Allen, Cathy A. (Withers), July 19, 1959-November 27, 2012, went home to be with the Lord on November 27, 2012. She was preceded in death by her maternal grandparents, Kirk and Minnie Scott. Cathy has left behind the following loved ones; her husband, Michael E. Allen; her daughter, Sarah L. Allen; granddaughter, Caitlyn; her parents, Gene and Evelyn Withers; sisters, Donna (Randy) Shiverdecker and Gena DeLong; mother-in-law, Shirley Allen; brothers-in-law, Roger (Julia) Allen and Timothy G. Allen; sister-in-law, Sherry Allen; numerous nieces, nephews, and family members. Cathy was a graduate of Belmont High School, Class of 1977. She worked for Merrie Time Preschool for 19 years and loved each of her kids. Funeral services will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday, December 1, 2012, at the Spaulding Road Church of God, 1658 Spaulding Road with Pastors Jerry Siler and Larry Thomas officiating. Interment will follow in Woodland Cemetery. The family will receive friends at the church from 5:00 p.m. on Friday, November 30, 2012 until the time of the services on Saturday. In lieu of flowers, you may donate to The Hospice of Dayton, 324 Wilmington Avenue, Dayton, OH 45420. Condolences may be expressed to the family at www.tobiasfuneralhome.com. Services in care of the Tobias Funeral Home-Beavercreek Chapel.
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December 6, 2012
Tim, Rhonda Carberry
Donna, our deepest sympathy goes out to your family during this difficult time.May you find comfort in the memories you hold the closest to your heart.
December 1, 2012
her kids at merrie time loved her very much. two of my children were among the ones she nurtured. i'm so sorry, we didn't know she was ill. hugs to you all.
December 1, 2012
Sharon Drum
Praying for comfort for you and Sarah during this time.
November 30, 2012
Greg Liles
Condolences from a classmate at Lewton and Belmont. Cathy was one of my favorite friends at Lewton. My mother sends her condolences to her parents.
November 30, 2012
Chris Jones
Mike I'm sorry about your loss.
November 30, 2012
Michael, I am so sorry for your loss, my prayers are with you and sarah thru these difficult times. Mickey Hartley
November 30, 2012
BETTY KREITZER
MY LIFE IS BLESSED BY KNOWING CATHY & MIKE,YOU NEVER SEEN THEM WITHOUT A SMILE ,YOU WOULD NEVER NO THEY BOTH HAD CANCER,MIKE,I WILL CONTINUE TO PRAY FOR YOU & YOUR FAMILIES,GOD BLESS YOU ALL.
November 30, 2012
Shirley Casstevens-Allen
Your family is in our thoughts and prayers. Cathy was always a shining light here and will continue to shine that light in Heaven. John Rains and Shirley Casstevens-Allen
November 30, 2012
Cindy Dempsey
Mike, Sarah & Family - My heart goes out to you during this difficult time. You weren't around Cathy long before realizing what a loving, caring and compassionate gift from God she was. I wonder just how many lives she touched during her time here on earth. May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate her life and legacy. Please know you will be in my thoughts and prayers for many months to come.
November 30, 2012
Your family is in our thoughts and prayers. Cathy was a bright light shining here and will contiue that shining light in Heaven.
November 30, 2012
May God hold you close at this time of sorrow. You are in our thoughts and prayers. Thomas and Brenda Cornwell
November 30, 2012
Thomas Cornwell
We are so sorry for your loss. May God be with you at this time.
Thomas and Brenda Cornwell
November 30, 2012
Aimee, Brett Allen
Brett and I are heartbroken to hear of aunt Cathy's passing. She had such an infectious laugh and was always smiling. I remember any Allen get together when Brett was little she couldn't wait to get a hold of him we love u all
Love,
Aimee and Brett Allen
November 29, 2012
Michelle Ramby-Lowe
Dear Mike, Sarah, Caitlyn
I am so sorry for your loss of a wonderful woman. I dont think there was a time that she was not laughing or happy. She will truly be missed theres a reason why God needed her and needed her now. You know that you will get threw this by leaning on God it will take a while but just keep your faith in God. With love, Cliff, Michelle, and the girls Lowe We love you!!
