Ronald D. Allman

Ronald Allman, 74, Mooresville, passed away at 9:50 a.m., May 31, 2016 at Methodist Hospital in Indianapolis. He was born at home, delivered by his Aunt Idella McGuire on November 8, 1941, in Kannapolis, North Carolina, to the late Barner J. Allman and Anna McGuire Allman.

He spent his early years in North Carolina and moved to Mooresville to live with his father at age 8. Mr. Allman graduated from Mooresville High School in 1960; the same year he started working at GM Truck and Bus in Indianapolis. Known as 'Herc” by his many friends, he retired after 32 years as a Machine Repairman and a member of the UAW.

Ron was a racer in his youth, drag racing a '55 Chevy he modified and built himself, and enjoyed watching sports and seeing classic automobiles. By far, his passion was playing pool--culminating in a runner up finish in the world 8 Ball Championship in 1992. Ron was blessed as a lung transplant recipient in 2001. In later years Ron became less social, but he never forgot the many friends made over his lifetime and spoke of them often.

He is survived by his children, Neal Allman (Anna) and Jane Yoder, both of Mooresville, Rondell Allman of Indianapolis; several grandchildren; a brother, James Allman of Nevada; a sister, Connie Allman of North Carolina; and several cousins from NC. He was preceded in death by another sister, Betty Sheets.

Services will begin at 3:30 p.m., Friday, June 3, 2016, in the chapel at Carlisle – Branson Funeral Service & Crematory, Mooresville. Visitation will be held from 1:30 until service time at the funeral home. Rev. Dennis Payton will officiate and burial will be in the Mooresville Cemetery. Visit www.CarlisleBranson.com to share a favorite memory or to sign the online guest registry.