Allen "Al" Allington

Allen Duard Allington age 77 of Morley, died Friday, November 13, 2026 at Corewell Health Big Rapids Hospital. He was born January 27, 1949 in Grand Rapids, the son of George and Donie (Weller) Allington. Al was born on a farm and grew up with a strong work ethic. He graduated from Cedar Springs High School where he enjoyed playing basketball. He joined the United States Army and was stationed in Vietnam where he received several medals. After being honorably discharged from the Army, he received his master’s degree and spent his career as a vocational counselor. One of Al’s many passions in life was traveling. He has explored several corners of the earth including, Mexico, Laos, Cambodia, Philippines and several other countries across Asia. Through his travels in China, he met the love of his life Hongxia. Al also loved to tend his garden and spend time on the water either boating or sailing. He was the storyteller of the family and passed that skill onto others. Al was tremendously proud of his children and grandchildren. He will be missed by all who loved him.

Al is survived by his beloved wife of 13 years, Hongxia Niu; children, Neida (Keith) Baker, Becky (Kenny Herrick) Allington, Katie (Greg) Hull, Ali Von Au, Cherrelle Dunston, Teng Meng; 13 grandchildren; 5 great-grandchildren; siblings, Dr. Dick (Ann) Allington, Len (Kimberly) Allington, David (Paula) Allington, Mary (Kim) Coonen, Dale (Marcey) Allington; several nieces and nephews. He is preceded in death by his parents and daughter, Montego Allington.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be made in Al’s name to the Grand Rapids Vet Center, 2050 Breton Rd SE, Suite 100 Grand Rapids, MI 49546

The family will greet friends 11:00 a.m., Tuesday, November 17 at K.E. Pike Funeral Home, Cedar Springs with the memorial service at noon. Officiating Pastor Larry Young.