John Sherman Allen Sr.

He is well known in East and West Knoxville as the Manager then Owner of Poll Parrot then Allen’s Shoe Store from the early 50s until he retired in 1988.

He was preceded in death by his wife of 59 years, Louise Allen; parents, Harry C. Allen and Ola Ann Allen Hamilton; brothers, James Allen and Mark Allen; sisters, Ella Mae Carrigan and Marie McCroskey.

John is survived by his son and daughter-in-law, John S. Allen, Jr. and Brenda Allen; sisters, Burnice De Simone and June Terry; brother, Bill Allen; beloved granddaughter, Paige Allen; and several nieces and nephews.

Private services will be held at Berry Highland Memorial, 5315 Kingston Pike, Knoxville, TN 37919.

Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.berryhighlandmemorial.com for the Allen family.