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Allen Lindquist Obituary
July 16, 1932 - May 19, 2008
Allen Passlow Lindquist, 75, Venice, died May 19, 2008.
The services will be private.
He is survived by his loving family: wife, Mima; daughters Gail and Karen; son-in-law Herb; and grandchildren Savannah, Michael and Jared.
Allen was born on July 16, 1932, in Brooklyn, N.Y. Some of his accomplishments were serving his country during the Korean War and making maps in the U.S. Pentagon. He was a party chief for a team of surveyors on the construction of the World Trade Center from 1966-1972. He surveyed many roads from Westchester, N.Y., to the east end of Long Island. He worked on bridges and remarkable New York landmarks such as the South Street Seaport. He loved nature, golf, the beach and, most of all, his family and friends. His family will always be thinking of him every day in their life. We love you, Pop-pop.
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Memories and Condolences
for Allen Lindquist
May 19, 2009
Savannah and Marcy - best friends forever!
May 19, 2009
Savannah will always love horses!
May 19, 2009
Gail Lindquist
May 19, 2009
Just after midnight on May 19th...2008. Was it a moment ago? You are thought of every single day. Spending time in St. Finbar's church today was very spiritual. You will remain in my heart forever! Little things in life mean the most and like you always said, "you can't take it with you!" Your words shall stay with us always, Dad. "Love and fear cannot dwell together"; "Surrender to the laws of life"; "God got me out of the gutter not it's up to me to get the gutter out of me"; "Get rid of negative thoughts!"; "Bend your knee before you bend your elbow - I can't, he can, so let him!"; and, lastly, one that you lived by: "...we see in honesty, sobriety, forgiveness, amends, and love signs of a spiritual awakening..." You are free from pain, and on a new journey, Dad. We will all see YOU when the wind shifts. Love and mahalo, Gail Allison XOXOXO 05-19-09,2:22pm PST
Kali Nagler
May 18, 2009
Dear Dad,
Tonight is the year anniversary, which marks the end of your journey on this Earth. May you rest in peace knowing our family is eternally grateful for the love and sacrifice you bestowed upon us. May you dwell in perpetual sunshine in the house of the Lord surrounded by unyielding love. I miss you dad and I think of you everyday. Love always, Karen
This is my favorite golf quote: “Golf is the closest game to the game we call life. You get bad breaks from good shots; you get good breaks from bad shots - but you have to play the ball where it lies.”
- Bobby Jones
Savannah 2009
May 17, 2009
Jared and Mike TKD
May 17, 2009
Jared Nagler
May 15, 2009
I miss you pop every day. I remember the time that we planted the trees in my front yard.Every time I see them I think about you. You are always with me. Every time I go up to bat at baseball I think about hitting a double for you. XOXOXO
Gail Allison Lindquist
May 13, 2009
I miss you, Dad, every single day. Gardening at my school is helping me think of how you cherished our home on Davis Street and that digging in the dirt never hurt anyone. You remain in my heart. See ya when the wind shifts! I love you! Gail XOXOXO
Rob and Teresa Arrouet
May 12, 2009
Teresa Arrouet
May 12, 2009
It was a pleasure to know Uncle Al. As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.
Katherine Wanzor-Hulse
January 3, 2009
January 03, 2009:
As we all begin this new year, we remember those who have left us and pray for their safe keeping. Our love only grows with the passing of time. I miss you all; Uncle Allie, Daddy, and Cousin Danny but am happy to know that you three cousins are all together waiting for us to meet again "some sunny day"....
Love, Kathi
Found a monarch catepillar in the yard. Kept it in a fish tank and 13 days later this is what we saw. Fly you high butterfly!
October 4, 2008
mike nagler
October 1, 2008
hi, everyone who misses pop as deeply as I do, remember this: Pop is always with us. he always will be. because he's no dead, he's alive. in our hearts.
April 2008...Miss you Dad
September 28, 2008
Gail has an eye for the camera and it shows in this photo of Dad
September 28, 2008
September 28, 2008
Mima and Al March 3, 1962
September 28, 2008
Construction of South Street Seaport Pier 17
September 28, 2008
Allen's high school graduation picture
September 28, 2008
Kali Nagler
September 28, 2008
I have been thinking about my Dad a lot lately. There is such a profound emptiness where I used to feel his presence. I am still learning from his words of wisdom and carry his love in my heart. I think and pray for all those who have lost a dear one to cancer. Mike said, "Pop's time on earth was too short but he will live forever in our hearts." Every now and then Jared will notice a far off look in my eyes and know I am thinking of my dad and he says, "You miss Pop, don't you?" I find comfort in knowing that along with my dad's words of wisdom I now carry my sons' wise words in my heart.
Savannah Lindquist
July 19, 2008
My grandpa was the best grandpa anyone could ever have in the universe. He really knew how to have a lot of fun and laughs. i enjoyed my 12 years with him. I will think of him everyday. I miss you pop-pop and I love you.
Gail Lindquist
July 19, 2008
Your birthday just passed ... and you would have been a young 76, Dad. I thought about you a lot on July 16th as I do every day. I am sure you enjoyed your day at that 19th hole. Forever in our hearts, Love, Gail XOXOXOXO 07-19-2008
July 13, 2008
Kali Nagler
July 10, 2008
That's right Shannon Big Al was always good with kids. "Uncle Al the kiddies' pal" Uncle Lenny would say. No wonder his grandchildren loved him so much!
