George A. Melillo
July 1, 1936 - March 28, 2021
Visitation
Joseph J. Smith Funeral Home
692 U.S. Route 6
Mahopac, NY 10541
845-621-1992 |
Thursday 4/1, 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm

Prayer Service will take place at 5:45 pm.

 

Visitation Guidelines:

-The health and safety of our guests is of the utmost importance.

-Visitors must wear a face covering.

-Visitors must practice social distancing inside and outside the funeral home.

-Be aware that we have occupancy restrictions and you may have to remain outside the funeral home, socially distanced at all times.

Thank you for your assistance and patience.

Cemetery

Cremation Services will be private.

In lieu of flowers, donations in memory of George may be made to St. Jude’s Children’s Research Hospital.  www.stjude.org

George A. Melillo of Carmel, NY passed away on Sunday, March 28, 2021 at the age of 84.  He was born in Yonkers, NY on July 1, 1936, the son of Albert G. and Agnes R. (Meegan) Melillo.

George was a mechanic with Geis Motors in Mohegan Lake, NY before moving to Millsboro, DE in 2000.  In October of 2020 he moved to Carmel to be closer to family.

George proudly served in the United States Air Force.  He was a member of American Legion Post 28 in Millsboro and a member of AmVets in Longneck, DE.

George enjoyed boating and was a member of the Peekskill Yacht Club.  He was a former member of the Mohegan Volunteer Fire Department.

He is survived by his longtime companion, Elaine Dagnone of Carmel; his son, Stephen and his wife, Gilda of Holmes, NY; his daughter, Dawn Baisley and her partner, Robert Beyer of Cold Spring; Elaine’s children, Maria Scarnati, Danielle Dagnone and Vincent Tallarico; his sister, Teri McCready and half sister, Carol Ann Garner; his grandchildren Toni Marie and Tiffany DiMaio, and Salvatore Baisley and his great grandchildren, Alissa, Anthony, Aliyah and Leeland.  He was predeceased by his daughter, Donna Marie DiMaio.

Visiting will be held on Thursday, April 1 from 5-8 pm at Joseph J. Smith Funeral Home where a prayer service will take place at 5:45 pm.  Private cremation services will follow.

In lieu of flowers, donations in memory of George may be made to St. Jude’s Children’s Research Hospital.  www.stjude.org

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Debbie Sullivan
Stephanie Faccia and family
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Dolores Lucia
Yvette Parisi
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Visitation
Joseph J. Smith Funeral Home
692 U.S. Route 6
Mahopac, NY 10541
845-621-1992 | Map
Thursday 4/1, 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm

Prayer Service will take place at 5:45 pm.

 

Visitation Guidelines:

-The health and safety of our guests is of the utmost importance.

-Visitors must wear a face covering.

-Visitors must practice social distancing inside and outside the funeral home.

-Be aware that we have occupancy restrictions and you may have to remain outside the funeral home, socially distanced at all times.

Thank you for your assistance and patience.

Cemetery

Cremation Services will be private.

In lieu of flowers, donations in memory of George may be made to St. Jude’s Children’s Research Hospital.  www.stjude.org

George A. Melillo of Carmel, NY passed away on Sunday, March 28, 2021 at the age of 84.  He was born in Yonkers, NY on July 1, 1936, the son of Albert G. and Agnes R. (Meegan) Melillo. George was a mechanic with Geis Motors in Mohegan Lake, NY before moving to Millsboro, DE in…

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Stephanie Paul left a message on April 3, 2021:
Wishing you peace. May the memory of his life be a blessing.
Debbie Sullivan left a message on April 1, 2021:
George, you were a great person and will be missed greatly. I remember so many times we just sat on the back steps while all the kids ran around. Lots of good memories.
Stephanie Faccia and family left a message on March 31, 2021:
Our deepest sympathy on the loss of George - he will be missed by all. Respectfully, The Faccia Family
Patricia Parilla left a message on March 31, 2021:
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time.
Joanne Smithwrick left a message on March 30, 2021:
Dear Gilda and family: You have my deepest sympathies in the loss of your dear loved one. You all are in my thoughts and prayers. Sincerely, Joanne
June left a message on March 30, 2021:
Sorry for our loss of George. Memories of him are of good times with family. Hugs to all.
Andrew Cerrato left a message on March 30, 2021:
Steve so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time.
Dolores Lucia left a message on March 30, 2021:
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Yvette Parisi left a message on March 30, 2021:
My condolences and prayers to all the families.
Michelle & Frank Metelski left a message on March 30, 2021:
Very sorry Steve and Dawn. We loved your dad. He was a great guy. Great sense of humor. Wonderful memories of him. He babysat for my sisters and I. That's how far back we go. Rest in the peace of God's loving arms George.
Anthony Dejesus left a message on March 29, 2021:
I'm so sorry for your lost
Joseph J. Smith left a message:
Please accept our deepest condolences for your family's loss.
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