Benjamin Melendez Obituary - Visitation & Funeral Information

Life Legacy Benjamin Melendez, of Norwalk and formerly of Stamford, CT, passed away at Norwalk Hospital on Saturday, June 18, 2016 with his family at his side. He was 68 years old. He was born in Morovis, Puerto Rico on July 7, 1947 and was one of thirteen children born to the late Francisco Melendez and Tomasa Ramos.Benjamin came to the United States at the age of 18 and settled in Stamford - where he resided for 44 years before retiring to Florida with his wife Angela. Benjamin worked 25 years as a maintenance engineer for New Neighborhoods Inc. of Stamford where he was a loyal and dedicated employee, and a tireless worker who always took his responsibilities seriously. When he wasn't at work Benjamin loved to socialize with his many good friends, playing cards or a game of dominos. He had a great sense of humor and always loved to joke around and bring smiles to people's faces. Above all else, Benjamin loved spending time with his family. He will be sadly missed by all those who knew and loved him.Benjamin is survived by his beloved wife of 40 years; Angela Maria Melendez (Lopez), his three daughters; Marina Melendez, Maria Melendez and husband Carlos Arredondo and Viviana Melendez and husband Jorge Abad, his four grandchildren; Tiffany, Kaitlynn, Jason and Gabriela, four sisters and seven brothers. In addition to his parents, Benjamin was preceded in death by his brother; Sergio Melendez.The Melendez family will be receiving the condolences of friends and family on Friday, June 24, 2016 from 5pm to 9pm at Bosak Funeral Home, 453 Shippan Ave., Stamford, CT 06902. A mass of Christian burial will take place at 10am on Saturday, June 25, 2016 at St. Mary R.C. Church, 566 Elm Street, Stamford, CT 06902.The family has entrusted the arrangements to Bosak Funeral Home, 453 Shippan Avenue, in Stamford. If you care to leave an online condolence message you may visit the family on Facebook at www.facebook.com/bosakfuneralhome.

Benjamin Melendez

July 2, 1947 - June 18, 2016