Roy Edward Allen

Roy Edward Allen, age 80, of Corbin, KY passed away Saturday, March 4, 2017 at Baptist Health Corbin surrounded by family.
He was born July 10, 1936 in Morley, TN. He was preceded in death by his father James E. Allen, mother Otie G. (Sulfridge) Allen, sister Iva E. Simmons, and brother Eulice Gene Allen.
He loved working with his hands, whether it was building something with wood or cooking for family and friends. He also loved county music as well as playing poker and BINGO. He was retired and had worked for the Housing Authority for the City of Bellefontaine, Ohio.
He is survived by his wife of 60 years, Mary Jane (Harmon) Allen, his brother Cecil E. (Becky) Allen, his children Richard E. (Lori) Allen, Michael R. Allen, Patricia A. Allen, Vickie L. (Les) Maier and Steve J. (Dawn) Allen, 9 grandchildren, 11 great-grandchildren, many nieces and nephews, and his loyal dog Miles.
There will be a private celebration of his life at a later date.