Lisa M. Melillo

LISA M. MELILLO, (nee Pesta), age 44 of Brook Park, Ohio, formerly of Brooklyn, passed away on September 16th, 2024, peacefully at home. She was born on July 27th, 1980, in Cleveland. Lisa was the beloved wife of 19 years of Christopher Melillo. Loving daughter of Donald and Donna Pesta (nee Solgos). Adored daughter-in-law of James R. Melillo and Sondra Martin-Bauchens (William). Dear sister of Scott J. Pesta (Megan) and Mary C. Pesta. Dearest sister-in-law of Michael Melillo (Joi), Alexander Martin, and Sara Melillo (Greg). Cherished aunt of Noah Melillo, Adam Bartow, Marissa Bartow, and Cameron Pesta. Devoted dog mom of Chilli, and the late Butters and Lilly. 

Lisa was a 1998 Brooklyn High School graduate and received her associate's degree from Cuyahoga Community College. She worked as a Human Resources Benefits manager in Cleveland. She enjoyed vacationing, visiting wineries, and make-up and beauty. Lisa most loved spending time with her family, friends, and her dogs.

THE FAMILY REQUESTS, NO FLOWERS PLEASE. IN LIEU OF FLOWERS, DONATIONS MAY BE MADE TO THE NORTHEAST OHIO SPCA PET SHELTER AND CLINIC, 9555 BROOKPARK ROAD, PARMA, OHIO 44129.  

A Memorial Service will be held on Monday September 23rd, 2024, at 12 Noon in the funeral home. The family will receive friends on MONDAY from 10 AM - 12 PM at the A. RIPEPI AND SONS FUNERAL HOME, 18149 BAGLEY ROAD, MIDDLEBURG HTS., OHIO 44130 (WEST OF I-71).