Melinda (Sousley) Gregor, age 73 of Celina, Ohio passed away on Saturday August 23, 2025 at home with her family at her bedside. She was the daughter of the late Walter and Evelyn (Cromwell) Sousley,  born on February 18, 1952, in Lima, Ohio. On April 7, 1973 she married the love of her life, Warren Gregor, who died June 19, 2018. Melinda leaves behind her loving children; Kerin Gregor of Celina, Andrew (Jackie) Gregor of Celina, James Gregor of Celina, Joseph (Desislava) Gregor of Columbus, and seven beloved grandchildren - June (Gabriel), Olivia, Jackson, Bradley, Remy, Ruby, and Reid.  

In addition to her parents and husband, she was preceded in death by her brother Jeffrey Sousley.

Melinda graduated from Ada High School with the class of 1970 and received her bachelor’s degree in teaching from University of Findlay in 1974. Melinda went on to teach at FMCS in Ft Myers, FL, St. Henry Schools, followed by Van Wert Schools where she taught English, until she retired. She also taught math and music and band in her years as an educator. 

If there ever comes a day when we can’t be together, keep me in your heart, I’ll stay there forever. —A.A. MILNE

Melinda’s wishes were to be cremated and there are no public services scheduled at this time.  Her remains will be interred in the Woodlawn Cemetery in Ada, Ohio.  Melinda’s services are in the care of the Lehman Dzendzel Funeral Home in Celina. Memorial contributions may be made to Grand Lake Hospice c/o JTD Hospital Foundation 200 St. Clair Street, St. Marys, Ohio 45885. Condolences may be shared with the Gregor family online at LehmanDzendzelFH.com.