He was born on October 20, 1938 in Pontiac, Michigan to Camille and Doria Samson. He was the sixth of seven children.
Allen served in the US Marine Corps. He worked at the San Diego Fire Department. He also worked in nutritional sales and at Hobby Lobby. He enjoyed many hobbies and passions including; stained glass art, woodworking and photography.
He is preceded in death by his parents, Camille and Doria Samson, his beloved wife, Diane Samson, and daughter, Janine Samson.
Allen had a great smile. He was friendly to all and had a good sense of humor. Allen was very proud of his children and grandchildren. He is loved and remembered by his children; Lynn Bryant, Michael (Cyndi) Frey, and Lori (Michael) Moses, his grandchildren; Diane, Michael, Harley, Nicole, Tarin, Daniel, Erik, and Zachary, several great-grandchildren, his siblings; Audrey Force, Jeannine Muto, and Carl (Mary Ann) Samson, and several nieces and nephews.
No memorial service will be held. If you wish to honor Allen’s memory, you may donate to your local animal humane society in his memory.