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Joe Melcher Obituary

JOE MELCHER Joe Melcher, 36, passed away Friday, Nov. 5, 2010. He was born Feb. 10, 1974 in Omaha, Neb., and was a resident of Las Vegas since 1996. Joe is survived by his loving parents, Jack and Ellen; brother and his wife, Stephen and Heather and their family of Omaha; brother and his wife, Randall and Lisa Peck and their family; and aunt, Linda Gaughan and her family. Memorial service will be at 4 p.m. Monday, Nov. 8, at Palm Mortuary, 1600 S. Jones Blvd., Las Vegas, NV 89146.

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Published by Las Vegas Review-Journal from Nov. 7 to Nov. 8, 2010.

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Daniel Diebolt

September 30, 2011

This morning I got on facebook to reconect wiyh a past friend,roomate and coworker named Joe Melcher.I was not expecting this terible news.To his family I am very sorry for your loss

Alicia Weiland (Collins)

November 9, 2010

We were so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow.

Dave Turner

November 8, 2010

Jack and Ellen,I am so sorry for your loss. I will miss my friend next door!!!May peace be with you in this time of sorrow.God Bless You.

November 8, 2010

Dear Jack and Ellen,
Paul and I noticed Joe's obituary in the Omaha World Herald today. We wish to extend to you our heartfelt sympathy to you both and your entire family.

Paul and Marilynn Peters

Danny, Jan, Troy, & Brad Graber

November 8, 2010

Jack & Ellen: Our thoughts & prayers are with you & your family at this time.

Patti Scarborough

November 8, 2010

Ellen I am so very sorry for your loss. My heart and prayers are with you and your family at this time of sorrow. Bless you and your loved ones. My deepest sympathy.

Mary Miller

November 8, 2010

Peace with you all in this sad time!

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