Contributions to the tribute of Melvin C. Baker

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Suri Dorai posted a symbolic gesture

Monday, March 29, 2021

It shook me when I heard from multiple sources about the passing away of Mel Baker. The first time I met Mel, was in the Dordrecht plant (in the Netherlands) start-up. I was then pleasantly surprised when DuPont transferred me to the Niagara Falls plant (February 1985) and offered me the privilege of working with Mel – a brilliant Chemist (& a damn good Chemical Engineer as well) & a classy guy. He was considered a ‘legend’ at the Niagara Falls facility; Both Margaret & Mel had helped my family settle down after the transfer in 1985. I would like to pass my sincere condolences to Margaret and the rest of Mel’s family including his daughter who had worked at the NF plant also…………Suri Dorai

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Liz Kahn posted a condolence

Sunday, January 24, 2021

I will always remember Mr. Baker and his amazing dedication to his talented daughter, Jane, and our entire group of young women playing soccer back at a time when women were just starting to make a mark on the sport. He was a bright light, always kind, and I seem to remember he often was accompanied by his seet dog! Jane - my thoughts are with you and your entire family. I lost my father just a few weeks before yours, and I know we can both rely on beautiful memories of two amazing men. XO

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Don Truszkowski lit a candle

Wednesday, January 13, 2021

Mike Blenk and Curt Lawson shared news of Mel's passing with me. My prayers are with Margaret and the whole family. I can remember starting my career at DuPont Niagara in 1979 and being assigned to Mel's Process Assistance Group. I learned a lot from Mel. Now here we are in 2021. Life is a journey that passes all too fast. I'm sure glad I knew Mel!

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Curt Lawson lit a candle

Tuesday, January 12, 2021

So sorry to hear of Mel's passing. Condolences and prayers for comfort to Margaret and the entire Baker family. Mel was a legend at the Niagara DuPont plant, and was a great friend and mentor to me during my time at Niagara. I have so many memories of Mel, but particularly enjoyed our time together during the startup of a new Terathane plant in Dordrecht, Holland. He will certainly be missed, but more importantly, will be remembered by those who worked with him.

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Tom Lewis posted a condolence

Tuesday, January 12, 2021

I was so sorry to hear of Mel's passing. I have only known him for 5-6 years having met him at Niagara Frontier Country Club. Mel quickly became a friend and someone who I respected and admired. I loved his wit and his verbal gamesmanship on the course. I will always remember losing in a sudden death playoff match 2 years ago as Mel made a very long curving putt to eliminate my partner and I. Of course Mel chuckled at our expense. And we chuckled too, maybe a little less hardy as were beaten by an 89 year old golfer. I will always remember Mel fondly and will sincerely miss him. Please accept my condolences on your families loss. Tom Lewis

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Monday, January 11, 2021

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Melvin

1929 - 2021

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