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W. Allai Obituary

Name: Visitation for W. Wesley Allai
Start: 2018-02-09T18:00:00.000Z
End: 2018-02-09T19:00:00.000Z
Location: James River Church, West Campus

W. Wesley Allai, DDS, 63, of Ozark passed away Tuesday, February 6, 2018.

He received his undergraduate degree from the University of Pittsburg, Master's Degree from Indiana University/ Purdue and his DDS from University of Missouri Kansas City.

He loved raising Black Angus cattle and horses, fishing, bird hunting and football but his family was always number one. He was a member of the Missouri Dental Association, Springfield Chamber of Commerce and the American Association of Orthodontists.

Dr. Allai was preceded in death by his parents, Wayne and Reba Allai; infant son, Michael Wesley Allai and sister, Deborah Mckeen.

He is survived by his wife, Brenda, Ozark; four daughters, Millie Smart (Nick), Springfield, MO, Mollie Gillihan (Ryan), Gainesville, Fl, Mariah Joshi (Chris), Springfield, MO, Montana Allai, Columbia, MO and his step-mother, Jannette Allai, Pittsburg, KS.

Visitation will be held at 12 to 1 p.m., Friday, February 9, 2018 in James River Church, West Campus, 3953 West Farm Road 168, Springfield, MO 65807. Funeral services will begin at 1:00 p.m. with Pastor Mark Wright officiating under the direction of Gorman-Scharpf Funeral Home. Memorial contributions may be made to Horses of Hope, 6968 SE 20th, Baxter Springs, KS 66713.

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Published by Morning Sun on Feb. 8, 2018.

Memories and Condolences
for W. Allai

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30 Entries

Todd Padilla

February 2, 2021

Yesterday I was out at Millie and Nick’s house looking at a project to do for them and not only did I get to see my friend Brenda, but I also got to hear a funny story from Nick! He was telling me of a previous raised garden bed that he had built. Wes told him of a great deal on topsoil that he could hook him up with to put inside. So Wes arranged the delivery to my understanding and as Nick was pulling in the driveway to his home he passes the truck are leaving and Nick looks at the pile of dirt sitting on the outside of the garden bed and a shovel and Wes standing there smiling at him! So Millie and Nick believe that this was possibly a prank because Wes stayed there and played with baby Harper while Nick shoveled all of the dirt into his soon to be Garden! So to me, the moral of the story is that Wes may be gone, but he will never be forgotten, and I am sure that he was looking down on us yesterday and Having a great laugh!

Blaine Cline

March 1, 2018

Dr. Wes Allai was one of the most enjoyable people to be around. He loved talking about sports and he treated his coworker girls so kindly and he affected so many peoples lives. He is oh so greatly missed but is in a great place now.

Jeffrey Walker

February 13, 2018

This is so sad. Dr. Allai was such a nice person. He will be greatly missed.

Darren Taylor

February 11, 2018

So sorry to hear the sad news. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. Coach Taylor

Genetta Rose Duke

February 11, 2018

I am so very saddened to hear about the loss of this wonderful, caring person. He was my Orthodontist. He was honestly one of the sweetest, most kind hearted people whom I have ever met. It is such an honor to have known him. His family is in my prayers. He will be missed by so many. ~ Rose Duke

Linda Vena

February 10, 2018

I am so sorry to hear this. I met Wes in the first grade and we went all through school together. His sister, Debbie, was our babysitter growing up and he would come along sometimes. He was always such a smart, funny, talented guy. Sending good thoughts and prayers to his family. RIP Wesley!

Nancy Merry

February 10, 2018

Dr. Allai. Will always hold a special place in the Merry family heart. Amazing man with a sweet smile. We were blessed to know him professionally with our two daughters and then with our two grandchildren. Your family will be held up in prayer. God bless you all

Debbie Loyd

February 10, 2018

I am so saddened hearing of the loss of Dr Allai. He was my orthodontist years before our children were born and all attended Geeenwood together. A kind and gentleman will be missed.

Vanessa Thomas

February 9, 2018

We are so very sorry to hear of this. Dr Allai literally changed my daughters life after suffering horribly w jaw pain. I will forever be thankful! Many prayers for his family.Vanessa and Chloe Thomas

Larry cukjati

February 9, 2018

My deepest condolences to the Allai Family.

Mike Onelio

February 9, 2018

I only remember good, fun times being around Wes. The summer of 1970 playing baseball with the Legion-Bowlus team was something a young kid could only dream about. We ended up State Champs that year, but the part you remember most were the teammates you played with. Wes always kept you on the edge with his humor and laughter. Will be missed. RIP Hos!!!!!

