Melvin Leon Clonts passed from this life on Sunday, November 17, 2019 in Cushing, OK.
Melvin was born on September 14, 1941 to Alfred L. and Erma I. Clonts in Paden, OK. Melvin grew up and attended school at Blackwell Public Schools. Later, he joined the Navy in 1962, attending basic training at San Diego, CA. Melvin served on the Aircraft Carrier USS Oriskany until his discharge in August, 1965. When he returned from the service he attended Welding school and spent the next forty plus years traveling from state to state.
Melvin married the love of his life, Irene Reed on December 24, 1970. Melvin worked hard for his family making sure they had anything they ever needed. In 2009, he retired from Tanco Engineering and his company gave him a new Harley Davidson as a retirement gift which he thoroughly enjoyed.
In his free time, Melvin loved spending time with family. He enjoyed playing cards and dominos with his grandkids and teasing them immensely. In the spring and summer when it was nice, Melvin enjoyed camping and fishing with family. Around the house, Melvin was known as Mr. Fix-It. There wasn't anything he could not build or repair.
Melvin was a fun-loving husband, father, grandfather, great grandfather, and friend. He will be missed by all who knew him.
Melvin is survived by his loving wife, Irene Clonts of the home; seven children, Wally Schatz of Blackwell, Scott Schatz of Cushing, Kelly (and husband Jay) Goeke of Texas, Shelly Schatz of Cushing, Cindy Marie (and husband Zig) Stankoski of Arkansas, Cynthia (and husband Robert) Lee of Blackwell, Tammy (and husband Bryan) Cavett; four siblings, Dairl Clonts of Stilwell, Terry Clonts of Blackwell, Nelda Margerum of Sapulpa, Velma Contreras of Merced, CA; grandchildren, Wally Schatz, Raya Barela, Bailey Derton, Zachary Schatz, Michael Moore, Mytchel Moore, Dawson Moore, Shaylyn Moore, Chanley Young, Hunter Young, Cole Lee, Craig Stankoski, Cassandra Stankoski, Levi Cavett, and Walker Cavett. Melvin is also survived by seven great grandchildren and numerous nieces and nephews.
Melvin is preceded in death by his parents, one brother Lewis Clonts and two grandchildren, Daniel Wear and Rochelle Wear.
Arrangements have been entrusted to the care of Palmer Marler Funeral Home.
A funeral service will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Thursday, November 21, 2019 at the River of Life Christian Center in Drumright, OK with Pastor Kevin Vogele and Reverend Frank Webster officiating.  Visitation will be held on Wednesday, November 20, 2019 at the funeral home from 12:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.