Portrait of Valerie Salton-Alford

Obituary · Wichita, KS

Valerie Salton-Alford

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Valerie enjoyed shopping.

"What we have once enjoyed deeply we can never lose."
— Helen Keller
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Valerie Salton-Alford, 65, of Wichita, KS has gone home, leaving behind a circle of those who loved her.

Here is what we wish the world to know of Valerie.

Valerie's story began in 1960, and unfolded across the years that followed.

Valerie held deeply to the Baptist faith — and was, by all accounts, loved by those who knew her best.

Belief, when lived, becomes a kind of inheritance.

Valerie L. Salton - Alford, born on July 20th, 1960, passed away on April 29th, 2026. Valerie is survived by her beloved husband Julius Alford, daughter Julia Alford and sisters Doris Moore, Paulette Moore, and Sheila Edmond.Valerie was employed at Hope Inc where she provided resources for low-income housing. Valerie enjoyed shopping, watching movies and cooking for her family and friends. Her illuminating smile, infectious laugh and caring heart will be missed by all who knew her.Services for Valerie will be Friday May 15th at 11:00 at Antioch Missionary Baptist Church located at 1654 N Mathewson St, Wichita, KS 67214.

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