Michael J.B. Allen Fund of the Santa Monica Mountains Conservancy

April 1, 1941 – February 25, 2023 Michael J. B. Allen, distinguished professor, engaging teacher, accomplished scholar, dynamic raconteur, avid hiker, and loving family man, passed away in the early morning of February 25 in his Santa Monica home. 81 years old at his death, he is survived by wife Elena, sons Ben and Will, sister Patricia, daughters-in-law Claudia and Melanie, grandchildren Paloma, Moses, and Ezra, and dog Wiglaf.

Michael was a devoted family man and environmentalist who loved jogging along the beach and hiking with family and friends, both in his beloved South Downs of East Sussex and the Santa Monica Mountains of Southern California. He developed a keen eye for local flora and fauna and would read extensively about ecology, botany, and other scientific topics.

A donation to the Michael J.B. Allen Fund of the Santa Monica Mountains Conservancy will  honor the legacy and spirit of Michael J.B. Allen. Donations will maintain the beautiful public open spaces and Santa Monica Mountains trails and vistas that he cherished. Specify Michael J.B. Allen in the “notes” area of the donation