John Edward Mello age 68 of Deland passed way after a long illness on November 3 2010 in Orange City FL. A funeral mass in his honor will be held Saturday November 13 2010; 2:00 PM at St. Peter Catholic Church 410 W. New York Ave Deland.

John was born in Providence Rhode Island to John and Theresa Mello he dedicated his life as the Owner / Operator of East Coast Auto Wholesale for 30 years and Central Service in RI . He was a proud member of St. Peter Catholic Church who enjoyed going to Las Vegas and spending time at home. He was a quite reserved man of conviction and will be missed by those who knew him.

His parents and his feline companion Molly preceded him in death and he leaves behind to cherish his memory his beloved wife Joan Mello his 3 children; Rhonda (Tony) Frye Charles Mello and Wendy (Ann) Mello all of CA; 2 sons by marriage; Richard of FL and Robert (Melissa) Brault of RI; a sister Judy Rebello; several grandchildren and a great grandson. Condolences may be shared with the family at www.lohmanfuneralhomes.com. Arrangements under the direction of Lohman Funeral Home Deland.