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Melinda Mariotti Obituary

Melinda S. Mariotti, 76, of Rochester, Minesota died peacefully early Morning on May 10th, 2025, at Rochester East Care Facility. Melinda was born in Oelwein, Iowa on August 26, 1948, the daughter of Melvin and Ardith Graf. She graduated from Oelwein High School. She was united in marriage to Robert G. Mariotti on July 18, 1981. They lived in Rochester and Melinda owned Hillcrest Accounting and Tax Service in Rochester until retirement. She was a lifelong member of First Presbyterian Church, 512 Third Street Southwest, Rochester. She enjoyed gardening, camping, fishing and good humor. Melinda is survived by brother Rick (Becky) of Iowa City, Iowa; stepson Robert R. (Sandy) Mariotti, stepdaughter Mona, numerous step-grandchildren, nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her husband, Robert G.; her parents; and brother Randy (2024). A funeral service will be held at 11:00 a.m. Friday, May 16, 2025, at First Presbyterian Church in Rochester, with a visitation one hour prior to the service. The family would like to express a huge thank you to Zandra Kessler and Roger Graf for their devoted care of Melinda the last few years. Memorials may be directed to Paws and Claws Humane Society of Rochester and First Presbyterian Church. Online condolences are welcome at www.mackenfuneralhome.com.

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Published by KIMT on May 12, 2025.

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10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.

First Presbyterian Church

512 Third Street Southwest, Rochester, MN

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16

Funeral service

11:00 a.m.

First Presbyterian Church

512 Third Street Southwest, Rochester, MN

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