Dad,
This has been so hard for me, so painful. It’s hard for me to share. 
Everyday, I wake up wishing it was just a bad dream. My heart is so broken. The memory replays in my mind of the day I lost my father, my best friend.💔
I reflect back on my childhood and I couldn’t get enough of you, and that has never changed. I wanted to be with you every second. So many good memories.  No matter what, you always took the time to make things just a bit more special. All your teachings, advice and our many conversations still remains in my mind. I can’t forget all your funny stories, man you made me laugh so hard. We had the best of times together. I will always cherish our love and bond as father and son, this I will always keep in my heart.
You taught me how to be a great father to my two sons. I am so thankful you were able to see that. 
Antonio was lucky to experience your love and he says, I love you Grandpa.
Lorenzo will be able to grow up to hear all the best memories of his Grandpa.
Something I will also miss is our conversations over the phone, especially the ones you use to answer by saying “Heyyyyy Dada!”.. “Heyyyyy Dada!”
We will pause for a second, then bust out laughing. You are truly the best Dad. 
One day, we will be together again. Until then, I will continue to love you forever, share our memories and make you proud.
I LOVE YOU DADDY ❤️


 I am so sorry for your loss. There are not even words to describe the loss of your dad and what a kind, generous and funny man he was. He always made me feel welcome in your home. I have the best memories of him from our teenage years. Whether he was cooking in the kitchen and having me try all kinds of food and then teasing me I had just eaten rabbit, or trying to teach me Spanish, he always was warm, funny and loving. I remember one Thanksgiving in particular, I was alone for the holiday and I had stopped by your house, your dad made me stay and eat. He could see I was sad and he reminded me that I always had a place with the family at his table. Over the years he never changed, he was a loving father, grandfather and friend. Then more recently there was Ruben's wedding and your dad trying to teach me to dance. I know somewhere there is a video evidence of that. I would only embarrass myself like that for him.  That's how I will always remember him, laughing, dancing, smiling, loving and cooking in the kitchen. The world lost a very special man. Just remember all of the things your dad taught each of you about family, be there for each other and take care of each other, especially now. I am thinking of you all and hope some day this pain gets a little easier.  I will cherish the memories I have of him always. Love and prayers to you all,  Jenn

 I may never find the right words to say. But I just wanted to let you know how much I love you. But you already know that. I want you to know I miss you so much. But you know that too. I’m amazed that it’s possible to feel this much pain in my heart and still manage to be alive. The day you died a light turned off inside my heart. I don’t know how this will get easier. The living without you part. People can try to imagine the pain you feel when someone loses a parent. But unless you’ve lived through it you’ll never know. Even then, they may have never lost a person like you. You are the best dad in the world. I’m so thankful for you. All the lessons you’ve taught me. All the advice you gave me. All the love you showed me. I’m grateful my boys had a grandpa like you. I know how lucky they are because of that. They miss you so much too. I wish we had more time with you. But a lifetime will still not be enough. Dad, you are such a beautiful, kind hearted person. I will miss your laugh, your smile, your hugs. I know you are a beautiful angel in heaven now. One day we will be reunited. I can’t wait for the day I’ll get to hug you once again. You’ll always be in my thoughts. Although it seems impossible to go on without you, I will continue to live the life you taught me to live. I will be a great mother as you were  the greatest father to me. I know you were always concerned I worked too hard and didn’t take enough time for myself. I promise to do that more often. I’m thankful we had these last two years together. We made so many great new memories with the boys. There’s really no where I could go that won’t remind me of you. I wish we could take one of your favorite walks together. I’m grateful I joined you on some of them but now I’ll have to take your favorite walk alone. But I know you’ll be watching over me.  You did great dad. I’m so proud to call you my father. You’ll be missed so much! I love you daddy. ❤️

He was the nicest man you’d ever meet. Always happy and always worried about you. He was the backbone to the family having touch so many of us he will be deeply missed. I love you so much grandpa and I’ll always be grateful for the time we spent together whether it’s be watching criminal minds or us going to get soup for grandma at the Cuban spot. You’ll always be in my heart and I know you are watching over me. 

