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Melvin Baker Obituary

BAKER, MELVIN M. "MEL" 72, of Cranston passed away on Monday, June 1, 2015 at Philip Hulitar Hospice Center. He was the beloved spouse of Michael C. Moretti. Mel and Michael spent 40 wonderful years together. Born in Fall River, MA, he was the son of the late Nathan and Celia (Pinsky) Baker. Mel was the President and Co-Owner of Mel & Me, Ltd. He was a graduate of Providence College and served in The United States Army during the Vietnam War. He leaves behind his beloved family and devoted friends. His Funeral Service will be held on Thursday, June 4, 2015 at 1:00 pm in the Historic Chapel of Swan Point Cemetery, 585 Blackstone Boulevard, Providence. The family will also receive relatives and friends on Thursday from 4-7 pm at his late residence, 280 Norwood Avenue, Cranston. In lieu of flowers, gifts in Mel's memory to Home & Hospice Care of RI, 1085 North Main Street, Providence, RI 02904 would be appreciated. Arrangements by THE URQUHART-MURPHY FUNERAL HOME. www.murphyfuneralhomes.org

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Published by The Providence Journal on Jun. 3, 2015.

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Edmund Fred Gerhardt

May 28, 2023

A classy guy who I and my husband, Tony, were glad to know him. Tony knew him from their time at Classical High School. Well remembered.

Marilyn Kagan

June 25, 2015

Michael, I'm so sorry. I met Mel in Philadelphia, and when I moved back to Providence, I would have visited him more if I drove. I always cared about him, and admired him. I still have the wall hanging that he gave me for my house. How sad. Marilyn

Elton Salinas

June 23, 2015

Not sure if Mel was the same guy I was stationed with at Ft Polk, La in 1968-69? Mel was also a groomsman in my wedding in Houston prior to my discharge.. I have seen Mel since but in this life I could never forget him.. He was a wonderful guy & my wife & I always regretted not being able to find him.. If this is the Mel I knew I am very sad & my deepest condolences to u.. Elton Salinas

Ellen Gray

June 12, 2015

Dear Michael,
I'm so very sorry to hear of Mel's passing. I have such wonderful memories of Mel and days gone by. My thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time.

Paula Lamoriello

June 11, 2015

Michael, so sorry to hear of Mel's passing, may he be in a better place and your memories will always be with you!

Tom Sacco

June 8, 2015

So sad to hear the news of Mel's passing. Such a Wonderful man. Always with a smile and kind word. Thoughts and prayers to Michael and all extended family. Deepest condolences. Tom Sacco

Steve and Brian

June 6, 2015

Michael- devastated and so deeply sorry about the loss of Mel. We know you have so many loving memories of him that will stay with you forever. The service was simply beautiful. So blessed to have you as our neighbors and friends. Mel was one of a kind and a great man that will always be in our memories too.

June 5, 2015

Dear Michael,
I have been away and just got a text from Aly..I had no idea. I am so very sorry to hear this incredibly sad news. Although I haven't seen Mel in a long time I think of him fondly..and you, of course. My deepest sympathy and I wish you peace & healing . My love to you. Maggie Gordon

joyce starr

June 5, 2015

Dear michael,Brenda,and the rest of the gang, I am so sad to learn of my friends passing . He was such a kind,caring,special guy with the best of taste in my book. I knew mel for over 55 years. Time goes by so quickly. I pray that you will all be left with fulfilling memories of a great guy. I also hope that Hospice gave him a peaceful and pain free passing. Joyce starr

Colette Howarth

June 4, 2015

Dear Michael
My sympathy goes out to you with the loss of Mel. Over this pass year, i got to know him from seeing and talking with him every Friday. I will miss him and all the talks that we had.
Sincerely Colette

