Mel Leets Obituary

Mel Leets
Passed away after a long illness. He leaves a large loving family, including his wife, son, two daughters, two grandsons, a sister, two brothers, many cousins, nieces, nephews, and a multitude of friends. His vibrant personality will be truly missed. His family and friends will be honoring his life on February 21, 2013 at St Peter & St Paul Catholic Church with a funeral mass at 10a.m. A luncheon reception will follow in the church hall. Burial will be at Riverside National Cemetery.

Published by Daily Bulletin on Feb. 17, 2013.
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Jerry kept all of us informed about mel. I was not one of the group but was a classmate.The sad thing is we will all be meeting soon. Take care and I'm sorry for your loss.

Leo Wilson

February 18, 2013

Uribe kept me posted on your courageous battle and you were in our prayers to the end. Now your family will be remembered!

Dan Knaup,Serra HS '55

February 18, 2013

Mel was in my prayers during his recent illness. Your family is in my prayers now.
God Bless. Serra classmate '55

Darwin Marable

February 17, 2013

Mel was my friend since high school.Had many great times with him. A very good baseball player in HS, and an email buddy for many years. I will miss you Mel. Love Ya. Skip Anderson class of 55 God bless.

Skip Anderson

February 17, 2013

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