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Max Allen Obituary

ALLEN, Max J. Esq. OfBrookline,September 15, 2008. Beloved husband of Dr. Harriet Allen (Herbits). Father of Peter A. Esq. and Rev. Richard both of Brookline. Also survived by loving nieces & nephews. Funeral from The McNamara Funeral Home 460 Washington St. (At Lake St.) BRIGHTON Monday at 9:00 AM. Funeral Mass in St. lgnatius Church, 28 Commonwealth Ave., Chestnut Hill at 10 AM. Visiting hours Sunday 2 thru 4 PM. Interment V.A. National Cemetery Bourne, MA at 1 PM. Donations to The Burke Center for Youth, PO Box 40, Driftwood, TX 78619. For online guestbook and directions please visit www.mcnamara-sparrell.com McNamara - Sparrell Funeral Homes Brighton-Cohasset-Norwell 617-782-9636

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Published by Boston Globe on Sep. 19, 2008.

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Mark Cook

October 16, 2008

I am so sorry to hear of Max's passing. I worked with him at PCCF and he was a great mentor to me. He was the grandfather I never had. I am sorry for your loss.

Thomas Kane

September 25, 2008

Dear Harriet: I am so sorry for your loss. I know that you had just celebrated 60 years together and I hope some of those warm and wonderful memories will help you through this most difficult time. You are in my thoughts and prayers. I know that your strength and the love of your family and friends will bring you through this. With all my best in love, Tom

Dennis Ditelberg

September 24, 2008

Max was a wonderful person. Please accept my heartfelt sympathy.

Laurene Gfroerer

September 23, 2008

You have been in my thoughts. Bless all of you in this difficult time.

Warren Loew

September 20, 2008

Many condolences at your loss. I will remember Max, and our many talks, and his humor towards life.

Wendy Marks

September 20, 2008

Many condolences at your loss.

Jon Levine

September 20, 2008

I will fondly remember Max for his good humor and his upbeat outlook on life. My condolences to you, his family.

Eileen Mehta, treas. United India Assn of New England

September 19, 2008

We are grateful for his many years of service to the Indian community.

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