John Scott Alleman
October 9, 1950 ~ June 10, 2021
John Scott Alleman passed away peacefully on Thursday, June 10, 2021, at Weirton Medical Center; he was 70 years old.
He was born in Steubenville, Ohio, on October 9, 1950. One of three children to the late Scott and Alice Long Alleman, John grew up in Hancock County and was a 1969 graduate of Oak Glen High School. Immediately after high school, he enrolled in Wheeling Barber College and had practiced his trade all of his life; He was respectfully known as “John the Barber.” His most recent stint was as working at Styles Unlimited for the last twenty years. He married the love of his life, Carolyn Samoraj, on November 8, 1980; they were blessed with four children and two grandchildren.
Although graduating from the rival in the county, his love and heart belonged to Weir High. You would find John following Weir High sports, keeping stats for the football and basketball teams. So many individuals had sat in his chair through the years. He was always ready to engage in good conversation. His topics were endless, but most of all, he would find himself speaking about sports, politics, and his beloved Red Riders.
In addition to his parents, John was preceded in death by his sisters, Rebecca Alleman and Emma Sue Luke, and nephew Chad Luke.
John will be remembered with love by his wife, Carolyn Alleman of Weirton, son, Ryan Alleman, daughters Melissa, Ashley, and Natalie Alleman, son-in-law Aladdin Timbayan, grandsons Henry and Miles Timbayan, brother-in-law Edward Samoraj, sister-in-law Marilyn Denicola and many nieces and nephews.
Rev Fr. Babu Joseph Elamturuthil will celebrate a private Mass of Christian Burial at Saint Paul’s Roman Catholic Church in Weirton. Burial will follow in Saint Paul Cemetery.
Share tributes and memories with his family at www.grecohertnick.com
In lieu of flowers, John’s family requests donations to the Alzheimer’s Association at www.alz.org.
We are deeply sorry for your loss ~ Greco Hertnick Funeral Home
KK,our thoughts and prayers are with you your friends at Carolyns florist Carolyn and Mel and family
My sincere condolences to John’s family. One of the things I missed most when leaving Weirton was my favorite barber shop. Still haven’t found a good barber. Rest In Peace Peace “Squibbie”.
You couldn’t find a nicer guy than John, Deepest sympathy and prayers.
My heartfelt sympathy and prayers to his family and friends♥️🙏.
My sincere sympathy to the family. John was a sweet, kind man.
Carolyn and Marilyn: I am so sorry for your loss. You and your families are in my prayers.
Our heartfelt sympathy to John’s family. My husband Mike went to John for his haircuts and always enjoyed his stories, John was blessed to have the gift of gab. He will genuinely be missed. Rest in Peace John. Sincerely Michael & Marlene Runkel.
“John Alleman” will remain in our hearts forever,
God bless John’s Family. I will always remember John’s love for the Red Riders. Our prayers are with all of you! Coach Eric Meek & Family
Carolyn and family, So sorry to hear of John’s passing. You are in my thoughts and prayers. God grant you peace and comfort. Brenda Carnes
I was just thinking of John the other day wandering how he was doing. I’m saddened to hear of his passing. He was my barber for many years and he adjusted his work schedule to his customers needs. It was always a joy to go in for a haircut and listen to all the stories from him and his patrons. Thoughts and prayers to the Alleman family. He always loved to talk about his kids. He was so proud of them. May God bless and R.I.P. John.
Sometimes it would be late in the evening when I got to John’s waiting room. He always took his time and it would 11:00 am before he got to me. One time my wife Hazel wanted to know where I had been when I arrived home about midnight. I told her I was at John The Barber waiting on haircut. She didn’t believe me. So the next time I asked John to give me a note for Hazel. She loved him and everything was O.K. Rest in Peace my friend and blessings to your family. You were a good guy!
Carolyn and Family, Eddie, and Marilyn. Thinking of you at this difficult time. My heartfelt sympathy to all of you. Love and prayers. ❤️
Carolyn and family – Our deepest sympathy on your loss. John loved doing stats, keeping the “book” and rooting for the Red Riders. His love of our teams plus his Chicago Bears was second to none. He was a true and loyal friend to all. Mike and Amy Granato
Carolyn, deepest sympathy on your loss of John.
Carolyn , thoughts and prayers for you and your family. John was a best friend. We shared so many great times growing up. I will miss him but I have many long lasting memories. Jim Carnes
My thoughts and prayer for John and his family. I’ve known John most of my life and enjoyed my barbershop visits. He was a good man. R.I.P. John
So very sorry to hear about John’s passing. He was always such a great conversationalist. Our thoughts and prayers are with your family. Sincerely, Michael and Toni Gurskey
Dear Carolyn & Family, Heartfelt sympathy goes out. The many connections and memories between our families over the years come to mind at times like these and I will always hold them dear. Thinking of you at this sad time. Most sincerely, Kathy, Stathis, Eric, Robbie Alatis
To John’s Family, When my father stopped cutting my hair as a boy back in the early 70’s, it was John who started cutting it. He got to see me grow into a man. So many conversations. So many milestones in my life, he was the one who helped get me ready for them, whether it was a fresh cut or just some advice. He was always there. “One in the chair, better get here!” I’d break the sound barrier to get there! When I got hurt back in 98 and was off work for well over a year, he gave me free haircuts until I got back on my feet. I repaid him for all those cuts but I know I will never be able to repay him for the kindness and compassion he showed me in my time of need. I cut my own hair now-it’s short enough and grey enough to do so. Also because there’s no one else I’ll let do it. I will miss him and I will continue to think about him often with a smile. David Dalrymple
Natalie and family, My deepest sympathies on the loss of John. He was a force of nature! May warm memories of times with him bring you comfort in your heartache; he lives on through you all and through the larger than life stories. With that, I’d like to share a few that come to mind. The carpooling, the games, the laughter, and keeping Nat in line…John did it all! I remember all the Weir High games: although he was doing stats, he somehow always managed to keep an eagle eye on his children in the stands (perhaps to make sure they were behaving with their friends…not that we would have EVER misbehaved, of course). I’ll treasure the memories of carpooling to Star Lake each summer in the white van, laughing and listening to music, so he could drop Nat, Ashley, Ryan, and me off at work. And of course, his recognizable “Hey, Nat!” will live on forever in my memory! What I most remember is laughter, he was always so funny (as long as we hadn’t caused trouble, mind you). He was an amazing person who raised a wonderful family with Carolyn, and I consider myself so fortunate to have been privy to even a small part of the Alleman story through the years. He will be so very missed. Sending each of you all my love, hugs, and prayers.
To the Allemans, I have a lot a good memories of John, he was always ready for a discussion about sports while cutting my hair, I always joked that I was worried he might take my eye out with his scissors when he got excited but l can say with certainty he will be missed. My deepest condolences to you all.
Wishing all of you peace and strength during this difficult time. From Kayla Millhone & family
I know that made you happy.