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Charles Paul Allen

1953 - 2014

Charles Paul Allen obituary, 1953-2014, Lawrence, MO

BORN

1953

DIED

2014

Charles Allen Obituary

Charles Paul Allen

Charles Paul Allen peacefully entered into rest surrounded by his family on Sunday, October 19, 2014. Chuck was born June 23, 1953, to C. Roger Allen and the late Jean S. Allen. Beloved husband of Renee P. Allen for 37 blessed years. Loving father of Melissa (Joseph Koepke) Allen, Kristen (Michael) Forth and Kimberly (Joseph) Grana. Dear grandfather to Tyler, Jackson, Reece, Ruby, Henry, Emmy, Charlie, Jack and Alex. Brother to Chad (Sherri) Allen, Timothy (Patty) Allen, Thomas Allen and brother-in law to Richard Proctor and Matthew (Amy) Proctor. Son in law to John (Rosemary) Proctor and the late Ruby Grace Proctor.

Growing up in Lawrence, Kansas and a KU alum, Chuck was an enthusiastic Jayhawk fan. After moving to St. Louis, he met the love of his life, went on to receive a MBA from Washington University and worked for AT&T for 31 years. He enjoyed spending time with his family, skeet shooting, fishing and was an avid golfer. As a final selfless act, Chuck chose to donate his brain to Washington University in hopes to further research and understanding of dementia / Alzheimer's Disease, which claimed the life of both himself and his mother.

Service:

A memorial mass will be held on Saturday, October, 25, 10:30 a.m. at Assumption Catholic Church, 4725 Mattis Rd. In lieu of flowers, contributions in his memory may be made to the Alzheimer's Association.

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Published by Lawrence Journal-World on Oct. 22, 2014.
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Maureen Bee

December 16, 2014

Those we love don't go away, they walk beside us every day, unseen, unheard, but always near, still loved, still missed and very dear. Miss you Chuck. Renee I hope you can find peace. So sorry for your loss.

Maureen Bee

December 16, 2014

Rest in peace Chuck. Our prayers and condolences to your family. Chuck was a great friend and fraternity brother.

In hoc and God Bless You,

Mark Bronston

October 27, 2014

Renee, I hope you and your family soon find peace out of your grief. I was so blessed to get to know the kind hearted person that Chuck was. He was greatly loved and will be greatly missed.

Ellie Tucker

October 26, 2014

I know Chuck is in a better place now. It's sad to see someone so young taken by this terrible disease.

Chuck was one of my best friends in my years at the Sigma Chi house. My prayers go out to his family.

Scott Shaffer

October 25, 2014

May the White Cross of Sigma Chi bring our Brother home. He will be missed as he was and is a true brother who touched many throughout his years. ALL HONOR TO HIS NAME.

Bo Starks

October 25, 2014

Very sad to learn of Chuck's passing. Eventho I haven't seen him since college it sounds as tho he remained a true Sig. Thank you brother for your kindness and steadfastness a true man to emulate. In the name of the Father, Son and Holy Spirit hold the gates open for this sinner. IH

D. Thaine Foster

October 24, 2014

My deepest sympathy. Chuck was as good a man as I know. He will be missed.
In Hoc

David Blackwood

October 24, 2014

To the Allen Family ~
My thoughts and prayers are with all of you!
With lots of love!
Lynn ~ XOXO

Lynn Wilson-Bruce

October 24, 2014

23 Oct.,2014,Thurs. At this time of sadness and grief, my Thoughts/Prayers for all the Family Members. Mr. A.D. Grana…Worthing,W.Susses, England.UK

Anthony D. Grana

October 23, 2014

To Roger and all of the Allen clan, please know that you have our deepest sympathy. Some of my earliest memories are of visiting Lawrence every year, pestering the folks to go play with "Shuck and Shad". May God bless all of you in this time of sadness.

Rick and Sally Stucker

October 23, 2014

To the Allen family
Chuck touched my life in many ways both personally and professionally. He was part of my extended family at work especially when I was pregnant and working up to the last minute, trying to predict if I would make it into work the next day. We shared lots of family stories which brought tears of laughter and joy to a workplace that could be very stressful at times. Even during the distance between Texas and Missouri, he was still connected to my life. I'll never forget what he and your family have given me. Although the last part of his life was silent and private, it's his whole life that made a difference in all our lives.

Debbie Vander Pluym

October 22, 2014

Renee my heart hurts for you and your family. My Mr Chuck will always have a special place in my heart.

Monica Robinson

October 22, 2014

Rog, Chad, Tim and Tom--I have thought about all of you often and the good times when our children were growing up. I was so sorry to hear about Chuck. Prayers and God Bless.

Marion Boyle

October 22, 2014

To Rog, Chad, Tim and Tom---
I have thought so much about you and the good times when our children were growing up. Prayers and God Bless.
Marion Boyle

October 22, 2014

It's impossible to list or describe all that I admired about Chuck as a friend, boss, professional,and model dad. He made everything look easy; most of all kindness. Chuck left us too soon. Requiem aeternam dona ei, Domine, et lux perpetua luceat ei. Requiescat in pace.

Edwin

October 22, 2014

I worked with Chuck in both StL and San Antonio and he was a great friend and colleague. When we relocated to SA in '93, he became my golfing buddy until his family was able to relocate. We always went to Mass on Holy Days and he would fish in his pocket to either offer or request a "church single" from someone else when the collection basket came around. We will all miss him greatly.

John Hinrichs

October 22, 2014

We are sincerely sorry for the loss of Chuck. His contribution to Alzheimer's research is admirable.
Allen & Mary Grob

October 22, 2014

I worked with Chuck for several years when he was the Assistant Treasurer at AT&T. He was a great guy...funny, nice, and great to work with. I am so sad to hear of his passing; he is missed. My condolences to his family, may you be comforted by memories of your time with him.

Lisa De La Garza

October 22, 2014

Roger,
How very sorry we a re for your loss. You are in our thoughts at this difficult time.

Jim & Cara Connelly

October 22, 2014

My condolences to Renee and the entire Allen family.

Chuck was a great boss, mentor and friend. He took a chance on me, a kid with no experience, and he taught me to be a perfectionist with my work. Chuck may be gone but his legacy is entrenched where I work today. The associates I'm responsible for all hear stories about Chuck and I try to coach them as well as he coached me. He made a difference, and a lot of people are better off because he cared.

God Bless.

David Otto

October 22, 2014

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