OLIVER “OBE” RAY ALLEN
Oliver “Obe” Ray Allen, 91, of Everton went home to be with the Lord Monday morning, October 26, 2020 at Majestic Care of Connersville.
He was born June 11, 1929 in Peppertown, Franklin County, one of seven children of Hugh and Flora Mae Hunter Allen.
Oliver was married September 11, 1948, to Mary J. Blaase of Connersville, and they lived in this area since that time. Mrs. Allen passed away May 28, 2012.
From 1954, he was employed with the Connersville Gravel Company. Later, he worked for IMT as an equipment operator, retiring after 39 years.
He was a faithful member of Garrison Creek Baptist Church. In his leisure, he enjoyed working on his yard and hunting. He was devoted to taking care of his wife and taking care of others.
Survivors include a son, Jack R. Allen of Connersville; a daughter, Nancy (Joe) Clifford of Glenwood; three grandchildren, Keith (Donna) Allen of Brookville, Shaun Clifford of Columbus, North Carolina, and Shane (Jennifer) Clifford of Glenwood; four great-grandchildren and two great-great grandchildren; and several nieces, nephews, and cousins.
Besides his wife, Mary J. Allen, and his parents, he is preceded in death by two sisters, Norma Lee Banks and Faye Hudson, and four brothers: Finley Allen, Rollie Allen, Milford Allen, and Kenny Allen.
Friends and family may call from 11 a.m., until the time of service at 1 p.m., on Friday, October 30, 2020, at Miller, Moster, Robbins Funeral Home. Pastor Tim Fluty will officiate the service. Burial will follow at Dale Cemetery.
Memorial contributions may be made in memory of Oliver “Obe” to the Fayette County Cancer Society. Online condolences may be made anytime at millermosterrobbins.com.