Melvin E. Serafine, 88, resident of Cottonwood, passed away on Monday, May 7, 2007. He was born December 15, 1918 in St. Louis, Missouri. He leaves behind his son, Tom Serafini with his wife, Diana of Cottonwood; four grandchildren, and 2 great-grandchildren. Private graveside services were held on Thursday, May 10, 2007 at the Valley View Cemetery in Clarkdale. An online guestbook is available at www.westcottfuneralhome.com