Theresa L. Melilli Obituary
In loving memory of Theresa L. Melilli (Poughkeepsie, New York), who departed this world on April 22, 2025 at the age of 91. Theresa leaves behind a legacy remembered by family and friends. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.
She was predeceased by: her parents, Mario Martini and Emily Martini (Amelotti); her husband Salvatore Melilli; and her in-laws, Joseph Melilli, Nancy Melilli (Minardi), Franco Prima, Sarina Melilli (Cosantino) and Ricardo Tallarita.
She is survived by: her children, Maria E. Melilli (Richard Otte), Carmelo Melilli, Louise Melilli, Carmine Melilli (Pat), Emanuel Melilli (Tony Arena), Anthony Melilli (Kathy) and Salvatore Melilli (Christine); her grandchildren, Emilia and Luca Otte; and her siblings-in-law, Antonio Melilli, Graziella Melilli and Gina Melilli (Franco Presti). She is also survived by many nieces, nephews, great nieces and great-nephews, and friends.
They lived in Poughkeepsie for 25 years, where daddy was a successful contractor, and mommy raised us, and belonged to certain charities and organizations, like the American Heart Association and the Italian Center.
April 25, 2025
Keith Davidson lit a candle