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Mr. Roy Edward Allen, Sr., age 94, of Atlanta, passed away on Thursday, September 9, 2021, at a local hospital.
Mr. Allen was born in Jones County, Georgia on July 4, 1927, son of the late Robert Allen and the late Ella Lou Wilson Allen. He was a member of Snellville First Baptist Church. He served his country in the United States Army. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife of 56 years, Kathryn Irene Brock Allen, by 5 brothers, by 1 sister, and by his stepfather, Joe Didrick, Sr.
Mr. Allen is survived by his children, Roy Allen, Jr. (Susan), Debra Crosby, Robert Allen, and Randall Allen; his 4 grandchildren and 5 great grandchildren; a brother, Richard Didrick (Melba); numerous nieces and nephews.
A graveside service will be held on Monday, September 13, 2021, at 2:00 PM at East View Cemetery with the Rev. Steve Glosson officiating. The American Legion Post #5 Honor Guard will present military honors.
The family will receive friends on Monday, September 13, 2021, at Henderson & Sons Funeral Home, Oaknoll Chapel, from 12:00 pm until 1:30 PM.
Henderson & Sons Funeral Home, Oaknoll Chapel, Rome, GA has charge of the arrangements.
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Teresa Allen
September 13, 2021
I Love You Uncle Ed
Enjoy your wings ❤
Denise Whatley
September 11, 2021
My thoughts and prayers are with you all. I pray for you to have peace and comfort at this time.
Robert and Sabrina Smith
September 11, 2021
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.
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