Memories for Melford

From: Members of Saron Lutheran Church

Hello Johnson family:
The members of Saron Lutheran Church, rural Minot, want to extend their condolences ont he death of Melford. Saron was one of the congregations that Melford helped rebuild and refurbish as a Mission Builder. Our thoughts and prayers go out to all of you during this diffiuclt time.

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From: Randy Hedberg

Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.

Randy Hedberg & Chery Hysjulien

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From: Fred & Betty Johnson

We were so sorry to hear of
Melford's passing. We remember you, Betty, and your family in our prayers. You are to be consoled knowing he is with his Savior.
Fred and Betty
Johnson

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From: Kristie & Erik

I am so sorry to hear about the loss of Mel and am sad that we are not able to travel there for the funeral. Our thoughts are with you during this hard time.

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From: June & Ira Nissen

We will be unable to attend because of our health and the distance. We will always remember brother Mel as a quiet and happy man and he was a role model to many of us.

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From: Leo and Joy Renner

We are deeply saddedn to hear of Melfords passing. Our hearts are with You Betty and your family. We feel so honored to have known Mel and the things he has taught us working with him of Bread of life. HE touched alot of lifes. Like ours. Just like Betty has. Your just wonderful people. We love you

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From: Pat(Tom)Kerzman & Family

Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. We are not able to attend the services. Gods Peace be with you.
Pat(Tom)Kerzman and Family

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From: Bruce & Virginia Sorensen

Betty & Family,
Oh, Wow! What wonderful memories we have of your time here in Belgrade. That was such a special summer for our church family. We are sad to hear of Mel's death, but how great to know he is resting with Jesus!! Hugs and sincere thoughts from us.
Bruce & Jinx

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From: Wally & Lois Kahler

Dear Betty & Family;

Please know that our heart's go out to all of you during the suffering of your great loss. We will always remember the enjoyable times we had with both of you during your time spent at Peace Lutheran & never forget the special memories of our fun times spent together. In our hearts, Mel will always be remembered as a dear, sweet, wonderful giving man of God.

Blessings;
Wally & Lois Kahler

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From: Doris and Bill Hanson

We have inspiring memories of the work done by Betty and Mel Johnson as leaders in the Mission Builders Program of the ELCA. We have treasured your friendship through the years. May the faith you shared be a source of strength and hope, Betty.

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From: Dick and Dee Ruwe

We are so sorry to hear of Mel's passing. Our thoughts & prayers are with you Betty in this difficult time.
We will always remember the good times we had with you two on the Lino Lakes, MN Mission Builder project. Mel was a great manager.

Love and Hugs, Dick and Dee

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From: Andy & Cathy Wangstad

We met Mel and Betty when they helped us build Family of Grace Lutheran Church in Auburn, Washington. We became friends and we able to visit in North Dakota when we retired - such a wonderful couple. Mel will be missed!

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