Allan J Layman

Allan J. Layman, 77, of Grand Island passed away due to complications of Agent Orange, on Saturday, August 26, 2023 surrounded by the love of his family. Visitation will be held from 5 to 7 p.m. on Thursday, August 31, 2023 at All Faiths Funeral Home, the rosary will follow at 7 p.m. Mass of Christian burial will be held at 10:30 a.m. on Friday, September 1, 2023 at St. Mary’s Church. celebrating. Burial will follow at Grand Island City Cemetery with military honors rendered by the U.S. Navy and United Veteran Honor Guard. All Faiths Funeral Home is entrusted with arrangements. Memorials are designated to the VFW. Allan was born on March 19, 1946 at Watertown, MN, son of Robert and Doris (McCann) Layman. Allan grew up on the family farm in Minnesota, where he raised chickens and gained understanding and lifelong passion for caring for milking cows. His family home was also a safe haven for many foster children, Allan learned compassion and understanding for children in all situations. He graduated from Orano High School in 1964, and then enlisted in the U.S. Navy until his honorable discharge in 1969. Allan served in Vietnam on USS Arlington AGMR2 attached to the Task Force 117 US Navy Mobil Riverine in special operations. In 1965 he served on USS Borie and was transferred to the Brinkley Bass in 1968. He was married in 1967 and blessed with five wonderful children. On November 29, 1985 he married Cynthia Woitalewicz and together they raised their six children. He settled in Nebraska and began working for local dairy farms in Sutton, Leigh and Lincoln area. Allan was a life member of the VFW Post 10042, American Legion and Disabled Veterans. Allan was passionate about supporting his fellow veterans and would help distribute poppies to local businesses. Christmas was a special time for Allan’s family as he would grow out his beard and dress up as Santa Clause for the grandchildren and great- grandchildren. Allan had a heart for everybody and cherished his children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Allan is survived by his wife, Cindy of Grand Island; children, Brenda Musquiz of Grand Island, Daniel (Lurleen) Layman of St. Libory, Andrea (Somphet) Phommaravongsa of Grand Island, Amanda (Ricky) Chanthapatheth of Grand Island, Jason (Rebecca) Layman of Cheyenne, WY, and Alary (Hue) Layman of Lincoln; 13 grandchildren; two great-grandchildren and two on the way; brother, Bill Bonar of Clinton, MO; sister, Carmen Hagstrom of Plymouth, MN; one bonus daughter and two bonus grandchildren; along with numerous extended family and friends. He was preceded in death by his parents, brothers, Ralph and Thomas, sister, Elaine.

Allan J Layman

March 19, 1946 - August 26, 2023

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March 19, 1946 - August 26, 2023

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