Stephen R. Falkowski, of Melrose, passed away unexpectedly on July 9, 2022, at the age of 59. Stephen was born in Lynn and attended Melrose High School. He resided in Melrose for most of his life and enjoyed traveling to Florida and Las Vegas. Stephen worked as a Baggage Handler for Pan American Airlines & Intel Corporation, enjoyed fixing car's, Boston sports teams and skydiving with his friends in Florida. Stephen was the loving son of Marion (Robertson) & Richard Gravallese of Melrose. Caring brother of Michael Falkowski & his wife Joan of Plymouth, Kathryn Huttunen & her husband Darryl, Dawn Marie Johnson, all of NH and Patricia Falkowski of Melrose. Also survived by nieces, nephews, relatives, friends and "Mello" Visiting hours will be held at the Gately Funeral Home, 79 W. Foster St., Melrose on Sunday, July 17, 2022, from 1:00-4:00PM. Relatives & friends respectfully invited to attend. Funeral Services & interment will be private. U.S. Army Veteran. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the Animal Rescue League of Boston, 10 Chandler St., Boston, MA 02116.