Miguel Melendez

Miguel S. Melendez, of Waukesha, died Sunday, July 29, 2012 at his home at the age of 84. He was born in El Paso, TX, on October 24, 1927, the son of Aurelia and Agrepina (nee Reyes) Melendez.   Miguel often dreamt of returing to his hometown of Lamesa, Texas. He was a graduate of Klondike High School in Texas. He proudly served his country in the U.S. Navy during World War II. For 35 years he was employed at International Harvester and was the owner of The Strand tavern for more than 42 years. He enjoyed watching the Green Bay Packers, although he was a proud Texan. He will be remembered as a loving husband, father, grandfather and brother. He will be sadly missed by his wife Elodia (nee Carrillo) of Waukesha, along with their children Ricardo Melendez, Raul M. Melendez, Juan A. Melendez and Rose Ann Melendez all of Waukesha. Dear grandfather of Carlos M. Melendez and Michelle A. Melendez both of Waukesha and Matthew Schigur and Christana Schigur both of Mukwonago. Beloved brother of Rofaela Lozano, Luz Pina, Ofelia Lucio, Maria Ortiz, Carlota Rodriguez, Aurolfo Melendez and David Melendez. He is further survived by nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his brothers Onciemo and Fidencio Melendez and sisters Manuela Arce and Anita Leal. Visitation will be held on Wednesday, August 1 from 4:00 p.m. until the 7:30 p.m. funeral service at Randle-Dable-Brisk Funeral Home, 1110 S. Grand Ave., Waukesha. For further information, please call Randle-Dable-Brisk Funeral, Cremation and Preplanning Services at (262) 547-4035, or go to www.waukeshafunerals.com for directions or to leave an on-line tribute.