Melinda Tarascio LIDKE
1948 - 2016
Melinda Tarascio LIDKE
1948 - 2016
Obituary
Guest Book
BORN
1948
DIED
2016
Melinda LIDKE Obituary
Melinda Tarascio Lidke died peacefully after a short battle with and complications from ovarian cancer on June 5 in West Palm Beach, Florida at the age of 67 surrounded by her loving family. Melinda is survived by her son Michael Lidke and his wife Molly; her sister Angela Quadagno and her husband Larry, her sister Valerie Poris and her husband Cliff, and her brother Samuel (Sandy) Tarascio and his wife Shawna; She was an exceptionally devoted and beloved aunt and is survived by her nieces and nephews Jamie Tallman and her husband Michael Yarbrough, Nikki Tarascio, Anthony Tallman and his wife Jennifer, Marc Quadagno, Gregory Quadagno and his wife Tara, and Joseph Tarascio; and eleven loving and close cousins. She was preceded in death by her husband Edward Lidke, and her parents Yolanda (Loni) Divito Tarascio and Joseph Tarascio, and her beloved grandmother Mildred Deluca Tarascio. Melinda was born on September 1, 1948 in Port Chester, New York. She graduated from Academy of Our Lady of Good Counsel High School in White Plains, New York in 1966, and then attended the prestigious School of Visual Arts in New York, New York. She married her husband Ed in August of 1971 at Corpus Christi Church in Port Chester, New York and the loving couple welcomed Michael into their home in 1973. Ed and Melinda moved to Stuart, Florida where they raised their beautiful family, and founded and ran E&M Motors as partners for 23 years. Melinda was the President of the Automotive Service Association before the couple retired from their business. Melinda was a prolific, tremendously talented and creative artist her whole life. She was passionate about encouraging the artistic process in many others, including her father Joe who became a very talented folk artist in his own right. A memorial gathering is scheduled for Saturday June 11 at 11:00 am to 2:00 pm with services at 12 Noon at Aycock-Riverside Funeral Home at 1112 Military Trail in Jupiter, Florida. Interment will be on Saturday June 18 at 11:00 am at Fernhill Memorial Gardens, 1501 S Kanner Hwy, Stuart, Florida. Donations can be made in Melinda's name to Resource Depot, 2510 Florida Avenue, West Palm Beach, FL 33401, www.resourcedepot.net.
To express condolences and/or make donations: Visit PalmBeachPost.com/obituaries
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
Sandra Di Vito Dionisio
June 11, 2016
Dear Melinda. I will always cherish the times we have spent together since I have been coming down to Florida more and more. You were very special to me and I am so happy that I spent Christmas with you and have the memories to always look back on. I always admired the way you handled yourself.....ready to help, listen, give advice and NEVER judge me or anyone else. You were remarkable!! No matter what was going on in your life you were an inspiration to me. You always had that big smile that I loved and will miss. We would sit down and talk and talk about old times and laugh. I will never forget those times. When I came to visit you in the hospital and rehab I walked in your room and there you were with that beautiful smile welcoming me with open arms. I know we had a special bond and we could always relate to each other which I will miss greatly. Months would go by and we would always pickup where we left off just like we saw each other yesterday. There is so much more I can say but that will stay tucked in my heart until we meet. I will miss you and will always love you. RIP. Michael, my Prayers are with you always✝
Liz Haught
June 11, 2016
My deepest sympathy to Michael and Family. Melinda was a very loving, kind and caring mother, sister, cousin and friend. There wasn't anything she would not do to help you when needed. She gave good advice and would always listen and never judge. Take comfort in knowing that now you have a special guardian angel to watch over all of you. I will always cherish our childhood and adult memories as a family. Melinda I love you and will miss you. RIP my dear cousin. Liz Haught
Much love, the Ashworths
June 10, 2016
Our thoughts, prayers and love are with you all. May God's peace and wonderful memories comfort you at this time.
Nancy Scott
June 10, 2016
Michael, I'm very sorry to read of your Mother's passing. We, at Champion Engines, worked for many years with your parents & had a great friendship & admiration for them both.
My thoughts are with you, Nancy Scott
How you can show support
Send flowers
Consider sending flowers.
Add photos
Share their life with photo memories.
Plant trees
Honor them by planting trees in their memory.
Follow this page
Get email updates whenever changes are made.
Donate in Memory
Make a donation in memory of your loved one.
Share this page
Invite other friends and family to visit the page.
Joelle Harris
June 10, 2016
Melinda was such a great influence in my life. Working side by side with her for all those years at E&M Motors has made me part of who I am today. I will always hold a special place in my heart for her. When I think of her.. I always smile.
Linda Wysocki
June 9, 2016
My condolences to the family of Melinda. Melinda was an awesome talented person and will be missed. Her love of art and the passion she put into whatever she was doing was always appreciated. My thoughts and prayers to all of you and may the good memories bring you peace. Linda Wysocki
Dave Zwalina
June 8, 2016
This was very sad to hear. MeLinda and I have worked together for many years, we shared a passion to make the Auto Repair business a better place to work in. MeLinda had so many talents, too many to list. I will truly miss her. Our prayers and love are with her family. Dave Zwalina
MeLInda Rest in Peace!!!!!
I.T. Solutions of South Florida
June 7, 2016
Mike, Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Those we love don't go away...
They walk beside us everyday.
Unseen, unheard, but always near.
Still loved, missed and very dear...
With heartfelt wishes of peace and love from your other family I.T. Solutions of South Florida Deana, Jason, Daniel, Wes, Sarah, Jeremy, Chris, Kelly, Gavin and Danielle
Showing 1 - 8 of 8 results
1112 Military Trail, Jupiter, FL 33458
Make a Donation
in Melinda LIDKE's name
How to support Melinda's loved ones
Should I Send Sympathy Flowers?
What kind of arrangement is appropriate, where should you send it, and when should you send an alternative?
Read more
What Should I Write in a Sympathy Card?
We'll help you find the right words to comfort your family member or loved one during this difficult time.
Read more
Resources to help you cope with loss
How to Cope With Grief
Information and advice to help you cope with the death of someone important to you.
Read more
Estate Settlement Guide
If you’re in charge of handling the affairs for a recently deceased loved one, this guide offers a helpful checklist.
Read more
Obituaries, grief & privacy: Legacy’s news editor on NPR podcast
Legacy's Linnea Crowther discusses how families talk about causes of death in the obituaries they write.
Read moreWays to honor Melinda LIDKE's life and legacy
Obituary Examples
You may find these well-written obituary examples helpful as you write about your own family.
Read more
Obituary Templates – Customizable Examples and Samples
These free blank templates make writing an obituary faster and easier.
Read more
How Do I Write a Eulogy?
Some basic help and starters when you have to write a tribute to someone you love.
Read more
