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ALLEN, Ray George Jr. 72, passed away Sunday, July 18, 2010 and is now residing in heaven with those who preceded him in death. Ray was born July 23, 1937 to George and Lela Allen in Cookeville, TN. He was preceded in death by his parents; his father in-law and mother in-law, Noah and Vivian Smith; his sisters, Geraldean Taylor, Margaret Ratliff, and Eileen Ramby; his son, Harold Ray Allen and his wife Zelma R. (Henley) Allen who passed away May 6, 1975, sister-in-law Carolyn Siedenstricker. He leaves memories of his walk on this earth to those who cherished his life. He is survived by his wife, Shirley A. (Smith) Allen; his children; Roger and Julia Allen, Sherry Allen, Mike and Cathy Allen, Timothy Allen; grandchildren; Dale and Cari Heys, Paul and Carol Carlile, Matthew and Lisa Carlile, Elizabeth Tromley, Joseph and Stephanie Allen, Joshua Allen, Jessie Allen, Melissa and Chuck Rhoades, Sarah Allen, Thomas Allen; great-grandchildren, Ashley, Cortney, Robert, David, Kaylin, Austin, Emma, Caitlyn, Brett, Levi, Rayna; daughter in-law, Erin Allen; brother, David and Jan Allen; sister, Jean and Louis Beigle, brothers in-law, John and Theresa Smith, Rickey and Lequetta Smith, Danny Taylor, Gilbert Ratliff; sisters in-law, Patricia Kirkland and Pamela and Carlos Moyer; dear friends Rev. Larry and Doris Thomas, Debbie Allen, along with numerous cousins, nieces and nephews. His favorite things in life were going to church and fishing. He was a dedicated Christian and served in many positions at the church including a board member for 32 years, treasurer and many other positions. A funeral service will be held at 11:00 a.m., Thursday, July 22, 2010 at the Spaulding Road Church of God, 1658 Spaulding Rd. with Pastor Larry Thomas and Pastor Lonnie Mitchell officiating. Interment Woodland Cemetery. The family will receive friends starting at 5:00 p.m. on Wednesday, July 21 at the church. Memorial contributions can be made in memory of Ray to the Spaulding Road Church of God Food Pantry. Condolences can be sent to the family at www.tobiasfuneralhome.com.
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sandi doolin
July 21, 2010
All my love and prayers to the family and friends of Ray. He was once my stepfather and I wish I could have known him better. Sheri and Missy I love you both and I hope you get thru this loss. I know Ray is in a better place, he is loved and will be missed, but everyone will see him again in GOD's heaven.
Sandi & the Doolin family
Emma Tromley&Her great-grandpa!! She will never forget...I'll be sure she knows what a great man her great grandpa was!
Elizabeth Tromley
July 20, 2010
Elizabeth Tromley
July 20, 2010
Grandpa,
U are greatly going to be missed!! U were an amaing grandpa,great-grandpa, and most of all father!! I already miss seeing u at the end of the table smiling at everyone and always being first in line at cookouts lol!! I could go on for days about all the things I miss...but I know that ur no longer in pain, and ur with all of our other loved ones that have passed! I love u SO much and will never forget u!!
Elaine Phillips
July 20, 2010
To the Allen famliy,
Ray has made it.He will be missed.He was my buddy,He was the candy man til he got sugar.I know it will be hard for u all,but remember we can see him again 1 day.I lost my Dad in Sept.2009 but it seems like yesterday.U will miss him but Jesus can help U & comfort U.If U let him.Look up so ur Dad can see your smiles.
Tammy Richardson
July 20, 2010
"Ray Ray", I will miss your smiling face. I feel very blessed that I was able to come to know you and your wonderful family. I'm sure that Eileen will have you marching in heaven! God bless you and your family.
Tammy Richardson
July 20, 2010
"Ray Ray", I will miss your smiling face. I feel very blessed that I was able to come to know you and your wonderful family. I'm sure that Eileen will have you marching in heaven! God bless you and your family.
Aimee Allen
July 20, 2010
Grandpa Ray was an amazing man..We will miss him soo much. He could light up a room with his laugh. To all the Allen's we love you..
Aimee & Brett
July 20, 2010
Ray was the first to greet us when we moved in across the street. We have always been impressed with the closeness of his family. God bless you Ray, God bless your family. Paul@Phyllis Stonecipher
Marisa Ferguson
July 20, 2010
Bro Ray, You will be greatly missed. We know you are in a better place free from the pain. You and my dad are probably up there shouting & praising God together with all of our loved ones. We will miss you! Love Shawn & Marisa
Debi Slusser
July 20, 2010
I use to work with Ray at Penn Garden Apartments. We use to call him "Ray Daddy". He was always looking out for everyone else and had a heart of gold. He was very much loved and will be greatly missed by all that knew him. My prayers go out to the family.
Lisa
July 20, 2010
Grandpa Ray, We sure are going to miss you so much. Walked in church last night and was looking at the back seat and was wishing you were still with us. We all know you are in a better place and you would not come back to this world for anyone. Don't need a walker,don't have to worry about any problems no more. You have it made. I love you and you will greatly be missed.
Ceira Moyers
July 20, 2010
We will miss you uncle Ray. Love you very much!
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