George A. DeMello

George A. DeMello of Falmouth, passed away in the Falmouth Hospital surrounded by his family, on Tuesday, December 16, 2014. He was 77. He was the beloved husband of Shirley (Ransom) DeMello of 58 years.

George was born in New Bedford, MA, the son of the late George and Marie (Arnold) DeMello. He served as a sergeant in the United States Marine Corp. He was a graduate of Tabor Academy where he captained the football, wrestling, and Lacrosse teams.

George was the owner and operator of DeMello Electric, serving the Cape Cod community, with both residential and commercial projects. He was a life-long resident of Falmouth. He enjoyed family, friends, sports and animals. He was a known for his quick wit, engaging smile and great sense of humor.

Besides his beloved wife Shirley, George is survived by his children, George DeMello and his wife Molly of Cotuit MA, Tim DeMello and his wife, Lauri of Boston MA & Austin TX, and Lisa (DeMello) Stryke and her husband Phil of Easton MA; brother, Antonio DeMello and his wife Paz of TX; and daughter-in-law, Mary C. DeMello of Medfield MA; 7 grandchildren: Madison, George, Nicole, Zachary, Rachel, Hannah, and Hannah; and many loved nieces and nephews.

The family wishes to thank all his doctors, nurses and the staff at Falmouth Hospital.

Visiting hours will be from 9-11 a.m. on Saturday, December 20th in the Chapman, Cole & Gleason Funeral Home, 475 Main Street FALMOUTH CENTER. Following the visitation, a Funeral Mass will be celebrated at 11:30 a.m. in the Saint Anthony’s Church, 167 East Falmouth Hwy (Route 28) East Falmouth. Burial will be in the Saint Anthony’s Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to Cape Cod Healthcare Foundation for Falmouth Hospital, P.O. Box 370, Hyannis, MA 02601.

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