1934
2011
ALLEN, RONALD R. SR. (RON) age 77 of Knoxville passed away June 10, 2011 at Ft. Sanders due to complications from surgery. Graduated from Rule High School and the University of Tennessee. Member of Broadway Baptist Church. Preceded in death by mother, Glenna B. Smith; father, John Rogers Allen and son, Ron Allen, Jr. Survived by wife of 58 years, Flora S. Allen; son, Richard Allen; daughter, Jennifer Allen; sister and brother-in-law, Bettie and Jim Bird; several special nieces and nephews. Ron was a rare book dealer and well known local historian who composed nearly 30 books, many of which detailed Knoxville's history, memories, and events. He was a member of East Tennessee Historical Society, The Tennessee Society, an avid contributor and supporter of the UTK libraries, past President of Northside Kiwanis Club, and well know local golfer. Retired from JE Lutz after 40 years of service. The family will receive friends 5-7 pm Wednesday at Weaver's Chapel with the service to follow at 7 pm. Rev. Carl Oaks officiating. Family and friends will meet at 10:45 am Thursday at Lynnhurst Cemetery for an 11 am interment. You may share your condolences and sign Ron's register online at www.weaverfuneralservices.com. Arrangements by Weaver Funeral Home.
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June 16, 2011
Tom Rhyne
I considered Ronnie one of my closest friends for over 30 years. We spent countless hours together at J.E. Lutz and after his retirement. We had breakfast together every workday and many weekends sharing stories on everything from personal family life to sports and occasionally insurance. We agreed on most things in life-except my like for grits and car racing. It was difficult for me to discuss and debate with Ronnie--that being my lack of memory and what I consider his "photographic" memory-on anything, not just sports. I had an Antique booth for 15 years and we sold many items. Ronnie and I went to an untold number of estate sales together-he buying old and rare books, prints, and maps - me buying old primitives and tools. No one can attest more than me to Ronnie's integrity, honesty, high morals and his love for his family, UT, and Knoxville. Ronnie was much loved and will be missed by all that knew him. To his family, I offer our deepest sympathy and condolences- you are in our thoughts and prayers.
June 15, 2011
Ron helped me from time to time on Knoxville history. My condolences to the family.
Don Paine
June 15, 2011
Travis Parker
Ronnie has left a legacy that will continue to enrich the lives of those he touched through his friendship and many accomplishments. His friends of Northside Kiwanis remember well the enjoyable times shared together and today recalled them as they met on this Wednesday.
Our sympathy and our prayers are for his family at this special time. We know that life on this Telestial world is just a part of our Eternal journey and that where Ronnie now is, we, one day, will be also. His wonderful family (all of them) will share another wonderful life together with happiness even greater than was possible or experienced on this earth.
June 15, 2011
Jenny
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. From reading the obit and entries, I can tell he was a wonderful man and Dad.
With love and prayers
Della
June 15, 2011
Susan Orwick-Barnes
My connection to Flo and Ronnie has been through their daughter, Jenny. They were devoted, proud parents and almost never missed a game that Jenny coached. Neither the hottest day for volleyball or the most wintery day for basketball could keep them away. Ronnie was a gentle soul devoted to his wife and children. He was loved and admired and will be missed by anyone who had the opportunity to cross his path. My deepest sympathy to all of Ron's family.
June 15, 2011
Ronnie and I were in the same graduating class(1952)from Rule High School. He was agood friend. My condolences to his family. W.R.(Billy)Haynes Clay, Alabama
June 15, 2011
The Staff of Weaver Funeral Home
With deepest sympathy, you are in our thoughts and prayers.
June 14, 2011
Morgan & Julie Shinlever
Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Knox Co. Schools
June 14, 2011
Glenda Seal Williams
Ron was a wonderful person to work with at J>E. Lutz & Co.
June 14, 2011
M M
May the God of comfort be with you all. (2cor 1:3&4)
June 14, 2011
I am sorry for your loss. I knew Ron through the breakfast club. I played a lot of golf with Ron and always enjoyed his company very much. Ron could talk about almost anything and I so much enjoyed our conversations. I will really miss him.
Joe Barnes
June 14, 2011
Jenny - We are so sorry about your daddy. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. He was a great man and will be missed by all. We love you. Nancy and Tom
June 14, 2011
We had some good times. Joanne & Fred Watkins, Memphis,TN
June 14, 2011
Carolynn Bilbo
Jennifer, I am so sorry for your loss. My prayers go out to you and all of your family.
June 13, 2011
Teresa (Davis) Boyer
I grew up with Ron as the father of one of my best friends. He was the Dad who would take us to drive-in movies, and let us play records and dance in the basement, and always had time for the neighborhood kids. My love and prayers for Flo, Rick and Jennifer. He was a good man, and he will be missed.
June 13, 2011
Gale (Walker) Haggard
I enjoyed working with "Ronnie" at Lutz Insurance for 8 years. I also did some work with him on listing books and with the Junior Miss Pageant. He was a wonderful person and will be missed by all who knew him. My prayers go out to Flo and the children, whom I also had the pleasure of meeting several times.
June 13, 2011
Magen, Michelle, Jacob and David Pearson
Our hearts and prayers are with you and your family. Deepest condolences.
June 12, 2011
Bev Sheldon
June 12, 2011
Whitney, Tayler, Wendy Tate
We are sorry for your loss, please accept our condolences. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
June 12, 2011
Ron and I were in the same graduating class from Rule High School.I have enjoyed his books on Knoxville history. My condolences go out to his family. Betty Jane Wright Swift
June 12, 2011
The Georgiafandis Family
Our Thoughts and Prayers are with you.
June 12, 2011
Phyllis Lett Shulder
Knoxville and all who knew Ron have lost a truly great friend and citizen. Ron's contribution to Knoxville history is immeasurable. Ron was a high school friend and throughout the years he proved to be a real class act. My prayers and thought swill be with his family, whom he loved dearly.
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