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Bill was a quiet man who needed no accolades; his sense of humor and peaceful calming spirit were strengths he gave to his family and friends. He was a gentleman and a wonderful husband, father and grandfather. Bills most enjoyable times were spent at his cabin on Harding Lake entertaining his friends and family.
Bill was born and raised in Arizona. In 1975, he made his way to Fairbanks where he met the love of his life, Kathy, and their family grew to include a daughter, Sara, and son, Joshua. Bill had a family that he loved, and they loved him dearly, especially his precious grand-daughter, Lucia, who was the bright star during his time of sickness.
Bill was a retired ironworker from Local 751, afterward moving into the arena of oil and gas quality assurance. During his 25 years in this field, Bill mostly worked on the trans-Alaska pipeline as a QA inspector for Alyeska Pipeline, from which he retired, and various contractors. He and his wife worked in Moscow, Russia, these past couple of years on an oil pipeline, making many friends and seeing the world.
He held all his friends, work associates and family close to his heart and cherished all the moments spent with them. Bill leaves behind his wife, Kathy; daughter, Sara Bell, and her fiance, Jay Bedingfield, and four future grand-children; son, Joshua Bell; daughter-in-law, Stefani, and grand-daughter, Lucia;
sister, Sheila (Royce) Spaulding; family pet, Tucker; dearest friends, Larry and Metta Russell, and many extended family throughout the Lower 48.
Bill was preceded in death of his brother, John Bell, and parents, Jane and Carl Bell.
A celebration of life will be held from 1-4 p.m. Nov. 22 at the Turtle Club. Condolences can be mailed to: P.O. Box 72491, Fairbanks, AK 99707. Physical address is 1032 Silverweed Court, Fairbanks, AK 99712.
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Memories and Condolences
for William Bell
November 23, 2014
Kathy, I'm very sorry for the loss of your husband Bill. My heart goes out to you and your children. Take care.
your cousin,
Denise
Dede Shannon
November 22, 2014
My thoughts of peace and love are with you all. My uncle Bill was a great man. When we would all get together for family gatherings and things would get tense as often family matters do, my uncle Bill would look at me with a huge smile as if to say, "it's all ok".
Much love,
DeDe
November 22, 2014
Kathy. I am so sorry for your loss. The time I spent with Bill working together as Ironworkers was always an enjoyable experience and made for a life time of memories. He always made the work fun.
Tom Zimmerman
Robert Krize
November 22, 2014
Kathy, I was shocked to learn of Bill's passing. My deepest condolences, I am greatly saddened. We had some good times together. I can still hear his infectious laugh, his quick wit and his off the cuff one liners. He will be missed.
Andy & Sue Montoya
November 21, 2014
Dear Kathy and Family, So sorry for your loss of Bill. Please know you are in our prayers, for peace for your family, during this difficult time. Sincerely, Andy & Sue Montoya
Karen Kohout
November 20, 2014
Kathy & Family, We are sorry to learn of your loss of Bill. If we were in Fairbanks we would certainly be joining you in remembering Bill on Saturday. Alas! -- we're snow birding in Arizona. Jack enjoyed working with Bill and their not-frequent-enough lunches. We've missed you both the past couple of years. May you find peace in your memories and the support of your family and your many friends.
Karen & Jack
Cal & Gale Skaugstad
November 15, 2014
Sara, please know that you are in our thoughts and prayers. We hope the beautiful words written about your father bring you comfort.
Jaime Naglich
November 15, 2014
Sorry for your loss. Bill was such a wonderful dad, husband and grandpa. His smile brightened a room and I will remember him for his love for his family. All my love and prayers are will your family right now.
Lauri Garcia
November 14, 2014
My condolences and deepest sympathy to you and your family, Kathy. He will be missed by many.
November 14, 2014
So sorry for the loss of your loved one,may you have comfort,and peace from our heavenly Father.He is always there for you..........
AJ Engebretson
November 14, 2014
Bill, rest in peace my friend, thanks for the memories. Kat I'm so sorry for your loss,(hug) Bill was a very gracious person and a real joy to work with.
Larry Richardson
November 13, 2014
Kathy, Sara, Josh...
Our hearts are greatly saddened by the passing of my dear old friend. We shared some good times. Bill was always a pleasure to work with. Our deepest condolences.
Marie & Terry Osborne
November 12, 2014
Kathy and family, We were sad to hear about Bill. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Bill had a great sense of humor and we both enjoyed working with him during his time at Alyeska. He always had a joke to tell, a laugh to share, even in the most stressful times. It helped keep everything in perspective for us during those times. He was always true to his word and we knew we could count on him to do his best to help us whenever there was a need. Before he left APSC, I also remember his excitment for "retirement" and how he was looking forward to the next adventure in your lifes. He certainly gave me an example for me to follow.
May God bless all of you during this sad time.
Marie & Terry.
Sharlene Russell
November 11, 2014
I met Bill through my father and mom . I am great full to have known this man and will remember him always with a smile on his face. Until we met again.
Donn Arnaldo
November 11, 2014
Im heart broken and enriched at the same time. Bill was Great, truely wondefull on many levels. My life is better because of him, so incredably gratefull !!
Connie and Mike Thomas
November 11, 2014
We were sad to hear of the loss of this wonderful friend. Our prayers thoughts go to his family.
Johnny Rusch
November 11, 2014
Kathy and family, I am saddened by Bill's passing. Bill was a joy to work with. I will miss his spirit, humor and his willingness to always want to help in his work. A true and kind soul. God Bless, may he rest in peace.
Happy Times - Hang on to the Memories
Tina Speilberg
November 11, 2014
Kathy, Sara and Josh, I'm very sorry and saddened for your great loss. Bill will always be remembered as the fine man he was. I share a snap I took when we were together in Hawaii this year enjoying a fabulous day whale watching. We laughed and had a wonderful time together...that's how I see him now. Prayers, Love and Support to all of you.
November 11, 2014
I am very sorry to hear this news. Always enjoyed conversations with he and Kathy when I taught his children. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Kerry Havarson
John Jackovich
November 11, 2014
Cathy, Sara and Joshua, I was deeply saddened to read about Bills passing. I will be back in Fbks for Bills celebration of life, as that is how I will always remember him, as a friend and colleague he was to me and many I know a Gentlemen's Gentlemen I will truly miss his sense of humor and kind sprit. God Bless you all in this time of mourning. My prayers will be with you all.
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