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Janice Mele Obituary
69, of Johnston, Johnston School Committee Chairwoman passed away peacefully on Tuesday April 16, 2019. She was the beloved wife of the late John "Jay" Mele, who took half her heart with him when he passed.
Born in Providence she was the daughter of the late Vincent Acciardo and Gladys (Ferrante) Rossi. Janice was the librarian at St. Thomas School in Providence for many years before retiring.
She was the devoted mother of Alicia A. Mele – Bendza and her husband Irek and Amanda A. Mele; and her pride and joy her loving grandchildren Olyvia, Landon and Ella Jay.
She was the dear sister in-law of Robert and Donna Mele, Joseph and Kathy Mele and Dante Mele.
Relatives and friends are invited to attend her Mass of Christian Burial on Wednesday April 24, 2019 at 10 a.m. in St. Thomas Church 65 Fruit Hill Ave. Providence. Burial will follow in St. Ann Cemetery, Cranston.
Visiting hours are Tuesday April 23, 2019 from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. in the NARDOLILLO FUNERAL HOME & Crematory 1278 Park Ave. Cranston.
In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to the:
Janice D. Mele Scholarship Fund C/O Johnston School Department 10 Memorial Ave. Johnston, RI 02919.
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Linda Brophy Williams
April 24, 2019
To Janice's family, sending my deepest condolences to all of you. Janice was an asset to St. Thomas School. RIP Janice. Prayers and hugs
Linda Fraioli Tom Fraioli Jr
April 24, 2019
Irek and family we are so sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you in this time of need.Linda FraioliTom Fraioli Jr.
Dina Heroux
April 23, 2019
I am so sorry for your loss. Janice was such a wonderful and caring woman. She was always there for us whenever we needed her and treated all of us in the neighborhood as her own children and grandchildren. Heaven has gained a beautiful angel. Our hearts go out to your family during this difficult time. She will be missed terribly by all that knew her. Our love and prayers go out to you all.
Love,
Dina, David, Cameron and Madison Heroux.
Dale Comella
April 23, 2019
Alicia I cannot tell you how sorry I am to hear of the loss of your momOur prays are with you and your your familyLove chuck and Dale comella
April 22, 2019
Very sorry for the loss you are going through.
May you find comfort in God's love and a measure
of peace in Psalm 119:76.
Lynne Romano
April 21, 2019
To Mrs Mele's Family
May her love and memories surround you, she had a beautiful spirit and St Thomas was fortunate to have her my children have wonderful memeories of time spent with her.
The Romano's
Marsha Cotter
April 21, 2019
Dear Alicia,
Our deepest sympathy to you & your family.
Love,
Auntie Marsha & Uncle Michael
Sharon Moreno
April 20, 2019
Another Beautiful Angel gone to soon. May you Rest In Peace and be with your beloved Jay.
Friends in 1967
Elaine Stabile
April 19, 2019
Elaine Stabile
April 19, 2019
To the family of this wonderful lady
I knew Janice way back in the sixties
We were good pals for a long while. My heart goes out to her children and grandchildren.
It was never a party without Janice.
Sympathy and prayers to all who loved her
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