" Arial"of Waterford, died January 22, 2015 at 65 years of age. Beloved father of John L. Melson, Lisa Thomann and Katrina Melson; loving son of Agnes and the late Joe Melson;Dearest brother of Linda (Mark) and the late Bonnie. Also survived by several grandchildren and nieces and nephews. J.D. was a Mechanical Installer for many years. He enjoyed riding his Harley Davidson, playing his guitar, throwing horse shoes or having a beer with his friends.