Our experienced and professional staff is dedicated to helping our families...

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LINDA S. ALLEN

President

Licensed Funeral Director

Licensed Embalmer


Raised in the family business, Linda first became an Embalmer in the 1980s. Later on she obtained her Funeral Director’s license and was the General Manager of both chapels as well as a corporate officer. As President, she doesn’t work with families as much as she would like, but still feels the most important part of the family business is to provide the best, individualized care to each and every family served.


ALAN R. HAFER

Senior Funeral Director - Vista Chapel

Licensed Funeral Director


Alan joined the Allen Brothers Family in 1988 and has been at the Vista Chapel ever since. 

"As a 40-year resident of Vista and a 1981 graduate of Vista High School, it has been, and continues to be, an honor to serve our North County community families in this position."

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ROBERT J. TAYLOR

Senior Funeral Director - San Marcos Chapel

Licensed Funeral Director


Bob joined the Allen Brothers Family in November of 1995, working first as a counselor, then as a Funeral Director and recently became the Assistant Manager for the San Marcos Chapel.  Bob often says his dedication comes from knowing that “every day I have the opportunity to make a difference in families lives.”


 

DONALD E. DECKER

Licensed Funeral Director

Licensed Embalmer

Don began his career in the funeral profession over 30 years ago and joined the Allen Brothers Family in October of 2007.  Don starts every day with the thought, “I hope my experience, coupled with sincere compassion, brings comfort to the families I serve.”

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DAVID B. DENHALTER

Licensed Embalmer


David joined the Allen Brothers Family in 1985 after graduating from Cypress College of Mortuary Science. 
David says, “Giving families the best lasting visual memory of their loved one makes me proud.”

 

GREGORY K. MORONES

Licensed Embalmer

Preneed Consultant

Gregory joined Allen Brothers Mortuary in Feb 1998 at the age of 19, as an Apprentice Embalmer.  He graduated from Cypress College of Mortuary Science in 2002 and received his Embalmers License that same year. 


Gregory is also a Preneed Consultant and is able to assist individuals in preparing for their future needs.


Gregory says, “I thoroughly enjoy helping families at their time of need.”

 

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CRAIG TWIGG

Licensed Funeral Director

Apprentice Embalmer

 

Craig joined the Allen Brothers Family in October of 2008 and says “Although we honor and care for the departed loved ones, we truly serve the living.  I am committed to providing each family the most professional and caring assistance they can receive.  I strive to help create a meaningful, everlasting memory for each family I serve, earning the trust and confidence they have placed in Allen Brothers Mortuary.”


A. MARIE PURDY

Public Relations and Community Representative

Florist


Marie also owns “Rancho Village Florist - Expressions of Sympathy” and has been creating floral arrangements for the Vista and San Marcos Chapels since 1998.  Marie says, “Floral tributes can be a loving and caring gesture for the grieving family.”
  

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PATRICIA TAYLOR

Hairstylist


Pat has been the Allen Brothers Mortuary Hairstylist since November of 1995 and takes pride in her ability to create a positive memory for families.  Families often provide a recent photo to assist Pat.


“It makes me feel good to provide ladies with their final hairstyling so their families will have a positive memory for a lifetime.”


SUSAN BENNETT

Preneed Consultant


Susan has been a pre-need funeral consultant and planner since 2002 and joined the Allen Brothers Family in 2005.  Susan has a Bachelor's degree and a certificate in Personal Financial Planning.

"With my financial certificate and my passion for helping people, I am able to guide people through the emotional and financial decisions that should be made by everyone so the burden is not left up to the surviving family members."

 

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