Elizabeth Faye Melissinos
August 26, 1946 ~ May 26, 2022
Elizabeth Faye Melissinos, known by many as Faye, 75, died on May 26, 2022, in Vienna, Virginia with her husband Bob Melissinos by her side.
A viewing for Faye has been arranged for June 6, 2022 from 5:00pm – 8:00pm at the Money and King Funeral Home in Vienna, Virginia. Her funeral service will occur at National Memorial Park in Falls Church, Virginia at 11:00am on June 7, 2022. Details can be found on the Money & King Funeral Home website.
Faye was born on August 26, 1946, in Washington, DC to Abner Mosby Shepherd and Geraldine Owens. Her father served in the military, and her mother was a seamstress.
Faye attended Anacostia High School where she enjoyed her time as a cheerleader for her school. Post-graduation, she went work for Marvin Watson, Chief of Staff for Lyndon B. Johnson. Upon leaving her short time working in the government, she found her way into the world of the rapidly expanding computer industry. It is during this time that she met her husband, Bob Melissinos, and they were married on June 23, 1984.
The most prolific period in Faye’s career was when she joined Sun Microsystems in 1985, where she helped to shape and grow the Sun Federal organization. Throughout her 21 year career with the company, she was responsible for working with government entities to put a wide array of important technology solutions in place, from the operation of critical military systems to public transport and safety. Exiting the company as a Director of Sales, Faye is remembered fondly by her colleagues and employees as a smart, warm, direct, and highly effective leader and friend.
Faye and Bob have one son together, Ryan, and three children from Bob’s previous marriage – Stephanie, Christopher, and Jason.
Faye is preceded in death by her sister Shirley and her parents, Geraldine and Abner Shepherd.
Faye is survived by her husband Bob; children and their spouses Ryan and Kristin Melissinos, Stephanie and Edward Piston, Christopher and Michelle Melissinos, and Jason and Jessica Melissinos; grandchildren Nicholas, Michael, Greyson, Zachary, Kaitlin, Alexandra, Melina, Thomas, and Heather; plus many cousins, nieces, nephews, and extended family that she loved deeply.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made to St. Jude, a charity that was close to Faye’s heart
A viewing for Faye has been arranged for June 6, 2022 from 5:00pm – 8:00pm at the Money and King Funeral Home in Vienna, Virginia. Her funeral service will occur at National Memorial Park in Falls Church, Virginia at 11:00am on June 7, 2022. Details can be found on the Money & King Funeral Home website.
Faye was born on August 26, 1946, in Washington, DC to Abner Mosby Shepherd and Geraldine Owens. Her father served in the military, and her mother was a seamstress.
Faye attended Anacostia High School where she enjoyed her time as a cheerleader for her school. Post-graduation, she went work for Marvin Watson, Chief of Staff for Lyndon B. Johnson. Upon leaving her short time working in the government, she found her way into the world of the rapidly expanding computer industry. It is during this time that she met her husband, Bob Melissinos, and they were married on June 23, 1984.
The most prolific period in Faye’s career was when she joined Sun Microsystems in 1985, where she helped to shape and grow the Sun Federal organization. Throughout her 21 year career with the company, she was responsible for working with government entities to put a wide array of important technology solutions in place, from the operation of critical military systems to public transport and safety. Exiting the company as a Director of Sales, Faye is remembered fondly by her colleagues and employees as a smart, warm, direct, and highly effective leader and friend.
Faye and Bob have one son together, Ryan, and three children from Bob’s previous marriage – Stephanie, Christopher, and Jason.
Faye is preceded in death by her sister Shirley and her parents, Geraldine and Abner Shepherd.
Faye is survived by her husband Bob; children and their spouses Ryan and Kristin Melissinos, Stephanie and Edward Piston, Christopher and Michelle Melissinos, and Jason and Jessica Melissinos; grandchildren Nicholas, Michael, Greyson, Zachary, Kaitlin, Alexandra, Melina, Thomas, and Heather; plus many cousins, nieces, nephews, and extended family that she loved deeply.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made to St. Jude, a charity that was close to Faye’s heart
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One night at a Sun event in Amelia Island I got a little crazy (I know, it was rare…) and ended up jumping off a stage dancing. Unfortunately for me I didn’t see a large speaker hung off ceiling in my way (hazard!). Banged up my face pretty bad and next morning I looked like I was in a terrible fight and lost. I was the HOST of the event and had to be on stage at 8:30. After a few calls to colleagues on what to do…. I was instructed to go see Faye. She graciously accepted me at 7 :30 am and like a Hollywood make-up artist she was able to get me to a point where I could be seen in public…. She was as miracle maker in many ways! GOD BLESS HER.
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Faye was a wonderful & fun friend to our sister, Mary White. Living so far away in Washington state, it was comforting to us knowing that Mary had such a special friend as Faye who embraced her and welcomed her like a sister into her family. RIP, dear Faye!
