William “Bill” James Clearie Allan

William “Bill” James Clearie Allan, 79, of Rogers City, passed away November 13, 2013 at Alpena Regional Medical Center.

He was born May 21, 1934 in Troon, Scotland to Hugh and Mary (Clearie) Allan.

Bill is survived by his wife of 16 years, Elaine Heidemann-Allan; eight children, Ian Allan, David Allan, Elizabeth (Tim) Mulligan, Scott (Erin) Allan, Hugh Allan, Heidi Marie Folsom, Ingrid (Koen) Van Cleemput and Hans Mayer; eight grandchildren, Walden Wagner, Fiodor Allan Kessler, Shea Allan, Kurt Folsom, Steffi Folsom, Kieran Allan, Emma Allan and Stephanie Corbet; four great-grandchildren, Mieke Wagner, Alexandra Allan, Ellie Allan and Gavin Corbett; four siblings, Margaret (David) Rolfe, Mary Gallerani, Cathy (W.J.) Chittick and Hugh (Nora) Allan.

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He was preceded in death by a granddaughter, Jacqueline Allan.

Arrangements are in care of the Beck Funeral Home. No public services are planned.

Memorials may be given in memory of William Allan to Hospice of the Sunrise Shore, 2078 West M-32, Alpena, MI 49707.

Online condolences may be addressed through www.beckfuneralhome.org.