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Allen Byron Tuetken
Godfrey | Sunday, February 5 2023
Allen Byron Tuetken, 80, died Sunday, February 5, 2023 at his home in Godfrey. Born March 15, 1942 in Alton, he was the son of Robert and Velma (Fenton) Tuetken. Allen served in the U.S. Army and graduated from S.I.U.E. in 1970. He earned his master’s degree from Illinois State University. He joined the Alton Police Department as a dispatcher on June 20, 1960. In 1963 he became a patrol officer for the Police Department and retired in 1992 as a Captain. Upon retirement from the Alton Police Department, he taught law enforcement at Lewis & Clark Community College. He and fellow police officer William Fitzgerald co-founded the Alton Road Runners in 1972.
Surviving are Jinny Tuetken of Alton, a daughter, Alison Stansberry (Mike) of Stratford, CT, a son, Jonathan Tuetken (Jessica) of Godfrey, six grandchildren, Ryan, Madelyn, Luke, Alex, Nik, and Cora. Also surviving are a brother, Robert Tuetken of Bethalto, and three sisters, Linda Rushing of Alton, Barbara Kay Orr (Charlie) of McPherson, KS, and Dr. Rebecca Tuetken of Iowa. Visitation will be from 4:00-7:00 p.m. Friday, February 17, 2023 at Gent Funeral Home in Alton. Funeral services will be at 10:00 a.m. Saturday, February 18, 2023 with full military honors by the VFW Post 1308 at Gent Funeral Home. Memorials may be made to the Salvation Army. Online guestbook and information may be found at www.gentfuneralhome.com.
Obit Provided By:
Gent Funeral Home
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Perry Coons
Marilyn's Obituary post about Allen Tuetken really shook me. Allen gave so much to AHS, to the Reunion Committee and to the city of Alton. He was a life long friend to me and I believe to so many others. Although we lived nearly a thousand miles apart for years, we stayed in touch through personal email messages. Allen was one of those special, giving people who was a true giver. I pause as I type because I feel that I cannot put my feelings together to justify how much I liked and respected him. May You Rest In Eternal Peace, Allen.
Larry Donahue
As I read about Allen it was hard to grasp that he was gone. The last time I saw him he was still the energentic, pleasant guy we always knew and I thought he would possibly be the last one standing of us. I turned off my computer at first because being in shock I knew I had no words for this, now I still have no words to do him justice. He served his community, was a main stay on the reunion committee,was a runner and a very pleasant and fun person to be around. He will be missed by many, I send my condolonces to all of his close loved ones.
Jean Wilson (Alexander)
I was so sorry to hear about Allen Tuetken death. He was a great guy and a good asset to our class. He will be missed by all of us
Alvin Johnson
It is with the greatest of sorrow that I acknowledge the passing of Allen. He along with others,
was the heartbeat of the class of 1960 and held a special place in my heart as one of the most upbeat and kind hearted persons. Always cheerful and positive in his attitude. His service to the community will long be remembered.
Marilyn Hope Waide (Lake)
Allen Tuetken, a great friend to many of our classmates, a mover and a shaker on the Class Committee, always working to keep our class together and informed, has died. Our condolences go out to family and friends. He will be hugely missed. Thank you Allen!! Rest in Peace!
Stephen Britt
It is with a heavy heart that I read of Allen's passing. We have been friends for over 70 years both going to the same church, same schools, and working at the same police station. I will miss his wit and charming ways of talking to people. He will be greatly missed. Stephen A. Britt 02/09/23