Cynthia Darlene Allen Obituary in Durham at Holloway Memorial Funeral Home, Inc.

Obituary For Cynthia Darlene Allen

Cynthia Darlene Allen, was born April 29, 1960 to Beadie Mangum-Allen and Isaiah Allen in Roxboro, North Carolina. Cynthia attended Durham Public schools and was a 1978 graduate of Northern High School. She went on to receive a degree in Nursing at Durham Technical Community College.

Cynthia dedicated her life to healthcare and spent many years working as a nurse in rehabilitation facilities. She was loved by many of her coworkers and remained in touch throughout the years even after her retirement.

Cynthia enjoyed cheering on her sports teams year round. Everything from football to basketball, she loved her North Carolina Tar heels and Kobe Bryant. In her spare time she also enjoyed online shopping, she would order a stock pile just to give it all away to friends and family and would start ordering all over again. Cynt loved reading, adding on to her library, Costco shopping, trying new restaurants, hosting events for the holidays and family cookouts.

Cynthia is preceded in death by her Father Isaiah Allen, her beloved son Adrian Allen and her sister Melody Verissimo. She leaves to mourn her mother Beadie Lockett of Durham, NC. One brother Reginald Allen of Durham, NC. Two sisters Carla Lewis (Thalvis) of Durham NC and Marla McClellan of Murrieta, CA. Four nephews ,Brandon Allen, Darius Allen, Adrian Lewis and Tariq Sanyika all of Durham, NC. Two nieces, Cyntell Allen and Jasmine Allen both of Durham NC. Four great nephews Isaiah High, Elijah Greene, Amari Lewis and Melo Allen-Sykes all of Durham North Carolina. Three great nieces, Brionna High, Tatiana High and Rihanna High all of Durham, NC. One godson TyQuan Barnes of Durham, NC; and a host of loving cousins, aunts, uncles and friends.

FUNERAL ARRANGEMENTS:

Service: Thursday, August 29, 2024 | Visitation service from 12:00 to 1:00 pm | Funeral service starts at 1:00 pm.

Place of service:
Red Mountain Baptist Church
Rougemont, NC.

Interment:
Red Mountain Baptist Church Cemetery

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We pray that God extend blessings and comfort to you and your family.
Love you all, Maxine and Norman Glenn

Sincere condolences to Beadie and the entire family; also in honor and memory of my late sister, Elsie, referred to as Ms. Elsie by Darlene and your children. Lewis, Dan and Scottie grew up with them on Red Mountain Rd; and ofcourse DeMario in the famous E.Club Blvd. community. Darlene had a sweet spirit in caring and concern for others. I enjoyed the visit to your home this past Monday. Praying for you all during this difficult time and the days ahead. RIP, Shirley-Turrentine-Cole

One of my first memories of Cynt. affectionately called (Cletus) was at change of shift, I was leaving Pettigew and she was coming on the 11-7 shift. I'm the new nurse on the block and Cynt. took out the proverbial white glove to inspect the medication cart. I want you to know I diagnosed her myself THAT NIGHT as having OCD. That medication cart didn't stand a chance as she wiped it down with bleach and when she gave me the side eye I thought I would be next. That girl loved bleach, if you weren't careful your uniform might be bleached if you were near the nursing station after she received report and starting wiping down everything. When I knew Cynt. was coming in I made sure to wipe things down so she could smell the bleach, and I could pass inspection. To this date I have a thing about a clean med cart. Thank you Cynt. for teaching me well. Cynt. has such an impact on my approach to nursing, she left a lasting impression on me and many others with her dedication and attention to detail. We went on to be the best of friends for 30 years working together in different facilities. 30 years of joy and laughter, Thank you Cletus. Vickey Mason-Burgess

You are a piece. I know you are with your son right now and your family members and the Lord till we meet again my cousin I love you always and forever. Marcia Mangum Royster 🌹

Thoughts of Sympathy and Love are being sent to you, as well as Prayers for Strength and Comfort. Edna J. & Ewell Kennedy Jr. and Family

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