Richard Melesky passed away on September 29, 2024. He was 82. Born in Jersey City he was a Kearny resident. Visiting will be on Friday October 4, 2024 from 3 until 7:00 p.m. at the Armitage Wiggins Funeral Home. His service will be that evening at 6:30 and private cremation will follow.
Rich was a driver for Prudential Insurance Company. He served in the U.S. Army from 1961 to 1964 and was a member of the American Legion. He was a true sports fan but most of all a devout family man.
He was the husband of the late Rita (nee Tuite) and father of Nancy Graham (John), Janice Campbell (Randy) and Allison Melesky. Brother of Cynthia Shields. He was also the grandfather of Erin, Danielle, Charlie and the late Adam.