Michael C. Allison, 68, of rural Parsons, died at 8:30 p.m., Friday, December 2, 2022, at his home. Born July 11, 1954, in Newport Rhode Island, NY, Michael was the son of Robert Day and Shirley Kay (Dains) Allison. They preceded him in death.
As an infant, Michael moved with his family to Oswego, where he grew up and attended school. He was a graduate of Oswego High School with the class of 1972. Following high school, Michael earned a bachelor’s degree in accounting from Pittsburg State University. He worked as a bookkeeper for various local businesses until his kidney transplant in 2013.
Michael and Susan Johnson were united in marriage June 7, 1975, at the Oswego Methodist Church. The couple lived in Pittsburg for a time and then Altamont before settling in their current home in rural Parsons in 1977.
Michael was an active member of Center Bethel Church in rural Parsons, serving as the church board treasurer for 22 years. He was also involved with the church’s children’s bell choir. For several years, Michael was on the Twin Valley Board. His greatest joy came from the time he spent with his family. He also enjoyed doing cross stitch, woodworking and flower gardening.
In addition to his wife, Susan of the home, Michael is survived by three sons: Spence Allison (wife, Lisa), of rural Parsons, Shawn Allison (wife, Ann), of Booneville, Ark. and Grant Allison (wife, Cherie), of Las Vegas, Nevada; and daughter, Bobbi Allison of rural Parsons. HIs brother, Donnie Allison (wife, Janie), of Prairie Village and sister, Kim Atkins (husband, Colin) of Dennis; six grandchildren: Robert Kelley Allison, Chloe Allison, Ava Allison, Ayden Rhinehart, Harriet Allison, Amory Allison; and one on the way also survive.
A funeral service was held Thursday, December 8, at Center Bethel Church in rural Parsons. Burial followed at Springhill Cemetery.
Memorials are suggested to Center Bethel Church. These may be left at or mailed to Forbes-Hoffman Funeral Home, P.O. Box 374, Parsons, KS 67357.