Melvin was born February 28, 1936 in New York, New York. He was a United States Army veteran.
Mr. Sharfin is survived by his sister Shirley Boykoff; nephew Robert Boykoff and his wife Marsha Serafin; niece Robin Boykoff; great-niece Hannah Boykoff; and great-niece Natalie Boykoff.
A graveside service will be held on Monday, July 1, 2019 at Beth David Cemetery, 300 Elmont Road, Elmont, New York 11003. Interment will immediately follow.
Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.bloomfieldcoopermanalapan.com for the Sharfin family.