Graham ALLEN Obituary

Dear Lois and family,my condolences on the passing of Graham.
Many memories of my time teaching with him at Richmond Downs school.
A patient steadfast man who never took his eye off the ball.
A true gentleman.
Ann Monteith

Remembering with deep gratitude, the kindness and understanding Graham gave to myself and my little family when we came `home´. No judgement zone - his strength and humour also guidance gave me strength. Oh the fun at school camp - insisting that I COULD dance Swan Lake - that I could abseil down a `cliff´ - the cryptic comment as he passed through the dining room at Katanga Valley Camp, when a bee sting was being removed from my buttock - `oh Mr Allen this is more than I wanted you to see - oh Ms Crook, believe me it´s more than I wanted to see.
Mr Graham Allen, thank you for everything, you will never know sadly, ,the impact you had on a broken soul.
My condolences and love to Lois, your dear wife and your wonderful family. Thank you Jo

We are sorry to hear Graeme has passed and send you all our heartfelt condolences for your husband/dad.
We will never forget the joy and laughter your father brought into the world and the great times we had at Whangamata.
From the Edwards family

Sending love & special memories of a true gentleman "Graham you always had a smile & true empathy. Our love to all the family xx

We are so sorry to hear of your loss. Our memories of Mr Allen make us recall those good old Richmond Downs days. He played such an important part in my
School memories and district life.

Wonderful friend & member of Matamata Friendship Circle

I appreciated your friendship Lois. Treasure those memories

We remember many happy and fun times in country school teaching and holidays at Whangamata. Kind regards to all ;Maureen and Geoff Wilcox