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Allen Dozier
1954 - 2017
Allen Dozier
1954 - 2017
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BORN
1954
DIED
2017
Allen Dozier Obituary
Allen's love for boxing begins as a child while growing up in Philadelphia. While defending his golden glove welterweight title August 1977, the same fight card with Muhammad Ali. Deborah Clouser asked him for his autograph.
Allen and Deborah were married September 15, 1979. They remained in Harrisburg and raised their children Amanda D. Dozier and Allen Dozier II.
Allen always enjoyed working. He worked for flagger force and was a very talented concrete designer. He owned Straight Line Contractors, Inc.
Allen was a son of the American Legion, Post 733, Harrisburg, PA and active in the American Legion Post 184, Wildwood, NJ.
Allen and Deborah retired in 2012 and moved to Wildwood, NJ. They absolutely loved the ocean life. Allen was the best fisherman ever. He would say "Set it" "Wait" "got'em". However his love for working landed him a job at the local Walmart as an auto mechanic where he leaves many friends. Allen was loved by anyone that met him.
Allen was preceded in death by his sister, Janet Matt. And leaves his devoted wife, Deborah Dozier; 2 children, Amanda D. Dozier and Allen Dozier II; 4 grandchildren, D'Yani Bordner, Royce Walk, A'yden Walk, and Serenity Dozier; 5 sisters, Betty Kabba, Janice Wheeler, Antoinette Dozier, Denise Tinsdale, and Delores Stephens; and 1 brother, Edwin Dozier Jr.; and a host of family and forever life friends.
All are welcome to Celebrate Allen's Life with the family on Saturday, April 29, 2017, 1:00 p.m., at Kingdom Embassy, 2111 N. 4th Street, Harrisburg, PA 17110.
Arrangements by Cremation Society of Pennsylvania, Inc. www.pennlive.com/obits
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Leivada Shoffner
May 22, 2017
Blessings goes out to the family he is in a better life now no more Pain. DuBois Shoffner Family
Althea
April 28, 2017
Dear Deb, Amanda, Al. I am so sorry for your loss, I love you guys. Allen will always be in my Heart.
Venitia C.
April 28, 2017
Dear Deb, You and your family are in my prayers.
Malinda Bender
April 25, 2017
Dear Deb - I have no words, just tears and sadness for your loss. You are in my prayers and know we are there for you anytime you need us.
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Gary Bender
April 25, 2017
Allen and I met at Hope Lodge and became best buddies. We shared a lot of good times, and I have a lot of good memories. I will really miss you!
April 24, 2017
my dearest Deb, - I am reminded of the quote from the headstone in Ireland "Death leaves a heartache no one can heal, love leaves a memory no one can steal" you have built such strong memories with Allen -- forever in your heart - I am keeping you in my heart and prayers -- love Angela C.
April 24, 2017
Amanda and the Dozier family,
My sincere prayers and condolences go out to you and your family. Know that he is no longer in pain and is at rest. God Bless You.
Crystal Manning
Children First Daycare Center
Harrisburg, PA
Lambert Rosenbaum
April 23, 2017
My condolences Deb...remember the joyful times you spent together and Allen's hearty laughter...God blessing be upon you and your family.
Linda Packer
April 23, 2017
Only knew him for a short time, but will remember him always. Love you Deb!
Lenora Jordan
April 23, 2017
My sincere condolences goes out to Deb and her family. Allen was a good man and even better fighter of this horrible cancer. He is no more pain and is sitting on the right hand of God. He will be looking down on his family and keeping you safe. Much love
Aimee
April 23, 2017
My heart and prayers go out to you, your family and all your loved ones. May God hold you all in his loving hands.
Denise Tisdale
April 23, 2017
A wonderful hero has gone.
A- Aways had a great smile.
L- Love he gave to everyone.
L- Life the greatest gift ever.
E- Everlasting joy he gave.
N- Never given up until the
fight was over.
I WILL ALWAYS LOVE YOU MY BROTHER.
Ed (Cowboy) and Kim Piotrowski
April 23, 2017
Allen will be sorely missed. Our friend and fishing buddy, Deborah's constant companion. We love you both.
Jennille George
April 23, 2017
I remember when we lived next door during my childhood...such a beautiful family. Mr.Allen will be truly missed...My deepest condolences to the family...prayers of rest, strength, along with comfort through memories...
Kim Carroll
April 23, 2017
Sorry for your loss.RIP Allen
Michele Quinones
April 23, 2017
Amanda my childhood friend I am deeply sadden and offer my condolences and prayers for you and your family. Find comfort in God during times when it may seem the hardest. You are in my thoughts.
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