Melvin John Hodgins Sr.

Melvin John Hodgins Sr. passed away on March 7, 2022 at the age of 86. He lived in Waterford, MI and previously lived in Atlanta, MI and Keego Harbor, MI. He was married to Norma Jean “Jeannie” on Sept. 22, 1956 and they had 23 wonderful years together until her passing in 1980. He proudly served his country in 1956 when he joined the Navy and served aboard the USS Worcester CL 144. Melvin was a member of the Loyal Order of Moose in Lewiston, MI and a member of the American Legion, Clarkston. He worked at GM Truck and Bus for many years before taking his well-earned retirement.

He is survived by his children Melvin John JR, Michael Thor (Tammy), and Tina Ann; grandchildren John (Mary) Lubitz, Amanda Hodgins, Ashlee (John) Hunger,

Steven Hodgins, Jeannie (Garrin) Martin, Emily Hodgins, Michael Hodgins II, Madison Hodgins, Heather Hall, and Whitney Hatfield; great grandchildren Alyssa, Christopher, Akayla, Aliayah, Arieanna, Sean, Dottie and 2 on the way; sister Alberta (Bertie) and many nephews and nieces.

Predeceased by his siblings Bell, Bunn, Leona, Wanda, Pete, Larry, Helen, Betty, Donald, and Vernon.

A visitation will be held at Family Funeral Care, in Keego Harbor beginning at 11 AM on Wednesday, March 16, and end with a funeral service being held at 1 PM.

Family Funeral Care: 2904 Orchard Lake Road, Keego Harbor, MI 48320.