Mel Holden
1937-2014

LAKE COUNTY, Calif. – Our beloved Father, Papa, Great Papa, and very good friend to many, passed away Thursday, Oct. 23, 2014.

Mel was born and raised in Berkeley, Calif. He married his wife, Shirley and raised three children in Pinole, Calif. After retiring he moved to Kelseyville, CA where he lived his remaining years.

Mel was a contractor in various fields and worked as a Realtor alongside his wife.

He loved hunting, dancing on Saturday nights, spending time with his family and friends but most of all he loved living life to the fullest.

Mel was preceded in death by his wife, Shirley, and his son Rick.

He is survived by his daughters, Terri and Sherri; son-in-law, Tom; daughter-in-law, Laureen, grandchildren, Cristal, Jesse, Cody, and Branden; great-grandchildren, Deshawn, Christopher, Layla, Destiny, Caydence, and Ricky; and loving girlfriend, Connie Conser.

His life was a blessing, his memories are treasures. He will be loved beyond words and missed beyond measure.

Funeral service will be at 1 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 30, at Chapel of the Lakes Mortuary.

Visitation will be from 4 to 7 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 29, also at Chapel of the Lakes Mortuary.

Mel will be laid to rest at Hartley Cemetery.

For further information call Chapel of the Lakes at 707-263-0357 or 707-994-5611 or visit www.chapelofthelakes.com .