John P. Melinski
- Jan 19, 2021
- 2 min read
8/19/1930 - 1/19/2021
OBITUARY
John Paul Melinski (Moe), 90, of New Hyde Park, passed away peacefully at his home surrounded by his family on January 19th, 2021. John was born in New Hyde Park to John P. and Estelle Melinski on August 19th, 1930. He married Grace (née Zupo) in 1956. John lived a life of service. He was a veteran of the United States Air Force, serving in the Korean War. John was a Village of Floral Park Police Officer and Detective. He was also an active member of the New Hyde Park Fire Department for over 70 years, serving both as Chief and Fire Commissioner. John received multiple citations and recognitions in both the police and fire departments. He was an active member of local organizations and clubs such as the Elks and Lions Clubs. John was also quite an athlete, playing fast pitch softball. In 1987, he was inducted into the Long Island A.S.A. Hall of Fame as pitcher for the Franklin Square Royals and the Floral Park Bombers. John is preceded in death by his wife Grace. He is survived by his children Susan Horan (Jimmy) of Rockaway, NJ and Dr. John Melinski of Garden City, NY. John is also survived by his grandchildren James John Horan (fiancée Marla), Brianna Grace Horan, and his most beloved grand dog Fabi.
In lieu of flowers, please make donations in John's name to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital.
VISITATION
Sunday, January 24
2:00 - 4:30 PM & 7:00 - 9:30 PM
New Hyde Park Funeral Home
506 Lakeville Road, New Hyde Park, NY MASS OF CHRISTIAN BURIAL
Monday, January 25
11:00 AM
St. Hedwig’s Roman Catholic Church 1 Depan Avenue, Floral Park, NY
INTERMENT
Long Island National Cemetery 2040 Wellwood Ave, Farmingdale, NY
Sorry to hear of John's passing. He had been a fixture in our lives too. So many ways he was a friend to so many. In my earliest years I knew him from the NHPFD with my father. And then we spent many a day or night at Shea Stadium watching the Jets. John's seat was right next to our at the very top of the ground level. Then years and years I'd see John at my father's beirthday parties out in Jamesport. And then who can forget his snow plowing. He always kept busy and was a gentleman. I mourn his passing.
Sincere condolences to the Melinski and Horan Families. My thoughts and prayers are with you, God Bless
We are so sorry for your loss. We extend our deepest sympathies to the whole family.
The Ciccone Family
We extend our deepest sympathies to you all. We are so sorry for your loss..
May he Rest In Peace..
With all our love.
The Staikos family
Sorry to hear of John's
passing. We both served in the FD and PD. I was encouraged
to join the NCPD by
John along with Dick Sinski, Tom O'Hara and
Lenny Kowalski - thank
all of you for those 37 years in the PD. May you Rest In Peace.
I will not be able to attend because of crowds and the virus.