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Melvin Waters Obituary
1932 ~ 2013
Melvin 'C' Waters, 80, passed away June 8, 2013 in Midvale, Utah. He was born August 30, 1932 in Mapleton, Utah to Carrel Afton and Iva Weight Waters. He married Evelyn Colleen Jolley on May 3, 1961 in the Salt Lake LDS Temple.
He is survived by his wife, Colleen; children, Steve (Kelli), Mike (Valerie), Jeff (Paula), Sherrie (Dave) Hoffman, and David (Cindy); 13 grandchildren, 3 great-grandchildren; sisters, Marcile Pugh, and Marva (Keith) Davis; and a brother, Arlen (Shirlene) Waters.
Funeral services will be held Thursday, June 13, at 11 a.m. at the Union Park 1st Ward, 7699 So. Chad St. (appr. 800 E.), Midvale. There will be a viewing Wednesday 6-8 p.m. at Goff Mortuary, 8090 So. State, Midvale, and again Thursday 10-10:45 a.m. at the church. Interment, Utah Veterans Memorial
Park. www.goffmortuary.com
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Kathy Johnson Lloyd
June 18, 2025
Mr. Waters is my hero! He was my teacher from 4th and 5th grades. He taught me to love math, English, science and history! He pushed me to do more than what was asked, always giving extra things to learn when I was done with the assignment and was bored. He taught us to play games and have fun learning. He was almost always out at recess with us playing kickball, softball, jacks or hopscotch. I don´t think he took a break the whole school day! He taught how wonderful it is to learn new things. I think of him often when I am struggling with something he would always say "just think about it and try again, you´ll get it. Rest in Peace dear Mr Waters!
Mark Ogden
June 19, 2013
Mr. Waters was a wonderful teacher. I still remember how he could throw a football a mile into the air. I loved seeing him at the library for all those years. He touched many lives.
Debbie (Parsons) Liston
June 17, 2013
Wow, the only age to Mr. Waters I could see by his picture, after thity- five years, was a change in his hair color! Although the news is sad, it stirred up many wonderful memories of the many weekends our families spent together at various parks, while my father, Roger Parsons (who passed away in June 2005), played horseshoes with his friend.
I know the days ahead will be difficult for all of you because your husband, your father, your grandfather, your teacher, and your friend was the type of person who could never be forgotten once he made an impact on your life. I know. I was a child when he came into mine as my father's friend and my friend's father. he volunteered his time in helping my father build our backyard horseshoe court, and whenever I was around him, he always had a smile on his face and pleasant things to say about everyone ( yet he could also be a big tease) . So, be proud and know how lucky you all are that makes saying goodbye to such an unforgettable person so hard.
Know the best prayers of me, my mother (Beth), and the rest of our family are with you.
David Weight
June 17, 2013
Always sad when we lose a family loved one.Prayers of comfort from my family to yours.
John Dawson
June 13, 2013
Brother Waters was a great example to me as I was growing up. I am a little older than Steve. I love and respect the Waters family. May you be comforted at this time knowing that one day you will be reunited.
June 12, 2013
colleen and family
I was sorry to hear of mel's passing. seems like we are all headed that way. hope you will all be comforted at this time
nancy butler
June 12, 2013
We will miss you Mel.Our love and prayers are with you. Gene and Karen
Colette Van Wagenen Hageman
June 12, 2013
Mr. Waters was my fifth grade teacher at Liberty Elementary. He clearly loved teaching and made learning fun. We missed him so much when he was out with his appendectomy that we threw him a party when he returned. I remember how he truly made me feel important... even as an adult, when I took my own daughter to the Murray Library where he called me by name and told my daughter all about her mom as a ten-year-old. I hope that I, as a teacher myself, have inspired my students in the same way he inspired me. "School's out, Mr. Waters. Enjoy your break!" With love,
Phillip Jarvis
June 12, 2013
I want to express my thoughts and condolences to the family as well. I had the privledge of having Mr. Waters 2 years (5th & 6th grade) at Liberty. He was a great teacher and influence. May you find and have the peace only offered through the plan of a loving father-in-heaven.
