It is with profound sadness that the family of James Raymond Allonby, known to his family and friends as Jim, share the news of his sudden passing after a short, but courageous, battle with cancer.
Jim was born November 7, 1946, in Winnipeg, MB, where he was raised along with his sister, Arlene, before moving to Regina, SK. There, Jim married his first wife Patricia and together they had 2 amazing sons, Craig and Chris. Jim was an avid technology enthusiast, spending over 25 years working as an IT analyst, consultant, and network specialist for the Saskatchewan government, and met frequently with longtime friends to discuss all things in the computer and cellular spheres. He was actively involved in the community, serving in various offices for the Knights of Columbus, the Saskatchewan committee for Spinal Cord Injury, a loving brother of the Fraternal Order of Eagles, and the City of Moose Jaw Committee for Human Resources Services. Directly or indirectly, Jim served as a mentor to many and encouraged people to do their best to be proud of their accomplishments and engage with their fellow man.
Jim is predeceased by his first wife, Pat, parents Harry and Isobel, and brother-in-law Dan. He will be lovingly remembered by his wife Aline Allonby of Moose Jaw SK, his sister Arlene Clarke of Regina SK, his sons Craig (Lenette) of Calgary AB, and Chris (Odette) of Oakville ON, as well as his nieces, grandchildren, extended family and friends, and those he touched during his life.
The family wishes to express their deepest gratitude for the many expressions of kindness and love. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made in Jim’s name to “Memorial Donations: St. Joseph’s Roman Catholic Parish Building Fund, 1064 3rd Ave. N.W., Moose Jaw, SK” or to the charity of your choice.
