Lissa Munson Obituary (2024)

Lissa Marie (Brightwell) Munson, born February 28, 1968, in Richland, Washington, was called unexpectedly to her eternal rest on April 3, 2024, in the comfort of her home. She has now found peace in the embrace of her Heavenly Father. Lissa was the cherished daughter of the late Bob R. Brightwell and the late Elaine M. English. In her formative years, Lissa attended Lewis & Clark Middle School, Eisenhower High School, and Granger High School, where she was honored as a princess in the Granger Cherry Festival. Throughout her life, Lissa dedicated herself to her work. This commitment is exemplified by her 35 years of service at the Cintas Corporation of Yakima. Her kindness and warmth touched the hearts of all those she encountered. Lissa's exceptionally sweet soul graced all who knew her, and her absence leaves a void in the hearts of those she leaves behind. Her memory will forever be cherished, her gentle nature, inner and outer beauty, and the love she shared with those around her will live on in those she adored. An artist at heart, Lissa possessed a talent for many different crafts. In addition to her tenure at Cintas, she was a professional photographer for a number of years and took great pride in her Senior Portrait shoots at the local high schools. She also found joy in baking specialty cakes, painting, drawing, scrapbooking, and caring for her beloved pets, Charlie, Loki, Samson, Jasper, and Gracie. She also enjoyed her adventures, most recently her trips to Disneyland and Hawaii with her daughter, Abby, stepmother, Jennie, and sister-in-law, Teena. She loved every minute and laughed when she was reminiscing about them. They were and will remain sources of immense happiness for her and her loved ones. Lissa especially loved swimming with the dolphins in Hawaii and getting tattoos with Abby. She also cherished memories of trips taken to the Oregon Coast beaches and camping at her extended family's campgrounds in Packwood, Washington. Lissa has now joined her loving parents, Bob and Elaine, in eternal peace and has entered His kingdom for all eternity. She is survived by her cherished son, Collin Andrew Brightwell, and daughter, Abigail Rae-Lynn Munson, whom she was immensely proud of, her former husband, Jonathan Paul Munson, and her stepsons, Jonn-Daniel Munson (Chantal) and Nikolas Andrew Munson, who she loved unconditionally. She is also remembered by her beloved stepmother, Jennie Brightwell, whom she both admired and trusted, her brother, Robert Brightwell (Teena), sisters, Kim Powers, Stacy (Jake Gray) McAllister, and Melissa (Josh) Gooler, her special in-laws, Margarette (Bosse) Johnson, and Barbara Munson, along with 14 nieces and nephews, one great-nephew, and many other friends and family, each touched by her love and kindness. A Celebration of Lissa's Life will be held on April 15, 2024, at 10:00am at Shaw and Sons Funeral Home (201 N. 2nd Street, Yakima, WA), where family and friends will gather to honor her memory. Though her earthly presence will be deeply missed, may we find comfort in the knowledge that she is free from pain, soaring with the angels above. Fly high, dear sister, and may your spirit continue to shine bright in our hearts forevermore. Shaw & Sons Funeral Home is caring for the family. Memories and condolences can be shared at www.shawandsons.com. SERVICES Funeral Service Monday, April 15, 2024 10:00 AM Shaw and Sons Funeral Home 201 N 2nd St. Yakima, WA 98901 Monday, April 15, 2024 Terrace Heights Memorial Park 3001 Terrace Heights Dr. Yakima, WA 98901