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Laura Timme
William Bill Timme
January 7th, 1943 - April 9th, 2021
January 7th, 1943 - April 9th, 2021
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Leah Prince
I met Bill when I went to work for him as his legal assistant at Middleton, Timme and McKay back in 1988. I also met Denise there at the same time. Denise and I have been friends ever since then. Bill was easy to work for - he was funny, kind and most always had a nice smile and disposition about him. I was fortunate to know Bill again much later on when Denise and him got together in Anchorage. I live in Sequim now so it was a coincidence that Denise and Bill were going to move here (at least part time). We had nice times in Sequim and a really fun trip to Whitney Gardens to buy flowers and go to lunch. He was cracking jokes as always! My best wishes go out to the family and Denise to find comfort in your wonderful memories of him. The service was really special listening to the family speak about him, Collin and his other friends too.
Jacquie Luke
I first met Bill in Washington D.C. when I was a young associate attorney at Wilkinson, Cragun and Barker. Bill had just joined the firm to open its Anchorage office, and I had volunteered to leave D.C. and move to Anchorage to join him. I am sure I was more keen to have him as my boss than he was to have me as an associate. But it was the beginning of a long relationship in which Bill served as a mentor, friend, and ultimately law partner. I remember many lengthy conversations discussing legal theories, and the best ways to apply them in practice. He was a passionate advocate for the Native community, its institutions and people. He remained committed to them throughout his long and successful legal career, and never strayed from his values. He will long be remembered for his hard work and dedication. It was a privilege to practice law with him.
Colleen Kuhn
When I think of Bill, it brings a smile and tug on my heart. We enjoyed Bill's witty sense of humor, thoughtfulness and insightful knowledge. I'm so grateful for the time we got to know Bill and thankful for his love and kindness he had for our family. We were blessed to spend time with Bill and my sister, Denise, in Washington state and this past year on Zoom/FaceTime. We will miss you, Bill. It was an honor to know you. Our love, Colleen and Darrell Kuhn
Sandy Jamieson
As Fairbanks neighbors of Bill, in the early 70's, what always comes to our mind is the vision of him in his VW mini van, painted the original dull blue, (no flowers or adornments, other than tire chains!), doggedly churning his way up our driveway through mud, snow or whatever else made the steep climb to the highway, difficult for that vehicle. We often mused on how absolutely determined he was not to be defeated by this daily challenge, and his life of accomplishments was surely a reflection of this level of determination and commitment. The winter of 1973 -74 was a hard one, and Bill, Carol and Laura were the only residents on that half mile stretch of the driveway. We were still building that winter. The following year we joined them and together were among the first to make this small collection of families, fourteen miles out of town, a true PLACE! Sandy and Melody Jamieson
Marsha Saben
When we think of Bill, the image is always one of warmth and a welcoming smile with whom you immediately felt comfortable. We are so fortunate to have a wealth of memories with him from the time we first met when Becca and Drew attended Emory University. His generosity extended to our family through the years from visiting them at the Farmhouse in Alabama, sending flowers at Christmas to Marsha's father, surprising us with pounds of Alaskan salmon and frozen king crab legs for us to enjoy! We have fond memories of being together with him and the Timme family in England at Matt and Keira's wedding. He will always hold a loving spot in our hearts.
Michael Evans
I first met William in 1958 when we both started Jesse Jones High School in Houston, Texas. We could not have been more unlikely to become lifelong friends. He was in ROTC, debate, and drama; whereas, I was a dedicated athlete into math and science. But we had two things in common: we were both honor students and we were both in the same service club. And those connections were all it took. We went to Rice University together; had wildly different interests but still found common ground to maintain our friendship. In our senior year we roomed together in a 4-person suite. He was madly in love with Carol and fretted that if I didn't get "serious" I would never find a girlfriend. We graduated and he went to Columbia for law school and stayed at Rice for another degree. Well, I did find a girlfriend and as it turned out we were in each other's wedding. We maintained a close connection sometimes with only a card or two a year. But as soon as we got back together it was as if no time had passed. Everyone should be so fortunate to have such a friend. I knew William's brother, sister, and parents and was fortunate enough to know all three of his wonderful wives. Over the last 15 years we have been able to visit in person much more often as we met at various high school and college reunions and whenever he visited his sister in Houston And during the COVID lockdown we started ZOOMING, which turned out to be a real blessing for me over the last 10 months. I am going to share a few photos of my memories of William (who became Bill in college but stayed William to me). First is William escaping from High School in 1961. It is the fastest he ever ran. With this form he could have been a hurdler. At Rice Bill was involved in university student government. As a school wide Senator, he presided over many meetings. "Don't pay any attention to what is behind me. I don't understand it either." In his senior year he was President of the Student Association. I just thought he wanted to hold the gavel to see how it felt. College life had to end so he could go off to Columbia to start his law career, and what a career it was. Here is our handsome and oh-so-young Honor's graduate. I visited him once in New York and decided that I would go to the West coast for grad school. But he seemed to like it, especially after Carol arrived. William, thank you for 62 years of friendship….for your great humor, intelligence, kindness, and insights. I will miss you but never forget you, My Friend!
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