Jonathan M. Melli

Jonathan M. Melli, age 38, passed away Tuesday May 9, 2023, at home.

Born in Rahway, to Chester and Patricia Melli, he resided in Clark for many years before moving to Rahway 16 years ago. He worked as a security guard for Gateway Security Inc. at Loreal in South Brunswick.  Jonathan  was a longtime  die-hard Las Vegas Raiders fan. He loved and exceled in football, basketball and track throughout his life. He was a member of the 2002 Clark Crusaders State Championship football team. He attended Bryant College on a football scholarship. He wore the #9 proud.  He loved spending time with his niece and nephew and vacationing in Wildwood Crest every year.  Best known as Uncle JJ by his family.

He is survived by his parents, Chester and Patricia Melli; one sister Danielle M. Wray (Edward M. Wray); one niece and goddaughter Alyssa Wray; one nephew Edward M. Wray, Jr.; many aunts, uncles, five cousins, and two second cousins.   He is also survived by his loving football and basketball family.

Relatives and friends are kindly invited to attend the Visitation on Monday May 15, 2023, from 4-8 pm, at the Krowicki Gorny Memorial Home 211 Westfield Ave. Clark, NJ 07066. A Funeral Service will be offered on Tuesday May 16, 2023, 10 am, at the Funeral Home. Friends and family can arrive for 9:30 am. Cremation Services are Private.

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