Carmelo Prieto
1938 - 2019
Carmelo Prieto
1938 - 2019
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BORN
1938
DIED
2019
Carmelo Prieto Obituary
September 21, 1938 - June 9, 2019
Wallkill, NY
Carmelo Prieto, 80 of Wallkill, NY entered into eternal rest on Sunday, June 9, 2019. Carmelo is the son of the late Marcelino and Panchita (Concepcion) Prieto. He was born September 21, 1938 in Catano, Puerto Rico.
Carmelo was proud to serve our nation as a member of the United States Army. Following his service, he became an entrepreneur in the textile industry. After 13 years, he began working as a NYS Corrections Officer at the Wallkill Correctional facility until his retirement.
He was a loving father and grandfather who enjoyed spending time with his family. He was an avid Yankees fan who loved music, salsa dancing, boxing and old westerns. Dad will be most remembered as a kind, generous and gentle father who cared deeply for his family; we will miss him dearly.
Carmelo is survived by his ex-wife, Carmen Prieto; daughters, Deborah Mack and husband, Gerald of Wallkill, NY and Denise Rios and her fiancé, John Quiles of Wallkill, NY; grandchildren, Angel (Danny) Rios, Meghan Mack, Connor Mack, Julia Misiano and Shane Mack.
Besides his parents, Carmelo is predeceased by his sisters, Julie Ventura and Connie Maldonado.
In keeping with the wishes of Carmelo, no public funeral service will be held. The family cordially invites all those to join them in a celebration of life in honor of his memory on Sunday, July 7 at 11 a.m. at the Wallkill Correctional Facility Clubhouse 200 Birch Rd. Wallkill, NY 12589.
To send a personal condolence please visit www.brooksfh.com or call (845) 561-8300.
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Bangie
June 7, 2023
Hi Melo, Just can't believe this time has gone so quickly! We all miss you- most especially your beautiful girls and their own families. I celebrate that you are at peace today together with so many of our family there in Heaven to welcome you in Love. Keep your love of music and salsa going with Jennie and Mary Lou--sure you got lots to talk about! Till we all are together again eternally.. Love you, Cuz Bangie
Evangeline (Bangie) Quintana
June 7, 2021
My cousin Carmelo was my Prom partner, Salsa partner. He walked me down the Aisle. He was my Mom's favorite nephew, and dearly loved by all his family, children and grandchildren. Now our beautiful, sweet Mary Lou has joined you among our other Angels in Heaven. You are all in our Hearts and Prayers, Carmelo. Sleep in Power.
Myra Quiles
June 18, 2019
Papa it was always a pleasure being in ur company. Ur soft spoken voice and gentleman ways and subtle smile will always be cherished. I pray gods comfort upon ur family during this trying time, for you were dearly loved by them all. RIP my FRIEND. Til we meet again
Carmen Salgado
June 16, 2019
There is always a person in the family even though was not related by blood, is always there in support. Carmelo will be truly missed with your quiet smile. I cherish the memories. We send our love and support to Alicia, and his daughters he was so proud of Debbie and Denise.
All our love Carmen Salgado and family.
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Bangie Quintana
June 15, 2019
Denise and Debbie,
My sincere and heartfelt sympathies to you and family. Carmelo was always loved by us, and we regret that we didn't keep in touch more often. Carmelo is our third loss this year..so his passing is more deeply felt. We shall miss his shy and mellow ways. He was always Mami's favorite nephew, and he loved his Titi Fela. We will miss our sweet cousin, always. Our prayers go out to you all. May He Sleep in Peace.
Rafaela Prieto
June 14, 2019
May you Rest In Peace in God's embrace , my Dear Brother .
Leslie & Joe Callahan
June 14, 2019
Denise & Debbie: I am so sorry to hear about your Dad passing. He was so loved by you guys & he adored you! Our prayers are with you! ❤❤❤
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