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Allen Fletcher

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Allen Fletcher Veteran

Birth
Kosciusko, Attala County, Mississippi, USA
Death
4 Feb 2024 (aged 75)
Kosciusko, Attala County, Mississippi, USA
Burial
Williamsville, Attala County, Mississippi, USA Add to Map
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Allen Fletcher


Allen Fletcher was born to the late Ollen Fletcher, Jr., and Ophelia (Teague) Fletcher on February 11, 1948, in Kosciusko, MS.


At an early age, he accepted Christ in his life and joined Pleasant Hill Missionary Baptist Church. He served as a deacon for 50 years. Allen loved his church and to pray, sing, and talk.


He received his education in the Attala County School District and later went to the Tipton Street Bobcat School. He graduated in the Class of 1966.


He was drafted into the Army and was sent to Germany during his time of service. He served 18 months and 24 days.


When he returned to his hometown, he worked for Superior Coach, Sheller Globe, truck driver at KLM, and then retired. Once in retirement, he started his plumbing and electrical work.


He enjoyed fishing, singing, working, and loved his grandchildren.


Allen was an active member of numerous organizations. He was a member of Claude Martin Presley VFW Post #5051, in which he served as the Commander and Treasurer for many years. He was also a member of the American Legion Fred Wasson Post #44 as Sergeant of Arms; Treasurer of Mt. Hope Association; Treasurer of the Little Hill Lodge #43; Patron and the Most Worshipful Prince Hall Grand Lodge F and A.M. of the Jurisdiction of Mississippi of The Little Hill Chapter #53; Past Grand Patron and newly elected Grand Associate Patron with the order of Eastern Star; and Assistant Grand Treasurer of the M and W Prince Hall Grand Lodge of Mississippi F and A.M. Masonic Lodge.


He was preceded in death by his parents, Ollen Fletcher, Jr., and Ophelia (Teague) Fletcher; grandparents, Ollen Fletcher, Sr., and Nelar Dodd Fletcher; (two brothers) Junior Fletcher, and Alvin Fletcher; (six sisters) Ollie Mae Winters, Jessie Pearl Tribble, Ann Dorthy Rimmer, Mozzel Wingo, Annie Catherine Collins, and Jean Albury.


He leaves to cherish his memories to his wife, Sally Faye (Quarles) Fletcher of Kosciusko, MS; his children son, Trentis Fletcher of Kosciusko, MS; stepson, Christopher (LaTonya) Bradley of Raleigh, MS; daughters, Daphne (Johnny) Teague of Jackson, MS; Trenia Breaux of New Orleans, LA; Angel Fletcher of Kosciusko, MS; and stepchildren, Vangie, Duane, and Rafael Quarles of Memphis, TN; siblings, Mae Willie (Frank) Williams of Kosciusko, MS; Molly Flourney of Detroit, MI; Edward Fletcher, and McKinley (Mary) Fletcher of Fayetteville, AR; he also leaves priceless memories to his grandchildren, Tierra Walker, Madison Fletcher, Trinity Fletcher, Courtney (Alex( Isom, Zachary (Gabrielle) Jackson, Amber Jackson, Jessica Lewis, Brayden Breaux and Christopher Fletcher; five great-grandchildren and a host of nieces, nephews, and cousins.



PLACE OF SERVICE: Pleasant Hill M. B. Church, Kosciusko, MS.

DATE OF SERVICE: Saturday, Feb 10, 2024, at 11:00 a.m.

INTERMENT: Pleasant Hill Cemetery, Kosciusko, MS.

VIEWING: Friday, Feb 09, 2024, from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

FAMILY HOUR: Friday, Feb 09, 2024, from 6:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.

Contributor 47423182


Allen Fletcher


Allen Fletcher was born to the late Ollen Fletcher, Jr., and Ophelia (Teague) Fletcher on February 11, 1948, in Kosciusko, MS.


At an early age, he accepted Christ in his life and joined Pleasant Hill Missionary Baptist Church. He served as a deacon for 50 years. Allen loved his church and to pray, sing, and talk.


He received his education in the Attala County School District and later went to the Tipton Street Bobcat School. He graduated in the Class of 1966.


He was drafted into the Army and was sent to Germany during his time of service. He served 18 months and 24 days.


When he returned to his hometown, he worked for Superior Coach, Sheller Globe, truck driver at KLM, and then retired. Once in retirement, he started his plumbing and electrical work.


He enjoyed fishing, singing, working, and loved his grandchildren.


Allen was an active member of numerous organizations. He was a member of Claude Martin Presley VFW Post #5051, in which he served as the Commander and Treasurer for many years. He was also a member of the American Legion Fred Wasson Post #44 as Sergeant of Arms; Treasurer of Mt. Hope Association; Treasurer of the Little Hill Lodge #43; Patron and the Most Worshipful Prince Hall Grand Lodge F and A.M. of the Jurisdiction of Mississippi of The Little Hill Chapter #53; Past Grand Patron and newly elected Grand Associate Patron with the order of Eastern Star; and Assistant Grand Treasurer of the M and W Prince Hall Grand Lodge of Mississippi F and A.M. Masonic Lodge.


He was preceded in death by his parents, Ollen Fletcher, Jr., and Ophelia (Teague) Fletcher; grandparents, Ollen Fletcher, Sr., and Nelar Dodd Fletcher; (two brothers) Junior Fletcher, and Alvin Fletcher; (six sisters) Ollie Mae Winters, Jessie Pearl Tribble, Ann Dorthy Rimmer, Mozzel Wingo, Annie Catherine Collins, and Jean Albury.


He leaves to cherish his memories to his wife, Sally Faye (Quarles) Fletcher of Kosciusko, MS; his children son, Trentis Fletcher of Kosciusko, MS; stepson, Christopher (LaTonya) Bradley of Raleigh, MS; daughters, Daphne (Johnny) Teague of Jackson, MS; Trenia Breaux of New Orleans, LA; Angel Fletcher of Kosciusko, MS; and stepchildren, Vangie, Duane, and Rafael Quarles of Memphis, TN; siblings, Mae Willie (Frank) Williams of Kosciusko, MS; Molly Flourney of Detroit, MI; Edward Fletcher, and McKinley (Mary) Fletcher of Fayetteville, AR; he also leaves priceless memories to his grandchildren, Tierra Walker, Madison Fletcher, Trinity Fletcher, Courtney (Alex( Isom, Zachary (Gabrielle) Jackson, Amber Jackson, Jessica Lewis, Brayden Breaux and Christopher Fletcher; five great-grandchildren and a host of nieces, nephews, and cousins.



PLACE OF SERVICE: Pleasant Hill M. B. Church, Kosciusko, MS.

DATE OF SERVICE: Saturday, Feb 10, 2024, at 11:00 a.m.

INTERMENT: Pleasant Hill Cemetery, Kosciusko, MS.

VIEWING: Friday, Feb 09, 2024, from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

FAMILY HOUR: Friday, Feb 09, 2024, from 6:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.

Contributor 47423182



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