BORN

1946

DIED

2013

FUNERAL HOME

Putnam Funeral Home

11 East Chicago Street

Coldwater, Michigan

Melvin Andrews Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Jan. 9, 2013.

Melvin A. Andrews, 66, of Coldwater passed away Tuesday, January 8, 2013 at Select Specialty Hospital in Battle Creek. Melvin was born to Zella (Southworth) and Art Andrews on December 24, 1946 in Charlotte.
He is survived by his wife, Sharon of 27 years, his children; Anna (Shawn) Smith, Melvin AJ Andrews, Kellie (Mike) Paxton, 2 brothers, 2 sisters and 8 grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents and grandparents.
Melvin served in the Army during the Vietnam Conflict. He spent many years driving truck. He had a passion for working on cars, car shows, races, camping, fishing and spending time with his children and grandchildren. He was very involved with the 4-H and training horses.
Services will be held on Monday, January 14, 2013 at 11:00 a.m. with one hour of visitation prior to the service at the Putnam Funeral Home in Coldwater with Rev. Carole Rojas officiating. Full military honors will take place at Ft. Custer National Cemetery in Augusta at 1:00 p.m.
Memorial contributions may be made to the National Kidney Foundation or the American Heart Association.

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January 11, 2013

Karen Wixson

I have great memories of BUB.My heart goes out to the family. I will always have my memories of us cousins at the cemetery! Love you Bub!!!

January 11, 2013

Lloyd & Veralyn Bailey

Remember the good times to keep him in your heartand he will watch over all of you.

January 11, 2013

Tina Rhodes

Many memories of him setting out at trailer park telling us young girls to stay out of trouble. You will be truly missed.

January 11, 2013

loretta samons

sorry sharon he waas a great guy going to try and come little angel

January 11, 2013

Shannon Caracheo(Jewett)

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January 11, 2013

Sharon Andrews-Thomas

My heart goes out to my cousins in this sad loss to our family. My thoughts are with you. Take care of each other.

January 11, 2013

American Heart Association

May your memories of the wonderful times you shared with your loved one comfort you and your family, today and always.

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