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Grant J. Allen, 90, of Sun City West, passed away March 8, 2011. Grant was the ninth of 10 children born to Ephraim and Nancy (Pace) Allen in Thatcher, AZ. He was a native Arizonan. Grant is survived by his wife of 67 years, Ellen Jean (Hansen), daughters, Carol Squire, Connie Jewell (Marvin), Audrey Simonson (Dave), and son Grant H. Allen (Ann Skousen), 29 grandchildren, 54 great grandchildren, and 2 great-great grandchildren. Grant honorably served in the Air Force during WWII and was a member of the Civil Air Patrol during the 50's and 60's. He was a retired civil engineer for the Arizona Highway Department of Transportation. Grant was a lifetime member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints and served in many capacities including Bishop of the Grandview Ward in the Phoenix West Stake. He was a loving husband, father and grandfather. He will be missed 'til we meet again'. Viewing will be held Sunday, March 13, 2011 from 6:00pm until 8:00pm at Greenwood Memory Lawn Chapel, 719 N. 27th Ave, Phoenix, AZ 85009. Funeral Services will be held on Monday, March 14, 2011 at 10:00am, with a viewing from 9:00am until 9:45am, at the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, 13014 N 108th Ave, Sun City, AZ 85351. Internment is at 1:00pm. For more information, please visit www.greenwoodmemorylawn.com
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Carol Tuttle
March 28, 2011
Our prayers and thoughts are with you as you go through this difficult life. He was a wonderful Father, and Grandfather. He was a example of the "homes" we could have. We would always be over to Connie's house for sleep overs, or going places. The station wagon packed with "teenagers" playing our "tunes" we covered from Utah Dance to Superstition Mountain Hiking and camping. He was always the listening ear and whatever we did as high school he would gladly take us, pick us up, watch us play (church baseball) and always made us feel like the Allen home was also our home. Connie and I went through MIA, Seminary, West High School, High School graduation, Saturday nite church dances, and Phoenix College in the fall after our graduation. It's never easy to say goodbye... even for just a little while. He has done all that was asked of him and endured to the end. Love you... Carol (Grant) & James Tuttle
Karen Carlile
March 16, 2011
Dear Grant and Dorothy,
I just wanted to let you know how sorry I am for your loss. As I read about him, I could tell what a great man he was. What a great legacy he has left for you and his family. Know I am thinking of you and praying you will have the peace and comfort you need at this time.
Love,
Karen Carlile
Robert Hansberger
March 13, 2011
Carol,my condolences to you and the Allen family. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Maria Sanfilippo
March 13, 2011
In memory of Grant J Allen
Maria Sanfilippo
March 13, 2011
Our sincere condolences go out to the Allen family. May your grief be brief and memories be eternal....We love you all, God bless this family as they morn the loss of their loved one and rejoice in his home-coming
Grant Allen
March 13, 2011
We love you grandpa! You have left a great legacy. Your love and example of service to others will inspire the Allen line for generations to come!! We are proud to bear the name of Allen and promise to honor your name and make you proud. All our love
Elizabeth Haertel
March 13, 2011
Connie & family, we are sorry to hear of the passing of your Dad. Our prayers are with you. Karen Keller & Elizabeth Haertel
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