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Thomas Allen Obituary
1927-2015
Thomas P. Allen Jr., a man who loved compassionately, trusted wholeheartedly, and hoped fervently, went home to be with his Lord and Savior on Saturday September 12th. He passed away peacefully in his sleep after spending recent days doing what he most enjoyed. He had great love for his family, a laugh that was contagious, and a smile that warmed the room. Tom was born in Decatur, Illinois, Oct 21, 1927, to Thomas P. Allen Sr. and Lucille Ochs. After serving in the U.S. Navy, he attended Compton College where he met his wife, Mary, to whom he was joyfully married for 67 years. After graduating from Southwestern Law School, he practiced law in the South Bay for 35 years, after which Tom served on the Los Angeles County Superior Court in Torrance. He also sat on assignment on the Riverside County Superior Court. Tom lived in Palos Verdes Estates until he retired to Rancho Mirage. Tom is survived by his wife, Mary, whom he worshiped, his three children, 10 grandchildren, 17 great grandchildren, and his sister, Dorothy Whitman. Services will be held 1:00 p.m. on Friday, September 25th, at Desert Springs Church, 43435 Monterey Ave., Palm Desert. In lieu of flowers, the family asks that any donations be made to Bridge2Rwanda, "Tom Allen Ministries" bridge2rwanda.org
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thomas Peter harris
November 17, 2015
My condolences to Tom Allan III, Theresa and his family, I would like to contact Tom and have a catch up.
Kindest Regards, T.Peter Harris email: [email protected]
Toni French
September 26, 2015
My love and prayers go to you and your family. Tommy was one of the loveliest people I have ever know.
Nancy Singer
September 24, 2015
My sincere condolences to Mary. May your happy memories help to sustain you.
Dennis LeVine
September 24, 2015
To the family of "The Judge", as those who knew him often referred to him....A very singular man... I knew him as a friend, fishing buddy, confident, and he was our wedding officiant. Those whose paths he crossed were enriched by him. He had a zest for life and no matter what he always had time for you. He was the iconic story teller. I am grateful to have known him and we are all a little better for the experience. He will be missed. My condolences. Dennis and Dawn LeVine
LaJuana Norris
September 20, 2015
All my thought & prayers go out to all the family. Judge Allen was a wonderful man. He always was so nice to all the clerks that worked for he at South Bay Court.
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Grandpa Tom and Grandma Mary
September 17, 2015
My grandpa was my golf coach, fellow football fan and legal adviser. He is one of the best people I have ever known.
Patrick Kovac
September 17, 2015
TO the Allen Family Im sorry for your loss.Mr Allen was the officiant for my wedding in 1990.He was a fun guy and always seemed happy!Im sorry Tom for your Dad great person sad to hear the news!Take care from Patrick Kovac
September 17, 2015
To the Allen Family I send my deepest sympathy. My fondest memory of Tommy was when he was the officiant at my wedding, July 1994. I met Tom as a staff member of Assemblyman Dick Floyd.
karen darling
September 17, 2015
My deepest sympathy to Teresa and the rest of the family. He accomplished much in his life. So so sorry for your loss.
September 17, 2015
Very sorry for your loss. Kind and loving words can comfort you at this time especially coming from a God of comfort. (Isaiah 57:15)
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