Lester Alvin "Les" Van Allen

Lester Alvin "Les" Van Allen obituary, Brookfield, WI

Lester Alvin "Les" Van Allen

Lester Van Allen Obituary

Visit the Becker Ritter Funeral Home & Cremation Services - Brookfield website to view the full obituary.
Reunited with his precious wife of 57 years, Juliana on April 14, 2025 at the age of 87. Loving father of Jeffrey "Zamboni", David, Thomas (Stephanie), and Randal (Linda). Grandfather of 10 grandchildren and 18 great-grandchildren. Beloved brother of Shirley Poehnelt. Preceded in death by his parents and siblings. Also loved by other relatives and friends.
Visitation at the Funeral Home on Wednesday, May 14, 2024 from 4-6:45PM. Celebration of Les's life at 7PM. Entombment at Wisconsin Memorial Park on Thursday, May 15, 2025, please meet at the Funeral Home at 1030AM. Memorials appreciated to the Diabetes Foundation or the charity of your choice.
Becker Ritter Funeral Home & Cremation Services - Brookfield

14075 West North Avenue, Brookfield, WI 53005

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