Celebrating the Life
of
Deacon John Charles Allen, Sr.
Saturday, July 21, 2018
1:00 p.m. Fortson Grove Baptist Church
Elberton, GA
Pastor Jaamal Rambert, Eulogist Pastor Warren Peek, Officiating
Interment − Fortson Grove Baptist Church Cemetery
Sunrise
July 10, 1941 Sunset
July 17, 2018
Services Entrusted To MACK’S FUNERAL HOME & CREMATION SERVICE
Hartwell Chapel 266 Maple Street Hartwell, GA 30643 (706) 376-7566
Elberton Chapel 320 College Ave Elberton, GA 30635 (706) 283-4566
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HONORARY FLOWER BEARERS Ellen Heard Bessie Thompson
FLOWER BEARERS Wanda Dubose Nancy Henderson Gloria Dean Oglesby Jackie Anderson Betty Fortson Kathy Almond
Tylesha Clark
HONORARY CASKET BEARER Thomas Hughes
CASKET BEARERS Jeff White Chris White Barry Henderson Dallas Dubose Brooks James Stephon Barnett
Luther Rayton, Jr.
USHERS Fortson Grove Baptist Church
ACKNOWLEDGEMENT
The family of the late Deacon John Charles Allen, Sr.
would like to thank everyone for your kind expressions of sym-
pathy during our time of bereavement.
The Family
OBITUARY
Mr. John Charles Allen Sr., son of the late Mr. Eugene
Allen and Mrs. Rozell Statom Allen, was born on July 10,
1941 in Elbert County, GA. The Lord called him home on
July 17, 2018.
Mr. John Charles Allen Sr. was a dedicated and studious
man who served as a role model to his children, as well as a
faithful, loving husband, who completely cherished his wife for
over 32 years. He worked in the granite industry as a machine
operator for 44 years, and at an early age, he joined Fortson
Grove Baptist Church, where he served as a faithful deacon
until his departure. John had a passion for fishing, gardening,
and in the family’s opinion he had the best barbeque worldwide.
Deacon John Charles Allen Sr. was preceded in death by
two sons, Stanley Eugene Allen and Kevin Leonard Allen, and
two grandsons, Rodrigues Antonio Allen and Rodricus Deonta
Allen.
Deacon John Charles Allen Sr. is survived by his wife, Imogene
Hughes Allen, his children, John Charles Jr. (Martha Allen), Gaydene
Allen King, Andrea (Randy) Rayton, Marvin Hughes, Tabitha
(Jaamal) Rambert, Spencer Bradford, and Kizswan Pressley; One
brother, Fred D. Allen, and one sister, Flossie Mae (Nathaniel) Booker;
12 grandchildren, 10 great-grandchildren, and one great-great grand-
child; one brother-in-law Thomas Hughes and one sister-in-
law Ellen Heard; and a host of nieces, nephews, family, and
friends.
John Charles Allen Sr. was loved by all who knew him and
enjoyed his life to the fullest. We mourn the loss of an incredible
man, who was full of wisdom and guidance. Heaven rejoices in
a glorious celebration as he is welcomed home. “His Master replied,
‘Well done, good and faithful servant! You have been faithful with
a few things; I will put you in charge of many things. Come and
share your master’s happiness!’ (Matthew 25:23)
ORDER OF SERVICE
Processional ………………….....……. Pastor Warren Peek
Selection ………………………………... Norman Brothers
Scriptures:
Old Testament …………….....… Pastor Michael Routh
New Testament . ……………….… Pastor John Barnett
Prayer …………….………….……….....… Pastor John Tatum
Selection …………………….…….….. Flossie Booker & Family
Remarks ……………………………….…..… 2 Minutes Please
Acknowledgement ………………….… Rev. Justin McCalla
Solo ……………………………….… Pastor Maxine Blake
Eulogy …………………...….....….. Pastor Jaamal Rambert
Recessional …………..….……….……… Norman Brothers
Interment ~ Fortson Grove Baptist Church Cemetery
POEM
A JOB WELL DONE
I cannot remember the number of times I have picked up my
phone and dialed your number and I also cannot remember a
time where you have not answered on the first ring! I sit back
sometimes and think about how privileged I was to have
someone so reliable and helpful with any situation. Whether
it was a major problem such as a flat tire, or a simple issue
like bringing me soup because I was sick. No matter the problem,
incident, situation, or occasion...You were there with a lending
hand. Webster's definition of wisdom is this: the quality of
having experience, knowledge, and good judgement. A wise
person has common sense and intelligence in nearly all areas
of life. A grandfather has the wisdom of long experience and
the love of an understanding heart. You brought warmth and
embrace and always placed a smile on my face. You've
shared many precious and humorous stories and I have
enjoyed listening to each and every one of them. Along with my
father, you have indeed shown me what to look for in a hus-
band. I have thanked God many times that he sent me a
grandfather like you. You were outspoken, nosey, and very
impatient at times; But you were also caring, giving, hard-
working, and you loved unconditionally. “A job well done”
are the words I know you will hear as you enter the gates of
Heaven.
Sincerely,
Miya
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