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William Alter Obituary

William K. Alter, 63, of Plum Boro, passed away Monday, Oct. 18, 2021. Beloved husband of 43 years to Cheryll Alter; loving father of Melanie, William Jr., Kelly, Keith and Amy Alter; adoring grandfather of Mikaila, Christian, Ava, Kole, Ella, Reagan, Elliott, William III and Georgeianna; son of the late George and Mary Alter; brother of Elaine (Bob) Jones, George (Dawn) Alter, the late Beverly Hunter and the late Sandy (Jackie surviving) Kier. William was the general manager of Golden Dawn Supermarket in New Kensington, where he has been employed for over 40 years. William enjoyed spending all time he could with his family, playing with his grandchildren and gathering for big family dinners. Family was always most important to him. Friends will be received from 1 to 5 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 24, 2021, at ENGLISH FUNERAL HOME AND CREMATION SERVICES INC., 378 Maryland Ave., Oakmont, PA 15139, where a memorial service will follow visitation at 5 p.m. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made towww.directrelief.org/emergency/coronavirus-outbreak/.

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Published by Tribune Review on Oct. 20, 2021.

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Guerrieri Family

November 20, 2021

So sorry Keith and Cheryl, it was enjoyable spending time with Keith SR, at the Plum High events , and chit chatting about the grocery business common interest

Nic & Sis Capone

October 23, 2021

Bill was always so nice to all the customers at Golden Dawn. God Bless him in HEAVEN and his family here on Earth.

Janet Less

October 22, 2021

My sympathy and prayers to Bill's family.
Bill was the "Mayor of Golden Dawn"
He was always so kind and helpful to everyone.
I am sure he will be greatly missed.

Tammy wright

October 21, 2021

My condolences to the family i was so sad to hear about Bill he was a great kindhearted man. Blessings to you all

Duane & Janene Beattie

October 20, 2021

Shocked and sad to hear this terrible news.
Our sympathies to Bills family.

Greg Larko

October 20, 2021

My condolences to George and the entire family. I went to school with him.

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378 Maryland Avenue, Oakmont, PA 15139

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378 Maryland Avenue, Oakmont, PA 15139

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