Mel passed away on March 11, 2022. He was preceded in death by his son Jeffrey and sister Joyce Fouts and is survived by his beloved wife Carolyn and his children Kristine and David (Blanche) Krajnak; grandchildren Morgan and Lucas. Mel was a veteran who served in Korea. He worked for Bucyrus Erie for 43 years. A visitation will be held on June 1, 2022 at Molthen Bell Funeral Home starting at 10:00 followed by a service at 11:00. In lieu of flowers please make memorials to Divine Mercy Church.