I’ve known and loved Miss Faye for over 53 blessed years. Met her when she joined me at VRI to be my boyfriend’s admin assistant. She was warm, loving and a little too personal with him for me. Something I obsessed about was their cozy relationship! I stewed and stewed and she noticed. Faye was honest and a straight shooter. I was in the restroom when she approached me. She started with saying she had no designs on my fella. Wanted to get along with me and for me to not be concerned or jealous. She was straight, honest and friendly. So much so I could do nothing but believe her. That was the beginning of the best friendship I ever had. We spent so much time together. Laughing and crying. We had each other’s back, always ,and shared everything. Rode the roads following our untrustworthy boyfriends, hit the clubs in D.C., cruised in her baby blue Cadillac convertible — We had a ball!! Our friendship did not suffer when me and family moved to CA. Talked constantly and visited each other. I came for her beautiful wedding and was so proud and appreciative that I was chosen t be her Matron of Honor. We moved back to VA 13 years later and we picked up like nothing had pasted by. She’ s my dearest, best friend and I will sorely miss her. It seems like a bad dream. God, Faye I love you with all my heart! Her unconditional love was shared with so many
Such warm memories of Faye during my government career, particularly GITEC. You are all in my prayers. Love and hugs.
I met Faye when my family moved to Anacostia in the summer of 1957. I was checking out the neighborhood when I met Faye. We lived around the corner from one another. I on S Street, SE and Faye was on T Street, SE. We became fast friends enjoying going to one another’s homes to play. She enjoyed eating my mother’s rice and beans, a puerto rican staple and I was in awe of her mother who worked full time, made all of Faye’s clothes and kept an immaculate home. Her mother was one of my mentors. Growing up, I knew Faye would achieve the goals she set for herself. I recall after landing her first job on K Street, NW in DC, she and her family moved to Arlington, VA. I always loved her mother’s dining room furniture and when they moved, her mom sold it to my mom as Faye had bought her mother a new, more modern set. My mother gave me the dining room furniture when I bought my first house and I enjoyed using it for more than 45 years. I also remember when Faye got her own apartment in the same complex as her mother. I recall the beautiful yellow carpet she had installed throughout as yellow is our favorite color. We loved to dance and would go dancing with my brother Frankie and friends. Faye came to the hospital after I gave birth to my daughter. She walked into my room and began fixing my hair before family and friends came to visit. Faye loved doing for others and her family as well. We lost touch with one another in our early 20s. My brother, Frankie would run into Faye on occasion and he would let me know how well things were going for her. 50 years later we would reconnect!! How time flies!! We got together again the summer of 2019 and I stayed with her and her husband Bob until the spring of 2022. She called me “the warden” as I was a pain in her backside by pushing her to fight harder. And she did as best as she could. Faye is forever in my thoughts and in my heart. I appreciate and am thankful for the time I had with Faye and her husband Bob. Rest in peace my forever friend. Until we meet again. Love always, Fran
My Lucky day was when Faye came into my life and I became her hairdresser for many years at L’Image Salon. Spa. Talk about laughs and fun at the salon, she captivated all that sat around the round table getting color and soon had them her new BFF! Never a dull moment while she was with me/ us in the salon. Gracious, loving, caring and giving. Beautiful inside and out. I am so grateful and thankful for all the times and all the memories. I will love you forever…. Joyce
My deepest sympathy to all family in your loss of your dear Faye. May you find some comfort in knowing she is at rest and peace, until you meet again. She will live forever in the beautiful memories she has left in your hearts. My Bruce loved to reminisce of old times, and holiday and summer trips back and forth to see family. Please know you all are in our thoughts and prayers. He has taken away all sickness, and set her free. God bless, Marsha West & family
For Faye, whose presence will live in my heart forever.. Brenda Thompson
Dear sweet Faye…one my favorite stories of your amazing career happened one afternoon in a SunFed bid review. Faye assembled all the responsible parties, finance, pricing, engineering, bid and proposals team and program management. Faye kicked it off and presented the value of this bid for USPS. Discussions were tuning the wrong way. Mike Abromawitz (May he Rest In Peace) brought the discussion to a vote. But just before the vote, Faye had an Ace up her sleeve and pulled out the Fed Biz article announcing USPS bid for mid tier Unix contract. In the top corner was a brief note “let’s Kick butt” signed Scott. Faye said before we vote let’s also vote to see who has to call Scott and tell him we are “no bidding!” Vote was Overwhelming affirmative. A year later, Sunfed won $500m contract. One of the greatest ninja moves ever! Smart, savvy and confident! As we left the meeting she remarked, “I love it when they underestimate me!” What a legend you have built. Farewell until we meet again. Jim Davis
Faye was like a sister to me. She loved her family and friends. As a boss she was supportive to the max. We has so much fun at Sun and outside. I will miss her tremendously.
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So sorry to hear of your loss, Bob. My thoughts are with you during this sad, sad time.
Oh, sweet Faye’s generous and her sweet spirit. We were the same size and shoes too! When she would clean her closet, she invited me to take anything. It’s was like was 14 again in the changing area. With Dads credit card! Never happened in my life and she knew that. We giggled, we laughed at some of the stuff.. that ain’t you, take that off! To her family: I hope Marie helps guide you all. Nice to finally meet you Steph