Philo Heaton Allen Obituary (1928 - 2006)

To view a video tribute for Philo Heaton Allen, please click here. “Loving Father” Philo Heaton Allen was born to Philo Allen and Erma Heaton December 2, 1928, in Kanab, Utah, where he was raised the third of 14 children: LeRene, Shirley, Philo, Vesta, John, Jesse, Israel, Leonard, Gideon, Don, Fred, Virginia, Ashley, and Stephen. He served an LDS mission (Texas-Louisiana, 1949-51) and in the Navy during the Korean conflict (1952-1953). He earned degrees in English and Recreation from Brigham Young University, and married Lois Dixie McClellan in the Manti temple on Dec. 19, 1958. They had six children: Phil (Judy), Steven, Alinda (Richard), Paul (Lori), Gayleen and Sherri (Alan). He is survived by his wife and children, as well as 22 grandchildren and one great-grandson. His parents, two sisters (Vesta and Virginia), a grandson (Joshua Hapgood) and son in-law (Travis Gimmeson) preceded him in death. He was employed as a teacher in three Utah school districts and later by the Utah Transit Authority. Philo was known for his artistic creativity, especially for sand paintings. He will be remembered for his generosity both to friends and strangers, fun-filled family outings, valiance in struggling with physical and mental challenges, and his faith in God. His later years were filled with temple and missionary service. Philo died February 6, 2006, following a long illness. Funeral services will be held at 1:00 p.m. on Saturday, February 11, in the LDS Taylorsville 19th Ward chapel (2030 W. Chateau Avenue, 5225 S.). A viewing for friends and family will precede the funeral service from 11:30-12:45. Interment will be in the Murray City Cemetery.