WWII Veteran & Founder of Chelo's Restaurants, Amet Chelo, Dies at 96

WWII Veteran & Founder of Chelo's Restaurants, Amet Chelo, Dies at 96

Chelo, Amet, 96, passed away Saturday, February 12, 2022 at home surrounded by his loving family.

Born in Lincoln, he was the son of the late Hysen and Julia (Sefedia) Chelo.

He served during WWII in the Air Corps. Amet was the founder of Chelo’s Restaurants.

GET THE LATEST BREAKING NEWS HERE -- SIGN UP FOR GOLOCAL FREE DAILY EBLAST

He was the beloved father of Debra L. Grenier, Glenn B. Chelo, Craig W. Chelo and Kimberly J. Whalen; brother of Benjamin Chelo and James Chelo and the late Louis J. Chelo; grandfather of eleven and great grandfather of two.

His funeral and burial will be private.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions to the Alzheimer’s Association, 245 Waterman Street, Suite 306, Providence, RI 02906, will be appreciated.

For information and condolences, visit Tucker-Quinn Funeral Home.