Arthur Bruce Markwalter (1954-2016) Arthur Bruce Markwalter, age 61, passed away at home on March 31, 2016, with his loving family by his side. He is survived by his wife, Shirley D''Alessio, stepchildren Scott (Kristin) D''Alessio and Chris (Lisa) D''Alessio. Brother, Thomas (Mary) Markwalter and sister, Linda Markwalter-Karges. He is survived by numerous grandchildren, aunts, nieces, nephews and cousins. He was preceded in death by his parents, Arthur B. Markwalter, Mary (Morwood) Markwalter; and brother, Robert Markwalter. Bruce was an Air Force Veteran serving in Colorado (1975). He was the retired Director of Technology at Flossmoor School District (2012-2014), Ottawa Elementary School District 141 (2010-2012); and Instructor/Coordinator at Illinois Valley Community College/Sheridan Correctional Center for 31 years. He attended Joliet Township West High School, graduated from University of Iowa and Columbia University. Bruce served Campfire USA, Citizens Utility Board, LaSalle County Democratic Party, Ottawa Lions Club, Youth Service Bureau of Illinois Valley, Illinois Chief Technology Officers, Residents Against a Polluted Environment, and LaSalle County Pistol and Rifle Team. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Society for Melanoma Research at P.O. Box 113 Clifton Park, N.Y. 82065. A Private family memorial service will be held at Woodlawn Memorial Park I, Wednesday, April 6, 2016 at 10:30 AM. Visitation: Private Service