After a courageous battle with ALS, Don entered into the loving arms of our Heavenly Father at the age of 70 in the early hours of Tuesday, April 6, 2021. Born the youngest to Donald L. and Mary A. (Herbst) Allen on July 28, 1950, Don grew up on the family farm and was a lifelong resident of Bath, Michigan. GOD forged a loving bond between Don and his wife of 40 years, Michelle (Burnett), married May 23, 1980. Together they raised their 4 children and special gift of a distant cousin in a CHRIST-centered home.
Don honored his LORD by serving in many areas of the body of CHRIST including audio/visual ministries, repairing electronic devices, and meeting other's needs being the all-around "fix it guy". A devoted husband, father, and grandfather, he also spent much of his time ministering to individual family members and helping out at each of their homes with all kinds of projects.
He apprenticed in the Elevator Shop at the MSU Physical Plant, and retired in 2012 after 42 years of service there. Don "Statler" made many memories and had great friendships with Larry "Waldorf" Hayner, Rick Sanford, and others at MSU. Don found solace in GOD's creation, taking long walks and spending time alone with the LORD in HIS natural settings. He and Michelle spent their retirement years travelling, exploring nature, and renovating their home together.
Don will be remembered as an authentic servant of GOD, a witness to the love of CHRIST and the hope of eternity, a faithful provider, the truest example of a good and Godly man, and the patriarch of our earthly family. He was preceded in death by his parents, an infant sister, and many aunts and uncles. Don is survived by his wife, Michelle; their children, Hollie (Jeremiah) Lane, Kellie (Michael) Soper, IvyLynn (Scott) Olson, Peter (Melissa) Allen, and Ondrayah Thornton; grandchildren, Abigail, Andrew, and Annabelle Soper, Alexis and Matthew Olson, Tyller Joy, Riley, and Noah Cantwell; and 4 great-grandchildren; brothers, David (Terri) Allen and Jeffrey (Carmen) Allen; Uncle Gene and Aunt Tilly Montaven; and many cousins, nieces, and nephews. Don, Dad, Grandpa, GGPa, and wise mentor - we hope to see you again in Our Heavenly Home.
Cremation arrangements entrusted to the Jansen Funeral Home in Columbiaville, Michigan.
Don honored his LORD by serving in many areas of the body of CHRIST including audio/visual ministries, repairing electronic devices, and meeting other's needs being the all-around "fix it guy". A devoted husband, father, and grandfather, he also spent much of his time ministering to individual family members and helping out at each of their homes with all kinds of projects.
He apprenticed in the Elevator Shop at the MSU Physical Plant, and retired in 2012 after 42 years of service there. Don "Statler" made many memories and had great friendships with Larry "Waldorf" Hayner, Rick Sanford, and others at MSU. Don found solace in GOD's creation, taking long walks and spending time alone with the LORD in HIS natural settings. He and Michelle spent their retirement years travelling, exploring nature, and renovating their home together.
Don will be remembered as an authentic servant of GOD, a witness to the love of CHRIST and the hope of eternity, a faithful provider, the truest example of a good and Godly man, and the patriarch of our earthly family. He was preceded in death by his parents, an infant sister, and many aunts and uncles. Don is survived by his wife, Michelle; their children, Hollie (Jeremiah) Lane, Kellie (Michael) Soper, IvyLynn (Scott) Olson, Peter (Melissa) Allen, and Ondrayah Thornton; grandchildren, Abigail, Andrew, and Annabelle Soper, Alexis and Matthew Olson, Tyller Joy, Riley, and Noah Cantwell; and 4 great-grandchildren; brothers, David (Terri) Allen and Jeffrey (Carmen) Allen; Uncle Gene and Aunt Tilly Montaven; and many cousins, nieces, and nephews. Don, Dad, Grandpa, GGPa, and wise mentor - we hope to see you again in Our Heavenly Home.
Cremation arrangements entrusted to the Jansen Funeral Home in Columbiaville, Michigan.
