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Carol Wolf Britton
August 4, 2003
Was Just checking the Wichita Eagle on line and found Melvin's obit. Sorry to read of his passing. He was indeed a very unique fellow and will be missed by many. My deepest Sympathy to all the family for their loss. May God provide you with comfort in the days to come.
Harlan, Cindy, Gabby & Emma Derifield
July 25, 2003
Dear Lois, Ricky, Barbara (Grandmother), Ivan & Greg,
You are all in our daily prayers. May the comfort of Jesus' love guide you and sustain you through this difficult time.
Debbie & Jeff McGregor
July 24, 2003
Our thoughts and prayers are with the family at this time. We are friends of Barbara Derifield~ Melvin's Sister.
cindy McGregor
July 24, 2003
We were sorry to hear about Melvin's passing. Barbara we know he won't be suffering now though and will be in a better place. Love, John, Cindy and Ariel McGregor
Garry Adams
July 22, 2003
May God be with you and your family.
Greg Kirkwood
July 21, 2003
Lois, Ricky and family: I am sorry that I will not be able to attend Melvin's memorial service. I sent Barbara a tape and my thoughts and prayers will be with you. All our love, Greg, Jan and Garren
Kimberlee Retzlaff
July 21, 2003
I am the grandaughter of Ivan Kirkwood. I would like to pay my respects to my great Uncle Melvin.
Kathy Watts-Leon
July 20, 2003
I am Carol's cousin, daughter of her Uncle Sonny. May God be with you in your grief, and give you comfort in the knowledge that your brother is safe in the arms of our Lord, Jesus Christ.
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