Melvin W. Freeze, Jr., 73, formerly of Rochester, PA died Monday at Schuylkill Medical Center- South Jackson.

Born September 25, 1941 in Grafton, WV, he was the son of the late Melvin Sr. and Susan Freeze.

He is survived by his wife Jeannetta (Maley) Freeze, sons William husband of Kimberly and Wayne husband of Angela Freeze, grandchildren, brothers, and sisters.

Funeral services will be private and at the convenience of the family. Schlitzer Allen Pugh Funeral Home 515 West Market Street Pottsville PA has been entrusted with the arrangements.