Allen Latimore Jr.

Allen Latimore Jr. obituary, Akron, OH

Allen Latimore Jr.

Allen Latimore Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Sommerville Funeral Services - Akron on Feb. 25, 2025.

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Allen Latimore Jr. 68, of Alliance, passed away unexpectedly on January 9, 2025. He was born on January 31,1956, in Alliance Ohio, to the late Allen and Lillian Louise (Dansby) Latimore Sr.
Allen was hard-working and dedicated. He spent almost 15 years working as an independent-contractor truck driver, where he was known for his expertise and friendliness.
His hobbies were listening to music, exploring new electronics and driving. During his free time, you could always expect him to be on the road visiting different family members in many different states. Allen loved working on cars and sharing the latest gadgets. His interests helped define who he was. He also enjoyed spending his weekends with his grandchildren, leaving a mark on them that will never fade away. He was devoted to his family and a loving father.
Allen was preceded in death by his parents, and sister, Juliet Arline Latimore.
He is survived by his daughter Ikasha Clark Latimore, two grandchildren Des'ree Clark and Da'Montrell Gulley, his brother Jerry Latimore (Paula), as well as three nephews Lamen (Monique) Latimore, Javin Latimore, Kyler Latimore and a host of other relatives and friends.
"We find comfort in knowing that Dad's legacy lives on through the lessons he taught us, the love he shared, and the memories we will cherish forever."
A memorial service will be held at 2 p.m. on Saturday, March 1, 2025, at Second Baptist Church 820 E. Patterson St Alliance, Ohio 44601.

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