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Charles Wesley Allen, Jr. "Chip" February 23, 1964 - November 1, 2003 Charles Wesley Allen, Jr., 39, of Seabrook, Texas died November 1, 2003 after a courageous battle with cancer. Chip was born February 23, 1964 in Galveston, Texas. He grew up in Pasadena, Texas where he made many of his closest friends. He attended St. Thomas High School in Houston, Texas and graduated from Texas Christian University where he was a member of Phi Delta Theta fraternity. For the past fourteen years he was employed in retail sales at Marburgers's Sporting Goods, Seabrook, Texas. Closest to Chip were his family, work, fishing, hunting and all of nature. He was the beloved son of Dr. Charles and Shelly Allen and a precious brother to his sisters, Amy and husband Jean Frizzell, and Jennifer and husband Matt Prasifka. Chip was especially devoted to his niece, Storey Frizzell, and his nephews, Charlie and Jake Frizzell, and Benjamin Prasifka. His kind spirit and gentle heart have touched many and will be missed by all who knew him. The family wishes to acknowledge the extraordinary friendship and generosity of Patty Hinson, David Shipp, and David Marburger. We also thank the countless friends, coworkers, and family who prayed for and supported Chip the past two and a half years. Visitation will be from 6-8 p.m. on Tuesday, November 4th at Forest Park East Funeral Home. Funeral services celebrating his life will be held on Wednesday , November 5th at 11:00 a.m. at St. Bernadette Catholic Church, 15500 El Camino Real. Burial will follow at Forest Park East Cemetery. The family requests memorial contributions be made in Chip's name to: Coastal Conservation Association, for their work in fostering the love of fishing in children. 6919 Portwest Dr, Suite 100 Houston Texas 77024 (713) 626-4234 (800) 201-FISH or The Melanoma Research Foundation 23704-5 El Toro Road #206 Lake Forest, CA 92630 (800) MRF-1290 [email protected]

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Published by Houston Chronicle on Nov. 3, 2003.

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Van & Jackie

October 28, 2024

You guys are always in our hearts. We wish you nothing but peace. Van & Jackie

Jesse Lee

November 4, 2022

Still love and miss you, Bip.

Van and Jackie

November 1, 2020

Chip is still in our hearts and the family in our thoughts.

Beverly Romans

February 24, 2020

Miss you.

Jesse Lee

February 23, 2020

Happy birthday, Chipster. You are still in our hearts and often in our conversations.

Jill Frison Cortez

November 3, 2019

Dear Chip, we all think of you so often....dear friend! All the time, but especially this week. It's always a very hard week for you precious family. You were the laughter and the light in every room you entered...we are reminded of that soooo often. I had the most incredible experience last week. I was on my bed folding clothes watching the TCU vs UT football game. It was a crisp day so I had my balcony doors wide open. There was a big play and we were yelling and cheering. All of a sudden a monarch butterfly flew in my room and circled my pile of clean clothes. After about 30 seconds it flew very deliberately over to my purple sheet in the pile and landed right in the middle of it!!! I felt you there and I swear I smelled your cologne!! It brought me to tears. Thank you for those moments...I've had several and they are such gifts!!! And YES...we beat the Longhorns!!!!! I've had the joy of getting very close to your family and you were right...you DO have the best family in the world!!!! Your parents made a post showing your cassette collection. Can you imagine the memories that brought back!!!! We had sooo much fun to those songs!!! I'm so happy that I saw you and talked with you so often the last few months you were here. It was a gift to me! Save us a place in Heaven for one day we will have a giant reunion. I love you❤

Payl Golden

November 1, 2019

Amazing friend miss you.

Jesse Lee

November 1, 2019

Thinking of you today, my friend. I so wish you were here, not just for the laughs, but so that you could see how wonderfully life has turned out. You've got a niece who's learning to drive in your old pickup truck (but you already knew that) and a nephew who looks so much like you it takes our breath away. We all miss you and think of you everyday.

Shelly allen

February 24, 2019

miss you our precious son ..forever ..thanks to so many friends who wrote on FB..and your dear friend who wrote on Legacy.. thank you, Howard!!!

February 23, 2019

Happy birthday, my friend. You are missed.

Jesse Lee

February 24, 2018

Missing you today. I'll light a candle before mass tomorrow. Look for the light. Love you, brother.

Amy Frizzell

February 25, 2015

Chip, missing you so much. I continue to find comfort when I daydream. My favorite dream is when we are all together celebrating something. The celebration not beginning until you arrive. You will be coming over straight from work. You walk in with your quick step and that wide genuine smile. Everyone is here. We are together. All is good now. We will celebrate. We move to the kitchen. Laughter, cooking, teasing, touching, happiness, and feeling safe. The best of times. You are with me forever and ever. Love you, Amy

Mom and Dad Allen

February 25, 2015

Your Birthday week! We were on FB the 23rd and heard from so many who loved you and miss you.Always an especially
hard time...we remember many
special BD parties..fun in the back yard with your buds...and seems like Dad took you and your friends to the Destruction
Derby a couple of times..it always rolled around same time as your BD.
We take great comfort when friends and family remember you..You will not be forgotten..
memories of you come up so often when we are together❤❤.
Forever,
Mom and Dad

Jill Cortez

February 24, 2015

Forever a shining light in our hearts!

