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Daniel Mele Obituary
AGE: 64 • Hockessin
March 3, 1950 - April 9, 2014
Passed away on Wednesday, April 9, 2014 at Christiana Hospital.
Born in Wilmington, Daniel was the son of the late Michael and Josephine (Ceci) Mele and graduated from St. Elizabeth High School. He owned and operated Elisabetta Properties and City Lights Realty. He was very proud of Wawaset Park Apartments and the restoration of the building. An avid sports enthusiast, he enjoyed "consulting" with his buddies about games. He treasured his cars, especially his 1961 Lincoln Continental and 1966 Ford Fairlane. He enjoyed his rides around SouthPoint on his Harley. His children, however, were his greatest joy and he loved spending time with his family in Ocean City, MD and hanging in the Green Turtle.
Daniel was a loving father, a good friend and a generous person with a big heart. He will be missed by his children, Michael, William, Gina and Dominic; his former spouse and friend of 28 years, Linda Mele; his brothers, Michael and Raymond Mele; his sister, Joanne Glanden (George); nieces Angela L. Garrett and Kelly A. Pantuliano.; and a host of other nieces and nephews.
Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Tuesday, April 15th at 10 AM at St. Anthony of Padua Church, 9th and DuPont Streets, Wilmington. Friends and family are invited to visitation on Monday evening between 6 and 8 PM at Mealey Funeral Home, 2509 Limestone Road, Wilmington. Interment will follow the Mass at St. Patrick's Cemetery in Ashland.
In lieu of flowers, the family suggests contributions to St. Jude's Children's Research Hospital, PO Box 1000 Dept. 142, Memphis, TN 38101-9908. MealeyFuneralHomes.com (302) 652-5913
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Bob Klein
April 15, 2014
Dan and I grew up together. He lived 3 doors up from me on South Broom ST. We shared a love for fast cars!! He had a real fast 1967 Mercury Comet and I had a 1969 Roadrunner.We had a lotta fun messin with those cars!!! My condolences to you....Joanne..Michael and Raymond!!! Danny was the best!!!!
Michael Rocco
April 14, 2014
We had some great times together and you were very generous and every time I watch a sporting event I will always remember you. Linda and the children stay strong he was GOOD man!
jim swann
April 13, 2014
hi there, sure will miss the guy
April 12, 2014
Dan was a kind, caring man and a good friend. We will miss him. Please accept our condolences. Sincerely, John and Pat Knotts
April 12, 2014
DAN was my husband Frankie' s best buddy,they had many great times together at the beach ,at the turtle ,Bj' s ,and other fun watering holes. The both enjoyed there LOVE of cars. Frank met Dan 20 years ago when Frank was in the cars business and that's when their wonderful friendship began.DAN was a Great friend ,loving ,kind,generous beyond the stars and we loved him like a brother. We will truly miss all the great times we shared together.There will always be a void in our hearts and Frank will miss his great times with his best buddy...Linda there we be a special place in Heaven for you for being a devoted loving wife,and wonderful women and mother.Our hearts go out to you and the kids. God Bless and my He give you strength through these difficult time....Love to all Cindy and Frank
Robert Sparrow
April 12, 2014
Dan was a true friend and will be missed by all who knew him.
sherri breece
April 12, 2014
my thoughts and prayers go out to daniels family I know Daniel thru his brother Raymond so sorry for your loss
Rick Paolino
April 11, 2014
He was my buddy,my pal.But most of all my friend.A nicer man you could never meet.Linda you have your own place in Heaven for all that you did.My prayers are with you and the kids.
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