Mary Gallo Baker Obituary in Richmond at Scotts Funeral Home

Obituary For Mary Gallo Baker

Mary Gallo Baker, 82, of Richmond, died July 20, 2022. She was born July 20, 1940 to Joseph "Dune" and Sivella Carrier Gallo in Opelousas, Louisiana.

Mary or Dean, depending on how you knew her, attended St. Joseph Catholic Church in Plaisance and continued to be active at St. Joseph Church in Richmond until it closed. She then joined St. Elizabeth's Catholic Church where she served as both Eucharistic and Hospitality Minister. Mary helped in the church when and wherever she was needed. She remained a faithful member at St. Elizabeth's Catholic Church until her death.

Mary graduated from Plaisance High School, where she was a point guard on the basketball team. From an early age, Mary knew she would be a Beautician. In February 1967, Mary graduated from Apex School of Beauty Culture and Hairdressing and began working at Florence Beauty Salon in Richmond. Later, she opened her salon, Ebony Hair Fashions, where she worked for 30 years until closing her shop in 2007. She then joined LaPaonne Salon, owned by Francine Coy. Francine was Mary's very first shampoo girl at Ebony Hair Fashions. She also was the hair stylist for almost 20 years at Scott's Funeral Home.

For over 55 years, Mary served multiple generations of clients whom she loved deeply and they all loved her. Over those years, she mentored many shampoo girls and other stylists who worked with her.

In addition to her parents, Mary was also preceded in death by her siblings, Rodney, Allen, Kenneth and Lonnie Gallo, Mattie G. "BoBo", Mildred G. Espree and Florence G. Barnes.

Left to cherish her memory are her son, Kevin B. Baker (Debra); grandsons, Devin Marke' Baker (Lysandra) and Mujahid Aziz Baker (Rebecca); granddaughter, MoNiko Coleman (Jasmonn); great grandchildren; Dyson Coleman, Josiah Baker, Destiny Baker, Malayna Baker, Amina Baker, Ariana Baker and Asia Baker; siblings, Joseph Gallo, Jr. (Geraldine), Keith Gallo, Sheila Teznno and Jackie Elliot (Steve); a host of nieces, nephews, other relatives and numerous friends.

Remains rest at Scott's Funeral Home, 115 E. Brookland Park Blvd. where viewing will be held from 10 a.m. until 7 p.m. Monday, July 25, 2022. Funeral services will be held 4 p.m. Tuesday, July 26 at St. Elizabeth's Catholic Church, 2712 "2nd" Avenue. Father James Arsenault officiating. Interment private.

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S.A. MERRITT PASMAN AND FAMILY

My condolences go out to the family. I was a shampoo girl at Ebony Hair Fashion and worked for Ms. Baker during my High School years. This was my first job and I learned so much from Ms. Baker. Ms. Baker was always so sweet but very stern. She would pick me up early Saturday mornings to go to work at the salon. She will be truly missed. Kevin, my prayers are with you and your family. Love Jackie Smith Webb

I was fortunate to have been a client of Ms. Baker starting as little girl and continuing to adulthood. She will be missed. You all have my deepest condolences.
Keshia Scott

Mrs. Baker was always a source of smiles, laughter and fun! She had a loving, giving spirit and an infectious smile. Always made me feel welcome and I'm so honored to have known her. My prayers go out to Kevin, Devin, Aziz and family. Know that she left an indelible mark on all who knew her and she will be missed.

Our deepest sympathies to you all. May God comfort you during this difficult time. Mary was a valued customer and sincere friend. She will be deeply missed. Vanessa McDonald and Family

To my Brother Kevin (DW), nephews Devin, Aziz and family. What can one say that can soften the hurt and loss of your Mom's,Grandma, Auntie and friend. I meet Kevin and his Mam Ms Baker( Mary B.) in 1981. Mary B. is Kevin mother and she became a mother to myself. One of GODS ANGEL and truly, truly will be miss but not forgotten. Love, Peace and Blessings to my family. Derick & Wanda Hopson.

Mary was much more than my next-door neighbor for the past 25 years. We watched out for each other, prayed for one another's situations, talked politics and city government, life and our families and other things. She was loving, straight forward, spiritual, and I just loved the way she called you, "Baby". I was often amazed at her energy level and asked her how she kept up the pace. She'd smile and tell me, "Baby, I was raised in the country, and this is what I'm used to." I am honored to have known her and spend time with her on our life's journey.

To the family: I send my condolences. I especially want to express my love to Sheila Gallo Tezeno and Jackie Gallo Elliott and Keith Gallo. I didn't know Mary but I know her family. Joyce Coleman Jones Beaumont, Texas

Our family was blessed to become one of the multiple generations of clients Ms. Mary served; along with our daughters and granddaughters we shared a deep love and family bond with her and Kevin throughout the years. Ms. Mary was a remarkable woman - highly respected, committed to her craft, feisty, authentic, generous, kind and compassionate. A woman of strength like Maya Angelou's "Phenomenal Woman", excellence and great faith according to Proverbs 31: 28, "Her children arise and call her blessed"; Ms. Mary made a difference in many lives and will be greatly missed. We pray God's peace and comfort for Kevin, Devin, Aziz and family as you celebrate her life and cherish the wonderful memories. Love, The Watkins Family (Jim, Charlene, Racquel, Lauren, Frankye and Fahren)

To the family: I send my deepest condolences for the passing of Ms. Mary. She will live forever in our memories. Our deepest sympathies and prayers are with you all during this time of loss. May God walk with you and guide you through.
Andrea Hercules/Family of Jean Robinson