ALKIRE, Alma, 87, of Dayton passed away Thursday, Feb. 10 after a brief illness. She adored and deeply loved her husband of 71 years. Survivors include her husband Milton Alkire, son Larry Alkire, daughters Patricia Hoagland, Myrna (Robert) Caulfield, sister-in-law Mary Pavlofsky, brother-in-law Earl (Debbie) Alkire, 7 grandchildren, 11 great grandchildren, and 4 great great grandchildren. Memorial services are scheduled for 7:00 PM, Sunday, Feb. 20, 2005 at Newcomer Funeral Home, 3940 Kettering Blvd in Kettering with Chaplain Wylie Smith officiating. The family wishes to express their deepest appreciation to Wood Glen Nursing Center for taking such thoughtful care of Alma. Memorial contributions may be made in Almas honor to Hospice of Dayton.