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Note: Allen Bernard Falkman
Allen was the second child born of Herman and Mary Falkman. He had an older sister, Beatrice. He was born on July 2, 1918 After finishing grade school, Allen attended Austin High School. And then ITT. Where he graduated with a degree in chemistry. (he was hoping to become a doctor, but the family didn't have the money for schooling)
Upon graduating from ITT, Allen enlisted in the Army. He was stationed at Camp Kilmar, N.J. were he met Helen Alexander. He was a transport commander and had made several trips across the Atlantic with troop ships. After his discharge from the army Allen worked as a chemist. Lived in several places, including: San Mataio, Calif.
Lombard, Il. Chicago, Il. Maywood, Il. He also was active in scouting, serving as assistant scout master and on the Thather Woods Area Counsel. He died unexpectedly at the age of 52 from a heart attack brought on by over drinking (Alcoholism).
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