Mele, Robert R. – of Northport, on October 24th, 2015, in his 86th year. Beloved husband of the late Helen (nee Spina). Devoted father of Thomas R. (Barbara) Mele and Katherine J. (William) Burke. Loving grandfather of Christopher (Allison) Mele, Nicholas (Sarah) Mele, Mellisa (Thomas) Pansini and Katelyn Burke. Cherished by his great grandchildren Sophia and Christopher Jr. Fond brother of Adele Piaquadio, the late Vincent Mele and the late Rocco Mele. Reposing Nolan & Taylor-Howe Funeral Home, 5 Laurel Avenue, Northport, Friday 2-5 & 7-9 PM. Funeral Mass Saturday, 10 AM at Our Lady Queen of Martyrs Church, Centerport. Interment with Military Honors to follow at Northport Rural Cemetery.