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1945
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2019
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Joseph Allen Obituary
John was a loving husband, father, and granddad who loved spending time with and supporting his nine grandchildren in everything they did. He worked for the Federal Government for 31 years before "retiring" and working at CVS for 17 years. He was an avid history buff who helped set up the Civil War Museum in Frederick as well as giving historical walking tours throughout the city. He enjoyed photography and gardening in his spare time, was a member of the Frederick Post 11 American Legion and was a past president of Frederick National Little League.
In addition to his wife he is survived by his sons; Clyde Finley, Wayne Finley, David Allen and wife Adora and his daughter, Debbie Krieger. Grandchildren; Garrett, Joseph, Jordan, Taylor, Morgan, Travis, Peyton, Tyler, and Carson. Brother, Carl Allen. And other family members and friends. He was preceded in death by his son, Jerry Finley.
A visitation will be held on Tuesday, June 18th from 2-3 PM at Resthaven Funeral Home, 9501 Catoctin Mountain Hwy., Frederick MD where a service will begin at 3 PM. Entombment with Military Honors will follow at Resthaven Memorial Gardens. In lieu of flowers donations can be made in John's name to the Civil War Medicine Museum, PO Box 470, Frederick, MD 21705. To sign the online guestbook and leave condolences go to www.resthaven.us
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nancy dixon
June 21, 2019
Our heart goes out to Audrey and the family. We are so sorry about your loss,
Gary, Sr., Evelyn, Lori and Colin Payne
June 18, 2019
Audrey and Family We are so sorry to hear about Joseph's passing. We have wonderful memories of all of us attending the games at National Little League and cheering our boys on. We pray that God will ease your pain of grief in the coming months by flooding your hearts with beautiful memories. God Bless you all. he Gary Payne, Sr. Family
Jody Adams-Bilas
June 17, 2019
Audrey and family, I am so sorry to hear about your loss. I will always remember John as a kind man who loved and cared for his family. My thoughts and prayers are with you all..
Jody Adams-Bilas
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