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1931

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2012

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Allen Daniels Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Dec. 6, 2012.

Allen T. Daniels, a resident of Newton, passed away on Wednesday, December 5, 2012 at his residence. He was 81.

A memorial service will be held 10:00 a.m. Friday, December 7, 2012 at his residence.

Allen was born November 7, 1931 in Hacoda, Alabama, the son of T. A. and Minnie Daniels and lived most of his life in the Mt. Hebron Community. He was a veteran of the Korean War having served in the U.S. Army. In 1951, he married Betty Sue Thomas and they had 7 children.

Allen loved storytelling, gardening and fishing. He was a very humble and giving person. He dearly loved children and displayed a content spirit in daily living while demonstrating how to live like Christ every day of his life.

He is preceded in death by his wife of 58 years, Betty Sue, a son, Ricky, his parents, and several brothers and sisters.

He is survived by 6 children, Sue Bledsoe (Johnny) of Charlotte, NC, Faye Lewis (Jimmy) of Dothan, Sandra Daniels (Mark) of Columbia, Lisa Xhurri (Klaus), of Seattle, WA, Donna Anderson (Mike) of Troy, Robbie Daniels (Kelli) of Wicksburg; 10 grandchildren and 14 great-grandchildren; 3 brothers, Vlady, Tommy Glen and J. L. and 2 sisters, Ree and Shirley.

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December 7, 2012

Tammy Powell

Daniels Family,
I am so sorry for the loss of your dad and grandaddy! I pray that you will find peace at this time. I remember him fondly--and the rest of y'all, too! Your family will be remembered in my prayers. Peace be with you!

Tammy Conners Powell

December 7, 2012

To Faye and the family: Charles and I want you to know that we are praying for peace and comfort in this time of sorrow. May God wrap His mighty arms around you all. We love you,
Charles and Ann

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