Diana J Allen

1947 - 2017

Diana J Allen obituary, 1947-2017, Harrisonville, MO

BORN

1947

DIED

2017

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Diana Allen Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on May 15, 2017.

Diana June Allen, 69, passed away May 14, 2017 at her home in Harrisonville, MO. She was born November 24, 1947 the daughter of John and Ethel “Maxine” Frances (Taylor) Reed. Diana retired after working 40 years for Zurich formally Universal Underwriters Insurance Company. She was preceded in death by her high school sweet heart and husband of 39 years, Richard Ray Allen on December 10, 2009. Diana enjoyed being outdoors, boating, swimming and traveling. Above all she loved her grandchildren. She spoiled them rotten. In addition to her husband she is preceded in death by 4 brothers, William “Bill” Robert Reed, John “Dick” Richard Reed, James “Jimmy” Michael Reed and Daniel “Danny” Charles Reed. Diana is survived by her son, Richard “Rocky” Ray Allen, II and wife Rachael Elizabeth Allen; 4 grandchildren, Evan Ray Allen, Joshua Link Allen, Elijah “Eli” Lee Allen and Joseph “Joe” James Allen; 1 brother, Roger Allen Reed; 2 sisters, Sharon Parker and Patricia “Pat” Davis, her loving partner of 3 years, J.D. Harris and many nieces and nephews. Visitation will be Friday, May 19, 2017 from 9am until service time at 10 am at Floral Hills Funeral Home. Private family burial at a later date. The family suggests memorial donations be made to American Cancer Society. Arr; Floral Hills Funeral Home, 7000 Blue Ridge Blvd, Kansas City, MO 64133. Online condolences may be left at www.floralhillsfuneralhome.com.

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May 19, 2017

thea thomas

Blessings to Diana's family. So many wonderful, fun memories of things we
use to do together. Know she understood life is too short, so enjoy every
minute... remembering the camping trips and fun we had... peace and blessings....

May 18, 2017

Amy Allen

Diana was a wonderful person, a joy to work with and blessed to have known her. My thoughts and prayers are with her family and friends. Although I know she is in a better place, Diana will truly be missed.

May 18, 2017

Debi Doering

Diana was a joy to work with and she will certainly be missed by all those who knew and loved her. Her life was taken from us way too soon. Condolences to Rocky, Rachel and the grandkids.

May 17, 2017

Theresa Harris

So thankful I got to know Diana. I will be forever grateful to her for her kindness to me and willingness to come running day or night along with JD to help with my Jack at the end of his life. She was a kind and generous person who loved her life, especially her family. I am so glad she and JD were able to be there for each other after the loss of their respective spouses and that they were able to add some adventure to Diana's retirement, They showed me a great time when I visited in Arizona. .Praying for comfort for all who loved her..I know your loss is great. Theresa Harris Monroe Twp, New Jersey

May 17, 2017

Janie Mcdaniel

Condolences to family and friends. Had the pleasure of working with Diana for many years. She always had a smile on her face and a kind word. She will be missed.

May 17, 2017

Linda Sears

Fond memories at East High School. Comfort for the family( Pat Davis).
With loving memories.
Love and prayers.
Linda Sears (Pinckney).

May 15, 2017

May God's loving kindness and comfort help you and your family through this very sad time Psalms 29:11

May 15, 2017

Jimmy Hugill

Rocky, Rachael and family
I'm sincerely sorry for your loss and will all be keeping your family in my thoughts and prayers. Please done hesitate to call me if there is anything I can do.

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