Allen, Daniel L. -
Houston Daniel L. Dan Allen, 89, passed away Sunday, May 25, 2014, at North MS Medical Center after an extended illness.
He was born in McCondy Community of Chickasaw County on August 23, 1924, to Hal Neal Allen, Sr. and Kate Brand Allen. He graduated from McCondy and Egypt Schools. He was a member of Parkway Baptist Church for more than 36 years.
The funeral service will be Tuesday, May 27, 2014, at 11:00 Am at Parkway Baptist Church in Houston, MS with Dr. Randy Rinehart officiating. Burial will be in McCondy Baptist Cemetery. Houston Funeral Home in Houston will be in charge of the arrangements.
His wife, Margaret Geraldine Allen, preceded him in death, having passed away September 18, 2012, after an extended illness and accident. They were parents of four children, Neal Allen (Leisa), Tim Allen, Gina Hillhouse (Stacy), and Stacy Pierce (Jeff). They also had 10 grandchildren and 3 great-grandchildren.
His father died August 29, 1962. His mother died February 20, 1970. His brother, Hal Allen died August 14, 1992. His sister, Polly Warner died January 26, 2008.
He was a WWII Veteran inducted into the Army May 8, 1943 at Camp Shelby, MS. He served in the European Operation under the command of the famous General George S. Patton. His unit was awarded several medals including the Unit Citation.
He was founder and operator of Houston Gas Mart for 43 years-plus and made several expansions during his time. He and his family were greatly appreciative of the business of the community.
He was a member of the Veterans Organization, serving them as Chickasaw County Veteran Service Officer for several years.
Pallbearers are Eric Pettit, Justin Allen, Jordan Allen, Brandon Allen, Billy Voyles, and Steve Warner.
Honorary pallbearers are his Sunday School class, Wilson Kirby, and Eddie Neal.
Memorials may be made to Parkway Baptist Church Building Fund, P. O. Box 574, Houston, MS 38851.
Visitation will be Monday, May 26, 2014, at Parkway Baptist Church from 5:00 until 8:00 PM.