He was a Veteran of the Korean War as part of the Naval Reserve and a UT Austin graduate. Melvin loved his family and was an avid hunter and outdoorsman. He enjoyed watching his sons and grandchildren's athletic endeavors. His hobbies included reading, crossword puzzles and woodworking. ??? Survivors: Wife, Mary; sons Glenn and wife Andrea; Wes and wife Monica; grandchildren, Alex, Andrew, Adam and Priscilla; brothers, Harry and wife, Jackie, Paul "Bob" and wife, Lynda; and other extended family. ??? In lieu of flowers, Memorial donations may be made to the Lance Armstrong Foundation, or a charity of choice.