Lawrence “Larry” Mellen, 69, Lincoln, died Wednesday (8-4-10). Born (1-11-41) in Lincoln, Nebraska to Lilburn and Mildred (Ward) Mellen. Ret. Master Mechanic, Goodyear Tire & Rubber Company, 35 yrs. Lifelong Lincoln resident. Member: United Steel Workers Union Local #286, NHRA, and a respected sponsor and speaker for Alcoholic’s Anonymous.
Family members include sons, daughters-in-law: Larry and Jenni, Lincoln, Gregg and Lisa, New Prague, MN; grandchildren: Ally Stewart, Sharon Mellen, Emily Stewart, Brice Mellen, Josie Mellen, Christina Mellen; 4 great grandchildren; brothers, sisters-in-law: Walt and Kay Mellen, Ronald and Patsy Mellen, all of Davey. Preceded in death by parents.
Funeral Service: 10:30 a.m. Saturday (8-7-10) Roper and Sons Chapel, 4300 ‘O’ Street. Pastor Kerry O’Bryant officiating.
Memorials to the family.
Visitation: 2:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. Friday and until service time on Saturday, funeral home.