Allan Holcmb
(1941 - )
Allan Holcomb was born and raised in Sperry, Oklahoma. As a child, Allan's family consisted of 5 brothers and 2 sisters. He attended Sperry Public Schools grades 1-12. During his school career, his favorite teachers included Mrs. Ford and Mrs. Herrington (elementary), Mrs. Sloan (junior high) and Ms. Cooper, Ms. Daniel and Mr. Brooks (high school). Allan is a 1960 graduate of Sperry High School.
Following high school graduation, Allan served for 7 years in the Oklahoma Army National Guard, 45th Division, attaining the rank of E-4. His college career included a one year stint at Oklahoma State University followed by three years at the University of Tulsa where he majored in Chemical Engineering.
In 1966, Allan married his wife Diane (Redus). Allan and Diane have 3 children, daughter Terry (SHS Class of '81) of New Port Beach, CA, James (SHS Class of '88) of Tulsa, OK and a graduate of the University of Oklahoma and Laura (SHS Class of '90) of Dallas, TX and a graduate of the University of Oklahoma.
In 2009, Allan sold his business, Tri-Thermal, Inc. and retired after 35 years of ownership. He continues to be active in his support of Sperry Schools. His hobbies include golf, fishing and traveling.
