Allan was born February 23, 1949, to Ann and Frank Mismash in Biwabik, MN. Growing up in the town of Aurora, MN, delivering newspapers in the early dawn, throughout his grade school and high schools years. He was a hunter, taught swimming locally, and on the Indian Reservations. After graduating college, he was hired by the Waukegan Public Schools to teach 5th.grade, and moved there. He became a grade and middle school principal throughout his 34yr career in Waukegan and touched thousands of children's lives. He was an avid swimmer, enjoyed riding his bike, traveling,and umpired softball & soccer/ In 1973, he met his wife, Barbara, through his then room mate, David, who happened to be Barbara's brother...small world or destiny ! This was on Feb. 11, 1973. They challenged each other's personalities, corresponded and Allan flew out to Oahu, where Barbara was living and working in the land of Aloha. They flew to Maui, fell in love with each other and the islands. They married, June 30, 1973. Theirs was a marriage of genuine love, friendship,adventures and challenges along the way. Dec. 27, 1974,brought daughter Natalie into their life, followed by son, Douglas on Sept.1, 1978. Allan continued his education attaining a Masters Degree and many credits towards a phd. March, 2003, Douglas married Jennifer. daughter by marriage and heart. Doug & Jen gave Al & Barb, two beautiful grand daughters, Kaia and Madilyn...the sunshine of their life and the smiles that warmed "Papa's" heart. Allan passed away, at home, on Good Friday, April 22nd,2011, suddenly, with his wife,Barbara at his side. His heart grew weary,but his love for family lives in all who loved him . Allan's loving heart will always be with us in every memory,sunset, and favorite songs of his beloved Hawaii. A Houi Hou..til we meet again....Aloha Nui Loa...