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Eloise "Lois" Graywolf
April 9, 2015
I was deeply saddened by the news of Bill's passing. My heart felt condolences to you and your family. I worked with Bill at NN Social Services. He was very compassionate about his job and would often talk about his family. I will be praying for you and your family.
Kathy Wilkerson Firth
April 7, 2015
Dear Kim, Bill was one of my friends/classmates in high school. I was so sad and shocked to hear of his passing. Am very sorry for your loss. God Bless you and your family and keep you all in His care. Kathy Wilkerson Firth
Tracie Kirkpatrick
April 7, 2015
I am so sorry for your family's loss. I worked with Bill at Social Services and he was very kind. May your cherished memories give you comfort during this hard time.
Jim Thornton
April 6, 2015
Kim and Randi,
I first met Bill in mile 8 of the Battlefield 10 miler in 2005. I caught him and asked what age group he was in and when he said 50 - 54 the race was on. No surprise, he won. Before a 5K once he told me to go out with reckless abandon, we're old and nobody cares if we have to jog the last mile. Best racing advice I ever got. Bill became a friend, one with great humor whom I both admired and appreciated. I will miss him very much.
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April 5, 2015
Kim and Randi, I 'm very sorry to hear about Bill's untimely passing. I missed his obituary in Thursday's paper and would have loved to attend the gathering at Panera. Bill was always such a good neighbor, always willing to loan a tool or offer a helping hand. I'll miss him much. May God bless and keep you and Randi.
Frank Wheless
Rev John LeGault
April 4, 2015
So very sorry for your loss. God bless.
jennie alexander
April 4, 2015
My deepest sympathy to Kim and Randi for the loss of such a wonderful husband and father..so blessed to have been his friend and co-worker at social services
Vicki Anderson
April 3, 2015
Keeping you all lifted in prayer. Knowing that God will wrap you in his arms and love on you just as any good father does! Randi, I love you so much and I'm always here for you when you need me...and even when you don't. Know that there is so much love and support sent to you and your family. Always remember and then smile at a life that was lived to its fullest and even then overflowing!!!
Sadye Hodges
April 3, 2015
To the Alto family. I am sorry for your loss. I worked with Bill at NNDSS which was indeed my pleasure. He had a good spirit and a wonderful sense of humor. He truly enjoyed the great outdoors. He will be missed. God's blessings to you during your loss.
Linda Pletnick
April 3, 2015
Bill and I worked together many years at NNDSS. He was an empathic and kind worker who was a great advocate for those in his care. His sense of humor made a hard job a little easier. He leaves a legacy of which the family can be proud; service to country, community and others, devoted family man while enjoying life to the fullest. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you.
Hannah Matthews
April 3, 2015
Kim, I am so sorry to hear of Bill's passing. Prayers are with you.
Rand Milam
April 3, 2015
I rode with Bill on the Squirrel scalper morning rides, he was always the first to say hi, always had a smile and something good to say. Hard to imagine not seeing him again, the world is a lesser place without him.
Laura Cameron
April 3, 2015
God speed Bill. I will always remember you catching me smoking in the woods by the Mariners Museum while you were on one of those marathon runs. Condolences to the Alto family.
Deatrice Tucker
April 3, 2015
Kim and Randi, and Family Members, My heart is sad. Bill was an awesome co-worker and I can truly say the world has lost a person of worth. My prayers are with you during this time.
Deanna Cole
April 3, 2015
Kim & Randi,
I just wanted to let you both know that I have been thinking and praying for you both in these past few days. I am so glad Bill is on the other side riding the best bikes, running and swimming in the best places. I am so sorry that we had to meet like we did but I am inspired by you and Randi's strength and courage in your situation. You both are so brave and courageous and I will never forget you!
P.S.- I hope you get to make lots of beautiful quilts for you and Randi's home :)
Deanna
Delma Mitchell
April 3, 2015
Kim, I'm sorry to hear of your loss, please know that you and Randi are in my thoughts and prayers. I know how hard this must be for you to go through because I have been there, but trust God and know He is there for you.
April 2, 2015
Mrs. Alto, Randi and family. I worked with Bill at NNDSS. He and I would frequently exchange stories about growing up in Newport News.I always enjoyed his boating stories as well.
Please know that the Lord will give you the peace and strength that you need at this time. Jai Evans
April 2, 2015
I ran with Bill at Ferguson High School. We set quite a few records on relay teams. One of those records ...the distance medley title at the William and Mary relays stood for 22 years and at the time was 5th fastest in the nation. We also darn near won the state cross country title when Bill was a senior (John Vandyke, jimmy Snow and I were sophomores at the time). We finished 2nd that year...by just 10 points to Warwick High School! Bill was immensely influential to me ....he was the toughest runner I ever knew and a great team captain! I am so sorry to hear of his passing. I had the priveledge of running with him in cross country, indoor track and outdoor track for 3 years (I was the half miler along with John VanDyke on the team. God less you all in your time of need!
Respectfully yours, Jack Thompson (Ferguson class of 1971)
Marion Wrenn
April 2, 2015
A most gracious and special person has gone on to his reward. It was a joy to have known and worked with Bill Alto. Deepest sympathy on your loss.
Vanessa Olenik
April 2, 2015
Kim I am so sorry to hear of Bill's passing. Please know you are in my thoughts.
Eddie Porter III
April 2, 2015
So sorry for your loss, sending my condolences and prayers to Randi and her Mother.
Judy Hanlon
April 2, 2015
Bill and I attended college together and we worked together at Newport News DHS for many years. Bill was quite a gentleman and a great coworker. He will truly be missed. My thoughts and prayers are with his family in this difficult time. In sincere sympathy.
April 2, 2015
I worked at NNSS while Bill was there. He was always cheerful and smiling. So very sorry for your loss. Meredith Jackson
Larry Turner
April 2, 2015
Bill was a great runner and a great person. My condolences, thoughts and prayers to the family.
Donna Smith
April 2, 2015
Kim, I'am so sorry to here about Bill passing away, I remember meeting him at the Wellness Center, my prayers are with you and Randi at this time. Wlleness Center
Cheryl Patterson
April 2, 2015
I remember Bill from working in Adult Services during my early years at the Newport News Department of Human Services. He was a very kind person and a great worker. I would like to express my condolences to the family. God Bless!
Stephanie Edwards
April 2, 2015
I worked with Bill in the Adult Services unit at Newport News DSS. Bill was a great social worker and a co-worker. I am so sorry for your loss, Kim and Randi. My prayers are with your family.
Delia Lee Scallion
April 2, 2015
I am so sorry for your loss Kim and Randi. We are thinking about you!
Delia & Dan Scallion
Larry Odom
April 2, 2015
I knew Bill through the Dept. of Social Services. My prayers and thoughts are with his family.
dion stewart
April 2, 2015
Sorry for your lost. At Acts 25:15 gives us hope for those we have lost. My condolences.
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