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Willa Dean Allison

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Parklawn-Wood Funeral Home & Memorial Park

2551 North Armistead Ave

Hampton, Virginia

Willa Allison Obituary

CARROLLTON - Willa Dean Allison, age 76, of Carrollton, formerly of Newport News, went to be with her Lord on Thursday, January 30, 2014. She was a lifetime member of Parkview Baptist Church. She was born in Hillsville, VA and later was married to the love of her life, Kenneth R. Allison, Sr. for 55 years with whom she had four children. Dean was the manager of Mallory Apartments in Hampton for many years, serving the apartment community with cheerful diligence and never-ending understanding. She raised her children to have the same determination to find their happiness as she displayed in her life. Dean is survived by her husband, Kenneth R. Allison, Sr.; daughter, Debra D. Bruce (T. Scott) and children Kateland, Jacob, and Luke; son, Kenneth R. Allison, Jr. (Bianca) and children Tre and Monica; daughter, Delena A. Icard (James) and daughter Rachel; daughter, Teresa L. Ross (Joel) and their children, Lauren and Leah; and brother, Swanson Marshall. The family will receive friends from 11AM to 12PM on Tuesday, February 4, 2014 at Parklawn-Wood Funeral Home, with a celebration of Dean's life to begin at 12PM. Interment will follow at Hampton-Veterans Memorial Gardens. Memorial contributions may be made in lieu of flowers to the Carrollton Volunteer Rescue Squad, 15020 Carrollton Blvd., Carrollton, VA 23314. Friends are encouraged to visit www.parklawn-woodfh.com to share memories and words of condolences with the family. Arrangements are under the care of Parklawn-Wood Funeral Home, 2551 N. Armistead Ave. in Hampton, 23666.

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Published by Daily Press from Feb. 2 to Feb. 3, 2014.

Memories and Condolences
for Willa Allison

30 Entries

Linda Rains

February 26, 2014

Kenny and family, I was so saddened to hear of Mrs. Allison's passing. She was a lovely lady and was so kind to me and Fred when we lived at Mallory Apartments back in the day. Fred, of course, held many fond memories of her and your whole family during his lifetime. I will keep you all in my prayers and may God bless each and every one of you.

Sherry Norton Edwards

February 7, 2014

I am so sorry to hear of the passing of your mom. My heart goes out to you. I will keep you all in my prayers.

Glennice Goad Martin

February 7, 2014

Willa Dean and I grew up in the same Carroll County community. I am so sorry to hear of her passing. May you find love, peace and comfort during this difficult time.

E. Padron

February 5, 2014

I am very sorry for your loss. I looked through some of the pictures, and I can tell that she was one of the most loving mothers and grandmothers there are. She had a very warm smile that reminds me of my grandmother who passed away a few years ago. That time was very difficult, as I suspect it is for you all as well, but me and my family were able to take comfort from God's loving promise that "He will swallow up death forever, and the Sovereign Lord Jehovah will wipe away the tears from all faces..." I truly look forward to the time when this will come to be and I hope you all can take comfort from it as well.

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Betty Gallagher

February 4, 2014

Thank you for the pictures that you posted. I graduated high school with Willa Dean and those pictures brought back a lot of good memories. Willa Dean was liked by everyone. Lois Henley Surratt and Walton Quesinberry send their condolences, also. They both went to school with Willa Dean in Sylvatus and Hillsville. The pictures left me thinking that Willa Dean had a very happy and fulfilling life.
Betty Cochran Gallagher HHS 1956

Cathy Gregory Elmore

February 4, 2014

Dear Allison Family,

My prayers and love to each of you during these upcoming days. Willa was such a wonderful person and she will be greatly missed. God's comforting arms of peace to you!

Debra Noonan

February 4, 2014

Teresa,

I was so sorry to hear of the passing of your mother. Please know you and your family will be in my thoughts and prayers at this time and may you find comfort in the days ahead.
Debra Weiss Noonan

Teresa Ross

February 3, 2014

Absent from the body...present with the Lord! I was blessed to have a Mother who dedicated her life to her husband and her children. Her love and devotion and faith taught me so many things. She took us to church and taught us about God and especially Faith. She had a necklace of a mustard seed and she told me if we had faith like a mustard seed that is all you need. I have never forgotten that. She allowed us to make our own decisions and mistakes and always loved us through it all!! I know where you are,and I will see you again someday! Love You Momma!! =)

Karen Wheeler

February 3, 2014

Delena, Kenny and the Allison Family I am sorry to hear that your Mother passed. May you find comfort and peace in the days ahead and hold tight to her Memory.

Janie Turman

February 3, 2014

With my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this difficult time.

Luke

February 3, 2014

She was the only one that I could truly tell how I felt. She brightened up even my darkest days. I will always remember your funny stories that you would tell me over and over again and I would listen like if you were telling it for the first time. I will always remember and you will stay in my heart forever. I know you are in heaven and you are in no more pain. Rest easy Granny I love you and I will see you again someday.

