Obituary of Allen Givens

GIVENS, Allen Gordon of Waterford died peacefully of heart failure at Norview Lodge, Simcoe, on Thursday March 31, 2011 at the age of 89. Beloved husband of the late Imogen (Knister). Loving father of Sheila Givens, Ruth (and Jim) Greenlaw, Ray (and Helga), Paul (and Bernadette Lanigan), Glenn (and Adriana Aguinaga) and son-in-law Grant Rushton. Cherished Grandfather of 11 grandchildren. Survived by sister-in-law Doris Givens and many nieces and nephews. Predeceased by daughter Rebecca Givens, brother Jack and sister Evelyn Williams, half sister Aletha, and half brothers Alexander and Melvin Givens. Born and raised on a dairy farm in Northfield, Allen along side his wife Imogen, raised their six children there. He loved music and played many instruments including the saw. A faithful member of the United Church all his life, Allen sang in church choirs. Friends may call at the THOMPSON-MOTT FUNERAL HOME, Waterford Sunday 7-9pm. Funeral Service will be held at Waterford United Church on Monday at 11am. Rev. John Maich officiating. Interment Northfield Cemetery, near Burford. As expressions of sympathy the family would appreciate donations to Waterford United Church or charity of your choice.