Charles Robert Allen

1927 - 2012

Charles Robert Allen obituary, 1927-2012

BORN

1927

DIED

2012

FUNERAL HOME

Hixson Funeral Home

210 North Pine Street

Deridder, Louisiana

Charles Allen Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Apr. 13, 2012.

Charles Robert (Bob) Allen, age 84, of Rosepine , LA. passed away on April 12, 2012 at Lake Charles Memorial Hospital surrounded by his loving family.

Bob was born on October 19, 1927 in Leesville, LA. to the late Fred and Lilly Mae Jeane Allen of Leesville, La.
Bob worked for Eastern Airlines in Lake Charles, La. He taught Math and Science at Iowa High School , retired as assistant principal of J.I. Watson Junior High and Elementary School. Bob was also Administrator/Co-Owner of Pinehaven Nursing Home in Rosepine, La. Bob served in the United States Army in WWII and was past president of the Kiwanis Club, Lion's Club, and active member of the First United Methodist Church of DeRidder, La. He was also a longtime member of the First United Methodist Church in Iowa, La. Charles graduated from Rosepine High School, went to 4 years of college at Southwestern University and received his masters at McNeese University.

Bob was survived by his wife: Elaine Stevens Allen, daughters: Barbara Allen, Kathy Allen Beard and husband Russell, sons: Charles Allen and wife Cathy, Jim Allen and wife Patricia, Fred Allen and wife Angela and Rob Stevens. He was also survived by his sister: Joy Godbold and 16 grandchildren and 7 great-grandchildren.

Bob was preceded in death by his first wife, Betty Bruce Allen and his sisters, Freddie Goins and Gloria Allen Haley.
Visitation will be held on Saturday, April 14, 2012 from 5:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. at Hixson Funeral Home in DeRidder, LA. Service will be Sunday, April 15, 2012 at First United Methodist Church in DeRidder, La. Visitation will resume at 1:00 p.m. until service time at 3:00 p.m. Dr. Wayne Evans will be officiating. Burial will follow at Rosepine Cemetery in Rosepine, LA. under the direction of Hixson Funeral Home in DeRidder, LA.

In lieu of flowers, donations can be sent to the Building Fund of First Methodist Church in DeRidder, La. and Scholarship Fund of the Kiwanis Club in DeRidder, La.
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April 14, 2012

Carla and John Black

Dear Allen Family,
My heart has been broken for you at the loss of you Dad. He was a very fine man. I knew him mostly through his son Fred, an equally awesome man and his wife Angela, my sis. Praying for God to give you rest and peace during this time of loss and grief. May God bring to you fond memory of every kind word and every kind deed of your father. Mrs. Elaine, I'm sending you a hug from Arkansas. Kristen and Ben, it's been a tough year for loosing grandparents. I Love you both so much.
For those who believe, " some glad morning when this life is over, I'll fly away" . Looking forward to our great reunion. God bless you all. Much love.

April 14, 2012

Perry Cormier

I'm so sad to hear about the passing of Mr Allen. He was always such a pleasant man. I remember him all though my school years from kindergarten until I moved to the high school. I remember one time in partcular when I was sent to the office for fighting with someone who had been picking on me. Mr Allen heard my side of the story and sent me back on to class and kept the other fellow for further discussion. He was always fair. I will keep his family in my prayers.

April 14, 2012

Kathy, Fred and the rest of the family, I have you in my thoughts and prayers. What great memories I have of Mr. Allen from my shcool days in Iowa. Rest in peace Mr. Allen. Love, Janice Guillory Morgan

April 14, 2012

Barbara Bowles

Elaine, your and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.

April 13, 2012

Chaplain Richard Reuer

I wish to extend to you and to members of your family my deepest sympathy on your loss. May the Lord's loving promises comfort you and give you strength as you walk through this difficult time. On behalf of a greatful nation as an expression of appreciation for the honorable and faithful service rendered by your loved one. “Honoring Those Who Served-Ministry� –Chaplain Richard Reuer, 1206 6th St SW, Minot, ND 58701. (If you wish a personalized memorial card mailed to you with history of playing of taps, 21 gun salute, meaning of each fold of the flag as a keepsake, please email me your address to where the card be mailed. This is a free service to fallen veteran families.)

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