Melissa Ming Burney

Melissa J. (Ming) Burney, of Weir, MS, passed away on Friday, May 2, 2025, at her residence in Weir, MS. Melissa was born on July 23, 1965, in Choctaw County,Mississippi, to Glennice and Peggy (McMinn) Ming. She was 59 years old and was a retired elementary teacher. Her primary subject was reading, and she shared a deep commitment to each of her students. Their enthusiasm for learning and love for their teacher was obvious through their words, actions, and accomplishments.

Visitation will be held on Tuesday, May 6, 2025, 4:00 p.m. till 7:00 p.m. at Coleman Funeral Home in Ackerman, MS. A private, family memorial service will be held at a later date.

Melissa is survived by her parents, Peggy and Glennice Ming of Ackerman, MS; 1 son, Cole Burney of Ackerman, MS; 2 daughters, Katelyn Newman (Alex) of Ackerman, MS, and Kali Wurth (Scott) of Oxford, MS; 2 brothers, Billy Ming (Lori) of Brandon, MS and Jeremy Ming of Ackerman, MS; 1 sister, Amanda Ming Jones of Ackerman, MS; and 3 grandchildren, Davis Wurth, Arlin Burney, and Ava Burney.

Melissa is preceded in death by her husband, Dennis Wayne Burney.

Memorials may be made to Pisgah Church, Pisgah Rd., Weir, MS 39772