MELVIN John FIEGEN

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Melvin J. Fiegen, 83, of Dell Rapids, passed away on Sunday, November 10, 2013 at Dells Nursing and Rehab Center. Mass of Christian Burial will begin at 10:30 AM Friday, November 15, 2013, at St. Mary Catholic Church, Dell Rapids, with interment in the church cemetery.

Melvin was born November 11, 1929 in Dell Rapids to John A. and Jennie (Anderson) Fiegen. He helped his father farm until Uncle Sam said, "I have a job for you". In August 1951 he was drafted into the Army.

Melvin married the love of his life, Dolores Heinemann on August 27, 1953 and they began farming. They were happily married for 60 years and were blessed with nine children (2 deceased), 29 grandchildren (1 deceased), 2 step grandchildren, 27 great grandchildren, and 1 step great grandchild. He was a member of the Catholic Order of Foresters

Melvin is survived by his wife Dolores of Dell Rapids, his 7 children: Nancy Geraets (Doug) of Dell Rapids, John (Betty) of Dell Rapids, Roger (Judy) of Dell Rapids, Susan Ahlers (Steve) of Pierre, SD, Marvin (Karen) of Dell Rapids, Bonnie Nelson (Mark) of Sioux Falls, SD, and Brian (Kristine) of Dell Rapids; 28 grandchildren, 2 step grandchildren, 27 great grandchildren, a step great grandchild, his sister Joyce Richter of Sioux Falls, SD; his sister Dorothy Baumberger of Colton, SD; his sister Helen Liester (James) of Garretson, SD and his brother Virgil Fiegen (Shirley).

He is preceded in death by his parents, two infant sons (Greg and Tommy), and one granddaughter (Adrianna).

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