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Billy Alderson Obituary

Alderson, Billy Keith BILLY KEITH ALDERSON affectionately known as "Pops" peacefully passed away on February 2, 2016 after a long and debilitating illness. BILL worked for the Chicago Board of Education from 1972 until he suffered a massive stroke in 1996. At the time of his early retirement, he was the Assistant Principal at Kershaw Elementary School in Chicago. He previously worked at Scanlon School (later named Songai School), and Marcus Garvey School, both also in the Chicago Area. BILL was avid about sports with basketball being his true love. In high school he was All State. He was a basketball coach at Simeon High School for 17 years. He leaves to cherish his memory, Yvonne, his loving and very devoted wife of 39 years, his children, Billye Lynne (Horace), Marcus Wesley (Deloris), his stepdaughter, Theresa Lynn (Al), four brothers, Harold (Wilma), Carson (Nancy), Ira John (Beverly), Gary, and six sisters, Mattie, Barbara, Patricia, Carol (John), Judy, Connie (Arthur, Jr.), thirteen grandchildren, Marque (Septima), Kandyce (Michael), Krystal (Clinton), Gerald III "Jay" (Jacqueline),Terrell (Jerrhonda), Horace III "Trey", Danielle, Shaina, Kymber, Bria, Marcus Keith, Kailyn, Cassia, eight great-grandchildren, and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. BILLY KEITH ALDERSON made a difference in the many lives he touched and his presence will truly be missed. Visitation will be held on Friday, February 12, 2016, from 6:00-9:00 p.m. at Leak and Sons Funeral Home, 18400 Pulaski Road, Country Club Hills, IL 60478. (708-206-0860). Wake will be held Saturday, February 13, 2016 at 10:00 a.m. with funeral following at 11:00 a.m. at Calvary Baptist Church of Glenwood, 801 E. Glenwood-Dyer Rd., Glenwood, IL 60425.

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times on Feb. 6, 2016.

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Michelle Davis

July 20, 2020

Mr. Alderson was my 8th grade teacher. He made a very uncomfortable year very comfortable and I am sadened to hear that he is no longer with us. Thank you Mr. Alderson for helping me to believe in myself at a very early age. Rest in Peace.

John Sawyer III, Ed.D.

February 16, 2016

Dear Yvonne,
I belatedly learned of your loss of your husband Billy. You know how fond of him I was when he served on the SD 147 Board. Please know that my thoughts are with you during this difficult time.

D.J.P.

February 12, 2016

Dear Family.
I am sorry for your loss.
2 Cornithians 1;3,4 let us now that God is a God of comfort.

Dionne "DeDe" Williams (Grigsby)

February 12, 2016

To my FAMILY especially Lynne, Marcus and Aunt Yvonne: God bless you all and keep you in perfect PEACE as you keep your mind stayed on Him! Jesus is our SOURCE of strength during this difficult time and always. Sending my love to the entire Alderson Crew and the extended family.
Cousin DeDe

February 12, 2016

I am so sorry for the loss of your brother/uncle/father. May God be with all of you in your time of loss and beyond. Love Charlene R. James

David and Althea

February 12, 2016

We are so saddened to hear of your loss and offer our deepest condolences to the family. May the God all a understanding help guard your hearts and thoughts during this time.

Tony Thomas

February 12, 2016

Our condolences to the Alderson family. The Thomas Family

February 11, 2016

My prayers are with you and your family. Be blessed and know that you are loved by many. Romille K

Regina and Quiaira Tarver

February 10, 2016

We are so sorry for your loss. We will miss Bill. May God be with you in this difficult time. Love....

February 10, 2016

Pops you will be so missed!!! Love you so much!!! I will not be able to attend the services because of school!!! Marcus please know you and the family are in my prayers.

February 10, 2016

God Bless the family, Mr Alderson was a very nice person .

William hawkins

February 9, 2016

Sorry for your lost may God bless you and your family

February 8, 2016

Alderson family may the Hearer of prayer make you firm as you mourn the loss of your dear loved one. (2 Thessalonians 2:16,17) My sincere condolences to your family.

February 8, 2016

Sorry for your family loss. Please find comfort in knowing that our heavenly Father will give strength to his people and he will bless his people with peace. Psalms 29 : 11

V.R Mobile, AL

Colette Wilson-Ray

February 8, 2016

Thanks Alderson family for sharing "Pops" with the Simeon family. May God be your Comforter during your time of bereavement. ~Colette, Simeon Class of 85, Cheerleader Team

Jeffery Brownlee

February 8, 2016

RIP Billy Alderson! I attended kershaw in late 60 early 70. Jeffery Brownlee

Anthony

February 8, 2016

Our sincere condolences to your family during this time. May the God of all Comfort help you all during the day's ahead 2Cor 1:2-4

William Robinson

February 6, 2016

To the family of Billy Keith Alderson

From William Tommy Robinson
And family

God Bless

February 6, 2016

To the family of Billy Keith Alderson may God give you comfort and peace by means of - Philippans 4:6,7. My deepest sympathy

T. Barrett

February 6, 2016

It can be so hard to face the first year without your loved one, but the love of family and friends can carry you through.

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Leak and Sons Funeral Home,

18400 Pulaski Road, Country Club Hills, IL

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801 E. Glenwood-Dyer Rd.,, Glenwood, IL

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