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Michael Melillo Obituary
Michael Richard Melillo, 48, of North Haven, passed away unexpectedly on Friday, March 22, 2019. He was born in New Haven on May 3, 1970 and was the son of Donald Melillo and Tamzan Freel Guarino. Michael was a graduate of Hamden High School and a fraternity brother of Delta Gamma Phi. Later he attended Southern Connecticut State University where he received a Bachelor of Science degree in business management. Michael was truly a man of many talents, he worked various jobs, always willing to give back to the community and was passionate about his music and poetry. He was very proud of having one of his poems "Angel" published in multiple editions of Upon Arrival. However Michael's pride and joy was his children whom he loved unconditionally. Father of Michael and Deanna Melillo and Meghan Mansilla. Brother of Justin and Eric Melillo, Stephanie, Nadine and Christopher Guarino. Grandson of Dorothy Freel Griswold and the late Andrew and Doris Mellilo Sr. and Thomas Freel. Also survived by many nieces and nephews. Predeceased by his uncle Andrew Melillo Jr.
His funeral procession will leave the North Haven Funeral Home, 36 Washington Avenue on Friday morning at 10:30. Family and friends may call from 9:00 to 10:30 a.m. A Mass of Christian burial will be celebrated in Our Lady of Mount Carmel Church, 2819 Whitney Ave., Hamden at 11 a.m. Interment will follow in All Saints Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to www.gofundme.com/in-loving-memory-of-michael-melillo
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Debra Conte
March 22, 2024
RIP Michael
Shelagh Howard
April 13, 2019
Death of a child is the most difficult loss. I'm glad my two brothers were able to represent our family at the services for Michael. From the entire O'Connell clan, we are sorry for your loss, Tamzan.
March 31, 2019
Rest in peace our dear nephew Michael. We will always remember your sweet smile and and kindness to all. You have touched so many lives and we will never forget you. Our sincere condolences to your parents, children and all of the Melillo family and friends. God bless and keep you.
Love you, Auntie Maura and Uncle Aetie
March 30, 2019
R.I.P.
DEWAYNE MILLER
March 30, 2019
My condolences to all his family he will be truly missed
Dawn Fiore-Bedryczuk
March 29, 2019
I am so sadden to hear about Micheal's passing. My deepest condolences to all of the family. I have very fond memories growing up across the street from Mike in Belmont Street. We had our crew in the neighborhood which he was a part of. He was like a brother to me and my brother David. I will always remember him and smile. RIP Mike!Dawn Fiore Bedryczuk
Mirta Chakar
March 28, 2019
Rest In Peace Michael. The Heavens have gained another angel.
March 28, 2019
Prayers and thoughts to Michael's Children and Family,RIP Michael
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