The Richmond News, July 17, 2026

Melissa Ann Hufford, lovingly known by many as “Momo,” 46, of Richmond passed away Tuesday, July 7, 2026.

Born Dec. 12, 1979, in Richmond, Melissa Ann lived a life marked by love, kindness, and dedication to family and friends. She was known for her love for her girls, grandson Oaklee, and her many adopted nieces and nephews.

She was an amazing daughter, mother, friend, sister and niece.

Melissa Ann is survived by her father, Dale Hufford; brother, Dale Wayne Hufford; daughters, Amaya Maddox (London) and Danica Hufford; and grandson, Oaklee.

She also is survived by her aunts, Peggy Brubeck, Gloria Cunningham and Linda Jobe (Ken); uncles, Larry Danner, Lucien Hocking (Lori), Terry Hufford (Debrah) and Kenneth Hufford (Mary); as well as many cousins, and adopted nieces and nephews.

Melissa Ann was preceded in death by her mother, Joyce Ann Hufford; brother, baby boy Hufford; grandpa, Cunningham; nannie, Cunningham; uncle, Jackie Cunningham; aunt, Suzie Danner; and two uncles, Roland Brubeck and Jimmy Hufford.

Though deeply missed, Melissa Ann’s memory will live on in the hearts of all who knew and loved her.

The family suggests memorial contributions be made to the Melissa Hufford Memorial Fund. They can be left at or mailed to Thurman Funeral Home; 507 E. Main St.P.O. Box 190; Richmond, MO 64085.

Visitation and funeral services were scheduled for Monday, July 13, at Thurman Funeral Home in Richmond, with visitation beginning at 1 p.m. and services to follow at 2. Inurnment will be held at a later date.

Please share your memories of Melissa with the family by visiting www.thurmanfuneralhome.com.