Jean Benedict Melanson

Jean Benedict Melanson obituary, Port Charlotte, FL

Jean Benedict Melanson

Jean Melanson Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Roberson Funeral Home & Crematory - Port Charlotte on Mar. 5, 2026.
Jean Benedict Melanson, 78, of Port Charlotte, Florida, formerly of Waltham, Massachusetts, passed away on Sunday, March 1, 2026, in Port Charlotte.

Born on June 29, 1947, in Waltham, Massachusetts, to the late Jean B. and Mary H. (née Doucette) Melanson, Jean lived and worked in Massachusetts until his retirement from Verizon Wireless as an operations technician. He eventually moved to Port Charlotte, where he met the love of his life Gail F. Manzelli. Jean and Gail have enjoyed living at Maple Leaf Estates in Port Charlotte for 9 years and the many activities the park offers.

Jean is survived by his loving partner Gail, several nieces and nephews and their families. In addition to his parents, Jean was preceded in death by a sister and a brother.

A private service celebrating Jean's life will be held at a later date.

Friends may visit online at www.robersonfh.com to extend condolences to the family. Arrangements by Roberson Funeral Home & Crematory Port Charlotte Chapel.

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