February 24, 2015

Another birthday comes and goes. With each passing year my fondness and love for the memories Chip and Allen family shared grows deeper. We miss you Chip and hope for Peace in all the beautiful memories and times shared for the Allens. ~Van & Jackie Hutto

February 23, 2015

Thinking of Chip and the Allens and all the smiles and all the laughter.

Happy birthday, my dear friend.

Jesse Lee

November 1, 2013

Sorry that it took me 10 years to find that this book is still up. Chip was my best childhood friend and the best man at my wedding. Van, Craig and I put about a million miles on that old, white Jeep with "the Bip" as chauffer, DJ and master of ceremonies. Chip had the coolest parents, the prettiest sisters and Schotzie the wonder dog. The soundtrack of our life was laughter and cheers. The best of times. Dr. and Mrs. Allen, thank you for giving us Chip and so many happy days.

Chip, my brother, I'll miss you til I see you again.

Jesse, Barbie and Ansley Lee

Van & Jackie Hutto

November 1, 2013

10 years seems like yesterday and an eternity all in one! Peace to the Allens today and always.

10-11 year ago

Gina Durling

September 12, 2013

Can't believe it's coming on 10 years Uncle Chip.. Dad and I miss you every day. We moved to Seabrook and dad always shares stories of you and him talking for hours after work by the water. You know the spot. Love you -Gina Faye

Kathleen Cambiano

May 13, 2013

Wandering if you are related to the Charles Wesley Allen from Oregon? Rest in peace, Charles.

February 23, 2013

This is it! Would have been your 49th birthday...received several emails from your friends today.It has been 9 years and 3 months since you left this world.I can still remember all your birthday parties when you were home....you had such a fun group of neighborhood and school friends...we always had a houseful of kids!!! WONDERFUL MEMORIES.I received the sweetest note from Paul Golden yesterday....today we saw Anthony Bova...such a good loyal friend of yours..he was at a school competition Ben was involved in...we loved talking to him. I told him that today was your birthday.Van wrote a sweet note too...I can't believe Blakley is married.We were so sorry that we were unable to attend her wedding in Austin.
It is becoming more dim ...the memory of you bursting through the front door and saying,,Hi mom....but the feeling of how much I love you is even stronger than ever.As I age I know the time is closer and closer as to when I will be with you again.
Happy Birthday, Chip...my first born and light of my life. Mom

Shelly Allen

February 24, 2012

Yesterday was your 48 th Birthday....had many sweet memories to ponder of past birthdays.Kept thinking of your second birthday when you guarded the cake...you thought it was all yours...we were in Corpus on Dad's Internship. Brett came to that party and Nanny Allen came from McKinney.We are so happy for the years we had with you.We have to remember our children are just on loan to us.We miss your handsome smile and the way our family seemed complete with you here. It has been 8 years,3 months and 23 days since you left.There have been many times these past years I have felt your presence and have been comforted...am thankful for those times.I know you were with Nanny and Potsy to be with Kenny when he joined you eight days ago.I will love you forever precious son. Mom

February 24, 2012

I miss you so much,son. Love,Dad

Robin Coyne

November 2, 2011

Dr. Allen and Shelly, I was just thinking of Chip last week. Did not know him well but you have a wonderful family and I know there is an empty place in all your hearts. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

November 2, 2011

I hope you are taking good care of my Addie. I hope you all helped her have a great Birthday. I am looking forward to the day that we can all be together again. Miss you, Love you.
Love Aunt Bev

November 2, 2011

Your love and kindness lives in the hearts of all of us. Your welcoming spirit embraced everyone you met and knew. Always remember that there are so many people who love you and miss you! I love and miss you, Chip! Anastasia

Van

November 2, 2011

Always fondly remembered for the lifelong friendship we shared! Miss you Bipster.

Kevin Potts

November 2, 2011

Sure do miss you Chip.

November 1, 2011

Missing you, brother. Ben told me last night as he was getting ready for bed that he really wishes he could have known you longer. Oh, how I wish that could be! He would have thought you hung the moon.
Jen

February 23, 2011

Your 47th birthday is today.Dad dreamed about you last night...he said he was worried about my not having candles for the cake...guess it was your birthday cake he was thinking of. I can still see you standing there at two..SO excited about your cake and two candles!Brett was at that party in Corpus.Many more celebrations followed with your neighborhood friends and family. You loved parties !It has been a long time since we have seen you...many things have changed...missing you so much will never change...If I could only hear that "Hi, Mom,.... and see your handsome smile one more time.Happy Birthday ,precious son.Forever my love ... Mom

February 23, 2011

Thinking of you today, Chip...would so love to celebrate your birthday with you here. Send us all strength. Love and miss you!
Jen

November 2, 2010

we are all here together. still trying to figure out that missing piece of the puzzle. it is difficult.

