Melvin R. BLEAU

Melvin R. Bleau, 79, Nokomis, died June 26, 2005. He was born June 1, 1926, in St. Clair Shores, Mich., and came to Nokomis in 1988 from Clinton Township, Mich. He was self-employed in construction in Michigan and was a Navy veteran of World War II. He was a member of the VFW and Bee Ridge Presbyterian Church, both in Sarasota. Survivors include his wife of 53 years, Daisy; and several nieces and nephews. Memorial services will be later. National Cremation Society, Venice, is in charge. Memorial donations may be made to Bee Ridge Presbyterian Church, 4826 S. McIntosh Road, Sarasota, FL 34233; or to American Cancer Society, 2801 Fruitville Road, Suite 250, Pen West Park, Sarasota, FL 34237.