Melvin Zaun was born February 6, 1930, at Valley City to John and Olive Dahl Zaun. He married Florence Lange, the daughter of George and Josephine Phlyssin Lange. Florence was born at Max on July 3, 1930.
The family came to Carrington from Valley City in 1966. Mr. Zaun is the manager of the Farmers Union Oil Company.
They have six children: Terri, Vicki, Jean, Steven, Gayle and James.
The Zaun's are very active in the Catholic Church and the community.
Source: A History of Foster County 1983 Page 44B