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Pamela Cullen
December 7, 2016
I was sorry to hear of Bill's death. He and Marilyn rented from my parents George and Virginia Pitts in New Castle. Bill took videos of my wedding in 1965. I felt very privileged to know him and Marilyn. He will be very much missed. My sincere sympathy to Marilyn and family.
December 1, 2016
Goodbye Mr. Bill
You will be missed. I'll catch up with you and we will continue our war stories over some beers. Is the beer free up there?
Goodbye Bill
Rob Williams
December 1, 2016
To the Markey and Levy families,
Our condolences to you at this sad time. Sue, I am thankful for folks like your father and their amazing service to our country and ultimately, our freedom. Please know that you are in our thoughts and prayers.
Sincerely, Rob & Sheri Williams
December 1, 2016
Bill,
God bless you. I will always remember you as the most loyal 100th BW alumni member. You will be missed.
Alex & Ginny Alexander
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November 30, 2016
I remember Bill quite well and will forever remember being his pilot on his first flight after his Plattsburg tragedy. Bill, God bless and RIP
George Tynan
November 30, 2016
Thanks for your service Bill and the unique well thought out obit. Glad you were able to attend the 100th BW Reunion this past Sept. God Bless.
Ken Andrews. SanAntonio
Frank Davis
November 30, 2016
My prayers are with my good friend Bill and his family. Bill and I go back to those Cold War days in the 50s and 60s at Pease. He was a remarkable guy and a great Air Force officer. I will miss him but I'll never forget him.
Laura Martin
November 30, 2016
Thank you for your service and sacrifice to this great country Major Markey!
Laura Martin (daughter of Bob Martin lost Nov 27th 1961)
Ron Farrell
November 30, 2016
An Officer a Gentleman and a true Friend. He will be truly missed in Las Vegas.
Ron and Pat Farrell
Photo taken while on TDY at Brize-Norton AFB, Cheltenham, England
M Lawrence Waxler
November 30, 2016
If memory serves me, I met Bill at the 100th Bomb Wing Reunion in 1998 in Ft. Walton Beach, FL. Bill was a personal guy who will be missed by his family, friends and all of us who knew him!
November 30, 2016
Thank you for your years of brave service. May you Rest In Peace. God bless. Frank & Virginia Wierman
100 BW Reunion
Donald Smith
November 30, 2016
God be with you Bill! Enjoyed your first hand Obit. As usual you nailed it as you did many targets all over the world. I was the next to enter that low level the night you walked away from the crash on final at Plattsburg.You were a miracle to all in the 100th Bomb Wing. We wish you Godspeed in your flight to heaven. Love you, Don & Brenda Smith
Matthew Karlson
November 30, 2016
Thank you for you're brave service. God bless you and God bless the United States of America.
Ann Pembroke
November 30, 2016
Dear Sue, I am so sorry for your loss. Stories you've told of your visits with him to his military reunions certainly showed me how deeply attached you two were and gave me a glimpse into the man he was. Reading his obituary was astounding. His dedication to service to all Americans was incredible. My deepest sympathies.
Ann
Lou Gargiulo
November 30, 2016
Bill was a wonderful human being. I first met Bill in 1994 at Rivermoor Landing. Bill quickly became a friend and confidant. His sage advice and even temper were always welcome in some difficult situations. When I became very ill in 1999 Bill spent a huge amount of time at my bed side at Exeter Hospital encouraging me, and comforting my family. His encouragement I believe helped me recover fully. I will be eternally grateful for all he did for me during that period.
Bill was an extraordinarily devoted husband who devoted much of his later years caring for her Marylyn. Bill had great love for his family, friends and his country. He was a proud combat veteran who served the US Air Force with distinction. He was a fine American and a great friend.
Thank you Major for all you did for all of us. God Speed on your Journey. God Bless You my Friend and May you RIP.
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