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Eddie Allen Obituary

Allen, Eddie
Age 37 of Gilbert, AZ. passed away suddenly. He is survived by his wife: Erin. Daughters: Sara, Melissa, and Megan. Son: Sean. Parents: Ed & Carol Allen. Mother & Father In Law: Jim & Bobbi Kennealy.. Sister: Kristin (Seth) Golubuchek. A Memorial Service will be held in his honor on Friday, May 1, 2009 at 10:00 AM at Mariposa Gardens Memorial Park 6747 E. Broadway Road in Mesa. The family will receive friends from 9:00 AM until time of service on Friday. Eddie graduated from ASU with a Bachelor Degree in Computer Engineering. He worked for Bank of America as a V.P. of Information Systems and Analysis. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made in the name of Eddie Allen at any Bank of America.

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Published by The Arizona Republic from Apr. 29 to Apr. 30, 2009.

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Grandma

May 3, 2013

Melissa,
Life is full of peaks and valleys, sometimes the time in the valleys never seems to end but it will eventually. Have faith and be strong and remember you are an Allen. We don't give up. Loving you always.

Melissa Allen

May 1, 2013

Life never seems to get any easier does it dad?

Mom

April 20, 2013

As another anniversary rolls around I still don't have any answers. A hole remains and will never be gone. Miss and love you always.

Missy Allen

April 19, 2013

Thanks aunt Jen.

April 5, 2013

Carrying you with me in my heart always..miss you....aunt pat

Jen Klingberg

March 9, 2013

Hi Melissa-
Please Know I think of you OFTEN !!!! If you EVER want to talk day or night ,or email here is my info
Cell # 602 550-3617
[email protected]

Jen klingberg

March 9, 2013

Melissa ,
I think of you often ! If you ever need to talk I'm here 6025503617 or email me [email protected] . Just letting you know I'm here ......

March 5, 2013

Know that you are with us always.

Melissa Allen

March 2, 2013

I don't get. Somtimes I froget, what it was like when you were around, what you looked like. Most of all I can't seem to remember what your
voice sounded like. I want to stop forgeting. My life is changing a lot. Somtimes I just want to stop and go back to those days where I was worry free.
Where i knew I was safe and my dad would never let anyone harm me, where my parents were in love and we were a happy family. Now we are
incomplete, and I do question am I safe when I go to bed at night. I also think what will happen if my mom finds someone else. It is hard to know the
truth.I know you were the best dad ever and to me the best person in the world.I love you and you will always be on my mind.


your daughter
boogie

Shawn King

February 26, 2013

I worked w' Eddie at one or more of Mastersoft-Frame-Adobe-Inso in the 90s. Quite a cool guy--awesome. Ran across his name in my contact list today. I lit this candle to join the terrific support that's still here.
Godspeed to you all.
--shawn

Love Mom

January 17, 2013

It has been tough for your family this week you are sorely missed. I think of your smiling face all the time.

Melissa Allen

January 14, 2013

Dad I love you and miss you. It has been a rough week and it is times like this that your smile is greatly missed. Mom says I have your humor and I take a lot of pride in that but no one is as great as you.
Boogie

Melissa Allen

January 14, 2013

Dad I miss you so much.... This week has been so crappy it is times like this that I miss you smiling face and your jokes. I love you so much.
Boogie

May 16, 2012

Love and miss you

John McAllister

May 2, 2012

I saw this and it broke my heart...I'm so very sorry for your family. I worked with you at the video store...you always made me laugh and we had so many fun time together. Thank you for touching my life and I will ALWAYS remember our FRIENDSHIP...till we meet again my friend.

Fran Cohen

April 26, 2012

I only worked with Eddie a brief time, but he touched the heart of everyone that knew him...I can still hear his voice, and especially his wonderful laugh. I hope knowing that he is not forgotten by so many people, is of some slight comfort to those of you who lived and loved him so closely. Sending balloons to him is such an awesome idea. I will send one this weekend too.

