Bobby Ray Allen
<div style="font-size:12pt;font-family:"Times New Roman";"><p style="margin:0;">Mr. Bobby Ray Allen, age 92 of Sarepta, LA was born on May 10, 1930 to Joseph E. and Willie Bigby Allen in Sarepta and went to be with his Lord and Savior on August 7, 2022. </p><p style="margin:0;"><br></p><p style="margin:0;">Bobby was a lifelong resident of Sarepta and the oldest member of Old Sarepta Missionary Baptist Church. He went to work for International Paper Company in 1948 and retired in 1985 where he was known to his co-workers as BR549. Mr. Allen was also a journeyman carpenter and while working for International Paper, he built numerous houses in Webster Parish and surrounding areas. Mr. Allen was also a charter member of Carter Federal Credit Union. </p><p style="margin:0;"><br></p><p style="margin:0;">Mr. Allen enjoyed raising cattle, bailing hay, gardening, fishing and spending time with family. He instilled the love of raising cattle and agriculture in his grandsons. He went by many names, husband, Daddy, and Papaw. He taught his family by example to serve the Lord, the value of hard work, and honesty. Mr. Allen was very instrumental in building and maintaining the Sarepta Recreations Ball Parks from 1989 until 2002, where he encouraged and helped shape the love of sports for many children. He was Papaw Bobby to the entire community. Mr. Allen loved attending the sporting events and activities of his children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren. He was most happy when surrounded by family. </p><p style="margin:0;"><br></p><p style="margin:0;">Mr. Allen is survived by his wife of 74 years, Martha Lee Allen; daughters Pam Barnes (Phillip) and Paula Weems (Wayne) of Sarepta; three grandsons Chris Butts (Tammy), Jeremy Allen (Shauna), Jared Weems (Keli) all of Sarepta; one granddaughter, Leanne Goodgion (Jay) of Sarepta; great-grandchildren Kala Emerson (Aaron), Sterling Goodgion, Kody Goodgion (Jessica), Laci Comacho (Tino), Noel Allen and fiance Sidney Crews, Kerianne Allen, Kynslie Weems, Jettson Weems, and Weston Weems; great-great grandchildren Jada Goodgion, Gunner Comacho, David Goodgion, and Adalee Ray Emerson; sisters-in-law Fran Johnson of Phoenix Arizona, Ernestine Smiley, and Connie Holman both of Springhill. A host of nieces, nephews, close friends, and beloved dog, Lily. </p><p style="margin:0;"><br></p><p style="margin:0;">He is preceded in death by his parents; two brothers Marion Allen and Billy Allen Sr.; four sisters Helen Moore, Lucille Leonard, Cortez McCroskey, Shirley Ivy; and special nephew, Bo Allen. </p><p style="margin:0;"><br></p><p style="margin:0;">The family would like to thank Dr. Huan Le, caregivers LaShaun Dixson, Michelle Duncan, and the staff of Intensive Specialty Hospital. </p><p style="margin:0;"><br></p><p style="margin:0;">Pallbearers will be Chris Butts, Jeremy Allen, Jared Weems, Jay Goodgion, Noel Allen, and Aaron Emerson. Honorary pallbearer will be James Smith.</p><p style="margin:0;"><br></p><p style="margin:0;">In lieu of flowers the family requests that donations be made to Old Sarepta Missionary Baptist Church or St. Jude Hospital. </p><p style="margin:0;"><br></p><p style="margin:0;">Due to COVID-19 concerns the family will be having a private service. We appreciate your understanding.</p><p style="margin:0;"><br></p><p style="font-family:"Times New Roman", serif;margin:0;">Sign our online guest book at www.baileyfuneralhome.net</p><p style="font-family:"Times New Roman", serif;margin:0;"><br></p><p style="font-family:"Times New Roman", serif;margin:0;">Bailey Funeral Home</p><p style="margin:0;">Springhill, LA</p><p style="margin:0;">318-539-3555</p></div>Obituary
Mr. Bobby Ray Allen, age 92 of Sarepta, LA was born on May 10, 1930 to Joseph E. and Willie Bigby Allen in Sarepta and went to be with his Lord and Savior on August 7, 2022.
Bobby was a lifelong resident of Sarepta and the oldest member of Old Sarepta Missionary Baptist Church. He went to work for International Paper Company in 1948 and retired in 1985 where he was known to his co-workers as BR549. Mr. Allen was also a journeyman carpenter and while working for International Paper, he built numerous houses in Webster Parish and surrounding areas. Mr. Allen was also a charter member of Carter Federal Credit Union.
Mr. Allen enjoyed raising cattle, bailing hay, gardening, fishing and spending time with family. He instilled the love of raising cattle and agriculture in his grandsons. He went by many names, husband, Daddy, and Papaw. He taught his family by example to serve the Lord, the value of hard work, and honesty. Mr. Allen was very instrumental in building and maintaining the Sarepta Recreations Ball Parks from 1989 until 2002, where he encouraged and helped shape the love of sports for many children. He was Papaw Bobby to the entire community. Mr. Allen loved attending the sporting events and activities of his children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren. He was most happy when surrounded by family.
Mr. Allen is survived by his wife of 74 years, Martha Lee Allen; daughters Pam Barnes (Phillip) and Paula Weems (Wayne) of Sarepta; three grandsons Chris Butts (Tammy), Jeremy Allen (Shauna), Jared Weems (Keli) all of Sarepta; one granddaughter, Leanne Goodgion (Jay) of Sarepta; great-grandchildren Kala Emerson (Aaron), Sterling Goodgion, Kody Goodgion (Jessica), Laci Comacho (Tino), Noel Allen and fiance Sidney Crews, Kerianne Allen, Kynslie Weems, Jettson Weems, and Weston Weems; great-great grandchildren Jada Goodgion, Gunner Comacho, David Goodgion, and Adalee Ray Emerson; sisters-in-law Fran Johnson of Phoenix Arizona, Ernestine Smiley, and Connie Holman both of Springhill. A host of nieces, nephews, close friends, and beloved dog, Lily.
He is preceded in death by his parents; two brothers Marion Allen and Billy Allen Sr.; four sisters Helen Moore, Lucille Leonard, Cortez McCroskey, Shirley Ivy; and special nephew, Bo Allen.
The family would like to thank Dr. Huan Le, caregivers LaShaun Dixson, Michelle Duncan, and the staff of Intensive Specialty Hospital.
Pallbearers will be Chris Butts, Jeremy Allen, Jared Weems, Jay Goodgion, Noel Allen, and Aaron Emerson. Honorary pallbearer will be James Smith.
In lieu of flowers the family requests that donations be made to Old Sarepta Missionary Baptist Church or St. Jude Hospital.
Due to COVID-19 concerns the family will be having a private service. We appreciate your understanding.
Sign our online guest book at www.baileyfuneralhome.net
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Springhill, LA
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