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1947 - 2011
John Leslie Allen, 63, of Proctorville, Ohio went home to be with the Lord surrounded by his wife and children Monday, February 7, 2011 at the Emogene Dolin Jones Hospice House in Huntington, WV. He was born July 20, 1947 in Ironton, Ohio. He was preceded in death by his father William Edward Allen, and father-in-law and mother-in-law, Edward and Ruby Ellis Bryant. He is survived by his wife, the love of his life for nearly 26 years, Bertha Bryant Allen; two sons and one daughter, Aaron "AJ" Allen and Amanda (Jared) Sowards both of Proctorville, and John Allen II of South Point, Ohio; his mother Priscilla (Tillie) Rowe Allen Vance of South Point, Ohio; five brothers and three sisters, William "Bill" (Elaine) Allen, Sherman Allen, Thomas (Donna) Allen, Robert "Bob" (Gail) Allen, all of Ironton, Ohio; Larry (Babara) Allen of South Point, Ohio, Carol Gubaci of Dearborn Michigan, Janet "Sue" (Jeff) Gillum of South Point, Ohio and Sheri (Timothy) Malone of Ironton, Ohio. He is also survived by five grandchildren and two great grandchildren along with a host of nieces, nephews, friends, and extended family whom he loved dearly. He was an active member and trustee at Community Chapel Church in Proctorville, Ohio. He was an Army veteran of the Vietnam War. He loved serving God and spending time with both his natural family and his church family. He had a great sense of humor that was evident throughout his long, hard-fought battle with cancer. He was always loving and kind with a willingness to help anyone that he could. Family would like to give thanks for all the prayers, cards, calls, and food. A special thank you is given to Dr. Melin Moses, Dr. Maria Tria Tirona, Dr. Fuad Zeid, Dr. Rebecca Wolfer, and the staff at the Emogene Dolin Jones Hospice House and Hospice of Huntington. Services will be conducted 1 p.m. Thursday, February 10, 2011 at Hall Funeral Home, Proctorville, Ohio by Pastor and special friend, Brother Carl Black and Brother Kelly Stapleton. Burial will follow in Miller Memorial Gardens, Miller, Ohio. V.F.W. Post 6878, Proctorville, Ohio will conduct military graveside rites. Visitation will be held 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. Wednesday, February 9, 2011 at Hall Funeral Home, Proctorville, Ohio. Pall bearers are nephews; Ira Joe Bryant, Delano Bryant, Roy Bryant, Dwayne Allen, James Gorby, and special friend Jason Adams. Condolences may be expressed to the family at www.timeformemory.com/hall. .....Sweet sweet Jesus hold my hand, lead me on to the Promised Land, by the eye of faith I see. I'm so glad that beautiful Heaven is waiting for me.....
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There are currently 19 condolences.
Tara Green
Monday February 28, 2011 at
9:30 AM
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Bertha, A.J& Amanda,
Just wanted to tell you that your in my prayers! John was a awesome man! Loved him to death like I do all of you! He will be greatly missed but he is way better off than we are and very soon, we will be reunited! Love you all!
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Mike & Kim Carrico
Kimberlycarrico1@aol.com
Sunday February 13, 2011 at
9:19 PM
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So sorry for your loss. You and your family are in our prayers.
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April Johnson-CHH Business Office
Thursday February 10, 2011 at
9:37 AM
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Bertha, I'm so sorry for your loss. May the great Comforter be with you and carry you through this. Love and prayers for you and your family.
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Jessi Wheeler-Herrell
Thursday February 10, 2011 at
4:46 AM
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Amanda, A.J., and Bertha, I am so very sorry to hear about the painful loss of your father/husband. As hard as it will be on all of you I know you will overcome this with beautiful spirits. You are all children of the Lord, you know that he is in such a better place, free of pain and suffering. Our prayers are with you and your family. With Love
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Allen & Sherri Drnnison
Wednesday February 9, 2011 at
8:18 PM
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Sending our deepest sympathy to the Allen family,we are very sorry for your loss.We will remember you in our prayers.
