Emilio "Mel" Perez Jr.,90, passed peacefully at home on Monday, May 13, 2019 surrounded by his loving wife, children and grandchildren. He is predeceased by his parents, and his sisters, Eltelvina Ciaccia, Josephine Fernandez and Lydia Anton. He is survived by his beautiful bride of 64 years, Marcelle Dron Perez, his loving 5 children, Diane (Don) Reynolds, Lydia (Alex) Runnels, Mark (Jodi) Perez, Michelle (Jim) Dupre, and William (Diane) Perez, 10 grandchildren, Nicole (Mike) Vegenski, Madeleine Perez, Dr. Alexi Runnels, Brian Dupre, Marc Perez, Alyssa Runnels, Brittany Dupre, Carla Perez, Chad Reynolds and Brooke Dupre, 2 great grandchildren, nephews, nieces and extended family. Emilio was a wonderful man that was loved and will always be cherished. Our "Papa" as he liked to be called by his grandchildren, was an amazing husband, Dad, Papa, uncle and dear friend. A native of Tampa was owner of Buck's Plumbing Supply for 56 years, member of Knight's of Columbus for over 60 years. Mel was a proud and phenomenal poker player and avid world traveler with his devoted wife and family. A funeral service will be held at 11AM on Thursday, May 16, 2019 at Most Holy Redeemer Catholic Church. Interment will follow at Centro Asturiano Memorial Park in Tampa.
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