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Judith Allen Obituary

1939 - 2016 Judith Cashen Allen, 76, of Beaumont, died Wednesday, September 7, 2016, at Dubuis Hospital of Beaumont. She was born on October 29, 1939, in Clovis, New Mexico, to Florence Brasseaux Cashen and John Cashen, and had been a longtime resident of Beaumont. She was an accomplished harpist having studied since she was 6 years old. Judith entered into the Cenacle as a novitiate in Chicago after graduating from Rice University and served from 1963-1968. From 1980-1985, she was co-owner of ABC (Allen Book Center). Judith is survived by her husband, Fred Allen, of Beaumont; numerous nieces and nephews and a long-term friend Maxine Johnston. She is preceded in death by her parents, Florence and John Cashen. A Rosary for Mrs. Allen will be recited at 6:30 p.m., Monday, September 12, 2016, at Broussard's, 1605 North Major Drive, Beaumont. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 10:00 a.m., Tuesday, September 13, 2016, at Our Lady of Victory Catholic Church, 225 West Barkley, Sour Lake, with her interment to follow at Guedry Cemetery, Batson. Memorial contributions may be made to American Cancer Society, #4 Bayou Brandt, Suite B, Beaumont, Texas 77706 or to Muscular Dystrophy Association, 700 North Street, #J, Beaumont, Texas 77701. Complete and updated information may be found at: broussards1889.com.

Published by The Beaumont Enterprise on Sep. 11, 2016.
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My deepest sympathies to you, Fred. I know Judy was a wonderful person, and will be missed.

Linda Robinson

September 15, 2016

Fred, I am sorry to hear the news of Judy's passing. What a "live wire" she was, energetic in all that she did! Judy was one of these people who was likable by all who knew here. Please accept my condolences.

Roger Dimick

September 11, 2016

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