Melvin Nippard November 21, 1931 – November 14th, 2021 It is with deep sadness we announce the sudden passing of Melvin Nippard. Melvin married the love of his life in 1957 and had 62 years of marriage before he lost his lover. At a short time at Oram’s Bethesda Manor in Gander, Melvin stayed at the home and had great help and support from all the staff and residents. He made great memories, enjoyed music and the little parties that Cindy brought into his home. Predeceased by his parents Andrew and June, wife Bonnie, grandson Brandon Hurley and nephew Leonard. He leaves to mourn his greatest gift’s in his life, his 10 kids, Lorraine Taylor (Carmen, deceased), Alonzo Nippard (June), Terry Nippard (Daphney), Rick Nippard (Kathleen), Eddie Nippard (Isabel), Ervin Nippard (Cynthia), Barry Nippard (Beatrice), Austin Nippard (Nona), Michael Nippard (Angela), Darlene Lush (Tony), many grandchildren, great grandchildren, great-great- grandchildren, all his brothers and his 1 sister, brother-in-law, sister-in-law’s, nieces, nephews and friends. A big thank you to Oram’s Bethesda Manor, Gander for all the help and support and to the staff, you guys rock!! Right Una? Arrangements entrusted through Stacey’s Funeral Home, Gander – Carmanville. Those we love don’t go away, They walk beside us every day, Unseen, unheard, but always near, Still loved, still missed and very dear. We love you, Dad. Rest easy. Till we meet again.