FALL RIVER - Sharon (Kij) Mello, age 57, of Sunset Hill, Fall River, formerly of 356 Linden St. Fall River, died Friday in Fall River at her home. She was the former wife of Richard J. Mello. She is survived by 1 Son: Richard Lee Mello of New Bedford, 1 Daughter: Pamela de Medeiros of Fall River, 1 Brother: David Kij of Westport, 2 Sisters: Susan Legen of CT and Barbara Clifford of Yarmouthport, MA, 8 Grandchildren and several Nieces and Nephews.
Born in Fall River, the daughter of the late Ludwig Kij and the late Evelyn Ruth (Platt) Kij. She was a resident of Fall River for most of her life. Before retiring, she had worked for many years as a Floor Person for Ideal Bias Mfg. in Fall River. She was also a member of Sacred Heart Church.
Her Funeral will take place from the Manuel Rogers & Sons Funeral Home 1521 North Main Street on Wednesday at 8:00 A.M. followed by a Mass of Christian Burial in Sacred Heart Church at 9:00 A.M. Interment in Oak Grove Cemetery. Calling Hours Tuesday 5:00 – 9:00 P.M.