I remember the day that melvin Melissa , Wayne and Brian moved in on Kirby St just behind us . I knew at that moment that we all would be life long friends . melvin was always so good to all of us Bower boys treated us like one of his own . some of the best memories of melvin is when we formed our own softball team the "unknowns" melvin in his cut off Jean shorts , Kroger hat and that large glove he used . we didn't win many games but man did we have fun . that is a lasting memory that I will always cherish . melvin was a great friend to many people . I just recently started working at ruan where melvin worked for many years . after word spread of his passing it effected so many of the drivers there . all knew him as coffee grinder . and all were visably upset to hear that he had past . he was and still is very respected at ruan for being a great driver and more importantly a great friend to so many . the world just lost a great guy . Melvin I considered it a privalige and an honor to have called you my friend. Melissa ,Wayne and Brian may god keep you and give you strength in the days to come . may he put his arms around you and give you comfort . you all are in our thoughts and prayers may god bless each and every one of you