Who is Dick Mell

                                 Who is Dick Mell 

Richard "Dick" Mell 

 Richard "Dick" Mell was a long time Chicago alderman, and a political hero to many. Richard was born in Muskegon Michigan in 1938, and lived there through his childhood. As he grew older he and his wife settled down in Chicago, and Dick opened a spring factory. It was not until 1972 that Richard got himself into politics. Loosing his first run for Democratic committeeman by 500 votes.  From there he worked within the community and built himself into a successful run for alderman in 1975. Taking his seat as the alderman of the 33rd ward.

        Richard went on to hold the seat for 38 years, or 9 terms. As alderman he saw his fair share of Mayors, and political machines. Dick whom is a very well articulated individual told me recently in conversation that he enjoyed his time working within his ward, and that he had worked hard over the years.

       At one point in his early years he had quit his job, Margie his then fiance had dropped his his engagement ring back in his hand and split up with him.  They went on to have three children. Deb Mell, Patricia, and Richard.

    Richard went on to control the 33rd ward for more than 38 years, pushing fourth many laws, and regulations as an alderman, to help better the Chicago community in a whole. With a legacy that will be remembered for many years, and a family whom has worked hard over the past 40 years his name and history will live on forever!