Love Mom

April 25, 2012

Missing you and your strength, loving you always.

April 24, 2012

Three years without you seems like a lifetime I dread the rest of my years without you. See you in heaven when I get there.

April 24, 2012

Daddy you were such a awesome dad. You made my entire life colorful. Through our ups and downs you were always there for us. I miss you so much. I hope I will get to see you again. Life is just not the same without you. I wish you had never gone on that motorcycle but I know you had a great time. Knowing that makes me feel a bit better. I love sssssoooooo much daddy and I miss you. Love Boogie

Erin Allen

April 24, 2012

Love and miss you more than words can ever express. I hate the month of April and wish I could change that horrible day. Watch for your balloons the kids are sending you. Three kisses.

April 24, 2012

Its been three years tomorrow since that awful Saturday afternoon. Miss and love you always. Still can't believe you are gone. Love you forever, Aunt Pat and Uncle G.

March 9, 2012

Missing you so much. Wish I could reach out and hold you in my arms and never let go. I miss your laughter that once filled our home. Life without you seems incomplete even three years later. I love you with all my heart babe.

February 16, 2012

Missing you as always Eddie. Love you. Aunt Pat

Love Mom

December 27, 2011

Having a great visit with your family wish you were here. Always a piece missing....

December 25, 2011

MERRY CHRISTMAS IN HEAVEN. LOVE AND MISS YOU. AUNT PAT

December 11, 2011

dreamt of you ....you provided clarity THANK YOU xo

November 19, 2011

Holidays are upon us once again. Wish we could share them with you. You are now our shining Christmas star.....love you always.....Aunt Pat

November 1, 2011

Stared at the stars last evening and spoke quietly to you ....Wished you a Happy 40th cousin

Love Mom

October 31, 2011

HAPPY BIRTHDAY SON!

September 21, 2011

Remembering you today and every day. Always in our hearts. Aunt Pat, Uncle George and Lori

Erin Allen

September 20, 2011

They say all things happen for a reason, but I am still looking for the reason why such a loved and respected individual had to be ripped from his family. Wherever you are babe we love and miss you more than you will ever know. Three kisses!

June 1, 2011

Happy Anniversary Babe! Missing you bunches and bunches. Three kisses!

April 26, 2011

Love and miss you Eddie. Love Aunt Pat, Uncle George and Lori

Love Mom

April 26, 2011

It is the second anniversary of your passing, it is still very sad. I wish you eternal peace until we meet again.

April 25, 2011

PEACE

March 9, 2011

Sara is playing proudly for her daddy tonight in her band concert. Rip babe we love you.

January 28, 2011

Life is so very frusterating with you gone. Wish I could light your way home to us. Three kisses Babe. Till we meet again I will do my best to make you proud.

December 16, 2010

Love you always Babe!!! Having a very hard time finding any peace lately. three kisses.

December 5, 2010

"It's better to cry than to be angry. Anger hurts others, while tears flow silently through the soul and cleanse the heart."

December 3, 2010

Just found out we lost a great person. I worked with Eddie at Vital Processing Services (TSYS). He was my best team member and a person I was priviledged to know. He will be sorely missed. My condolences to Erin and his children. Jeff Guttmacher

Love Mom

October 31, 2010

HAPPY BIRTHDAY Son!!! Miss your smiling face.

Love Mom

October 4, 2010

Miss you son. Big changes in my life hope they are the right ones. Things are getting better but will never be quite the same.

August 30, 2010

Holding down the fort as best as I can Babe. Making some changes that I think you would be very proud of, but it just does not seem to fill the void in my heart. I love and miss you more and more each day.

your wife

June 16, 2010

The heartache I carry around because of your death is like no other. I miss you so much Babe and wish that I could go back in time and stop you from taking that ride. Instead of the laughter that used to fill our ears, we hear anger and upset that such a wonderful man had to be taken from a family that needed and wanted him so much. I love you with all my heart and miss you more and more each day. Please watch over the kids and remember that they love and miss daddy!!! Three kisses Babes I love you today, tomorrow and ALWAYS!!!

