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Irwin, Melvin "Mel"
Born: January 1, 1970
Passed: February 21, 2023
Service:
Friday, February 24, 2023 at 12:00 a.m.

Irwin, Melvin "Mel"

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MELVIN "MEL" DOUGLAS IRWIN, of Coaldale, beloved husband of Jean Irwin, passed away at the Chinook Regional Hospital, on Tuesday, February 21, 2023 at the age of 81 years.

MELVIN "MEL" DOUGLAS IRWIN, of Coaldale, beloved husband of Jean Irwin, passed away at the Chinook Regional Hospital, on Tuesday, February 21, 2023 at the age of 81 years. 

Besides his loving wife, Mel is survived by his loving daughter Jean (Glen) Mertz, his loving son Doug (Sherry) Irwin, his four loving grandchildren: Austin (Emily) Mertz, Mackenzie (Jesse Reams) Mertz, Jessie Irwin and Declan Irwin and three adoring great-grandchildren: Arlin Mertz, Miles Mertz and Matea Mertz. 

At Mel's request, no formal funeral service will be held. Cremation entrusted to Cornerstone. 

In lieu of flowers and in memory of Mel, donations may be made to the Coaldale Senior's Centre, 1806 - 21 Avenue, Coaldale, AB, T1M 1E9.

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I played crib with Mel every Wednesday and sure will miss him. I would come into play and go over and rub his shoulders for a minute and would get a great smile and laughter. A great man and my condolences to you and your family. He will be missed greatly.

Malcolm Weisgerber, February 28, 2023

Thinking of you at this difficult time.

Denise Norrie, February 25, 2023

My deepest sympathies to Jean and family.

Sylvia MacMillan, February 25, 2023