Spc. Ronald D. Allen

Spc. Ronald D. Allen

Ronald D. Allen Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Jan. 28, 2005.
Spc. Ronald D. Allen Jr. was a young man of exuberant tastes _ maybe a little too exuberant at times. But that was far outweighed by the depth of his friendships. "He played his music too loud," said Spc. Travis Rollins, " (but) to us he was a friend. I don''t trust many people, but I knew I could count on Allen." Allen, 22, of Mitchell, Ind., was killed Aug. 25 in a traffic accident in northern Iraq. He had jumped out of his Humvee to repair a flat tire, and was fatally injured when another vehicle spun out. Family members say Allen was so eager to join the military he enlisted during his junior year of high school, and hoped to eventually become a state trooper. "It doesn''t surprise me that he was the first to get out of that truck and fix the tire," said Capt. Jessica Murnock, Allen''s commander. "He was a quiet soldier but he was a hard worker."

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August 24, 2020

Nathan Harrison posted to the memorial.

May 25, 2014

Pat Shoukry posted to the memorial.

September 22, 2013

Sabra posted to the memorial.

Nathan Harrison

August 24, 2020

Ronnie,

I was just at your grave earlier this month on the one year anniversary of mom dying. I can’t believe it’s been 18 years since you died when I can remember it as if it was yesterday. I don’t know why but this year it’s hitting me worse than it has in the past. This December it’s coming up on the fifth anniversary of Jennifer dying in front of me even though I did cpr like I had dozens of times before but my wife and mother of our three daughters didn’t make it. Some days are better than others but now with mom gone I feel so alone. I miss talking to you, Dad, Mom, and Jennifer. I would usually spend the day with mom on the anniversary of you passing away. I’ve done that for years since 08 when dad died. Last year I was just too numb after mom died in my house this year I honestly don’t know what to do. I miss you brother I miss all of you. I know that you are in a better place and I hope that you will tell the rest of our family that I love and miss you all. Rest In Peace brother until we meet again.

Love Always,
Nathan

Pat Shoukry

May 25, 2014

Ronnie,

I come here this Memorial Day to honor your sacrifice. All the festivities associated with this holiday seem so trivial when compared to the ultimate sacrifice you made in the service of the Land that I Love.

You are sorely missed and will never be forgotten.

Much gratitude and respect,
Pat

Sabra

September 22, 2013

To the family of Ronald...I didn't know your Ronald in life but have been wearing a memory bracelet for him for the last 8 years.He is with me every day. Many ask about him and I tell them he is with his maker. I have a son who is 100% disabled from these wars but I still have him. God bless.

Kathy Cody

September 9, 2013

If I should die
and my name is remembered
by loved ones
then I was blessed....

If I should die
and my name is remembered
by friends
Then I was worthy....

If I should die
and my name is remembered by strangers
Then I am blessed
and I am worthy
and I shall never die....

God grant you eternal peace...

Kathy Cody

Peggy Childers

August 25, 2013

To the family and friends of Spc. Ronald D. Allen:
Always remembering Ronald. "Some gave all."

April 19, 2012

Not forgotten. Our family thanks him for his sacrifice.

Julio Rodriguez

August 30, 2011

To the families of our American Heroes,

I want to thank each of you for your personal sacrifices on behalf of my family and America.
May God comfort your souls and bring peace in your hearts that your loss is not in vain.
God Bless our valiant warriors families in the ages to come.

RIP courageous ones!
Psalm 25:20

Peggy Childers

August 25, 2011

To the family and friends of Spc. Ronald D. Allen:
Please accept my remembrance of Ronald on the anniversary of his passing and know that he will never be forgotten.

L Greene

July 10, 2011

I am so sorry for your loss. May SPC. RONALD D. ALLEN rest in peace and you find comfort in knowing that he is.My thoughts and prayers are with RONALD and your family. Thank You Soldier.~GOD Bless~ RONALD you are not forgotten.

