Felix “Jim” James Mealo, 78, of Rachel, passed away on Friday, August 15, 2025 at Mon General Hospital. He was born in Fairmont, WV on September 11, 1946 to the late Felix Mealo and Ammie “Jean” May (Tucker) Mealo.
Jim was a proud Veteran having served in the United States Army. He was a 1964 graduate of East Fairmont High School. Jim worked for CONSOL (Robinson Run / Oakdale Portal) as a coal miner and was a firm member of UMWA. He was a talented woodworker, a true “Mr. Fix-It”, loved flying R/C planes, family gatherings and time spent with his grandsons, Gage and Spencer … especially the one that brought the greatest joy these last 4 years … Liam!
He is survived by two daughters: Nika Mealo and Tina Hagan and husband George; one son, Tony Ware and wife Teresa; three grandsons: Gage Watson and wife Melissa, Spencer Sabak and wife Brooke and Trevor Ware and wife Tawney; one granddaughter: Taylor Fowler and husband Everett; four great grandsons: Liam Watson, Tatum Ware and Tucker and Turner Fowler; one great granddaughter, Teslyn Ware; two sisters: Darlena Stansberry and Debra Layman; two brothers in law, Chris Dick and Bob Hall; nephews and nieces: Lori (Nick), Sam (Tracy), Kevin, Jeff (Rhonda), Roger (Sherri), Jimmy, Diann and many more nieces and nephews And the man Jim considered his closest friend, whom he loved dearly and considered family, Darrell Toothman and his entire family.
In addition to his parents, Jim is preceded in death by his wife, Nila Kay (Williams) Mealo; two sisters: Gloria Dick and Linda Campbell; two brothers in law: Don Stansberry and Harvey Campbell and one nephew, Steve Stansberry.
Jim (Dad/Gramp) was a man of integrity and honor. Always quick with a sarcastic comment to get a laugh or any reaction. He taught us love and great strength by the examples he lived by. Dad / Gramp will be greatly missed by not only our family but so many who knew him.
The family would like to extend a heartfelt “Thank You” to Dr. Todd Tallman and Endoscopy / Emergency Department for truly going above and beyond with great compassion.
***We, Nika and Tina, would like to ask that those coming Wednesday to please dress for comfort the way Dad always did. Let’s gather, share memories with each other and enjoy a meal in Dad’s honor***
Family and friends will be received and Dorsey Funeral Home, 701 S. Pike St., Shinnston, on Wednesday, August 20, 2025 from 12:00pm until 6:00pm. Funeral service to follow immediately with Minister Michelle Dye officiating. Full Military Honors provided by the United States Army and Harrison County Honor Guard. Inurnment to Pisgah Cemetery at the family’s’ convenience.
Dorsey Funeral Home is honored to be handling the arrangements for the Mealo family.
