Flint, Michigan
ALLEN, TERRY F.
Of Swartz Creek
Age 86, died Saturday, June 2, 2012 at his residence. Funeral Service will be held at 11 a.m. Wednesday, June 6, 2012 at St. Mary's Queen of Angels Church, 4413 South Morrish Road, Swartz Creek, Father Dan Kogut and Deacon Rod Amon co-officiating. Burial in Crestwood Cemetery with Navy Military Honors. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the Chicago Shriner's Children's Hospital, The St. Mary's Queen of Angels Church and United Methodist Church of Swartz Creek Food Outreach Center or Young Life of Genesee County. Visitation 6-9 p.m. Monday and 11 a.m.-8 p.m. Tuesday at the Swartz Funeral Home, 1225 West Hill Road. Mr. Allen will be at the church from 10 a.m. Wednesday until the time of the Mass. Mr. Allen was born in Oxley, Missouri on January 11, 1926, the son of Lewis Leander Allen and Ottie Mae (Jackson) Allen, moving to Flint from Kennett, Missouri in 1954 to work on the rebuilding of Beecher High School following the tornado of 1953. He married LuCille Kirby on December 27, 1948 in Piggott, Arkansas. Mr. Allen was a graduate of both Baker College and Spring Arbor College. He served in the U.S. Navy aboard the carrier USS Guadalcanal during World War II that captured the Nazi U-Boat 505, that is now in the Museum of Science and Industry in Chicago, Illinois. He attended First General Baptist Church of Flint. He was a member of Swartz Creek Lodge #458 F.&A.M., the Fenton Shriner's Club, Ancient Accepted Scottish Rite and the Bay City Consistory. He was a private pilot and flight instructor with Skybolt Aviation. He was also a member of the former Fenton Road Businessmen's Association. Along with his wife, Mr. Allen founded Terry Allen Plumbing and Heating Company, Inc. in 1964. Surviving are wife, LuCille; twp children, Timothy and wife Marchelle of Swartz Creek, Sharon and husband Leroy Kitley of Flint Township; five grandchildren, Kelly Kitley, Cindee Kitley-Kunz, Kirk Allen, Khyleigh Allen and Brian Kitley; eight great-grandchildren, Kitleigh, Angelina, Grace, Alyssa, Zack, Bobby, Junior and Amanda; four brothers, Lindel of Montgomery, Alabama, John of Swartz Creek, Gayland of Linden and Donald of Swartz Creek and special friends, Tim Flynn, Helen Patterson, Willis Walker and Roberta Sikes. He was preceded in death by his parents; sisters, Mary Ellen Jonas and Nadine Kirby; brothers, Burrell, Harold, Jesse, Kenneth, George, Earl and Wayman. Your condolences may be shared with the family at
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Tim, I was so sorry to hear of your Dad's passing last night.(June 22) I will always remember him,he use to be a regular patron of the restaurant until recently, as I assumed he wasn't doing well. I'm honored to have known him. Sincerely, Joyce E Snider
Mario's Restaurant
June 23, 2012
My God's warm embrace help during this time. Found memories of the entire Allen family, and how Mr Allen always treated everyone kindly.
Peace To the Allen family at this time.
Kathy Feld
June 12, 2012 | Mundelein, IL
You were always one of the sweetest men I've ever known. Very generous and loving, full of stories. You will be greatly missed, but I know there is no sorrow or sadness in heaven and you are having the time of your life up there...see you again soon Uncle Terry...
Brooke Wormington
June 09, 2012 | Cape Girardeau, MO
I am saddened to learn of the passing of Terry Allen. He was an exceptional and honorable man that will be missed by the community he served so well.
Bill Cockrum
Midnight Burglar Alarm Systems Inc.
Retired
Billy Cockrum
June 09, 2012 | Mount Morris, MI
I met Mr. Allen when I lived in the neighborhood his store is located in. He was a gentleman and loved to visit across the fence. R.I.P. Mr. Allen. It was a pleasure to know you.
Reva Winningham
June 09, 2012 | Las Vegas
Heaven has received one of the most incredible people I ever had the privilege to know. Terry will never be forgotten but surely missed. I will miss you buddy!
Brenda Gordon
June 07, 2012 | Swartz Creek, MI
Mr. Allen was one of the finest...He took care of my mom's and dads plumbing and heating for years very courteous, wonderful gentleman. Would go the extra for my parents who were elderly and sickly.....His passing will be missed...Don Wright
June 06, 2012
So sorry to hear of your loss Timm.
He was a great guy and lived a great life. He is now in a better place
Russ Osborne
June 06, 2012
Timm we are so very sorry for your loss. You and your family are in our prayers.
Love and God Peace be with you.
Katrina & Bernie Towns
June 05, 2012 | Flushing, MI