William Allshouse 1925-2020

He entered this world Feb. 2, 1925, the son of Marlin J. and Marian Hess Allshouse in Youngstown.

One month after graduating from The Rayen School, in June 1943, he left to serve our country in World War II. On June 24, 1944, at age 19, he drove his Army jeep onto the sand at Utah Beach in Normandy, France, as a soldier in the 23rd Headquarters Special Troops “Ghost Army.” Returning home following VE Day, he was awaiting assignment to the Pacific when the war ended.

Bill married Donna Lou Mackey on May 29, 1946, and welcomed Douglas (1947), David (1949) and Patty (1954) into their life. They were one month shy of their 74th anniversary at his passing.

As Bill was developing a great reputation as owner of Allshouse Carburetor and Ignition Service in Youngstown, the family moved to Hubbard. There they were active members of the First Methodist Church, where Bill and Donna sang in the choir. Bill also was a member of the Western Star Lodge No. 21 of the Masonic Order in Boardman.

Following a family vacation to California in 1960, Bill decided to move west. In 1964, the family moved to Santa Clara. He worked at Olinger Auto Repair and Friendly Motors before becoming a shop service writer at one of Hewlett-Packard’s vehicle maintenance garages in Sunnyvale. Retirement brought many adventures in their motor home, exploring the U.S. as well as Canada and Nova Scotia.

Bill always enjoyed family gatherings, especially holidays. He was happiest surrounded by loved ones, enjoying the presence of his three children and four grandsons with their spouses, as well as 10 great-grandchildren. When gathered, there were 26 in all. He felt truly blessed.

A private family gathering will take place at a later date.

In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Lucile Packard Children’s Hospital in William’s memory. Other memories and condolences can be left at www.skylawnmemorialpark.com/obituaries/Bill- Allshouse.

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