Melvin "Mel" Duane Broyles of McFadden, WY passed away at 1:30 a.m. on February 20th, 2020. He suffered from many illnesses for several years. He was born near Greeley, CO on October 27th, 1941.
Mel married Marilyn Bain on July 14th, 1961 in LaSalle, CO. Mel had a wonderful sense of adventure and a great sense of humor. This led to living in several places and his family sharing new experiences. He moved to Red Feather Lakes, CO in 1984 and worked at Fox Acres Country Club until his retirement in 2003. Mel never knew a stranger. He always created friendships whether it was in a restaurant, a hotel or in a doctor's office. He taught his family to love the great outdoors, God's creation. Many vacations were spent camping in the mountains while he was bow hunting for deer. Fishing was another enjoyable sport even when he didn't catch anything.
Survivors include his wife Marilyn, daughter Connie Robinson (Steve) of Red Feather Lakes, CO, sons Terry Broyles (Sandy) of Rock River, WY and Keith Broyles (Lois) of Arlington, WY and a brother Robert Broyles (Vickie) of Ault, CO. Also, nine grandchildren, 3 great grandchildren and one great great grandchild.
Five brothers and his parents preceded him to death.