David George Allen, 81, of Kansas City, MO died January 3, 2013 in Scottsdale, AZ. Memorial Services will be held at McGilley State Line Chapel, Friday, January 18th, 5:00 p.m. Visitation will be held from 3:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m., prior to the service.
Dave was born in Seattle, WA. He moved to Oak Park, IL and graduated from Oak Park High School. He attended St. Olaf College, Northfield, MN, before moving to Kansas City in 1951, when his father became pastor of St. Mark's Lutheran Church. He graduated from the University of Missouri with a B.S., in Business Administration, and was a member of Sigma Alpha Epsilon fraternity. As a Second Lieutenant in the Army, he attended flight school in San Marcos, TX and received his wings in 1955. After completing three years of active duty in Germany, he returned to Kansas City and retired from the Army Reserve with the rank of Captain. He became an agent with State Farm Insurance companies and built a large and successful agency. He was an agent with the company for 51 years, receiving many awards for outstanding production and service. He was a member of the Life Underwriters Association, the Missouri Alumni Association, and had been a board member of the Sons of the Revolution, and was a licensed pilot. He was active in youth activities such as Cub Scouts, AAU Swimming, and the Junior Tennis program when his children were growing up.
Dave is survived by his wife, Linda; his daughter and son-in-law, Sara Kathryn and Robert Nielsen of Houston; his son and daughter-in-law, Thomas and Leah Allen, of Honolulu; a brother, Ret. Col. John E. Allen and his wife, Glenna of Dayton; his sister, Margaret Allen and her husband, Dr. James Hunter of Philadelphia; and three grandsons, Trevor Thomas Allen and Tyler David Allen of Honolulu and Michael Allen Nielsen of Houston, step-daughter and son-in-law, Janet and Robert White of Blue Springs, MO; step-son and daughter-in-law, Grant and Sarah Shelnutt of Kansas City, MO; and step-grandchildren, Audrey and Hayden White. He was preceded in death by his wife of 45 years, Kathryn Nelson Allen in 2001. Memorial contributions may be made to Autismspeaks.org or Alzheimers.org/donate.
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July 23, 2013
Patricia Crumley
David was my agent for almost 40 years. He was a great agent, an exemplary man. I'm so glad to have known him and so very sad to hear of his passing.
March 13, 2013
Philip Koerper
My Uncle David was the greatest and he and Aunt Katie will be sorely missed. We were close up to the end even though I was far away. Will never forget when my wife and I moved back to KC to start medical school and we were low on money and Uncle David and Aunt Katie brought us a wedding gift. It was as if manna had dropped from heaven! I am so blessed to have him in my life and even named a son "David Allen" Koerper!
January 18, 2013
Diane Glass
Dave was a great boss and agent! He will be missed by all that knew him. My thoughts and prayers go out to his family.
January 18, 2013
Linda, we go back a long way to the old RO days in Columbia. Mary and I will miss Dave, but the great memories of both of you will never be forgotten. May God Bless you in this time. Sincerely, Rich & Mary Montgomery
January 18, 2013
Jill Frustaci
I grew up in the State Farm family, and I have so many fond memories of Dave and Katie. They were my partners in crime in Austria and in Acapulco. I am very blessed to have called them my friends. My blessings and prayers to all of his family, far and wide. He will be truly missed.
January 18, 2013
Sharon Love
God bless you Dave - you're flying high now :)
January 18, 2013
Dell Six
Sincere sympathy & prayers to Dave's family. What a class act this man was and what a legacy he leaves for his family. RIP Dave Allen..The Six Family loves you.
January 17, 2013
Vicky Mathison-frets
Blessings to Dave and his family
January 16, 2013
Stephen Searcy
I have known Dave for about 50 years. He was an inspiration and not to mention a great friend. He is at peace and will be missed by all and my family.
January 15, 2013
Gabor Adler
Dave, you were a great friend and insurance agent. You will be missed by so many people.
January 15, 2013
Marcia Williamson
Dave was my boss many years ago. I will never forget how he would take his lunchtime 6 mile run daily no matter what the weather was. He was fiercely determined at whatever he did , selling insurance, flying his Navion plane or running 6 miles around the Plaza at lunchtime. I would like to send Blessings and Peace to his family. Rest in Peace Dave.
January 15, 2013
Tom Allen
Dave was my dad, and he was a great dad. Always supportive, and never over-bearing. He always let me do, within reason, what I wanted to do. When I wanted to pursue a career in advertising, he was all for it, calling me up out of the blue with ideas for slogans. When I wanted to change careers into insurance, he was definitely all for it of course, and we had many long conversations about insurance and how to best service our customers. Thanks Dad for the life that you enabled me to have. The world is a better place having had you in it. Your son, Tom
January 15, 2013
Sharon Elliott
There's no words to express the sadness I feel for your loss. Dave was my boss for many years, but more important a true friend. I admired his kindness, generosity and "ZEST" for life.
Dave took such pride in his agencv, but nothing compared to the pride and love he had for his family.
My synpathy and prayers are with you.
Sharon Elliott
January 15, 2013
Paul Richardson
Dave was my Insurance man for over 40 years, also cut Dave's hair for over 40 years had a lot of great conversations and good banter back and fourth.So sorry to hear of his passing. My heart goes out to Linda and his family.
January 14, 2013
Claudia Gloyd
Dave was not only my insurance agent, but my employer twice and my friend always. I came to know Dave through my father-in-law, who was one of Dave's first clients. He offered me a job when he needed some extra help, and knew I was looking for something, too. To his credit, I am STILL working for a State Farm agent, after almost 40 years! I pray God's comfort for you, Linda, and Sarah & Tom. He loved you dearly and was always proud of his family. I'll miss his friendship and his great smile.
January 14, 2013
Dave was a true professional with great relationship skills. He was my insurance agent for 40 yrs. So sorry to hear of his passing. My sympathies to his family. Sharlyne Narr
January 13, 2013
Chris Purcell
Dave was a terrific insurance agent. I signed up with him when I moved to KC 31 years ago. I always appreciated his advice — and I promised him I'd never let anyone talk me out of my $250 deductible!
Deepest sympathy to Dave's family // Chris Purcell, Kansas City, MO
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