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1939
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2023
Joseph Melanson Obituary
January 17, 1939 - March 15, 2023
Joseph "Joe" Francis Xavier Melanson of San Francisco, CA, passed away on March 15, 2023, from cancer. Joe was born on January 17, 1939, to Victor Herbert and Charlotte Amelia Melanson in Rochester, NY. After graduating from St. John Fisher College with a degree in accounting, he moved to San Francisco, CA in 1968 and worked at Blum's where he met the love of his life, Evelyn Ann Dillard. They were married in Reno, NV on June 7, 1969.
Joe is predeceased by his mother and father, sister, Mary Margaret Angelidis, and brother, John Charles Melanson. Joe's wife also joined him 13 days after his death. He leaves behind a daughter, Denise Anne Melanson-Fernandez, son in law, Xavier John Melanson-Fernandez, and sister, Barbara Ann Rhoda.
Joe and Evelyn treasured their relationship and sacramental commitment and drew on their experiences to share with engaged couples through their volunteer work with Catholic Engaged Encounter. They were long-time parishioners of St. Brigid's Church and later of St. Vincent de Paul Church and loved the community and friends they made there. They were also lifelong San Francisco Giants fans and season ticket holders, enjoying their time together rooting for their team.
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Leona and David Byrne
April 18, 2023
Our condolences and love.
Joe and Evelyn were an exemplary couple. They were always pleasant and had giving hearts. They will be missed.
Aundrea
April 5, 2023
Thinking of you. My heart goes out to you for the loss of your parents and I hope your happy memories help you through the difficult moments.
RPG
April 4, 2023
I am so sorry for your loss. May there be comfort in knowing they were only apart for a short time. Our thoughts are with you and your family.
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