San Francisco, California
1937 - 2019
Gary Pembroke Allen
1937 - 2018
Gary, a third generation Californian, died peacefully in his sleep after a long illness. He was professionally an artist, teacher, and filmmaker. He was also passionately a dancer, lover, and musician. Gary had a varied and fascinating life. From his earliest...Read MoreMany years have passed. I was an art student of his in the early 1970s. He was very influential & kind. Heartfelt condolences to his family, friends, former students, & all.
Laureen Sabella
March 05, 2024 | School
Gary Allen was a wonderful, kind, and inspiring teacher I had the privilege of learning from while at City College in the early 70s. I am sad to hear of his passing. He leaves behind a legacy of free thinking and encouragement to so many Sam Francisco art students. Kay Stamoulis Kartsioukas
Kay Kartsioukas
January 03, 2024 | School
Gary Allen was a wonderful Art Teacher. I was only able to take a couple of his classes, but he sure made a big impression on me. So happy to hear that he found the great love of his life and had so many happy years to share. An Emmy winner and cat lover, I'm even more impressed. RIP to my favorite Art Teacher and a wonderful Artist.
Donna
July 15, 2021 | School
Haven't seen or communicated with him since graduation in 55 but he was a hell of a guy and we had a great time in high school I'm sure he will be missed immensely. Robert McDonnell (kansas)
January 28, 2019
My heart aches without you Gary; you are the love of my life, my soul mate and best friend. Almost 29 years together, so many wonderful things we shared. We were two peas in a pod, happy just hanging out with each other and, of course, with cats Sam then Toby. We knew from the moment we met there was magic and chemistry between us; it wasn't just a spark, it was a bonfire. We were meant to be and so we were. We "got each other" and didn't live for the approval of others; we always had...
Cleo Allen
January 25, 2019 | Vancouver, BC
I am sorry for the loss of your loved one. May the peace that God gives and his promise at John 6:40 strengthen and comfort you.
January 18, 2019
I'm so sorry for your loss. May you find strength and comfort from God's written word and from each other, during this most difficult time. Isiaiah 25:8
January 18, 2019