June 18, 1941 ~ July 30, 2009

Allan James LaRue, beloved son, brother, husband, father, grandfather and great grandfather passed away peacefully on July 30, 2009 in his home in Pleasant Grove, UT after a courageous battle with cancer.  He will be missed by all family and friends who knew and loved him. He was honest and kind to everyone.   

Allan was born to Robert and Ruby LaRue on June 18, 1941 in Phoenix, AZ.  He married Sharon Irene Nelson on July 7, 1962 in the Mesa, AZ Temple.  He was blessed with five daughters whom they raised in Mesa, AZ.  They retired to Utah in 2004. 

Allan and Sharon were blessed to be able to serve in the Rochester, NY mission in 2007.  Allan served faithfully throughout his life in various church callings. 

Allan is survived by his wife Sharon of Pleasant Grove, his five daughters: Leslie (Jason) Julian, Parker, CO; Stacey (Kirk) Johnson, Spanish Fork UT; Tara LaRue, Gilbert, AZ; Andrea (Ron) Derrick, Gilbert, AZ; and Cassie (Chad) Kerby, Pleasant Grove, UT.  19 grandchildren and 1 great grandchild. 

Funeral services will be held Tuesday, August 4, 2009, at 11:00 AM at the Timpanogos First Ward building, 520 North 400 East, Pleasant Grove, UT.  A viewing will be held from 9-10:45 AM prior to services.  Interment will be in the Pleasant Grove City Cemetery.  Condolences may be sent to the family at www.olpinmortuary.com 

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Tara LaRue said:

Thank you Olpin Mortuary for putting up my dad's obit so quickly. I love this picture of him showing how happy he was when he served his mission in New York with my mom. I think they were the happiest I've ever seen them when they were serving. I love my dad and already miss him fiercely...

August 01, 2009

Earl and Kelly Owens said:

We know Allan will be greatly missed by his family. He was a wonderful friend and we are so grateful that we were able to visit with him and Sharon in June. He loves his family and will never be far from you.

August 01, 2009

Rupert J. Loza said:

I'm so sorry for you loss. I used to work with your Husband/Father at GITA, State of Arizona and he was such a respecteable, honorable, and hard working gentle man. He had a great sense of humor and always talked about his family and the wonderful experiences all of you shared together. May you all be blessed as you go forward . . . all always remember your Father.

August 02, 2009

Lachelle Wilson Hull and Jeanette Wilson Jackson said:

Dear LaRue Family, You are in our thoughts and prayers at this time of your loss. May you find peace and hope in the knowledge that families are forever.

August 02, 2009

Gayla Porter Smith said:

Oh, my heart is aching for the LaRue family. Having just gone through what you are experiencing, I pray that you are being comforted. Losing a parent isn't easy. It is still sad and difficult everyday when I think about my mom. I am so sorry about your dad. What a wonderful man. Now you need to rejoice in all he accomplished and treasure the memories. He left an amazing legacy. Thank goodness families are forever.

August 02, 2009

Daren & Lori Kerby said:

So sorry to hear of your loss. Allan was always kind & friendly to us whenever we saw him. May God's comfort & peace be with you all during this time & always. You have alot of great memories :)

August 03, 2009

Benka and Todd Kerby said:

Sharon and family, We are so glad you moved closer and we got to know Allan. He was so funny even to the end and he fought a great fight. He was a great example to all and alway looked for the positive. We have many great memories of him and we will treasure them. Love, Todd and Benka

August 03, 2009

Shelly Mathie said:

Allan was one of my very favorite clients! He was certainly one of the most Christ-like people I have ever known. I enjoyed my short association with both Allan and Sharon. I wanted to be a better person after spending time with you both. Thanks for lifting me up through your example. My thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time.

August 03, 2009

Rich Wilson said:

Sharon and LaRue family, my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this times. Allan is a wonderful man and I know the Lord is watching over him and with your family at this time. Much love, RIch Wilson

August 04, 2009

Vernadean Chartrand said:

Sharon & Family, I was pained to hear about Allan. I am so sorry that he had to go thru the pain of this disease. I remember all of the wonderful times we had working at GITA here in Arizona. He had such a good sense of humor and I appreciated his friendship and kindness. Please know that you are in my prayers and I am thinking of you and sending you love and support via the Lord. I have asked him to bless you and your family.

August 04, 2009

Tanya (Garner) Clines said:

Sharon & Family, I'm so sorry to hear about Allan. I have the best of memories of your entire family and I hope you find comfort through the years. It sure isn't easy losing your spouse/parent. I will continue to remember you in my prayers.

August 07, 2009