Melynie F. Elke was born November 17, 1964, at Cavalier, ND to Frederick and Marlys (Ganssle) Elke. She grew up and attended school in Cavalier. Melynie then attended Lake Region State College in Devils Lake, ND, and later worked at the Development Center in Grafton, ND.
She enjoyed spending time with her dog Marly. Melynie was a people person, enjoyed teasing in a caring way, and helping and caring for others.
Survivors include her parents, Marlys and Marvin Stark, Cavalier, ND, son, Tim Wolfgram, West Fargo, ND, grandchildren: Oakley, Finley, and Easton Wolfgram, brother, Curtis Elke, Boise, ID, nephew, Josh (Brittni) Elke and their children, Laney and Hudson, niece, Carlee (Nick) Elliott and their son Elijah.
Preceding her in death was her father, Fred Elke.