November 29, 2012
WHITEY & JAN ALLEN
Mike,Sarah & Catlin, sorry for your loss, our thoughts & prayers are with you. Sorry we can't be there with you at this heartbreaking time, you know we would if we could. If there is anything we can do, please give us a call..Love, Whitey, Jan, Jean & Louie
November 29, 2012
Roger & Kim Stacy
Mike & Sarah & Caitlyn you will be in our prayers. Our loss is heavens gain and what a wonderful gain they recieved tuesday night.Always enjoyed the front porch conversations we had back in the day. So many memories, I could go on and on. Cathy was a caring , loving person.
November 29, 2012
I AM SO SORRY TO HEAR OF THE PASSING OF CATHY. I WENT TO LEWTON AND BELMONT WITH HER. I GREW UP ON SANFORD DRIVE. I WILL KEEP HER FAMILY AND FRIENDS IN MY THOUGHTS. VICKI WILLIAMS BRETZFELDER CLASS OF '77
November 29, 2012
Ken & Karen Ramby
Our hearts and prayers go out to Mike, Sarah and Caitlyn for the loss of their loved one. We feel that God has taken another rose from the earth and planted it in the garden of heaven. She will be missed and she is loved by all in our family.
November 29, 2012
Gina, so sorry for your loss. you and your family will be in my prayers. Cindy (leach)Singleton
November 29, 2012
We went to school with Cathy and just recently heard of her illness while attending our class reunion. We pray for peace to bring comfort, courage to face the days ahead and loving memories to hold in your heart forever. With caring thoughts, Cindy Long Majusick, Debbie Owens Wise
November 29, 2012
LEOLA CLAYPOOL
I WORK AT KETTERING HOSPITAL AND I ALSO WENT TO GRADE SCHOOL AND HIGH SCHOOL WITH CATHY . I REMEMBER HER WELL. I WAS SO SAD TO HEAR THE NEWS FROM HER MOTHER TODAY UPON HER VISIT TO KETTERING HOSPITAL. I KNOW THE GOOD LORD HAS CATHY'S HEALED BODY WRAPPED UP IN HIS LOVING ARMS AS WELL AS THE ARMS OF HER LOVED ONES WHO WENT BEFORE HER. SHE IS IN GOOD HANDS NOW NEVER TO HAVE PAIN OR SORROW AGAIN. GLORY BE TO GOD. TILL WE MEET AGAIN ! WITH LOVE, YOUR SISTER IN CHRIST, LEOLA CLAYPOOL
November 29, 2012
Carolyn Hardin
I am so sorry for your loss. May God's peace be with you at this time. My prayers are with the family.
November 29, 2012
Glenn Gentry
Michael & Sarah you are in our prayers - God will cover you with his Love.
November 28, 2012
LINDA HENDRICKS
MIKE, SARAH, AND CAITLYN--WORDS CAN NEVER EXPRESS MY FEELINGS AT THIS TIME. CATHY WAS LOVED BY EVERYONE THAT KNEW HER, AND WE WILL MISS HER SO MUCH. YOU CAN NEVER GET OVER THIS KIND OF LOSS, BUT WITH GOD'S HELP, YOU CAN GET THROUGH IT.
November 28, 2012
BJ Bamberg
A joy & delight has left us & has joined Heavenly Father. We are so sorry for your loss. The Bamberg Family
November 28, 2012
Sandy Stanton
Dear Donna, God Bless You and all your Family, my thoughts and prayers are with you! It is never easy to lose a loved one,I know. My prayers are with you and your Family.
November 28, 2012
patty hardwick howard
This candle represents Cathy`s eternal light that will never be extinguished because of the love she left behind. To all of you she left behind may GOD grant you all peace in the days and years to come she may be gone but never forgotten Love and Peace Patty Hardwick Howard
November 28, 2012
Dear Michael and Sarah, just a note to say how much I thought of Cathy...she was an inspiration to me with her stamina for life and her faith in the Lord...may we all remember the great smile and positive attitude that Cathy presented to all. prayerfully, Sheila and Gary Holland
November 28, 2012
I am so sorry for your loss. It is never easy to lose a loved one and I know how close you all were to Cathy. My prayers are with you all. Phyllis DeLong
November 28, 2012
Linda Gail (Pigg) Archer
Mike, Sarah, Caitlyn & Family,
My heartfelt condolences to you all. I pray God gives you peace and comfort such as you've never known until you meet with Cathy again in the presence of Jesus our Savior. Cathy was such a sweet person and I'm going to miss her.
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