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Tony Melillo
04-20-2026

Tony Melillo, 60, of Sioux Falls, South Dakota, passed away on April 20, 2026. He was born on the same day, April 20th, 1966, in Orange County, California.

Tony graduated in the Class of 1984 from Lincoln High School. After graduation, he relocated to Las Vegas, Nevada, where he took college courses and worked at the State Hospital. In 1989, a chance encounter would change his life forever: while living in an apartment complex, his soon-to-be wife, Kimberly, “accidentally” locked herself out and knocked on Tony’s door for help. The rest was history. The couple married in November of 1990 and enjoyed camping at Lake Mead, bowling in league, and playing in co-ed softball. They later moved back to Sioux Falls in 1993, where they began raising their family.

Tony is preceded in death by his parents Philip, Sheila, and Alan; also his father- in-law Raymond. He is survived by his loving wife, Kimberly Tuttle-Melillo; his sons, Shelby (Anna) Melillo and Devon (Lauren) Melillo; his daughter, Jayden (Garrett) Melillo; his sister Robin (Jim) Hartle; his brothers, Rick and Marty; his mother-in-law Dianna Tuttle; his brothers in law Marty and Joey; and many beloved nieces, nephews, and great nieces. He also leaves behind two cherished grandchildren, Griffin and Archer.

He built a dedicated career as a master screen printer in Sioux Falls, where he worked for over 30 years. Between contracts of silk screening, Tony worked for 3 different grocers in the meat department. Outside of work, Tony was widely known and respected in the local pool community. A fantastic pool player, he spent many years competing and connecting with teammates and friends from the time he was a teenager to his last years. When he wasn’t shooting pool, he enjoyed bowling with friends and spending summer Friday nights at the softball diamonds, playing in a competitive beer league alongside his close friends. It also wasn't uncommon for Tony & Kim to go to a rock concert, dance together, or sit poolside with a Piña Colada.

Tony courageously battled cancer beginning in 2022. What started as colon cancer later spread through his bloodstream and developed into a brain tumor, for which he underwent surgery and came out on top. Unfortunately, the cancer spread to his lungs as his body got weaker. Through it all, Tony showed incredible strength and determination. He will be remembered as his family's number 1 fan, and a fighter who never gave up, especially for the people he loved. He truly marched with his heart to the beat of his own drum.

Tony leaves a lasting legacy of his strong presence, his friendships, his sense of humor, and the love he had for his family. He lived by faith over fear, with a hint of sarcasm. Tony will be deeply missed by his wife, children, grandchildren, and all who knew him.