Adela Artola Allen

To the family of Adela Allen,
I did not know her, nor do you know me, however one day in the late 1990's I came across a quote attributed to "Adela A. Allen" which touched me deeply. I have worked with children and adults with autism since 1984, and in the late 1990's I began writing my first book. It was published in 2000 (the first book of its kind to help children with high functioning autism or Aspergers understand what it means - a book to help self-awareness) and my opening quote was...

Lisha,

I just saw your mother's obituary. I hope you and your family are finding comfort from the love you shared and the memories you made during her life. Bless you all.

For many of us, Dr. Allen made the difference between trying and being on the way of high-level education. The academic dreams of a great number of University teachers from Sinaloa and Mexico were possible thanks to her. Our simpathy to Lisha and all people who suffer Dr. Allen's death.

A few words about Adela from a colleague, Dorothy Clare Massalski

My Dear Friend, Dr. Adela Allen volunteered to read parts of my dissertation, and astonished me by asking if she, although an Emeritus Scholar, could be on my doctoral committee. Although this was not necessary, her enthusiasm for my work in creativity, became the impetus for impromptu meetings at her home. I would bicycle down and she and I would spend several hours in her lovely home with her lovely garden and we...

Dr. Allen will be missed. She was so full of energy and loved to help so many students at the Grad College.
You are all in our thoughts.

Georgia Ehlers

Dear Lisha,
Lydia gave me the news about your Mother which sadden me. As you know, I met your Mother in 1970 and we worked together for a year in an educational project in Phoenix, AZ.
Even the first time I met Adela, I knew she was such a special, elegant, glamourous and endearing Lady. She was one woman I have admired since then.
May your memories of your Mother keep you strong and loving like she was.
With sincere sympathy, Virginia Pesqueira (Lydia Aranda's Mom). Nogales,...

Adela,
Your mother was a great woman, and I understand why you are so special. May Almighty God be with you and the rest of the family. Your mother is resting in peace, and there will be a resurrection soon. Hold on to your precious memories, and continue telling us the inspirational stories regarding your mother.

Titi: I will forever keep you in my heart. You were a bright light in my world. I appreciate the laughs, our "all night girl talks" and everything wonderful about you. Que voy hacer sin Ud.?
Luv luv from Daughter #2

John and I are sorry to learn of
Adela's death. Our sympathies
are with you all.