Michael James Melia
July 3, 1957 ~ December 6, 2017
Michael James Melia age 60 of Madison Ohio passed away unexpectedly Wednesday December 6, 2017 at Lake West Hospital.
Born July 3, 1957 in Cincinnati Ohio made him a devoted Bengal fan from day one. Mikes competitive side was brought out with a baseball scholarship to the college of Wooster. Along with baseball Mike was also an avid golfer. In 1983 he met and fell in love with Ms. Jeanne Lind. Wedding bells would soon come, but one thing was clear; Golf was his baby and Jeanne had hers. Mike would then become an amazing Dad to two wonderful children. He loved spending as much time as he could with his grandchildren; Family was always his number one priority. He retired from the Perry Nuclear Power Plant after over 30 years of service.
Not only was he smart, athletic, handsome and a family man, but also had the biggest heart with an outrageous sense of humor. Always full of jokes, wit and the absolute funniest innuendos, Mike was a man that once you met you could never forget. One of a kind….
Mike is survived by his wife of 31 years, Jeanne; children, Amy (Jim) Witt, Michael (Nicole) Carbonara; grandchildren, Alex Witt, Patrick Witt, Ryan Clark, Katlyn Carbonara, Kiley Carbonara, Vivian Carbonara; sisters, Karen (Pat) OCallaghan, Susan Erkkila; brother, Patrick (Alane) Melia. He is predeceased by his parents, William and Frances Melia; brothers, Tim Melia, Tom Melia; granddaughter, Brynlee Carbonara.
Mass will be held at St. Cyprian Church in Perry Ohio. Wednesday December 13, 2017 at 11 am, Condolences and greetings will be held one hour prior to the service. In lieu of flowers the family requests donations be made to The American Diabetes Association.
The Behm Family Funeral Home, of Madison is assisting the family. Friends may leave condolences online at www.behmfuneral.com
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My deepest sympathy for your loss. Mike was a great guy and will be missed
Jeanne and family. I am so sorry for your loss. Mike was a great guy. I will never forget when he met you Jeanne and he told me he met the love of his life he was so excited that a beautiful woman like you would go out with him. He was always full of laughter and love. He will be missed. Our live goes out to all of you. With love, Carol
Aunt Jeanne, Many thoughts and prayers to you and the family. May you know we think of you all often. I enjoyed seeing your beautiful family on Facebook through Uncle Mike. Our deepest sympathy, Erin (Melia) Jarrells (niece) and family.
I worked with Mike for years. Mike will be truly missed. Prayers to the entire family.
Jeanne and family – our sincere condolences for your unexpected loss of Mike. He truely was “a one of a kind guy” and a dear friend. He will be sorely missed by all who knew him. The Tobul's – Kenn, Mary Jo, Lisa, Lauren & Kyle
Jeanne and family, I am deeply saddened to hear of Michael's sudden passing. I will always remember his ever present smile and quick wit. He will be missed.
To the Melia family, I worked with Mike at Perry from the construction days until he retired. He was one of the first friends I made there and yes, he was a great golfer! My thoughts and prayers are with you all during this difficult time. Johnny Ford
I can hardly believe this. Michael was one of the best. We met just outside Erie Shores Golf Course club house about 1983. Loved playing golf with him. I will miss you Beaver. My thoughts and prayers go out to his friends and family.
So sad to hear about Mike. He was a joy to play golf with and a great guy to be with at the 19th hole. Deepest sympathy to the entire family!!