Allie Marie Pendleton

Allie Marie Pendleton

November 1, 1934 – January 23, 2026

Allie Marie Pendleton, age 91, passed away peacefully on January 23, 2026, at her place of residence. She lived a full and faithful life marked by love, service, and devotion to family and faith.

Family

Mom was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Don Pendleton, and her grandson, Conner Wilson.

She is survived by her son, Rory Pendleton; her daughters Angela Sherlock & Wes, Diane Wilson, and Emily SanRoman & Mike. Her grandchildren include: Brian & Natalie Pendleton, Brooke & Chris Miller, Wesley & Stacy Pate, Chaes & Angie Pate, Wade & Jacqueline Pate, Meredith & Matt French, Conner & Kristin Wilson, Faith Pendleton, Cydni & Reggie King, and Noah & Cheyenne SanRoman.

Her great-grandchildren include: Piper, Tatum, and Zeke Pendleton; Huck, Jones, Millie, and Charley Miller; Sloan, Ryder, Ivy, and Jayla Pate; Catherine Pate; Avery and Haddie Pate; Whitten and Linley French; Alli, Peyton, Drue, and Brody Wilson; Ayden, Isaiah, and Olivia King; and Avery, Everly, and Kinley SanRoman.

Life & Legacy

Mom graduated from Kilgore High School in 1952 and worked at Kilgore Hardware until she married, after which she devoted herself wholeheartedly to caring for her home and family. She was a tireless worker with remarkable strength-nothing was ever too hard or too much. If something needed doing, Mom did it, and she did it well.

Her faith was the cornerstone of her life. Sundays were non-negotiable, and if the church doors were open, the family was there. Through Mom's intentional faithfulness, generations were given the opportunity to know Jesus-one of her greatest legacies.

Mom was a woman of quiet determination and leadership, becoming the first woman to serve on the White Oak School Board. She was also a devoted member of East Mountain Baptist Church, where she led the Women's Ministry for many years, serving with humility, compassion, and purpose.

Fishing was one of her great joys. If the crappie were biting, Mom and Dad were at the lake. As the grandchildren grew, they were loaded into the boat to share in the fun. Mom cleaned fish right alongside Dad and fried enough for anyone who happened by, always making extra to share with neighbors. Hospitality came naturally to her.

For the past eleven years while living at Buckner, Mom continued to do what she had always done-love people well. She spent countless hours on the porch with friends, joyfully wearing the titles "Queen of the Porch" and "Coffee Queen." She greeted everyone who came through the doors and could almost always be found with a cup of coffee in her hand throughout the day. Her warmth, welcome, and genuine joy made Buckner feel like home to so many.

And then there were the rolls. Mom's homemade rolls were legendary-an essential part of every Thanksgiving and Christmas gathering. As the family grew, the batches grew too, yet there were always enough. Just like her love.

Gratitude

The family extends heartfelt thanks to the Memory Care staff at Buckner and Heart to Heart Hospice, whose compassion and dignity brought great comfort and peace. Because of you, her family rested knowing Mom was lovingly and faithfully cared for.

Services

A celebration of life will be held on Saturday, January 31, 2026, in East Mountain Baptist Church at 11:00 AM in a visitation beginning at 10:00 AM. A private burial will be held at a later date.

Allie Marie Pendleton lived a life worthy of celebration-a life that pointed others to faith, family, and faithful service.

"Charm is deceptive, and beauty does not last;

but a woman who fears the Lord will be greatly praised.

Reward her for all she has done.

Let her deeds publicly declare her praise."

Proverbs 31:30–31 (NLT)