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James Allen Obituary

A resident of Kentwood passed away on Wednesday, November 8, 2017 at Richard Murphy Hospice House in Hammond. He was born December 13, 1935 in Kentwood and was 81 years of age. He had a full and long life and enjoyed every day of it. He was co-owner and operator of Kentwood Farm Center. Also, he was a City Councilman and Alderman for the Town of Kentwood for many years. He is survived by his wife, Hazel Lee Allen; 2 sons, David Young Allen and James Allen, Jr.; 6 grandchildren, Eli Allen and wife, Marla, Savana Allen, Jordan Allen, Stephen Allen, Katie Allen, and Landon Allen; brother, Keith Allen; sister, Dorothy Gill and husband, Billy; and sister in law, Rosalie Wheeler. Preceded in death by his parents, J. Y. and Mamie Allen. Visitation at First Baptist Church of Kentwood from 9 a.m. until religious services at 11 a.m. on Saturday, November 11, 2017. Interment Woodland Cemetery, Kentwood. McKneely Funeral Home, Kentwood, in charge of arrangements. For an online guestbook, visit http://www.mckneelys.com.

Published by The Advocate from Nov. 8 to Nov. 11, 2017.
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Ann Huff

November 16, 2017

Hazel, David & Jamey, We were so sorry to hear about James' passing. We have some very good memories of your family. May God bless all your family with peace of mind and heart.

BRO. BILL & LINDA Boulton

November 12, 2017

May the God of all comfort strengthen the family during this time of deep sorrow. Those who pass on, God keeps in his memory because they are precious in his eyes. My sincerest condolences. (Psalms 116:15)

November 12, 2017

Dannie and Iris walker

November 11, 2017

So sorry to hear the news. We were classmates and I remember him fondly. May God bless and comfort you in you
loss.

Dallas Johnson

November 11, 2017

My sincere condolences for the loss of your loved one. May God give you the strength to endure.

November 11, 2017

When someone you love becomes a memory, the memory becomes a treasure. May the wonderful treasures fill your heart with love and bring you peace. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.

November 10, 2017

Hazel and Fsmily,
We are so sorry to read about Mr. James. Nice memories of your family while working at FGB with Rosalie. Too long to admit the date. Please know are thoughts and prayers are with you and yours.

Ginger & Bob Landry

November 9, 2017

So sorry to hear of Mr James's passing. He was a fine person. Each of you are in mine and Mom's thoughts and prayers now and in the days to come.

Gail

November 9, 2017

Please accept my sincere condolences, May the love of family and friends comfort you through your grief and days ahead, let loving memories of James to warm your heart. Isaiah 61:1,2 "God binds up the brokenhearted and comforts all who mourn."

T Hines

November 9, 2017

Mrs. Hazel and Family,
So very sorry to hear about Mr. James. All of you are in my thoughts and prayers and will continue to be in the days to come.

Tammy McGehee Ott

November 9, 2017

Hazel, so sorry to here about James. You are in our thoughts and prayers. Love, Adren and Ivanee Raybourn.

Adren and Ivanee Raybourn

November 8, 2017

So sorry to hear about Mr James! Ours thoughts & prayers are w/You Ms. Hazel, David, Jay & families.

Miranda & Tate Erwin

November 8, 2017

Hazel,
My heart, thoughts and prayers are with you and the family at this time.

Peachoe Moore

November 8, 2017

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