Layton Allen,86, of Rockingham, passed away Friday, February 12, 2021, at his home. He was born February 10, 1935, in Robeson County, North Carolina. He was the son of the late Tommy and Dovie Holmes Allen.
Mr. Allen retired from the Textile Industry and later work several years at Food Lion in Hamlet and Wal-Mart in Laurinburg. He enjoyed playing the piano and singing. He was a member of Springfield Church of God.
He will always be remembered as a man of God, who loved the Lord and loved serving him in all aspects. He will be greatly missed by the members of his church and community.
He was preceded in death by three sisters Addie Wilson, Estelle Hayes, and Josephine Snead, and four brothers William Allen, Fred Allen, Redford Allen, and Johnny Allen.
A graveside service will be conducted Wednesday, February 17, 2021, at 11:00 A.M. at Richmond Co. Memorial Park with Rev. Dan Carter officiating. Due to COVID-19, we ask that you please wear a face mask and continue to social distance.
Mr. Allen is survived by his children, Tanya Yannone of Wilmington, Duane Allen and wife Shannon of Galivants Ferry, SC, and Wendy Paris of Bladenboro; Six grandchildren and three great-grandchildren. Special nieces Louise Chance and husband Don and Carolyn Morrison and husband Gary all of Rockingham. Numerous nieces, nephews, and cousins.
There will be a public viewing without the family present Tuesday, February 16, 2021, from 1:00 – 4:00 P.M. at Watson-King Funeral Home in Rockingham.
Memorials may be made to United Way of Richmond County, PO Box 153, Rockingham, NC 28380.
Online condolences may be made at www.watson-kingfuneralhome.com Watson-King Funeral home in Rockingham is serving the Allen family.
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