Jeffrey Charles Allison, known to friends and family as Jeff, passed away of natural
causes on April 4th, 2023, in his hometown of Salem, Oregon. Born on December
5th, 1953, to William and Ione (Halvorsen) Allison, Jeff lived a life full of
adventure, love, and passion.
Jeff graduated from North Salem High School and went on to work as a steel
fabricator at Stephen's Equipment for 38 years. He was proud of the work he did,
helping to build buildings and bridges that would stand the test of time. The most
defining moment in his career, and the accomplishment he liked to brag about
the most, was his involvement in building the handrail for the iconic Golden Gate
Bridge. This achievement was a testament to his hard work and dedication to his
craft.
On May 13th, 1978, Jeff married the love of his life, Joyce Anne Beskow, in Salem,
Oregon. Together, they raised two sons, Michael and Bradley Allison. Jeff was a
devoted father and husband, always making time for his family and instilling in his
children the importance of love, kindness, and adventure. He was overjoyed to
welcome two daughter-in-laws, Debbie Allison and Gennifer Bennett-Allison, into
the family, as well as his cherished grandchildren, Bree Allison and Liam Bennett-
Allison. Jeff's love for his family was evident in the way he spoke about them and
the time he spent with them.
In addition to his immediate family, Jeff is survived by his siblings, Dan and Chuck
Allison. The bond between the brothers was strong, and they shared many
memories and experiences throughout their lives. Jeff's love and loyalty to his
family extended to his siblings, and he leaves behind a lasting legacy.
Jeff was an avid outdoorsman, with a passion for hunting, fishing, and camping.
He hunted deer, elk, and dove, fished for everything from trout to salmon, and
loved to camp in the great outdoors. His favorite pastime was sharing stories from
his many adventures, captivating listeners with tales of his latest catch or the
elusive buck that got away. Jeff's enthusiasm for the outdoors was infectious, and
he often joked that he could out-hunt or out-fish anyone, always eager to show
others the ropes.
As Helen Keller once said, "Life is either a daring adventure or nothing at all." This
quote perfectly encapsulates the adventurous spirit that Jeff embodied
throughout his life.
Jeff's love for hunting was matched only by the love he had for his family. He was
a dedicated son, husband, father, grandfather, and brother, and he made it his
mission to ensure that his loved ones knew how much they meant to him. His
warmth and love will be missed by all who knew him, but his memory will live on
in the hearts of his family and friends.
A celebration of Jeff's life will be held at a later date, where friends and family will
gather to share stories, laughter, and memories of a man who touched so many
lives with his adventurous, loving, and passionate spirit.
Jeff was preceded in death by his father, Bill Allison. He is survived by his mother,
Ione Allison; wife, Joyce Allison; sons, Michael Allison and Bradley Allison;
daughter-in-laws, Debbie Allison and Gennifer Bennett-Allison; grandchildren,
Bree Allison and Liam Bennett-Allison; and brothers, Dan Allison and Chuck
Allison.
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