Melvin Einar Soderholm (Sod) born January 19, 1939 passed away suddenly on May 19, 2025.
Mel is survived by his loving wife of 60 years Lynda, children Janet (Doug), Kelly (Christina) and Patrick. Grandchildren Joseph and Nicholas, Ashley, Nathan and Dane. His sister Frances (George) and his very best friend Al Saari who was really a brother to him, as well as nieces and nephews. Mel was predeceased by his infant daughter Lorraine and parents Bertha and Uuno
A memorial service will be held on Friday, June 6, 2025 at 11:30am at the Maple Ridge Funeral Chapel
11969 – 216 Street Maple Ridge, BC 604-463-8121
For those that wish to join in virtually, please click: Melvin Soderholm Service
May 30th, 2025
First time we met young couple Sod & Lynda year 1974. They're very busy with family and work. But we had very good time with them. After that we have been there with them many times and always it has been fun and we have seen lots of different places. One's we got them to Finland. It was great to show them Finland south to north hearing Radio Mafia and Sod was wondering how many Keskusta named town we have here. (Keskusta=Centre) After that it has been our joke to him. We have had so many good memories with Sod and Lynda. Our deepest condolences Lynda, Janet, Kelly, Nick and Joseph.
May 25th, 2025
Dear Linda, Janet, Kelly and Pat: I am sending you all big love over these difficult days. I have very fond memories of Mel - especially when Julio and I came west for the first time and he took such pride in showing us his gorgeous land and sharing his carvings. Lots of love from Wendy and family
May 21st, 2025
What an amazing person and what a remarkable life. Please accept our deepest condolences on Mel’s passing.
May 21st, 2025
So sorry we can’t be with you but we are thinking of all of you every day. Even though we don’t see each other often, we have a lifetime of history. Love to all.
May 21st, 2025
Our heartfelt condolences go out to all of you. Lynda, Janet, Kelly, Joe and Nick take comfort in the sweet memories of Mel you will carry with you always
May 20th, 2025
Such a true gentleman who extended special kindness when we had a chance
to visit. Kathy and I send warmest thoughts to each of you. Our prayers
will recall memories and smiles involving all of you.....Pat
May 20th, 2025
Deepest condolences to Lynda Janet Doug, Nick and all family.
We are long time friends of Janet and Doug and have heard many great stories of Mel’s life. He was a very talented man and great sense of humor!
May he rest in peace
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