Allan John Wrubell - Walker Funeral Home

Allan John Wrubell was born February 8, 1943, in the rural town of Otthon, Saskatchewan, Canada. The oldest of five children, Allan grew up with younger sisters Doreen, Shirley and Jeanette, bookending them with a little brother, Ron. Theirs was a modest but happy home. His young life revolved around helping to maintain the family garden, working his paper route, and playing sports; baseball in the summer, and hockey in the winter. At 13 he contracted tuberculosis and was sent to a sanitorium three hours from home for 15 months. Demonstrating his lifelong love of good clean fun, he led his fellow patients on the boys’ ward in a rebellion of sorts against the nurses and the daily routine of being wheeled onto the balcony and given dozens of pills to swallow. Once the nurse handed out all their meds and left, they threw their pills over the balcony to the ground below. A few days went by before someone spotted all those colorful pills dotting the landscape.

Upon graduating from high school, he worked his way east, finally settling in Sault Ste. Marie, Ontario to work in the computer department for the Algoma Steel Company. In those days, computers were larger than phone booths and needed their own rooms. It was in one of those rooms where he met and fell in love with Lois Catherine Primeau, a few years later. Their first home as newlyweds was in Sudbury, the so-called “Nickel Capital of the World.” One year and one baby boy later, Allan moved his young family to Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, where his strong work ethic and engaging personality quickly found him promoted to purchasing agent for companies in the energy industry. Nine years later his family of five moved to Calgary, Alberta, where he headed up the purchasing department for Husky Oil. The foothills of the Rocky Mountains were a great place to raise a family. In time, son Greg was married and starting a family of his own in Utah; Catherine was married and living in Calgary; and Jason was in far-away Toronto. When an opportunity came in 1994 to head up the purchasing department for Thompson Creek Mine in Idaho, Allan and Lois thought it was an offer they couldn’t refuse. And they stayed for twelve years, until his retirement in 2007. After weighing their options, they chose to build their forever home in the lovely little town of Ephraim, Utah.

During their 53 years together, in every place they lived, they found out where the best fishing spots were, made wonderful, forever friends, and enjoyed their kids and later, grandkids every chance they got. And Lois worked on her landscape and home décor skills.

They also traveled a good deal; first through Allan’s profession, then as president of the Purchasing Management Association of Canada, and through his heavy involvement with the Boy Scouts. Together they visited every province, many of the states and a few foreign countries.

Life was good for Allan and Lois, and retirement was all it should be until a nagging neck problem became urgent. Two years and four surgeries later, Allan’s health deteriorated such that by the end of 2014, he suffered a serious heart attack. It was late December, the roads were bad, and it took too long to get him to the hospital in Provo. On the way there, he suffered a devastating stroke. These past five and half years were filled with hospitalizations, rehab, and therapy, a move to Payson, progress and setbacks, and painful decisions. Every step along their journey, Allan and Lois were strengthened and supported by loving family and friends, and most especially by leaning on the Lord. In the end, Allan’s epic struggle ran its course; he slipped away on August 23, 2020. Heavenly Father took his faithful son home.

Allan is survived by his loving and devoted wife Lois (Primeau); their children Greg (Tauna), Cathie (Lee), and Jason (Nina); their precious grandchildren Jocelyn, Caitlan, Emily, Megan, Regan and Afton; and great-grandchildren Saige, Jane, Abe and Gavin.

Allan was predeceased by his father John Ignatz Wrubell, his mother Angeline Mary Napora, and his sister Jeanette.

A viewing will be held on Saturday, August 29, 2020 from 10-10:45 a.m. at Walker Funeral Home, 587 South 100 West, Payson, Utah. Funeral services will follow directly after at 11 a.m. at the funeral home. Interment will be at the Payson City Cemetery. For those who are attending the services, the family would appreciate if you would respect others and wear a face mask.

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Penelope Johnson says

August 24, 2020 at 11:22 pm

I was so sorry to hear from Sue Schow of Allan’s passing. We have such fond memories of him – of his warmth and humor and dedication to the scouting program and building boys!

Condolences to Lois and the family.

Mabel Bucsis says

August 26, 2020 at 1:28 am

Lois and Family..Our Sincere Sympathy on the loss of Allan.I have so many wonderful memories of him dating back to 1948! Love to all,Mabel and Jim.

Melissa Hadford says

August 26, 2020 at 2:43 am

Mrs. Wrubell and family,
After great battles there comes peace. Mr. Wrubell has earned his rest. His legacy is great. Keep each other close and may your memories of him bring each of you comfort and a smile in the days and weeks to come.

