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David Allen Obituary
Born: July 16, 1982
Died: April 1, 2018
David Dean Allen, 35, of Kingston, Illinois, passed away suddenly April 1, 2018, from a car accident
The son of Debra Poe, he was born July 16, 1982, in Sycamore. On August 8, 2008, he met his best friend, Sharon Szabo of Kingston, and began their journey together in marriage on December 11, 2012. For many years, David worked as a Union carpenter for Local 792 in Rockford. He loved spending time in the outdoors, hunting, and fishing. He was one of the greatest fans of Alabama Crimson Tide football. With every victory one could hear him yell, "Roll Tide!" Perhaps he will best be remembered as a hardworking man who deeply loved and provided for his family, as well as his kindness, generosity, sense of humor, and his ability to make people smile.
David was loved and will be missed by his wife, Sharon; children, Dakota Allen, Jessica Harris and Shawn Harris; grandson, Bryson Dean Harris; mother, Debra; brother, Jacob Allen; and nephew, Dominick Allen.
Preceding him in death are his grandparents; and brother, Douglas Wayne Allen.
The funeral service will be held at 6:00 pm Friday, April 6, 2018, at Olson Funeral & Cremation Services, Cooper-Quiram Chapel, 202 E. Main St., Genoa. Visitation will be held prior, from 5:00 to 6:00 pm, at the funeral home.
Arrangements are by Olson Funeral & Cremation Services, Cooper-Quiram Chapel, Genoa. To share a memory or leave a condolence visit olsonfh.com.
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Lou Alsup
April 5, 2018
I am so sorry Deb. I loved both your boys. Such great men. My heart is so sad. I can't be there tomorrow but you will be in my thoughts. Take care...
Buffy & Colt Lancaste
April 5, 2018
I send my deepest condolences to Sharon and her family. May God hold you in the palm of his hand and console you on your time of grief. Amen
TW Willis
April 5, 2018
My heartfelt sympathy goes out to your family at this difficult time. Please find strength and peace in knowing that God understands your grief and that he cares 1 Peter 5:6 & 7
Shelley Loft
April 5, 2018
Dave,
You will be dearly missed throughout the carpentry and nuclear world. You where a very kind man. Very funny and always put a smile on my face. I will miss working with you and your laugh.
Rest in peace My Brother.
Your Union Sister
Aunt Nancy uncle Billy Borges
April 4, 2018
Miss you David Dean. Remember you carrying your cloth diaper as a blanket. You cried when you had to wash it
Christine
April 4, 2018
The loss of your loved one is painful and it will be hard trying to express to others how you really feel. Those who love you understand and will stand by you to help you through this most difficult time. (Proverbs 17:17)
Sarah Allen
April 4, 2018
You also will be dearly missed by your dad Douglas Dean Allen, many aunts, uncles and cousins.
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Olson Funeral and Cremation Services, Cooper-Quiram Chapel - Genoa202 E. Main St., Genoa, IL 60135
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Olson Funeral and Cremation Services, Cooper-Quiram Chapel - Genoa202 E. Main St., Genoa, IL 60135
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