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IN LOVING MEMORY OF
Allen L.
Mix
February 10, 1940 – January 9, 2023
Allen L. Mix, age 82, of Poplar Grove, Illinois passed away January 9, 2023. He was born on February 10, 1940 in Oak Park, Illinois to Alfred and Lillian Mix. Allen was a deeply devoted husband, brother, father, grandfather and friend. He served our nation in the United States Army. He was a faithful member of Trinity Lutheran Church of Des Plaines before moving to Poplar Grove and joining Jefferson Lutheran Church.
He graduated from Lane Tech High School then served in the US Army, he continued his education at DeVry Institute. In 2005 he retired after working for AT&T, Chicago Board of Education, WBEZ public radio and was a member of the IBEW local 134. He was a dedicated family man who volunteered with girl and boy scout organizations, Indian princess, PTA, and church council among many others. In retirement, he enjoyed being with friends. He often anonymously donated his resources to those in need and was a dedicated blood donor.
He was preceded in death by his wife, Betty Jane Mix. He is survived by his children, Eileen J. Mix, Gary Mix, Lisa J. (Edward) Crisler; grandson, Raymond D. Nadler; sibling, Robert A. Mix; as well as many other extended family and friends.
A visitation will be Tuesday, Jan. 17 at Anderson Funeral Home, located at 218 W. Hurlbut Ave., Belvidere IL 61008 between the hours of 5-8 p.m. A funeral will be Wednesday, Jan. 18 at 10 a.m., with a visitation from 9:30 a.m. until the time of service at Jefferson Prairie Lutheran Church located at 23184 Bergen Rd, Poplar Grove, IL 61065. Burial at Chapel Hill Memorial Gardens in Oak Brook IL.
In lieu of flowers please continue his legacy by supporting your local blood bank.
Visitation
Anderson Funeral and Cremation Services
5:00 - 8:00 pm
Funeral Service
Jefferson Prairie Lutheran Church
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