Alan Brent McGehee, age 54, of Bells, Texas, passed away on March 10, 2019, in Bells, Texas. He was born October 12, 1964 in Sherman, Texas to William Clinton McGehee and Elois (Morrow) McGehee.
Alan accepted the Lord as Savior at age 10 in Roberta, Oklahoma. He joined Hebron Baptist Church in 1974. He never regretted his decision to follow Christ. Alan graduated from Whitewright High School in 1983. He went to the University of North Texas to continue his education and graduated with a bachelors and masters degree in accounting in 1998. Alan worked for ten years for Oscar Mayer, Ernst and Young Accounting, and Deloitte- two of the “big four” accounting firms for approximately ten years. He was a loving family man, who adored his family. He married Stephanie (Hill) McGehee on August 21, 1993 and together they had one son, Luke Colton McGehee. Alan was a man of many words, he was truly a people person. He delighted in meeting and knowing people. Alan loved sports, especially football, motocross, and bull riding. He was also an accomplished skier. He loved the farm and found joy in working cattle with his father. He was actively involved in his son’s youth sports serving as a coach and assistant coach. Alan was a respected and loyal friend. He leaves a legacy of love, hard work and honesty.
He is survived by his wife Stephanie McGehee of Bells, Texas; son, Luke Colton McGehee of Bells, Texas; daughter, Cassie McGehee of Denison, Texas; daughter, Whitnee Shae Palileng and husband Dan of Tustin, California; father, William C. McGehee of Bells, Texas; mother, Elois McGehee of Bells, Texas; brother, Chad McGehee of Burleson, Texas; brother, Roger McGehee and wife Jennifer of Bells, Texas; granddaughter, Tessa Hoetger of Denison, Texas; nephew, Seth McGehee of Bells, Texas; niece, Gracie McGehee of Bells, Texas; and nephew Ethan McGehee of Bells, Texas; mother-in-law Ellen Willis of Denison, Texas; numerous aunts, uncles, cousins and many friends.
He is preceded in death by his grandparents, Henry and Lois Morrow; grandparents, William and Irene McGehee; nephew, Cameron Joseph McGehee; uncles, Johnny, Sammie and Tommy Morrow; and aunts, Margie Johnson and Ruby Haddox.
A funeral service will be held at Hebron Baptist Church, 655 Hebron Rd, Bells, TX 75414 on Thursday, March 14, 2019 at 2:00 p.m. Interment will follow at Hebron Cemetery in Bells, Texas. The family will receive friends during a visitation Wednesday evening from 6:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. at Mullican-Little Funeral Chapel, 754 State Hwy 56 East, Bells, Texas 75414.
So sorry for your loss prayers and God Bless!
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family as we share your sadness. Alan was a great friend and colleague who was not shy about he felt. He is truly going to be missed. Keep his memories alive.
A very good friend and a Great Athlete and competitor. He was a real Genuine person we had lots of great times together.
My Thoughts and Prayers are with all the family at this difficult time. Alan was the first person that sparked competitiveness in me. As a 9-10 year old kid I wanted to be as good an athlete as he was. We had a lot of good basketball games between he, Chad and myself. Great memories. You will be missed my friend, God Bless.
My deepest sympathy to Alan’s family.
Prayers for the family.
Prayers to my best friend Stephanie and her family at this time.
To the McGehee Family:
My thoughts are with you in such a difficult time in your lives, keep your memories close to your heart. Stephanie and Luke I know this is going to be difficult on you two, but you will get through this you are a strong person and a good mother, just know you can call me anytime and talk. I was just thinking of all the crazy times we had living next door to each other in Denton and going to UNT. I am so sorry I can not be at the funeral but I will see you when I fly to Texas next week.
Love you all,
Tina & Tim Trudeau
Roanoke, VA
Legacy of love, hard work and honesty as mentioned above is perfect description of him.
I lift your family up in prayer. I know this is not easy and time will heal some of the pain. Just love on each other and be there for one another. Love Melanie Osborne Weeks and family!
Alan and I worked together at Capgemini and remained friends throughout the years. Alan was truly a forthright person that believed in honesty. He was funny and enjoyed hearty laughter. I going to truly miss him. Stephanie and Luke always reflect upon the great times with Alan. Keep the Faith, Marsha
Allen had a Love and Exzuberance for life and Sports that made him Special and Unique..He will be Greatly Missed . My Love , Prayers, and Condolences to the family.
My heart goes out to the McGeHee family. I know the loss of Alan leaves a hole in each of your hearts. May each of you have happy memories of good times together that help you through this difficult time. God Bless.
Sending Heartfelt Love and Sympathy to Clint, Elois, and families. As I recall those football, baseball, and basketball games-then off to Texas Tech with Lacy, Alan will always be Special. Thoughts and Prayers for comfort.
My prayers go out to the family. So sorry to hear of Alan’s passing and that I can’t be there as I am out of town. Great friend that will be missed. 😉
Sorry to hear the loss of Alan. I have not seen him in yrs since his school yrs at Bells. He was always a kind and gentle person. He loved sports. May God help you through the hard times you will have in the months ahead.
We have wonderful and fun memories of Alan when he and Stephanie lived here in Southern California. We send our prayers and good wishes to everyone in the family.
Elose and family, My thoughts and prayers are with you at this sad time! I was so sorry to read about your son’s passing! I can not imagine what you are going through ! I am just so sorry! Praying for you and your family . Sincerely Shari Duncan
My heart hurts for the family of Alan. He truly was a wonderful lerson. Praise God for Alan’s salvation in Christ. My prayers are for Alan’s family in this difficult time.
We are so sorry to hear about your loss. Our prayers are with all the family.
My thoughts are with you and family…PLJr.
Stephanie,
Keeping you all in our thoughts and prayers. Alan was a great mentor and friend. And yes, a man of many words! I learned a lot from him about business, working and life itself. I will forever cherish our friendship.