Allen Thomas Zell

Allen Thomas Zell obituary, Gresham, OR

Allen Thomas Zell

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Jan

5

Celebration of Life

The Aerie at Eagle’s Landing Golf Course

10220 SE Causey Avenue, Happy Valley, OR 97086

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Jan

5

Service

1:00 p.m.

Willamette National Cemetery (Gate 1)

8098 SE 112th Avenue, Portland, OR 97086

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Gresham Memorial Chapel

Allen Zell Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Gresham Memorial Chapel on Dec. 15, 2025.
The world bids farewell to Allen Thomas Zell in Gresham, Oregon, departing on November 22, 2025 at the age of 82. Allen leaves behind memories cherished by the community and a legacy of love that will continue to illuminate the lives of family and friends. You can send your sympathies in the guestbook provided and share it with the family. You may also send flowers to the celebration of life service.

He was predeceased by: his parents, Allen Francis Zell and Margaret Sampson. He is survived by; his wife Judy; his children, Jennifer (Olivier) and David; his grandchildren, Cameron and Riley.

The military honors will be held on Monday, January 5th 2026 at 1:00 PM at Willamette National Cemetery (Gate 1, 8098 SE 112th Avenue, Portland, OR 97086). Please arrive a little early to verify the reader board for the appropriate shelter and procession. A Celebration of Life will be held immediately following the cemetery service at The Aerie at Eagle's Landing Golf Course (10220 SE Causey Avenue, Happy Valley, OR 97086).

The military honors will be held on Monday, January 5th 2026 at 1:00 PM at Willamette National Cemetery (Gate 1, 8098 SE 112th Avenue, Portland, OR 97086). Please arrive a little early to verify the reader board for the appropriate shelter and procession. A Celebration of Life will be held immediately following the cemetery service at The Aerie at Eagle's Landing Golf Course (10220 SE Causey Avenue, Happy Valley, OR 97086).

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Upcoming Events

Jan

5

Celebration of Life

The Aerie at Eagle’s Landing Golf Course

10220 SE Causey Avenue, Happy Valley, OR 97086

Send Flowers

Jan

5

Service

1:00 p.m.

Willamette National Cemetery (Gate 1)

8098 SE 112th Avenue, Portland, OR 97086

Send Flowers

Services provided by

Gresham Memorial Chapel