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'''Allen Jeston Craig''' (5 April 1935 – 8 September 2025) was a | '''Allen Jeston Craig''' (5 April 1935 – 8 September 2025) was a Samoan-born New Zealand electrical engineer, entrepreneur, and devoted member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. He founded and managed his own electrical engineering company and was known for his dedication to family, service to others, and mentoring those around him.[[File:Allen Jeston Craig.jpg|center|thumb|468x468px]] | ||
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Revision as of 22:24, 13 September 2026
Allen Jeston Craig (5 April 1935 – 8 September 2025) was a Samoan-born New Zealand electrical engineer, entrepreneur, and devoted member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. He founded and managed his own electrical engineering company and was known for his dedication to family, service to others, and mentoring those around him.
In Loving Memory
Allen Jeston Craig
Sunrise: 5 April 1935 Sunset: 8 September 2025
Beloved Eternal Companion to Penny.
Loved Father, Grandfather (Koro), Great-Grandfather, Brother, Uncle & Friend.
"Forever in our hearts, Till we meet again."
Life Story
Allen Jeston Craig was born on 5 April 1935 and passed away on 8 September 2025.
He was a much-loved member of his family and is remembered as a father, grandfather, great-grandfather, brother, uncle and friend.
His life touched many people, particularly those closest to him.
More details about Allen's childhood, family, career, interests, achievements and later years can be added to this memorial as his family wishes to preserve them.
Family
Penny
Allen is remembered as the beloved eternal companion to Penny.
Children and Family
Allen was a loved father, grandfather (Koro), and great-grandfather.
His wider family also remembers him as a brother and uncle.
Individual family members and their stories may be added to this memorial as the family chooses.
Memories
Remembering Allen
Allen's family and friends are invited to share their memories of him.
Memories may include:
- Childhood memories
- Family stories
- Special occasions
- Holidays and family gatherings
- Stories about Allen as a father
- Stories about Allen as a grandfather (Koro)
- Stories shared by his great-grandchildren
- Special moments with Penny
- Memories from brothers, sisters, nephews, nieces and friends
A person's life is remembered through the stories shared by the people who loved them.
Photos
Allen's Life
Additional photographs may be added to preserve different chapters of Allen's life.
Family Photos
Family photographs may include Allen with Penny, his children, grandchildren, great-grandchildren, brothers, sisters, extended family and friends.
Special Moments
Photographs from birthdays, celebrations, holidays, family gatherings and other important moments can be added here.
Timeline
| Date | Event |
|---|---|
| 5 April 1935 | Allen Jeston Craig was born. |
| — | Important childhood and family events may be added. |
| — | Marriage and family milestones may be added. |
| — | Births of children and grandchildren may be added. |
| — | Important family and life events may be added. |
| 8 September 2025 | Allen Jeston Craig passed away. |
The Things We Remember
Allen is remembered through the role he played in the lives of the people around him.
He was a:
- Father
- Grandfather (Koro)
- Great-grandfather
- Brother
- Uncle
- Friend
- Eternal companion to Penny
The small details of a person's everyday life can become some of the most treasured memories for a family.
This section can be expanded with Allen's favourite foods, music, hobbies, sayings, places, interests, traditions and the things that made him unique.
Guestbook
Family and friends are invited to leave messages of love and remembrance for Allen.
Messages of Remembrance
Forever in our hearts, Till we meet again.
Family Memories
This section may be used for longer stories contributed by family members.
From His Children
Family memories can be added here.
From His Grandchildren
Memories of Koro can be added here.
From His Great-Grandchildren
Stories and memories can be added here.
From Friends
Friends can share their favourite memories of Allen here.
Memorial
Allen's physical memorial is represented by a personalised memorial featuring his photograph, name, dates and words of remembrance.
The memorial includes the words:
"Forever in our hearts, Till we meet again."
Resting Place
Information about Allen's final resting place may be added here.
Cemetery: Location: Section: Plot:
Funeral and Farewell
Details about Allen's funeral or celebration of life may be added here if the family wishes to preserve them.
Funeral date: Location: Celebration of Life:
Funeral programmes, photographs, videos and other appropriate family materials may also be preserved as part of this memorial.
Family Archive
The LovedForever memorial for Allen may preserve family materials such as:
- Family photographs
- Letters
- Personal documents
- Funeral programmes
- Family stories
- Newspaper articles
- Videos
- Important memories
- Other historical family materials
Related People
- Penny — beloved eternal companion
- Family members — children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren
- Family members — brothers and sisters
- Family members — nephews and nieces
- Friends — people who shared Allen's life
Legacy
Allen Jeston Craig's legacy lives on through the people who knew and loved him.
He will continue to be remembered as a father, grandfather (Koro), great-grandfather, brother, uncle, friend and beloved companion to Penny.
His story can continue to grow as family and friends add photographs, memories, stories and messages to this memorial.
In Memory
Allen Jeston Craig
5 April 1935 – 8 September 2025
Beloved Eternal Companion to Penny
Loved Father, Grandfather (Koro), Great-Grandfather, Brother, Uncle & Friend.
"Forever in our hearts, Till we meet again."