November 1, 2010

love and miss you, brother...so wish you were here with us...you're always in our thoughts.
love you,
Jen

amy frizzell

February 25, 2010

love you chip and miss you so much. you are always with me . i always thought that sounded kind of corny but it is perfect. when i hear friends talk about their brothers i get a smile on my face. im so so glad i had you. wouldnt change anything except for just some more time. my love for you continues to grow and grow...oh what fun times we have missrd out on. it just sucks. still just so sad. love you forever, amy

Mom Allen

February 23, 2010

Happy Birthday my precious son...six years ,three months and twenty-three days since we have seen you...I will never stop counting the days and looking for you. I am more at peace now but I pray constantly that God grant us all peace..Your Dad,Amy and Jennifer and myself.You would like so much being with Storey,Charlie, Jake, Ben and Addy.I would love to know what you have experienced...I am comforted to know Nanny,Potsy and Nanny Allen..also your grandfather Allen(who you have just gotten to know)have all been with as you experience the love of God all around you.I heard from several of your friends today...they s think of you and you are remembered and loved by all.Our love for you is forever my son.I do feel your presence. XO Mom

Jennifer Prasifka

March 6, 2009

Brother, had a wonderful dream about you last night - you were really happy and had that big smile on your face...sure do miss seeing that. Would love for the kids to be able to fish with you - the weather has been really nice lately. We talk of you often and "see" you in nature all around us. Love and miss you.
"Jenny"

Shelly Allen

November 1, 2008

Five years today my dear son...still feel as close to you as the day you left...I just want to see you.Your name and the wonderful family memories we shared are forever on our lips and in a million stories we share with your sisters, their husbands and the grandchildren.I love you,son,and the beautiful memory of you lives on. Mom

mom allen

February 23, 2008

Today is your birthday...forty four years ago we were blessed with the gift of our first born and our only son . Dad was so proud....he was a third year med. student at the time ....we had many friends expecting the same time we were,and you were the only son born among all of those friends/fraternity bros. during that time. Dad was "popping his buttons"!!!! We adored you,Chip, as did your Grandparents. You were a precious little boy if I do say so. You grew into manhood very close to us and you were Dad's partner in almost everything he did. Your sisters loved you so much and always looked up to you. We miss you so and are trying very hard to make it without your physical presence.....I know that you know we feel you with us....so many things have happened since you left that have given us confidence that you are right next to us. you have been with me during the anxious moments of my recent illness. I have my strenth because of you and the way I witnessed you coping and fighting your battle. I love you,son and look forward to being with you again. Mom

Amy Frizzell

December 24, 2007

Hey Brother

Merry Christmas. It is chilly outside. Getting presents packed up and heading to Jennifers. Kids are excited and begging to open just a couple presents before church... pretty funny.

Oh how i wish we could have you here...watching you walk through the door.

I feel you... giving mom and me your comfort, love, and strenth. We all are in this together and peacefully finding our way.

I just can't wait to be with you again. I love you and I am so thankful for you. Love, Amy

shelly allen

December 23, 2007

Precious Son,Tomorrow is Christmas Eve and this is when you were always doing your shopping and bringing your gifts home for me to wrap !I can't believe the Monarchs are still here...they almost bump into me in the back yard.Jill continues to be such a good friend to me...she told me that she felt you near when she had her recent health scare. All is well now with her and we are so happy about that. Storey and Charlie...of course Amy and Jen talk about you so often.You will always be with us...every day and in everything we do.We miss you so at Christmas...you just loved all holidays and made them even more special for your family.Dad and I feel your love with us. Mom

Charlie Frizzell

November 7, 2007

Hey Uncle Chip,
I was thinking about you today. Harry did the wierdest thing. He was on one side of the cage then haff a second later when I turned my head he was at the other side. I started thinking about you, and started crying. So I decided to talk to you. I'm really glad That I had a wonderful uncle like you.
I will never stop loving you.
Charlie Frizzell

Shelly Allen

October 31, 2007

Precious Son Chip...Four long years tomorrow.Your white truck is still in the driveway and what a joy it would be to see you climb out with that big grin on your face.Your spirit will always live within my heart.You were so close under my heart from the beginning.I love you and miss you so. Mom

Jennifer Prasifka

August 13, 2007

Saw some guys wade fishing as we drove to Galveston last weekend...we talked about you and how you loved the sea, fish, and birds. Wish you were here to share that with Ben and Addy. We miss you every day.
Love,
Jennifer

June 3, 2007

Back from Mexico. How missed were. We talked about you daily. Smiled and laughed at remembering our times together. Life is good but would be even better if we had you back. You are loved.

Amy Frizzell

May 20, 2007

You are with me forever. You have filled up a place in my heart that no one can ever take away.
How lucky I was to have you. I love you so much.

Storey Frizzell

February 26, 2007

hey uncle chip. we miss you very much and we love you very much. you were and still are a great uncle. mom and dad went to a villa. and nana and papa are babystitting. we're having fun. it's so nice to occasionally read a letter or something that you gave us. also happy late birthday, love you forever storey

Shelly Allen

February 23, 2007

Happy Birthday, Son
Your loving spirit lives within our hearts constantly---you are with us always---someday we will all be together and life will last forever.
Our deepest love,
Mom and Dad

Amy Frizzell

January 23, 2007

Chip

You are so loved. I will have you with me forever.

Mom and Dad were over for Storey's birthday this past weekend. We had such a wonderful time. We talked about you and your genuine kindness toward people. At your funeral, many of your friends told me what a kind person you were. It's what is still most said about you. What an example you were and continue to be.

