George J Allred

George J. Allred passed away peacefully at his home on August 5, 2020 from complications of Alzheimer’s.
disease. Born April 21, 1928 in Bynum, Montana to George Q. Allred and Minnie Idella Ungricht. The oldest of 4 children. He spent his youth in Charlo, Montana near Flathead Lake, spending his days on the family ranch; swimming in rivers, horseback riding, hunting and fishing.
George served in the Army during the Korean War. While stationed at Camp Williams, Utah he met Violet Buhler on a blind date. They were married in the Salt Lake Temple in December 1952. Making their home in Salt Lake City for more than 50 years. George and Violet raised 4 children. George and Violet loved to take their children and grandchildren on family vacations, there are many happy memories of those trips. After years of a difficult illness, Violet passed away in 2007.
George worked at Hill Air Force Base as a logistics and supply specialist, retiring in 1990. As part of his duties he had the opportunity to travel on assignment to different parts of the country. While travel for work was not always his favorite activity, travel to different places with family and to see relatives and friends was a great joy in his life. He had a special beach in Kauai, Hawaii that he enjoyed going to when he could. George loved getting mail, any kind of mail. He would often mail-order trinkets and gadgets in bulk that he would pass out to family.
George found love again with Marian Wood, who has been a great blessing in his life. They were married in the Jordan River Temple in 2008. George and Marian have resided in Riverton, Utah since that time. They spent their time making each other happy and going on as many trips as they could, sharing experiences with family, friends and neighbors.
A devoted member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints he served as a stake missionary, a member of the bishopric, and for many years as a ward and stake financial clerk. After retirement he served as a temple worker in the Salt Lake Temple which he dearly loved.
He leaves behind his wife Marian. His 4 children, Christine A. Gifford (Mike), Douglas G. Allred (Penny), Carolyn Allred Garcia and Dianne Allred. 10 grandchildren (plus one grandchild who died in infancy) and 20 great-grandchildren. His stepson, Terry Ewell (Mary), 4 step-grandchildren and their families. His brother Dean Allred (Bonnie) and his sister Reta Hanson and many relatives.
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Service Information
Viewing August 13, 2020 at 10:00-10:45 AM
Memorial Holladay~Cottonwood Mortuary, 4670 South Highland Drive, Holladay,Utah 84117





Funeral Service
August 13, 2020 at 11:00 AM
Memorial Holladay~Cottonwood Mortuary, 4670 South Highland Drive, Holladay,Utah 84117