Melvin J. Miedema, age 86, went home to be with his Lord and Savior on Tuesday, April 19, 2022. A beloved husband, father, and grandfather, Mel enjoyed spending time with his family. Together, they especially enjoyed water sports and boating. Mel was a gifted carpenter and had the privilege of building homes for many of his family members. He honorably served his country in the Army National Guard, discharging as a Sergeant after six years of service. He was preceded in death by his wife of 63 years, Wilda; their infant son, Randall; his siblings, Arnold Miedema, Vernon (Kathy) Miedema; his in-laws, Harvey (Doris) Hyma, Gladys (Casey) Nieuwkoop, and Sylvia (Ron) Meulenberg. He will be lovingly remembered by his children, Keith (Kristi) Miedema, Wayne (Dierdre) Miedema, Terri (Duane) Huitema, Jay (Glenna) Miedema, Kurt (Karina) Miedema; 12 grandchildren; four great-grandchildren; his brother, Roger (Faith) Miedema; sister-in-law, Thelma Miedema; many nieces and nephews. Visitation with Mel's family will be held from 9:30 - 10:45 AM on Thursday, May 5, 2022, at Covenant Christian Reformed Church, 7171 Willard Ave. SE, where the funeral service will follow at 11 AM, with Pastor Ron Kool officiating. The service will be live-streamed at covenant-crc.org. Interment will be in Winchester Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to South Christian High School Equipping Hands and Hearts Campaign.