Melvin 'Mel' L. Drinkwine

August 18, 1935 - June 16, 2020

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Melvin (Mel) L. Drinkwine, age 84 of Mayville passed away on Tuesday, June 16, 2020 at St. Agnes Hospital in Fond du Lac.Mel was born to Melvin K. and Lillian (Koziol) Drinkwine on August 18, 1935 in Waukegan, IL. He graduated from Drake University, received his Master’s degree in accounting from Northwestern and was a Certified Public Accountant. Mel honorably served his country as a Captain in the US Air Force. On April 28, 1962 in Waukegan, he was united in marriage to Norma E. Pietschman. He retired from TAB Products in Mayville as the plant manager. Mel served on the board of directors for M & I Bank in Mayville for many years. He also served his community as a member of the Mayville Lions Club and also helped the area youth in the Cub Scouts as well as the Mayville Babe Ruth Baseball League. Throughout his life he remained a loyal Chicago Cubs fan. Mel was a faithful member of St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Mayville. When he found time, he would enjoy a round of golf with friends and family at the Mayville Golf Club. Mel is survived by his wife of 58 years, Norma of Mayville. His three sons, Dan (special friend Jaqueline) of Slinger, Jim of Mayville, and Steve (Carrie) of Delafield. His grandchildren Devin, Maxwell, Drew, Brayden, Tate, Lillian, Jacob, Grace and his great granddaughter Rhea. Sisters Jackie Hochenauer of Geneva, IL., Ruth Ellen (Don) Falstad of North Carolina, and Mary Lynn (Lenny) Greener of Beach Park, IL. Sisters in law Pamela Drinkwine of Geneva, IL., and Marilyn (John) Atherton of Hot Springs, AR. In addition, he is survived by nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.He was preceded in death by his parents and brothers Robert and Richard Drinkwine.A memorial Mass of Christian Burial for Mel will be held on Monday, June 22, 2020 at 11 a.m. at St. Mary Catholic Church in Mayville with the Rev. Fr. Tom Biersack presiding. A visitation will be held from 9 to 11 a.m. on Monday at the church. Seating during our Mass will be limited due to current regulations and social distancing will be in place. Inurnment will follow at St. Mary Catholic Cemetery. Military Honors will be conducted by the Mayville American Legion Post #69.Memorials in memory of Mel may be directed to St. Mary Catholic Church in Mayville.

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So sorry for your loss

Dear Norma and family,
I was so sorry to learn of Skeeters passing. He was such a kind and gentle man. He lived a good life and you all were surely blessed to be a family. Remembering fun gatherings with the Drinkwine clan through the years. You are in my thoughts and prayers as you go through these coming days. Take all the time you need to grieve. We are never ready to say good bye.

Norma and Family, sending our deepest sympathy to you all. May God hold you all in His loving arms and give you His peaces as you cherish Mel with your special memories. Bill and Kay Koenitzer

So sorry for your loss. Thoughts and prayers to you and your family! Mel was such a nice man.

Mel was my boss for many years at TAB. Such a sweet guy. He would do anything for who ever asks.

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Norma and family: Our deepest sympathy to the entire family on the loss of Mel's passing. May God give you all peace and comfort knowing that Mel is no longer in any pain.

Haven't seen my cousin "Skeeter" in at least 55 years. I remember him as a very friendly and intelligent man. My condolences to his family over the loss of a wonderful husband, father and grandfather.

Our sympathy to the Drinkwine Family from the Barrera Family. We will miss him in church and Sunday Breakfast meeting. May the Good Lord be with him and his family.

Normally and family, I am so sorry for your loss. We'll keep you in our prayers. God Bless!

So sorry to hear of Mel's passing! What a great guy! Good family friend ! Our condolences! Hank will be happy to see him! Andy and Cindy Krieser

My sincere sympathy to the Drinkwine family.

He will be missed by us at the library. Always a sense of humor! Prayers to the family.

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So sorry for your loss Norma and family. Mel was just the best. Worked for him at Tab for many years. Had lots of fun times with him, whether it be pulling pranks on him or just talking with him. Couldn't find a more pleasant person. RIP Mel Sharon Wild

I wish I didnt live so far away. My heart broke when I heard the news. I missed out on the last 6 years and I always have you all in my heart and think of you daily even from England. I am so sorry for your lose of grandpa Mel. He was always at my extra curricular activities growing up and new how to push my buttons and laugh harder than i thought was possible. I will forever smell pipe tobacco and think of grandpa mel and there is somehow comfort in that. I am sorry for your loss ❤

Norma and Mels sons, Sorry to hear of Mel's passing. Mel was a great friend and co-worker at Tab for many years. I will always remember that smile and sense of humor. May God be with you as you grieve over Mel's passing. What a great Guy!

Please accept our deepest condolences for your family's loss.