John W. Allen Jr.

August 29, 1943 – March 28, 2016

John W. Allen, Jr. was born in Cookeville, Tennessee on August 29, 1943 to parents Arintha Bowman Allen and John Winnell Allen, Sr. He was preceded in death by his parents, his sister, Janice Ullmann, and his beloved dog, Boomer. He is survived by sons, Michael Deron (Laura), John Scott (Laura) of Michigan and David Rhett (Megan) of Texas; grandsons, Blake, J.D., Brent and Kurt; sisters, Carrol Rippetoe (Dennis) of Michigan and Sandra Harris (Chuck) of Tennessee; aunt Dorthy Mason; numerous nieces, nephews and cousins; and special friends, Suzanne Gabrielle and Danny (Bobbi Jean) Gabrielle. John loved sports and enjoyed many sporting events with his sons, especially Michigan football games; fishing was another favorite pastime. We are grateful to God for his presence on earth as father, grandfather, brother and friend. Visitation will take place at Kaul Funeral Home, 35201 Garfield Rd. Clinton Township, MI on Sun. April 24 from 12-2 pm. In lieu of flowers, please consider memorial contributions to the Michigan Humane Society.