Melvin Alford
December 16, 1966 — September 04, 2024
Melvin A. Alford
Sac City, Iowa
Melvin Alford, 57, passed away September 4, 2024. He was born December 16, 1966 in Fort Dodge, Iowa. Melvin lived and worked in several towns throughout Iowa. Most recently in the Sac City area for Essensia.
He enjoyed grilling and smocking meats. Melvin also enjoyed playing fetch with his dog, Katie and horseback riding.
Melvin is survived by his son, Travis (Leslie) Bolte; granddaughter, Violet; brothers, Frank (Betty) Davis, and Randy (Mary) Fetters; sister, Cindy (Charles) Funk; and several nieces and nephews.
He was preceded in death by his mother, Doris Richmond.
Celebration of life will be held a later date.
Condolences may be expressed at www.HamiltonsFuneralHome.com.
Tina Richmond
07/22/2026
Im so very sorry. There are no words to express the heart break I'm feeling today. I know I've been missing and out of the family's life for over 40 years now and I'm extremely sorry about that distance and I want to express my sincerest condolences Melvin you are my younger brother and I loved you with every piece of my heart every ounce of my soul and I'm extremely sorry and saddened by your passing.
Lisa A Runnells
10/24/2024
Travis..I have been trying to locate you for awhile,,I know that you no longer live in Iowa...I want to extend my deepest condolence to you and Leslie and your Dads only grandchild Violet...I was actually trying to find out when your Grandma Doris passed away,,I remember being there with your Dad..and to my upmost shock came across Melvin's obituary If you are seeing this..please reach out to me...515-227-8085..I have loved you for a very long time and that will never change...I have looked on facebook and the only Bolte who happened to have the same name as Violet..I sent a message thru that as well...I Love You..please call me...Love Lisa and Austin and Dylan
Adam wessendorf
09/10/2024
Really good neighbor. Nice guy and my kids enjoyed playing with his dog. Rip Melvin