Stephen J Mellady

Stephen J. Mellady, 57, of Osnabrock passed away on February 8, 2008 at Mary Washington Hospital in Fredericksburg, VA.

Steve was born on June 27, 1950 in Lafayette, IN. to Joseph and Rosalie Mellady. He grew up in Lafayette and graduated from Central Catholic High School. On March 28, 1970 he married Conni Smith also of Lafayette. He served in the U.S. Air Force for six and a half years as a crew chief on fighter aircraft. After the Air Force, he worked as a diesel mechanic, a farm equipment salesman, and a truck driver.

He is survived by his wife Conni, his sister - Sr. Angela of St. Francis Convent, daughter and son-in-law Janelle and Russell Schmeling, son and daughter-in-law Robert and Jessica Mellady, son Joseph Mellady, daughter and son-in-law Shana and Apie Conradie, and grandchildren Karisa, Terri, Stacie, Rustee, Brianna, and Stephen. Mr. Mellady was proceeded in death by his parents and brother, Bill.

Steve treasured every moment with his family and friends and always enjoyed a good conversation. He will be greatly missed and forever remembered by those whose lives he has touched.

SERVICES will be held on Saturday February 16, 2008 at the Dovre Lutheran Church of Osnabrock, ND.