Lately, I have really been missing your humor. You would say and make funny comments about the most random things. You were very funny.

Charlie came running in from outside this past Sunday, yelling...A BUTTERFLY LANDED ON JAKES HEAD!!!!!!! A BUTTERFLY IS SITTING ON JAKES HEAD!!!! We all stopped what we were doing and laughed.
Know how much we all miss you and how loved you are. Amy

Michael Ogden

November 2, 2006

It's hard to believe it has been three years since Chip passed. In some respects it seems like just yesterday that he was here.....

I had an opportunity two weeks ago to catch my limit on Redfish and some great Speckled Trout.....I'm sure Chip would have loved it! I spent the trip with a great friend who's son is going through Cancer and treatment. It amazes me how the human spirit continues to perservere and the courage that oridinary people can muster at the most difficult times. I know Chip had this asset and I was constantly amazed at how he "pressed on" through adversity and setbacks.

As I continue with my life journey, it's great to know that we have a special Angel in Chip looking over us. I hope I can show the courage and positive "can do" attitude that Chip always had when I am faced with my challenges in life.

amy frizzell

November 1, 2006

Chip

Been thinking about you. You would love the cool weather today. I laughed and you would have too at the dogs getting their feet wet and then running around like crazy!


I love you. You were the best brother I could have ever had. You are with me always and forever.

Would love a chance to hear your thoughts and feelings about things. Three years is a long time and many things have changed but love and security of family stays constant. Thank you for your love and security. I feel so fortunate to have it. Forever, Amy

mom and dad allen

November 1, 2006

Three years today my precious son since we last saw your face.You were honored recently at an event and we were proud to hear the wonderful words said about you.I feel you are with us and the many butterflies I see are your postcards from heaven.We talk about you every day and you are forever in our hearts. Love from Mom and Dad

Jennifer Prasifka

November 1, 2006

Thinking of you today - and every day. I still find myself expecting to see you drive up at Mom and Dad's or walk through the door at my house or Amy's house. I don't guess that's ever going to change. I miss you, big brother. Love forever,
Jennifer

amy frizzell

September 27, 2006

Hey Chipper

It's a beautiful day. You are with me. I love you and will see you again.

amy frizzell

July 2, 2006

Dear Chip



Been thinking about you. It is summer and we have been spending a lot of time in Galveston. It is a very peaceful and happy place to be. Everyone seems to be comforted by your spirit when they are there. I remember how much time you would spend alone standing on the deck looking out into the bay, or on the beach looking into the ocean,shelling on the beach or watching the birds in the sky. You would do this for quite a while.I never quite understood. Why is he out there by himself? What were you thinking? What were you looking at so peacefully? I think I am starting to understand just a little. Thank you.

Mom is doing a little better. Things will never be the same and we have had our struggles but you would be proud how our family has stayed solid strong and intact. You would have expected that.

I am wanting so much to see you and hear your voice. It is still so so sad.

I miss you but am so thankful that I got to have you for a while. Love forever, Amy

SHELLY ALLEN

February 23, 2006

FORTY TWO YEARS AGO A PRECIOUS SON WAS BORN TO US.WE MISS YOU AND WILL LOVE YOU FOREVER. HAPPY BIRTHDAY,CHIP. MOM AND DAD

SHELLY ALLEN

December 24, 2005

CHRISTMAS EVE DAY-WE ALL HAVE TALKED ABOUT YOU AND REMEMBERED HOW YOU LOVED THIS TIME OF YEAR .YOU WOULD ALWAYS RUSH OVER LOOKING FOR EXTRA WRAPPING PAPER OR BAGS.YOU NEVER WANTED HELP WITH YOUR SHOPPING---EVEN WHEN YOU WERE ON CHEMO AND WEAK---YOU DID IT ALL. ALWAYS CHOSE THE MOST SPECIAL GIFTS FOR EACH PERSON.I've decorated with all the beautiful radko you've given me.Amy and Storey put a pretty tree at the cemetary for you--they like to do that every year. You will be with us tonight at the Children's Mass and with us afterwards--as long as there is breath in any of us,Chip,your memory will be so alive.We miss you morethan could ever be imagined-you know that. Keep special watch over little Addy since she has a little chest infection today---we send the deepest love from all of us. Mom

SHELLY ALLEN

November 3, 2005

AM MISSING YOU SO---THE WEATHER IS COOL AND THE LEAVES ARE FALLING---YOUR FAVORITE TIME OF THE YEAR.I HAVE FELT YOU WITH ME.LOVE YOU FOREVER---MOM

shelly allen

November 1, 2005

CHIP---IT IS TWO YEARS TODAY--MANY FRIENDS HAVE CALLED TO SAY THEY ARE THINKING OF US AND MISSING YOU.YOU HAD SO MANY GOOD FRIENDS WHO CARED ABOUT YOU.THERE IS A MASS BEING SAID TODAY FOR YOU---ALL SAINTS DAY---AND THERE WILL BE FLOWERS ON THE ALTAR IN YOUR MEMORY.LAST NIGHT WAS HALLOWEEN--ONE OF YOUR FAVORITE HOLIDAYS---BEN AND ADDY CAME OVER AND "DID" THE NEIGHBORHOOD---SO CUTE AS A FIREMAN AND DALMATION.WE TALKED ABOUT YOU AND THE FUN AND CRAZY THINGS YOU DID ON HALLOWEEN.WE LOVE YOU AND KNOW THAT THE TIES THAT BIND US ARE NOT BROKEN BY DEATH.WATCH OVER ALL OF US AND BE WITH US ALWAYS. MOM

