Obituary of Alan Efaw

Alan Efaw, 59 of Cape Coral FL, passed away peacefully at home, surrounded by his loving wife and family, on Saturday October 18, 2014 after a short illness. Born in Trenton, NJ, he was a longtime area resident before relocating to Florida 12 years ago. Alan was a graduate of Trenton Central High School and was previously employed by Ameri Gas. Alan was an avid Cowboys fan. He loved fishing and spending all his time with his loving family and friends. Alan loved life to its fullest and always had a smile on his face. He was always the life of the party, always making everyone laugh. Alan had the biggest heart and would give anyone the shirt off his back to anyone who needed it. Alan loved animals and was always so proud in participating in The Grey Hound Rescues and other animal rescues. Son of the late Dorothy Efaw, grandson of the late Dorothy Kelly, Alan is survived by his loving wife Linda Galpin; four daughters and sons-in-law, Tammy Martinez (Joey), Shana Roberts (John), Christina Efaw, Michelle Trammell (Eric); one brother and sister-in-law Brooks and Eileen, one sister and brother-in-law, Linda Azara (Daniel); eight grandchildren, one great granddaughter; one niece, two nephews; his mother-in-law Gail Galpin; two brothers-in-law Louis and Matthew and many friends. Alan also leaves behind his loving pets, two dogs, four cats and two parrots. Funeral services for Alan will be held on Friday, October 24, 2014 at 11AM at Poulson & Van Hise Funeral Directors, 650 Lawrence Road, Lawrenceville, NJ 08648. Interment will follow at Greenwood Cemetery, Hamilton. Relatives and friends can call on Thursday evening from 6-8PM at the funeral home.