Melvin Borucki passed away peacefully in his sleep on July 30, 2026 at the age of 90.

He was born on June 16, 1936, in Manistee MI. Melvin graduated from Manistee High School in 1955.  He served in the United States Army from 1956 to 1958 and was stationed in Germany.  He continued to serve in the National Guard from 1978-1986.

Melvin married Rosemary (Maksymowski) Borucki on January 11, 1964 at St. Isidore in Grand Rapids MI.  Melvin worked at Excello, Hardy salt, and retired from Packaging Corporation of America. Melvin was a member of Divine Mercy Parish, and former member of St. Mary of Mount Carmel Shrine Church, where he was active as an usher, member of the Men's club, as well as a member of Knights of Columbus Council 853.

Mel was a devoted husband, father, and grandfather. Who enjoyed spending time with his family, and was always willing to lend a helping hand. In the fall, he especially enjoyed attending M.C.C. Saber football games and spending time deer hunting, creating many cherished memories with family and friends.

Melvin is survived by his wife of 62 years Rosemary; 2 sons, Brent (Patricia) Borucki, and Derek (Mary) Borucki; Grandchildren, Lauren Borucki, Julia Borucki, Alex (Sarah) Borucki, Anna (Troy) DeGroot, and Emily Borucki; In-laws, Bernadine Borucki, Jacquelyn Kubiszewski, Dolores Walejewski, Joanne Wiebenga, Jim (Jane) Maksymowski and Maxine (Richard) Dengate; Numerous nieces and nephews also survive him.

Melvin was preceded in death by his father Walter Borucki; mother, Lena Kubiszweski, step father Edward Kubiszweski, Father-in-law and Mother-in-law, Stanley and Virginia Maksymowski; siblings, Leonard (Hazel) Borucki, Robert "Bob" Borucki Edward Kubiszweski, Step sisters: Germaine (Frank) Rybicki, Leona (Floyd) Mucha, Virginia (Fritz) Zaiger; His son, Gregory Borucki, and two infant sons Derek John, and Joseph Borucki.

Visitation and Mass of Christian Burial will be held at Divine Mercy Parish in Manistee on Wednesday August 12, 2026. With visitation at 10:00 am and Mass at 11:00 am. Burial to follow at Mount Carmel Cemetery also in Manistee where members of the Manistee County United Veterans Ritual Council will present military honors.  A Luncheon will be provided at Divine Mercy Parish Hall.

The family has requested that in lieu of flowers, memorial contributions be made to any Veterans organization.

Herbert Funeral Home, P.C of Manistee is in charge of funeral arrangements.