June 10, 2010

I'm still carrying you in my heart and think about you everyday. I will always miss your smile and laughter and the great personality you had. I know you are with us and pray for all of us to have strength to go and keep your memory alive forever. Love you....

Al Conway

April 30, 2010

I've been following this memorial since last year. I couldn't make it to the funeral, but I thought about Eddie all day that day. I ride motorcycles too. I don't know the circumstances of Eddie's fate, but whenever I ride now, it is on high-alert for anything possible. I keep riding because of the feeling of freedom in the face of danger on the roads. It certainly isn't for everyone. I know Eddie must have felt the same. But now I can't e-mail Eddie, and it brings great sadness. But he is fine, laughing, riding far.

April 28, 2010

So sorry for your loss!

April 26, 2010

His 2 youngest Megan & Sean

April 26, 2010

Ed's father with Ed's son Sean

April 26, 2010

Erin , Sara, Melissa, Megan & Sean

April 26, 2010

Eddie & the kids

April 26, 2010

Eddie Sara & Melissa A.K.A. " Boogie"

April 26, 2010

Eddie & Jen at Nanny's house

April 26, 2010

April 26, 2010

I dont understand nor do I claim to understand where you are or when /if we will all be together one day . All I can do is live in the moment and feel the emotions as they come up for me. Yesterday was difficult although I did feel some peace. I hope to be more involved with your children telling them stories of our childhood times together because I think you would want that. I am at peace with your decision to ride that day and heard you were REALLY excited about going.I believe energy is neithercreated nor destroyed and therefore your energy is absorbed back into this vast Universe we all exist in. I KNOW you werent religous so I can share this with you because neither am I ......I will continue to remember you with a very happy heart . I will participate with your wife and children and enjoy watching them as they grow. I know you would do the same for me . BIG lesson here is to tell the people u love that YOU LOVE THEM ......... I have regrets for not saying that to you cousin.
Jen

April 26, 2010

What a beautiful day yesterday was. You would be so proud of your wife and children. We were all together and there was a lot of tears, but so much love. I know you were there with us. Love Aunt Pat

April 25, 2010

Babe,
The world just is not the same without your love and laughter. Hope you are in a better place and are waiting with open arms for all that miss you. Three kisses and Many many hugs!!!Love you forever.

Erin

Mom

April 25, 2010

Eddie,
You are so missed our family really is feeling the loss. You took a piece of my heart with you. Love you Always.

Angela Masella

April 23, 2010

Eddie was a great friend and will always be missed!

Fran Cohen

April 23, 2010

I follow the guest book entries and although I only knew Eddie for a short time, he made such a large impression with his constant good nature and willingness to help out on everthing and anything. I miss him so much, I can't even begin to imagine how much those of you so close to him must feel. I hope there is at least a little comfort in knowing he touched so many people's lives. Eddie: I'm sure you're creating and enjoying as much havoc in heaven as you did here on earth. Until we meet again, Fran (Bank of America)

April 22, 2010

Almost a year has gone by and I think about you every day. You are in my prayers and close to my heart. I will always carry your love with me. Till we meet again.......Love Aunt Pat

love, Mom

April 5, 2010

Happy Easter, can't believe it is almost a year. It is not the same without you. I miss your happy spirit and hope your grandparents are taking are of you as they did in life.

April 4, 2010

Happy Easter Babes, I love you bunches and miss you greatly!

March 30, 2010

Almost a year since that horible day in all our lives. Life will never ever be the same. You are still in our daily thoughts. We love you bunches.
Love Erin

March 24, 2010

I love you babes. Three Kisses.

