Passed away peacefuIIy at Seaforth Manor Nursing Home on Sunday, January 26, 2014. IeopoId Bernard MeI MeIanson of Seaforth, in his 85th year.
Cherished father of Ieanne McKay of Egmondville, Joanne Bartman of Goderich and Janine Courtemanche of Brampton. Ioving grandfather of David, Iisa, Iori, Matthew (Crista), Sarah, Seth, Hannah, CeIeste; and great-grandfather of Andrew, Gregory and Nevaeh. Dear brother of Laurier MeIanson of Riverview, NB, Jacquellne Cantwell of Princeton, NJ, and RaouI MeIanson (CheryI McKay) of Riverview, NB. AIso survived by his sibIings-in-Iaw, Ies Habkirk (Diana) of Henderson, NV, Iibby Wilson (Larry) of Goderich, Brian Habkirk (Dianne) of Pittsford, NY; and severaI nieces and nephews.
Predeceased by his wife Jacquellne MeIanson (nee Habkirk) on JuIy 12, 2010; two infant daughters Janice and Laurie; his parents James and Iea MeIanson; sons-in-Iaw Doug McKay and Rick Courtemanche; sibIings Jean Iouis MeIanson, Maryse Topakian; and sister-in-Iaw Jane Habkirk.
Visitation wiII be heId at McGlynn FamiIy FuneraI Home, 87 Goderich St. W., Seaforth, 519-527-1390, on Thursday, January 30th from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. (with a RoyaI Canadian Iegion Service at 6:30 p.m.) MeIs FuneraI Mass wiII be heId at St. James CathoIic Church, 22 Victoria St., Seaforth, on Friday, January 31, 2014 at 11 a.m. Fr. Chris GiIIespie officiating. A reception wiII immediateIy foIIow at the Seaforth Iegion, Branch 156, and spring interment wiII take pIace at MaitIand Bank Cemetery, Seaforth
MemoriaI donations to the AIzheimer Society or the RoyaI Canadian Iegion, Seaforth Branch 156 wouId be appreciated and can be made through the funeraI home or by visiting MeIs memoriaI at www.mcglynnfamiIyfuneraIhome.com
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Peter & Frances
We&&single&&re thinking of you all at this time and wishing you comfort.
Our sincere sympathy Leanne to you and your families
Jacqueline Cantwell
Mel was a very good son, and a good brother to me and his other siblings. He was a caring and compassionate man and well liked in our small community. He remained fond of New Brunswick and frequently returned to visit family, friends and particularly, to have some (down home) cooking, lobster, corn on the cob, passé pierre and college bread, oysters on the shell were his favorites. We all loved our big brother and were proud of his accomplishments and the fact that he never forgot his roots. I have missed talking to him, as he had a sense of humor and loved to discuss current news items. Mel was always a sociable person and loved people. I am saddened by his passing and the thought that we all lived so far apart. I did spend a nice few days with Jackie and Mel in Moncton, having come from California. Love you, Leopold. You are a great guy. May you rest in peace.
Your sister, Jacqueline
Jill Muir
My thoughts are with all of you. I will always remember your Dad and Mom for all the travelling, parties and all in all, fun times they shared with my parents and their seaforth gang – from super bowl parties to bowling to good times in the Caribbean. Cherish the wonderful memories. In deepest sympathy, Jill Muir
RUDY JANSEN
RUDY,MARY WISH TO EXPRESS OUR DEEPEST SYMPATHY TO YOU ANNIE AND ALL THE FAMILY WITH THE PASSING OF DAD. TAKE CARE FOLKS . LOVE RUDY & MARY JANSEN
Carolanne Doig
My sincerest sympathy to all the family. Mel and Jackie had lots of good times with my mom and dad and Mel&&single&&s sense of humour kept us all smiling.
Sandra Forster
So sorry to hear of Mel&&single&&s passing. He was my neighbor at Meneset. I remember how much he enjoyed going to Fun Day to listen to the music and visit with all his neighbours. My sincere sympathy.
Shawn and Bev Dayman
Leanne, Dave, Lisa, Lori, Andrew, Gregory and the Melanson Family,
Our thoughts are with you as you mourn the loss of your father, grandfather and great-grandfather. Please except our sincere condolences at this very difficult time. Dave, if there is anything we can do for you or the boys, please let us know. Sorry, we cannot be there for the service. We are thinking of you.
Sincerely,
Shawn and Bev Dayman and family
MARIE HOCALIUK AND KEVIN SIMPSON
Joanne , our thoughts and prayers are with you and all your family at this time of great loss in your family. May Mel rest in peace and may God&&single&&s perpetual light shine upon him always.
Bob Reed
Les, Sorry to read about the passing of your brother-in-law, Les. A belated thank you, Les, for letting me sleep at your place in Sarnia the night before I was married. Guess I didn&&single&&t leave a thank you note as there were other things on my mind. Take care, Les. Bob Reed
Jim and Gene Baynham
Our deepest sympathy to the family. Mel and Jackie were a great couple.
Steve, Jacquie and girls
Our deepest sympathies. He was a great man.
Sherri Coleman
Leanne, Joanne, Lisa, Lori and David..
My deepest sympathy.. The Coleman&&single&&s have great Memories of Mel… and Jackie xo
Eleanora Pearce
We will miss you, Rest in peace
Marilyn Riley
Our deepest sympathy on the passing of your Dad
Carolyn & Rick Duckworth
Please accept our most sincere condolences on Mel&&single&&s passing. We knew him through our Legion service for many years and later as a member of the “Meneset family”. He was a wonderful man and was always ready with a smile. Keep his memory close.
Ann (Rivers) Preszcator
Dear Family:
My thoughts and prayers are with you all at this sad time.
Paul & Beth Anstett & Family
Leanne and the Melanson Family, so sorry to hear of your father&&single&&s passing. May he rest in peace in the arms of our Lord.
Allyson Scott Cardiff
Please accept my condolences on Mel&&single&&s passing. I remember his warm smile and that he was a good friend to my dad.
Leo and Sharon Medd
Our sincere condolences to you girls and your families, Leanne I know how difficult this has been for your Dad, while at the manor, our thoughts and prayers to you all and hears to all the great times,love and memories you have God Bless
Mary Margaret Kelly
Oh my goodness, my sincere sympathies to you all. Your parents were very good to me; no matter how old your parents live to, it&&single&&s very hard when they leave us. Many times I just wish mine were around to give a call to and have a chat. My dearest condolences to you all, Leanne, Joanne and Jeannine. Mary Margaret