Joseph Melagrano, 88, of Scarsdale New York passed away on June 15th 2021. He was born December 31, 1932 in Mount Vernon NY to the late Dominic and Theresa (Mariano) Melagrano. Joseph was married to Margarite Manuele on May 5, 1956. He served proudly in the United States Navy during the Korean Conflict than devoted his life to his residential building company. He had a love of food, travel, entertainment, the sea and his family.
He is survived by his devoted wife Margarite Melagrano, and his loving children Joseph, Jane, Jeffrey and Jules. He is survived by his brother Dominick and his sister Gloria. Also surviving are his 8 Grandchildren and 7 Great Grandchildren. He is predeceased by his brother Frank and Adolf.
Visitation will be held at the Edwin L. Bennett Funeral Homes on Monday June 21, 2021 from 3-7PM. Mass of Christians Burial will be held Tuesday June 22, 2021 10AM at Immaculate Heart of Mary Church Scarsdale, NY. Burial at the Gate of Heaven Cemetery, Valhalla NY.
In lieu of flowers donations to St. Jude Children's Hospital preferred.