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David & Patty Johnson(Jacob's grandparents)
Wednesday February 9, 2011 at
7:29 PM
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AJ and family ; sorry for your loss,but thankfull for HEAVEN'S gain.Our prayers to all your family. Take care-GOD BLESS Patty
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Angela Harrah-McClure
Wednesday February 9, 2011 at
6:37 PM
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Bertha and family, I am so sorry for your loss. John is with the LORD now. Count your blessings and you know, one day, YOU will be reunited once again in heaven, forever. If you need anything day or night, just give me a call. Thoughts and Prayers, Angie, Stephen and Drake McClure
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Evelyn lake
Wednesday February 9, 2011 at
3:56 PM
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My Prayers n thoughts r with you all on this long journey ahead. I would live to say he is a beautiful person who helped me a couple of times with my car. Bless his name n memory always in everyones heart.
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Patty Swartzwelder Heyman
Wednesday February 9, 2011 at
3:39 PM
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Carol, so sorry you have lost your brother. It has been a long time since our high school days, but trust all is well with you.
Patty Swartzwelder
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Heidi Clark
Wednesday February 9, 2011 at
9:34 AM
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The few times I met John during the process of Amanda's wedding he was more than a delight to be around. I could feel the love that he had for his family and for Jesus Christ. There is no better testimony to leave behind than that!
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BECKY HUNT
Wednesday February 9, 2011 at
9:07 AM
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MY DEAR SISTER IN CHRIST, BEARTH AND CHILDREN, ONE THING TO REMEMBER 'THE ROSE STILL BLOOMS BEHIND THE WALL" CONDOLENCES TO THE FAMILY. LOVE AND PRAYERS. becky
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SUE MCCALLISTER
Wednesday February 9, 2011 at
7:52 AM
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DEAR BERTHA....YOU ARE IN MY PRAYERS, AND I AM SO SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS....I WILL NOT BE ABLE TO COME TO HALL'S....I HAVE MY HANDS FULL WITH WIRT...HE IS GETTING DEMENTIA AND I TRY TO HURRY HOME TO HIM....BUT, I WANT YOU TO KNOW I AM THINKING OF YOU... SUE MCCALLISTER FROM CABELL HTG HOSPITAL
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Pam & Rick Gorby
pamegor@aol.com
Tuesday February 8, 2011 at
6:58 PM
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Dear Family, So sorry for your loss. May God be with you & comfort you in your time of sorrow.
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Juanita Reynolds & Melissa Williams
williams45645@ymail.com
Tuesday February 8, 2011 at
6:53 PM
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WE will all miss him.Our prays are with you all.
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Chris & Lisa Johnson
Tuesday February 8, 2011 at
3:44 PM
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A.J, Amanda and Bertha, So sorry about your loss,John will truely be missed, Jacob always enjoyed coming to your house and spending time with A.J and talking to John, but we know that he won't have to suffer anymore. We pray that you find comfort during this time and we will keep you in our prayers. Love& Prayers! Chris,Lisa ,Jacob & Stephanie
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Billy and Sharon Daniels
Tuesday February 8, 2011 at
3:27 PM
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Sending heartfelt condolences to your family.
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Gina McCloud Black Kates
gina.kates@marshall.edfu
Tuesday February 8, 2011 at
2:40 PM
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Bertha, so so sorry for your loss. I know you have many precious memories, so just hang on to those and the love of your family and most of all, God. Will see you Wed. Love you bunches.
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Tonya L. Cremeens
tonya_cremeens@yahoo.com
Tuesday February 8, 2011 at
1:57 PM
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I'm so sorry to hear of your loss. John was a great guy and I'm very honored to have been able to have him as a part of my life.
Prayers go out to you all. May God's comfort be w/ you all during these very trying days.
God bless and keep you all. My prayers for comfort go to you all.
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Darrell Fowler
pastorfowler@yahoo.com
Tuesday February 8, 2011 at
1:43 PM
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We have the family in our prayers. May God comfort & bless you.
Darrell, Brenda, & Tiffany Fowler
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