Melissa Anne Blair (Ogiiemigook - “Leader Woman”), of Watersmeet, Michigan passed away at home on March 22, 2026. She was 27 years old.
Melissa was born on November 14, 1998, in Rhinelander, to James Blair and the late Christina DeVerney.
She worked in retail as a sales associate and cashier, where her outgoing personality and friendly nature were well known.
Melissa enjoyed shopping, doing hair and makeup, and spending time with friends. She loved to party and was truly the life of the party, bringing laughter and energy wherever she went.
Melissa is survived by her father, James Blair; her sisters, Cheyanne Blair and Emma Blair; her brother, James Blair; her fiancé, Roman Rivera; aunt, Melissa Rogala; uncles, Brian Aimsback, Brandon Aimsback; nieces, Maddie Isham, Mariana Aimsback, Christina Rivera; and nephew, Brayden Isham, as well as numerous extended family members and friends.
She was preceded in death by her mother, Christina DeVerney; her brother, Anthony Isham Jr.; her aunt, Renee Diver; and her grandparents, Robert and Wanda Pete.
Visitation will begin on Wednesday evening at 4:00 pm. Native American services will be held on Thursday, March 26, 2026, beginning at 12:00 p.m. Burial will follow services on Thursday at the Forest County Potawatomi Tribal Cemetery in Blackwell.
