Grace Melidona

Grace Melidona, beloved sister, aunt, and cherished family member passed away unexpectedly on June 8, 2024, in Cleveland, OH. She was born April 12, 1946, to Anthony and Helen Minniti Melidona, who preceded her in death.

Grace is survived by her sister, Jennie (Jeff) Skahan, brother, Frank (Cathy) Melidona.

Though she never married or had children, Grace’s love and care extended to her many nieces and nephews, whom she treated as her own. They are; Shawn (Lissa) Schillinger, Sarah Rose Schillinger, Victoria (Lew) Stephens, Elijah Stephens, Sherri Schillinger, Marissa (Chad) Mouledous, Maverick Mouledous, Malia (Cory) Walker, Lillian Walker, Ryan Walker, Junie Walker, Lea (Wayne) Groff, Reyna (Erik) Zetina, Amy Groff, Corrie Groff, Mercy Groff, Bella Groff, Nathan Groff, Tekoa Groff, Silas Groff, Anthony (Carrie) Skahan, Seth Skahan, Christian Skahan, Eva Skahan, Ethan Skahan, Ezra Skahan, Jason (Mandi) Melidona, and Angelo Melidona.

Grace was a 1964 graduate of Girard High School and went on to work at North Side Hospital in Dietary. She then worked 32 years at Packard Electric, retiring in 1999. She lived in Niles, OH and attended First Assembly of God in Warren. She was a devoted congregation member and was an active teacher in the Missionette/Mpact program working with little girls. Her faith was a cornerstone of her life, and she found great joy and solace in her church community. Music was an important part of her life, and she played the violin for many years. She also enjoyed watching 0Hallmark movies and shows. Grace enjoyed collecting Betty Boop memorabilia and recently added to her collection with a new purse she discovered last week. She enjoyed traveling to craft shows, flea markets, and parties. She was always willing and ready.

Besides her parents, Grace was preceded in death by her niece, Mindy Melidona.

Grace will be remembered for the joy she brought joy to those around her. One of her most cherished expressions, “Love you more,” is a phrase she inherited from her mother that will forever echo in the hearts of her loved ones.

Grace will be deeply missed, but her memory will forever be a blessing to all who knew her.

Family and friends may visit and pay respects to Grace’s family from 11: 00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m., Wednesday, June 12, 2024, at Warren 1^st Assembly of God 2640 Parkman Rd., NW, Warren, OH 44485. A service will follow at 12:00 p.m. in the church.

Arrangements have been entrusted to Wm Nicholas Funeral Home 614 Warren Ave., Niles, OH 44446.