History of the Fremont National Forest

January 13, 1981

MELVA M. BACH
1903 - 1979

Melva M. Bach will be remembered as one of the most gracious secretaries to work in the Forest Supervisor's Office, Fremont National Forest.

Her devotion to work, her smiling acceptance of procedural changes, and her personal interest in each and every person characterized her as an exceptional lady and employee.

Mrs. Bach reported for work in her first position as clerk-typist in 1923. Except for a two-year furlough to return to college, she worked continuously in the same office until her retirement on December 22, 1962.

Melva began writing and assembling the History of the Fremont National Forest in 1961 and continued working on this project until she passed away December 8, 1979. Without her personal dedication, this publication would not have been possible.

A memorable accomplishment by a great lady.

John W. Chambers
Forest Supervisor