Donald Marvin Alshouse

Donald Marvin Alshouse

August 29, 1943 - July 31, 2021

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STOUGHTON-Donald Marvin Alshouse of Stoughton, passed away on Saturday, July 31, 2021, at UW-Hospital in Madison. He was born on Aug. 29, 1943, in Mendota, Ill., the son of Marvin and Grace (Bonnell) Alshouse. Don attended Stoughton High School, graduating in 1961. Following graduation, Don enlisted in the U.S. Air Force. He met Yorie Matake while serving in Japan and they married on April 16, 1965. Don was honorably discharged from service and returned to Stoughton, where he began his career in law enforcement. He worked for the City of Stoughton and the Dane County Sheriff’s Dept. Don also worked for Frito-Lay as a semi-truck driver until retirement. Don is survived by his sisters, Diane Hernstine and Kathleen (Gary) Kvalheim; nephews, Scott Hernstine and Daniel Kvalheim; nieces, Kristen Krause and Cynthia Armstrong; and great-nieces and great-nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents; his wife, Yorie; and his brother-in-law, Delwyn Hernstine. Per Don’s wishes, there will be no visitation or funeral service. A private family burial will be held at Roselawn Memorial Park, with military honors. Online condolences may be made at www.gundersonfh.com. Gunderson Stoughton Funeral & Cremation Care 1358 Hwy. 51 N. at Jackson St. (608) 873-4590

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To my brother Donnie, who has struggled with an unforgiving illness, rest in peace. To the many people that have helped and supported Donnie and Reiko, thank you. With special thanks to: Scott, Kristy, Brad, Alex and Evan, also to Jim and Hisae Leikness, Margaret Swangstu, and Reiko's Japanese family. Until we meet again and with all my love. Diane
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To my beloved uncle, now you can rest in peace. I look back at the times where you allowed me to skip Sunday school and go duck hunting with you and working for you in your property management company with fond memories. Your Nephew, Scott Hernstine

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