Born on August 9, 1937, Allan proudly served his country for eight years in the U.S. Navy and 14 years with the 129th Field Artillery Unit of the Missouri National Guard. After his military service, he retired from Carpenters Union Local 61 after 30 years, many of which were spent with O’Brien’s Walls & Partitions.
Allan enjoyed golfing with his Tuesday golf league buddies, fishing, the excitement of casinos, and playing cards with family and friends. Above all, he cherished his family.
He was preceded in death by his wife, Joyce, and his son, Allan “Bubby” Jr. Survivors include his children: Myrna Anthuis, Joseph (Renee) Anthuis, and Nancy (Doug) Mager; grandchildren: Ryan Lowe, Katyan McIntyre, Natalie Murdock, Nicole Anthuis, Madelyn Hoyt, Mason Anthuis, Sam Mager, and Jacob Mager; along with 19 great-grandchildren.
Visitation will be held on Thursday, October 9, 2025, from 1:00 to 3:00 p.m. with a service to follow at Floral Hills Funeral Home and Cemetery, 7000 Blue Ridge Blvd., Kansas City, MO 64133.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be sent to:
Trailblazer Youth Development Organization (TYD)
c/o Steve Quinlin
9914 Tracy
Kansas City, MO 64131
