Alton, affectionately known as “Speck” was a baptized and confirmed lifelong member of Grace Lutheran Church. Throughout his life he served God, his church, community and country in many ways. Alton graduated from Logan High School in 1967; and served in the United States Army, and later joined the Concord Police Department, from where retired as Master Police Officer after 30 years of service. Following his service with the Concord Police Department he served as a bailiff with the Cabarrus County Sheriff Department.
Alton began his new life on August 2, 2013.
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Alton T. Bost Youth Community Service Award was established in his memory in 2013. Alton’s service to God, the church and community often focused on the youth. He spent time encouraging youth to make choices that would have a positive impact on their lives and community.
He spent a lot of time counseling young people, helping and finding ways to provide school supplies, giving words of encouragement, and of course, when possible giving them break on poor decisions that would have negatively impacted their lives
He also went the extra mile to ensure that children and families in need had the basics such as food, clothing and utilities. In addition to basic needs, Alton was known for being the neighborhood “Santa”. It was not uncommon to see him delivering toys and bicycles to children in the community that may not have had much of a Christmas.
Alton served in church in many ways. He served as van driver on Sundays and special trips. He was part of the Men’s Club, Harvest Home Committee, advisor to the Emergency Response Team, and a supporter of the youth activities.
AWARD APPLICATION CRITIERIA
Applications are due no later than October 27 at 11:59 p.m. Must a member of Grace Lutheran Church or regularly attend. High School Student Grades 9-12. Submit a written essay on“How I Can Make My Community A Better Place” No more than 1 page in length or 500 words. Submit documentation that supports Church Involvement, Community Service, School Involvement. Awards will be presented to (1) female and (1) male member (if possible). This is one-time recipient award.The award consists of a monetary presentations and names placed on Alton T. Bost perpetual plaque. Recipients’ names/photos may be used for newspaper articles and/or website/newsletter publications.
Final decisions will be made on October 29. Parent(s) and reciepients will be notified. The committee will present awards during the Harvest Home Morning Worship Service.