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Kristi Kanellos
May 26, 2024
I am Kristi. John was my father too though he never acknowledged this. I am
Now old - almost 67. When I pray I remember not only family I know but those I don´t. I sure wish they felt like reaching out to me too.
Ruth
May 27, 2021
To the family of Johnny Cupcakes please accept my sincere condolences for your loss. This might sound strange but I worked at Pearl’s check cashing when I was a teenager back in the 70’s and Johnny Cupcakes would come in weekly I believe with his beautiful little girl. He was such a charismatic and personable man! When he would come into the store he was always so respectful and friendly to everyone and basically would light up the store with his presence. I just came across his obituary and wanted to send my sympathy. May he rest peacefully until you meet again.
Rosario & Jean Melilli
June 12, 2014
Prayers and peace for the family of John Melilli. Love and hugs, Rosario and Jean Melilli, Stockbridge, GA
dee from Pearls
June 7, 2014
C U in chruch that's how you always said goodbye I'll miss you dearly
DEE
June 7, 2014
A million time we'ii miss You A million times we'll cry! If love alone could have saved you ,you would have never died.
Bob & Hazel Levy
June 7, 2014
Dear Nancie,Ricki,Janine & Family Members,
Our hearts are heavy over the loss of Johnny. He was quite a man, loved and respected by all who knew him. His grandchildren adored their Pop pop and he will be missed so much but never ever forgotten.
Jennifer Crimi-McLeod
June 6, 2014
Rest in peace . You're in good company. Xoxo
June 6, 2014
From Richie or dick he called me thanks for everything you did for me and my wife you and Nancy I'll never forget you
Patti Carmel
June 5, 2014
No light can shine as bright as you did ..you lit up the world !!! The best man I've ever known . You will be sadly missed but never forgotten !!!
Patti McCormick
June 5, 2014
Uncle Johnny was probably the most generous person I have ever met. He was always willing to help anyone in need. With his giant, happy personality, he lit up every place he walked into. He will always be in our hearts and the memories will make us smile! There are no "goodbyes", only "see ya laters". Our love to all the family.

Mom & Uncle Johnny in Cancun
Rosemarie Ragone
June 5, 2014
Uncle Johnny, you are loved more than you ever knew. You were always there for us when we needed you. I wish we were there more for you. My heart is very heavy and sad. I will miss you greatly. My heartfelt sympathy to all. Love, Ro
Little Rickie
June 5, 2014
Never were you without a smile. You were loved by many and will continue to be loved.
Chris Knysh
June 5, 2014
My condolences to the Melilli family. Cups was a great guy. I remember back in the 80s when I was working for USA Today as a circulation supervisor and my car broke down. I went in to tell my bosses Joe Mancuso and Dick Raucci that I would have to quit because I had no car. Joe went outside and came back with this stranger who handed me a set of keys and said "Here you go kid, you can use my car until yours is fixed". I was able to keep my job and his kindness was FOREVER etched in my heart! Peace be with you Cups! With love and respect, Chris Knysh
Marie Antoinette D'Amore
June 5, 2014
To all the family...I am so sorry for your loss. Remember that he will always be in your hearts and minds, and those precious memories will put a smile on your face.
God Bless you all.
Bud and Patti McCormick
June 5, 2014
We are sorry for your loss. Uncle Johnny was such a great person. He will live in our memories forever. Sending prayers to you and your family. May he rest in peace.

When you say the word: Humble, Uncle Johnny's photo would apear.
Bud McCormick
June 5, 2014
Connie McIlwain
June 5, 2014
When I think of Uncle Johnny I see his big happy smile and remember his wonderful upbeat personality. He lit up every room into which he walked. No one was more gracious or more generous than he was! Mostly I'll remember Uncle Johnny for how he loved his family... and that love lives on.
Donna & George Nance
June 5, 2014
Cups, you will be missed as you had such a great heart!
To Nancy and family, may your memories bring you comfort at this difficult time.
Robert smith
June 5, 2014
Cups ! You a great man ! And will be missed by many, .wow can't believe I'm writing this it was just late Saturday I seen you!! , they say when god needs an angels they only take the best I know you're up here with all your loyal friends! cups ever time the sun shines I will think of u (inside joke ) love u my friend ! Byw. (E..A.G.L.E.S) YOUR favorite team Lol rest in peace my friend
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