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William Almquist Obituary
Anchorage resident and former Fairbanks resident for many years, William C. Almquist, 64, died at home on Aug. 6, 2009.
Born in Cook, Minn., on Nov. 9, 1944, William became a resident of Alaska in 1948. He was employed by Greer Tank, Inc. from 1974-2009.
William was affiliated with the Church of God, North Anchorage.
He enjoyed gambling, fishing, hunting, four-wheeling, playing cards, camping at Summit Lake and boating.
His family wrote, "William (Billy) Almquist was a wonderful person, strong man and loving father. His family has many special memories of camping and fishing with him. He will forever be loved and greatly missed."
William is survived by his mother, June Lash; sons, Greg and William Almquist Jr.; daughters, Lavada Hill, Darlita Carlo and Pamela Peet; brothers, Kent Almquist, Allen and Randy Lash; sisters, Paulette Moneymaker, Sandra Baker, Barbara Brown, Judy Johnson and Cindy Conley; grandchildren, Shawn Almquist, Brandon, Ethan and Ashley Hill, Mikayla Salazac and Zena Almquist; great-grandchildren, Justice and Emmalee Almquist; and numerous nephews and nieces.
He was preceded in death by his wife, Sandra Jo Almquist, father, William C. Almquist Sr.; stepfather Paul Lash; and sister, Marie Thibedeau.
There will be no service.
Arrangements were by Janssen's Evergreen Memorial Chapel, Anchorage.
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Barb Yawit & Andy Daoust
September 1, 2009
Bill was really great to work with; such a nice man with a wonderful smile.
We're sad to hear of his passing but are glad we had the chance to get to know him and share a cookie or two.
Bonnie Hunter (Cornelius)
August 19, 2009
I am so very sorry to hear of Bill's passing. I just found out today. He was a really nice man & fun. He was so nice and always was happy. I knew him so long ago..Frank & I would play cards at his & Sandy's home some weekends with the rest of the Amquist Clan. I haven't seen him for years and I will always remember his wonderful smile.
Mary Lou Cady
August 16, 2009
So sorry to hear of Bill's passing. My thoughts and prayers go to all the family.
Christina
August 11, 2009
Rest in peace Uncle Billy. Your presence on earth is missed but your spirit will always be alive.
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Stephani Lacher
August 11, 2009
ahhhh Bill...I have known you my entire life. You always made everyone laugh. The work days just aren't the same without you upstairs. How about a strawberry shake the next hot sunny afternoon ;) I will miss you.
Paul Wayne Helmer
August 11, 2009
Very sorry to see the news of Bill's passing. I always liked him, he was a nice guy. The last time I saw Billy was in 1993 in Anchorage.
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Jeanmarie Larson Crumb
August 11, 2009
I am very sorry to hear of Billy's passing. I knew him as a child, when we were both in Miss Wilson's fifth grade class at Main school. I remember him as a handsome young man, and a willing lunchtime square dancer. I lost track of him after fifth grade. I am glad to learn that he had a nice family and a good life.
kristen brooks
August 11, 2009
Bill was a great man, he would do what ever he could to lend you a hand. He will be missed.
Kristen Brooks and David Lane
Ben Poteat
August 11, 2009
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
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