John Mele, 85, of Canonsburg passed away on Thursday, November 5, 2015 in McMurray Hills Manor, McMurray.
He was born on August 28, 1930 in Canonsburg, a son of the late Anthony and Mary Putorti Mele.
John was a proud father and grandfather. He loved watching his children and grandchildren play sports. He was a sports fan and particularly enjoyed playing golf and watching men’s softball. He thoroughly enjoyed the outdoors by taking long walks through the property and woods where he used to farm. Above all, he loved spending time with his family and looked forward to family gatherings. Anywhere he went, John was always the life of the party.
John was a 1948 graduate of Chartiers Township High School. He was a member of St. Patrick Roman Catholic Church in Canonsburg. After many devoted years, John retired from J & F Tire Company, formerly Andy Brothers Tire.
On June 29, 1957 he married his beloved wife, Frances J. Sonson Mele, who passed away on April 12, 2015.
Surviving are his four loving children, John A. (Debbie) Mele of Canonsburg, Robert F. (Lorie) Mele of Houston, Frances A. (David) Paluda of Houston, and James E. (Jennifer) Mele of Houston; seven precious grandchildren, Bobby, Ryan, Abby, Jacob, and Juliana Mele and Michael and Maria Paluda; three siblings, Dolores (the late Metro) Podolek of Washington, William (the late Betty) Mele of Strabane, and Mary Ann Byers of Amity; sister-in-laws, Rita (the late Terry) Fetsko of Canonsburg and Helen (the late Vince) Sonson of Wexford; sister-in-law and brother-in-law, Mary Jane and Steve Yevins of Washington; and several nieces, nephews, and cousins.
In addition to his wife and parents, he was also preceded in death by brother-in-law and sister-in-law, Elmer and Leonora Jackson.
Friends are welcome from 6-8 PM on Saturday, November 7, 2015 and from 2-4 and 6-8 PM on Sunday, November 8, 2015 in Salandra Funeral and Cremation Services, Inc., Joseph P. Salandra owner/supervisor, Lin Webb funeral director, 304 West Pike Street, Canonsburg 724-745-8120 where departing prayers will begin at 9:30 AM on Monday, November 9, 2015. A Mass of Christian Burial will immediately follow at 10:00 AM in St. Patrick Roman Catholic Church, 317 West Pike Street, Canonsburg with Rev. John Batykefer as celebrant. Interment will follow in Queen of Heaven Cemetery, McMurray.
In lieu of flowers, the family suggests that memorial contributions be made to St. Patrick Church, 317 West Pike Street, Canonsburg, PA 15317.
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