Obituary of Melvin Arthur Shogren

1935 - 2012

Melvin Arthur Shogren passed away peacefully at the East Kootenay Regional Hospital In Cranbrook, British Columbia on Monday, September 17, 2012 at 77 years of age.

Mel was born in Cranbrook on August 10, 1935. He went to school in Waldo and Jaffray until he joined the RCAF in 1954 as a young man 18 years old. He served on many different bases in Canada and Europe.In 1960, Mel married Judy Foster of North Bay, Ontario. In 1990 Mel retired from the Air Force after almost 37 years of service and returned home to the East Kootenay's.

Mel and Judy settled into retirement and enjoyed many happy times with family and friends. Mel fought a long and difficult battle with Cancer and Alzheimer's, but through it all enjoyed the wonderful companionship of family and friends.

Mel is survived by his loving wife Judy, his two sons Kevin (Tina) and Derek (Lynn) and his sister-in-law, Patricia Anderson. He leaves behind three granddaughters: Courtenay, Chelsea and Brooke. He leaves many wonderful memories with his sister Carol Ann (Bill) and his brother Harvey (Shirley) as well as his many relatives in the Jaffray area.

Mel was predeceased by his father Adolph, his mother Mary, and his sister Arlene. Our family gratefully thanks the doctors and nurses and caregivers who gave Mel comfort and respect for many years.

At Mel's request, a memorial service will not be held. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations in his honour can be made to the Royal Canadian Legion, Branch #24, 803 - Cranbrook Street North, Cranbrook, British Columbia, V1C 3S2.

Arrangements entrusted to McPherson Funeral Service.

Condolences for the family can be offered at:

www.mcphersonfh.com