June 4, 2015

Dear Michael, Brenda and all of the Mel & Me Staff, I was so saddened to learn of Mel's passing and wish I could be with all of my Mel & Me family today. I was hoping I would get a chance to see Mel's smiling face when I return to RI next week. It is a privilege to be considered part of your special family even though I have been retired for over 10 years. I shall miss Mel and remember him as a beautiful person--kind, caring, smart and so stylish with his great sense of fashion for both women and men. Our thoughts and prayers are with you, and especially with you Michael. May all of your wonderful memories of Mel bring you comfort. I look forward to seeing and hugging all of you when I return.
Much love, Lorraine & Irving

Ethel Axelrod

June 4, 2015

Michael my heartfelt sympathy to you and Mel's family , he was a very special person and will be missed by many. Rest in peace Mel

Daniella Oliver and family

June 4, 2015

Mel and the rest of his Mel & Me family always treated my mom like gold!!!! She absolutely adored him and his loss will be felt for a long time to come. RIP Mel. You will be missed

June 4, 2015

Mel you are a beautiful person. My family loved spending time with you and Michael. We will remember you always.
Love, Lisa, Bobby, Lauren & Chelsea

Dwares and Weingeroffs

June 4, 2015

The Dwares and Weingeroffs want you to know our thoughts are with you during this sad time. Thank you Mel for bringing fashion to RI.

June 4, 2015

Michael,
Mel & I were friends for 48 years, starting on March 7, 1967 when we were both drafted into the Army. I have cherished his friendship & shall miss his smile. I feel a great, great loss.
Russ Sollitto

Scott Jabagjorian

June 4, 2015

Michael,
I am so sorry and so shocked to learn of Mel's passing .. . he always had a nice smile on his face, and always had a kind or funny word to say.
Sincere condolences,
Scott & Renee

June 4, 2015

Mel you will be truly missed and Michael may all your beautiful memories of Mel make you smile.
Love, Anthony, Mona,Anthony jr, Kim, and Elizabeth Albanese

Nina Axelrod-Schucker

June 4, 2015

Mel you were one of the best. my deepest thoughts to Michael and Brenda and all of those who knew and loved this man.

Joanne Hirsch

June 4, 2015

Michael,

So sorry for your loss. I will always remember Mel as charming, kind and caring to all. How can you forget that smile.

Nichole Hersey

June 3, 2015

Michael,
Until the day we all meet again, cherish the memories of the wonderful 40 years you shared. I'm deeply sorry. Xo

Paula Resmini

June 3, 2015

We are very saddened to learn of dear Mel's passing. He will be remembered as a savvy business man with a keen eye for fashion and fun. The special outfits and Mel's expert advice will be fondly recalled. My sympathies to Michael and Mel's family,friends and staff as you mourn his loss! Sincere condolences, Paula and Ronald Resmini

Jo-Anne Micheletti

June 3, 2015

Michael,
My deepest sympathy. I am shocked to hear of Mels passing. I only recently found out about his illness. Please know if there is anything at all I can do I am only down the street. I will see you tomorrow. Me and Zaviera send our deepest sympathy.

Sharon Adler

June 3, 2015

Michael, Brenda I am so sorry for your loss. Mel was truly among the best and he will be missed by all who knew him. I am speechless. I would be at the funeral tomorrow but I have commitments that are inviolate. My heart will be with you all.
Sharon

Karen Goldberg Harris

June 3, 2015

My deepest condolences to all Mel's family and friends. He will be sorely missed by all of us in this community. He was a fine man of grace and style,always greeting you with a warm smile.

Lana

June 3, 2015

Mel will be missed by all that had the privilege of knowing him. His compassion, kindness, caring, wisdom and laughter will live on in all of us.
Michael, Mel often said "Family by Choice".Thank you for allowing me to share some of your 40 years together. So many wonderful times with M&M.
Rest in peace Mel, we are all better people for having known you.

June 3, 2015

Dear Mike,

I am so sorry for your loss. Mel was such a nice person, always smiling and very kind to me and Nik. How I loved coming into the shop and having him pick out clothes for her to try on. He was so good at what he did. My prayers and thoughts are with you.
Jackie Hersey

Connie Roa

June 3, 2015

I'm deeply sorry for your loss Michael, Mel was incredible human being, always with the right words and smile..

