Melvyn A. Silver

I was terribly saddened to learn of Mel's death. Mel was a true gentleman and an incredibly nice person. I knew him as a fellow member of the pharmaceutical trademark bar. Mel was an excellent lawyer and often a voice of reason. I always enjoyed talking to him. He will be truly missed. My heartfelt condolences.

Dear Gayle and Family,
I only recently learned of Mel's passing. It was a pleasure to work with him over many years. He was not only a very competent attorney but was also a wonderful person. My thoughts are with you in this time of grief.
Sincerely,
Louis Davidson

I was very sorry to hear about Mel's loss. I was fortunate to meet him during my stay as an exchange attorney with Pattishal, McAuliffe, Newbury, Hilliard & Geraldson LLP. Mel and I had our offices wall to wall. Mel, his family and colleagues are in my thoughts an prayers.

I am so very sad to have lost a good friend and mentor, but so grateful to have been honored to work with Mel at Miles/Bayer.
Mel made work fun and had a joyous view of life and its absurdities.
This world is much smaller now without Mel's grin and twinkling eyes as he told one of his many jokes and stories.
My love to Gayle, their daughters and all the grandchildren on whom Mel doted. You, more than anything else, made Mel the happy man he was.
Lovingly, Carol Alberti

At a time of pain, may there be comfort.
At a time of sorrow, may there be solace.
At a time of grief, may there be joy.
At a time of silence, may there be words.
When you seek comfort and strength in silence, may words and memories stir you to calm.
Written by Michael Signer ( January 1986)
Gayle, my heartfelt thoughts are with you and your family.

Gayle, my thoughts are with you and your family. Mel was a good friend-- so much fun--and so proud of his wife and daughters. And, of course,a most competent trademark lawyer. I know that you must have wonderful memories of your special life together.
Your friend, Dolores Hanna

Gayle,
Although I didn't get to know and meet your family sooner, the time I was there convinced me that you are a very strong family and will always be there for one another. It was an honor to experience this and to be allowed into your home to care for Mel, the short time I did. My prayers and thoughts are with you in your sorrow, but just know that Mel is listening to some fantastic folk musicians and remember "Bring them home".
Caring,
~Cheryl

I was fortunate to have had a number of conversations with Mel about pharmaceutical trademark matters, most of them involving the role of FDA. He was a great teacher and so generous with his time and talent. George Di Domizio (Green Lane, PA)

Hi Cheryl,
Very sad to hear about your Dad's passing. If it's true that the daughter is a reflectiion of the Father, he must have been a terrific guy.