Betty E. Allen
October 25, 1935 ~ July 14, 2014
Betty E. Allen, 78, Mooresville, died peacefully July 14, 2014, in Grandview Health and Rehabilitation Center. Mrs. Allen was born October 25, 1935, in Nashville, to the late Fred and Myrtle Surber.
Mrs. Allen attended Mooresville High School and worked for a period of time at the State Office Building with the Bureau of Motor Vehicles. She retired from Mooresville School, where she had been a cook for many years at the high school. Betty was a loyal and devoted member of the Mooresville Senior Center. She also enjoyed playing in her euchre club and watching John Wayne films. Above all, she was a loving wife, mother, and grandmother.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Richard D. Allen, to whom she was married May 25, 1952, until his passing on January 10, 1985. She was also preceded by siblings, Fred Surber, Jr., Winnie Brummett, and Lucille Smith.
Survivors include her children, Linda Kay Ringer (Stan) of Waverly, Rebecca Ann Zimmerman of Gosport, Danny Allen (Terri) of Mooresville, Doug Allen (Terry) of Martinsville, and Amy Jo Wiser of Mooresville; sisters, Maggie Brewer of Mooresville, Peggy Dell (Chuck) of Texas, and Hazel Haase of Morgantown; 12 grandchildren; 10 great grandchildren; 1 great great grandchild.
According to Betty’s wish, calling hours will not be observed. A graveside service will begin at 2 p.m., Sunday July 20, 2014, in White Lick Cemetery, Mooresville. Pastor Steve Moody will officiate. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Mooresville Christmas for Kids, through the Mooresville Police Department. Funeral arrangements are being handled by the Carlisle – Branson Funeral Service & Crematory, Mooresville. Visit www.carlislebranson.com to share a favorite memory or to sign the online guest registry.
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My deepest condolences to Amy, Morgan and the entire Allen family. Tom Giegerich
Condolences to the Allen Family. I am going to miss her laughing & smiling. Never once had I ever seen her with frown face. Always giggling, laughing and smiling. I know she is going to lighten up the room upstairs. Nancy (Games) Edwards & Family
Thoughts and prayers for all of Betty’s family during this time. I have known Betty for years and her children. I worked with Betty at school and she was a great lady.
I have known Betty for many,many years and the family ,. I use to work with Betty and her Daughter Linda at the school for years and she was a wonderful , loving lady. My Love , Thoughts and Prayers go out to the Allen Family . Talanna Brown
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My Condolences to the entire Allen family,Betty will be missed dearly.We have all grown up but you hang onto the fondest memories of all and a life time of good memories with the Allen’s is what I have,I think back 50 years and I don’t think I ever saw her without a smile and a nice thing to say.R.I.P.Betty
Betty was my friend and one of my long time Avon customers. When my kids were little they always wanted to go with me to deliver Bettys Avon order. They loved visiting with her as much as I did. I always took all three of my kids by her house for Halloween. She always had a special bag of candy made up special for each of my kids. She never missed sending our family a Christmas card. I think her’s were always one of the first cards that we received every year. Betty was one special lady who will be greatly missed. My Condolences go out to the entire Allen Family. Pamela, Russ, Kalee Ann, Heather, & Tyce Bush
My family offers our condolences. Betty was a great neighbor throughout my childhood years. R. Stephen Andrew,Jr. and family
Linda, Becky, Danny, Doug so sorry that your Mom has left this Earth. She always seemed to have such a soft voice and a gentle laugh that will be missed by many. She was like a Step-mom to my kids and Doug and Amy were like step kids to me. Time sure gets away from us doesn’t it? I remember the Euchre club we were in and the good times we had. My deepest sympathy goes out to you all and your extended families at this time. My prayer is that somehow you will all get through this and continue to be drawn to each other so you can reminisce over old memories together. You’re all that are left of this branch of the Allen family tree and it has it’s good times and bad times. May the future find your bond to be drawn to the good times and bring you all together in that bond. Love each and every one of you. Your Mom was one of a kind.
Danny, Doug, Amy, and the rest of the Allen family, I am so sorry to hear of the passing of your mother. I wish I could have attended the service today but I just returned from being at summer camp for a week and saw that the service is today. If there is anything I can do, please let me know. She is with your Dad and in a much better place. I am sure they are both keeping watch over all of us.
June and I are saddened to hear of Betty’s passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with the family. May there be peace and comfort during this time of sadness. Jerry & JuneConner
Danny, Doug and Amy we are so sorry to hear about the death of your mom. She was a nice and special person. Our deepest sympathy goes to your entire family. We love you guys Betty and Vicki Mattox
Dear Allen Family, we are so sad to hear about the death of my Aunt Betty..always love her.
Betty touched the lives of so many fortunate individuals. Our sincere love and sympathy to the family. Regards, Barbara, Angie, Mike II, and Jennifer Dell
I knew Betty for many years. Used to sew for her for several years. Very nice lady. My condolences to the family.
Dear Baby sister, I missed and loved you so much, and reminisce our happy childhood in the Ole Brown County. We shall meet again someday and have a longer visit. My deepest condolences to the Family. Lovingly, Sis Peggy
Our loving condolences to the Allen Family. We had a wonderful Life growing up with her. She was one of the greatest person who always was very compassionate concerning the children. We will remember her for that. Peggy, Charles, Jeff, and Daniel Dell