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Allen was born on May 27, 1987, in Havre, Montana, to Roger Gruber and Dorthy Erlandson (Owens). Allen lived in multiple states while he was growing up including Montana, Idaho, Tennessee, and South Dakota. Settling in Lewistown, Montana at the start of 6th grade, Allen became a Fergus County High School graduate in 2005. From a young age, Allen demonstrated a natural aptitude for technology and computers, which he cultivated into a career. He applied his skills diligently at Town Pump, where he served as a skilled IT professional in Butte, Montana.
Allen’s career with Town Pump spanned over sixteen years, during which he earned a reputation for his technical expertise, problem-solving abilities, and calm demeanor under pressure. Allen had a great sense of humor which helped him forge numerous deep friendships with his colleagues at work.
Outside of his professional life, Allen cherished spending time with friends, indulging in his passion for death metal music, enjoying favorite movies and TV shows, and immersing himself in computer gaming. Allen had an enthusiasm for food, often making adventurous and bold choices.
Allen is survived by his grandparents, Michael and Judy Owens; his mother, Dorthy Erlandson; his siblings: Sherri Larson, Tyson Gruber, Rayne Gordon, Shawn Pendergrass, Thomas Gruber, Jessica Gonzalez; and his girlfriend, Amber Flanagan.
He is preceded in death by his grandparents, Robert Gruber and Joan Phillips; his father, Roger Gruber.
Allen will be deeply missed by his loving family, including his nieces, nephews, and extended relatives, as well as by his colleagues and the many individuals whose lives he touched through his work and friendship.
A celebration of Allen’s life will be held at 3:30 p.m. on Monday, July 22, 2024, in the Treasure State Ballroom of the Finlen Hotel, 100 East Broadway St., Butte, MT 59701.
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Axelson Funeral and Cremation Services is privileged to care for Allen and his family.
Service Schedule
Celebration of His Life
3:30 pm
Monday July 22, 2024
Finlen Hotel - Treasure State Ballroom
100 East Broadway St
Butte, Montana 59701
Reception
Following the service
Monday July 22, 2024
Treasure State Ballroom
100 East Broadway St
Butte, Montana 59701
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Aaron Goroski says
Allen was one of my best friends growing up in Lewistown, MT. I have many fond memories of us going to LAN parties together and hanging out to watch good movies. We shared a fondness for metal music and he introduced me to In Flames, one of my favorite bands to this day. We also worked at Dairy Queen together before it shut down, and we would rock out in the back while cooking food.
Allen was a natural with PC’s and in high school we were always tinkering with each other’s desktop computers. We frequently played Quake 3, Unreal Tornament, and Diablo 2 when we were finished putting them back together.
Allen had a great sense of humor, and I remember us greeting each other with the most outlandish nick names we could think of. Each time it was something new…only to be outdone by one another when we saw each other again.
Allen was a great guy, and one the world lost much too soon. Rest in piece, old friend. I will certainly miss you.
Roberta and Ed Dobb says
We were shocked to hear of Allen’s passing.
We enjoyed spending time with him when he came to our house for brunch or dinner. He was always so kind and respectful ( especially with my elderly father).
When we were no longer able to spend time with him, we missed him.
We offer prayers to Sherry and rest of Allen’s family. By