Melvin E. Nevergall, age 81 of Lima, passed away Sunday, Mar. 7, 2021, at 2:34 a.m., at his residence.

Melvin was born Apr. 4, 1939 in Sidney, OH, to Dorsey and LaDonna (Tiemeyer) Nevergall who preceded him in death. On Sept. 26, 1998, he married Peg (Pifher) Nevergall who survives.

Also surviving are his sons: M. Brent (Luly) Nevergall of Chicago, Brian E. (Anne) Nevergall of Columbus; Peg’s children: Chad Thom of Tiffin, Beth (Barry) Hammer of Lancaster and Sarah (Chad) Woessner of Tiffin; six grandchildren; and a sister, Kathy Van Wagner of Zephyr Hills, FL.

Mel was a previous co-owner of Tamarac Golf Course, then owned Lima Sporting Goods, and was a retired salesman for Gray’s Cappie Sportswear. He was a member of South Side Christian Church, a life member of B.P.O.E. Lodge #54, a former member Moose Lodge #199, a member of F.O.E. Aerie #370, Bluffton and Sugar Creek Golf Clubs.

Visitation will be from 5-7 p.m., on Wednesday, Mar. 10, 2021 at the Shawnee Chapel of Chiles-Laman Funeral & Cremation Services. His funeral service will begin 11:00 a.m., on Thursday, Mar. 11, 2021 at South Side Christian Church, with Rev. Todd Cosart officiating. Burial will be in Memorial Park Cemetery.

Memorial contributions may be made to Allen County Junior Golf.

Facial coverings will be required for attending visitation and the service. Social distancing will be observed also.

Condolences may be expressed to the family at www.chiles-lamanfh.com.