Allen was born on September 6, 1940, in Wilkes Barre, Pennsylvania but was a longtime resident of Augusta. He was a member of Adas Yeshuron Synagogue and attended Lyndale School and Training Center.
Family members include his brother, Ronald Stahler(Susan), his two nephews, Patrick Stahler(Donna) and Mark Stahler (Suzanne) and his niece, Jennifer Haynes(Dennis). Additional survivors are the children of his nephews and niece: Brooke Anger(Matt), Lindsay Stahler, Rachel Stahler, David Stahler, Harrison Stahler, Ford Haynes and Sutton Haynes.
A private graveside service was held on Monday, October 29th at Magnolia Cemetery and officiated by Rabbi David Sirull.
If so desired, memorials to honor Allen may be made to Lyndale School and Training Center; 1490 Eisenhower Drive; Augusta, Georgia, 30904.