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Linda Allen Obituary
Allen, Linda L. (Richmond) passed into the loving arms of our creator on May 24, 2011, losing her long battle with ALS.
Born October 26, 1949 in Cincinnati, Ohio, she moved to the Orlando area in 1980 where she and her husband established The Allen Group, an Employee Assistance Program. An honors graduate of UCF, she was beloved by employees and clients as well.
She is survived by her devoted husband of 38 years, Dr. John D. Allen; her loving daughter, Margaret (Maggie) Allen; her mother, Rosemary Richmond; her sister, Terry (Jim) Meget; her brothers, Chris Richmond and Tony (Darlene) Richmond; sisters-in-law, Ceil (Tom) Ratliff and Della (Dewey) Keck; as well as nieces and nephews, grand nieces and nephews and many, many friends. She was predeceased by her beloved father, Ken Richmond, and sister-in-law, Dallis Stanton.
The family will receive visitors at the Carey Hand Funeral Home, Fairbanks Avenue, Winter Park, FL on June 3, 2011 at 6:00 p.m. with a memorial service following at 7:30 p.m. in the Chapel. An inurnment will take place at the Palm Cemetery, Winter Park, FL at a later date.
You may honor her as you wish: flowers, church contributions, donations to charities, thoughts, words and prayers. We will remember her generous, loving ways and devotion to her family.
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Memories and Condolences
for Linda Allen
Ed Durda
May 14, 2012
I was TOTALLY devistated to read (5/14/12) about Linda's passing. Linda and John were second parents to my son and daughter and they were growing up and best friends to me as I was going through stressful times. Linda and John were my best friends. I will miss Linda TERRIBLY, and John, if there is ANYTHING that I can do for you, please contact me, Ed Durda
Gina Quicker
October 10, 2011
John, Maggie my deepest sympathy. My prayers and thoughts are with you both. Gina Quicker
Gina quicker
October 10, 2011
My deepest sympathy, I am so sorry to hear of Linda's passing. My thoughts and prayers are with you and Maggie. Gina Quicker
Laura Frey
June 9, 2011
My condolences to the family. John, I have never met a more devoted spouse than you. Linda was blessed to have you. She is at peace now. It was an honor getting to know both of you.
Marie M
June 4, 2011
To The Allen family, May God comfort you in this time of sorrow. We all look forward to the time when death will be no more.
Randy Gittess
June 3, 2011
The Gittess family treasures the memories of the good times we had with Linda. May she rest in peace.
Condolences to John, Maggie and family.
Laural Schmidt
June 3, 2011
Throughout the years I have known Linda, I could always count on her to be a true, generous, and compassionate friend. She was always ready with a quick and infectious smile and an open ear, and you always knew her interest and concern was real. Linda was funny, and smart, and warm, and I always felt uplifted after spending time with her. Linda was inspiring, too, and I always marveled at her ability to be such a wonderful and devoted mother, wife, and business partner. I particularly admired the way she nurtured Maggie in such a loving way while at the same time providing her with the encouragement and freedom to spread her wings and embrace life as an adventure. Maggie, to me, the person you have become is your mom’s greatest legacy, and you are the embodiment of so much of what she stood for - integrety, compassion, and independence. These last two years have served as an inspiration for all of us. Linda, with her exceptionally positive attitude and determination to face her illness with dignity; John, with your love and devotion to your beloved wife; and Maggie, with your strength and courage to face this devastating illness and loss and continue on. May God bless you with continued courage, strength, and faith, and with the peaceful reassurance that Linda is at peace in her heavenly home.
