MELENDREZ, Robert Thomas
Robert Thomas Melendrez, a
much-loved husband, father, son and brother, Robert Thomas Melendrez, 31, of Covina, CA. passed away peacefully at home on March 25, 2013 with his family present. He had bravely confronted and fought cancer. He was born November 5, 1981 in San Dimas, and resided in Long Beach, for the past 5 years, having moved from Covina in 2008 to accept a position as a Chemical Engineer at Clean Harbor Environmental Services. He graduated from Northview High School in 1999 and received a Bachelor of Science from Cal State Fullerton in 2004, and was a proud member of the Lambda Chi Alpha Fraternity.
Robert enjoyed spending time with his wife and family, but especially with his son. He loved brewing his own beer and visiting breweries with his wife. He was an avid Dodger fan and loved attending games. His smile was contagious and lit up every room he walked into. Robert will be deeply missed and lovingly remembered forever by his many friends and family.
Robert is survived by his wife of 3 years, Melanie (Taylor) Melendrez and son Dominick, parents Thomas & Angelica (Bobbie) Melendrez of Covina, sisters Frances & husband (Joseph) Mooers of Covina, Deana & husband (Jamie) McCollum of Claremont, nieces Taylor & Madison Mooers, Mia & Olivia McCollum, nephews Kennedy Mooers & Christian McCollum, great-grandmother Josephine Melendrez, God-mother Bertha Stock, mother-in-law Regina Taylor, brother-in-law Jeremy & wife (Kristie) Taylor along with many loving aunts, uncles and cousins. He was preceded in death by his grandfather, Julio Melendrez and grandparents Frank and Josephine Meraz.
A Rosary and viewing will be held at Oakdale Memorial Park in Glendora from 5:30 PM to 8:00 PM on Thursday, March 28, 2013. Services will be held at Sacred Heart Church in Covina at 9:30 AM on Friday, March 29, 2013. Interment will be at Oakdale Memorial Park on Friday, with a celebration of life immediately following at his parents' home in Covina.
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My condolences to the entire family; Robert was a great person with an awesome personality.
Starla
June 11, 2013
I wish I had know earlier about Robert's passing. I would like to say Robert was an outstanding person of high quality. It was always a joy to interact with him here at is Alma mata California State University Fullerton. The mascot of CSUF is a Titan, and Robert was a Titan in every aspect of his life. He has impacted so many by his kindness and out going personality. We will miss him dearly.
Curtis P. Plotkin
Direct (interim)
Environmental Health & Safety
California State University Fullerton
May 3, 2013
To the Melendrez Family,
I am deeply sorry for your loss this is a very difficult time. But the love of others and especially from our God we can endure 1 John 4:8 says that “God is love”, so he will carry us in this difficult time.
Vee Lin
April 18, 2013
rest in peace robert
lisa avilkez
April 10, 2013
You will be greatly missed
Blackburn Family
March 30, 2013
To the Melendrez family,
I am very sorry to hear about your terrible loss. I know he was a good man and will be missed dearly. I only pray that you will be comforted by all your beautiful memories of him.
Reanne Sanchez
March 30, 2013
My thoughts and prayers are with Melanie, Dominick, and Robert's many family & friends. Rest in peace Robert. a <3
Sabrina Schroeter
March 29, 2013
RIP Robert...Our hearts go out to all of you. May God give you strength to get through this very difficult time. Much love, Sylvia & Lorenzo Avila
Sylvia Avila
March 29, 2013
Lord lift them up and carry them until they gain their strength back to walk again. You're forever in my thoughts and prayers.
Di
March 29, 2013
May you rest in peace Robert. Thank you for being such an awesome husband to my cousin. Emily
Emily Etue
March 29, 2013
To the Melendrez Family, we are so sorry for the loss of your son, father and husband. I only met Robert once at Melanies birthday but it was so easy to see what a wonderful person he was. I know he will me missed terribly.
Carla Harvey
March 29, 2013
May this burning candle represent an ongoing love for a wonderful Man who was loved by so many. Robert will be missed deeply by eveyone who's life he touched.
March 29, 2013
My Prayers and thoughts go out to the entire family. May GOD give you all the strength to get through this most difficult time.
March 29, 2013
You will be remembered as the most LOVING nephew...your smile will shine bright with us forever....We wish we had more time with you ..but so GLAD you were a part of our family...Thank you for all your support.....We will be there for your family too!
LOVE Aunt Barb & Uncle Rock
Barbara Stoakes
March 29, 2013
To the Melendrez family, may the Lord give you strength during this difficult time. God bless you. Robert was a great employee and friend and will be missed.
Joe Christopher
March 29, 2013
Melanie & Dominick, we are so sorry for your loss of a great husband & father-may God watch over both of you and give you strength during this difficult time-our thoughts and prayers are with you. love you, deann,rudy, gregory and danielle svorinich (holy trinity)
March 28, 2013
Dear Tom & Bobbie
May your faith sustain you through this terrible time.God bless you & your family.So very sorry for your loss.
Corinne Delgado Lewis
March 28, 2013
Our deepest condolences to the Melendrez family on the loss of Robert. Our prayers and love are with you during this difficult time.
Jeff and Violet Lewis
March 28, 2013
Melanie, we are keeping you, Dominick and all of the Melendrez family in our prayers. May God provide the comfort and strength to get you through this difficult time. We love you.
Brooke Lane
March 28, 2013
Robert, Forever I will remember you- having our babies around the same time - tired from the late nights and busy from our hard working days at Clean Harbors! You were such a Great Soul. My heart goes out to you Melanie and Dominick- you sacrificed so we could have an Angel over all of us. Much Love and Peace to you and your family.
Noelle & Kip McBride
March 28, 2013
Melanie, may God watch over you and hold your hand during this terribly difficult time. Know you are being kept in our prayers, and we pray for your heart to be healed.
Love, John, Jackie, Christina & Nicholas DeLuca
March 28, 2013
It was honor and a pleasure to know and work with Robert. He was a great friend, father and husband. He will be deeply missed and remembered fondly by all who knew him.
We loved to go out with Robert and Melanie for sushi after work. He was a mentor to us on being a new parent. We will deeply miss him and know he is in a better place. Rest in peace my dear friend.
Jenn & Jorge Moreno
March 28, 2013
You will truly be Missed here in Wilmington, CA (CHES). Your a great man and your family and friends will miss you so much. MayGod be with Melanie and Dominick and give strength in the time of need. Love Samonia Parker (wilmington, ca)
samonia parker
March 28, 2013
Melanie & Dominick, Our hearts ache for you...may the Lord comfort you during this difficult time. xoxoxo Patty, Elise and Caitlin Skorin (Holy Trinity School)
Patty, Elise & Caitiln Skorin
March 28, 2013
I am sorry for our lost you will be truly missed..... from Lee Taylor and family
Lee Taylor
March 28, 2013
Mary Pintarelli
March 28, 2013
Robert, you are loved by many and will be deeply missed. You were such an amazing person with a beautiful family who are now blessed with an Angel!
Mary Pintarelli
March 28, 2013
A great person and friend to have known. Such a kind heart, you will be missed deeply.
Rosemary Flores
March 27, 2013
My sweet nerdy friend, I've never met a cooler or sweeter kid! I loved nerding out with you! The world lost a great man when you left. You will be greatly missed. Your bravery and courage are just a testament to how strong you were. Rest in peace Robert.
Anna Cochran
March 27, 2013
You will be missed Robert! You were a wonderful man and had such a wonderful family. May you Rest in Peace my friend.
David & Erin Torres
March 27, 2013
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