John Michael Allocca

John Michael Allocca, 72, died peacefully on April 14, 2026 at Forget Me Not Adult Family Home in Centralia, Washington.

John was born April 7, 1954, in Flushing Queens, New York, the third son of Francis Allocca and Josephine Agnes Favata. His parents and a brother, Joseph Allocca, preceded him in death.

In the early 1960s, John traveled with his mother and two brothers on a memorable Route 66 road trip from New York to Southern California, where he spent the rest of his childhood. He embraced the culture of that place and time, and especially enjoyed surfing and 70s rock and roll. He graduated from Van Nuys High School in 1972 and went on to receive an AA degree in computer science. While in the LA area, he worked as a computer technician and as a window display designer for department stores.

In 1983, John's travels brought him to the Pacific Northwest to visit his mother, who was living in Centralia.  He met Donna Marsh, a neighbor, and they were married that year. The birth of their daughter, Courtney, the following year, brought him great joy. He was a proud and devoted father   who happily adjusted his work schedule so Courtney could spend her early years at home. She fondly remembers their daily trips to the park, playing games, and just looking out the window "watching the world go by".  John is survived by his daughter Courtney and his former wife Donna of Ellensburg.

John worked at a variety of jobs in the Centralia/Chehalis and Thurston county area. He had a strong work ethic and learned new skills quickly. He worked at Foseco, Hi-Tec, Leduc's Chevron, Ken's BP, Papa Ray's Cafe, The Apex store, and sometimes assisted with Evergreen Playhouse productions.

At the best of times, John was kind, compassionate, courteous, and hard-working. He willingly stepped up to help those in need, including any stray cat or dog that might cross his path. He had a quick wit, was an entertaining story-teller, and made friends easily. At heart, that's who he was, and who he always meant to be.

Sadly, his challenges with addiction and mental health issues increasingly got in his way. As his illness progressed, it became more and more difficult for him to perceive his world in a rational manner. Interpersonal relationships at home and in the community suffered as he struggled to cope with the turmoil in his mind. By sharing this part of his story, we hope that others who are struggling might feel encouraged to seek help.

Our heartfelt thanks and gratitude go to everyone in the community who has reached out to John with kindness and patience over the years. It is a comfort to know that people were looking out for him when he was alone. Thank you to Suzanne and Brendan from Hospice for your care and understanding,  and to John's surrogate family at Forget Me Not Adult Family Home in Centralia: DC, Kay-Dean, and especially Mirranda, who fulfilled John's wish to be with Courtney on his final day.

No funeral services are scheduled at this time. Arrangements entrusted to eCare Mortuary.