Mr. Robert "Bobby" Allen

Bobby attended Cathedral High School. After High School he attended Martin University. Bobby enlisted in the Air force where he became a decorated Airman and was a part of the Official United States Air force traveling basketball league. The USAF basketball team traveled throughout Europe for moral support for their fellow servicemen.

Bobby was a dedicated United Postal worker for 43 years, and a Pike township bus driver for 4 years. His work ethic was unmatched. His determination to get through the youth he came in contact with was a never ending task. He taught and spoke about character and mutual respect to the children on his bus because he sincerely cared about them and their future wellbeing.

Bobby was a devoted and loving husband to his wife Carolyn for 18 years. He loved his wife Carolyn dearly and cherished her greatly. He was her protector and she was his number one princess.

Bobby was a wonderful, loving and devoted father to his children and grandchildren. He was an extraordinary man of character. He was our educator, encourager, and greatest supporter.

Bobby was an avid sports fan. He loved boxing, basketball, chess, and football. He especially loved supporting and watching his kids and grandchildren excel and participate in their individual sports. He was our biggest fan.

His most valuable achievement and his passion was his love for Christ and spreading the Gospel.

Bobby's passion for Christ was evident in the way he touched the people he came in contact with everyday. His love, charity, and obedience to God showed in his everyday living.

Robert "Bobby" Allen Jr. departed this life on Tuesday January 12, 2010 at the age of 71.

Bobby leaves to cherish his life and memory, his loving wife Carolyn, uncle George Hawkins (Geraldine Hawkins), sister Carla Allen, mother in-law Rose Marie Taylor. His five children; Derick Colbert (Shanessa Colbert), Deandra Young, Kevin Allen (Nakeisha Allen), Tonya Doaks (Gerrid Doaks), and Tiara Washington (Montez Washington). Grandchildren - Rashad, Latika, Asmaa, Gerrid, Darshay, Xaveon, Kayla, Alannah, Kamon, Arianaa, Deric Jr., Deloreon, Devin, Chimine, Rafael, Romare, and Shalyn, and a host of other cherished family and friends.