James Ronald Allan, 36, of Duncan, passed away on Saturday, August 20, 2011 at his home in Franklin. He was born on April 17, 1976 in Silver City, NM to James and Pamela Allan. He married Sara Jane Latham on April 11, 2009 at their home in Franklin. James worked as a Heavy Equipment Operator at Freeport McMoran Mining Company. He served his country in the U.S. Army Reserves and the U.S. Navy. He loved the outdoors, being with his family, horseback riding, and elk hunting. He is survived by his wife Sara, of Duncan; children, Brandon Tritch, Brandyann Maggart, and Courntney Maggart; parents, Jim and Pamela Allan, of Safford; siblings, Tami Legarda, Tanya Allan Renteria, grandparents; Pete & Betty Allan and Jerry Yocum. Funeral services will be conducted at 10 am on Tuesday, August 30, 2011 at the New Life City Church in Safford, with Dr. Phillip Tutor officiating. Friends may call one hour prior to services at the church. Full Military Honors will follow.