Passed away at Nithview Home, New Hamburg, on Monday, May 9, 2022, in his 89th year.
Beloved father of Clare Mello (Kenneth Robinson), Carolyn Myers (Ronnie), and Steve Mello (Carrie). Deeply missed by his grandchildren Zachary Myers and Hannah Mello. John will be missed by his brothers David Mello (Greta), Arthur Mello (Peggy), and his sisters Elizabeth and Margaret Mello, and Doreen Swainson (David). Also remembered by many nieces, nephews, and cousins. Predeceased by his parents John and Sadie Mello and his siblings Maria Mello, Mary Lasater, Edward Mello, Helen Harrah, and William Mello. John had a special passion for gardening, and kept his gardens where he lived looking amazing all the time. He loved to watch nature shows, keeping active, and always helping and giving back to others. A special thank you to all of the 1st Floor nurses, PSW's, and staff at Nithview Home in New Hamburg for taking good care of John. Cremation has taken place and a private time of remembrance will be held by the family. As expressions of sympathy, memorial donations would be appreciated to the Kitchener Waterloo Humane Society, 250 Riverbend Dr., Kitchener, ON N2B 2E9. Arrangements entrusted to Westmount Memorial Celebration Centre, Kitchener, (519-743-8900). Online condolences at www.westmountfuneralchapel.com