Allen Shane, 79 of Grand Forks, North Dakota died Sunday, March 1, 2026, at Altru Hospital with his family by his side. As Allen would say, “He died once bet he won’t do that again.”
Allen Duane Shane was born the youngest of four to Earl and Donna (Haugen) Shane on June 11, 1946, in Grand Forks, North Dakota. He was that “pesky” little brother causing a lot of ruckus. Al was raised in Alvarado, Minnesota.
After high school he attended Wahpeton School of Science. He was married to Suellen Farder in 1966. They had their daughter, Karla and son, David. Even though they later divorced, they remained friends.
Al was in sales for many years, working at Rydell’s and Kentworth. He eventually became the owner of Grand Forks Campground in 1989. AL was a hard strong headed worker because “nothing is free in this world.” He cherished his kids, grandchildren and great grandchildren. Al enjoyed taking them on the Kawasaki Mule, “beep beep”, just lucky to be close to those he loved.
Al is survived by his son, David (Nikki Nelson) Shane of East Grand Forks, MN; grandchildren, Allie and Gavin; daughter, Karla Shane of Grand Forks, ND; grandchildren, Jessica and Falyn (Corben Majors); great grandchildren, Gabbi, Mason, Shane, Caiden, Ayanna and Hayes; brother, DelRoy (Marlene) Shane of St. Cloud, MN; numerous nieces, nephews and cousins.
Al was preceded in death by his parents, brother, Dale Shane, sister, Ila Mae Kozel; several aunts, uncles and cousins.
Visitation will be held from 10:00 – 11:00 a.m. Monday, March 9, 2026, at Amundson Funeral Home. Funeral service will be held at 11:00 a.m. Monday, March 9, 2026, at Amundson Funeral Home. A reception will take place following the service at the Eagles Club in East Grand Forks, MN.