Phil Allen Obituary, In Loving Memory Of Phil Allen

Phil Allen Obituary, Death – We write this post about the demise of one of our regulars, Phil Allen, with a heavy heart. You were a great guy who was always up for a chat over a pint of johns! You will undoubtedly be missed by many! During this difficult time, we extend our condolences to your family; may you rest in peace. And we’ll be raising a pint of johns in your honor later. PHil began his news career at his hometown station in Decatur, Illinois. During his Army service, he served as an instructor in the Television Department at the Defense Information School near Indianapolis and as the Chief of the American Forces Radio and Television Station in Tehran, Iran. Phil anchored and reported for KOLD-TV in Tucson from 1973 to 1976, and for KOOL-TV, KTVK, and KPNX in Phoenix from 1976 to 1984.

Former Chairman of Scout-0-Rama, the largest single fundraiser for the Theodore Roosevelt Council of Boy Scouts of America, was the veteran announcer. In addition, he served on the boards of the Arizona chapter of the American Federation of Television and Radio Artists and the Arizona Production Association, the Community Advisory Board for Sun Sounds Radio Reading Service for the Blind, and the City of Phoenix Transportation Advisory Committee. After retiring from the local news, Phil began a second successful career.

He was the voice behind hundreds of commercials, documentaries, sales and training videos, promotional ads for TV and radio stations across the nation, as well as numerous film and television productions. Phil enjoyed cooking, excellent food, friends, golf, snow skiing, the great outdoors, and spending time with his family. His adopted daughter Shelly Jamison (Victor Armendariz) regarded him as a father figure. He was a wonderful grandfather to his grandchildren Jake and Max Jamison. Phil was especially devoted to his wife of 46 years, Elin Jeffords. He will be remembered for his laid-back demeanor, fondness for a good joke, and appreciation for minor pleasures. Phil, a man who was authentically kind and uncomplicated, will be greatly missed.