Sharon Jean Allen, aged 83, passed away on August 8, 2026, surrounded by her family. She will be remembered as a devoted wife to Robin, loving mother to Chris (Paola), Stephen (Janice), Ryan (Jennifer), and affectionate grandmother to Ayden, Jansen, Brodyn, Ashton, Rowan, Ava, Maximus, and Jaina. She will be dearly missed by her sister Lynda Coutts (Mike) and her niece, Amanda and nephew, Gordon.
Sharon started her career as an elementary and special education schoolteacher and, in the early years of her marriage, spent time teaching in Victoria, Delta, and Halifax. As their family grew and Robin’s Navy position moved them all over the world, she stopped teaching and focused on her family while also finding some time to work at Sears. Throughout Robin’s career, the family spent time in Ottawa, on both the West Coast and East Coast of Canada, the US, and even the UK. Through it all, Sharon kept three rambunctious young boys in line when Robin was deployed, supporting them amid all the changes: new homes, new schools, new friends, new hobbies, and new interests.
When Robin retired from active duty, they decided to make Victoria, BC their home. There, Sharon was able to focus on some of her favorite things: gardening, travel, and, of course, genealogy. She loved diving into the family’s history and making special stops on their travels to continue her sleuthing. She was very artistic, enjoying art including ceramics, brass rubbings, stained glass, and tole painting. She was a strong woman who, on one occasion, stopped a train in Italy with her whistle! Sharon was known for her kind and supportive nature; she always made time to listen to anyone who needed to talk. She believed in people following their best path and encouraged everyone to reach their potential. She loved phone calls from her boys and her many grandkids, loved hearing about their lives and what they were up to, and was always excited to be involved and included. Sharon never missed a birthday or anniversary and always took the time to send a special card to everyone she loved. She cherished her family, being a mom and grandmother, and was ready with open arms and big hugs whenever anyone needed them.
She will be deeply missed by all who knew her.
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Murray and Ann Maffey. To Robin Allan and family we were very sorry to hear of your wife’s passing. Our most sincere condolences.
Robin and family
We were so sorry to hear your sad news. We haven’t been together for many years but have happy memories of our naval life. You and Sharon rescued us for Christmas dinner in Halifax and later we met you both again in Monterey, California. How quickly the years have passed. Rest in peace Sharon. Hugs to you and your family, Robin.
Vaurnine & Jim Powell
My condolences. I was Sharon’s yoga teacher at SCP for quite a few years before my retirement.. She was a lovely presence in our classes and I’m sorry to hear of her passing.
Robbie and the Allen family, our deepest sympathy for your loss, our thoughts are with you all. The Allen family has had a wonderful naval voyage in life…many different places to call home in Canada and abroad and with that so many experiences and personal memories. Through it all, Sharon was the anchor of your family life especially when the Navy called Robbie away…thinking Somalia.
Cherish those memories and thoughts. God bless and sustain you all at this difficult time.
Ken and Jody Summers
Robin,
We were saddened to read of Sharon’s death in the Times Colonist. We send most sincere condolences to you and your family. Peace be with you,
Anne and John Anderson
My heart goes out to the Allen family, many memories came rushing back when I heard of Sharon’s passing.
Robin,
We are so sorry to hear of Sharon’s passing. We have happy memories of the trans Atlantic cruise on Oceania we did with you two. Lots of great moments, especially when we celebrated my birthday in Polo. We will remember all the good times.
Thinking of you and your family,
Peter and Ciel
Our most sincere condolences to Robin, Lynda and their families from Grant and family.