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Horace Allen

1934 - 2021

Horace Allen obituary, 1934-2021, River Ridge, LA

BORN

1934

DIED

2021

FUNERAL HOME

Richardson Funeral Home of Jefferson Inc.

11112 Jefferson Hwy

New Orleans, Louisiana

Horace Allen Obituary

Horace Allen was born October 22, 1934, he entered into eternal rest on Tuesday, April 20, 2021 in Metairie, Louisiana. Horace is survived by his adoring wife of 66 years, Mae Ola Thomas Allen, and two loving children, James "Billy" Thomas, and Barbara Washington, 23 grandchildren, 32 great-grandchildren, and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, sisters-in-law, brothers-in-law, and friends. Horace was preceded in death by his father, Frank Allen, Sr., mother, Elizabeth Roy Allen, 4 brothers, and 4 sisters. Horace Allen was a member of Hill of Zion B. C. where he served as President of the Usher Board. A Celebration of Life honoring the late Horace Allen will be held on Friday, April 30, 2021 at Richardson Funeral Home, 11112 Jefferson Hwy., River Ridge, Louisiana 70123. Visitation will begin at 8:30 am, service will start at 10:00 am. Interment will follow at Providence Memorial Park Cemetery, Metairie, Louisiana. Due to Covid-19 masks must be worn and social distancing practiced. Richardson Funeral Home of Jefferson, River Ridge, Louisiana in charge of arrangements.

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Published by The Times-Picayune from Apr. 28 to Apr. 30, 2021.

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April 30, 2021

Offering my sincere condolences to the family. May the God of all comfort give you the peace and strength to be sustained during this difficult time.

Marilyn J Ursin

April 29, 2021

It is my hope that the peace of God will surround you during this time of bereavement.

Channel (Cynthia's daughter)

April 29, 2021

I love you Uncle Horace. Rest in Heaven.

Janet Washington

April 29, 2021

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Andrea and Kenneth Brigalia

April 29, 2021

May God bless your family in this time of sorrow. May God also give you strength. Just hold onto God's unchanging hands. And know that his wonderful legacy will live on forevermore in the Beautiful Hearts and Minds of your Family and Friends. Our love and prayers are always with you.

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8:30 a.m.

Richardson Funeral Home of Jefferson Inc.

11112 Jefferson Hwy, New Orleans, LA 70123

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30

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10:00 a.m.

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11112 Jefferson Hwy, New Orleans, LA 70123

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