Steven G. Allen Jr.

Steven G. Allen Jr. obituary, Westerly, RI

Steven G. Allen Jr.

Steven Allen Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Gaffney-Dolan Funeral Home - Westerly on Jun. 26, 2024.

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Steven G. Allen, Jr., 42, of Westerly, RI passed away unexpectedly on Friday, June 21, 2024. He was the son of Steven G. Allen, Sr. and the late Cheryl L. Allen of Westerly.
He is survived by his two children whom he adored immensely, Natalie L. Allen and Drew F. Allen. He is also survived by a sister Jennie Maccione (John); a brother David Allen (Richia); nieces, Aubrie and Kayleigh Allen; and many aunts, uncles, and cousins. In addition to his family, he leaves behind his best companion BoBo.
Steven served as a Staff Sergeant in the National Guard for 18 years. He served two tours, one in Iraq in 2005 and one in Kuwait in 2010.
Steven's quick-witted sense of humor will be missed by all. To know him was to love him. He will be deeply missed.
Visiting hours will be held on Tuesday, July 2, from 4pm – 7pm at Gaffney-Dolan Funeral Home, 59 Spruce St., Westerly. Family and friends are also invited to a Graveside Funeral Service, to be conducted with Full Military Honors, at 12 noon on Wednesday, July 3 at St. Sebastian Cemetery, Cobblestone Lane, Westerly. There is no procession to the cemetery. For online condolences please visit www.gaffneydolanfuneralhome.com
Steven will be remembered for his kindness.

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