Robert "Bob" Donald Allen, Jr.
December 17, 1943 ~ April 2, 2019
Robert "Bob" Donald Allen, Jr., age 75, of Tennessee Colony, left this world to be in the presence of God on Tuesday, the 2nd day of April, 2019, in Tyler, Texas. He was born on the 17th day of December, 1943, in El Reno, Oklahoma, to Robert D. Allen and Betty Nanson Allen. Bob was retired from the military after 20 years of service. During his time in the service, he served in the U.S. Marine Corps and fought in the Vietnam War. After returning home, Bob worked as a boat captain on an offshore rig. He enjoyed painting, fishing and wood working.
He is preceded in death by his parents, Robert and Betty Allen.
Bob is survived by his wife of 52 years, Bobbie Allen; stepdaughter, Athena Bitter and husband Greg of Wisconsin; sister, Carla Pond of Houston; brother, Terry Allen of Arizona; grandchildren, Michelle, Randy, Shannon, and Steven; 12 great-grandchildren; and 1 great-great-grandchild.
A memorial service to celebrate the life of Bob Allen will be conducted at half past ten o'clock in the morning on Friday, the 26th day of April, 2019 in the Rhone Memorial Chapel.
Memorial and cremation services are in care of Rhone Funeral Home, 3900 S. State Highway 19, Palestine, Texas.
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Bob was a friend and good neighbor, I,’ll miss him.
Jimmy Terrell
I did not know Mr. Allen, but my deepest sympathies are with the family and friends he leaves behind. I am thankful for his service to our country.
There is so much to say about Bob you aren’t sure what to say. He was a wonderful neighbor and always eager to help others. He was a joy to visit with. Always had good and kind things to say. He took such good care of his wife and animals. He was a great example and we will miss him deeply. ÂÂ
Joe and Frankie Radford.
We will really miss sharing lunch with you and hearing your stories, Bob.
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Heartfelt condolences from the family of Greg Vogt…Sara, Becky & Ryan, Jim & Lynn, Nicky, Jimmy, Bob & Marles, Christy & Corey, John & Angie, Jeff and Bud
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I love you and even know I didnt get down to Texas much I still thought about you all the time. I really love my painting and will cherish it forever! Grandpa you will forever be remembered and loved! We miss you!!!!
Love Shannon and familyÂÂ
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