Allen B. Mace

MARBLEHEAD - Allen Babson Mace - age 89, of Marblehead, died on Wednesday, January 31, 2024 at the Soldiers' Home in Chelsea. He was the husband of the late Barbara L. (Rogers) Mace with whom he shared 53 years of marriage.

Born in Marblehead, he was the son of the late Samuel H. and Laura M. (Emerton) Mace. He graduated from Marblehead High School with the class of 1952 and served in the US Airforce in Alaska during the Korean Conflict. He worked as a forklift driver for many years at Salem Oil & Grease Company until his retirement.

He was the loving father of Allen W. Mace and his late wife, Pamela and Robert E. Mace and his wife Jayne; the cherished grandfather of Abby Mace; and the dear brother of the late Edward Mace and Doris Torrey. He is also survived by several nieces, nephews, cousins and other extended family members.

A Memorial Graveside Service will be held at a later date to be announced.

In lieu of flowers, contributions in his memory may be made to the Soldiers’ Home in Chelsea Activities and Recreation Fund, 91 Crest Ave, Chelsea, MA 02150.

Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be made at eustisandcornellfuneralhome.com for the Mace family.