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Melvin Royce Allen, 73 of Columbus, Georgia, died Friday, July 23, 2021, at his home.
Royce, (or Rozie) as he was best known by his family and friends, was born April 4, 1948, in Harlan, Kentucky, the son of William Sidney Allen and Ada Neff Pike. He was a U. S. Army Veteran of the Vietnam War. After his service, he served 12 years in the National Guard. Royce was a mechanic and worked many different jobs around the Columbus Area for many years prior to his declining health. He was a coin collector, member of DAV, enjoyed hunting and especially spending time with his grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents and beloved stepfather Charles Hammonds.
He is survived by his wife Martha Wood Allen of Columbus, Georgia; children James R. Allen of Louisville, KY; Nicolas Allen of Columbus, GA; Peg Sneed of Columbus, GA; Joseph Allen (Amber) of Columbus, GA; Katrine Palkoska (Frank) Columbus, GA; sister Linda McDaniel of Indiana; grandchildren Stephanie (Scott), Lucas, Mae, MacKayla, JD, Francis, and Merritt and great-grandchildren Jay and Cara, nieces, nephews and many great nieces and nephews. Special family friend Heather Wurst.
Memorial Graveside services will be held 11:00 AM (EST) Tuesday, July 27, 2021, at Ft. Mitchell National Cemetery in Ft. Mitchell, Alabama, with Military Honors. Please abide by Covid-19 Pandemic guidelines while attending the service. Mask will be required.
In lieu of flowers, contributions may be given in memory of Royce to the John B. Amos Cancer Center or Columbus Hospice.
The Allen family is being assisted by Georgia Cremation-Columbus 7500 Veteran’s Parkway Suite A Columbus, GA 31909. The family request that you please sign the online registry and leave condolences below.
Rob Olinger says
Aunt Martha, Peg, Nick, Katrine & Joey,
I am so sorry for the loss of Uncle Royce. He was a good man and always so very kind to me. If you need ANYTHING, please let me know!!
All my love!!
Bobby
Kenny @Gloria Luttrell says
Kenny and Gloria Luttrell we love Royce and he will be truly missed he was a very good friend Kenny always called him Dad he was the father Kenny never had Royce will be truly missed
Roy/Dorothy Olinger says
Roy and Dorothy Olinger Royce was our brother-inlaw whom we knew and love over many many years and will be sadly missed.
Sharon Smith says
So sorry to hear of your great loss! Praying for Rozie’s family and friends! Love you all! ❤️
Eva Waller says
Sorry for your loss praying for the family going through these hard times. 🙏🙏🙏
Linda Freeman says
I am so sorry to hear about Royce. All of his sweet family are in my prayers🙏
Dave Norris says
Martha, Nick, Peg, Katrine and Joey, I’m so sorry for your loss. Royce was a great guy. Prayers for all of you.
Erin Kavanaugh says
Praying for you guys. There’s nothing stronger than your family, and his memory will be treasured forever ♥️
Rhonda and Chris Dreher says
Marty, Peg, and Nic we are all thinking of you. Although Royce has left us all from earth, he’s still very much alive in the hearts of many may your memories bring warmth and comfort to your hearts knowing he’s no longer in pain. We love you all. Hugs.
Loudean I Becchetti says
Martha and family, prayers for all. So sorry to hear about Royce.
May he rest in peace.
Tammy Rhodes Adams says
I am so sorry to hear about Royce’s passing. Sending love and prayers to Martha and family. I know this is really hard but I’m glad he isn’t suffering anymore. I wish so much that cancer didn’t exist! I love y’all! 🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻
Michael and Eileen Harnesse. Ireland says
Sincere condolences Katrine to you and all your family on the death of your Father. May he rest in peace. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all at this sad time.
Tommy and Rosemary Cochran says
So sorry for your loss. Condolences and comfort through this time of sorrow.
Stephen Smith says
Martha and family. I am sorry to hear of your loss and offer you my condolences.
Michael Wood, Stella Wood(mom) and Shawn Wood(son) says
Condolences to Martha and family. One of the uncles I gravitated to most. Spent a lot of time with uncle Royce. Just hanging out. Will be greatly missed.
Gene And Jan Wood says
Our thoughts and prayers are with y’all. We will be thinking about y’all in the coming months! May God give you strength and comfort during this time!❤️❤️
Robert Andrews says
Sandy and I are so sorry for your loss. We are praying for comfort at this time.
Debbie Perkins says
I am so sad for your loss. Sorry I did not find out sooner. I love all of you. Prayers!
Gerldene Ellington says
I am so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you Martha and your whole family. Love You!
Sharon Nicolay says
May he Rest In Paradise.
He was a really sweet guy and was a blast to sit and talk with. Martha and and family I will pray for you during this difficult time …. much love
Sharon
Scott wood says
Sorry for your loss. He always seemed to be a quiet man. Never knew he was a Veteran. Always nice to me as a child.
Scott wood says
Sorry for your loss. He always seemed to be a quiet man. Never knew he was a Veteran. Always nice to me as a child. My condolences
Grace Rhodes says
I am so sorry for your loss! The Family is in my prayers.
Linda White says
Marty and family. So sorry for your loss.
Linda White
Ute says
Our deepest condolences to Marty and family.