Allen George Amundson passed away peacefully on February 10, 2026, in his home, with his three daughters by his side. He was just shy of turning 84 years old. Al was born February 28, 1942, in Mankato, MN to parents Adolph and Amy Amundson. His two older sisters were Melva Jean (Simpson) and Rachel (Pegel). He lived much of his youth and adolescence in the southern United States: Tennessee, Alabama, Florida and North Carolina. He was raised in a family devoted to the Seventh Day Adventist Church, where his father was a schoolteacher, and his mother was a homemaker. He had a lifelong admiration for his father and recalled learning many things at a young age: woodworking, electrical, nature awareness, music and cooking from his mother. In his youth, Al played the piano, trumpet and saxophone.  He was an avid book reader, enjoyed learning and getting lost in his imagination.  He spoke fondly of adventures in nature including cave exploration, hiking the Smoky Mountains in Tennessee and birding. At his greatest level of birding knowledge, he could recognize and name the sounds of 100 bird species. He attended high school at Mount Pisgah Academy in North Carolina and University at Southern Missionary College in Tennessee. He pursued a degree in Physics but was unable to finish due to extensive medical issues. He was always at the top of his class and proud of his intellectual capacity.

He moved back to MN, where he met and married Sharon (Smith) and had three daughters, Jodi, Colette, and Connie. They were married for 12 years. Allen's self-proclaimed "insatiable curiosity" led him into a career in Computer Science and Information technology in the 1980's. This employment provided him an opportunity to live in Laguna Niguel, in southern California. He was in his forties, driving his red Porsche, dressing sharply and living life to its fullest! He met and married his second wife, Sylvia (Dugan). Along with her two children, they lived in California for four years and then returned to Minnesota. Years later, upon divorce, Al settled into a residence in Anoka, MN. From 2002 to 2017, he was actively involved in the SAL (Sons of the American Legion) at the American Legion Edward B. Cutter Post 102, in Anoka. There, he held a variety of positions including SAL Commander, Website designer, Volunteer Coordinator for Wednesday night dinners, District & Detachment positions, among many other roles.

Allen considered himself a "Jack of all Trades," able to perform essential auto mechanics, electrical, wood crafting, photography and printing, computer & communications to name a few. Al was logical and analytical and enjoyed sharing these skillsets to improve systems and projects. He had a lifetime of wisdom and perspective that he hoped others would find useful and enjoyed when people would pause long enough to listen with interest to "to an old man's knowledge." He loved his family. He loved time shared together. He loved zany humor. He loved perusing the internet. He loved discussing current events. He loved being slightly mischievous and sharing stories of this unexpected side of himself! He was a kind and honest and thoughtful man. A man who loved and admired far deeper than his extensive vocabulary knew how to express. Allen saw himself as a man who tried to be openminded and fair. A man who tried to see all sides and perspectives. He admired this quality when he witnessed others extend it, so he strived to emulate this. He admired people that care about others and are able to demonstrate that compassion in action.

A celebration of life for Allen Amundson will be held on 4/4/26 from 12pm to 3pm at the American Legion Edward B. Cutter Post 102. Address: 400 West Main Street, Anoka, MN 55303. The memorial service will begin at 12:30 PM, with a simple luncheon to follow. Please join us to share stories and honor the memory of this good man. Allen is survived by his children: Jodi (Bill) Hintgen, Colette (Steve) Murphy, and Connie (Tim) Amundson. His grandchildren: Zachary Hintgen, Madison (Hunter) Nickoloff. Also, a community of friends and extended family.  He was preceded in death by his parents Adolph and Amy Amundson, his two sisters Melva Jean and Rachel, along with additional family and close friends.  Allen's ashes will be buried in a private ceremony at Glenwood Cemetery in Mankato, MN, where he will be laid to rest beside his parents. 

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