Elizabeth Raab

January 15, 2011

Your legacy will forever live on in the hearts of those who knew you and shared in your struggle to protect our country and the ultimate sacrifice you gave so that we can be grateful for what we have. Your family, friends, loved ones and fellow soldiers will stay in my thoughts and prayers.
A Proud Military Mom.

Peggy Childers

August 25, 2010

To the family and friends of Spc. Ronald D. Allen:
Remembering Ronald on the anniversary of his passing. May our fallen heroes never be forgotten!
Peggy Childers
"Don't Let The Memory Of Them Drift Away"
www.IraqWarHeroes.org

From the frontlines of the Homefront, we are with you in spirit.

Pat Shoukry

May 25, 2009

Thank you Ronnie for defending my Freedoms. It is because of great American patriots such as you that Americans continue to board airplanes with confidence and the people of this city can live without fear.

You will always be remembered with love and great pride by the grateful nation you served to protect.

Rest in peace.

Pat Shoukry - NYC (6 miles from "Ground Zero")

Nicole Mahoney

August 25, 2008

To the Family and Friends of Spc. Allen:

My thoughts and prayers go out to you on this the 5th anniversery . My husband was just recently stationed at Ft. Carson, and also to the 43rd ASG, now the STB. I will never forget your sacrafice, and the sacrafice of the many other soldiers before and after. May god bless those left behind, and may you never be forgotten.

Forever in my heart,
An Army wife for life

In Memory of Ronald ~ (Debra Estep)

August 25, 2008

Holding you all in my thoughts and prayers.


The Wind on The Downs

“I like to think of you as brown and tall,
As strong and living as you used to be,
In khaki tunic, Sam Brown belt and all,
And standing there and laughing down at me.
Because they tell me, dear, that you are dead,
Because I can no longer see your face,
You have not died, it is not true, instead
You seek adventure in some other place.
That you are round about me, I believe;
I hear you laughing as you used to do,
Yet loving all the things I think of you;
And knowing you are happy, should I grieve?
You follow and are watchful where I go.”

(Written by Marian Allen during World War l )

Two lines that I wish you to keep near your heart…….

“You seek adventure in some other place.
That you are round about me, I believe”


I did not know Ronald, but I am remembering
his service. He is my hero. !

~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~

The Other Side

i'm over on the other side
where life and death softly divide.
left my skin and bones behind
now i'm over on the other side.

can you feel me there with you?
my breath is gone but i'm not through.
loved you then and i still do
from over on the other side.

i can fly. really fly.
below the earth ... all through the sky.
tell em all i did not die.
i'm just over on the other side.

it's good here on the other side.
the sweetest songs...the bluest skies.
thank you for the tears you cried
but it's good here on the other side.

i can fly. really fly. below the earth...all through the sky.
tell em all i did not die.
i'm just over on the other side

the world is smaller than a needle's eye.
where life and death softly divide.
when you leave your skin and bones behind
i'll be waiting on the other side.

i can fly. really fly. below the earth ... all through the sky.
go tell em all i did not die.
i'm just over on the other side.

Song lyrics by Don Conoscenti
C Desert Muse/SESAC
www.donconoscenti.com
(Used with permission)

“I hope it brings great comfort to any and all.
Peace on you. DonCon” 4-2008


The Other Side –
(To hear the song)
http://tinyurl.com/3o8gol



Sincerely,

Deb Estep ~ Ohio
Proud Air Force Mom SSgt Vince – Lackland AFB
Proud Air Force MIL SrA Dana – Randolph AFB

Remembering The Fallen – Blog
http://tinyurl.com/3z8p55

Angel and soldier drawing I have shared here.
http://tinyurl.com/6gey8b

Peggy Childers

August 6, 2008

To the family of Spc. Ronald D. Allen:
Ronald gave the ultimate sacrifice and will be held in the hearts of Americans forever. I cannot and will not let our fallen heroes be forgotten. My deepest sympathy to you. "Some gave all."
Peggy Childers
"Don't Let The Memory Of Them Drift Away"
www.IraqWarHeroes.org

Becky Coy

June 30, 2008

Our thoughts and prayers are with you and we thank god everyday for brave men & women like your soldier for defending our country. We are building a wall in honor of all those who have lost their lives in Iraq & Afghanistan. It's called Wall of Heroes. If you would like more information please contact me at [email protected].

