Melvin E. "Mel" Lafferty

1928 - 2012

Melvin E. "Mel" Lafferty obituary, 1928-2012, Homosassa, FL

BORN

1928

DIED

2012

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Wilder Funeral Home

4890 South Suncoast Blvd

Homosassa, Florida

Melvin Lafferty Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Nov. 13, 2012.

Melvin Lafferty, 84, of Homosassa, passed away Nov. 13, 2012 under the loving care of his family and HPH Hospice. Mel was born in Troy, N.Y., to Clifford and Emma Lafferty. He graduated from Siena College and the American College with a degree in CLU. He worked for Metropolitan Life Ins. Co. for 30 years, retiring as a regional manager in Syracuse, N.Y. Upon graduating from high school, he joined the U.S. Navy and played in Washington, DC in the Fleet Band on the West coast and throughout the Far East. He continued as an active musician when obtaining his college degree, playing with the big bands throughout New York State and New England. He was recalled to active duty during the Korean War and served in the Army Third Division in Korea as a forward observer, being discharged as a First Lieutenant. Upon moving to Homosassa in 1989, he kept active in many organizations such as Kiwanis, the CVPOA, American Legion and West Citrus Elks, while golfing at Sugarmill Woods and Southern Woods.
Remebering him with love are is wife of 60 years, Dorothy; son, Lee Lafferty; daughter, Lynn Gallagher; grandchildren, Christy, Tameko, Paula, Zabrina and Zachary and great grandchildren, Brittany, Victoria and Sara, along with his many friends. A memorial service and West Citrus Elks Lodge #2683 ceremony will be 11 a.m., Friday, Nov. 16, 2012 at Wilder Funeral Home, Homosassa, with Chaplain Carl Hemphill officiating. Mel's family will receive friends at 10:30 AM until time of service. A celebration of Mel's life will be with his family and friends at the Elks Lodge following the memorial service. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations in his memory be made to Hospice of Citrus County, P.O. Box 641270, Beverly Hills, FL 34465 or HPH Hospice, 3545 N. Lecanto Highway, Beverly Hills, FL 34465. www.wilderfuneralhome.com.

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December 8, 2013

Sending my holiday love to Mel in Heaven., dot

December 8, 2013

dorothy Lafferty

Although a year has passed by, you are
deeply missed every day, every hour.
Our love was a long and lasting one.

Dot

December 4, 2012

It was a privilege knowing Mel. He was always a lot of fun to be around. We will miss him.

Mel and Tina Beckelhimer

November 24, 2012

Veronica Davis

I will remember Mel fondly and hope that the wonderful legacy that he left will continue through his family. He was a wonderful man who was loved by all. My deepest sympathies to all who were touched by him <3

November 20, 2012

Pete and Sylvia LaVallee

Sorry to hear of Mel's passing. We think of the good times together.

November 16, 2012

John & Lynda Colomb

we will miss Mel but, more importantly, we will remember him (especially for his terrific sense of humor).

November 16, 2012

Steve & Sandy Mott

Mel was a wonderful man. We always enjoyed our time together, especially the Christmas get togethers...some great memories to cherish.

November 15, 2012

Dot,Joyce and I offer our sincere sympathy on learning of Mel's passing. We have often thought of you and Mel. I especially remember the good times we had playing golf as partners during our Radison years. We will have you in our prayers as you go forward during this difficult time in your life.
Joyce and Jim Acles Louisville, KY

November 15, 2012

Joe & Beth Tarnowski

A nice guy and a loving husband. He will be missed. Our prayers are with you, Dot.

November 15, 2012

Verner & Jane Mize

Death ends a life, not a relationship Memories of the good times means Mel will never go away...he will live on in our hearts forever!!!!!

November 15, 2012

to the Lafferty family, my thoughts and prayer go out to the family. Mel was a wonderful man. Thank you for the pleasure of getting to know him. Mari Lafferty

November 15, 2012

Maryellen Dodge and family

Dot and family,
I have nothing but wonderful memories of Mel. He was a wonderful and loving man. You are in our prayers.

November 15, 2012

Therese Livermore

My sincere sympathy to the family of Mel. He was a model neighbor and a good friend to all on Masters Drive.

November 15, 2012

Dolores Wilson

Mel, We will miss you but have many memories of all the years and adventures we have shared.
Love
Dolores and Bob

November 13, 2012

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