Melvin Constant

Melvin G. Constant, age 81, of Williamsville, Illinois passed away on Friday, May 18, 2018 at Memorial Medical Center in Springfield, Illinois.

He was born on September 23, 1936 in Springfield, Illinois the son of Norman and Helen (Cooper) Constant.

Melvin is survived by his wife, Judith A., two children, Bruce L. (Cathy) Constant and Beth Ann (Raymond) Larson; one sister, Janet G. Hickey; five grandchildren, Nicholas (Dana), Casey (Lakota), Kaitlyn (Eric), Hannah and Ryan; two great grandchildren, Brody and Levi; as well as several nieces, nephews and friends.

He preceded in death by both parents.

Melvin was a member of the Williamsville United Methodist Church, a member of the SoliVita Veterans and SoliVita Older Bikers Clubs and a member of the Petersburg Trap Shooting Club. Melvin and Judy enjoyed boating and flying their airplane.

Melvin served in the U.S. Army. He was an active farmer in the Williamsville area his entire life. He also enjoyed welding and fabrication with his son and grandson. Most of all, he loved spending time with his family and their visits in Illinois and Florida.

Visitation for Melvin will be held on Tuesday, May 22, 2018 at Williamsville United Methodist Church from 10-11:30 AM. Services will immediately follow at 11:30 AM at the church.

Burial will be held at Walnut Hill Cemetery.

Pastor Dick Piscatelli will be officiating.

In lieu of flowers, memorials can be made to The ALS Association or Williamsville United Methodist Church.