Melissa Joy Connors (Collett) Melissa Joy Connors 37, passed away in Coeur d'Alene, ID on June 6, 2017 after battling many months with pancreatic cancer. Melissa was born on June 1st, 1980 to parents John Collett and Nancy Collett (Clark) in Olympia, WA as the youngest of 4 children. Melissa was born and raised in Olympia, WA where in 1998 she graduated from North Thurston High School. The Lord was a big part of her entire life. She had many passions. Selfies, the outdoors, singing, cars, auto mechanics, racing, riding motorcycles, her family and friends, But most of all her daughter Hope. She was known as "Tough Girl" by many. She was Strong, Determined, Funny, and Full of Life. She was the type of person that everyone wanted to have in their life. She was a mentor to many people. She could bring out the best in anyone. Melissa is survived by her husband Michael Connors, her mother Nancy Collett, her daughter Hope, her sisters Lori Gregrich, Lisa Avila and Debbie Luperini, along with countless members of her extended family along with lifetime friends. Melissa's family would like to thank The North Idaho Hospice for their outstanding care and support during the last months of her life. Memorial Services and Reception will be at 2pm, Saturday, June 24, 2017 at Assembly of God, 114 W Cedar (HWY 12), Oakville WA 98568