Melo, of Everett, John C., on December 1st at age 81. Devoted husband of the late Irene (Pacheco) Melo. Beloved father of Mary Maillett, John and Larry Melo. Loving father in law of Maria Melo and Paul Maillett. Also survived by 6 Grandchildren, sisters, brothers and many nieces, nephews, cousins and loving friends. Funeral from The Rogers Funeral Home, 380 Cambridge St. Cambridge., Thursday at 8:00 am, followed by a funeral mass in St. Anthony's Church, Cambridge at 9:00 am. Visiting hours for John will be Wednesday from 4:00 to 8:00 pm. All friends and relatives are welcome to attend. Interment will be in The Holy Cross Cemetery in Malden.