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Mr. John Joseph Allen, Jr., 77, passed away on March 8, 2025, in Statham, Georgia.
Born on June 20, 1947, in Trion, Georgia, John had a passion for gardening and was a devoted Georgia Bulldogs fan.
He is survived by his children, Jeff (Mandy) Allen and Jay (Suzanne) Allen; his sister, Cheryl(Richard) Semands; his grandchildren McCall(Chase) Rierson, Harrison Allen, Hudson, Haley and Jacob Allen and great-grandson Chase Rierson, Jr. He is also remembered by his longtime companion Deborah Hanley. He was preceded in death by his parents Dr. John and Doris Allen and his brother, Jim Allen.
A private interment will take place at a later date in Oconee Hill Cemetery
Lord and Stephens Funeral Home EAST has been entrusted with arrangements.
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