Melvin Lee Williams Jr., 60
Melvin Lee Williams Jr., 60, passed away on January 12, 2017 in Spokane, Wash., surrounded by his family. He was born Jan. 3, 1957 in Sandpoint, Idaho.
He attended schools in Bonner County and graduated from Sandpoint High School in 1976 He met Donna Snyder in late 1970s and they married and had three beautiful children, Justin, Jason and Joelynn. After several years they divorced. He enjoyed socializing over a cup of coffee at the local restaurants with friends and family. He also loved going hunting and fishing with his sons and other family members. Melvin had a heart of gold and would offer a helping hand to anyone in need. He had an infectious smile that will remain with his family and friends, forever. He worked most of this early years in logging. In later years he joined the Teamsters Union 690 where he met and made many friends. He worked for Wes Olson in the winter months hauling logs, but proudly maintained a membership with Teamster Union 690. He is survived by his three children, Justin (Heidi) of Cocolalla, Idaho, Jason of Sagle, Idaho and Joelynn (Scott Brown) of Newport, Washington. His siblings are brother Bill Williams (Linda). Sisters, Susan Daniels (John Hester) of Sandpoint, Idaho, Janet Lowry (John), of Sagle Idaho, Sharon Kallio (Frank) of Post Falls, Idaho and Bobbie Marcy wife of late brother Harold Williams. He also leaves behind grandchildren Austin, Dalton, Shyanne and Kaden and a great-granddaughter that he knew about but never got to meet her before his passing. He was preceded in death by his parents Melvin and Marjorie Williams and his older brother, Harold. Our family wishes to express our heartfelt appreciation for the excellent care that he received at both Kootenai Health and Providence Sacred Heart. The sensitivity and support of all the medical staff helped us through a very difficult time, and we will never forget your compassion and kindness.
A celebration of life will be held on October 21, 2017, at the Sagle Senior Center on Monarch Road at 2 p.m. with Barry Johnson of the New Song Baptist Church in charge of the service. Join us for refreshments following the service.