On September 5, 2025, Alvin Leroy Richter passed away peacefully at home, surrounded by his family, at the age of 69. Alvin was born in Scottsbluff, Nebraska, on January 18, 1956, to Robert and Patricia Richter. He grew up in Nebraska and Wyoming with his three brothers, Bob, Les, and Kenny.

Life brought him to Belgrade, Montana, where he met his best friend and the love of his life, Melina. Alvin and Melina were married on August 16, 1986, in Great Falls, Montana, and began their life journey together. They lived for many years in Cheyenne, Wyoming, where they welcomed their daughter, Dawnyail, the pride of his life. In 1993, the family moved to Great Falls, Montana, where they put down roots and built their life together.

For much of his life, Alvin worked as a truck driver, providing

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