Charleston, South Carolina
Allen Harley West CHARLESTON - Allen Harley West, 64, of Charleston, SC, passed away on July 9, 2015 at his residence. Allen was born on March 8, 1951, in Gainesville, FL, a son of the late Franklin Griffith West and the late Mary Alice Hackett West. Music was a big part of Allen's life. From the...
Read MoreI remember Allen as one of the first drummers in our neighborhood to be able to play in the style of Dino Danelli of the rascals. Great drummers are born not made. Allen was a great drummer and a gentleman
David Orvin
August 05, 2015 | SC
Allen West was the best drummer THE ALLUSIONS ever had. He made dancing a pleasure because he never missed a beat. He was truly a blessed musician. His tempo was impeccable.
Allen was like a "brother" to me as were all the other musicians in my husband, Gary Ferdon's band.
THE ALLUSIONS were perfect entertainers and the years this band were together were some of the BEST YEARS of my life....yes, I will miss Allen.
GOD bless all his wonderful brothers and their families.
I will be...
Adeline Ferdon
July 19, 2015 | N. Carleston, SC
My condolences to the family. It's been a long time, but I have great memories of Allen and Jay and their parents when they lived in Nashville.
Jim Garrett
July 15, 2015 | Nashville, TN
I am sorry to hear of Allen's passing. He was a kind and gentle soul. My condolences to the family.
Debby Olney
July 14, 2015 | Mt.Pleasant, SC