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Photo courtesy of Adobe Creek Funeral Home - Petaluma
Petaluma, California
Nov 30, 1971 – Sep 26, 2020 (Age 48)
Alexander Grant Fordyce, beloved husband, father, brother and son passed away suddenly on Saturday, September 26, 2020 in the company of friends on the Russian River in Northern California. Alex was born on November 30, 1971 in New York City to Anne and James Fordyce. Living in New York, he attended Episcopal School and St. Bernard’s Academy.
With his family, he moved to Greenwich, CT in 1981 where he graduated from Greenwich High School. He graduated from Boston University in Environmental Studies in 1995.
After graduation, he moved to the San Francisco Bay area working at first for Autodesk, Inc. and then forming his own consulting practice, On-Line Mapping Solutions in 2001, where he focused on service-oriented projects for local and municipal governments. Since 2016 he worked as a Solutions Architect for OpenGov based in Redwood City. In the summer of 2003, he met Melinda Kessler, the love of his life. They were married in San Francisco in October 2007 and began their beautiful journey together in Santa Cruz County where they started their family. Alex maintained an avid interest in travel, the outdoors, and a lifelong passion for surfing. He was devoted to his family which meant everything to him and deeply loved by his friends.
Armed with a deep sparkle in his eyes, infectious laughter; always warm, empathic, funny and playful. He was a leading light to all those who knew him, and all who now carry it forward.
He leaves his wife Melinda and their beloved daughters, Zoie and Ella, his parents Jim and Anne of Watertown, MA, his brothers Marshall and Jamie of San Francisco, CA and Cambridge, MA.
The Fordyce Family will hold celebrations of Alex’s life at Davenport Landing, California, and in Little Compton, Rhode Island.
Read MoreGoing to do a paddle out in your honor down south soon Brother! RIP!
john means
October 19, 2020 | Oceanside, CA | Friend
It breaks my heart to hear this news. I have great childhood memories of Alex and I blowing off sailing lessons in Little Compton to go surfing. You will be greatly missed, my friend. My deepest condolences to your family.
Peter Hopkinson
October 17, 2020 | Friend
Our hearts are broken for the Fordyce family, especially Melinda, Zoie, and Ella whom we know through Gateway School. Alex's smile and sparkling eyes were infectious. It didn't take long to know just how special he was --a kind and thoughtful soul, so in love with his family. You and he will remain in our hearts always. Love to you all.
The Graham Family
October 14, 2020 | Friend
Tesla and I were so sad hearing of the passing of Alex. We missed being physically close to your family, and have wonderful memories of being with you. Alex was such a powerfully positive, wonderful individual. Please let us know if there is anything we can do for you. With all our love
Stefano & Tesla Profumo
October 12, 2020 | Santa Cruz, CA | Neighbor
Group of 10 Memorial Trees
Boardman Lloyd
October 12, 2020 | Chestnut Hill, MA
The FTD Simply Serene Floor Basket
a loved one
October 12, 2020
Deepest condolences. Thinking of the entire Fordyce family at this time. Sending love and prayers.
Naomi Meckler
October 12, 2020 | New York, NY | Friend
Dear Melinda, We were so sad to read of Alex's death. We loved living across the street from you and watching your beautiful family grow. Alex was always generous and kind. Our hearts are breaking for you. If there is anything we can do for you, we are here. Much love to you and your daughters. Love, Tim Woods and Joyce Michaelson.
Joyce Michaelson
October 11, 2020 | Santa Cruz, CA | Friend
Our thoughts are with the family and friends at this time.
Adobe Creek Funeral Home
October 11, 2020 | Petaluma, CA