After a courageous battle with ALS, Don entered into the loving arms of our Heavenly Father at the age of 70 in the early hours of Tuesday, April 6, 2021. Born the youngest to Donald L. and Mary A. (Herbst) Allen on July 28, 1950, Don grew up on the family farm and was a lifelong resident of Bath, Michigan. GOD forged a loving bond between Don and his wife of 40 years, Michelle (Burnett), married May 23, 1980. Together they raised their 4 children and special gift of a distant cousin in a CHRIST-centered home.
Don honored his LORD by serving in many areas of the body of CHRIST including audio/visual ministries, repairing electronic devices, and meeting other's needs being the all-around "fix it guy". A devoted husband, father, and grandfather, he also spent much of his time ministering to individual family members and helping out at each of their homes with all kinds of projects.
He apprenticed in the Elevator Shop at the MSU Physical Plant, and retired in 2012 after 42 years of service there. Don "Statler" made many memories and had great friendships with Larry "Waldorf" Hayner, Rick Sanford, and others at MSU. Don found solace in GOD's creation, taking long walks and spending time alone with the LORD in HIS natural settings. He and Michelle spent their retirement years travelling, exploring nature, and renovating their home together.
Don will be remembered as an authentic servant of GOD, a witness to the love of CHRIST and the hope of eternity, a faithful provider, the truest example of a good and Godly man, and the patriarch of our earthly family. He was preceded in death by his parents, an infant sister, and many aunts and uncles. Don is survived by his wife, Michelle; their children, Hollie (Jeremiah) Lane, Kellie (Michael) Soper, IvyLynn (Scott) Olson, Peter (Melissa) Allen, and Ondrayah Thornton; grandchildren, Abigail, Andrew, and Annabelle Soper, Alexis and Matthew Olson, Tyller Joy, Riley, and Noah Cantwell; and 4 great-grandchildren; brothers, David (Terri) Allen and Jeffrey (Carmen) Allen; Uncle Gene and Aunt Tilly Montaven; and many cousins, nieces, and nephews. Don, Dad, Grandpa, GGPa, and wise mentor - we hope to see you again in Our Heavenly Home.
Cremation arrangements entrusted to the Jansen Funeral Home in Columbiaville, Michigan.
Don honored his LORD by serving in many areas of the body of CHRIST including audio/visual ministries, repairing electronic devices, and meeting other's needs being the all-around "fix it guy". A devoted husband, father, and grandfather, he also spent much of his time ministering to individual family members and helping out at each of their homes with all kinds of projects.
He apprenticed in the Elevator Shop at the MSU Physical Plant, and retired in 2012 after 42 years of service there. Don "Statler" made many memories and had great friendships with Larry "Waldorf" Hayner, Rick Sanford, and others at MSU. Don found solace in GOD's creation, taking long walks and spending time alone with the LORD in HIS natural settings. He and Michelle spent their retirement years travelling, exploring nature, and renovating their home together.
Don will be remembered as an authentic servant of GOD, a witness to the love of CHRIST and the hope of eternity, a faithful provider, the truest example of a good and Godly man, and the patriarch of our earthly family. He was preceded in death by his parents, an infant sister, and many aunts and uncles. Don is survived by his wife, Michelle; their children, Hollie (Jeremiah) Lane, Kellie (Michael) Soper, IvyLynn (Scott) Olson, Peter (Melissa) Allen, and Ondrayah Thornton; grandchildren, Abigail, Andrew, and Annabelle Soper, Alexis and Matthew Olson, Tyller Joy, Riley, and Noah Cantwell; and 4 great-grandchildren; brothers, David (Terri) Allen and Jeffrey (Carmen) Allen; Uncle Gene and Aunt Tilly Montaven; and many cousins, nieces, and nephews. Don, Dad, Grandpa, GGPa, and wise mentor - we hope to see you again in Our Heavenly Home.
Cremation arrangements entrusted to the Jansen Funeral Home in Columbiaville, Michigan.
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