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1933
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2018
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Lonnie Allsup Obituary
Lonnie was born September 7, 1933 in Lubbock, TX to Roy Allsup and Ellen Reed Allsup. He was raised and graduated high school in Morton, TX in 1950 where he played football and basketball. After graduation he married his high school sweetheart, Barbara Barton August 13, 1950 in Lubbock, TX. Lonnie attended college at Hardin-Simmons University and Texas Tech University for two years. He joined the Air Force for four years and was discharged after serving his country in the United States and Japan during the Korean War. Always in love with the grocery business, he found a small store to buy in Roswell, NM and he and Barbara operated their first store called Lonnie's Drive-In Grocery. In 1963 the small company was sold to 7-11 of Dallas, Texas and family moved to Clovis, New Mexico and started a new group of stores. Over 60 years later their company grew from one store to its present size of 318 Allsup's Convenience Stores. Lonnie always had a passion for cutting horses which he was first introduced to by his father. In 1981, he began showing cutting horses being instructed by trainers like Pete Branch to train the mare which Lonnie rode to win the non-pro world championship. Lonnie continued to breed, train and show champion cutting horses for many years, owning two horses of the year awarded by the NCHA. Lonnie served a full term as president of National Cutting Horse Association.
He was a member of the Board of Directors of Affiliated Foods, Tri-State Bakery, Plains Dairy, and past president and lifetime director of NCHA.
Survivors include: his wife of 67 years; Barbara of the home, son; Mark (Jessica) Allsup of Fort Worth, TX, five grandsons; Dwayne Allsup, Ian Allsup of Clovis, NM, Alex Allsup, Andrew Allsup, and Wyatt Allsup of Fort Worth, TX, two great-grandchildren; Bonnie Kat and Silas Allsup of Clovis, NM, sister-in-law; Pat Evans of Levelland, TX, caregivers; Chuck and Suzanne Evans and their daughter; Lauren of Lubbock, TX, Cassandra Evans of Santa Fe, NM, and numerous nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his son; Todd Allsup, parents; Roy and Ellen Allsup, two brothers; Lloyd and Don, and three sisters; Cordie, Tressie, and Glenda.
The family request memorial contributions be made to Hardin-Simmons Univeristy, 2200 Hickory, Abilene, TX 79698, Tarleton State University, Box T-0260, Stephenville, TX 76402, or a charity of your choice.
Arrangements have been entrusted to Muffley Funeral Home, 575-762-4435, Please send condolences via www.muffleyfuneralhome.com
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Memories and Condolences
for Lonnie Allsup
Steve Renfro
February 22, 2025
My uncle, John Renfro, was hired by Lonnie back in the 70´s. I was able to travel with my uncle while he travelled the Allsup system on my summer vacations. The first aircraft I ever flew was Mr. Allsups Beech Baron, and it inspired me to become a pilot.
I remember on one occasion, being invited to the Allsups cabin on Lake Kemp, and Barbara cooked up some crappie for dinner. Todd was very kind to me when I was there and we fished down on their boathouse.
Mr. Allsup was very generous to me.
Steve Renfro
September 12, 2024
As a child, I used to travel with my uncle, John Renfro, when he worked for Allsups. We drove all over Texas, looking for new store sites, and checking the condition of active stores. The first airplane I ever flew was Lonnies Beech Baron, and it solidified my desire to be a pilot.
Another memory was when Mr. Allsup bought a place on Lake Kemp, and finished it out very nicely. Barbara cooked crappie for dinner. I wish I could remember more.
Steve Renfro
Eric Bruntmyer
January 23, 2020
Was just talking about Mr. Allsup yesterday. He certainly was a blessing to the HSU community. He is missed.
Jaden Baldwin-Carr Age 19
April 15, 2018
Dear Allsup's family,
I was blessed to have met Mr. Lonnie Allsups when he came into the store I worked out by CAFB. I was still new and was running around like a chicken with my head cut off, and I turned around to see Mr. Allsups with a big ole smile on his face. He told me I was so bubbly and that even though I looked stressed he was proud to say I was a dedicated hard working employee. I was working nights and was trying to go to school so this kind hearted man has really made an impact on me and those who worked with me. He will forever be remembered as the BIG DOG most of us lost sleep over trying to make sure we met his standards. All it took was a smile and a genuine personality and I have the whole family to thank for my employment at this wonderful place !!
Nancy Eguia
February 5, 2018
Sending my condolences to Mrs. Barbara Allsup's and family. I worked for Lonnie for 12 years in the Clovis home office. May God wrap his arms around all of his loved ones, and help them thru this very hard time.
Shawn Wishert
February 2, 2018
Sorry for your loss he will be missed. I knew Lonnie most of my life and worked for him taking care of his cattle for a few years. He was a good boss to me but he was a better friend.
