Obituaries

Robert “Bob” Carl Allison, age 89, passed away on Sunday, October 27, 2019, surrounded by his family at West Penn Hospital, Pittsburgh, PA. He was born October 8, 1930 to Roy Carl and Daisy Mabel (Mong) Allison on the family homestead in Limestone, PA.

Bob graduated from Clarion Limestone High School in 1948 and Pennsylvania State University in 1952 with a degree in Agricultural Sciences.

Bob met the love of his life, Margaret “Peggy” Therese Reinsel, in high school when they sat next to one another in class. In 10th grade, he was asked to a Sadie Hawkins dance by Peggy for their first date. On Thanksgiving, November 22, 1951, Bob and Peggy married at St. Nicholas Catholic Church in Crates, PA.

Bob was renowned for his hard work and dedication to his family throughout his life. After serving in the Army, he was an agricultural extension agent in Washington and Butler counties. He and Peggy then returned to Clarion County, where they raised their family and lived for the rest of their lives. Bob was deeply tied to his family heritage in the Limestone area and the Allison homestead which was settled in 1802 by his great-great grandfather.

In addition to farming, Bob also taught vocational-agriculture at Clarion-Limestone and Redbank Valley. He also owned and operated a trucking company for several years and was a partner and founder of Limestone Gas. He continued to be lifelong farmer. Late in Bob’s life, he could still be found roaming the fields, “supervising” the work. Bob loved to exhibit his restored 1938 John Deere G at local tractor shows, bringing home many trophies.

Jokes, laughter, wit, and wisdom were an integral part of Bob’s life. He was a master storyteller and welcomed the opportunity to swap tales. He was an insightful poet, writing poems laced with humor while being poignant and heartfelt.

Bob cherished his family. He was never happier or more content than when he was surrounded by his children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren.

Bob is survived by nine children, Stephen Allison and wife Diane Hartman of Fairmount City, PA; Theresa Allison of Wexford, PA; Ruth Clover of Wilkinsburg, PA; David Allison and Dalena McCauley Rupp of South Bethlehem, PA; Linda Allison-Doane and husband Ron of Horseheads, NY; Kenneth Allison and wife Dawna of Fairmount City, PA; Thomas Allison of Clearfield, PA; Susan Allison and husband Patrick Koeppl of Limestone, PA; Tate Allison and wife Rebecca of Fisher, PA. He also leaves behind 20 grandchildren, 20 great-grandchildren and a large extended family including numerous nieces, nephews, and friends.

He is also survived by his sister, Yvonne Stewart of Xenia, OH and brother-in-law Edgar Shofestall of Corsica; brother-in-law Robert Reinsel and wife Bernice of Fairfax, VA; brother-in-law Ed Reinsel and wife Edie of Fairfax, VA.

Bob was preceded in death by his beloved and cherished wife Peggy, his parents, infant son John, his sister Patricia Shofestall, his brother Lee Allison and sister-in-law Susanne Miller, brother-in-law Rudolph Miller, and brother-in-law Robert Stewart.

The Allison family wishes to thank Diana and Janianne Patton who have provided unending love and care for Bob over the past three and a half years. Their dedication and compassion have comforted not only Bob and Peggy, but the entire family. The Allison family will be forever grateful for them and to all of the caregivers who enriched the lives of Bob and Peggy.

Friends will be received from 4-8 PM on Friday, November 1, 2019 at Alcorn Funeral Home, 4065 Brookville Street, Hawthorn, PA. A memorial service will be held at the Limestone Fire Hall on Saturday November 2, 2019 at noon to celebrate and remember Bob’s life. At the luncheon service, family and friends are encouraged to share favorite stories and thoughts of Bob.

Memorial donations can be made in Bob’s name to the Clarion Forest VNA, 271 Perkins Road, Clarion, PA 16214 and/or a charity of the donor’s choice.

Please visit www.alcornfuneralhome.com  to share a memory or leave a condolence.