Fern Ellen Van Allen Obituary
We bid farewell to Fern Ellen Van Allen of Terre Haute, Indiana, born in Sullivan, Indiana, whose journey of life gracefully concluded on November 10, 2024 at the age of 91. Fern Ellen Van touched countless lives with warmth and kindness, leaving behind cherished memories that will forever echo in hearts. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.
She was predeceased by: her parents, Byron Foutz and Fern Ellen Montgomery Foutz; her husband Harry Frank Van Allen; her sisters, Ruth Jane Foutz, Mary Nichols, Nellie Badger and Stella Gilbreath; and her brothers-in-law, Russell Nichols and Lowell Badger.
She is survived by: her children, Margaret Battles (Steve), Rev. Frank Van Allen (Nancy Thomas) and Martha Adams (Jamie); her grandchildren, Megan Battles, Justin Battles, Jordan Battles (Kayla Kyle), Chris Van Allen, Elizabeth Dixon (Noah), Jessica Van Allen and Jacob Adams; and her brother-in-law Gene Gilbreath. She is also survived by many nieces and nephews.
Visitation was held on Thursday, November 14th 2024 from 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM and on Friday, November 15th 2024 from 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM. A funeral service was held on Friday, November 15th 2024 at 11:00 AM and at 11:00 PM at the United Methodist Temple (5301 S US Hwy 41, Terre Haute, IN 47802).
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in remembrance of Fern to Kingsley Benevolent Fund, United Methodist Temple General Fund, or the Union Hospital Foundation NICU.