Whit Williams

August 23, 2005

Chip, its almost dove season, and I found myself thinking of you. I wish to express my true regret for not keeping up with my TCU buddy as well as I should have. I did see you at MD Anderson while I was visiting my father in law. That was a blessing for me to be able to see you. You have taught me to never take life for granted. Now that I am a parent of two beautiful children, I cant help but think of the unmeasurable pain I would feel if they became ill. Your parents were/are unbelievably strong to have gone through your battle w/you. You were strong and had great dignity when I saw you. You were taken from us way to early old friend, and you will live forever in my mind as a good friend that I should have called more often. Thats a mistake I cant fix. For that, I am truely sorry. On a lighter note, when you see me out hunting, direct some birds my way old friend. P.S. Is there a bag limit in heaven?

Jennifer Prasifka

August 8, 2005

Chip,

Yesterday we celebrated Baby Addy's first birthday. I miss you all the time, but it really hits me at the kids' birthday parties. It was always more fun when you were there and you had such an amazing ability to pick their absolute favorite gift. You really knew people, especially kids. I always admired that about you. Keep watching over all of us...it helps us all when we can feel your presence.

Love and miss you so.

Jenny

MOM ALLEN

July 8, 2005

DEAREST CHIP---DAD AND I ARE MISSINGYOU SO MUCH TODAY---WE HAVE RELIVED MEMORIES AND TALKED OF YOU AND HOW MUCH WE BOTH MISS BEING WITH YOU---DAD MISSES HIS PARTNER IN FISHING, HUNTING AND JUST PLAIN OLD GUY TALK----YOU SHARED ALL THE SAME INTERESTS AND HE TREASURES THE WONDERFUL TIMES YOY TWO HAD. YOUR GOOD FRIEND,JILL, HAS BEEN THE MOST WONDERFUL SUPPORT TO US----SHE ALWAYS CALLS US ON HOLIDAYS AND THIS MOTHERS DAY AND FATHERS DAY SHE LEFT THE MOST BEAUTIFUL MESSAGES FOR US-----WE FEEL AS IF THE WORDS FROM HER MOUTH ARE COMING FROM YOU'SHE SENDS THE MOST THOUGHTFUL GIFTS IN THE WORLD.WE LOVE HER AND CONSIDER HER OUR SPECIAL GIFT. SHE HAS HELPED US THROUH REALLY HARD TIMES---A VERY LOYAL FRIEND. ------IT WAS REALLY DIFFICULT PUTTING NIPPON AND RAMONA DOWN TWO WEEKS AGO---THEY WERE 16 AND NIPPON WAS ALWAYS AT YOUR SIDE OR MINE WHEN YOU HAD BAD DAYS AFTER TREATMENTS---I CAN SEE YOU HOLDING ONE UNDER EACH ARM---PLAY "SHAKE IT BABY" WITH NIPPON---SHE LOVED THAT. I LOVE YOU SO MUCH,SON. MOM

MOM ALLEN

June 5, 2005

SON--I LOVE YOU AND MISS YOU SO.MOM

Storey Frizzell

May 23, 2005

Chip- I miss you very much. There is only four days of school left. Yahoo!!! This summer I'm going to Florida and Maine and I will really miss you on those trips. I will not see you at those trips, but your presence will still be with me. Even though your presence will be forever and always be with me I will still always miss you here on earth. The family isn't the same without you and it will never be. All your possesions that have been given to me do cheer me up at times though. You will and will always be the uncle I will always love.

Love,

Storey xoxoxo

amy frizzell

May 3, 2005

Chip



I've been thinking about you so much . I really wish you were at your apartment tonight and that we could talk about what we are going to do for mothers day. I really loved when we did that. It was always so fun planning the holidays with you.....we would both get so excited. Our main focus though would be on the menu. Should we do the usual steaks/potatoes? or should we try something different...nah, we never did.



I can picture you coming through the door with your quick step and smiling... the kids running and yelling to greet you. You were so loved. When you arrived everything seemed to begin. Everyone was here.



I miss us in the kitchen working together. You would say the funniest things...and thump me on the head too hard. We had so much fun....music loud and wine poured...we really had so many great, great, easy times. I am thankful.



I find comfort in knowing that we will be together again. I miss you terribly, and it is still so hard. I wish I felt your presence more often. I really want that.



Forever, Amy

p.s. tell Taylor we loved her.

Lauren Shore

April 1, 2005

Hey Chip,

I was thinking about you today. I know you are doing great where you are, but I think about your family. Have the Lord send down some peace for them, bc that is what you would want. Remember our family reunion? It was awesome and I am so glad you were a part of that wonderful adventure:) What a great family we have!

