The funeral for Melvin E. Kruse, 79 year-old Enid resident, is 10:00AM Tuesday, November 15, 2022 in the Henninger-Hinson Chapel. Pastor Damon Burpo officiating. Burial will follow in Enid Cemetery. Visitation with family is 2PM-4PM Sunday, November 13, 2022 in the Henninger-Hinson Funeral Home Chapel.

Melvin was born September 30, 1943 in Enid to Dale and Ora (Mitchell) Kruse and died Thursday, November 10, 2022 at his home in Enid. He attended Hillsdale schools, graduating with the class of 1961. He then attended college in Okmulgee where he learned carpentry.

On October 1, 1964, he married Sharon Ross and the couple made their home in Enid. Melvin worked with Southwestern Bell for 30 years as a customer service technician. He was a member of the American Legion and the Communications Workers of America, where he served as Vice-President.

He was an accomplished wood-worker. But his greatest love was playing music. He played all his life. First with his father, then his son, and later grandson.

He is survived by his wife, Sharon of the home; daughter, Tina Olson and husband, Rodney, Enid; son, Boyd Kruse and wife, Rechel also of Enid; five grandchildren, Seth Olson and AZ; Josh Olson and wife, Taylor; Kayla and husband, Brett; Zyrelle and Zillah Kruse; brother, Wayne and two sisters, Carolyn and Pat as well as numerous nieces, nephews, and cousins.

He was preceded in death by his parents.

Memorials may be made to OMRF (esophageal cancer division) through the funeral home.