Melvin J Kroh, age 98, of Hegins, passed away Thursday, April 29, 2021 at his residence.

He was born on Saturday, December 30, 1922, in Valley View, a son of the late Gurney Kroh and the late Katie (Williard) Kroh.

He was a graduate of the former Hegins Twp High School.

He served in the US Army.

Mel was a self employed coal miner and then operated Kroh's Garage, Hegins, prior to his retirement.

He was a member of Friedens United Church of Christ, Hegins.

He was also a former member and past president of the Valley View Gun Club, an original member of the Uf -Und -Druf Hunting Camp, and a member of the PA Trappers Association.

Mel was an avid hunter, fisherman, and trapper. He was a three time State Single Barrel Pigeon shooting champion. Mel was a master duck and fish carver. He was also a former Cub Scout leader. He assisted with wild turkey establishment and the construction of the trout hatchery at the Valley View Gun Club.

He was preceded in death by his parents; by a brother, Herald; and three sisters, Ruth, Hilda, and Dora.

He is survived by his wife Gloria V (Schwartz) Kroh, to whom he was married for 70 years.

He is also survived by four sons, Thomas G Kroh and his wife Betty of Hegins, Randy J Kroh and his wife Roxy of Ephrata, Scott M Kroh and his wife Kylene of Hegins, and Timothy A Kroh and his wife Kelly of Wycombe; a daughter, Joanne L Stehr and her husband Rick of Stevens; sixteen grandchildren; thirteen great grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews.

Funeral services were held at the Buffington-Reed Funeral Home, Valley View, on Thursday, May 6, 2021, at 11:00 am, with Pastor Jonathan Hikes officiating.

Visitation was held from 10:30 am until 11:00 am on Thursday at the funeral home.

Memorial contributions can be made to Valley View Gun Club Youth Fund, P.O. Drawer A, Valley View PA 17983.

Condolences can be left for the family at www.buffingtonreed.com .