Dolor “Sam” Mello, 80, of Westport died Wednesday, June 8, 2011 at home. He was husband of Dolores (Houde) Mello.
Born in Westport, he was son of the late Joseph Mello, Sr. and the late Clara (Curt) Mello. A veteran of the Korean War, he served his country in the U.S. Army. Prior to retirement, he worked for Westport Community Schools. Mr. Mello was a member of the V.F.W. Ouellette Post 8502 of Westport and was a former Communicant of St. George Church, Westport.
Including his wife, survivors include 2 brothers: William Mello of Westport and Joseph Mello, Jr. of New Bedford; and many nieces and nephews.
He was brother of the late: John Mello, Antone Mello, Evelyn Berube, Clothilda Lapoint, Mary Martin, Olive Mello and Alice Heon.
Graveside service to which relatives and friends are invited will be Saturday, June 11, 2011 at Beech Grove Cemetery, Westport at 10:00 A.M.
Calling hours Friday 4 – 7 P.M. at the Potter Funeral Home.
Flowers are acceptable or memorial donations may be made to: Beacon Hospice, 182 N. Main St., Fall River, MA 02720.