Hall Of Fame

Honoring The Impact of Those Among Us

The Allis Connection Hall of Fame recognizes those who have gone above and beyond to preserve the Allis-Chalmers name, history, and tradition. These honorees represent years of dedication, leadership, friendship, and service to the Allis-Chalmers community.

Recognizing Excellence

A simple tribute to the people who keep the Allis-Chalmers legacy alive for future generations.

Our Inductees

Listed by year, beginning with the most recent Hall of Fame honoree.

2025

Nan Jones of Bellevue, MI Founder, "Old Allis News"

2024

Duane & Marlene Christenson of Harlan, IA

2023

Dave & Deb Harrington of Western, NE

2022

Norm & Donna Meinert of Davis, IL

2021

Chuck & Cheri Dornbush of Albany, IL

2020

Donna Moody of Jacksonville, IL.

2019

Charlie & Mavis Widlund of Palmer, IA.

2018

Bill & Karen Hoeppner of Lexington, MO.

2017

Harvey & Linda Zabel of Prairie du Chien, WI.

2016

Joseph & Cecillia Bergfeld of Epworth, IA.

2015

Dennis & Phyllis Potter of Stockton,IL.

2014

Bill Deppe of Maquoketa, Ia.

2013

Dave & Christa Maddux of Holt, Mo.

2012

Richard & Peggy Liekweg of Iowa Falls, Ia.

2011

Lyle & Linda Hubbard of Kalona, Ia.

2010

Larry & Nancy Holmes of Kohoka, Mo.

2009

Howard & Marilyn Duinink of Otley, Ia.

2008

Doug Shaffer of Cedar Rapids, Ia.

2007

Dean & Phyllis Byerly of Ft. Atkinson, Ia.

2006

Vern & Viola Ratcliff of Webster City, Ia.

2005

Donald & MaryLu Hartman

2004

Bob & Joyce McKim of Oskalossa, Ia.

2003

Jack & Barb Gustafson of Byron, Il.

2002

Darwin & Kathy Damon of Knoxville, Ia.

2001

Arland & Carolyn Lepper of Hubbard, Ia.

2000

Clayton & Jeannette Sexton of Riverside, Ia.

1999

Robert & Doris Faith of Lincoln, Il.

1998

Lavern & Marlyn Greif of Dallas Center, Ia.

1997

Richard & Nancy Sleichter of Riverside, Ia.

1996

Norman Boshart of Wayland, Ia.

1995

Charles Felgar of Manchester, Ia.

1994

Carlys Best of Garnivillo, Ia.
“We honor their legacy. We continue their work. We keep the Allis-Chalmers tradition alive.”

The Allis Connection

Preserving the name, history, and tradition of Allis-Chalmers through community, friendship, and a shared passion for the machines that built generations.