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Donald Allen Obituary
He was very involved in the oil and petroleum industry and his community. He was a founding Member and Chairman of the National Oil Heat Research Alliance, Petroleum Marketers Association of America Board Member, Chairman and Board Member of the Virginia Petroleum Convenience and Grocery Association, Virginia Oil Man of the Year, Hampton City School Board Vice-Chairman and Board Member, Thomas Nelson Community College Chairman and Board Member, Chairman and Board Member of Monarch Bank, Board Member of TowneBank and member of First United Methodist Church where he was a Sunday School teacher and the Nursery School Director.
Don was preceded in death by his parents, Donald Bascom Allen and Jane Allen. He is survived by his wife of 53 years, Nancy Lawson Allen; his son, Donald B. Allen, III and his wife, Lolita, of Newport News, VA; his daughter, Jane Allen Imperatore and her husband, Brant of McLean, VA; his brother, David H. Allen and his wife, Stephanie of Williamsburg, VA; his 6 grandchildren, Michael, Brittany and Kaitlyn Allen and Amory, Mac and Nate Imperatore; his loyal furry companion, Me-Too and a large extended family.
A Celebration of Don's Life will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Thursday, June 15, 2023 by Rev. Vollers Hanson on the lawn of the Allen's home in Hampton, VA. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to First United Methodist Church, 110 E. Queens St., Hampton, VA 23669 or The Virginia Peninsula Foodbank, 2401 Aluminum Ave., Hampton, VA 23661. Arrangements by Weymouth Funeral Home.
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Connie Archer
June 7, 2025
Don is forever in our hearts. We send prayers and love to Nancy, Donald and Jane and the Allen family. With Love, Connie and Bob Archer
Connie Archer
November 24, 2023
We are heartbroken to tears to read of dear Nancy and Don's family loss. We had always hoped we might get together again after all these years, but we will meet in heaven. with our love, Connie & Bob Archer
Amy
July 13, 2023
Thank you for sharing your experiences of life with me and working with us at Audacy. The love you showed your family is beautiful. I hope you are enjoying all the foods you love. I pray your family is wrapped in that love always.
With much gratitude,
Amy Garland
EA
June 27, 2023
My deepest condolences. May God's Holy Spirit be with the family. I pray that he brings comfort to you all at this difficult time.
Kristen and William Milholen
June 21, 2023
So very sorry to hear this. My brother, Kevin, used to babysit your kids. Many fond memories of you at First Church, Hampton. Love to all.
Caroline Sorokos
June 20, 2023
I am so sorry to hear about Don. Lots of good memories with him coming to The Oasis Restaurant. Always had a smile and a good conversation. Sending prayers of comfort.
Mai Tran
June 15, 2023
I´ve had the privilege of knowing Mr. Donald Allen from working at the Hampton Post Office. For many years I would see Don daily to conduct mail matter and once awhile lately in the bulk mail unit. Our conversations grew longer with time and I am honored to have learned words of wisdom from such a knowledgeable man who was also kind, humble and funny too. The unexpected sad news of his departure is hard on us who knew him at the post office.
Goodbye for now Don. I am sorry we never get around to share a lunch meal together like we planned. May you rest in heaven.
Until our next hello.
Mai Tran
Jim Emmart
June 15, 2023
I was truly surprised and saddened to learn of Don's passing. Don was an early mentor of mine as we shared a love and service to our industry thru the State Association. He will be missed but never forgotten. My heart felt sympathies to Nancy and family.
The McArthurs
June 15, 2023
One of the most professional and kind businessmen we ever dealt with. He will be missed.
John huber
June 14, 2023
Sorry to hear Don passed
He was a friend and mentor to me for many years.
Brian and Susan Kelly
June 14, 2023
So very sorry to hear of Don's passing - he was such a wonderful person. Brian and I send our heartfelt condolences to his family.
Carla Hoffman
June 14, 2023
Nancy, Anne, Donald, and family: I am so sorry to hear this. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. Much love to your family.
Ron Lundy
June 13, 2023
So sorry to hear of Don´s passing. I served on the VPJCMA for many years and was always impressed with his commitment to the heating oil industry. The industry has suffered a great loss with his passing. Our deepest condolences to Nancy and family. Ron Lundy
Ron Lundy
June 13, 2023
So sorry to hear of Don´s passing. Our deepest condolences to Nancy and his family. Ron Lundy
Thomas Huegel
June 13, 2023
Don, you gave me the opurtunity to prove myself after my 10 year U.S.Naval service in 1993, I will never forget that. You were the best post service employer I had. If not for becoming a single father i would still be with you and the Lawson Family. My most sincere condolences.
Thomas J Huegel.
Mark and kim hopkins
June 13, 2023
Nancy and family,
It is with such great sadness to hear about the passing of don. He was a very thoughtful and caring person. I remember those cherry pies my mom would bake just for him. We thought the world of him. May God hold and comfort you during this upmost difficult time and that you find peace.
Mary Beth Lovelace
June 13, 2023
What a shock! I am speechless! I worked for Don and the Lawson family since forever, and a finer family cannot be found! I sincerely love them all. Don was the ultimate leader and had the respect of us all. And gave it as well. Even though I am retired, I still feel that sense of family bestowed on me for being one of the LAWSON LADIES. Thank you, Don, for being such a memorable part of my life. My thoughts and prayers go with your family.
Sarah Wright
June 13, 2023
I have worked for Don for 29 years. He´s smart and he taught me a lot. He always called me Sarah -Lee even though that was not my middle name. I will miss him. My heart goes out to the Family. I´m so sorry.
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