Pete Neo Melonas

Pete Neo Melonas, 72, of Weirton, WV, died Saturday, November 16, 2002, at his home. Pete was born on May 14, 1930 in Weirton, WV, the son of the late Neoptolemos and Argiro Kreatsas Melonas. He was also preceded in death by his brother, Matthew Melonas. Pete retired as a time keeper, from the Tin Mill Department of Weirton Steel, in 1984. He graduated from Weir High School in 1948, attended the College of Steubenville and West Texas State University. He served his country during the Korean War in the United States Air Force. Pete was a member of the Boy Scouts of America, for 60 years. He held numerous positions, including Merit Badge Counselor, District Committee, Institutional Representative, Neighborhood Commissioner, Webelos Den Leader, Assistant Scoutmaster, and Scoutmaster. He was the recipient of the God and Country Award, Scouter's Training Award, Scouter's Key, and Eagle Scout with four palms. He attended many National Jamborees. Pete was the first Fort Steuben Area Council representative, and the first Greek Orthodox to attend a World Jamboree. Pete attended the 1947 World Jamboree, held in France. He was a member of the All Saints Greek Orthodox Church, A.H.E.P.A. Lodge 103, American Legion Post 10, Korean War Veteran Association , and All Saints Senior Citizens. Surviving include his wife, Despina Kyriakodis Melonas, whom he married on January 20, 1957; his son, Pete P. Melonas, and his wife Nancy of Weirton, WV; his daughter, Argiro Latousakis, and her husband Nick of Weirton, WV; his brother, Michael Melonas ,and his wife Alexandra of Weirton, WV; his godchildren, Anthony Melonas, Panteli Hajioannou, and Kallysta Barnish; his six nieces and nephews Visitation will be 7-9 PM Sunday and 4-9 PM Monday at the Greco Hertnick Funeral Home 3219 Main Street Weirton, WV Additional visitation will be held Tuesday 10 AM until the time of funeral services at 11 AM, at the All Saints Greek Orthodox Church, 3528 West Street, Weirton The Very Rev. Father Terry J. Linos will officiate. Interment will follow at the Chestnut Ridge Cemetery in Florence, PA, with military graveside services conducted by the American Legion Post 10 Honor Guard, the VFW 2716 Firing Squad, and the Tri State Marine Corp. Memorial contributions may be made to the All Saints Greek Orthodox Church, P.O. Box 128 Weirton, WV 26062 View obituary /share tributes with his family at www.grecohertnick.com Funeral Home: Greco Hertnick Funeral Home 3219 Main Street Weirton, WV US 26062