William Keith Alkire

William Keith Alkire

William Alkire Obituary

Published by E.J. Fielding Funeral Home & Cremation Services on Aug. 8, 2019.
William was born on February 14, 1922 and passed away on Wednesday, August 7, 2019. In 1943 he joined the Army Air Corps to fight in WW II as a bombardier in the European theatre. Instead of flowers please make donations to Billy Graham, Bill's favorite charity.

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August 3, 2023

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August 25, 2019

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Doug Holmes

August 3, 2023

Bill and I worked for Shell Ofshore and were paired as a geophysicist (Bill) and Geologist evaluating prospects and offshore leases in Federal Offshore Lease Sales in 1970s.I visited him in his home in Covington after we both retired and heard those exciting war stories. He came to church concerts in which my wife and I sang. He was always friendly and enjoyed life.

Doug Holmes

August 25, 2019

Bill and I were transferred by Shell Oil from Houston about 1968. We worked together on prospects/tracts in Federal lease sales in Gulf of Mexico. He was a very intelligent capable geophysicist who helped Shell become largest and most successful oil company in the Gulf. We both retired and lived in Covington. I was able to visit him last February on his 97 th birthday.

August 18, 2019

Remembering "Mr Alkire" as the most loving father, husband and friend to everyone he knew. We cherish the memories he added to our neighborhood family. Our sincere condolences to your whole family. May he Rest In Peace with his wife Joan and God who he faithfully served throughout his life.

Jolie Haik Khoury and the Haik family

Barbara Custer

August 11, 2019

I'm extremely sorry for your loss! Bill was a great man and I really enjoyed spending time with at the beach! His stories about his life were captivating! Thank you for your service Bill! Love to all the Alkire's

Robert K. Sullivan

August 9, 2019

My condolences and prayers go out to all of you as you gather to remember a life very well lived.

August 8, 2019

Thank you for our service.

The Staff of E.J. Fielding Funeral Home

August 8, 2019

Offering our deepest condolences during this difficult time.

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