Florence A. Meloni
June 28, 1941 - September 18, 2025
Florence A. Meloni, age 84, of Townsend, DE, passed away on Thursday, September 18, 2025.
Born in Bayonne, NJ on June 28, 1941, she was the daughter of the late Frank Beblo and Sophie (Kolowski) Beblo. Florence was an OR nurse at Memorial Hospital and Christiana Hospital. She then went to work at Limestone Medical Center and finally helped to open and manage Glasgow Medical Center where she retired in 2002.
Those who knew her remember her sassy wit and how you could tell her mood by the look in her eyes. Flo always liked to keep busy and was an avid exerciser. When the kids were young, she did ceramics with her girlfriends and always had a cross-stitch project. Florence loved to travel and go on vacations with her one true love Leon even if it was only a quick trip to the beach for ribs at their favorite place. She was known for her cooking and especially her baking which she passed down to her kids. When she retired, Florence devoted her time to two things dear to her heart, her church and her grandkids. Florence helped take care of her grandchildren when she could and passed down family traditions to them – they can all make the best apple pie around.
In addition to her parents, Florence was preceded in death by her sister, Frances Rassmussen; and brother, Matthew Beblo. She is survived by her husband, Leon Meloni; brother, Timothy Beblo (Charlotte); children, Christine Helwig (Christopher), Brian Meloni (Lynn), and Suzanne Rodriguez (Marty); grandchildren, Mark Meloni (Maddi), Angela Meloni, Morgan Heniquez (David), Izabella Rodriguez, Aaron Rodriguez, Richard J. Bain, Jr. (Renee), and Matthew Bain (Brooke); and many nieces and nephews.
A visitation for family and friends will be held from 10 am until 11 am on Tuesday, September 30, 2025, at St. Joseph Parish, 319 E. Main Street, Middletown, DE, where a Mass of Christian Burial will be offered at 11 am. Inurnment will be held privately.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Florence’s memory to Little Sisters of the Poor, 185 Salem Church Road, Newark, Delaware 19713 or online by clicking here; or to the Salvation Army Delaware, 400 North Orange Street, Wilmington, DE 19801 or online by clicking here.
Nancy Noble
My deepest condolences to the entire family. you’re in my thoughts and prayers.
Diane McCalister
The love of an Aunt can be quietly powerful. Though she is gone her legacy lives on in our hearts. Aunt Flo your kindness and spirit will always be remembered. We all will miss you. With all our love Chris and Diane McCalister.🙏
Terry Mills
Sending prayers of courage, strength and comfort.
Linda Lagges DiLoreto
I was so sad to hear of Flo’s passing. I have fond memories of Flo growing up at our family gatherings and holidays. My prayers and condolences go out to my cousin Leon and his children. May she rest in peace.
Bernice Smith
Dear Family l am so sorry for your loss.Flo was a beautiful person.We worked together at Memorial &Christiana Hosp.
Darlene Mummert
A lady who loves ,and a baker is a gift to everyone ❤️. Bless all at this time of loss, Darlene
Renée Pak
My heart goes out to the entire family. I am devastated of Mrs. Meloni passing. Deepest sympathies & condolences. She a very lovely & kind person.
William Esterling
Dear Flo, Carolyn and I were very sorry to hear of your passing. We know you are in a better place now. God bless you and your family. You were a wonderful person and will be missed by all.
Dennis LaFazia
Leon and Family,
Just want to say how sorry I am to hear about Florence’s passing. She was a wonderful person that always seemed to care about everyone around her. She will be dearly missed by family and friends. May she rest in peace!
Cousin Dennis