Melamed, Alexander of North Reading and formerly of Waltham and Revere passed away on August 9, 2013. Beloved husband of the late Charlotte Melamed. Devoted father of Bruce Melamed and his wife Anne and Joyce Melamed. Dear brother of Israel Melamed and his wife Laurie and the late Gertrude Katz. Loving grandfather of Kristen, Kayla, and Kelsey. Also survived by his devoted companion Judith Dideo. Graveside services will be held at the Woodlawn Cemetery, 302 Elm St. Everett, MA 02149 on Monday, August 12, 2013 at 11AM. A side note for those attending Mr. Melamed’s service, please meet at the cemetery entrance on Elm Street. Donations in Alexander’s memory may be made to; Dana-Farber Cancer Institute Breast Cancer Research, P.O. Box 849168 Boston, MA 02284-9168, American Cancer Society, 30 Speen St. Framingham, MA 01701 or to a Charity of One’s Choice.