On the 5th of March 2023,, peacefully at home, aged 78 years. Much loved husband of Terri. Much loved father of Fiona, Merran, Heath and step father of Luke. Father-in-law of Mark, Anne, Hamish and Jane. Much loved grandfather of Liam, Elsa, Cooper, Finn, Alfie, William, Charlie, Sam and Ruby. A memorial service and celebration of Allen's life will be held at the Royal New Zealand Yacht Squadron, 181 Westhaven Drive, Westhaven Marina on Friday 17th of March at 12.00pm - 2pm. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Mercy Hospice through the link on this page.