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Robert Allison Obituary
Robert "Butch" Arthur Allison, Jr., age 61, of Lake City, passed from this life on Sunday, November 17, 2013, surrounded by family after an extended illness. He was born in Erie on August 14, 1952, the son of the late Robert A. Allison, Sr. and Mae Allison-Suddarth.
Butch enjoyed a younger life doing body work on classic cars and building plastic models. Watching NASCAR was one of his favorite and current pastimes. Butch was known for having the "biggest" heart and was always willing to lend a listening ear.
Survivors include his wife of 19 years, Margaret Stewart Allison, his children Patrice McNabb (Pat), Kimberly (Jim), Shawna (Nathan), Nicole (Frank), Michael, Tasha (Jeremy); one sister Cheryl Locke, and several grandchildren, great grandchildren, nieces, nephews and cousins.
Friends may call at the Dusckas Funeral Home, Inc., East, 2607 Buffalo Road, on Tuesday from 1 to 3 p.m. and 5 p.m. until the time of the Funeral Service there at 7 p.m.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be designated to the family in c/o the funeral home. To send condolences, visit www.dusckas funeralhome.com.
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Memories and Condolences
for Robert Allison
Rose White
November 22, 2013
Kim and Family I am so sorry for your loss I will keep you in my thoughts & prayers take care
Rose
MARY KRYSIAK
November 18, 2013
Tasha and family i am so sorry for your loss you wil be in my thoughts and prayers
Cruz Family
November 18, 2013
Butch was a great man, role model and friend to our family. Our thoughts and prayers are with his family in this time of need!! He was loved and will be missed by so many!!
November 18, 2013
Deepest sympathy to the Allison family. You are in our prayers
Dr. Gary Esper and staff
Danielle, Chris, Kaleb burkhart and Kaden DeSantis
November 18, 2013
Butch will be missed by many sending prayers and condolences to the family.
The Currier Family
November 18, 2013
Peg & Family,
Sorry to hear about Butch. He was a good man and will missed by many of us. You are in our thoughts at this difficult time.
Sharon
November 18, 2013
Dear Margaret,
I know you heart is heavy right now and I wish you my sincere condolences.
I was an old friend of Bob's and he was such a character back in the day.
Have not seen him since school, but seeing his picture, he still looks the same :)
Please take care of yourself.
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