Love, Lauren

mom allen

February 17, 2005

I'M LOOKING AT YOUR PICTURE NOW AND YOU ARE SO HAPPY HOLDING UP YOUR CATCH OF THE DAY---A BIG TROUT.DAD'S PICTURE IS NEXT TO YOURS AND HE IS HOLDING A STRING OF FISH---- AND YOUR GRANDFATHER ALLEN'S PICTURE IS THE THIRD ONE ABOVE THE DESK AND HE IS HOLDING A GOOD STRINGER TOO---YOU ALLEN GUYS LOVE THAT FISHING.DAD MISSES YOU SO MUCH---YOU DID SO MANY THINGS TOGETHER---LET HIM FEEL YOUR PRESENCE.I HAVE BECOME SO MUCH MORE OF A NATURE OBSERVER SINCE YOU'VE BEEN GONE------THAT IS WHEN I FEEL YOUR PRESENCE THE MOST. I LOVE YOU ,SON. MOM

mom allen

November 26, 2004

CHIP, YOU WERE WITH US ALL THROUGH THANKSGIVING DAY----OUR DAY BEGAN WITH A NEW BEAUTIFUL MONARCH DRYING ITS WINGS IN THE BUTTERFLY GARDEN---CHARLIE DISCOVERED IT AND I TOLD THE CHILDREN YOU WERE TELLING US THROUGH THE BUTTERFLY THAT YOU WERE WITH US---ALL THE CHILDREN HELD IT ON THEIR HANDS---EVEN LITTLE JAKE WAS SO CAREFUL. WE WILL ALWAYS MISS YOU HELPING US IN THE KITCHEN---I REMEMBER HOW YOU LOVED DRESSING AND HAVING A WONDERFUL HAPPY DAY WITH THE FAMILY.IT IS SO IMPORTANT FOR US TO TALK ABOUT YOU AND YOUR MEMORY WILL ALWAYS BE KEPT ALIVE UNTIL WE CAN BE WITH YOU AGAIN.I LOVE YOU--MOM

mom allen

November 20, 2004

ALWAYS--EVERY DAY YOUR PRECIOUS MEMORY IS WITH US----DAD AND I FIND COMFORT IN KNOWING THAT YOU NEVER HAD A MOMENT IN YOUR WHOLE LIFE THAT YOU DIDN'T KNOW HOW MUCH YOU WERE LOVED----WE WILL BE TOGETHER AGAIN ,CHIP----THE DREAMS I HAVE HAD OF YOU HAVE BEEN WONDERFUL AND YOU APPEAR HAPPY AND LOOK SO HEALTHY AND AT PEACE. LITTLE ADDY MAKES ME THINK OF YOU---I KNOW YOU HELPED PICK OUT THIS PRECIOUS BABY FOR MATT AND JENNIFER.I'LL LOVE YOU FOREVER MY PRECI0US SON. XOXO MOM

Larry Hinson

November 1, 2004

Chip,

It's hard to believe you've been gone 1 year today. I've thought alot about the good times we'd had and the tough times you went through. We all miss you. We always say Hi as we pass the cemetery. Angela always as if you were standing right in front of her, and Conner usually more to himself. I guess you know I'm suppose to take your Dad and little Charlie hunting on opening weekend. I sure hope things go well. I understand little C is really excited. I'll teach him some things, as will your Dad and the other guys, but man I wish you could be there. Opening day means alot more to me now than it used to, as you left us on Opening Day last year. Look over us. We'll be thinking about you.



Love,



Larry, Lisa, Conner and Angela Hinson

Jennifer Prasifka

October 31, 2004

Chip,

I'm thinking of you so much today...and every day this past year. Most of the time it still doesn't even seem real. I miss you so much. Ben is getting so big and could really use some Uncle Chip teasing. You know we have a sweet new baby girl...I have a feeling you had a hand in picking her out. She is perfect...thank you. The other day Mom found one of your baby pictures and Addy has the same fat cheeks you did. Chip, I miss you so much as my big brother, but most of all, I miss my kids having an Uncle Chip. No one will ever fill your shoes...you were one of a kind.

I love you,

Jenny

Storey Frizzell

September 6, 2004

Dear Chip,



I miss you sooooo much.You are definteley the best uncle in the world.When ever I see a bird, or

butterfly I instantly think of you.I am so lucky to have spent time with an amazing person like you.And I will never froget the incredible times I had with you.Life is extremeley boring without you though.Iv'e had a few dreams about you, and that always cheers me up.I know your in heaven right now fishing, and watching over us too at the same time, and definteley without cancer.I'm sooo happy your not sick any more,but sad I won't see you in a while.I bet at night your a beautiful star shining bright down on us.Also I see your face every where whether its on elagant butterfly, or bird.I miss you so much,but the one thing that I miss about you the most is being able to have a conversation with you.Talking to you was like talking to a celeberity.And there was always something funny and sweet you had to say.Remember I will always love you. XOXOXOXOXOXOXOXOXOXO, Storey

Jill Frison Cortez

August 30, 2004

Chip's memory is kept alive in so many ways. My children, Max and Jake 5, and Sofie 2(who actually never met him) talk about Mr. Chip all the time. They know he drove a jeep, loved to fish, and that there were butterflies at his funeral. Whenever they hear of or see a jeep, fishing or a butterfly they make some wonderful comment about Mr.Chip being in heaven protecting us. We all miss him so much and can't understand why he had to go, but for many of us it has taught us to cherish all of the blessings in our lives every second of every day and for that I'm grateful.