Melissa Wilkerson-O'Mara

February 9, 2018

I am so deeply saddened and I don't even know where to start with all of the wonderful memories I have as a past employee of Dr. Allai and Brenda that grew into a wonderful friendship. My heart and prayers are with the Allai family. RIP Wes......

Derenda Shoemaker

February 9, 2018

Our deepest condolences. Our family TRUELY loved Dr. Allai, he wasn't just our orthodontist, but we concidered him our friend. He was a true gentleman. We are deeply saddened by his passing. We want to send our prayers and thoughts to the Allai family. God Bless you all Wes, Derenda, Gabe, and Gracie Shoemaker

Ramesh Moorjani

February 9, 2018

I live mostly in Dubai but I met him a few times as I would accompany my biz partner Natalie and her daughter Hannah when they had to visit him. He was polite and had a good sense of humor and somehow Ill miss seeing him even if it was fleetingly. May his soul RIP and may God give his family strength to bear their loss.

February 9, 2018

My heart, love and prayers are with the whole Allai family. Dr Allai will always hold a very special place in my heart. He had a heart of gold and truly cared for everyone that walked through the doors of the office. He will be missed!❤

Todd Padilla

February 8, 2018

My heart breaks for your entire family. Brenda, I know that you and your girls are loved by so many of us, because we see God through each of you. Remember my go to verse of Jeremiah 29:11 I know the plans I have for you, declares the Lord. Plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future. Respectfully yours, the Padilla family

February 8, 2018

Even after all these years (20+) I can still remember the pinstripe dress pants with matching vest and shiny cowboy boots. But most of all I remember what a sweet man, always smiling and so kind to his patients. He will be missed!

With love and prayers from my family to yours,
Valarie (Davis) Wright

February 8, 2018

I am devastated to learn of Wes passing away. We were very close in age and grew up together. To his dear family, please accept my sympathy. Rest In Peace my dear cousin. Love you!

Pamela Perry-Simoncic
Pittsburg, Kansas

Jennifer Herndon

February 8, 2018

He was such a good man. He was my children's orthodontist for years. They looked forward to each visit in order to be teased by Dr. Allai. He genuinely cared about each patient. There are not many doctors like him.

Roger Misasi, D.O.,FAOCA

February 8, 2018

Wes was a Pitt State EX brother & friend. We went to dental & med school in KC @ the same time. A great loss... my heart goes out to his family

Karen Summerfield

February 8, 2018

Dr Allai provided the braces for my son. He was a good man and I was glad he was the provider. He even bought cookies when my son was selling them.
Also, way to go designing a t-shirt that ended up on Stranger Things!! Talented man that will be missed by many.

February 8, 2018

I am so sorry for your loss. He was an amazing man and amazing orthodontist. He will definitely be missed by everyone who ever met him!!

Jill Seagrave

February 8, 2018

So sorry to hear of Wes passing. Praying for your whole family during this time of grief.

Algiere Family

February 8, 2018

Wes was a wonderful kind and caring man. He was a joy to be around. He will be greatly missed. Our thoughts and prayers are with his family and staff.

Jim Goble

February 8, 2018

All Legion-Bowlus teammates remember - you are a great 1970 Kansas CHAMPION! R.I.P., my friend. JEG

February 8, 2018

I am just devastated to read this. Dr Allai was excellent with our 3 children. When we lost derek 2 years ago I sent Dr the picture they took together on his final visit. I'm sure they are catching up now as Derek always loved visiting with him. I'm so very sorry for your loss...God bless you and give you strength.

Tonia

February 8, 2018

Tonia White I cant even think today this news is so upsetting to me and my family. Our hearts are breaking right now.. Wes and family was so good to us and my girls years ago .. HE sure loved Dalton .When I would take Dalton age 7 he would say to me you stay out here Nana I can go by myself ... then I would hear laughing and running and here would come Wes chasing Dalton out to me .. He was a Joy to my grandsons Dalton and Davin always asking about sports and how they were doing ... He will be missed !!
Prayers to you all

Tom Westhoff

February 8, 2018

My condolences to his family and staff. Dr. was so good to my two kids. He will be sorely missed by all!!

Lauren Quackenbush-Seler

February 8, 2018

Some of my favorite memories were at the allai residence. I also had the pleasure of having Dr Allai as my orthodontist. He was so caring and kind (and generous!), and nothing changed when you would enter his home. He was a wonderful foundation to a beautiful family. Love you all and praying for you.