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Senator John Melcher passed away in Missoula on Thursday, April 12, 2018, at the age of 93. Senator Melcher was a Forsyth veterinarian when he ran for the U.S. Senate. He took over Mike Mansfield's seat after Mansfield retired. Melcher served in the Senate from January 3, 1977 to January 3, 1989.
Melcher was in the U.S. Army during the WWII Invasion of Normandy. He was the recipient of the Bronze Star, Purple Heart, and Combat Infantry Badge.
Melcher was in the U.S. Army during the WWII Invasion of Normandy. He was the recipient of the Bronze Star, Purple Heart, and Combat Infantry Badge.