Allen R. Pherigo
March 21, 1936 - November 11, 2020
Allen R. Pherigo, 84, of San Jose, passed away at Hallmark House, in Pekin, at 2:58 p.m. on Wednesday, November 11, 2020. He was born March 21, 1936, in Chandlerville, Illinois, to James and Ivah Pherigo. Mr. Pherigo is survived by four children: Kelly Pherigo of Chandlerville, Jesse Stiles of Pekin, Gina Bowling of Kansas and Merlena Delarosa of Colorado; as well as eighteen grandchildren and sixteen great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents, one son: Russ Pherigo; and three siblings: Eldon Pherigo, Betty Hasty and Richard Pherigo. Mr. Pherigo served in the US Army during the Korean War. He was a MP and was stationed in Alaska. He worked for Santa Fe Railroad until his retirement. He enjoyed yard sales, and was constantly networking. Cremation rites have been accorded and burial will be held at Chandlerville Cemetery at a later date. Memorial contributions may be made to Mason County Pets Without Parents. Online memorial messages may be left for the family at www.hurleyfh.com. Hurley Funeral Home in San Jose is in charge of arrangements.
Allen R. Pherigo, 84, of San Jose, passed away at Hallmark House, in Pekin, at 2:58 p.m. on Wednesday, November 11, 2020. He was born March 21, 1936, in Chandlerville, Illinois, to James and Ivah Pherigo. Mr. Pherigo is survived by four children:... View Obituary & Service Information