Melvin F. "Tiny" "Popcorn" Bartosh, 70 of Walford, died Tuesday, September 6, 2011 at his home after a courageous battle with cancer. Services will be 10:30 a.m. Friday, September 9th at Brosh Chapel in Cedar Rapids, located at 2121 Bowling Street SW. Burial will follow at Hala Cemetery near Walford, where military rites will be conducted. Visitation will be from 4 to 7 p.m. Thursday at Brosh Chapel. Melvin was born August 9, 1941 in Walford, the son of Bert and Lucille (Schulte) Bartosh. He married Darlene M. Rettig on March 11, 1978 in Amana. Melvin worked for Amana Refrigeration from 1960 until his retirement in 2002. Melvin enjoyed playing cards, going to the casino, traveling and watching sports. Melvin is survived by his devoted and loving wife Darlene; a sister-in-law Evelyn Bartosh of Walford; and a sister Mary Sprinzel of Flagstaff, Arizona. He was preceded in death by his parents, and a brother Wesley Bartosh. Memorials may be directed to the family.