Ralph J. Melchor Sr.'s Obituary
Ralph J. Melchor, Sr., age 72, passed away Friday, June 30, 2023 at The Poppen Residence of Harbor Hospice. He was born October 24, 1950 in San Antonio, TX to Thomas and Mercedes (Munoz) Melchor. On January 4, 1972, he married Lidia Salas in San Antonio and she survives him. He worked in maintenance for Spring Lake Schools and retired in 2018 as a bus driver for Muskegon Area Transit System (MATS). He was a member of Central Assembly of God. Survivors include his loving wife, Lidia Melchor; 4 children, Ralph (Nicole) Melchor, Jr., Christina Melchor, Jeremiah Melchor, Immanual Melchor; 7 grandchildren, Destini, Mateo, Sofia, Jesse, Joshua, Marisol, Adan; 3 great-grandchildren, Zaniah, Rebel, Rarity; 1 brother, Thomas Melchor; 2 sisters, Isabel Munoz and Erma Roth; and his companion chihuahua Thor. He was preceded in death by his parents and his companion chihuahua Kiwi. A Memorial Service will be held 11:00 AM Thursday, July 13, 2023 at Central Assembly of God, 896 Home St, Muskegon, MI 49442 with Rev. Gordon D. Aiken officiating. Visitation will be held one hour prior to the service at the church. Memorial Contributions may be directed to Central Assembly of God. Arrangements handled by The Lee Chapel of Systema Funeral & Cremation Services, 6291 Harvey St, Norton Shores, MI 49444. Sign the online guestbook at www.sytsemafh.com
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