Many things can be said about Allene "Alli" Larkin. Known to friends and acquaintances as a friendly, energetic, empathic and decisive woman, her compassionate nature would always shine through, revealing her charm, warmth and conscientious demeanor. She was warmhearted, passionate and organized in all the things she sought to accomplish. She was a mentor, a natural teacher capable of seeing things clearly, leading others and bringing out the best in all of those around her. She generally had a focus on harmony and peace.
Born August 14, 1946 in Salt Lake City, Utah to Jay and Lucille Larkin, Alli was the youngest of four siblings. About 6 weeks ago she suddenly fell ill and was diagnosed with ALS. Alli was peacefully released from her physical body and said goodbye to this life on Saturday, November 16, 2019 in Des Moines, Washington.
Alli was a fiercely independent environmental warrior with unmeasured strength and confidence. She never backed down from anything that she was passionate about and was an absolute force to be reckoned with. Alli spent most of her life as an activist fighting for clean water, the earth and the health of all the inhabitants in it. From her work protecting Puget Sound to holding the official title of King County District 54 Water Commissioner (2004-2015), her tireless focus was on all who needed clean safe water to sustain life. She also served as a Certified Beach Naturalist and volunteer with the Seattle Aquarium for 11 years. For all her efforts she was gifted the name of Minnie Nagi Win (Water Spirit Woman) by the United Indians of All Tribes Chief in Washington State.
Preceded in death by her parents, and sister, Mary Ann; Alli is survived by her niece/daughter, Michelle (Barry); grand-daughters, Katie (Marc), Cami; great-granddaughter, Addy; brothers, Jim (Alice), Lane (Joan); nephews, Vince (Ray), Jayson (Tiphany), Lane Jr. (Jodi), Joe; nieces, Jodi (Tim), Luana, and several grand-nephews/nieces.
After Mary Ann's death, Alli legally adopted her daughter, Michelle, in 1996 and became a mom and a grandma on the same day. She was lovingly known as the Aunty Mom, Aunty Alli Gram, and Aunty GG.
Throughout her life, Alli was a gregarious and enthusiastic woman. She was generous in sharing her personal attributes, giving and helping those she knew and loved. She would often fill the role of coach, adopting those around her as a mentor, seeking to bring out the best in everyone. She was imaginative, original, and tender hearted. Alli leaves behind her a legacy of life-long friendships and cherished memories. Everyone whose lives she touched will dearly remember her.
A Celebration of her Life for her family and friends will be held on Friday, November 22, 2019 from 12:00 until 2:00 in the afternoon at Anthony's HomePort in Des Moines.
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