BRADFORD - Donald J. Allen, 91, passed away peacefully, October 1, 2015, at Maine Veteran's Home in Bangor. He was born in Silver Ridge, April 11, 1924, the son of John W. and Verna A. (Greaves) Allen.
Don served his country in the US Army from 1943-46, during WWII. When he was discharged from the military, he spent many years working as a woodsman in Maine. In 1965, Don moved his family to Connecticut, where he worked for Plastic Tooling, Inc. until his retirement in 1988.
Don loved being in the outdoors, he had a passion for hunting and fishing. He was a very kind and caring man, but was quick to tell a joke, as well.
Don is survived by his wife of 14 years, Betty J. (Niles) Allen; his three children, Dennis, Aaron and Brenda; his five step children, Carol, Mickey, Teddy, Galen and Penny; 6 grandchildren; 6 great grandchildren; 6 sisters; as well as numerous nieces, nephews and cousins. He was predeceased by his first wife, Norma F. (Hackett) Allen; stepdaughter, Wendy; five brothers and three sisters.
The family wishes to extend their heartfelt thanks to the staff of Maine Veteran's Home for the loving care they showed Don.
Interment with military honors will be 11 am, Saturday, October 24, 2015, at Oak Hill Cemetery on Lebanon Road in Winterport. Condolences to the family may be expressed at www.BrookingsSmith.com.
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October 19, 2015
We were so glad to see Uncle Donald this Summer.
He had a great sense of humor and always fun to be around. We will miss him.
Love, Sharon and Oril
October 19, 2015
Jean & Gary Dickerson
Betty and family - We just found out about Donald's death. So glad that we got to see him this summer when we were in Maine. He had given us many memories!!!
October 9, 2015
Betty, so sorry for the loss of your husband Don. Lovingly, Earlene and Greta.
October 8, 2015
George Allen
So sorry for you loss, wish I could have been there
October 8, 2015
I am sorry for your loss god can provide the comfort we need at this time.
-CH
October 6, 2015
Jackie & Carl Turner
Uncle Donald will be sadly missed. He was such a loving caring uncle and he always had a joke to tell you to make you laugh. My kids called him their funny Uncle. You will always be in our hearts Uncle Donald.
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