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Frank McAloose Obituary
Born in Kelayres, December 1, 1921, he was a son of the late Andrew and Anna Riotto McAloose.
Frank was a W.W. II Army Veteran.
He graduated from Bloomsburg University, where he received his Masters in Education.
In 1945 Frank began his career at Tower City High School, having taught in Tower City, Porter Township and Williams Valley School District, where he was a Business Teacher and Principal. He retired in 1984, but returned to Williams Valley as a substitute teacher for many years after retiring.
He was a member of Sts. Peter and Paul Catholic Chapel, Tower City; a former Mayor of Tower City, former member of Tower-Porter Rotary Club and was also served with the Tower City Water Authority.
On March 23, his beloved wife, Mary Amalavage McAloose passed away. He was also predeceased by his son, Michael, 2010 and a brother, Joseph.
Surviving are his daughter, Michele Leaman and her husband, Michael, Elizabethtown; daugther-in-law, Jody McAloose, Tower City; three grandchildren, Meredith Shambaugh and her husband, Ryan; Michael and Leslie Merwine; four great grandchildren, Michael and Reese Shambaugh, Boston Merwine, and Bella Parks; three brothers, Andy McAloose, Texas; Mike McAloose, Allentown and Bob McAloose, Hazelton; and nieces and nephews.
Private Mass of Christian Burial were celebrated from Sts. Peter and Paul Catholic Chapel, Tower City. Burial was in Sacred Heart Cemetery, Williamstown.
Donations should be made to St. Judes Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN 38105. Dimon Funeral Homes, Inc was in charge of arrangements. To sign the guest book visit www.dimonfuneralhome.com
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Joe Witmer '74
June 2, 2011
Michele: I'm very sorry at the passing of your father. He was principal at the High School when I graduated with your brother Mike, in 1974. He was a very kind, intelligent, and composed person who cared deeply about public education, a focus that I noticed even in those years. I'm sure the loss of your brother, mother, and, now, father is difficult. You should be comforted by the fact that he was a good person. I will think about your dad, and Mac, in the years as we move forward. A great guy!
John Reibsane
May 27, 2011
What a great man & teacher. I had him for business classes & homeroom. We also lived "down the hill" from him & knew him well. Oh that we all could be remembered as he is..Class of 1964
Pastor Harold Hand
May 27, 2011
Michelle, I was so sorry to note your dad's passing. I can't imagine the pain and loss you've had to endure in these recent years, but I hope you will find comfort in your faith and in the knowledge that your parents and brother were wonderful people and touched many lives. I will always remember them fondly. You and your family will be in my prayers.
MARY MCALOOSE
May 27, 2011
May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.
Pete Ulicny
May 27, 2011
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.
Lynnette Horn
May 27, 2011
I'm so sorry to hear about Mr. McAlooses' passing. He was my all-time FAVORITE teacher at Porter-Tower HS. He inspired me (and others in my class) to pursue and achieve our dreams.
Lynnette Horn (Mease - Machamer)/Class of 1963
Gayle Sultzbaugh
May 27, 2011
Michelle- You may be feeling very alone right now but please know the angels are with you. My sincere sympathy.
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