MICHAEL ALFORD, 76, a resident of Folsom passed away peacefully Wednesday afternoon October 14, 2026 at his home. He was born on April 29, 1950. Michael was a carpenter, moving to Colorado for many years, where he first installed power poles and later helped build log cabins. He returned home to Folsom about 20 years ago. Michael enjoyed hanging out with his friends and family, often cooking out or building a nice bonfire. He loved listening to his favorite country music and visiting the Gulf Coast. Spending time with his family was his most favorite pastime and he will be missed by all that knew him well.
Survived by:
Sister: Vermel Taylor of Folsom
Nephews and Nieces: Joseph “JoJo” Addison Sr, and wife Lynn Addison, Quinton Alford, Dwayne Alford, Kevin Alford, Gary Taylor, Billie Ard, Connie Lamprecht, Jackie Anthony and their families
Great-nephews and great-nieces: John and Rebecca Addison, Joseph Addison, Jr., Jody Ponce-Galindo, Darren Buie, Kirsten Buie, Phillip Lamprecht, Erica Pierre
Great-great-nephew and great-great-niece: Wyatt and Natalie Addison
Longtime Companion: Marilyn Reid, her children Carla and Casey and their families
Also numerous other nieces, nephews, cousins and many friends
He was preceded in death by his parents Walter Alford and Beulah Davis Alford, brothers Ronnie Alford, Wayne Alford, sisters Barbara Jackson, Maxine Loyd niece Monica Ard, niece in law Suzanne Addison and other family members.
A graveside funeral service for his family and friends will be held in the Blackwell Cemetery on Mockingbird Hill Road near Folsom on Friday October 23rd at 10:00 am.
Pallbearers: Little Joey Addison, Quinton Alford, Dwayne Alford, Kevin Alford, Casey Reid, Big Joe
Honorary Pallbearers: John Houston Addison, Wyatt Addison
