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Jessica Duvall-Allen Obituary

1983 - 2010

Jessica was born to Dave and Megan Duvall on March 28, 1983, in Torrance, CA.
She died on December 19, 2010, at age 27,
following a short, but valiant fight with cancer.

She graduated from West Valley High in 2001, and attended Cal. State University in Long Beach, CA. Her brother, Luke Duvall, is in the Army stationed at Fort Sill, Oklahoma.

Jessica and David Allen were married on October 11, 2008, at the Riverview Restaurant in Anderson.
They honeymooned at Cambria, CA, because of their shared love of the ocean.

Jessica was mother to Lily age 4, and Lucy age 1, who gave great joy to her life. She will be immensely missed by her family and many friends.

Donations to a college fund for Lily and Lucy can be made at North Valley Bank branch.

A celebration of life will be at 10 a.m. on December 31, 2010, at the Anderson Church of Christ,
3434 North Street, Anderson. 365-1200

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Published by Redding Record Searchlight from Dec. 30 to Dec. 31, 2010.

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Jordan Hewett

January 5, 2011

Jessica had and always will have a beautiful spirit. She touched my life in ways I could never explain as Im sure she has done for others. The world is a brighter place because of her. Love you always jess

melissa covert

January 3, 2011

I went to school with Jessica, she was such a wonderful person. She was creative, funny and a Mother who loved her family very much. She will be greatly missed and my prayers are with her family.

Glenda White

January 1, 2011

Dave, Megan, and Luke,
I am so sorry for your loss. Jessica was always such a kind person when I taught her in 8th grade. While there are no words to comfort you, know there are many people who are praying for you and your family.

January 1, 2011

Dear Megan, Dave & Luke:
Your family is in our thoughts and prayers. May the comfort of knowing you will have a joyful reunion someday with Jessica in heaven give you peace during this most difficult time. Our hearts are breaking for your loss, and we will continue to uphold you in prayer.
Lovingly, Anita & Henry Lennick, Kristin and Lisa

Dovie Randolph

January 1, 2011

Dave, Megan, and Luke,
I have been heartsick since learning of Jessica's fight with cancer and her passing. I know that you treasured your children and your hearts are beyond aching. Let the hugs of your little granddaughters bring you joy and know that Jim and I are praying for your peace and comfort.

Susan Boilon

December 31, 2010

Megan, Dave, and Luke,

I am so sorry for your loss of wonderful Jessica. She was always one of my brightest and kindest students. I will cherish my many fond memories and hope you can find comfort in your memories. Our son, Luke went to New Hampshire with Jessica in 8th grade and remembers Jessica's creative spirit. She will me missed. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Susan Boilon

Jan Hanesworth

December 31, 2010

Dear Duvall-Allen Family, I didn't know Jessica personally, but her Grandma,Donna Duvall. Our Bible Study Ladies have & will continue to uplift your whole family in prayer. Keep your good memories close to your hearts; don't let Lilly & Lucy forget their mom.

Sincerely, Jan Hanesworth, Cottonwood, Ca. (I was the one who sent you the little book of encouragement. Please read it often in the days ahead. Our Heavenly Father will give you His peace & courage).

Sherry Tolen (Tappan)

December 31, 2010

What a horrible happening...I am so sorry for your family.

Ramona Clark

December 31, 2010

I hope that some kind of peace will come to this family whose loss seems unbearable. what a good mother and wife Jessica was and I made the comment that I wished she was my grandaughter in law because I was so impressed with her. She will live on through her beautiful girls and I know she will not be forgotton by those who knew and loved her.

December 31, 2010

Dave, Megan, Luke We are so very sorry for your loss. - We feel the pain you feel. I remember Jessica as a little girl at East Cottonwood School. God will give you the strength you need each day to get thru. Treasure your precious memories - they often ease the pain, if only for a second. We will continue to keep and your family in our thoughts and prayers. You have a very special angel watching over you all. Jan and John Turskey

Sandy Hurlbert

December 31, 2010

Praying for your comfort and peace. I am glad to have had the chance to know Jessica. I will cherish the memories.

December 30, 2010

we are so sorry for your loss. Kyle went to school with Jessica and I had the pleasure of knowing her and Lily thru Sandy's kinderhaven. Your family are in our thoughts and prayers Jessica lives on thru her beautiful daughters. The Haas family

Stacey Bailey

December 30, 2010

Dave, Megan and Luke
My heart goes out to all of you as you endure such a difficult loss. I have very fond memories of my time babysitting both Jessica and Luke as we hunted for dinosaurs and danced in the living room. May all the wonderful memories of Jessica fill your hearts during this time of grief and live on with Lily and Lucy.

Leah Pender

December 30, 2010

Dave, Megan and family I am so sorry to hear of your loss. All my thoughts and players are with you at this time. I know that there is nothing I can say at this time to ease your pain but know that she loved you all very much and will forever love you. with all my love and prayers Leah (Franklin) Pender

Lori Presidio

December 30, 2010

Dave, Megan and family,
Mike & I are so sorry to hear of Jessica's passing. Please know that you are in our thoughts & prayers. We pray that your loving memories of your daughter will help you with your grief at this time. We love you.
Mike & Lori

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