David R Allen's Obituary
David R "Dave" Allen, 76 of Parrish, passed on September 25, 2020 in his home. Dave was born May 21, 1944, in Elnora, Indiana to Ralph and Mary (Malone) Allen. He was a united States Air Force Vietnam Veteran. He achieved the rank of Master Sargent before retiring in 1988. He was a member of the Ellenton, Florida VFW; Palmetto Florida Elks and Bradenton, FL Moose Lodge. After Retirement, Dave drove the school bus for North Daviess sporting events. He especially enjoyed watching the high school basketball and baseball games. He also enjoyed watching and cheering for the Chicago Cubs, doing puzzle books, watching western movies, singing karaoke, and spending time with his family and friends. Dave was preceded in death by his parents, and infant son John Arthur Allen. David is survived by his wife Deanna "Dee" (Banks) Allen who celebrated their 19th wedding anniversary on May 06; sons: David Michael Allen, Stephen Phillip (Rachele) Allen, and Christopher James (Amanda) Allen; step daughters: Anita Montalone, and Karla( Stephen) Hawk; 11 grandchildren: Katherine, Caroline, Nicholas, Preston, Samantha, Jordan, Evan, Adrienne, Ethan, Emily, and Carson; and along with a host of other family and friends. A private graveside service with Military Honors will be Wednesday October 14, 2020 at 11 am at Skyway Memorial Gardens 5200 US Highway 19 N. Palmetto FL 34221. Online condolences at skywaymemorial.com
When I'm Gone
When I come to the end of my journey
And I travel my last weary mile
Just forget if you can, that I ever frowned
And remember only the smile
Forget unkind words I have spoken
Remember some good I have done
Forget that I ever had heartache
And remember I've had loads of fun
Forget that I've stumbled and blundered
And sometimes fell by the way
Remember I have fought some hard battles
And won, ere the close of the day
Then forget to grieve for my going
I would not have you sad for a day
But in summer just gather some flowers
And remember the place where I lay
And come in the shade of evening
When the sun paints the sky in the west
Stand for a few moments beside me
And remember only my best
What’s your fondest memory of David?
What’s a lesson you learned from David?
Share a story where David's kindness touched your heart.
Describe a day with David you’ll never forget.
How did David make you smile?