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1934
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2024
William Tull Obituary
April 30, 1934 - November 5, 2024
After graduating from Ursinus College, Bill drove to Alaska for an adventure in 1957. When he arrived in Palmer he worked at Matanuska Valley Bank where a co-worker introduced him to a local teacher, June Roripaugh. They wed in 1960 and homesteaded in the Meadow Lakes area. They moved to Albuquerque while he attended law school and graduated just in time to return to AK as an attorney and work at the Alaska State Housing Authority after the '64 earthquake. In 1971 Bill and his family moved to Palmer where he became very active in the community. He was active in the Chamber of Commerce, Elks, Moose and was master of ceremonies of Palmer parades for decades.
Bill started clarinet in middle school and played in multiple bands throughout his life. Music was one of his great loves. One of his favorite gigs was playing Dixieland in the Sluicebox at the Alaska State Fair with the Statutory Grapes. His gigs included Hallea Lodge, Willawaw Lodge, political galas and hotel ballrooms.
Bill was predeceased by his wife of 53 years, June Roripaugh Tull. He is survived by his three children and eight grandchildren.
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kc
February 14, 2025
Grief can be so hard, but our special memories help us cope. Remembering you and your loved one today and always.
Rita Sneddon
November 23, 2024
So sorry to hear of Bill's passing. His mother was my aunt so I knew him from a very young age. He kept in touch with me until recently, too. He even inspired me to attend Ursinus College, his alma mater. Rest in Peace, cousin.
Robin Zimmerman
November 16, 2024
So sorry to hear of your dad´s passing. We knew him many many years ago. He was involved in many things in the Mat Su Valley.
Don and Robin Zimmerman
Jaccie Gaines
November 13, 2024
I attended many meetings with Mr. Tull. I always enjoyed speaking with him, I enjoyed his wit and his demeanor. I will remember him fondly, especially seeing him drive his vintage car with his dapper design style, He was one of a kind.
Cindy Corey
November 13, 2024
I am so sorry to hear about Bill´s passing. He was quite a guy! He was always so sweet to me and my Dad. My deepest condolences to his family.
Andy Robinson
November 11, 2024
Bill gave me my first job in Palmer in 1980. I recall him snacking on raw hamburger during the interview. He introduced me to a number of folks and organizations, including taking over his Little League coaching duties. A twinkle in his eye, and a frantic week losing weight prior to his class reunions, a shrewd and prescient real estate investor who married one of the best women in the world. My best to the kids...and may he rest in peace.
Pat Wendt
November 11, 2024
As a bass player, I met Bill back in the mid-70´s playing dixie-land music. Bill was an amazing clarinet player and knew how to let his hair down (no pun intended) along with other lawyers and school teachers, Bill loved life and nurtured many of us along the way including a young Chris Hill who, in my mind was a child prodigy who would have become a star back in the 30´s and 40´s. Bill encouraged Chris to join the dixie-land band and boy did we take off! Bill was a great friend, always with a friendly smile and always eager for a jazz jam! My wife Alycia and I loved Bill, June and the entire family. Their Swiss chalet was one of 3 brought to the valley only to sit in storage until they could find someone to read the blueprints written in French. Bill got one of those houses´ and kept it in all natural wood. It was a beautiful place and certainly befitting Bill and family. I bid you adieu Bill and will see you Jazzin´ on the other side!
Jim Sykes
November 11, 2024
It was a great pleasure to know Bill over the years and share his sense of humor, laughter, his keen legal mind and his wonderfulness as a fine human being! Yes, there is jazz in heaven, enjoy!
Kc~ Karen Cleveland
November 11, 2024
Oh Bill!! I sure enjoyed working with you! You were always so kind and funny. Wanting to hear all my stories about progress serving. I saw you and your band play one time. Y'all were so good! Will Miss seeing you at the coffee shop. Will miss seeing you in that cool ole car of yours. You are a legend for sure. One of the best things about Palmer is you!! I saw you this past summer in palmer. I was so happy to see you. You will never be forgotten ~ may your memory be a blessing and may God shine His light on all who love you. Heaven has a awesome angel. I'll meet ya at the pearly gates Bill.
Nonee VanValin
November 10, 2024
To the Tull family: So sorry to learn of your father's passing. I did some temporary legal secretary work for him some years back and found him to be a nice, ethical, polite and fair attorney. I'm sure he will be greatly missed. Deepest sympathy and quiet thoughts are with you at this time.
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