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Francis Edward Allen, 79, of Concord, passed away on Thursday, April 21, 2016, at the Tucker Hospice House in Kannapolis, NC. Mr. Allen was born on March 23, 1937 in DuPage County, Illinois to the late Vincent Allen and Elsie Lesmann Allen. Francis proudly served his country in the United States Army.
Mr. Allen was a member of New Hope Worship Center in Concord and worked in NASCAR for over 30 years before becoming Owner/Operator of a CARQUEST Auto Parts store in Denver, NC. He enjoyed playing golf, time at the beach, and spending time with his family.
He is survived by his wife of 50 years, Jane Jacobs Allen of Concord; two daughters, Gina Dunagan and husband Steve of Concord, and Dana Brewer and husband Tim of Peachtree City, GA; grandchildren, Cayson Dunagan, Emma Dunagan, Suzy Kessler, Brittany Strickler and husband Kyle, Ashton Cooper and husband Alistar, and Jared Kessler; and one great grandchild, Madison Elizabeth Strickler.
A “Celebration of Life” service will be held on Saturday, April 30, 2016, at New Hope Worship Center in Concord, conducted by Pastor Dale Jenkins. Visitation will be 10:30 a.m. with the service to follow at 12:00 noon.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to New Hope Worship Center “Youth Camps”, 452 Brookwood Ave NE., Concord, NC 28025.
Carolina Cremation of Salisbury and Charlotte is serving the Allen family. Online condolences may be made at www.carolinacremation.com.
Diane (Glass) Scott says
Jane, Gina and Dana,
There is not a summer memory I have without Frances and all of you in it. There are things that Frances taught me that I passed on to my daughter and I was truly blessed to have known him and for all of you to be a part of my life.
May God Be With You!
Diane
Carolyn and Sue Glass’ Sister
Ms. F. Taylor says
To The Allen Family,
Death leaves a heartache that only God Almighty can heal, Love leaves precious memories that no one can steal. Through heartfelt prayers, we can come to experience “the peace of God that excel all thought.” Philippians 4:7.
With Sadness, Peace and Hope,
Roger and Carol Gregory says
Jane: You are in our thoughts and prayer as you have to begin your life without your companion of 50 years. Francis was a dear friend and he will be misses by many who loved him. Our hearts are broken but we know that Francis is now where he will feel no more pain and we all have to make sure we will one day be together with him again with our Lord and Savior Deepest Sympathy Roger and Carol Gregory
Nancy Lorenzen Harrington says
Jane – may our Lord bless and comfort you and your family. Please accept my sincere condolences.
Nancy Lorenzen Harrington
Kenny and Kim Sigmon says
Jane and family,
I am so sorry for your loss. We just heard. France’s was a big part of my adult life and I learned so much working for Francis at CarQuest. During this time we met you and your family. We enjoyed our times together.
Love and hugs,
Kenny and Kim Sigmon
And family
Karen Pensgen says
Jane and Family, I was saddened to read about Francis’ passing. My thoughts are with you and your family at this difficult time. May good memories sustain you in this time of sadness. Karen Pensgen