James Meo's Obituary
James Meo, age 63 of Rehoboth Beach, DE, passed away on Wednesday, August 28, 2013 at his residence. He was born on July 21, 1950 in Philadelphia, PA, son of Margaret Mary (Reed) Meo and the late James J. Meo.
Mr. Meo grew up in Philadelphia, PA attending Philadelphia schools through high school before going onto Strayer University where he graduated in 1973 with his business degree. He went on to open and operate his own deli called, “The Stock Market Deli” in Bensalem, PA. Following the deli he went on to manage numerous restaurants before semi-retiring in 2000 to Rehoboth Beach, DE. In Rehoboth Beach he worked at the Boardwalk Plaza and most recently in Real Estate Sales with Long & Foster Realty. He also spent countless hours volunteering in his community and actively participating at his church, The Truth and Life Center in Georgetown, DE. Mr. Meo was not only a great story teller but an excellent listener. Anyone who came in contact with him was instantly a friend and knew he was there to help them in any way he could. Mr. Meo was a loving son, father, grandfather, brother, uncle and dear friend who will be missed by all whom knew him.
In addition to his mother, Mr. Meo was survived by his daughter, Nicole Meo of Fairless Hills, PA; his son, Christopher Meo and his wife Jillian of Glenside, PA; his grandson, Hayden; two brothers: John Meo of Philadelphia, PA and Frank Meo and his wife Sue of Philadelphia, PA; his cousin, Jean Mayo Lehrman of Reading, PA, whom he considered like a sister; and numerous other cousins, nieces, nephews, and dear friends.
A Celebration of Mr. Meo’s Life will be held on Saturday, September 14, 2013 at 4:00 PM at The Truth and Life Center, 106 N. Race Street, Georgetown, DE, where friends may visit beginning at 3:00 PM. Interment will be private.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made in care of Parsell Funeral Homes, 16961 Kings Hwy, Lewes, DE 19958, to assist in defraying funeral expenses.
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