NEWPORT - Brian Baldi passed away September 13, 2019 with his partner Ronald Pelletier at his side. Brian was born in Belmont, Mass. He was a hairdresser in Boston, MA and loved people and cutting their hair. He was involved with Alcoholics Anonymous and was sober for many years. He loved helping others in A.A. He loved camping and shopping at local flea markets and yard sales. He also had lots of memories with his grandchildren (Ronald's children's children). He also enjoyed decorating their home and will be remembered as a kind, generous soul. He loved singing Diana Ross and The Supremes songs and karaoke. He will be missed by many friends. He was quite the character. Ronald and Brian were together since 1985 and loved and respected each other. Brian had C. O.P. D. and Ronald chose to take care of him to the end at their home. They enjoyed having people over every Thanksgiving. He is survived by a sister Barbara; brothers Jonathan and Stephen. He also had many close friends and is survived by 5 step children; cousins, nieces and nephews. A celebration of life will be held 1 to 5 P.M., Saturday, October 26th at the First Congregational Church in Pittsfield. Arrangements are by Crosby & Neal, Newport.