Laurel Allen

Laurel Allen obituary, South Burlington, VT

Laurel Allen

Laurel Allen Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Champlain Cremation on Mar. 21, 2025.

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Laurel Golda (Lolly) Allen, of Winooski Vermont, passed away on November 4th, 2021. Laurel was born October 14, 1954, in Framingham MA to the late Mary Rose Allen and Reginald Allen, both parents had predeceased her. She was one of eight brothers and sisters. Laurel graduated from Winooski High School and studied at Champlain College. She is survived by her son Clifford Patton of Burlington, who she adored. She is also survived by Cliffords father Carl Patton, her brother Kevin Allen of Colchester, her brother Reginald Allen and his wife Debbie of North Hero, Ron Hunkins and his wife Patty of Barre, Gerry Allen and his wife Bobbie of Essex Junction, her sister Mary Slattery and her husband Jack of South Burlington, Susan Hunkins of Burlington, and Karen Decoteau and her husband Earl of New Hampshire. She is also survived by many nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her dog Paul who she loved very dearly. Laurel had many talents, she was artistic and also an avid reader. She was always willing to help out people less fortunate than herself. She lived for many years at the senior housing on Barlow Street in Winooski. She will be dearly missed by her friends and relatives. To plant a beautiful memorial tree in memory of Laurel, please visit our Tree Store.

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