Red Bank-born Garrett D. Melicia, more recently of North Port, FL, passed away on Wednesday, Nov. 13, 11 months after suffering a heart attack. He was 64.

Garrett and his twin sister, Lauren, were born to Dominick D. and Joan I. Brownridge Melicia, on Oct. 29, 1960, in Red Bank. He was a graduate of St. Thomas More High School, Montville, CT, and Montclair State College.

“Garrett was a hard worker in many of his parents’ businesses, including partnering and operating Dom’s Cherry Street Deli for over 30 years. He was a loving father to his daughter, Monica, and devoted son to his beloved parents, whom he cared for in their last few years. He loved food, his 4-legged friends, a good flea market, and the racetrack. Garrett will be remembered for his big heart and love for his family and friends (especially his college ‘brothers’).”

Loved ones of Garrett Melicia in his obituary

Garrett was predeceased by: his parents and his beloved aunt, Barbara Colleran.

He is survived by: his daughter, Monica Melicia; his siblings, Michael Melicia, Mark Melicia (Tara), Lauren Procopio (Frank) and Lesley Mazzilli (Ed); his 13 nieces and nephews; 13 great-nieces and nephews and many aunts, uncles and cousins (his first best friends); his goddaughters, Michelle Melicia and Hope Mazzilli; and his best friend, Barry Brown.

A service will be held on Saturday, Dec.7, from 1 to 3 p.m., at John E. Day Funeral Home, 85 Riverside Avenue, Red Bank, NJ 07701.