Holly Jo Alford

The world became dimmer and the night gained a new star on Tuesday, August 15, 2017 when Holly Jo Alford exhaled her last breath. A celebration of life will be held at 5:00 pm on Sunday, August 27, 2017 at Skellington Manor. Guests will be received at 4:30pm. For anyone who was fortunate enough to receive a costume made by Holly, please wear it to the celebration honoring her talent and passion. Please leave memorials to the family and online condolence at www.rungemortuary.com. Holly was born October 15, 1956 to Ken and Martha Alford. She retired from Unites States Army Corps of Engineers in 2004. Holly was an enormously talented designer and seamstress who contributed her master pieces to Skellington Manor, QC Ballet, Festival of Trees Sugar Plum Ball, Genesius Guild, Playcrafter and Renaissance Fairs. Holly was known for her humor and wonderful deep laugh. She was well loved by friends and family. Her loss leaves behind a huge void. Cherishing her memory include her parents, Ken (Smokey) and BJ Alford; brother, Eric; sister of the heart, Debra Ferrenbug, longtime love Bob Bates and a close knit group of friends. In addition to her mother she was preceded in death by her sister, Sherri Alford.

Dance with the angels HoJo!