Allen, Samuel R., Jr. Age 91 of Mequon, Wisconsin passed away on February 9, 2016. Sam was born on October 15, 1924 in Switz City, Indiana. He was preceded in death by his parents, Samuel R. Allen, Sr. and Laura Loos Allen, brother Wilburn and twin sister Lois Jean. Survivors include his wife, A. Lucille Allen, Son Barry and daughter-in-law Linda; grandchildren David and Stacey; five great grandchildren, cousins, nieces and nephews. Sam was a WWII Navy Veteran, having served aboard four ships in the South Pacific. He had a commission in the Air Force Reserve during the Korean War. Sam had degrees from Purdue, Butler and Florida State Universities. He was a life member of the Sertoma Club, Masonic Lodge, Scottish Rite, Shrine Temple, American Legion, and VFW. Sam was retired from Purdue University and the State of Indiana. Sam and Lucille moved to Mequon to be closer to family in 2007 after many wonderful years in Indiana and Arizona. Sam enjoyed his time in Wisconsin, where he could continue his passion for music and love for family and friends. Services to celebrate his special life will be held at the Ozaukee Congregational Church in Grafton, Wisconsin (1142 Lakefield Rd.), on Friday, February 19, 2016 at 10 AM.

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Published by Milwaukee Journal Sentinel on Feb. 12, 2016.

Memories and Condolences
for Samuel Allen

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13 Entries

Jacquelyn Finney

February 25, 2016

Lucille, Barry and Linda,

I am sorry to learn of Sam's death; he always had a great smile and demeanor! I remember him well at the color analysis as well as skin care parties Lucille had! Lucille, I always thought it was so awesome that he called you the Duchess.

Barry, my best to you and your family. I was a service rep. for you in Indy and you gave me the opportunity in a short time to be promoted to service observer.
I now work for IU Health.

Would love to hear how everyone is doing and sending warm thoughts and prayers as your family embraces Sam's zest for life and the wonderful legacy he has left.

Blessings to all,

Jackie (Merrell) Finney

Amy Morrison

February 18, 2016

Lucille, Barry, Linda, David, and Stacey,
Our hearts go out to you during this very difficult time. We will remember Sam as being the spunky man he always was, filled with a passion for life and people. What a character he was! Please know we're thinking of you all and we hope your memories with Sam help ease the pain in your hearts.

David, Amy, Alex and Cade Morrison

Kathleen Whittaker

February 16, 2016

Lucille,
My family lived across the street from you in Indpls,Indiana. Sam and you were always so kind to my family. I just tonight heard from my sister in Indiana that Sam had died. I'm so sorry. My brothers and sister still live in that house on Harmon.Dr.in Indpls.I know my sister plans to write to you soon. My cousin lives in your house now and has raised two boys there. I have lived in WI since 1992. My children grew up in Germantown. My prayers are with you and family. Take care.
Kathy (Ascraft) Whittaker

Luba Kazacoff

February 15, 2016

Dear Lucille, I'm so sad you've lost Sam. He was our favorite Jester at parties and a cruise we took with you. Even though his watchword was I am standing up!!! he stood head and shoulders above us all. I loved the way he called you Duchess nobility of the highest order. I hope you got to take those tap dancing lessons while you were in Sun City. We all envied you when you moved down there.
I've sent an eMail to Becker Ritter asking them to please eMail me your current address. You'll receive a letter from me shortly after receiving it. My deepest sympathy at your loss. He was the best!
Love . . . Luba Kazacoff

February 15, 2016

My family (Guy & Lenora White)thought very highly of the Allens' when they were in Switz City, IN they were all good friends I remember Sam when I was little and he would come and visit super nice person He will be sadly missed!!!!!

February 15, 2016

Lucille and Barry, It is with great sadness learning of Sam's passing. He was a great friend of my parents, Harley and Martha Lou Haskett and also for me. One of my fondest memories of Sam was when I was a college student and Sam visited the city I was in, he took me and two of my football playing friends to dinner and then we proceeded to travel to Nashville, TN and visit Printer's Alley for the evening. Sam being short in stature was a sight to behold as one of my friends was 6'5" and 310 pounds. As we walked into the various establishments Sam asked "Big John" to lead the way.
A great memory of a great man.
Thoughts and prayers are with you.

Gene Haskett
Wilmington, NC

KEISTON HOLLOWAY

February 14, 2016

ON BEHALF OF THE COMRADES AND SISTERS OF THE DEPARTMENT OF INDIANA YOU HAVE OUR DEEPEST CONDOLENCES FOR THE LOSS OF YOUR LOVED ONE AND OUR DEPARTED COMRADE.OUR PRAYERS RAE WITH YOU ALL.SINCERELY VETERANS OF FOREIGN WARS OF THE UNITED STATES DEPARTMENT OF INDIANA STATE CHAPLAIN KEISTON R.HOLLOWAY

February 13, 2016

Im so I'm sorry for your loss hi I hope you I hope you fill better after this scriptures John 28.29

Susan and Dan Due

February 12, 2016

We were so saddened to hear of your loss. Sam was a wonderful person. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

February 12, 2016

I just wanted to let you know that we are truly sorry to hear about the loss of your loved one. The scripture at Ezekiel 18:32 tells about how God really feels about death.

Sharon Justus,Swaby

February 11, 2016

Will miss you very much! Sharon Justus,Swaby, Hubert D. Justus's youngest daughter.

February 11, 2016

Our Thoughts are with you during this time of loss. I have many fond memories
of Sam taking my cousin and I for ice cream swimming . He was a great musician cousin story teller. He also a part of my family legacy. Love to you. Joe Sandra Land and Family

February 11, 2016

Dear Aunt Lucille and All,
My thoughts are very much with you during this time of loss and change. Uncle Sam has always been and will always be my Great Uncle Sam. His stories, and jokes, and opinions, and can-do attitude are a part of what for me is my family legacy. He'll live on in my heart. Much love to you. Amy Allen

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