Melissa A. Vitagliano

Melissa A. Vitagliano, age 42, of Brigantine, NJ, passed away on June 10, 2025. Born in Voorhees, NJ, Melissa was a vibrant and creative soul who touched the lives of those around her with her artistry, humor, and deep love for nature.

Melissa was a gifted and passionate artist who found joy in coloring, painting, playing guitar, and writing poetry. She was deeply spiritual and felt a strong connection to the earth, moon, crystals, animals - especially turtles. Her funny and quirky personality brought light and laughter to those who knew her.

Above all, Melissa was a devoted and loving mother. Her son was the center of her world, and she loved him endlessly and unconditionally.

She is survived by her beloved son, Dane Estler; her father, Francis Vitagliano (Lisa); her mother, Michelle Wink (David Wink); her sisters, Victoria Vitagliano and Jessica Serrano (Manuel Serrano); her cherished Goddaughter, Kayla Drisch; and her nephews, Jordan, Kameron, Jiovanni, and Lochlan. Melissa was predeceased by her brother, Francis Vitagliano, Jr.

Relatives and friends are invited to attend her visitation on Tuesday, June 17, 2025, from 5:00 PM to 6:30 PM at LeRoy P. Wooster Funeral Home & Crematory, 441 White Horse Pike, Atco, NJ 08004. A memorial service will follow at 6:30 PM.

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to Save the Turtles by clicking here, in honor of Melissa's love for turtles.