Melvin Leroy Harris, Sr., age 91 of Albion passed away at home under the loving care of his family and Hospice on Tuesday, January 8, 2019. He was born in Albion on December 9, 1927 the son of Guy and Cora (Sines) Harris.
He married Betty Sue Risden Harris on May 8, 1954 and she preceded him in death on December 10, 1994. Also preceding him in death are his parents, daughter, Jane Harris, brother, Claire Harris, sister, Doris Bodelle, grandchildren, Bradley Brubaker and Nicole Lack.
Melvin was drafted and honorably served our country in the U.S. Army during the Korean Conflict from 1950-1952. He was employed with Harvard Industries / Hayes Albion Division for 39 ½ years as a machinist until his retirement in 1994. Melvin was raised on the Harris family farm where he and his family have very fond memories of growing up.
Melvin is survived by his children: Doug Anderson, Monika Franck, Joan Harris, Beverly Brubaker, Nancy (William) Morse and Melvin Harris, Jr., Craig Harris, 15 grandchildren and numerous great-grandchildren.
Private family services have been held.
To leave online messages of condolence, please visit www.kevintiddfuneralhome.com
Arrangements entrusted to J. Kevin Tidd Funeral Home, 811 Finley Drive, Albion, MI 49224
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