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Recent Obituary: Melvin ‘Mel’ Leach

Melvin “Mel” Leach of Chelsea, age 89, died Wednesday, March 22, 2023, at his home.

He was born April 27, 1933, in Chelsea, Michigan, the son of Clarence L. and Theresa M. (Schwab) Leach.

Mel served in the Army from 1953-55. He worked for the Village of Chelsea in the Wastewater Treatment Plant for 33 years. Mel was a member of the Rod and Gun Club and the American Legion.

Funeral services will be held Monday, March 27, 1:00 p.m. at Cole Funeral Chapel, Chelsea, with Pastor Larry Lyons officiating. Burial will follow at Oak Grove Cemetery, Chelsea. The family will receive friends Sunday, March 26, from 2-4 p.m. at the funeral home.

For the full obituary, please click here.

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