Francis Paul Mele's Obituary
Francis P. Mele age 92 of Rehoboth Beach, DE passed away on Sunday, December 2, 2018, at his residence. Mr. Mele was born on November 1, 1926 in Wilmington, DE, son of the late Anthony Mele and Elizabeth Dominick Mele.
Mr. Mele retired many years ago after working for Delcampo Baking Company of Wilmington, DE. He was a Army Air Corps Veteran serving in Hawaii following the Pearl Harbor Attack. Mr. Mele was a member of St. Jude the Apostle Catholic Church, Lewes, DE and a former member of Holy Rosary in Claymont.
He enjoyed cooking, watching college and pro football, however his most enjoyment was the many happy times spent with his son boating and fishing and just being together.
He is survived by his son Francis J. Mele of Rehoboth Beach, DE; a sister Elizabeth Nolan of Wilmington, DE and several nieces and nephews.
Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 11:00 AM on Monday, December 10, 2018 at Holy Rosary Catholic Church, 3200 Philadelphia Pike, Claymont, DE, where friends may visit at the church beginning at 10:00AM. Entombment will follow Mass at Cathedral Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers contributions may be made to the Little Sisters of the Poor, 185 Salem Church Road, Newark, DE 19713
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