Name: Celebration of Life for Michael F. Melius Jr.
Start: 2014-08-04T20:00:00.000Z
End: 2014-08-04T23:00:00.000Z
Location: Cook Park in Colonie

Melius, Michael F. Jr. EAST NASSAU Michael F. "Mel" Melius Jr. died suddenly at home on July 29, 2014. Born on February 23, 1968 in Albany, he was the son of Betty Ann Melius Prindle and the late Michael F. Melius Sr. Michael was a graduate of Colonie Central High School, class of 1986. On August 26, 1989, Michael married Shelly Beach. They had been planning their 25th wedding anniversary celebration and were looking forward to many more years together. Michael lived in East Nassau and worked at Honeywell Friction Materials as a machine technician. He also enjoyed working for many years at the infamous L-Ken's in Colonie, where he met his wife and made many lifelong friends along the way. Michael will be especially remembered for being "the host with the most," his willingness to always lend a hand, and his larger-than-life personality. The love he had for his family and friends was undeniable and reciprocated tenfold! Michael was an amazing husband, proud father, loving brother, wonderful son, and a loyal, compassionate friend. Survivors include his loving wife, Shelly Beach Melius; sons, Michael F. Melius III, 21, and Trevor Charles Melius, 19, of East Nassau; mother and stepfather, Betty Ann and Arnold Prindle of Albany (and his sons Chris and Greg); sister Kara Melius Boldish (Dennis Pelletier) of Latham; mother and father-in-law, Charles and Irene Beach; sister and brother-in-law, Denise and Steve Connolly; nephews, Stephen Palella, Sean Connolly, Andrew Boldish and Josh Pelletier; a niece, Katie Connolly; several loving and adoring aunts, uncles, cousins and best friends, as well as his beloved dog Bonnie AKA "Princess." Michael was preceded in death by his father, Michael F. Melius Sr; paternal grandparents, Walter and Virginia Melius; maternal grandparents, Michael F. and "Mammie" Kaido, and a brother-in-law, Scott Beach. On Monday, August 4, his life will be celebrated at Cook Park in Colonie (Pavilion at the Sharon Drive entrance); a place that held many fond memories for Michael, both as a child and as an adult. All are welcome to attend this celebration of life from 4 to 7 p.m. To leave a special message for the family online, please visit NewcomerAlbany.com.

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Published by Albany Times Union on Aug. 3, 2014.

Memories and Condolences
for Michael Melius

19 Entries

August 7, 2014

So sorry to hear of Mike's passing. I was in his graduating class of 1986. Sending my deepest sympathy and prayers ~

~1986 Classmate~

Kim, John, Tyler and Vanessa Couse

August 7, 2014

Shelly, Mike and Trevor, We are so very sorry to hear of your loss and are thinking of you all at this most difficult time. We wish you strength and comfort in the days ahead.

Debby & Chet Vanderbeek

August 6, 2014

Bettianne, Chet and I just heard of Michaels passing and want to send you our sincerest condolences. I understand the pain that you must be feeling and want to let you know that you will be in our prayers. We will always remember Michael running around Lynn Drive.

Catherine Tartaglia Plummer

August 4, 2014

Dear Betty Ann, We are so sorry for the loss of your son. Please know that you are in our hearts and prayers.

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Tim Vogt

August 4, 2014

On behalf of myself and the members of UAW Local #1508 we send our condolences to the family. Mike was very special to all of us at Honeywell and he made a great impact as Bargaining Committee Chairman. I was quite fond of Mike and I'll miss him very much

Tim Vogt - President

Louise Tartaglia Finkell

August 4, 2014

Betty Ann, so sorry to learn of your terrible loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

Deb Zimmerman (Jack)

August 4, 2014

Shelly,
I am so very sorry to hear of Mike's passing. I send you love. I wish you and the boys strength. There aren't words to express my sorrow for your loss.

Nicole and Brian Lenihan

August 4, 2014

Thank you for being part of our lives! You are greatly loved and missed terribly! Shelly, Michael, and Trevor we send our love as you navigate through your loss and heartache.

Timothy Niles

August 4, 2014

I've known mike my whole life, from grade school to the days at middle school to highschool, and even gradutated together, to working together for over 18 yrs at Honeywell...Mikes nickname in school was "" Big Bird "" he was by far one of the tallest kids in school, but had a heart of gold and would do anything for anyone..Remembering them days and looking back at the good times we had together from playing football in school to his love for volleyball, or the days we would play backyard style football...The "" host of the most """ as most lately or his keen eyed for keeping his mind smart was used in many fun filled games at work he'd play.. He would always help out in any fashion and if he'd didn't have the correct answer it would drive him crazy till he got it,that was the way Mike was...
Michael's biggest by far enjoyment was always talking about either his wife or both of his boy's... He was so proud his kids and his love of his wife and made sure to talk proudly of them...My heart and soul goes out to his family for there loss, he will be missed by many i'm still in sooo many ways will be keeping "" BIG BIRD "" in my thoughts he was a rare kind hearted person, and a friend to all... GOODBYE MY FRIEND & CLASSMATE OF COLONIE HIGH CLASS OF 1986

Ray

August 4, 2014

I would like to send my condolences to mike's family Mike was my union brother for almost 18 years. I'm so glad I went to saratoga thank's for being brian and my partner in the pool you were the one who picked the big winner. we had such a great time lot's of laughs and of course mike alway's makes it a good time. I'm going to miss you buddy this place will not be the same without you!

Tammy Blanchard Sprague

August 3, 2014

My thoughts and prayers are with your family at this most difficult time. May God comfort you with memories.

judi Van Vorse

August 3, 2014

Betty Ann, I am sorry for the loss of your son. No mother should have to live this nightmare Carol Gingold reminded me this boy was yours. I never would have recognized your last name as we lost touch after high school. I wish you and his family peace. He is the same age as my daughter and I can't imagine. Much Love and many prayers Judi Van Vorse

matt and stacey hartley

August 3, 2014

just want to say sorry and I will miss him

Barbara-Jean Heinbach

August 3, 2014

Shelly, I am so sorry for your loss. Words can't express what I want to say. My prayers are with you and your family
Love
Barbara-Jean Heinbach

truman&betty groff

August 3, 2014

we send our condolences to both families.. so so sorry for your loss prayers to all of you....mel,(rip)

August 3, 2014

Shelly and Family:So very sorry for your loss. Sandy & Eric Smith

August 3, 2014

I remember a young Mike from years ago when I met him through his Dad, and when he worked at L-Kens, he was a very nice kid and a gentleman. This is very sad news, I would like to extend my condolences to all of his loved ones and to his family. Timothy Hooley, Niskayuna

Renee Fusco-Calkins

August 3, 2014

Shelly,
Words cannot express my deepest sorrow for you and your family. I am so very sorry for your loss and I hope all the wonderful memories of Michael can help you through such a difficult time. Love you girl

August 3, 2014

Our lives are forever changed without our Greek God & loving son-in-law living right next door. We will miss him forever. Much love from your 2nd Mom & Dad, Rene & Charlie

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