Melvin Lee Neal passed away Friday, June 25, 2021, in Moses Lake, Washington. He was born November 29, 1937, in Mason City (now Coulee Dam) Washington to Everett and Eloise (Cline) Neal.

He grew up in Grand Coulee as an only child. Mel graduated from Grand Coulee High school in 1956. Later he lived in Grand Coulee and Kirkland, Washington moving to Moses Lake after he retired from M & K upholstery and quilt shop in Grand Coulee.

Mel was an avid gardener, quilter and crafter. He was an active member of Moses Lake Baptist Church.

Mel is survived by his wife, Maxine (Cassal) Neal of Moses Lake and his former wife Kay (Elekes) Neal, also of Moses Lake. He is also survived by his three children: Melanie, Jody and son Martin and their children; cousins: Bernard Neal, Jim Brown, Dick Brown and many other friends and relatives.

A memorial service and celebration of life will be held at the Moses Lake Baptist Church, 4334 Joann Dr. NE, Moses Lake, WA at 10:30am on Wednesday, July 7, 2021.