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Melvin Harvey Wilson, age 71, passed away Saturday, March 22, 2008 in the arms of his wife Jane and kids Jeff and Jan after a short painless battle with pulmonary fibrosis. We're sure that as Mel peacefully crossed over he was happily greeted by his mother Blanche, son Greg and many others who made the journey to the other side before him. Mel was born in Highlands, NC and was a resident of NM since 1945. Mel was well-known to many in the community through his business, American Bath Remodeling, and later from working as a plumber with his son, Jeff, which he greatly enjoyed. Mel will be remembered for his good nature, humor and excellent work. He loved to work around his home, fixing things, remodeling, and tinkering with projects. He loved to do yard work and keep his yards beautiful. Neighbors and friends will remember how he loved to sit and soak up the sun in front of his house every morning. He also loved to get a chocolate malt at Sonic. Mel was very easy-going and informal and didn't want a funeral or memorial service. He would have preferred that friends and loved ones instead go to Sonic and toast him with a chocolate malt and remember him as he was in life. He will be greatly missed by his family, friends, neighbors and two beloved dogs. Mel is survived by his dad, Albert Wilson of Espanola, NM wife Jane and son Jeff Wilson, both of Albuquerque; daughter Jan Wilson of Los Angeles, CA; sister Myrtice Wieser of San Diego, CA and sister Patricia Landon and husband John of Los Lunas, NM; three granddaughters Brittany Wilson of Albuquerque, Tori Wilson of Bernalillo, NM, Tara Terry and husband, Seth Terry of Modesto, CA and many other extended family. Cremation has taken place and his cremains will be interred in a private ceremony into his son Greg's burial plot at Sandia Memory Gardens. Mel's family would like to thank the entire staff at Presbyterian ICU for their kindness and excellent care. Thank you to everyone for your love and prayers. We love you, Mel. French Mortuary, Inc. 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE (505) 275-3500 www.frenchmortuary.com
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