Shannon Wanzor
July 10, 2008
Although the years have been too many since I last saw you, I remember how sweet you were to me when I was a wee little one. Everytime I go to Walt Whitman Mall I always think of you....(I remember the time (one of the many) the fire alarm went off and you told me not to worry. The years have passed since then and I now imagine you in heaven with my Daddy and my Uncle Lenny looking down on all your loved ones (with drinks in hands) having a laugh, happy and peaceful. I will miss you as will many. May your spirit soar.....With love, Shannon
July 8, 2008
July 8, 2008
July 8, 2008
Susan Heard
July 7, 2008
To all the Lindquists,
A huge hug from Nantucket.
I'll talk to you soon Gaily.
xoxo Susan
South Jetty
July 7, 2008
Your beautiful wife.
July 7, 2008
Now we're talkin'.
July 7, 2008
Retirement!
July 7, 2008
South Jetty
July 7, 2008
July 7, 2008
Melville, NY
July 7, 2008
Yankee Stadium June 2008
July 7, 2008
On the job - World Trade Center - early 1970s
July 7, 2008
As a young boy and a man you always had a great smile!
July 7, 2008
These flowers were dedicated to Dad on May 19 and placed in the Gulf of Mexico off the South Jetty.
July 7, 2008
Wilton NY
July 6, 2008
Lake George, NY 2007
July 6, 2008
Herb Nagler
July 6, 2008
Al left me with many fond memories and sadness in my heart. He was a wonderful
father-in-law and when with his grandchildren I could see in his eyes the
genuine love he had felt for them. Although we were 1500 miles away, and I
didn't think of him every day, it was comforting to know he was there. I miss
him.
In our hearts every day...forever. Miss you and love you Pop-Pop/Dad! See you one when the wind shifts. Aloha, Savannah-Grace and Gail XOXO
July 5, 2008
The beginning of a memory garden for you, Dad.
July 1, 2008
We miss you, Dad. See you when the wind shifts. All our love, Kali, Herb, Mike and Jared
July 1, 2008
mike nagler
June 23, 2008
A great grandfather who knew how to have fun with his grandsons. Miss you Pop-Pop
Suntree Country Club, spring 2008
Arrouet Family
June 21, 2008
With mixed emotions we say goodbye. For while Al has entered eternal paradise, his family and friends will go on missing him every day until we are reunited in God's kingdom once again. Lord please comfort and bless Al's loved ones in this time, until we see that glorious day.
Karen Fincher
June 18, 2008
Although I never had the pleasure of meeting Allen in person, I feel as though I knew him through his daughter Gail.
Over the course of our friendship, Gail has shared so many wonderful childhood memories, and Saturday morning conversations that it often seemed as though Allen and Mima were right down the street, instead of thousands of miles away. My only regret is that I never had the honor of first person contact.
All the best,
K
Katherine Wanzor-Hulse
June 10, 2008
The list of my very favorite people is a short one and Uncle Allie, YOU are in the top of that list. I know that you are with my Dad and cousin Danny and in a better place for all of you. I count the time until "We meet again, some sunny day".....
Love you with all of my heart, Kathi Wanzor Hulse
Gail Lindquist
June 9, 2008
Three weeks...and it's like I saw you yesterday. We went hunting for shark's teeth down at Venice Beach before the sun came up. Your collection of shark's teeth is amazing. Mom should give them to Mote Marine in your name. I miss you, Dad. Look over us and know we LOVE you! -Gail XOXO 9 June '08
Karen "Kali" Nagler
June 7, 2008
Thank
you for all the condolences, thoughts, prayers, phone calls, meals and
support given to my family during this difficult time. Every gesture
has brought comfort to my family.
Mima and Allen's youngest daughter,
Joel Shapiro
June 7, 2008
Dear Gail,
I am very sorry to learn about the loss of your father. I can see that he was a very special person and will be missed by many friends and loved ones. I know that his memory will bring you comfort and strength.
Eleanor Buck Millwater
June 3, 2008
Ally Lindquist I saw Allys name on my Church Prayer list first and wondered if it was the same person I knew in Roslyn High School....Ally was a great guy and well thought of at Roslyn....sorry for your loss....
Patricia Ingold
May 30, 2008
Gail:
We are very sorry for your loss. Even though Paul and I never really got to know your father, we feel a great loss because he was our fellow brother veteran. Remember that God called him home for a reason and that he is in a better place.
With all our love,
Pat and Paul Ingold
Fr. Weitzel
May 28, 2008
Dear Gail,
Please know that you and your family are in the prayers of the people of St. Mark's as you mourn your father's death.
Faithfully, Mark+
Gail Allison Lindquist
May 27, 2008
Well, Dad, I hope you will be happy on your journey AND I will see you when the wind shifts!!!! I will miss you every single day! I am glad you realized your dream of living in Florida. You deserved it! XOXO, Gail 8:15pm, PST 05-27-08
Francis Corbett
May 24, 2008
Your friends at the Venice Newsstand will miss you Al !!! Bon voyage and Semper Fidelis .
Elliot Ernest , Bill Kenny & Frank Corbett
Barbara Gurba (Pettit)
May 24, 2008
Dear Mrs.Lindquist,Gail,Karen...
We are so sorry to hear of your loss...you are all in our prayers.
Love,
The Gurba girls
Nancy,Karen, and Barbara
Rod Parry
May 23, 2008
al will be missed at the golf course we always had pleasent conversation on many different topics , regards, Rod Parry G.M. Lake Venice Golf Club.
Arnold (Gus) Gustafson
May 23, 2008
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
I worked with Al for quite a few years and will always remember the "good ole days"
John T Panaseny
May 23, 2008
Please accept my deepest sympathies.
John T. Panaseny, worked with Al in 1950's with Dioguardi and Wolf
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