Allen Lee Kellams passed away on March 12, 2024 at the age of 82. He was born and raised in Kansas and moved numerous times throughout his life before ending up in California for the last 36 years. He spent his entire career in labor relations having worked at Montgomery Ward, The Broadway, Neiman Marcus, and ended his career as a consultant with Modern Management Inc. in Illinois. After early retirement, Allen found great joy in caring for and spending time with his daughter Kari, especially at the YMCA horse camp in Thousand Oaks. At this time he changed his whole wardrobe to Western attire and bought a large truck to tow around a three horse trailer. Allen enjoyed going to the NFR in Las Vegas where he spent time with his longtime friends. He is survived by his wife, Barbara; son, Ahmet Kane; daughter, Kari (Robert); and grandson Dax.
Services for Allen will be held Tuesday, April 2, 2024 at 10am. There will be a reception held locally after Allen is laid to rest. Friends and family, please reach out to Barbara or Kari if you are able join the family at the reception so catering can be planned accordingly.
In Lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the USO, Wounded Warriors or the charity of your choice.