Melvin Pankuch

Melvin Pankuch, 75, of New Holland, died Monday, June 8, 2015 at his home. His wife of 53 years, Ruth (Glancy) Pankuch, survives.

Born in Yonkers, NY, he was the son of the late John and Helen (Homa) Panko.

Mel served during peacetime with the Marine Corps. Locally, he enjoyed 29 years as part of the New Holland Kiwanis Club and was a member of St. Stephen Reformed Church.

He had a long career in banking, last serving as CEO of the former Blue Ball National Bank.

In addition to his wife, he is survived by three children: Tim married to Stacy Pankuch, West Grove, Ann married to Mike Campbell, Oxford, and Jennifer married to Ken Brock, North Wales; two grandchildren: Joshua and Alyse Campbell; his twin sister Dorothy Wilson, Lake Forest, IL and another sister, Janice Perillo, Mahopac, NY.

His services will be private at the convenience of the family. Kindly omit flowers. If desired, memorials may be sent to the Steeple Fund of St. Stephen Reformed Church, 249 E. Main St., New Holland, PA 17557. The Beck Funeral Home, New Holland is in charge of arrangements. Online condolences may be posted at www.beckfuneral.com.