Al Conway

February 28, 2010

Erin,
I knew and worked with Eddie at Adobe/Inso/Stellent. We all met at a Adobe Xmas party. I really liked Eddie's sense of humor and we really related. Prior to Adobe, I worked at Honeywell Intl. on avionics s/w for business jets. Eddie used to joke that "you will never fly inside a business jet" (because I too was a bit politically incorrect). Well. I still think about that and since returning to HI, I am very close to flying in the business jet and enjoying the wet bar! So if I do, I will be remembering your great husband Eddie and raising a drink to him in-flight. I miss him too and wish Eddie and I would have had more frequent e-mail before he left us all so early. Take care Erin and children, the time passing heals.

Erin Allen

February 26, 2010

Hey Babes,
It has been almost a year since you passed away and it is still not any easier for me. I miss you more and more each day. I really hope you know just how loved you will always be. Life will never be the same for any of us.

February 3, 2010

Thinking of you today and always. Miss you bunches. Wish I could hear you laughter and feel your warm hugs again. Life will NEVER be the same. I luv you big much Babes. Hope you are at peace and watching me and the kids. Three Kisses.
~ Your struggling wife

January 22, 2010

You are always in my thoughts and prayers. Hope that you are in a place of light and peace and are watching over your family. A great sadness will always be with us. We have such beautiful memories of you......Miss you....love Aunt Pat

jennifer klingberg

January 22, 2010

Had a dream of you this week .....been shedding tears for you cousin . Remembering when I would come to Az from NY and we would pal around. WHo knew at that time we were creating memories that I would TREASURE the rest of my life. I am struggling this week :-(

January 10, 2010

Spent the day with your beautiful children ...they are SO AMAZING !!! Felt you walking close by us the entire day ...I was overwhelmed at times thinking of you as I looked at your children. Iam still struggling with grief . Your death has had such the impact on this family
I MISS YOU EDDIE & I LOVE YA

Still feels unreal ,
cuzin Jen xoxo

Erin Allen

January 8, 2010

Thinking of you often and missing you more than you will ever know Babes. Hugs and kisses to you. Still keep asking why and still keep coming up empty handed.

Mom

December 31, 2009

Happy New Year Son. We miss you and your great joke telling. Hope this is a better year. Love you always.

December 25, 2009

Missed dearly xo

December 24, 2009

Merry Christmas Babe, The kids and I are missing you gobs and gobs. This Christmas our theme was "believe" and "Angels". We Believe that we will see you again and that you are our angel.
Your loving family xoxoxo

Carol Allen

November 1, 2009

Eddie, Happy Birthday son! I sure do miss you. Hope you have divine bliss.

November 1, 2009

Happy Birthday son. I miss your smiling face and upbeat personality. Part of me will never be the same and it is with great sadness that I think of you. Hope you are at peace.

Love, Mom

October 31, 2009

Happy Birthday Dear. Thinking of you today with a big hole in our hearts. We are sending you balloons and making your favorite cake in your honor. Wish you were here. Love you.

Your wife

October 27, 2009

THinking of you often lately....finished my tattoo which has a special meaning to me of you ! !
I have learned to cherish family and friends and to MAKE TIME for you never know what the future may bring. Words cant describe what a special human being you were. I will think of you with a heavy heart on the 31st xoxo

October 27, 2009

Its almost Halloween, your birthday......I'm remembering our phone call last year on that day when I wished you a Happy B-day........I can still hear your voice on the phone.......there will always be a void for all of us but we will fill it up with your memories and our love for you...........Aunt Pat

October 4, 2009

Just wanted to let you know we are thinking of you babe. It is October your favorite month. The kids and I are finding no peace this month, but hope you are. We love and miss you more than you will ever know.

..........Your wife and kids

September 29, 2009

Eddie, You are in my thoughts and I miss your great big hugs and wonderful laugh and of course, your jokes! I know you are in a place of light and peace and hope that I can share it with you and Nanny and Papa when my time on earth is done.........Aunt Pat

September 16, 2009

Hey Babe,Our Angel Eddie
Having a hard time living without you this week-- would love to hear your laugh or feel you in my arms again. Lot's of tears have been shed this week for no other reason than I am really missing you and love you bunches.

