FRANKLIN – Allison Graham Catheron II, 84, died June 15, 2008, at an Ellsworth health care facility. He was born Dec. 12, 1924, in Boston, the son of Robert Scott and Myra (MacLaren) Catheron. He and his wife, Shirley, moved to Franklin in 1972. He was active in the Soil Conservation Service and National Rifle Association. Allison enjoyed gardening, fishing and hunting. He loved Scottish music and reading books on military history. He was a member of Franklin Baptist Church. He is survived by his beloved wife of 51 years, Shirley of Franklin; son, Kevin Catheron and wife, Robynne, of Virginia Beach, Va.; grandchildren, Scott, Sean and Amanda; and great-grandchildren, Isabell, Belinda and Julianna. He was predeceased by his son, Lloyd Catheron. A graveside service will be held 10 a.m. Thursday, June 19, at Bayview Cemetery, Franklin, with Pastor Steve Sobel officiating. Contributions in Allison’s memory may be made to Franklin Veterans’ Club, P.O. Box 66, Franklin, ME 04634 or Franklin Baptist Church, P.O. Box 114, Franklin, ME 04634. Arrangements by Jordan-Fernald, 113 Franklin St., Ellsworth. Condolences may be expressed at www.jordanfernald.com.