Laverne Robert Allen, age 75, of Leesburg, died Thursday morning, March 11, 2010 at Heartland of Hillsboro.  He was born May 15, 1934, in Brown County, a son of the late Martin and Eva (Wisby) Allen.   He was a retired construction contractor, had worked at Mac Tools for several years, and had also operated “Allen’s Small Engine Repair” from his home.  He loved tulips, and was a loving and devoted husband, father, grandfather and great grandfather.  On February 3, 1956, in Highland, he married his wife of fifty-four years, Marilyn (Britain) Allen, who survives.  He is also survived by three children, Diane Rhoads and her husband Robert of Georgia, Janice Davidson of Highland, David Allen and his wife Stacey of Hillsboro, eight grandchildren, Christina (Nick) Swearingen of Greenfield, Jason Rhoads of Georgia, Jeffrey (Misty) Cox of Highland, Bradley (Amanda) Cox of Leesburg, Jennifer (Eli Quinonez) Davidson of Leesburg, Kylie Allen of Hillsboro, Corey Allen of Hillsboro, Elizabeth Corcoran of Hillsboro, nine great grandchildren, Brock Swearingen, Mackenzie Cox, Makiah Cox, Jocelyn Cox Ursell, Dustin Quinonez, Dallas Quinonez, Alisha Quinonez, Michael Ferguson and Christopher Ferguson,  two brothers, Roy (Hazel) Allen of Hillsboro, Raymond Allen of Leesburg, and a sister, Mildred High of Blanchester.  In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a son, Johnny Lee Allen and a sister, Ruby Waites.  Funeral services will be 11:00 a.m. Monday, March 15, 2010 at the Leesburg United Methodist Church.  Rev. Tom Knauff will officiate.  Burial will follow in the Ash Ridge Cemetery.  Friends may call from 3:00 until 6:00 p.m. on Sunday, March 14, 2010 at the Leesburg United Methodist Church.  

Roseanna Davis McNeal
Thursday, March 11, 2010
08:39 PM

May the grace and peace of God be with you all at this time.

Thursday, March 11, 2010
08:50 PM

Amy Wilkin
Thursday, March 11, 2010
09:01 PM

Dear Allen Family, I was so sorry to hear of the passing of Laverne. I was not working that night, but would like to say my thoughts and prayers are with your family. I enjoyed getting to know Laverne in assisting in his care at Heartland. He was such a pleasure to work with, and always appreciated any thing we would do for him. He will be missed by all, including myself and Heather and Becca. Amy Wilkin

Valerie Deaton
Friday, March 12, 2010
10:46 AM

TO the Family of Laverne Allen- I just wanted to express my sympathy in the loss of your loved one, Laverne. He was a wonderful man, and a pleasure to care for. I am happy to have had the pleasure of assisting in his care, and knowing him while at HCR. He is at peace now,and in the care of our ever loving Father. May God touch each of you in this time of sorrow, and bring you the peace and comfort that only he can. God Bless each of you.

Jeretta Ballein
Friday, March 12, 2010
11:54 AM

To the Allen family, I wish to express my deep sorrow for the loss of Laverne. He was truly a great man. I enjoyed knowing Laverne. May God give you peace in your time of sorrow.

Stacey Paul
Friday, March 12, 2010
06:09 PM

Diana and family sorry to here about your loss If you need anything pleases call.

John and Donna {Montgomery} Collins
Saturday, March 13, 2010
07:13 AM

To The Allen family. Wanted to let you know our hearts go out to all of you. I know its been hard on the Allen family. Your in our hearts and prayers, all of you.

Blessings

m/m R.M. Pulliam
Saturday, March 13, 2010
09:55 AM

Dear Roy. Ray. and Mildred and family. Sorry to hear of the passing of Laverne. Haven`t had a chance to see him lately but we had some nice discussions a few years back.He always had that Allen laugh and sense of humor. My words will not console you at this time but God will take care of the comfort you need at this time. Bless you all and memories are always worth talking about and becoming part of family history.A good example is school days and bus rides and likable friends. Skip and Kristen Pulliam

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