Joseph T. Duffy

June 3, 2015

Michael, I was saddened to hear of Mel' s death. I have many fond memories of him and Celia spending many holidays at our house. Please accept my condolences and know that you are in my thoughts and prayers. My sincere sympathy.

Rowena Dery

June 3, 2015

Michael, I was shocked and dismayed to get Esta's call. Our thoughts are with you. I will sorely miss having Mel's style and input in my closet.

Peter Prip

June 3, 2015

There are precious few people in this world who can light up a room, who simply make you feel good when you are in their company. Even though we may not see these friends with great regularity we come to think of them as essential in our lives. Mel was such a friend. Though we are sad we are grateful/honored for his gift of friendship. We will cherish his memory Leslie ,Peter and Lilly

June 3, 2015

Michael, I am so sorry for your loss. Mel was an incredibly special person who found a way to make all of us feel a bit more special as we moved through our day to day lives. You are in my thoughts.
Tina Benik

June 3, 2015

Michael when I heard you were the first thought in my mind. I am so sorry. I am still in shock. How i loved Mel. I will always see the two of you in my mind. Fashion will never be the same. I love you guys. Florence!

Kimberly Sacco

June 3, 2015

Dear Mel.
I learned another one of life's lessons today. To not let time go by without seeing friends and those you admire and respect. You were all of those to me. You taught me I could be fashionable and dress well. I loved trying every new piece with you and being transformed. I was 30 and never really learned those lessons. You gave me the confidence to take chances and and buy nice clothes for myself. Oh and the shoes!!! How I came to love shoes!! I can never thank you for the time you took with me, the kindness you showed me, the wonderful light that shined in your eyes every moment spent together, and your smile, that welcoming and embracing smile. You made me feel safe in a world that was foreign to me. Sorry I never took the time to stop by and to see you and talk with you again. I lost that moment. I still have a dress to pick up and it will be so different this time. I should have listened to my gut and picked it up months ago. I will always hold you in my heart though and when I see a piece of clothing or pair of shoes that makes my heart will burst and I will smile a little smile to you in thanks of all the lessons I learned. Thank you so much and my you rest in peace.

To Micheal,
I am so heartbroken for you and the loss of Mel. My thoughts and prayers are with you. I will be sending healing thoughts and strength to get through this difficult time. I am so sorry I have not stopped in. It crossed my mind every day and now I know why. I got wrapped up in my own world and problems. I would have said prayers and helped out in any way I could. I am so sorry for letting that moment go.

The song is ended, but the melody lingers on...
Irving Berlin

Mel, the legacy you have left all women will never die. Your style and kindness can never be forgotten.

Thank you for coming into my life and changing it for the better.

Jeff & Gina Giusti

June 3, 2015

Jeff and I are so very sorry for your loss Michael. Mel was a true gentleman. Please know our thoughts and prayers are with you and his family. xo

June 3, 2015

Michael, you have my deepest condolences.
Maureen Lema

June 3, 2015

We send our love to you Michael... what a great guy Mel was!!! A great friend.

June 3, 2015

We send our love to you Michael... what a great guy Mel was!!! A wonderful friend!
Ed and Tony

Lise Gescheidt

June 3, 2015

Classy, stoic, funny, compassionate, smart, brave. This is the Mel Baker I have known and will miss so much. My heart goes out to Michael, their friends and family.

Maxine Factor

June 3, 2015

Michael,
So sorry to have learned of cousin Mel's passing. I hope that your beautiful memories of him will help you thru this very difficult time.
Love,
Maxine

June Mogavero

June 3, 2015

I am so saddened to read of Mel's passing. He was such a gentleman & class act. My thoughts & prayers to Michael & all of his family & friends & deepest sympathy. He is soaring w/the angels.....love, June

Don & Maria Shore

June 3, 2015

Michael sorry to read of Mel passing
He will be missed, our thoughts and prayers are with you

Ron and Marilyn Caniglia

June 3, 2015

We've lost a brilliant, kind, and irreplaceable friend in Mel who made every gathering memorable by his presence. It was a blessing and privilege to know him.

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