Obituary for Melvin "Mel" Breeser

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Melvin “Mel” K. Breeser, 82, of La Crescent, MN, formerly of New Albin, IA, went to heaven in Jesus’ arms on February 22, 2025, after his courageous battle with cancer. He passed in the warmth of his home with his loving daughters by his side.

He is survived by his wife, Joyce; daughters Dawn and Lisa (Todd); and son Jamie; six grandsons, Eric (Peyton), Drew, Blake (Kate), Austin (Raynee), Cody, and Wyatt; and five great-grandchildren, Elijah, Berkeley, Oliver, Addy, and Blair. Mel is also survived by his brother, Randy (Diane); his sister, Lila(Larry); and his sister-in-law, Luise.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Louis and Lillian; and brothers, Gil and Jerry.

An intimate gathering of family will be held at Mt. Hope Presbyterian Church in rural New Albin.

Fredrickson Funeral Homes and Crematory, Caledonia Chapel, is in charge of arrangements. Expressions of sympathy may be offered to Mel’s family on this site.