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Allan Mears Obituary
He was a graduate of Arlington High School where he played on the basketball and soccer teams, he was also a member of the high school band . Following High School he went on to barber school and then the New England Culinary Institute. For many years he owned "Styles of Distinction" hair salon in Manchester which included new styles for ladies.
He was a talented guitar player and was a member of the band "Ridge Runners". He was a fun-loving guy who enjoyed his Indianapolis Colts, Detroit Red Wings, Jeff Gordon, and watching high school and college sports. He enjoyed the outdoors to the fullest. He loved to hunt, fish, go boating, and gather sap to make maple syrup. His favorite family traditions revolved around Nascar and cooking. You could always count on a delicious meal for Sunday dinner and the holidays. He and his family were yearly visitors to New Hampshire Motor Speedway, and more recently, Richmond Motor Speedway, with his long-time companion Brenda Redford of Whitehall, NY.
He leaves behind his mother, Sue DeMarsico of North Bennington, VT, 4 children, Kimberly Mears of Jacksonville, TX, Allan J. Mears II, of Colorado, Justin Mears of Poultney, VT, and Amy Mears of Wells, VT, future son in law Reginald Watson of Whitehall , NY as well as 8 grandchildren, an aunt, cousins, and many, many friends. He will be greatly missed, but always remembered for his funny, always-ready-for-a good-time personality.
Funeral services will be held on Friday February 23 at 11am at St. James Episcopal Church in Arlington, burial will take place in the Evergreen Cemetery.
The family requests that any donations be made in honor of his memory to either The Wounded Warriors Project or The Jeff Gordon Foundation in care of the Hanson Walbridge & Shea Funeral Home, P.O. Box 528, Arlington, VT 05250.
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Jessica Smith
February 20, 2018
My condolences to Al's family! I've know him since I was a young child and I have some of the best memories of fishing in his back yard as a kid. He will be missed deeply. Rest in peace dear friend.
February 20, 2018
Offering condolences for the loss of your loved one. May God comfort your hearts and help you through this difficult time.
S H
February 18, 2018
May the God of all comfort strengthen the family during this time of deep sorrow. Those who pass on, God keeps in his memory because they are precious in his eyes. My sincerest condolences. (Psalms 116:15)
Diane Fisher-Baker
February 17, 2018
So terribly sad to hearyou passed. Rest in peace, my friend.
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Karen
February 17, 2018
To the family and friends of Allan Mears, please accept my condolences. May you find comfort knowing that those who died, God keeps them in his memory. And at Psalms 116:15 they are precious in his eyes.
Sheila Hoyt
February 17, 2018
Condolences to Allan's family may all your memories bring you comfort at this difficult time.
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Amy M
February 17, 2018
I was blessed to come into this world with him as my father. I had the best dad ever. I will miss and remeber the good times for the rest of my days. Love you so much daddy.
Megan M
February 17, 2018
Please accept my deepest condolences during this difficult time of loss. Continue to cherish the memories you shared until you are able to meet again. I hope the words at 1 Thessalonians 4:14 comfort your hearts and minds.
February 16, 2018
My condolences to your family during this difficult time. May the promise in 1 Thessalonians 4:14 comfort your family.
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