Kim Straker

June 30, 2008

So many names have been added to this memorial site since you died Spc. Allen, and like you, every one was cherished by those they left behind. Today I take time to thank your family for the sacrifices they've made, and to honor your service.

The Buck family

May 2, 2008

To the family and friends of Spc. Ronald D. Allen, our thoughts and prayers are with you in your loss. What he has done for our freedom will not be forgotten. May God comfort and bless your family.

October 3, 2007

To a hero:
THANK YOU so much for all that you have done. You were truly a angel on earth.My sympanthy to the whole family. And thank you for allowing us to contiune to have this freedom that we get to enjoy each and every day. For every fallen soldier there is a star in the heavens and I will countiune to bow my head and pray.
R.I.P Angel

July 31, 2007

If this person can stand in battle to ensure my freedom, then I will stand in grief with his/her family to honor him/her. For every fallen HERO there is a bright star that shines in the evening sky to remind us of the cherished gift we were given – even if for too short a time.
My heart breaks again as I sign yet another guest book of another courageous young soldier who gave their life so selflessly. I wish I never found myself in a position to have to sign another guest book for the rest of my life, but I promised LE RON A. WILSON (a dear friend KIA 7/6/07, 18yrs old) that neither he nor any like him would be forgotten and so I will continue until the day there is no longer the need.

PROUD MOTHER OF A U.S. SOLDIER
Althea Barrett(Queens, NY)

Karen Hickman

January 14, 2007

I am so sorry for the loss of Spc. Ronald D. Allen. If there are any brothers or sisters, please contact me. I am the Founder of Gold Star Siblings, Inc

God Bless.

Tom Gugliuzza-Smith

January 8, 2007

My heartfelt sympathy to the Allen family in the loss of Ronald. I did not know Ronald, but my heart is broken and I am saddened for your loss of such a fine young person and hero. May God bring you peace in your heart as you reflect on all the wonderful memories you hold so close. Please know that you are in my heart and prayers. Ronald it has been over three years since you were taken. Know that you are my hero and you will NEVER be forgotten.
I send each of you a hug from the most inner part of my heart.
Love and Peace
Tom

To live in the hearts
of those you leave behind
is never to die"
~Robert Orr~

Shirley & Joseph Siravo

October 21, 2006

The loss of someone so close is difficult to bear. Please know that we share your grief, and our prayers are with you. THANK YOU for serving our country, YOU WILL NEVER BE FORGOTTEN!

Garnet Jenkins

August 25, 2006

Remembering Spc. Ronald D. Allen with a Multitude of Thanks for his Service and Dedication to our Country and our Freedom.

May he rest well in God's Loving Care and know that he will NEVER BE FORGOTTEN.

May God's Grace and comfort, continue to be with the Allen

family.

From the sister of a Fallen young hero, who made the Ultimate Sacrifice in Vietnam. KIA~1967.



"To live in the hearts of those you leave behind is never to die"

~Robert Orr~

shana cupo forest glen middle

March 21, 2006

im sorry for your lost. hes in a better place now.without him my freedom wouldnt be the same.

shana

Pablo Falcon Jr

March 9, 2006

I just wanted to say how terribly saddened and sorry I am for the loss of SPC Allen. I was SSG Falcon, SPC Allen's platoon sergeant and I was there on that incredibly horrendous day. Images of that day are forever etched in my mind and dreams. SPC Allen was a great young man and we will all miss him.

Mechelle Weyer

July 5, 2005

I want to say first of all how proud of this young man and I'm so very sorry for his families loss. I want the family to know that I am very proud of each and every person who fights for our rights here and gives us the freedom to live like we live. I have a brother right now serving in Kwait and I worry each and every day for him and everyone over there. I want to say that you have a very special place in my heart and thank you very much.

ROBERT MAUGHAN

March 3, 2005

TO SPC. ALLEN FAMILY MY SYMPATHY. HE WAS ONE OF AMERICAS BEST.

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