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Mark Melli Obituary
Mark A., 62, died with his family and friends at his side on Saturday, April 30th, 2016 after a long and courageous battle with illness. He spent his last days as he spent most days of his life - holding court, telling jokes and stories, and making his friends and family laugh.
Mark is survived by his wife, Jan (Gelewski) Melli, his four children, Frank, Mark, Jenny, and Eileen, and his grandson Owen Smith. He also leaves behind his sisters Ellen Powley, Regina (Melli) Woods, his brother-in-law Jack Woods, his sister-in-law Kathy Melli, and his "brother" John Fezco, along with many close friends he considered family.
Mark has been reunited with his parents and brothers who preceded him: parents Charles and Mary (Corcoran) Melli, brothers Patrick, Francis, and Charles ("Mickey"). He was also predeceased by a nephew, Andrew Melli, and a brother-in-law, Kenneth Powley.
Mark spent most of his life in Bergen County. He was born in Hasbrouck Heights, attended Bergen Catholic High School, Montclair University, and North Carolina Central Law School. Before retiring he owned a law firm in Paramus, New Jersey. Mark was an accomplished lawyer, avid golfer, and loyal friend. His sense of humor and knack for story telling will be sorely missed by all those who had the pleasure of knowing him.
Visitation will be 12-3 PM and 6-9PM on Monday, May 2 at Feeney Funeral Home Ridgewood. Funeral services will be held at St. Gabriel's Parish in Saddle River on Tuesday, May 3 at 10:30AM. Cremation private.
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Memories and Condolences
for Mark Melli
May 6, 2016
To the Melli Family-We send our condolences to you all during this difficult time. So very sorry to hear about Mark.
Love,
The Taormina Family
Mike Chircop
May 4, 2016
' will be missing my neighborhood buddy for a long, long time.
Bob Evins
May 4, 2016
Jan and family, my deepest sympathy. Our families share a lot of good times together.
Hugh Quinn
May 3, 2016
Jan & family. Despite t6he passage of time that separated us, I've always considered Mark one of my closest friends. That closeness was confirmed when we got together a couple of years ago with the guys at " the Nest " I wish you & the kids my sincerest condolences. I loved the guy & my heart goes out to you. Sorry.
Liz & Laura Gelewski
May 3, 2016
Jan so sorry for your loss, the life he lived was a good one since he had a loving family and many loyal friends. I'm sure many good memories will be left behind of his life and loves.
Mary Gelewski Ray
May 3, 2016
Dear Jan:
I am so sorry to hear about Mark's passing. I know it was a very, very long battle. My condolences to the whole family. Will be thinking of you all and praying for you.
Allan Recarte
May 3, 2016
My deepest sympathies. May God rest your soul. Blessings for the family.
Mark Browne
May 3, 2016
Dear Jan: I am very sad to learn of Mark's passing. We had some wonderful times in Law School and on trips to NYC. He was a very unique person. I know he will be missed. My prayers are with you and the kids.
Mourning with the"Blue Team" in Carolina.
Mark Browne
michael bevilacqua
May 3, 2016
grew up with mark on walter avenue,had many good times togetter sorry for your loss
Lynn
May 3, 2016
Sorry for your loss.
May your hearts be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times shared together as you celebrate a life lived and loved by family and friends...Psalm 90:10
Sincere condolences
May 2, 2016
Jan sorry for your loss. Mark has left us all way to early. Hopefully with time an understanding may come. Thiking of him Dennis Finnegan
May 2, 2016
My deepest condolences from myself and my brother.
Jacqueline Rose
Edward Rose Jr
Ozzie Duran
May 2, 2016
Jan, Frank, Mark, Jenny and Eileen,
I am so sorry for your loss. I am so blessed to have grown up in the presence of such tremendous love and laughter as I experienced in your home in the company of all of you and your dad for so many years. May you find strength in each other and peace in fond memories during this most difficult time. I love you all. P.S. I will never forget about his "chocolate cake"
Robin Alexander
May 2, 2016
My deepest condolences go out to the Melli family. Mark will definitely be missed. Not only was he my boss for 20 years, he was also like family. Now every day can be a golf party.
Chris Calligan
May 2, 2016
RIP Mark. So sorry for your loss Jan and family.
(BCHS alum)
Mary Doherty
May 2, 2016
Jan and Family,
With my deepest sympathy I say that I'm sorry for your loss. It has been a long road. God Bless all of you.
Peggy Gatens
May 2, 2016
To the family of Mark Melli -
I had the pleasure of working with Mark as well as his sons Mark and Frank and just wanted to let you know how sorry I am for your loss. I will always remember hearing Mark's laugh emanating from his office! He was one of a kind. Prayers are with you.
Sincerely,
Peggy Gatens
Jan Duvoisin
May 2, 2016
Dear Jan and family,
Our deepest sympathies, I will never forget Mark at the Myrtle Beach Golf outings, his wit and humor, upbeat composure and just a great friend to be with! Prayers to you and family
Jon Sakosits
May 1, 2016
Sorry for your loss!
Giana & Aunt Trish
May 1, 2016
Aunt Jan, Frank, Mark, Jenny, and Eileen,
We are thinking of you guys, and we love you so much!
May 1, 2016
My extended family, I am so sorry, I am lucky to have been at so many happy events with you all. No one told a story quite like Mark. He is telling telling one now, I have no doubt. Love to all, Gerry Martin
Chris Manisera Rocha
May 1, 2016
Jan, I am so sorry to hear of Mark's passing. I will keep you and your family in my prayers.
wendy douglas
May 1, 2016
Jan and family. We are so sorry to hear of your loss. Hugs❤ Wendy and Scott Douglas
May 1, 2016
Jan & Family,
We will always smile when we remember Mark. He was one of a kind. Cherish the memories.
Dalene & Joe Banyar
May 1, 2016
So sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time Ken and Dot Powley
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