Finding the right words of condolences to offer to the Melendez family is difficult. There are no right words; There’s nothing I can say that will make the pain go away. Wish I could have told him in person that I’m really grateful to get to know his kids (Ruben, Maria and Adelaida). I loved them like they are my brother and sisters. My heart goes out to you and your family in your time of sorrow.

Primo siempre estarás en mis recuerdos, fuiste mi Amigo mi vecino y mi primo sobretodo, una persona que amó su familia sobre todo, se dejó  querer de todos los que compartimos con el 
Descansa en Paz Primo.....

Our sincerest condolences on the passing of your father. He was a very special person, and he will be missed by many. Sending prayers to you and your family.  

I will always remember dancing with you at Valerie & Rubens wedding. We had such a great time making fun memories! 

Rest In Peace Mr Melendez,  my prayers are with you. 

The first time i met you.you were very intimidating.  But you were humble and kind to me, you accepted me as part of the family.  You inspired  me with your art  talent and creativity, that smile you  have i will never forget . I know we havent seen each other in years but you were still my family you go in peace my friend going to miss you.  

You were a special person  with  kindness ..You was very humble  and kind to me and my  kids..You always had a smile everytime we saw you.. You where a type of person that you  can talk to  and  made me feel comfortable to be around you... I'm going to miss that smile ... But I know I will see you soon .. Rest  in peace..Lots of love .. Blanca and the Mas family

 I was so happy to have you in my life again. I thought about all the memories we will make with all 8 of your great grandkids. You were always so good with the kids. You always knew how to make us laugh. I’ll miss your smile and hearing “Heyyy Jazz” coming home from work. You always had the right things to say when we had our talks. I’m thankful to have spent this time with you even if it was for a little. I don’t think I’ll ever accept this thing called life but I’m trying. Ill miss you soo much, I love you grandpa💔


Our deepest sympathy's to the Melendez Family. 
Wishing you all peace to bring you comfort, courage to face the days ahead and the beautiful memories to forever hold in your hearts.
xoxo
 Love Sal, Adele & Stefanie Cicia

Dad I love you so much ❤️ you are my everything. I’m so grateful to have had such a great man in my life. I admired everything about you. You had such a great heart and I thank you for raising me to be the women I am today. Thank you for guiding me, always believing in me and trusting me to care for you and mom. I am going to be strong for you and my family.  I will continue to be La Guerrera! As you would call me. I will continue to comfort Mom, love her and gently care for her. I will look over Laila and Quito.  I will continue to get the family together because I know how happy you were to see us all together. Dad, I wish I had more time with you.. I wasn’t ready for you to leave me. We were the Daddy Daughter Team. My heart aches so much😔💔 You have shown me the true meaning of love.  I’m so proud of calling you Dad! You were such a beautiful person. You have impacted the life’s of those who knew you and everyone talk so great about you.  They all have a story with you and find memories of you. I take pride knowing that you were loved by so many. You would extended your hand to those in need and opened your heart to everyone. You made friends everywhere you went. Dad, you will live in my heart forever and I will deeply miss not having you by my side. You are such a beautiful soul. I LOVE YOU DAD! 

Ruben gracias por tanto bueno consejos y enseñanzas que me diste cuando mas lo necesite siempre tendra un espacio especial en mi corazon, descansa en paz!

Gracias Tío bello por tanto amor siempre te recordaré con tu hermosa sonrisa y la música que siempre solías escuchar la salsa  Dios recibió un Ángel precioso  lleno de amor que cuidará de su familia aquí en la tierra descansa  en paz tío Ruben te amará para siempre tu sobrina Charo como me decías ♡♡♡ TE AMO TIO

We will miss you Grandpa💙 Love You continue to watch over us! 

Val, Antonio & Lorenzo 

OBITUARY

Ruben Melendez Reyes

11 March, 1949 – 22 September, 2019

Gonzalez Funeral Home

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