Palladini, Melinda (nee Arbour)

Died suddenly at Collingwood General & Marine Hospital on Wednesday, November 12, 2025 at the age of 74.

Melinda, of Stayner, was the beloved partner of Aldo Villecco for over 28 years. Loving mother of Aaron (Tasha) and Ian (Natalie). Cherished grandmother of Alex, Kaitlyn, Nathan, Aiden, Kevin, John and great-grandmother of Olivia and Ashton. Dear sister of Bernadette and John and predeceased by her sister Theresa and brothers Edmund, Monseigneur Allen, Basil and Richard. Lovingly remembered by her extended family and friends.

Melinda worked in child care in Stayner for many years, influencing the lives of hundreds of children. She will be greatly missed.

Cremation has taken place. Friends are invited to join the family at Carruthers & Davidson Funeral Home, 7313 Highway 26, Stayner on Saturday, November 22, 2025 for visitation from 11 a.m. for the memorial service in the chapel at 1 p.m. The service will be live-streamed for those unable to attend in person. The WATCH WEBCAST link is available under the event details. A reception will follow at St. Patrick's Parish Hall, 215 Pine Street, Stayner.

If desired, donations in memory of Melinda to the Salvation Army or the Heart & Stroke Foundation would be appreciated by the family.