Melvin Garber
March 21, 2012
Melvin Garber, 79, died Wednesday, March 21, 2012 at Lutheran Hospital in Des Moines. Melvin’s body has been cremated and no services are planned.
Melvin was born August 12, 1932 in Ottumwa, Iowa to Guy and Myrtle Garber. He worked for NAPA and as a service man on mobile homes.
Melvin is survived by his wife, Roberta; his daughters, Connie (Jack) Bardon, Susan (Steve) Burt; son, Rodney Garber; step-daughter, Loretta Movick, step-sons, Toby Young, Beau Young; twin brother, Marvin (Pat) Garber; seven grandchildren; twelve great grandchildren; five step-grandchildren and twelve step-great grandchildren.
Memorials may be directed to his family.
“Those we hold most dear, never truly leave us…they live on in the kindnesses they showed, the comfort they shared and the love they brought into our lives.” Isabel Norton
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Dave and Michele DarrAH
03/26/2012
Roberta and family, our deepest sympathy goes out to you. Hold close to your heart your memories of Mel. He was a quite and gentle man. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Bob & Millie Lackey
03/25/2012
Roberta & family of Mel Garber
Mel was a good coffee drinking buddy, he will be missed for sure,
our hearts , love & sympathy go to the family
Bob & Donna Butler
03/25/2012
My dear sister, so very sad and sorry for your loss, Mel was a good
buddy and friend to us. He will be missed greatly. God bless you and
the family, Our prayers are with you at this time.
Colleen and Bob Lackey
03/24/2012
Roberta and family of Mel......we are so very sorry for your loss. Our hearts are with you during this very difficult time. Your memories of Mel are yours to keep...reflect on them often.
Pauline & Rick Kvien
03/24/2012
Our hearts are filled with sadness at the loss of Mel....he was a quiet but gentle man, we will miss him in the family.