William Richard Allerton Jr., 55, of Clawson Road in Dowagiac, passed away at Lakeland Hospital in St. Joseph on Dec. 22, 2010.

In keeping with William’s wishes there will be no public services at this time. His family will be remembering him with a memorial service at a later date.

Those wishing to sign the guestbook, leave a message of condolence or upload a photo may visit www.BrownFuneralHomeNiles.com.

Arrangements have been entrusted to Brown Funeral Home & Cremation Services of Niles.