Melvin Painter
1930 — 2023
Melvin Jay Painter, 92, passed away Monday, March 27, 2023, at Eastern Idaho Regional Medical Center in Idaho Falls, Idaho surrounded by his loved ones. Melvin was born June 23, 1930, in Provo, Utah, the son of Jay Edward and Lucille Romney Painter. Melvin spent his childhood in Provo and Bloomington Utah; Salmon, Blackfoot, and Idaho Falls Idaho. Melvin graduated from Idaho Falls High School, May 11, 1948, where he enjoyed swimming and long-distance running. After high school, he continued his education at Idaho State University. There, he earned his Bachelor of Science degree in Chemistry. After college, he was drafted into the US Army and served during the Korean Conflict. He was...