Melissa Kay Tucker "Missy" Mann
03/27/1978 - 01/07/2026
Melissa Kay Tucker “Missy” Mann, 47 of Brodnax, passed away on January 7, 2026 at her home from health complications. She was predeceased by her husband Ronnie Mann; father, Ricky Tucker; grandparents, Stanley and Anna Mae Tucker, Charles and Barbara Cox, Robert and Doris Hutchins; and her first husband, Paul Wooton Jr.
Missy was previously a manager with Risin’ Smoke Restaurant where she enjoyed making great friendships with both colleagues and patrons. She also was a longtime attendee at New Hope Baptist Church in LaCrosse.
Missy is survived by her loving family of Parents, Clinton and Mary Hutchins of Chase City; six children, Amber Wooton (Jay) of LaCrosse, Kaysi Hall (Jake) of Decatur, AL, Trevor McKoin of Roanoke, Christian Mann of Boydton, Paige Wooton of Danville, and Elizabeth Mann (Bryson) of Brodnax; grandchildren, Braxton Pierce, expected baby Alice Brandon, Theo Hall, Connor Hall, Rumani McKoin, as well as second expected baby; her boyfriend, Marcus Vaught of Brodnax; brother, Lester “Buckwheat” Hutchins (Amanda) of Buffalo Junction; sister, Holly Young (Ben) of N. Dinwiddie; her mother-in-law, Lila Mann of Boydton; sisters-in law, Tonya Duffer of Bracey and Stephanie Aleman of Brodnax; special nieces, nephews, great-nieces, great-nephews; many more cousins and relatives; special friend Tammy and Richard Lewis, their children and her cherished pets.
A memorial service will be held Sunday January 11, 2026 at 2 P.M in New Hope Baptist Church in LaCrosse, with inurnment following at Woodland Cemetery in Chase City.
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Thoughts and Prayers for Melissa Manns Family
Melissa was a sweet person. Whenever you saw Melissa she had a smile on her face. She was a great mother to her children. And Melissa had a kind heart.And where ever you saw her she was going to stop and talk to you. I tbroke my heart yesterday to hear about her passing away. I know she will be truly missed by everyone that knew her.My thoughts and prayers go out to her family. May God give her family the Strength and Courage to get through each day.
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To Mrs.Mary and family words cannot express what you and your family is going through, just know that we all from Jean’s one wear was sadden to hear about your daughter, it was a pleasure to have met her at our Christmas Dinner, .you had so much love and passionate for your children’s and their children’s just know that God feels all of your hurt and pains and he will always be their to comfort you, know that you are loved
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My deepest condolences go out to the family. She was a very nice person to be around. I will never forget the days of working at Brian’s steakhouse with her and her daughters. She was always happy and her smile would make your day when you were greeted by her. She will be missed . There will be great memories left behind of her.
sorry for y'all lost.
Sorry to hear about y’all lost.
Will be keeping family
And friends
In prayers. Sending my love and prayers.
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Sending prayers and condolences to the family.She will be missed by many.She always had a beautiful smile when you went into rising smoke.
So sorry to hear the passing of Melissa she was a very sweet and beautiful woman. Sending My Prayers And Condolences To Her Girls And The Family 🙏🏿🙏🏿❤️
With my deepest condolences, I pray that God carry each of you beautiful girls & both boys through life with the grace & love that Melissa showed the world! I love you all & praying for peace during each & every day ahead! Keep yalls head up for your momma & carry on her legacy! 💪 Rest easy Melissa, I’ll always think of you as a second mother 🫶 thank you for having a huge impact on my childhood, you will always hold a special place in my heart & if your girls need me, I’ll be here! ✅👏
Aunt Bonnie
RIP Melissa 🙏
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I am in utter shock and heart broken! Sending my deepest condolences to all the family. She was such a joy to be around. It was a blessing to know her. Sending love and prayers!
In my thoughts and prayers
Much love to y’all, sending our condolences, so sorry for your loss. She was an amazing woman!
Melissa was a kind, loving, hardworking lady that always put her family first.
Keeping her family in my prayers ✝️
My heart is broken dear friend. I cannot put into words how much you will be missed, by so many. My deapest prayers are with your sweet family, I love you Melissa.
Deepest Condolences
Missy was the sweetest person. I watched her grow from a baby into a beautiful young lady and a wonderful mom. It was an honor to have her as my niece. My heart is breaking for all of you. I love you all. RIP Missy.
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We are sorry to hear of Melissa’s passing. We had the pleasure of meeting and getting to chat with her when we frequently visited Risin’ Smoke. She was always jolly and courteous with a bright smile whenever we saw her. We will always remember the conversations shared. Our thoughts and prayers are with each of you during this time of sudden loss and grief. We pray that God grants you peace and comfort in the days that follow. Hold to the precious memories and treasure them always.