With love, Laural Schmidt
May 30, 2011
Our Prayer for Linda:
Precious Heavenly Father, You do not promise that this life will be easy or carefree but that our next life will be glorious with no illness to fight. Linda didn't choose this horrible, debilitating illness but she dealt with it in such a way as to touch us all. She always had a smile for us and no matter what she was going through, she was always "fine". Dear Lord, we pray that in these past days, You came close to her and were so real to her that she could see You and feel Your presence. We pray You cradled her, comforted her and gave her peace. We pray that you will comfort John and give him peace for she was the love of his life. He has been there for her every step of the way, but Lord he knows You are the Supreme Caregiver and knew, as hard as it was, he had to turn her over to you. They've been together a long time. They've been real partners: In love, in parenting, in business, in life. Lord, we know You love Linda and John and Maggie and if there was ever anyone who practiced Your command to "love one another" it was Linda. She loved Maggie more than life itself and she was devoted to her family and friends. We pray Lord that you will continue to hold her in your loving arms. She will be missed. In Jesus' Holy and Precious name. Amen
Ceil & Tom
Linda & Maggie (Xmas 2007)
Brenda McFadden-Gee
May 30, 2011
Linda & Maggie (Xmas 2007)
Brenda McFadden-Gee
May 30, 2011
Linda & Maggie (Xmas 2007)
Brenda McFadden-Gee
May 30, 2011
Linda & Ceil (circa 2003)
Brenda McFadden-Gee
May 30, 2011
Linda, Dallis, Maggie, Brenda (2000)
Brenda McFadden-Gee
May 30, 2011
Linda (circa 2000)
Brenda McFadden-Gee
May 30, 2011
Linda & John (circa 2000)
Brenda McFadden-Gee
May 30, 2011
Linda & Johnnie (circa 1995)
Brenda McFadden-Gee
May 30, 2011
Linda & John (1986)
Brenda McFadden-Gee
May 30, 2011
Aunt Linda (circa early 90s)
Brenda McFadden-Gee
May 30, 2011
Aunt Linda
Brenda McFadden-Gee
May 30, 2011
Linda & Maggie
Brenda McFadden-Gee
May 30, 2011
Linda, Johnnie & Maggie
Brenda McFadden-Gee
May 30, 2011
Linda, Johnnie & Maggie
Brenda McFadden-Gee
May 30, 2011
Linda, Johnnie & Maggie
Brenda McFadden-Gee
May 30, 2011
Linda & Maggie
Brenda McFadden-Gee
May 30, 2011
Aunt Linda
Brenda McFadden-Gee
May 30, 2011
Brenda McFadden-Gee
May 29, 2011
Apologies for the double posting
Brenda McFadden-Gee
May 29, 2011
Open Letter In memory of Dearest Aunt Linda
How does one begin to know exactly what to say?
What I do know is that you were one terrific Mom to Maggie, as anyone around you would know. I also want to thank your for loving my Uncle John who was and is crazy about you.
Linda. You accomplished so much in a life that was far too short.
Your generous spirit makes me eternally grateful to you for the compassion and thoughtfulness you afforded my own Mom while she was alive and living in your home.
I admire your courageous spirit, which you exemplified until the end. That spirit and the love you gave will carry on in the hearts and minds of those left behind.
May God shepard you along the path you are now on and may He watch over and bless those close to you in their times of need.
Your loving niece,
Brenda
Susan McHenry
May 29, 2011
I have fond memories of Linda. We enjoyed concerts and going to the opera. She will be remembered as a renaisance woman with wit and energy. Best memory - Pirates of Penzance at the Orlando Rep at Orange Ave. Fearless, engaging and a real gem.
William House
May 29, 2011
When I think of Linda, John, and Maggie I think of courage. Towards the end, when I visited her she always had a smile on her face. Courage. When I think of John his only goal was to provide whatever was needed to make her comfortable. Courage. When I think of Maggie she maintained her college activities as best she could. Courage. I have learned a lot from these good people about what courage is in the face of a desperate illness.
Christopher Sales
May 27, 2011
I had the distinct pleasure of working with Linda Allen for almost ten years. She was the very embodiment of character, honesty and integrity. But even more than that, thoughtfulness, generosity and compassion for others was ever-present with Linda. In this way, she represented the very best of humanity.
Sandi Roberts
May 27, 2011
Linda was beloved by everyone that had the priviledge of knowing her. She was one of the kindest people I know with a special place in her heart for children and our "furry friends". We will miss her very much.
Beautiful Woman, Inside and Out
Teri Meget
May 26, 2011
Linda is my big sister, and I love her so very much. She meant more to me than I could ever express. My hearts goes out to John, Maggie, our Mother and our Brothers. We will miss her!
Linda Rodgers
May 26, 2011
I hope your family will be comforted by all the wonderful memories of Linda. She was a kind, caring, and compassionate woman. I feel honored to have known her and to have been able to work for someone like her for over 6 years. She will be very missed.
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