Melvin Andres of Donalda, Alberta passed away peacefully at Stettler Hospital on March 30, 2025 at the age of 79.

He is survived by his loving wife of 59 years Edna; sons Darryl and Kevin (Kelley Lynne); daughter Michelle (Dean) Anonson; grandchildren Sarah (Austin) Albers, Shayne (Starla) Andres, Scott Anonson, Steven Anonson, Sharmaine (Tristen) Johnstone, Spencer (Mackenzie) Andres, Chandlor Andres, Cayden Andres, Caliah Andres, and Cie Anne Andres; sister-in-law Marilyn Johnston; brothers Ken (Gladys), Cecil (Debra), Eric (Cathy), Eldon, Clarence (Tina), Eugene (Mereta), Vern (Aase), and Marvin (Lynn); sisters Geraldine (Buck) Terry, Doreen (Arnold) Wiklund and Carol (Paul) Brammer; great-grandkids Norah, Isla, Raquel, Audrey, Wren, Lilli, Jasper and Antheia; many nieces and nephews, cousins and friends.

Mel was predeceased by his brother Richard, sisters Dixie Lee, Val Marie and Janet; and his parents Martin and Helen Andres.

At Mel’s request there will be no funeral service. Memorial donations may be made to the Stollery Children’s Hospital.