MAFS expert Mel Schilling dies aged 54
Mel Schilling, beloved MAFS relationship expert, has died aged 54 after a long and courageous battle with cancer.
Born in Appignano del Tronto, Prov. Ascoli Piceno, Italy on 31 March 1936
Passed away surrounded by family in Adelaide, South Australia on 31 December 2025
Aged 89 years
Beloved husband of Giuseppina (Joyce)
Loving father of Marina, Margaret and Rita (all deceased)
Dearly loved son of Enrichetta and Marino and son-in-law of Claudilia and Nazzareno (all deceased)
Much loved brother of Giuliana, Bruna and Rita (deceased), loved brother-in-law of Anna and the brothers-in-law who have passed
Dearly loved cousin of Bruna and Elsa, and Stephen
Loved and respected by all his nieces, nephews, cousins and friends in Australia and Italy
Ben’s love, generosity and kindness for his family will be deeply missed and never forgotten
Our sincere thank you to Dr Geeta Trehan and all the staff who cared for Ben at the North Eastern Community Aged Care
Rest in Peace
Funeral by : Charles Berry & Son
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