Ronald Edward Allen

BILLINGS, Montana - Ronald Edward Allen, a PGA Golf Professional, passed away at the age of 71. He was widely known for his love of golf, his ability to teach the game, and his achievement of five holes-in-one throughout his lifetime. Ron was a multifaceted person who had a challenging mental health journey and sometimes used his big personality as a mask. He married Kathleen Gallagher in 1976, and, together, they had three children and nearly 30 years of marriage. Ron took pride in his work developing the Red Lodge Golf Course. He later became a licensee of Smoker Friendly and opened six stores in town, firmly rooting himself in the Billings community. Ron was a person of deep complexity, finding beauty in those who suffered, and possessing a unique talent for capturing people's attention with his stories. In his honor, his children have started a project for individuals who have experienced mental health struggles, as well as those who love someone who is struggling. To learn more about this project, visit projectmaddad.com. For a full obituary, to leave memories or comments, and to view more photos, please visit www.michelottisawyers.com.