Jeffrey Allen Meleady
Jeffrey Allen Meleady
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Jeffrey Allen Meleady, age 62, of Ocean Springs, MS passed away peacefully at home on October 5, 2025.
Jeffrey was born on October 25, 1962, to Robert and Nancy Meleady in Morgantown WV. He attended Ocean Springs High School and, after graduation, proudly served his country in the United States Air Force. Jeffrey later worked for many years at MGM Beau Rivage Casino and Resort, where he was a valued member of the team.
He was preceded in death by his mother, Nancy Meleady and his sister, Karen Meleady.
Jeffrey is survived by his loving wife, Michelle R. Franklin; his father, Robert Meleady; his brother, Robbie Meleady; his children, Chad Allen (Jillian) Meleady and Jacob Allen (Bailey) Meleady; and his grandchildren, Peyton Allen and Aubrey Ann Meleady.
Visitation will be held from 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM on October 13, 2025, at the Bradford-O’Keefe Funeral Home in Ocean Springs.
The family would like to give a special thanks to the Ocean Springs Cancer Center, Dr. Timothy Haffey, the Vital caring group, and MGM Beau Rivage.
Bradford-O'Keefe Funeral Home is honored to serve the family of Jeffrey Allen Meleady.
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