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Melvin J. Herigstad
October 14, 1921 ~ November 22, 2016 (age 95) 95 Years Old Light a Candle
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A candle was lit by alana, a heart of gold
on June 24, 2017 9:28 PM
Message from Chace Nestor
December 2, 2016 1:54 AM
Mel was a great man, and a good friend of my grandfather's. I had the honor of playing golf with him once; a memory I will certainly cherish.
Message from Tammy Carder
December 1, 2016 2:42 AM
Cindy, Cathy, Rick, Lindsey, and all those that Mel made his own in his heart, his words and his deeds....Let us find comfort in our solidarity as we reflect on the wonders of a gentle man and a good soul that was generously endowed with spirit, wit, and a zeal for life. I am honored and grateful to be among those he loved as his own. While I am saddened that I will never again see his cheerful smile spread across his face when we meet, I will always feel the warmth that his smile conveyed to my heart whenever I remember him. To my sisters, I wish I could dissolve the heartache that you are experiencing, I'll always be here to light the torch of remembrance that will bring you comfort in the days ahead. I love you so very much.
A candle was lit by Tammy Carder
on December 1, 2016 2:14 AM
Message from Shari Frazier
November 30, 2016 3:53 PM
I am so happy to of had Mel in my life. He was like a second father to me and more importantly, a grandfather to my two girls, who did not get to meet my father.
I will always remember Mel's friendly greetings when meeting up with him and his hugs when we left. My favorite story of Mel's is when he made an icecream maker when he was overseas in World War II. I also loved the way he had with animals.
We will miss you Mel, but know that you are golfing and singing in Heaven.
I will always remember Mel's friendly greetings when meeting up with him and his hugs when we left. My favorite story of Mel's is when he made an icecream maker when he was overseas in World War II. I also loved the way he had with animals.
We will miss you Mel, but know that you are golfing and singing in Heaven.
A candle was lit by Shari and Gus Frazier
on November 30, 2016 3:49 PM
A candle was lit by Shari, Mylin ad Michila Frazier
on November 30, 2016 3:48 PM
A candle was lit by Mary Jensen (Herigstad)
on November 30, 2016 12:19 PM
A candle was lit by Bill and Debra Horton
on November 29, 2016 10:17 AM
Message from Anita Hinrichsen
November 28, 2016 6:15 PM
Mel was a special guy in our family for about 30 years. We had so much fun together with all our golf outings, including Palm Springs and Carmel and lots of in between. He always had a good story or joke to share and was a good listener if you had one as well. So happy that we could share his special birthday party with him and that he had quite a healthy and happy 95 years. He was one of the lucky ones that had a sharp mind to the end. Maybe it was the long hours he spent with crossword puzzles! We loved him and will miss his voice on the other end of the lineđź’•
A candle was lit by Bill and Anita hinrichsen
on November 28, 2016 3:09 PM
Message from Kim Chapman
November 28, 2016 10:17 AM
Cathy and Cindy,
My heart is so heavy right now. I'm having a hard time wrapping my mind around Mel's passing. We were just celebrating his 95th birthday a few weeks ago. Deepest sympathy and many hugs to all of you.
My heart is so heavy right now. I'm having a hard time wrapping my mind around Mel's passing. We were just celebrating his 95th birthday a few weeks ago. Deepest sympathy and many hugs to all of you.
A candle was lit by Kim, Bob, and Rhys Chapman
on November 28, 2016 10:12 AM
Message from Marcy
November 26, 2016 11:22 AM
Great photos of your dad.
Very beautiful obit.
Much love to ya all
Very beautiful obit.
Much love to ya all
Message from Eric and Eva Lindstrand
November 25, 2016 7:11 PM
You were always like part of our family. You will be missed.
Message from Loran and Theresa Hancock
November 25, 2016 6:55 PM
We are so sorry to hear of Mel's passing. So true that he was always a gentleman. How was also a great friend (golfing buddy) at the golf course. Always quick with a smile and a joke. He will be missed by all who knew him.
Message from Cindy Dunham and Cathy Herigstad
November 24, 2016 12:54 PM
Have fun with your family in heaven, and we'll see you when we get there! Cindy and Cathy
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