Love your Wife of 13 years

Mom

August 1, 2009

There was a beautiful white flower on the Chinese evergreen from your memorial today. You will be in my prayers until we meet again.

Christmas 2008

July 30, 2009

July 30, 2009

Thinking of you often Cuzzzz

Erin Allen

July 11, 2009

I love you Eddie today and always. Not a day goes by that I don't cry and my heart breaks, but I take some peace in knowing that the kids and I have the best angel in the world. Please watch over us. I can not wait to see you again, but know that I have to finish raising our four wonderful children. Don't forget me because I will NEVER forget you. I LOVE YOU BABE-- Three kisses.

July 5, 2009

Eddie, I am thinking and praying for you today and everyday.......Miss you and hope you are watching over all of us with Nanny and Papa.......we love you forever......Aunt Pat

Megan and Sean Allen

June 13, 2009

Daddy,
We will never get the chance to get to know you like Sara and Boogie did, but Mommy is going to keep your memory alive. We are going to know how much you wanted and loved us. Rest in peace Daddy.

Leah Core

May 20, 2009

I send strength and hope to you and your children Erin - and to all of those close to him. I've really been thinking of Eddie lately and how long it's been since we've spoken and feel so out of touch for just finding out.
It was a privilege to work with him at Vital - he was an integral part of the great spirit and energy there.
You cannot ask for more than a life well-lived and he excelled!

GARY LUCIER

May 19, 2009

I SURE AM GOING TO MISS YOU, EDDIE. GAMES OF "H.A.G.", STORIES OF SWIRLIES, CRUSTIES, AND RATCHET ADJUSTMENTS. I'M GOING TO MISS THAT PERPETUAL BIG GRIN. ONLY THE GOOD DIE YOUNG. GOD MUST HAVE REALIZED JUST HOW VERY SPECIAL YOU WERE TO CALL YOU TO HANG OUT WITH HIM. HOPE HE TREASURES YOUR FRIENDSHIP AS MUCH AS I DID. HOPEFULLY, I'LL GET TO SEE YOU AGAIN WHEN MY TIME COMES.

Denise Swensen

May 19, 2009

May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.

Gwen Morphis

May 19, 2009

I had the unique privilege of knowing and working with Eddie at Vital and Bank of America. He was one of the nicest men I know. He was always knowledgeable, helpful, and supportive. We will miss him dearly. Everyone liked Eddie. My prayers and thoughts go out to his family. May our thoughts and memories keep him in our hearts forever.

Maria Rausch

May 19, 2009

I worked with Eddie a number of years ago at Vital, and will remember him for his knowledge, humor, helpfulness, and good nature ... all-around just one of the good guys. I am so saddened to hear this news, and my thoughts and prayers go out to Eddie's family and close friends.

Rick Maag

May 19, 2009

I had the privilege of knowing and working with Eddie during my years at Vital. Even though I left Vital in 2001, I stayed in touch with Eddie and will really miss his witty e-mails and sense of humor. The world was a better place because of Eddie. He will be missed.

Jason Kelton

May 18, 2009

Dear Allen Family,

I worked with Eddie for a number of years and we kept in touch after he left to go to Bank of America. Eddie was truly one of a kind and one of the very best - in all aspects of his work, his attitude towards life and his love for his family. He loved to make people laugh, was self driven at work to be the very best at what he did, and to mentor those that worked with him to help them as well. He always had a smile on his face, without regard to how bad the issues were or the number of hours we put in at the office. When he spoke of his family, that smile he always seemed to have on his face would get a little bigger and he always had a gleam of pride in his eyes. I know he loved all of you with everything that he was.

I am deeply saddened to hear of Eddie’s passing. I do not have the words to adequately express my sorrow and condolences to your family. I am very sorry for your loss. I will very much miss Eddie’s humor and friendship.

Toby Stone

May 18, 2009

I just found out about the horrible trajadey. Eddie was a very fun and knowlegable guy. He was always fun to be around here at work when he worked for Visa/Vital. You will be really missed. You and your familys thoughts are in our prayers.

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