Michael Ogden

August 16, 2004

Dear Chip,



I thought about you the other day. I was scrolling through my cell phone "phone book" and came across Chip (home),Chip (work) and Chip (cell). I thought about dialing you on your cell just see what would happen....wouldn't it be neat if you answered. We talked so much after your diagnosis and years of struggle with your cancer. I hope you are well and not in pain. Things are going OK in this world....a bit hectic at times but we're "making do". Please watch over us all....



Your pal,



Mike

amy frizzell

August 14, 2004

Chippy



I miss you so much. I want to pick up the phone and call you badly. Charlie picked a branch off of our pine tree today, and was amazed at the tiny little pine cones. (we agreed that you would have loved this). Storey sleeps with the rabbit you gave her for her first Easter and is comforted by your letters and photos. She tells me how much she misses your kisses and smell. Everytime Jakey sees a butterfly he says...Chip. We are all still confused and empty. But now when I think of you I dont see a sick face, i see my healthy goodlooking brother looking back at me with that sweet grin so genuinely happy to see us. Oneday, we will be laughing together again! I'm not as afraid now. Your sister, amy (amster)

Scott Stovall

April 21, 2004

Dear Mr. and Mrs. Allen,

It truly saddens me to hear about Chip. I was a pledge brother of his at TCU and we worked together at Harold's. He was always one of the most positive and fun people to be around. While I hadn't talked to Chip since TCU days, he was one of my fraternity brothers I wanted to get in touch with to see what he was up to. I now regret I didn't. My prayers are with you and your family. Chip will be missed.

Shawn Lacagnina

March 15, 2004

I am so sorry to hear of your loss. Chip and I shared a lot of great memories, I only wish we had done a better job of keeping in touch. My thoughts and prayers are with you. God Bless.

Adam Krugh

January 19, 2004

Dear Mrs. and Mrs. Allen,

I am a Fraternity brother of Chips and I just learned the very sad news of Chips death. I am sorry for your great loss. Chip was truly a great person and friend. His energy level and positive outlook was contagious to everyone who knew him. His smiling face is forever etched in my mind. The world, no doubt, is a better place today because of Chip Allen. Thank you for your gift .



Adam Krugh

TCU 1985

Frank Still

January 11, 2004

I first met Chip in the Spencer Marburger store. Right away I noticed his fine character. I saw that he possessed the class and manner that most men strive to master but to him came naturally. My fishing and hunting trips with him were too few but the quality of his friendship always made the day even when the birds didn’t fly. His assistance with my Bay Dog hunting and fishing book helped me more than I ever told him but he expected no “thank you” for this was how he was. I could always count on him. My son, daughter, and wife were always glad to see him, as he was always exuberant to see them. One precious day of fishing with my father was saved with Chip’s help. Instead of going to the emergency room we went to the Seabrook Marburger’s store where Chip assisted removing the fishhook from my father’s hand. We were fishing again within the hour. The past few years were busy with my family so I didn’t get to see Chip much. I knew that we could pick up right where we left off. I felt assured that there would be many more trips afield to come and I believe that this is still true. It saddens me that so much is taken for granted. My family’s prayers go out to all of his friends and especially his family: Dr. Allen, Mrs. Allen, Amy, Jennifer, Jean, Matt, Storey, Charlie, Jake, and Benjamin. I’ve not met most of you but by knowing Chip I feel that I know all of you.

May God bless you all, Frank, Judy, Jadie, and Franky Still

Jill Frison Cortez

December 25, 2003

Merry Christmas Chip! We all think about you so often and feel a little more cared for as you are now our angel. Everywhere we look we see reminders of the incredible person that you were. You were so loved...you are so missed! Tell Jesus we said Happy Birthday!

Michael Ogden

December 20, 2003

It's the holiday season and we have so much to be thankful for in our lives. It is also a time for family and friends. I have thought often about Chip over the last few months. I know that he is with his us in soul and in spirit. Merry Christmas Chip.....watch over us and keep us safe. Heart felt holiday wishes to the rest of the Allen family....from all of the Ogdens.

mom and dad

December 19, 2003

WE MISS YOU PRECIOUS SON

Craig Tillison

November 28, 2003

I met Chip when I was six years old when his family moved in across the street. I had the opportunity to have so many good times with Chip. Whether it was playing football or baseball in his backyard as a child, hanging out at his house in high school, having a good time at our favorite watering hole at TCU or being the best man at my wedding, if Chip was there, it was always a good time. As a friend, there was no one better than Chip. If you needed something, he was there to help you. As a human being, I never heard him say a bad word or complain about anyone or anything. He was always postive and upbeat. I know that is what others saw in him and that is one of the many reason why he has so many friends. I feel honored to have had the opportunity to know Chip and his family for so many years and so many good times. He will be missed not only by his family, but also his many friends.

Sheryl Risner

November 17, 2003

My love and prayers are with you and your family.

