Melody Leann Coffee, age 66 of Eagle Rock, Missouri passed away on Tuesday, January 2, 2024 in Fayetteville, Arkansas. She was born on September 15, 1957 in Bentonville, Arkansas to the late Truman and Cleva (Stephens) Coffee. After graduating from Tulsa University with a bachelor's degree in education, Leann poured her heart into elementary schools in Noel and Exeter, Missouri, until retirement. But her dedication wasn't limited to the classroom. With a needle and thread, she wove love and laughter into stunning quilts, each stitch a testament to her boundless creativity. Leann was a whirlwind of energy, always hardworking, lighting up every room with her infectious humor and outgoing spirit. Everyone she met felt the warmth of her genuine nature, the kind that left an imprint long after she was gone. Above all, Leann was a wife, a pillar of unwavering love and support. Her absence will leave a void, but the memories she stitched into the fabric of their lives will forever be a radiant testament to the incredible woman she was.

Leann is survived by husband, John Rogers of Eagle Rock, Missouri; two children, Travis Bartley and wife Marie of Anderson, Missouri and Sara Cheatham and husband Mike of Stillwater, Oklahoma; three siblings, Shanna Hardin and husband Kevin, Sherry Coffee all of Tulsa, Oklahoma and John Coffee of Jane, Missouri; six grandchildren, Auston Bartley, Trevor Bartley, Connor Cheatham, Avery Cheatham, Braxton Cheatham and Iris Wren Cheatham;  several nieces and nephews.

Celebration of life to be announced in the spring. Cremation arrangements have been entrusted into the care of Heritage Funeral Home.