James P. McAllister Obituary
With solemn hearts, we announce the passing of James P. McAllister of Orrville, Ohio, whose presence will be deeply missed, having departed on December 19, 2025 at the age of 71. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Kenneth J. McAllister and Jane C. McAllister (Smithhisler); his son Kevin Joseph McAllister (Kiley); and his grandson Rory Michael McAllister. He is survived by: his grandchildren, Ellen, Toby, Annie, Colin, Claire, Will, Quinn, Kieran and Aiden McAllister; his wife Rita; his sons, Ryan (Karrie) and Patrick (Jenny); his sisters, Diane Carnivale (Frank), Kay McAllister and Mary Ann Chapman (Les); and his siblings-in-law, Mary Ann, Nancy Dowdell, Joseph and Dick Dowdell (Cathy). He is also survived by many nieces and nephews.
In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to the St. Agnes Catholic St. Vincent de Paul Society, at 541 Spring Street, Orrville, OH 44667; or to the Orrville Area Boys & Girls Club, 820 N. Ella Street, Orrville, OH 44667, at oabgc.org.
