Allan passed away peacefully in his home, surrounded by his loved ones. He is survived by his wife, Lola and children Kendall (Dawna), Allison, step-son Scott Mercer (daughter Chelsey), siblings Elaine West (Ronald), Lyle (Kathy), sister-in-law Norma and brother-in-law Robert Livingston.
Allan was preceded in death by his son Erik, parents Franklin and Edna, and siblings Wilford, Cathyrn, and John.
Allan grew up on a Minnesota farm and moved to CA as a young adult. He was a graduate of St. Cloud State College and earned a Masters in Education degree at San Jose State University, San Jose, CA.
Allan taught math passionately for thirty years for the Sunnyvale School District and upon retirement became a successful Certified Financial Planner.