Thomas "TOM" W. Allan 85 died on March 10, 2009 at his residence. A native of Baltimore, Maryland Tom moved to the Bartow area in the late 70s. He retired as the General Manager of Ridge Pallets in Bartow with 30 plus years of service. He was also a WWII Navy veteran and a avid golfer. He is survived by his wife Della Allan; two sons Sheine and Allen; one daughter Melody; one brother William; 3 grandchildren and 4 great grandchildren. Services will be held at 10am Tuesday, March 12, 2009 at Whidden-Mclean Funeral Home, Bartow with a visitation 1 hour prior to the services. Donations may be made to Good Shepherd Hospice 105 Arneson Ave. Auburndale, FL 33823.