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MICHAEL MORELLI Obituary

MORELLI, Michael F. Passed away on Wednesday, February 28, 2024 peacefully, at home, surrounded by his family. Born and raised in Malden, Massachusetts, Mike was the son of the late Frank and Roccina (Viola) Morelli. Beloved husband of Shirley Morelli. Devoted father of Michael Morelli, Jr. and his wife Gina of Buffalo, NY, David Morelli of Marblehead, and Nancy and Jeffrey DiTullio of Lynnfield. Grandfather of Gretchen and Hanna Morelli, Dayle Roper (DiTullio) and her husband Alex and Rachel DiTullio. Brother of the late Frank Morelli and Josephine Cherone. He is survived by his brother, Dr. Richard Morelli, of Florida. He is also survived by many cousins, nieces and nephews, and an abundance of close friends. Family and friends are invited to gather to share memories with the family on Thursday, March 7, 2024, at the Gately Funeral Home, 79 W. Foster St., MELROSE, from 4:00PM to 7:00PM. A Mass at Saint Patrick's Church, in Stoneham, 10:00AM Friday, March 8, 2024. Interment to follow at Wyoming Cemetery, in Melrose. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Disabled American Veterans, 88 Willow St., Malden, MA 02148. For the obituary & directions, please visit gatelyfh.com

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Published by Boston Globe from Mar. 1 to Mar. 3, 2024.

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Dick George 101st Airborne Division

March 3, 2024

Requiescat in pace amica meus! Ave at que vale!

Andrea Taffe

March 2, 2024

Such a good man. He was a fine member of Bellevue Golf Club and contributed his energy and smiling presence. He will be missed.

James Considine, Charlestown

March 2, 2024

Thank you for your service to our country. May you rest in peace.

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Gately Funeral Home - Melrose

79 West Foster Street, Melrose, MA 02176

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Saint Patrick's Church

Stoneham , MA

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