Sheryl Risner

Philip T. Golden

November 13, 2003

Me and my brother Paul had many great times with Chip growing up in Mt. Vernon. We spent a lot of time together in the neighborhood, playing baseball, being mischievous, and just hanging out at the Allen's home down on the corner. He will be sadly missed by all of the Golden family. You are in our prayers.

jack seale

November 12, 2003

I met chip when he was 8 yrs.old. We played baseball together for 5 yrs. We lost touch with each other for about 15 yrs. but i found him working in Pasadena, we talked for a long time and got caught up on the past.The loss of my friend Chip saddens me, but i will always have the memories we shared when we were kids.I will miss him dearly.My prayers and thoughts are with Mr. and Mrs Allen and his family.

Judy Seale

November 11, 2003

My family and I were saddened to learn of Chips death. I knew Chip only through my brother Jack, who played alot of ball with this guy when they were young. I did however have Amy as a friend in high school. I can not imagine the pain you are experiencing, but always remember that you have friends that are thinking and praying for you! ~Judy

Beverly McDonald

November 7, 2003

"For my thoughts are not your thoughts, neither are your ways my ways, saith the Lord." Isaiah 55:8

In John 14:2 Jesus said "In my Father's House are many mansions...I go to prepare a place for you." Jesus was so excited about all the things He created just for Chip, He couldn't wait a minute longer to show him. Chip's mansion was ready. My prayers are with you and your family.

Paulette Burk

November 6, 2003

Dr. and Mrs. Allen, I was so sorry to hear about the loss of your son. So many times I have wanted to call and ask how you are. I pray that God will wrap his arms around you, and comfort you and your family through this terrible loss.

Jean Templeton

November 6, 2003

Dear Shelly and Charlie, I was very sad to hear the news about Chip. I am thinking of you family and praying for you. Love to you, Jean Lynch Templeton

Anthony, Donna, Benjamin, and Noah Bova

November 5, 2003

Our sincerest sympathy goes out to your family, you all will be in our thoughts and prayers. Chip will be missed by many people. I remember the first time I met him; it was for his interview at Marburger’s. Here he is fresh out of college, in slacks and a starched shirt wanting a job selling hunting and fishing gear. The best thing I did in my tenure there was to hire him. I didn’t realize at the time what an asset he would be to the company, nor what a great friend he would become. He truly loved the outdoors and loved people so I don’t think that there could have been a better fit. I’ll cherish the many fond memories of the years we worked together, played together, and most of all the times on the water doing what made us happy… fishing! It is a true honor to have known him. Every trip afield or on the water Chip will be in my thoughts.

Laura Montoya

November 5, 2003

Dear Amy, Jean, Dr. & Mrs. Allen, I am so sorry for your loss. I have heard so many incredible things about Chip over the years. And I know that through your constant love and support over the last two and a half years Chip was able to let go of this life to fly free in the next. You are in my thoughts and prayers.

John, Amy, Megan, & Molly Hutto

November 5, 2003

My family and I were deeply saddened to hear of your loss. You are in our thoughts and prayers.

Although I chiefly knew Chip through my brother Van I would like to share a story that illustrates what a fine and thoughtful character he had. A few years ago we were at a gathering at Van's house that Chip attended. Knowing that my kids would be there along with Van's he brought them all kid's fishing rigs (rods and small tackle boxes) from the store. These were enjoyed for many years and Chip's gesture touched Amy and I.

Jennifer Tillison

November 4, 2003

We are so sorry for your loss of Chip. He will be deeply missed. All of you are in our thoughts and prayers.

Neel McDonald

November 4, 2003

I'll always be thankful for the way Chip befriended me when I came to TCU. I was new, and the way he opened himself up to me made me feel much more at home. I guess he learned that from his folks, since that's also how I was made to feel the first time I ever visited the Allen home in Pasadena. I'll always treasure the times we spent together and the things I learned from Chip. Maybe most impressive is that although he was what most of us would consider a, "Man's man" with his love of hunting and fishing, that still took a back seat to his desire to be a loving and sensitive big brother, son, and friend. Even though we didn't stay in close touch in recent years, I still consider that I've lost a great friend. This past Saturday, Chip's last day here, was also Opening Day of deer season. I thought of him and wished he could be there as I sat in my stand in the dark Saturday morning. I know I'll always carry his memory with me now, each time I go.

Mary Richardson

November 4, 2003

To the Allen Family from the Richardson Family: We all feel so saddened that Chip is gone from us but are thankful that his suffering is over. He will be remembered with love. Mary, Cay, Chris, Meg & Beth

Dennis & Dianne Schulz

November 3, 2003

Please know that your family is in

our thoughts and prayers. We remember how sweet and well-mannered Chip was as a young boy

when we lived in Pasadena.

Tonya Breaux Davis

November 3, 2003

Our thoughts and prayers are with the Allen family.

Dana Vaughn

November 3, 2003

With deepest sympathy to the entire Allen family. My thoughts and prayers are with your entire family. With losing my husband to cancer, I can somewhat understand what you are having to deal with at this very sad time. God has better plans for Chip in a better place. God Bless,

Dana Vaughn

Lisa Brennan (Lindsay)

November 3, 2003

I am sorry to hear about the loss of your son. My prayers are with you and you family during this tough time.

LAURA LINDSAY

November 3, 2003

OUR CONDOLENCES ON THE LOSS OF YOUR SON. YOUR FAMILY IS IN OUR HEARTS AND PRAYERS. LONG TIME PATIENTS AND FRIENDS. LOVE LAURA AND JIMMIE LINDSAY

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