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David Allen Obituary
David R. Allen
of Binghamton
David R. Allen, 69, of Binghamton, died Monday morning, November 26, 2007, at his home surrounded by his loving family. Dave was born September 25, 1938, the son of the late Clarence and Stephanie Allen. He was also predeceased by a brother, James Allen; and a brother-in-law, Stanley Koloski. Dave is survived by his wife of 48 years, Pat Allen; his children, Tina and Ed Birchard, Deborah and David Gaige, Pamela Allen and companion, Eric Kollar; his grandchildren, Nikole Klein and companion, Chuck Hamilton, Kevin Klein; his great-grandchildren, Alexandria, Caleb, and Alyssa; his brothers and sisters, Janet Porter, Rita and Bob Snyder, Doris Koloski, Gary and Beverly Allen, Paul and Julie Allen, Marcia and Carl Huff, Gladys and Dave Vicks, Norma Cole, Mark and Theresa Allen; many aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces, nephews, and many, many close friends. Special love and thanks from the family goes out to his good friend, Joseph Kika and his brother, Paul, for all their helpfulness, support, and love. Dave was an Operating Engineer (heavy equipment operator) for 48 years for various construction companies. He was a member of Operating Engineers Local 106. He was a hard working and dedicated man to his family, employers, and friends. He was honorably discharged from the U.S. Army National Guard.
Funeral services will be held at the J.A. McCormack Sons Funeral Home, 141 Main Street, Binghamton, Friday at 12 Noon. Pastor Brent Kenny, Pastor of the Park Terrace Baptist Church, will officiate. Burial will be in Chenango Valley Cemetery, Hillcrest at the convenience of the family. The family will receive friends at the McCormack Funeral Home, Thursday from 4-7 p.m. In lieu of flowers, expressions of sympathy in memory of Dave may be made to the Humane Society, 3 Jackson St., Binghamton, N.Y. 13903.
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Memories and Condolences
for David Allen
Allen Allen
June 19, 2018
My brother,my best freind and mentor.miss you big brother everyday.love you...fondley yours
Janelle Cole
December 23, 2007
My Dear Uncle Dave, you know I asked you to walk me down the aisle and I do believe when that time comes, you still will do that special favor for me. I watch Daisy looking off in the distance her eyes moving from side to side smiling for no apparent reason and truly believe she has caught that sweet twinkle in your eye as you stand with all our family members she will someday have the opportunity to meet.
Beth Stanton-Gillette
December 9, 2007
My deepest sympathy is extended to the entire Allen family. David will be truly missed. May God Bless all of you.
Donald B. Rogers Sr
December 3, 2007
I'm saddened to hear of dave's passing, Dave, @ the age of 58, i thank you for all those leasons in constructions you gave me. God Bless You. (Your place in this life was to teach, & love your fellow man) I thank all dave's family..And wish you all good health and pure love. again, God Bless You All.
Dick, Evelyn, & Betty Lynn Courtright
December 2, 2007
Dear Allen Family:
Our thoughts and prayers are with and for you.
We pray that the God of All Comfort, our Lord Jesus, will be with you at this time.
"The LORD bless and keep thee:
The LORD make his face shine upon thee and be gracious unto thee:
The LORD lift up his countenance upon thee, and give thee peace."
NUNBERS 6:24-26
Love,
Dick, Evelyn, and Betty Lynn
Courtright.
SHEILA DAVIS ZUFELT
December 2, 2007
DEBBIE AND FAMILY,
I AM SO VERY SORRY TO HEAR ABOUT YOUR FATHER. I WAS ONLINE AND LUANN (SHIDAGIS)TOLD ME. HE IS NOW AT PEACE AND NOT SUFFERING ANYMORE. I HAD NO CLUE HE WAS SICK. I HAD READ THE GUEST BOOK AND SO MANY NICE THINGS WERE SAID ABOUT HIM. I SURELY CAN REMEMBER HIM WORKING ON THOSE CARS IN THE DRIVEWAY THAT WAS ON MOORE AVE. I HAD LOST MY MOM 17 YEARS AGO SO I KNOW HOW IT FEELS TO LOOSE A PARENT. I THINK OF HER EVERY DAY. WITHIN TIME, THE PAIN WILL EASE, BUT YOU WILL NEVER FORGET THE LOVE THAT WAS THERE. I ALSO VERY MUCH BELIEVE THAT EVEN THOUGH THE BODY IS NO LONGER IN SIGHT, HIS SPIRIT WILL ALWAYS BE WITH YOU. HE IS WATCHING OVER ALL OF YOU. I WILL KEEP YOU ALL IN MY PRAYERS. GOD BE WITH YOU AND YOURS
I LIVED AT (13 SHELDON ST)
Lisa Allen
November 30, 2007
I was so proud last night to be Uncle David's niece as I watched SO MANY people wait patiently to pay their resepcts, express their love, and to share their memories. I feel so blessed to be a part of such a large, loving, and FUN family. It was a beautiful sight to see all of the brothers and sisters standing side by side last night. I am sure you made your brother proud. The funeral today was a touching and fitting tribute to a wonderful man. It is just like our family to laugh and cry at the same time! Laughter has always been a big part of our family and who we are. Thank you ALL for that legacy! Especially Uncle David. He never failed to made me laugh. I think I will always see him sitting on a stool at the donut shop when I walk in, with a big warm smile on his face and that twinkle in his eyes. I love you Uncle David and I will miss you. Thank you for all of the happy memories and for being such a wonderful uncle.
