Phillip "Terry" Allen

Phillip "Terry" Allen, 71, of Mesa, Arizona, died Monday October 15, 2018, at his home in Prescott, Arizona.  He was born January 17, 1947, the son of Phillip and Lorna Allen.      Terry leaves behind his four sons Brad (wife Amber), Spencer (wife Amanda), David (wife Sharronda), and Andy; six grandchildren Kaiya, Stella, Halle, Henry, Charlie, and Jaxson; and his former wife of 39 years Sandy Allen.  Terry was also survived by his six siblings Carol Lee Lawlor, Marlene Sparks, Sharla Freeman, Richard Allen, Loran Allen, and Jolyn Taylor.  He was preceded in death by his parents, Phillip and Lorna Allen.Terry loved his childhood experiences in Mesa with his younger brothers and sisters. He enjoyed talking of growing up in his big and loving family. His memories of other friends and family were very fond as well, seeing all of them every Sunday afternoon.His sons have fond memories of their dad being an adventurous and generous man.  Terry would take them on countless boat trips to Lake Mohave for water skiing, tubing, wake and knee boarding. He took them on many Mexican beach trips and to the sand dunes for ATC riding. As a father he also enjoyed camping, road trips, playing cards, Padres games, and even built them a baseball field at their Escondido and Valley Center homes.He was a practicing chiropractor for over 40 years and thoroughly enjoyed being able to help others for a living. Through his several practices in Arizona or California (along with his many volunteer work trips to Mexico) Dr. Terry Allen improved and touched the lives of thousands.Terry was a very spiritual man and a devout Christian.  His faith in God and Jesus was a crucial part of his identity and life.  Throughout his life he lived many adventures. He spoke fluent Spanish, and had many passions; travel, motorcycles, sports cars, classic rock, playing golf, bowling, and shooting. Terry was a true original, a proud man, and brought health and happiness to all who knew him. Terry will forever be in our thoughts, hearts, and souls.