Jennifer Dean says

August 26, 2020 at 8:38 pm

Allan was a great man that touched so many by his love and jokes. He will always have a special place in my heart. You and your family will be in my thoughts and prayers.

Cecily says

August 26, 2020 at 9:49 pm

When I think of Allan, I think of washing dishes, playing with Charlie, swimming in the hot springs, mowing the lawn, his beautiful resonant voice, and his eyes alight with mischief as he’d get me to laugh again and again. I am confident he is continuing to be anxiously engaged in the Lord’s work. It’s an honor to consider him family. My heart, prayers, and tears are with you as we remember and mourn sweet Allan. So much love to you and the rest of your family.

Glen & Melanie Moore says

August 27, 2020 at 12:00 am

Tuesday I ran across Allan’s picture on my facebook page. It brought back memories of so many things. Church, Scouting, Priesthood Service, Campfires, Family Home Evenings, Great Food (Cooked by Lois) Football but most of all Brotherhood and Friendship. We have truly been blessed to have known him and so I sent him a message not knowing that he had passed. But the comment and thoughts still apply. He truly was our friend and all who have known him will miss him. But we are happy, also for he is beyond the pain and suffering which so beset him but, which he so valiantly fought through. He is where we all truly long to be, with our loving Heavenly Father and Family. Our heart felt prayers go out to you, Lois, and your family. May the peace and comfort the Gospel brings support and strengthen you. Love Glen and Melanie Moore

Lorne & Juanita Brown says

August 27, 2020 at 12:44 am

Lois and family, we were so sorry to hear of Allan’s passing. Loosing a family member as important as Allan was to all of you is never easy. We hope you will find peace in your wonderful memories of this loving husband, father grandfather and great grandfather. And may you find strength in your deep and abiding faith.

SUE FRALEY says

August 27, 2020 at 12:53 am

Dear Lois and family…My deepest sympathy for this most difficult journey you are called to walk. May your faith sustain and carry you all thru this time and in the future, as you mourn your loss and take comfort in your memories of you husband, father and grandfather.

Dorothy and Richard Lance says

August 27, 2020 at 7:47 pm

Lois and Family,So sorry for your loss. Looking forward to the day we meet again with our Savior Help and Love.

Marshall and Jolene Ogden says

August 27, 2020 at 9:02 pm

Oh how we wished we had known Allan and Lois longer before they moved from Challis to Utah. Two unforgettable friends! Our thoughts and prayers are with you…

Lisa Bostwick says

August 28, 2020 at 8:51 pm

BYU Sports, Boy Scouts, Lilac Festival weekends in Challis, weeks on Mexico coasts: I can’t think of these things without thinking of Allan. Along with his deep, sonorous laugh, twinkle of mischief in his eyes, and his great love for the Lord, his family, and his sweetheart Lois. He’s always part of our lives. How blessed we are to know him. Can’t wait to see him again without all the pain he’s carried these past few years.

Brad & Sharron Bird says

August 28, 2020 at 11:37 pm

Lois, we are so sorry to miss Allan’s service and to visit with you. I have fond memories of Allan. Youth, Scouts, and BYU will remind me of Allan. I remember when you first moved into the ward in Ephraim and I heard the name, Wrubell, I thought you’ve got to be related to Greg Wrubell, voice of the Cougars! You were so gracious to invite us to your home to watch the BYU games because you had cable TV. (We did not.) I remember Allan being very involved with the youth in our ward and wearing his scout uniform on occasions as needed. I especially remember the Youth Conference we had at Yuba lake and how involved you both were and how fun you were! I always appreciated Allan’s jokes and his positive personality. Even when I visited him during his rehab in Orem, he was upbeat and positive and reppin’ the Y! I still have a couple of emails saved that he sent out years ago. Allan used to find the funny ones and forward them on to whoever was on his mailing list. Allan was a great individual and knew where his priorities lie – family and God. I’m so glad he was part of our lives and happy that his earthly journey with the pain and suffering of the last few years, has ended. Lois, we pray that the gospel will continue to give you comfort and support as it has for the years we’ve known you. Love, Sharron & Brad Bird

Todd Sanders says

August 29, 2020 at 3:43 am

Lois, I’m so sorry for your loss. Though I only helped once, I noticed a sweet spirit in your home. May God be with you this day, and always. Until we meet again…at Jesus’ feet.

Bill & Sherre Scott says

August 29, 2020 at 3:41 pm

It was a joy to be a friend of Allan. We cherish the years that we spent with him. We extend our condolences to Lois and the family. Again we invite you Lois to come and visit us in Arizona this winter.

Allan John Wrubell February 8, 1943 - August 23, 2020

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