Russell Dean Allen

Russ was born Feb. 15, 1956, at Fort Lawton Army Hospital in Seattle. Russ left this earthly world Nov. 7, 2014, to fish the heavenly waters. He was raised in Longview and attended R.A. Long High School. Russ then moved to Whidbey Island with his wife to raise their children.

Russ was known for his excellent skill in hunting and fishing. Russ was also a patient teacher. Not only did he pass down his passion for fishing and hunting to his children, he also mentored many other local children by coaching South Whidbey basketball and little league teams on Whidbey island for many years.

Russ is survived by his mother, Betty (Roger) Barnhart; father, Bob (Lorraine) Allen; daughter, Meggan (Brion) Luboch; sons, Jason (Carrie) Allen, Tyler (Kenzie) Allen; brother, Mike (Laura) Allen; and six grandchildren, Micah, Carson, Tucker, Braedon, Nashton and Quinn.

The family would like to invite you to a celebration of life and potluck at 2 p.m. Friday, Dec. 5, at the Clinton Community Hall located at 6411 Central Ave., Clinton Wash.