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ALLEN ASTRA Obituary
ALLEN S. age 61, of Huntingdon Valley, passed away on October 7, 2009, beloved husband of Ilene (nee Notis); adored and proud father to Shira (Eric) Grunfeld and Dr. Louis (Eileen) Astra; proud grandfather to Maura, Arielle and Jana Astra, Jordyn and Max Grunfeld; beloved son to Doris and the late Philip Astra; devoted brother to Mona (Jonathan) Liss; uncle to Joshua Liss and devoted brother-in-law of Alan Notis. Allen had many successful years in the retail business as Senior Vice President of Macy's. Due to an auto accident in 1996, he went back to school, changed careers and became a recruiter, which he thoroughly enjoyed and excelled in. Currently he was a Senior Recruiter at "The Right Thing" in King of Prussia where he made wonderful friends and co-workers. Allen loved music, computers and all the latest technical gadgets. He was an avid Phillies and Eagles Fan and loved to join in on any political debate. Relatives and friends are invited to Funeral services Friday 1 PM precisely GOLDSTEINS' ROSENBERG'S RAPHAEL SACKS SUBURBAN NORTH 310 Second St. Pike, Southampton. Interment Shalom Memorial Park. Family will return following services to the late residence. Shiva will be observed Sunday evening and Monday at the late residence. Contributions in his memory may be made to the Stroke Foundation, Memorial Fulfillment Center, 5455 N. High St., Columbus, OH 43214.
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Memories and Condolences
for ALLEN ASTRA
October 5, 2010
When you are sorrowful look again in your heart, and you shall see that in truth you are weeping for that which has been your delight. ~Kahlil Gibran
April 15, 2010
I knew Allen when I lived in Philadelphia and was always a friend to him even after moving back to CA.
It saddens me to have lost touch with him, and to now find that he has passed.
We shared some great times, providing references for each other and hopes and dreams.
My thoughts go out to all even at this late date
Terri Tabarcea. Palm Desert
Michael Belsh
November 19, 2009
Learned of Allen's passing. My thoughts are with you.
October 18, 2009
To the Astra Family~
May your cherished memories of Allen, as well as the love and support of family and friends, always be of great comfort to you.
"Those we love remain with us
for love itself lives on,
and cherished memories never fade
because a loved one's gone.
Those we love can never be
more than a thought apart,
for as long as there is memory,
they'll live on in the heart."
Joel Adams
October 14, 2009
Dear Astra Family,
You had a wonderful service for, and fitting tribute to, Allen. Please know that he was as well loved by everyone at Devon Consulting as by all of his other friends and co-workers elsewhere. Although I will miss him, I still have the great good fortune to have worked with him, and that can never be taken away.
Sincerely,
Joel Adams
Devon Consulting
Sheri Kaytes Schwartz
October 10, 2009
Dearest Astra Family
Yesterday, all of you spoke beautifully in the memory of Allen. It was a well deserved tribute to a wonderful husband, son, brother, father, grandfather, and friend, from his loving and grateful family. May all of you continue to find peace and comfort in all your memories.
Love,
Sheri Kaytes Schwartz
Karen Morris
October 8, 2009
Dear Astra Family, I have had the pleasure of working with Allen for the past couple of years at The Right Thing. He was truly a joy to work with and was most certainly a top notch recruiter. I will miss him. I hope that during these difficult times you take comfort in knowing that you are in the thoughts and prayers of many. God bless you all.
Sincerely,
Karen Morris
October 8, 2009
Dear Ilene and Family,
I am thinking of you and your family during this difficult time. I am keeping you and your family in my prayers.
Love,
Mary
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