Melissa R. Bischoff, 46, passed Friday, Jan. 8, 2021, at 7:11 p.m. at her residence in Bluffton, surrounded by her loving family.

She was born on Oct. 2, 1974, in Lima, Ohio, to Steven and Theresa (Russell) Kidd.  Her father preceded her in death and her mother and step father, Theresa and Craig Crouse survive in Ada.  On July 21, 1996, Melissa married Joseph Bischoff II and he survives in Bluffton.

Melissa graduated from Ada High School, class of 1993, and attended Ohio State University, Lima.  She worked for 12 years at the Bluffton Vet Center, she really loved taking care of animals.  Most of all Melissa loved her children and especially enjoyed watching them play sports and being involved in their activities.  

Also surviving are three sons: Joseph T. (Emily) Bischoff III of Florida, Tristan Joseph Bischoff of Bluffton, and Owen Robert Joseph Bischoff of Bluffton; and three daughters: LeLani Renee Bischoff of Bluffton, Cora Grace Bischoff of Bluffton and Haelyn Isabelle Bischoff of Bluffton; and three sisters: Linda Zoeller, Lindy Seagrave and Alena Plaugher.   

It was her wish to be cremated. 

The family request memorial contributions and/or flowers to be sent to Hanson-Neely-Allison Funeral & Cremation Services, 311 E. Lima Avenue, P.O. Box 38, Ada, Ohio 45810.