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Fred and Kathy Allen Obituary
Fred was born in San Angelo, Texas, to Fred and Rulene Foster Allen (Smith). Kathy was born in Delta, Colo. to Edwin and Margaret Doyle McMurray.
They both graduated from Robertson High School in Las Vegas, N.M., Fred with the Class of '60 and Kathy with the Class of '64. Fred received a Bachelor's in Agricultural Science from New Mexico State University and Kathy received a Master's in English from New Mexico Highlands University. Fred was a Vietnam Veteran, serving in the U.S. Army from 1965 to 1967.
Fred and Kathy were married in Las Vegas, N.M.. on Dec. 10, 1967. Fred was a rancher, while Kathy was a homemaker and English teacher.
They were members of First United Methodist Church of Las Vegas, N.M. and Rociada Baptist Church in Rociada, N.M. Kathy was an active member of P.E.O. Sisterhood Chapter H and former member of P.E.O Sisterhood Chapter AC, both of Las Vegas, N.M.
Fred and Kathy loved to travel and entertain friends and family. Ranching was their lives, and Fred enjoyed helping neighbors with ranching and branding. He loved to be outside riding horses and roping.
Kathy enjoyed designing handmade cards, crocheting and knitting baby blankets, and loved volunteering with the church. She loved to sing and shared her talent with residents at nursing homes. Above all, they loved each other, their family, and their friends, all of whom were a big part of their lives.
Fred and Kathy were preceded in death by their parents and a daughter, Shawna Michelle. Also preceding them in death was Fred's brother, Ronnie Allen, and Kathy's brother-in-law, Roger Spurlock.
Survivors include their son, Mark Shawn Allen of Canyon; daughter, Marlene Allen McConlogue (Scott) of Chandler, Ariz.; two grandsons; Kathy's sisters, Macky Spurlock of Decatur, Ill., Rita Hightower (Dennis "Moe") of Verona, Missouri, and Aleta Mallette (Russ) of Las Vegas, N.M.; and numerous, nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends.
In lieu of flowers donations can be made to Robertson High School classes of 1960 and 1964 scholarship fund for Robertson students send to: New Mexico Highlands University Foundation P.O 9000 Las Vegas, NM 87701.
Public visitation on Wednesday, Feb. 26, 2020, all day at the Rogers Mortuary Chapel. Funeral Services will be held Thursday, Feb. 27, 2020 at 11 a.m. at the First United Methodist Church in Las Vegas, N.M., with Pastor Owen Young officiating. Committal Services are scheduled for Monday, March 2, 2020, at 9:45 a.m. at the Santa Fe National Cemetery in Santa Fe, N.M.
Funeral services for Freddie and Kathy have been entrusted to the Rogers Mortuary, 600 Raynolds Ave. Las Vegas, NM 87701 (505) 425-3511 www.rogersmortuarynm.com
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for Fred and Kathy Allen
Kay Thomas
March 6, 2020
Sorry to hear about the passing of Fred and Kathy, Fred and I were classmates at Robertson High school. He was a such a nice young man.
Debra Gage
February 28, 2020
My most heartfelt condolences to Marlene and Marc and all your family and friends. I love you and will miss you Kathy and Fred. Love, Hugs and Prayers to you.
Joanna Goetsch Self
February 27, 2020
For Mark and Marlene in honor of their parents, long time friends of the Goetsch family. May their memories last forever in our hearts.
Joanna Goetsch Self
February 27, 2020
Mark and Marlene It's Joanna I'm so sorry to hear about your mom and dad. Thoughts and prayers are sent for you both. You may or may not remember me from our childhood. I'm Joe Goetsch's daughter. If there is anything we can do we live in Clovis, NM. Look me up on FB.
Ann and Pat Patrick
February 26, 2020
Our special prayers and thoughts are with the family. We are so privileged to have had so many wonderful times with Kathy and Fred during our years in Pendaries and Las Vegas.
With deepest sympathy,
Ann and Pat Patrick
Juanita Valencia
February 26, 2020
I Am So Sorry To Hear About Your Loss My Prayers Are With The Family.
February 26, 2020
My heartfelt condolences go out to Marlene, Mark, and extended family and friends. May you find peace love, and solace during this difficult transition.
With love,
Charles Martinez
Sara Stone
February 26, 2020
So very sorry to hear..my prayers are with the family. You're in my thoughts Mark ❤
louie trujillo
February 25, 2020
What a tragic loss. I am sad to hear the news of Fred and Kathy passing. May God comfort their families at this time and always.
Con Respeto,
Louie Trujillo
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