James H. Allan passed away on Thursday, November 5, 2009. James was a memeber of the John Paul I council of the Knights of Columbus and played on the Holy Family Spirits softball team and was an avid bowler and golfer. He is survived by his wife, Cristin Allan, three daughters, Lisa Allan Potter, Rachel Allan, and Michelle Allan, an athlete with Special Olympics. A celebration of the life of James Allan will be held on Thursday, November 12, 2009 from 7 to 9 PM at Mountcastle Funeral Home, 4143 Dale Blvd., Dale City, VA. A mass of Christian burial will be held on Friday at 2 PM at St. Francis of Assisi Catholic Church, 18825 Fuller Heights Road, Triangle, VA. Interment will be private.