Justin Allen Rosenkrans
November 30, 2007
"Uncle David was really fun. He built lots of cars. He was really nice. I loved him very much."
Spike Cole
November 30, 2007
We laughed together, cried together and just didn't quite understand and this was just trying to complete one of the many puzzles that were almost impossible for us to do. I will always miss you and will never forget your infectious smile and laugh. Thank you for teaching me how to work hard right along side of you like the son you never had.
Cindy Porter
November 30, 2007
Aunt Patty, Pamela, Debbie & Tina, I am so sorry to hear about Uncle David, he will be greatly missed. Uncle David touched many hearts and mine was one of them. I am sorry that we live so far away and have not been able to spend much time together. I have my memories to always hold onto. Uncle David, Uncle Jimmy, Grandpa and Grandma are all together once again. Cindy (Porter)and Morgan
Amy Vymislicky (Vicks)
November 30, 2007
Uncle Dave,
So many memories of family get togethers and overnighters at your house as a young girl. You always knew how to make everyone laugh in your gruff way. I have a picture in my mind of you and your brothers on your back porch laughing and giving the nieces and nephews a hard time everytime they came in and out of the house.
I know you are in heaven now with no sickness! You will be forever an angel looking over your family, just as you did here on earth. My heart goes out to you, Aunt Patty and Tina, Debbie and Pam. I could not even imagine what you are going through now. Just have some comfort in knowing that your husband/father is now walking with the Lord and he is suffering no more. I will be praying for all of you through this difficult time.
Love Amy
PHILIP GIBBS
November 30, 2007
Pat and entire Allen family I am so sorry to hear about Dave, although
it's been some 25 years,I still remember you and Dave welcoming me
into the Koloski and Allen family
please except my sincere condolences
Jakes father Philip
SUSAN POST
November 30, 2007
I AM TRULY SORRY FOR YOU PAT AND THE WHOLE FAMILY.I WAS PRAYING FOR A MIRACLE.I KNOW THE LOSS YOU ARE ALL FEELING.I FELT THE SAME BATTLE. MY HUSBAND DIED 4 YEARS AGO FIGHTING ALL THE WAY WITH CANCER AND PRAYING FOR A MIRACLE.WILL MISS JOKING WITH HIM AT THE BANK
Bob & JoAnn Rosenkrans
November 30, 2007
Our thoughts are with you all. May all the good memories comfort you. With sympathy,
Paul and Todd Williams
November 30, 2007
To Pam and Family-We are both so sorry to hear of your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. If you need anything or just need someone to talk to please do not hesitate to call.
Jared Allen
November 29, 2007
My uncle David was and still is one of the most dearest,sweetest,warm hearted and compassionate men a person could meet...and definetly one of the best uncles a nephew could ever wish for.I still wish to this day I took him up on the many offers he gave me growing up to "Ok Jared, pack your bags and get in the truck, your going home with me".His big smile will always be in my heart and smiling down on us all.I will miss the many times to cayuga lake with the boat, but the ice cream there and back with him was even better,thank god for Friendly's !All my love to aunt Pat and family.I know he will be watching down on all of us. I love you forever and always Uncle David !
Barb (Courtright) Reed
November 29, 2007
My prayers and thoughts are will you all.
Nurse Kent
November 29, 2007
Pat,Tina,Debbie and Pam, thank you for letting me be part of your family this summer. I am so glad I got to know and care for Dave. He was one of a kind and I will truly miss him. How blessed you all are to have such a big loving and caring family. Hopefully I will be part of your lives next summer and our bond will be even closer.
Paul Impero
November 29, 2007
Patty, You are surrounded by a loving and caring family and friends and I am one of them even though I live a distance away. May God bless you and all the family in your time of sorrow.
November 29, 2007
David was like a second Dad to me. I will miss him, cherish the memories and will always remember how good he was to me.