February 2, 2018
ifeel bad for lonni and todd u were me and jerrys customer for a while and me for u heal take care tell mark hi and i love los angeles im home
Gary and Judi Holmes
February 2, 2018
Dear Barbara, Mark, and to the entire Allsup family,
We send our deepest sympathies to you during this difficult time of loss. May your faith bring you peace, comfort, and grace. We have admired Lonnie and Barbara over several decades as they lived their vision and dreams. Many lives, and communities have been impacted as a result. You remain close in thoughts, our hearts, and through prayer.
Ray Sullivan
January 31, 2018
Lonnie was a generous soul, a sound businessman and community partner. He will be missed by many.
Ethel Oatman
January 31, 2018
I started working at Allsups in Borger Texas in 1986, worked my way up from Midnight person to a manager. I had the pleasure of meeting Mr. Allsup when I went to Clovis for classes. we had a tour of the allsups offices, he was a nice pleasant man. I worked in all the Stores in this region, my favorite was store 210 on florida st. then mark took over. I worked there for over six years. I will always remember him. Our thought and prayers are with his family at this difficult time.
January 31, 2018
Extending my condolences to the family. May the God of all comfort be with you during this time.
January 31, 2018
My sympathy goes out to the family during your time of grief. May God's loving kindness comfort you and help you through this difficult time. Psalms 119: 50,76
California ~
January 31, 2018
Offering condolences for your loss. May God comfort you in your time of sorrow.
David, Liz and Robert Kirk
David Kirk
January 31, 2018
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. I have been the auditor for the Kermit area for 28 years, and had the pleasure of speaking with Mr. Allsup on several occasions. He will be greatly missed.
Ed Montana
January 31, 2018
I was proud to call Mr. Allsup a friend. We had several great memories during ,hunting trips to the ranch. He always was eager to share his beautiful Ranch. Rest in Peace,,,
January 31, 2018
I am very sorry for your loss, loosing a loved one is truly a heartbreaking experience, but its uplifting to know that God promises us in Isaiah 65:17 a near future in which not only wont we feel the pain of loosing a loved one anymore but we wont even remember how it felt. Our pain will be erased and we will be happy once agai
Rest in peace Lonnie..
Calvin Lary
January 30, 2018
Consuelo DeLeon-Baca
January 30, 2018
Sincerest condolences to all of the Allsup family, may his memory be for a blessing
Kim Collinsworth
January 30, 2018
My sincere condolences. I didn't know Mr. Allsup but from what I've read I know he was a great man. May you rest in peace Mr. Allsup
January 30, 2018
Sorry for your loss God bless Noel Crow
Frances Simon
January 30, 2018
I have fond memories of working for the Allsups in the 70's. Think about them every time I drive by the building on Thornton. So sorry for your loss.
Frances Simon
January 30, 2018
My condolences to your family during this difficult time. May the promise in 1 Thessalonians 4:14 comfort your family.
Bobby Martinez
January 30, 2018
Barbara & Mark
My deepest condolences in the loss of Lonnie,he was my favorie Pastor for Childrens Church at FBC always enjoyed his teachings of God's plan for my life and other children.I am now a Pastor of a cowboy ministry here in Texas as he was a mentor to me!He will always be in my heart.
Dana Massey-Hill
January 30, 2018
I'm so sorry for your loss. May the love and wonderful memories bring you and your family peace.
January 30, 2018
With deepest sympathy to the family during your time of grief. God is a refuge and strength. A help that is there to be found during difficult times.
May God provide you with peace and comfort to endure the days ahead.
Mary Hunt Vosburg
January 30, 2018
Barbara and Mark,
I am so sorry about your loss. May you know God's peace and comfort today and in the coming days. I always remember Lonnie as a dear friend to my dad.
Eric Bruntmyer
January 30, 2018
I enjoyed getting to know him. I especially loved his stories. He will be missed.
Carola Moore-Hambleton
January 29, 2018
Some of my fondest memories from 1971 to 1974 were the Allsup family & getting to fly around NM, TX, & OK with Lonnie in his plane with our Lay Witness Renewal teams. We had some fearful & joyful times during those flights!! So many of us would laugh for years about those trips, plane problems, landing problems, but rejoiced more about the many blessings we left behind in any church we had visited. His family was always such a joy to myself & so many others!! Heaven is rejoicing, & my heart-felt prayers are with Barbara & all the family!!
Crystal Cooke
January 29, 2018
Lonnie was a great guy and will be dearly missed. My prayers are with his family and friends during this sad time.
Brenda Umbarger
January 29, 2018
Lonnie was someone whom I admired,such a great mentor,Thank you ,you will be remembered
Kenneth & Kenni Nutt
January 29, 2018
Our thoughts and prayers are with Barbara, Mark and the entire Allsup family including all his employees.
LETA SULLIVAN
January 29, 2018
Barbara and Mark, so sorry to hear this as he was a good man in so many ways. Everybody will miss him.
I am so thankful I was given the opportunity to work for Allsups.
My prayers are with you.
Irene Harlow
January 29, 2018
May God surround and protect Barbara and Mark during this difficult time. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you. May God bless and may His love, peace and joy surround and protect the family now and always!
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