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Priscilla Allender Obituary

Priscilla Jean Allender, 79, of Elizabethtown, passed away Saturday, March 1, 2025, at the Hosparus Inpatient Care Center in Louisville.

Mrs. Allender was a member of United Memorial Methodist Church. Jeannie, alongside her husband, had managed a group home, extending their gift of care to those in need of support and a loving environment. She also was a retired educator, whose passion for teaching was evident in her unwavering commitment to her students.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Donald Allender.

Survivors include a son, John Allender and his wife, Dawn; four grandchildren, William Allender, Wyatt Long, Savannah Flener and J.D. Long; a sister, Sherry Szarka; a brother, John Lance Hibberd; and a host of extended family and friends.

Cremation was chosen by the family and a celebration of life will be held at a later date.

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Published by The News-Enterprise from Mar. 3 to Mar. 6, 2025.

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Danita Isom

March 24, 2025

Jenny was such a blessing to me and my family. And always was there for me and my family.Her mom asked her and Sherry to keep up with me because l was their sister. They both did just that . I was so broken hearted when l gif the news from her son but when l came to Kentucky a few months ago from Florida l saw the decline on her face when l left her home l began to pray for her . So l know that Jenny is ok and has finished her race . She had moble skills problems but no problems doing her assignments of reaching out on the phone and sending out cards and pictures to keep me updated and Sherry did also . I will never forget the love of my sister Jenny . Rest Jenny you ran the race so well . You were so brave . I send my love to my family from Florida. I wanted to be there but already had assignment in another state . Love you all Danita

Glady Ann Mills

March 13, 2025

Jeannie was always such a thoughtful and loving cousin and friend with a strong faith in God, like most of us there were challenges in her life, she was a steel Magnolia. She was always ready to talk about old times like they just happened. Our great loss and God great gift.
Glady

Amy Szarka

March 6, 2025

Aunt Jeannie and I shared a love of creativity. One of the things I enjoyed these past few years was sharing pictures of our latest projects.
When we were able to make it to Kentucky, she always went the extra mile to arrange visits with various family and friends. She was a connector, a encourager, and a loyal friend.

Carolyn Buckles

March 5, 2025

Jeannie an I graduated together. She also lived close to my family. I hadn´t seen her for awhile . We had visited at the last class reunion . Jeannie was a kind caring lady. She loved her family very much . She will be missed

Sherry Szarka

March 5, 2025

My loving caring sister Jeannie was always looking for ways to help others. I will miss her and our long texts and telephone calls.

Debra McCarthy and Peggy Jo Hartley

March 4, 2025

I had the pleasure of getting to know Jeannie thru the visitation team at Memorial United Methodist Church. We were truly blessed to be able to share her memories, knowledge, and life. Jeanie was a delightful person to converse with and we will truly miss her.

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