SGM (Ret) George Elvin Allen

SGM (Ret) George Elvin Allen, son of the late G.A. and Henrietta (Murphy) Allen, was born May 31, 1936 in Tallahassee, Alabama. On June 2, 1953, George entered the United States Army and served his country faithfully until his retirement on June 30, 1983 after serving 30 years and 28 days. He served during the Korean Conflict, Vietnam and Desert Storm. George had attained the rank of Sergeant Major and was awarded several awards and commendations for his faithful service; some of which include: National Defense Service Medal, Vietnam Service Medal w/Silver and 2 Bronze Stars, Army Service Ribbon, Vietnam Campaign Medal, Vietnam Cross of Gallantry w/Palm, Overseas Service Ribbon “2”, Army Commendation Medal, Good Conduct Medal (9th Award), Bronze Star Medal w/1st Oak Leaf Cluster, Meritorious Service Medal, Parachute Badge, Expert Infantryman Badge, Combat Infantryman Badge, and the Republic of Vietnam Civil Actions Medal. After retiring from the military, George continued serving his country for 14 years as a civil service employee. On November 19, 1955 in Phoenix City, Alabama, George was united in marriage with the love of his life, Frances L. Warhurst. They shared over 57 years together and were blessed with five children: Delores, George, Pamela, Collette and Sherri. In his spare time, George loved to be outdoors; whether it was fishing or traveling in the motor home. He was an avid American coin collector and he enjoyed bowling. He was a member of the American Legion and the Retired Sergeant Majors Association. Most importantly, he loved spending time with his family and friends, especially the grandchildren. George passed away Friday, October 4, 2013 in the Christian Hospital NE of St. Louis, Missouri having attained the age of 77 years, 4 months and 4 days. He will be sadly missed but fondly remembered by all those that knew and loved him. George leaves to cherish his memory, his wife, Frances L. Allen of the home; five children: Delores Klempke of St. Louis, MO, George Allen, Jr. of Waynesville, MO, Pamela Chambers of Milford, KS, Collette Chaney of Bashor, KS and Sherri Allen of Atlanta, GA; 8 grandchildren; 9 great grandchildren; other relatives and friends. Graveside services with full military honors were held at 10:00 a.m. Thursday, October 10, 2013 in the Missouri Veterans Cemetery – Fort Leonard Wood. Services were under the direction of Memorial Chapels and Crematory of Waynesville / St. Robert.

SGM (Ret) George Elvin Allen

May 31, 1936 - October 4, 2013