B. Wayland Melinski

B. Wayland Melinski, 59, of Blackstone St., passed away at his home surrounded by his loving family on Mon., Jan. 24, 2011.

He is survived by his wife, Elaine M. (Ashe) Melinski; son, William Melinski and daughter, Arianna Roland with whom he lived and daughter, Jennifer Melinski of Whitinsville; 2 grandchildren, Jason Melinski and Hailey Melinski; a sister, Ann Landry of Whitinsville and several nephews and nieces. Mrs. and Mr. Melinski also opened their home to several children in the Fresh Air Program for the past 11 years, who have all become a part of their family.

Born in Whitinsville, on Oct. 1, 1951, he was the son of Anthony and Mary (Davison) Melinski. He was a graduate of Worcester Boys Trade Class of 1971 and served in the Army National Guard. Wayland worked as a truck driver for UPS for many years and was the Union Steward of Local 170 UPS freight. He was a member of the Church of the Good Shepherd in Linwood. Mr. Melinski enjoyed drag racing and was an avid Red Sox and Patriots fan.

His funeral will be held on Fri., Jan 28, from the Tancrell Jackman Funeral Home, 35 Snowling Rd., Uxbridge, MA with a Mass at 10 a.m. in the Church of the Good Shepherd, 121 Linwood St., Linwood, MA. Burial will be private and held at the convenience of his family. Calling hours, at the funeral home, will be held on Thur., Jan. 27, from 4 to 8 p.m. In lieu of flowers, donations in his memory may be made to VNA Care Hospice, 120 Thomas St., Worcester, MA 01608 or The Fresh Air Fund, 633 Third Avenue, 14th Floor, New York, NY 10017.