kindy carsey
June 12, 2013
Waters Family: I am so sorry for your loss, mel was a great friend as well as a great neighbor. He had a beautiful smile and a heart of gold. My prayers are with all of you at this sad time.LOVE YOU MEL
Bree Cassidy (Leonard)
June 12, 2013
Mr Waters was one of my most beloved teachers when I was growing up. He was my 5th grade teacher at Liberty Elementary school and I always admired him for his genuine care for each and every one of his students. From him I remember most: his way of clearing the chalkboard trays with his hands and then clapped the dust off during lecture times in class, the importance of neat handwriting, how a can of coca-cola was "so acidic that it would eat right through a soaking bolt (on the library shelf)" :), but most importantly he set an example of how to respect others through word & action. The world has lost a great man. I pray that your family finds peace and comfort in knowing that he touched so many lives on his way to heaven.
Jim Perryman
June 12, 2013
R.I.P. Mr. Waters was a great teacher and a great human. Thanks for everything you taught us.
!
Dana (Waters) Puddington
June 12, 2013
I am sorry to hear of Uncle Mel's passing. I won't be at the funeral, have been too ill to travel. My love and prayers are with all of you.
Shauna Andrew Brady
June 11, 2013
Dear Waters Family,
Whenever I'm asked who my favorite teacher was, I think of Mr. Waters. And, he made me feel like his favorite student, just like he did the rest of the students. I hope he knew what a wonderful impact he had on the lives of so many young people. What a truly great man! My deepest sympathy to you all.
Melanie (Curtis) Harrison
June 11, 2013
I still have very fond memories of him as my 5th grade teacher and visiting him on my way home from Jr.High, then later seeing him at the library. Many prayers of comfort to his family at this time.
Ryan Latimer
June 11, 2013
So sorry for your loss...He worked many years with my mom at the library. I enjoyed visiting with him
Scott Peterson
June 11, 2013
He was my 5th grade teacher in the old liberty elementary building, and was the most memorable teacher I ever had. Even years after when he was at the library he remembered me and asked if I still was in contact with some of my friends. He's a wonderful person and will be missed by so many. Thanks for everything mr. Waters.
Susan Bartholomew
June 11, 2013
Dear family, so sorry to learn of cousin Melvin's passing. We are on vacation and won't be able to make it home for the funeral. Know our thoughts and prayers are with you. Happy that he is back with so many of his loved ones.
Brook Niki-Workman
June 11, 2013
Mr. Waters was truly one of the BEST teachers that I ever had!!! I am grateful for the gift of having been in his fifth grade class at Liberty Elementary. Much love to his family......
Brook Niki-Workman
June 11, 2013
Mr. Waters was truly one of the BEST teachers that I ever had!!! I am grateful for the gift of having been in his fifth grade class at Liberty Elementary. Much love to his family.......
Kathy Lloyd
June 11, 2013
Oh how I loved this special man! He was my 4th and 5th grade teacher at Liberty Elementary school. He did everything he could to make learning fun for his students and allowed us to progress at our own speed. I would still see him occasionally at the library many years past my elementary years. He would always want to know how life was going and called me by name every time. He not only taught me academics and how to play a good game of dodge ball, but also the importance of believing in yourself.
May your family be blessed with sweet memories.
Marcie Rolfe
June 11, 2013
Mr. Waters was my 5th grade teacher at Liberty Elem in the early 70s. He was one of my very favorite teachers. I think of him often.
Dan Peay
June 11, 2013
Steve & Waters family,
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this time. I appreciate your friendship, your giant heart, and sensitive spirit.
My love to you and your family,
Dan
Kent & Sandy Hoffman
June 11, 2013
May you find peace as Mel's passing. Please know that our prayers are with you.
June 11, 2013
Dave & Cindy,
Sorry for your loss.
Melvin was always such a nice man to my family.
Love,
The Jeffs
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