Allan Paul Tongedahl

Allan P. Tongedahl was born on October 5th, 1936 and transitioned into his Eternal Home on January 21st, 2014. He was preceded in death by his Parents Karl and Ingeborg, his sister Rith and niece Renee Stotts. He is survived by his wife of 54 years Marianne, his four children Davis (Teresa), Steve, Rachel (Jim) and Gary, eight Grandchildren and five Great Grandchildren, Sister Korine Dekoker(Mell), Brother-in-law Robert(Donna) Stotts, many cousins, nieces and nephews. Graduated from Stadium H. S. and Bates Tech School. Worked as a broadcaster at channel 13 for a short time. Was in the Coast Guard Reserve for 11 ears. In 1956 he went to work for Boeing temporarily until something better came along, 37 1/2 years later something better came along - Retirement! During his time at Boeing he worked in Research and Development for the Aerospace Program. He loved to voulnteer and give assistance to those in need. He was involved with many Non-Profit Organizations. He was on the Salvation Army advisory board for 20 years, Board Member for Celebration House, Kiwanis Club, Sons of Norway and Terrific Kids. He is fully restored and rejoicing in Heaven. His Service will be held at the Salvation Army Church in Tacoma 1110 S Puget Sound on Saturday, January 25th, 2014 at 11:00am.