Melvin Charles Harris

It is with great sadness to inform you of the recent passing of Melvin Charles Harris during the early evening of Christmas 2024. Born on April 20, 1956, in Cochabamba Bolivia. Mel returned to the States in a few short years when his father Colonel Fred Harris, Veterinarian Surgeon, stationed at Fort Hood Texas and finally at Fort Wainwright in Alaska for the final and last move with the US Army.

The family retired from the Army in Santa Ynez Valley where Mel graduated from Santa Ynez Valley where Mel graduated from Santa Ynez High School and stayed in the Valley through his life namely Buellton.

His passion was art and is natural ability can be seen throughout the Valley. Many of Mel’s signs and logos are painted on countless businesses eqt, trucks, trailers and race cars.

Mel would sure leave you with a smile. Such a great man will be missed by all-thank you Mel. You’re definitely a gem!

Rest In Peace.

Join us for a Celebration of life on February 1, 2025 at the Mendenhall Museum 2pm 24 Zaca St. Buellton CA.