South Bar
August 31, 1940 – May 2, 2025
It is with heavy hearts that we, the family, announce the passing of Michael ‘Mickey’ Melski at the Cape Breton Regional Hospital, Sydney, at the age of 84. Mickey was the son of the late Anthony and Jennie (Kiec) Melski, formerly of Swan Street in Whitney Pier.
Mickey is survived by his devoted wife of 50 years, Ursula (Woloszyn) Melski; daughters, Janice and Ursula (David); grandson, Jacob; sister, Anne (Charles) Stephens; brothers, Tony and Robert (Marsha) Melski; in-laws, Elizabeth and Selina Melski, Janek, Ella, Heniek, and Ella Woloszyn; as well as many nieces and nephews.
Besides his parents, Mickey was predeceased by sister, Leona Hamper; brothers, Terrance, Ronald ‘Butch’, Donnie, and Joseph Melski; sister-in-law, Anna Melski and brother-in-law, James Hamper.
Mickey graduated from St. FX University and dedicated his teaching career to schools in Whitney Pier, retiring from Memorial Junior High. He also took on roles as a scout leader and coached hockey and baseball.
Mickey held a deep pride for his Polish heritage and his community in the Pier. He dedicated his life to studying and promoting his Polish heritage and loved to talk about the many contributions Poland has made throughout history. He visited Poland several times to see his in-laws and explore more of his roots.
Mickey was an avid gardener, loved his music, especially Polish music, and spending summers outdoors on the Bras D’Or with his family. He was also a devoted Toronto Maple Leafs and Blue Jays fan.
We would like to extend thanks and gratitude to the doctors and staff at the Cape Breton Regional Hospital 4A and ICU units for their care of Mickey in his time of need.
There will be no visitation for the late Michael Melski. Memorial Mass will be celebrated on Thursday, May 8, 2025, at 11 a.m. in St. Mary’s Polish Church, Whitney Pier with Fr. Evo DiPierro officiating. A reception will follow at the Polish Village Hall on Victoria Road. Interment will be in Forest Haven Memorial Gardens, Sydney.
In lieu of flowers, donations in memory of Mickey may be made to Hospice Cape Breton or a charity of your choice.
Funeral arrangements are entrusted to the care and direction of Pier Community Funeral Home.
Dobry Jezu a nasz Panie daj mu wieczne spoczywanie
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Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.
May all the beautiful memories bring you peace at this difficult time.
Ursula and families, I am so sorry for your loss of Mickey. He was a lovely man and taught my son at school. Ursula may your happy memories you have together, bring you comfort in the sad days ahead. Love you , my friend.
Ursula and family ,Our deepest sympathy to you and your family .Mike and Delores Henick
Uncle Mickey was a strong pillar in our family. He is missed.
Love, Michelle
Ursula & Family
So sorry for your loss. Treasure your memories .
My Condolences Ursula and Family for the Loss of Mickey my thoughts and prayers are with you all
Sincere condolences to Ursula and family. May Mickey Rest In Peace.
Mr Melski taught me grade 8 math at WPM such a nice man. My condolences to his family.
Ursula please accept my condolences on the passing of your beloved husband. May he rest in peace Amen
So sorry to hear of Mike’s passing truly a great teacher will be sadly missed by many RIP sir
I would like to extend my condolences to Ursula and family. Mr. Melski was a wonderful teacher. I thought he was a fine human being and he was very patient and kind. He taught me at Don Bosco. He was a favourite of mine.❤️❤️
Mr Melski was my homeroom teacher in grade 8, always like him. I drove him crazy i talked so much … he was always kind and a great, patient teacher with a wonderful dry sense of humor! My sincerest condolences Ursula and to all of the family, xo