-Luke

Michelle Allison

February 3, 2014

To all my cousins, I'm so sorry for your loss. I have lots of childhood memories at the old house on 76th street, Christmas at each other house,and Mallory pool. She was the only one that ever called me "shelly". All of you are in my thoughts and prayers.

Much Love

Monica Allison

February 3, 2014

A Poem For Granny

She always delighted by singing
Bringing happiness and love
We will never forget her
But we all knew she was as pure as a dove
I know that in above she is there now watching and listening
with God almighty we will never forget the love she brought
She will always be in our heart
That will never break apart

By Monica Allison

February 3, 2014

Teresa, Joel, Lauren and Leah,
We are so sorry for your loss and are praying for you and your family.
Teresa, your Mom raised a wonderful woman. Love you much, Uncle J.D. and Aunt Janet.

Lauren Ross

February 3, 2014

Her laugh was contagious. Her generosity was unparalleled. Her mind was keen and sharp. She was my Granny. The kind of Granny who made sure there was fudge for me at every family gathering. Who never missed singing to me on my birthday. Who gave me back rubs when I got out of the shower when I was little. Who came to all my soccer games, or watched from the car when she was too sick. Who shared the same stories with me ten times, but somehow made them funnier each time. Who reminded me how faithful and true God was and is and will be. Granny was more than a typical grandma. She was a confidante, listener, advice giver, and day brightener. She was a best friend, who made you feel like the most important person in the world when you spent time with her, and made it nearly impossible for you to get yourself to leave. I wish I could have one more conversation with her on Earth, but I know I will see her with angel wings in heaven and share stories with her then.
I love you, Granny.
~Lauren Ross

Debbie Samples-Barnes

February 2, 2014

To the Allison Family my thoughts an prayers are with all of you at this difficult time Mrs Allison was such a very nice Lady an I have very fond memories of her Hugs to all....

Debbie & Butch Scott

February 2, 2014

So sorry for your loss. Praying for Gods perfect peace to be with you all.

Wade & Lisa Wright

February 2, 2014

Debbie, Scott and Family,
We are so sorry to hear about the loss of your Mom. Please know that our thoughts and prayers are with all of you at this time.

February 2, 2014

To the Allison Family,
I am so sorry for the loss of your Mom, Wife she was a great lady, my thoughts and prayers are with you all during this difficult time.
Sherry Campbell Jeffries

Lisa & Terence McCormick

February 2, 2014

Teresa & Joel, you and all your family are in our hearts and prayers. God's blessings on all of you. With much love Lisa & Terence.

February 2, 2014

Ken, Bianca and family,
We are so very sorry to learn of your mothers passing. We share comfort in knowing that your mother is no longer suffering and we send thoughts of sympathy and support to you as you begin your journey without her. Please know that we are thinking of you at this time.
Kirk, Tamara, Bryce, and Brooke Nuckols ----Lynchburg, Va.

Sherrie and Mike Carroll

February 2, 2014

Our thoughts and prayers are with all the family..what a special lady Mrs. Allison was..so sweet and kind..she will be missed ..

Jimmy & Mary Cash

February 2, 2014

Ken and family, I'm so sorry about Dean's passing. I know she is in a place now with no pain and suffering. She will be dearly missed by all. God bless, you are in our prayers.

Andy & Shelly Jones

February 2, 2014

Delena, Kenny and Family,
We will be thinking of you and keep you in our prayers at this time!

Gary and Stella Allison Harris

February 2, 2014

Kenneth and Family, I am so sorry to hear of Willa Dean's passing. I have lots of fond memories of her growing up and especially after Dad passed. All of you are in my thoughts and prayers as I know this is a difficult time. May you have comfort knowing she is now in a glorious place in her new body. Much love to all of you.

Johnny & Cindy Overman

February 2, 2014

So sorry to hear this Delena. Sending prayers to you and your family thru this time.

Kathy Murphy

February 2, 2014

Teresa Joel, Lauren Leah,
I'm so sorry to hear about Mother's passing. My prayers are with you all. God bless each of you during this sad times.

Debbie Letzinger-Sutton

February 1, 2014

Teresa & Family, you are all in my thoughts & prayers as you go through this difficult time. I have so many fond & happy memories of your mom. Always so sweet. I'm sure her wings are breathtaking! She will always watch over you all until you meet again....in heaven...

Vivian & Joyce Turman

February 1, 2014

Sending thoughts of love to you and your family.May the sadness that you are experiencing now be comforted by great memories of a treasured life.

Love & Prayers
Vivian & Joyce Turman

Martha Quesenberry

February 1, 2014

Kenny and Family,So sorry to hear about Willa Dean.I am glad to know that she knew the Lord and is in a better place.I know she will be greatly missed.Will be praying for your family.

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