Obituary
Stanley- Roger B. Allen, age 82, passed away Friday, June 23, 2023.
Friends may call on Friday, June 30, from Noon until 2 p.m. at the Kenneth J. Perkins Funeral Home in Gorham. A funeral service will be held following calling hours at 2 p.m. Burial will be in Little Church Cemetery
Memorial Contributions can be made to Little Church Cemetery, P.O. Box 117, Hall, NY 14463 or to the Alzheimer’s Association, 435 E Henrietta Rd, Rochester, NY 14620.
Roger was born on October 1, 1940, a son of the late Burlin and Marion Hey Allen. He was a graduate of Gorham Central School, Class of 1959. Roger loved farming and was a farmer all of his adult life. He was a very hard worker. Roger was a member of the Boy Scouts of America, where he obtained the rank of Eagle Scout, the Farm Bureau, the FFA and the Gorham Rotary Club. Roger loved country music and played guitar and sang in a band in his younger years.
Roger is survived by a son, Marty (Tammy) Allen; 3 daughters, Cheryl (Ted) Tompkins, Amy (Kevin) Eagley and Mary (Ron) Bush; 8 grandchildren, Jon (Haley) Eagley, Ryan (Hannah) Eagley, Matthew (Ezra) Tompkins, Mark Tompkins, Kyle Allen, Nathan Allen and 2 granddaughters; 3 great-grandchildren, Brycen, Everlee and Brody Eagley; a brother, Larry (Mary Ellen) Allen; sister-in-law, Sharon Allen; as well as several nieces and nephews.
Roger was predeceased by his parents; his wife Lily Ann Phillips Allen and a brother James Allen.
Please visit www.kenperkinsfuneralhome.com to send a message of condolence to the Allen Family.
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Kenneth J. Perkins Funeral Home
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Kenneth J. Perkins Funeral Home
Gorham, NY
Condolences
Kym Perry from Gorham New York on Jun. 27, 2023
I’m honored to enjoyed Roger & Lily at the time every minute. Roger was very special,caring loved life. He will be missed very much but always be in our hearts where ever we go. Now in heaven dancing with the love of his life he cherished the most Lily RIP! My condolences to all the family.
Brian Hart from Syracuse, NY on Jun. 28, 2023
Dear Allen Family and Friends,
My condolences on the passing of Mr. Allen. Although I never had the pleasure of meeting him, I have worked with his daughter, Cheryl, for many years. Based on the grace of Cheryl's personality and her always kind and gentle ways, I am certain that Roger was a very special person. I am sorry for your loss and hope that you find peace through the grace of time and take comfort in his memories.
Leah Hotchkiss from manchester, NY on Jun. 29, 2023
Amy and family, Sorry for your loss. I went to school with your parents in Gorham. Prayers for you and your family. With sympathy, Leah Hotchkiss Ps my maiden name is Kuntz.
Patricia Eddinger from Geneva, New York on Jun. 29, 2023
We are unable to attend the calling hours, tomorrow, but want you all to know we are thinking of you. Losing your brother, or your Dad, certainly is difficult and we are sending prayers for your comfort going forward. Sincerely, Patti and Randy Eddinger
Dean Whitcher from Rush, NY on Jun. 29, 2023
Sending heartfelt condolences to the Allen family. Rog was a good friend to my Dad, Sheldon. He will be missed.
Jennifer Jensen from Penn Yan on Jul. 1, 2023
Our sincere condolences to the Allen family. Would have been to service if knew about it. All take care at this time of mourning
Prayers your way.