Bruce F. Mellen Obituary (1949 - 2024)

Bruce F. Mellen, Army Veteran of the Vietnam War, age 75, a resident of Tewksbury, passed away peacefully at Lowell General Hospital on Saturday, September 14, 2024, with his loving family by his side. Bruce was born in the city of Lowell on February 5, 1949, and was the son of the late Donald and Barbara Howard Mellen. Bruce was raised in Lowell with his loving parents and six siblings. He served in the United States Army and fought bravely in the Vietnam War. Bruce was enlisted from January 13,1970 to December 14, 1970, and was a paratrooper/radio operator for the 173 Airbourne Brigade Sky Soldiers. He was a dedicated friend to all his war buddies and loved going to the 173 Airbourne Reunions. Bruce was a very proud Vietnam War Veteran that always honored the American Flag. He always appreciated the VA for their work with veterans and had a special admiration for the care/love the medical staff provided. Bruce loved listening to music, his favorites were rock and roll, jazz, and the blues. His joy in life came from fishing, nature, gardening, playing cards, friends and most of all his time spent with family and his pets. Bruce was a loving and dedicated father to his sons, and they had a bond that was inseparable. Bruce loved his grandchildren who called him Papa. Bruce was loved by everyone that he met in life. He had the best stories, laughter and personality. The Mellen Family would like to thank the Department of Veterans Affairs and the Caregiver Support Program for their outstanding support to our family. Bruce is survived by his two sons, Frederick Mellen; Eric Mellen and his wife Kelly, of Tewksbury; three grandchildren, Jacob Mellen, Dylan Mellen, and Krysta McCallion. Siblings; Beverly Mellen Lindsey, Shaun Mellen, and Debra Mellen Scarpaci. Visiting hours will be held on Sunday, September 22, 2024, from 1pm to 4pm at the DRACUT FUNERAL HOME, 2159 Lakeview Ave., DRACUT. His Graveside Service will be held on Monday at 1pm at St. Patrick Cemetery, 1251 Gorham St., Lowell. KINDLY MEET AT THE CEMETERY. Service Details Visitation When September 22, 2024 1:00pm - 4:00pm Location Dracut Funeral Home Address 2159 Lakeview Avenue Dracut, MA 01826 Graveside Service When September 23, 2024 1:00pm Location St. Patrick Cemetery Address 1251 Gorham Street Lowell, MA 01852 Interment When September 23, 2024 1:00pm Location St. Patrick Cemetery Address 1251 Gorham Street Lowell, MA 01852