"Thelma" (Patti)
Renee and Gary Kenney
November 29, 2007
Pam and family,
We are so sorry for your loss. Gary and I will always remember the fond times spent with your family on the Lake and the big grin your dad always had when motoring everyone around. Please accept our deepest sympathies.
Andrea Macan
November 29, 2007
Our throughts and prayers go out Our family especially Aunt Patty, Debi, Tina & Pam.If you need anything please feel free to ask.
Sometime life isn't fair but god does strange things for reasons that no one knows only him. We know that Uncle David is in Heaven with Grandma, Grandpa, Uncle Jimmy, and Uncle Stanley. He is an Angel now looking over his huge family. Uncle David was an awesome uncle, and he will be deeply missed by all.
Gene, Andrea, & Tyler
Mark Allen
November 28, 2007
To Aunt Pat, Tina, Debbie, and Pam,
I am so sorry about Uncle Dave. I will truly miss him dearly and I am proud to say he was one of my favorite uncles, if not one of my favorite people in my life. I will never forget the times we shared learning about cars and just life in general in the garage. He meant a lot to me as well as mom and dad and he will be truly missed. I am sorry I cant be there, but I am glad that I got to see him before his passing. I miss you all and my thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Steve & Becky Porter
November 28, 2007
This picture is how I remembered Uncle Dave. I shared that picture and all of my memories with my wife who didn't get the chance to meet him. What a man and a father. I know Uncle Dave and Uncle Jimmy are up there with there heads under the hood of something. He will be missed. He will be remembered as you share your stories and memories of how he lived his life. To Aunt Patty, Tina, Debby, Pamela and all of the Allen family and friends, our thoughts and prayers are with all of you.
Love,
Steve and Becky Porter
P.S.
These words touched our heart when Becky's mother passed from cancer in 2006. We would like to share it with you.
Come to Me
God saw you were getting tired
And a cure was not to be
So He put his arms around you
And whispered "Come to Me"
With tearful eyes we watched you
And saw you pass away.
Although we loved you dearly,
We could not make you stay.
A golden heart stopped beating,
Hardworking hands at rest.
God broke our hearts to prove to us
He only takes the best.
We will miss you Uncle Dave.
Monica and Joe
November 28, 2007
Pam,
Joe and I are so sorry for the loss of your Dad. Keep the good memories close to your heart. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Love, Joe and Monica
Lawrence Frederick
November 28, 2007
I am sorry to hear this news about David. He was a sharp, young man when I worked with him for the Town of Binghamton highway dept. That was many years ago but have thought of him often. May God comfort you during this time. Larry Frederick
Jennifer Balchikonis
November 28, 2007
Pam, remember he is always there and looking after you.
Melody Harford
November 28, 2007
To all of you in my "second family". My love and prayers are with you all.....May we all get comfort in knowing there will be no more suffering for Dave, but may there be a happy reunion with a brother waiting for another to reunite with!!!! I love you all....Melody
Cori Gillette
November 28, 2007
My condolences to the Allen family. My heart goes out to you; my thoughts and prayers are with you in this time of grief.
Kevin Klein
November 28, 2007
The passing of my grandfather was not an easy thing to stomach but I know he is in a better place. He was a loving caring man who was always there for me. I spent a lot of time with him as a child and will always cheerish those memories. In Calebs eyes grandpa will always be remembered as great grandpa with the big garage. We will love and miss him but will never forget him.
Kathy Coffey
November 28, 2007
Pam & Family,
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well-lived.
Lora Nanni Allen
November 28, 2007
Dear Pat, Tina, Debby, Pam and family,
So many memories and all of them good. The picture is the Dave I remember with the big smile. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you. Love, Lora, Leah and Chris
Bobbie Schwob(Hugaboom)
November 28, 2007
I am so sorry for your loss. My deepest sympathy to the entire Allen family.
Daivd & Carol Bendick
November 28, 2007
From all of the Bendick families; we would like to give our sympathy to all of David families & relatives !!! He & Pat.; were so GREAT to George & Helen Bendick; throughout their living at their appartment downstairs. They both were so good to Dad & Mom; that we will always cheerish their help & understanding to our parents !!! Gary was always a great guy and they both ALWAYS took care of their home surroundings; and also took care of elder people; like Dad & Mom. He will always be in our thoughts; and NEVER forgotten !May God watch over him always !!!
Colleen Sullivan O'Neil
November 28, 2007
I'm so so sorry...my sincere condolences to all. Take good care.
Joyce Brooks
November 28, 2007
I was very sorry to hear of David's passing.I've known David for most of my life. We grew up on Park Terrace Heights. We spent a lot of time at the Allen's house when we were kids. May he rest in peace, free from pain. my deepest sympathy to all his family.
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