John William Allen, 71 of Benton, Kentucky passed away on Tuesday, June 4, 2024 at Marshall Co. Hospital E. R. in Benton, Kentucky.
John was born in Washtenaw, Michigan on August 5, 1952 to the late William Allen and Myrtle Mitchell Allen. He proudly served our country overseas in the United States Army for 9 years. John worked as a laborer at Ford Motor Company and also owned Allen Heating and Air. He was a member of the Ham Radio association and was of the Baptist faith.
He is survived by his wife of 43 years, Darlene Lofton Allen; one daughter, Johnna Marie Gunn (Jeremy) of Dawson Springs, KY; one sister, Melinda Franklin of Benton, KY and one grandchild, Aubrie Simons.
He was preceded in death by his parents.
A funeral service will be held at 2:00 PM on Sunday, June 9, 2024 at Collier Funeral Home. Interment will follow at Hartsfield Cemetery, Benton, KY.
Visitation will begin at 12:00 PM to 2:00 PM on Sunday, June 9, 2024 at Collier Funeral Chapel, 211 West 5th St., Benton, Kentucky.