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Melvin Kassan Obituary

February 27, 1926 - February 16, 2021 On Tuesday 2/16, Melvin Kassan, loving husband, father & grandfather passed away at the age of almost 95. Mel was born in Los Angeles to Anna and Edmund Kassan. He was a champion Orator in high school and college, served in the US Navy and then attended law school at USC. He practiced law in the SF Valley for over 40 years. He was also a very talented artist and sculptor. He and his wife Norma were married for 65 years and had four children - Alan, Ron, Gary & Lori. Along with his wife and children he is survived by 11 grandchildren & 3 great grandchildren. May his memory be a blessing.

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Published by Los Angeles Times from Feb. 18 to Feb. 19, 2021.

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