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Christopher Allen Obituary

Christopher (Chris) Don Allen, age 54, passed away on January 23rd 2025. Chris was an avid disc golf player and a huge supporter of his favorite sports teams, including the Minnesota Vikings, Notre Dame, Boston Bruins, Cincinnati Reds and a host of other sports affiliations. Chris prided himself on his grilling skills and thoroughly enjoyed gaming in his spare time. He was also a big fan of Star Wars and Transformers. Chris was preceded in death by his father, Robert Allen, and he leaves behind his only child, Brenna Allen from Millington, whom he considered the light of his life. He also leaves behind his mother, Anne Allen, sisters Sunnye Boyd (Jim), Hollye Berger (Don), Sheila Grabnar (John) and brothers Bob Allen (Carol), James Allen, Bill Allen (Mary), Gary Rutherford and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins and many very dear friends. The family will host a celebration on May 3rd, 2025 to honor the life of Chris. To send a flower arrangement or to plant trees in memory of Christopher Don Allen, please click here to visit our Sympathy Store.

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Published by The Daily Memphian on Feb. 26, 2025.

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