He is lovingly remembered by his sister Donna (Murray) Whitelaw and brother Garth (Karen) Handke, as well as numerous nieces and nephews. He is predeceased by his brother Brian and parents Irvin and Joyce Handke.
Melvin retired from Reggin Industries Inc. in March of 2024.
He was an avid golfer until his health wouldn’t allow him to play any longer. Melvin enjoyed going home to Saskatchewan to visit his family. He enjoyed watching several sports especially rodeo.
A Memorial Service will be held in Saskatchewan at a later date. Cremation was in care of Foster’s Garden Chapel.
If friends so desire, memorial donations may be made directly to Tom Baker Cancer Centre at the website https://albertacancer.ca/donate.