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NewsColony Melrose Park coronavirus: Funeral held for officer who died from COVID-19 HILLSIDE, Ill. (WLS) — Melrose Park said a tearful goodbye to one of its own on Wednesday. RELATED: Latest news and updates on Illinois coronavirus cases, Chicago area impact What appeared to be an endless stream of flashing lights paid tribute to a life of service lived by Melrose Park police officer Joseph Cappello, 55. His passing is the department’s first COVID-related death. “Joe was really a good guy,” Melrose Park Mayor Ron Serpico said. “He was very diligent about his job, but he also had a heart. He was really just a good guy. He took his job seriously.” During a Wednesday afternoon funeral in west suburban Hillside, the veteran law man was remembered as a hero dedicated to both his family and his community. RELATED: Melrose Park police officer dies from coronavirus Social distancing only allowed for immediate family to be present for the service, so fellow officers and other law enfor...