The resolution expresses deep sadness over the passing of Melvin L. Zurier, who was a prominent figure in Rhode Island's legal and community landscape. Born in Providence, he was the first in his family to attend college, earning degrees from Harvard College and Harvard Law School. He served in the United States Air Force Reserve, retiring as a Colonel, and had a distinguished legal career, including serving as Executive Counsel to Governor John Notte and co-founding a law firm. Melvin was also actively involved in community service, holding leadership positions in various organizations, including the Rhode Island Ethics Commission and Temple Beth El.

The resolution highlights Melvin Zurier's legacy as a devoted family man, leaving behind his four children and eight grandchildren. It concludes with a formal expression of condolences from the Rhode Island House of Representatives and directs the Secretary of State to transmit certified copies of the resolution to Senator Samuel D. Zurier and his family.