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FREDERICK B. MELDRUM

Frederick B. Meldrum, age 90, of Alpena, passed away peacefully surrounded by his family on Monday, July 24, 2017, at MidMichigan Medical Center-Alpena.

On Sept. 12, 1926, Frederick was born in Detroit, Mich., to the late Guy and Josephine (Bertrand) Meldrum. On Aug. 19, 1950, he married Arlene L. Glanville in Redford Township. Frederick served in the United States Army during WWII, stationed in the Philippines. He was a member of St. John Catholic Church of All Saints Parish.

He is survived by his loving wife of 66 years, Arlene; and six of their children Suzan Keena of Alpena, Mich., Donald (Alyce) Meldrum of California, Brian (Sherry) Meldrum of Hubbard Lake, David (Anna) Meldrum of Colorado, Kathleen (Kevin) Brown of Colorado, Kayla (Mike) Baird of Colorado; 20 grandchildren; 24 great-grandchildren; one brother J. Michael Meldrum of Alpena.

He was preceded in death by his son Thomas Meldrum; one sister Mary Oke; and a brother Robert Meldrum.

Per his wishes he has been taken from the Karpus-Hunter Funeral Home for cremation. A graveside Committal Service will be held at Long Rapids Township Cemetery on Saturday, July 29, 2017, at 12 noon, followed by Full Military Honors accorded by the V.F.W. Post 2496 and the Michigan Army National Guard. A Celebration of Frederick’s Life will be held at the Alpena Cycle Club on Spruce Road immediately following the services.

Interment: Long Rapids Township Cemetery

Online condolences: www.karpushuntercares.com