Richard Allen Obituary
It is with great sadness that we announce the death of Richard Allen of Reading, Massachusetts, born in Lynn, Massachusetts, who passed away on March 5, 2021, at the age of 77, leaving to mourn family and friends. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Edward J. Allen and Blanche Allen (Moriarty); and his siblings, Edward G. "Ted" Allen (Janet) and Barbara Malatras of New Jersey. He is survived by: his wife Janet Allen (Simmons); his sons, Matthew Allen (Laura Allen) of Bedford, MA and Christopher Allen of Stoneham, MA.; his brother David E. Allen (Ruthanne); his grandchildren, Ryan, Reese and Jack Allen; his brother-in-law William "Bill" Simmons of Louisville, CO.; and his nieces and nephews, Sarah Fredericks (Steve Fredericks) of Madison, WI, Melissa Allen (Jorgina Oliveira) of South Dennis, MA, Abby Kelliher (Kevin) of Quincy, MA, Beth Allen (Paul D'Entremont) of Marlborough, MA, Katie Thiboutot (John Thiboutot) of Canton, MA, Ted Allen (Meghan) of Melrose, MA and Scott Emerson.
The current COVID-19 pandemic prohibits large indoor gatherings and this leaves his family to celebrate his life privately.
In lieu of flowers, the family would request that donations be made to the Jimmy Fund, which helped Dick's grandson.
