Melvin James Plouzek was born on April 11, 1928 in rural Crete, Nebraska to Albert and Abbie (Kacel) Plouzek and passed away peacefully on December 5, 2022 at his home.  Mel lived on the farm where he was born his entire life with the exception of the two years he was in the Army.  Mel met Virginia Allen at Playmor Ballroom and were married in June of 1969.

Mel was a loving caring husband and stepfather to Virginia and her three sons.  He enjoyed farming, fishing and traveling.  Mel enjoyed fishing the ponds on the farm with the grandkids and great grandkids and always enjoyed all the time he was able to spend with his nieces and nephews, as they were all special to him and he loved them all dearly.

Mel is preceded in death by his wife, Virginia, Parents, Albert and Abbie Plouzek, brother, Marion Plouzek, sister, Delores Broz and nephew, Rodger Plouzek.

He is survived by his stepsons, James Dedmon, Robert Allen and John (Elga) Allen, niece, Judy (Bob) Riepl, nephew, David (Cindy) Plouzek, four grandchildren and seven great grandchildren.

A Celebration of Life will be held on Saturday, December 10, 2022 at 11:00 A.M. at Kuncl Funeral Home in Crete.

Memorials can be directed to the Hallam Fire Department.

Arrangements entrusted to Kuncl Funeral Home in Crete.