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Melvyn Pell Obituary
Wilmington - Age 78, passed away Saturday, October 24, 2020.
Born July 11, 1942 in Bronx, NY, he was the son of the late Louis and Sylvia (nee Rosenberg) Pell. Mel received in PhD at the City College of New York and his MBA at Duquesne University. He worked for Conoco then DuPont where he retired at 58. Mel held a number of patents and engaged in many professional writings including the book, Gas Fluidization, which he authored.
He was a kind, sweet, and gentle man who never had a cross thing to say about anyone.
Mel is survived by his wife of 53 years, Ellen; sons, Craig and Aaron; sister, Phyllis Hall; nieces, Sue Corsan (Greg) and Amy Buser (Mark); and nephew, Andy Ritter (Arlene).
Graveside services will be 1:00 pm, Tuesday, October 27, 2020 at the Jewish Community Cemetery, 401 Foulk Road, Wilmington, DE 19803. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests contributions to The Michael J. Fox Foundation for Parkinson's Research, P. O. Box 5014, Hagerstown, MD 21741.
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Alan Muller
December 4, 2022
So sorry to read of Mel's passing. He was a great guy as well as a very technically capable one.
Steve Breske
October 19, 2021
Thinking of Mel and Ellen on this beautiful fall day.
Richard Heiss
October 19, 2021
Mel was a wonderful man who had a wit about him. I loved to hear all of the wonderful travel adventures that these two have taken. What great memories of life well lived Sincerely
Pat Short
November 9, 2020
Ellen, I was so sorry to hear about Mel. He was such a lovely man. I always enjoyed his attendance in classes and the entertaining methods he used to bypass the harder postures in our martial arts form. (Have to admit that I copied him a few times --- Jack never caught on.) You and your family are in my thoughts.
Jackie
October 28, 2020
I met Mel when I first joined the Wilmington Ski Club. He was such a nice man.
Phyllis Railson
October 28, 2020
He was kind to everyone, gave great hugs and participated in an amazing number of activities. Mel had great curiosity about everyone and every thing always gaining a broader understanding of the world and people around him. Ellen, you and Mel traveled a long and varied journey together.
Gil Martin
October 27, 2020
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Betsy Whipple
October 27, 2020
Ellen, I am sorry such sadness has touched your heart.
Kenneth E. Mersman
October 26, 2020
Worked with Mell during my time in the DuPont Engineering Dept. Always very helpful to me. We are diminished by his passing.
Steve Breske
October 26, 2020
I have many fond memories of working with Mel at DuPont. Despite world-class knowledge in his subject area, he was a very humble and approachable man, and possessed a lust for life as well as a great sense of humor. My sincerest condolences to his family.
Richard Heiss and Charlene Gaynor
October 26, 2020
Charlene and I are so terribly for your loss. Your unwavering support and love for Mel has been a real inspiration for all to see.
Lois Tanzilli
October 26, 2020
Ellen, So very sorry to hear of the passing of your husband. Being married so long and losing your mate is so difficult. Thinking of you and your family during this sad time.
Judy Magee
October 26, 2020
Ellen,
I am so sorry to hear about Mel. From the few times that I met Mel, I was impressed by how strapping, lively and energetic he was. Know that I am thinking of you. Love, Judy
Bernie & Lynda Freimark
October 26, 2020
Grief can be so hard, but our special memories help us cope. Remembering you and your loved one today and always.
Cindy Huffman
October 26, 2020
Ellen and family, I am so sorry to these of Mel’s passing. I know your loss is great because your love was great. May his memory be a blessing.
Barb Rosen
October 26, 2020
May his memory forever be a blessing.
Carol Corsan
October 25, 2020
Ellen and family, so sorry to hear about Mel.Such a lovely man. Was always happy to see him at family events.May his memories be for a blessing.
Carol Corsan
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