Arethea Allen, 62, passed away Saturday, January 10, 2026.
Funeral Service 12:00 pm Monday, January 19, 2026 at Marks Chapel Baptist Church, 2355 Leggett Road, Rocky Mount, NC. 27801. Burial will follow at Marks Chapel Church Cemetery.
Visitation will be held 1 hour prior to the service at Marks Chapel Baptist Church.
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Sorry for your Loss! May you rest in Heaven!
I remember her from Clark St. United Methodist Church under the pastor ship of Rev. Bronson. She has always been a servant of the kingdom. She will be remembered as one. My deepest condolences to her family.
I'm praying God continue to give you and your family strength during this time. Praying for family
Arethea my very first encounter with meeting you around the Y was that if a gentle spirit and has always remained that way with you giving me encouragement to go further at times that you never realize. Your love of God and your gentle spirit will never be forgotten. Continued prayers for the family. Sonja Williams
Offering My Deepest And Most Sincere Condolences To Brother Matthew And The Allen Family As A Brother In The Church To Sister Arethea I Will Remember The Encouraging Words She Often Spoke To Me And Her Beautiful Smile.Her Spirit Will Always Be Present In The Sanctuary Of Dominion Outreach Ministries. Sweet Rest Now Is Your Reward πβοΈ
This really hit me hard. I'm still trying to process it. We grew up together and stayed friends into adulthood. Our birthdays were always specialβmine on the 3rd, yours and your sister's on the 4thβso we never missed wishing each other a happy birthday. From Y... Bassett Elementary, to Y Park, Parker Jr. High, Edwards Jr. High, and Rocky Mount SRHβso many shared memories, so much history. I'm truly blown away by this loss. Rest in peace, my childhood friend, Lonnie Stancil ππΎππΎππΎ
Sending my deepest condolences and prayers to Latoya and family during this difficult time.
Sincere prayers and condolences so sorry for your loss.
Condolence to the family, may God give you strength to carry on.. As you look back over your shared time together cherish it well. Ellen Taylor Ford
Our condolences to her family and close friends.
I extend my deepest sympathies to the family. May her legacy live on through the love she shared and the wisdom she passed on.
Loving lady praying for her family she loved the lord
Risa, rest in peace my childhood friend from Around the Y. Gone from this world but never from my heart. Much love, peace and hair grease!
You were always so kind to me, always noticing the little things-especially my outfits on Sundays, and you never failed to make me feel seen and appreciated. I will always smile when I think of how we'd talk about getting together for Sunday dinner at your home with Bro. Allen. Though we never made it there, the love behind those conversations meant more than you could know. Your gentle spirit, generosity, and welcoming heart will forever be remembered and deeply missed. Bro. Allen and family, stay encouraged.
We love you and miiss you deeply
To the Allen and Phillips family. Sis Allen was a jewel and she will be missed. You are in my prayers. I'm believing God to give you what you need during this time and the days ahead.
So sorry to hear this news. Man, just knowing her, and her twin in high school. Sending prayers to the Phillips and the Allen family.
To Brother Shameer Garrett and Family, we extend our deepest condolences to you in the passing of your grandmother and loved one. May God grant you comfort and peace in the days to come.
In loving memory of Sister Arethea Allen. A devoted member of our church family and a shining example of God's love in action. May her soul rest in eternal peace, and may her family find comfort in the beautiful life she led. Matt. 25:23 Dominion Outreach Ministries, Inc. Apostle SV Bulluck, Senior Pastor
My thoughts and prayers are with you all. Risa was a jewel to whoever came into her life. I thank God that I was one of many people to come to know her a friend and prayer partner. SIP my sister. I love you. Thank you for your many Carrott Cakes that you made for me and my family. My Gods peace abide upon this wonderful family.
Our most deepest sympathies with the family members of Risa.... "Growing up together around the Why" was something special for us all. Yes my friend you've earned your rob & crown. God has called you home with him. You will never be forgotten, but always will be missed & loved by us all. π«Άπ½ Rest on my Sister in Christ.π«Άπ½ Silcia Grant -Johnson & the Grant FamilyβοΈππ½πΉπΉπΉπΉπΉπΉππ½
Continued Prayers of Peace and Comfort to you (my friends' family) you know you're like family to me... this precious lady will be truly missed by all but allow her memories to remain fresh as the morning. πππ½
My heartfelt condolences and Prayers are with you my first cousins.In all things we still give God the Glory and Praise. Much love and Prayers to the Allen and Phillips families.God Bless!!!
Always had a kind word and smile whenever our paths crossed. My prayers and condolences to the family.
Sending my deepest condolences to Latoya and family during the passing of your Mother. Earth has no sorrow that heaven cannot heal.Keep the Faith and God will see you through this. Praying much for you and your family during this difficult time. God is still God!!! Even in this he gets the Glory!!!
Praying for the the Family during this time of sorrow. Asking for God's comfort and care during this sorrowful time. Min. Joann Thomas
2 my sweet auntie that I loved so dearly .... I still can't seem to grasp this ... I am praying for the family ... I am going to miss u so so so so much .... for our birthday this year , Ima do something real special to celebrate u .... love u my dear baby and I'll see u in the morning β€οΈ
Matthew, Latoya, Tyesha, Danielle, grandsons and extended family from my family to yours we send our condolences. Risa was such a great blessing many years as a neighbor on Gary Rd. From sharing holiday and Sunday meals together to making sure my daughter hair was done, dropped off and picked up from school when needed.Made sure the boys was fine too! Also would let me know who was there when I wasn't. Had some good times together. She will be truly missed by many. Again in our prayers, Sarah, Jarrod, Darius and Brianna
So sorry for your loss sending prayers and hugs
To the Family,you are in my prayers.
My condolences to you and your family.
Sending prayers for the family at this difficult time. ππ
Risa, you were a very special friend, that anyone could have. You always had good words of comfort and understanding when we talked an for that, im grateful an blessed to have had you for a friend. You're gone but you'll never ever be forgotten my friendβ€οΈ.
Oh my heart is broken π I met my pops & mom Matt & Ross's Allen as a young lad at Genesis Full Gospel Church they covered, prayed, defended, provided, & loved me as if I was their own son! I'll never forget that love β€οΈ the purity of this woman's heart was unmatched & she will truly be missed. Love you Ma! π ποΈ Forever β€οΈ
Oh how I will mis my friend Risa. The cleanest cook I know. She did not play when it came down to preparing food for her husband, family, and friends. I have so many pictures of those good meals. The love she had for her Matthew, her family and especially God was phenomenal. Risa got saved before me and her and Matthews hanging partners was my mom and dad, that's how she became my god-sister. Matthew, Lisa, Latoya, Tyesha, Danielle and her sugar babies. I will keep you all in my prayers. I love you all. β₯οΈπΉππΎ Rest in heaven, my sister/friend. Cynthia H. Miranda
Sending my deepest condolences and prayers to your family.
Sorry for your loss Sending our Condolences π Manuel Battle &Family
My Sincere Condolences π and Prayers ππΎ For You and Your Entire Family... Love Lorraine Williams and Family
My heart goes out to the family. May God keep you in his perfect peace.
My condolences goes out to Matthew and the families. Risa was a sweet lady. We attended the same church at one time. I know she is going to missed. I'm praying the family πππ
We the Mcknight Family send heartfelt sympathy to the Allen,Phillips,and Bryant families on behalf of the passing of Areatha Allen she was a sweet and quiet young lady who smiled more than she talked our thoughts are with her husband,children,sisters,grandkids and the entire families continue to Trust In Godπβ€οΈ
Sending my condolences to Latoya and her family I am so sorry for your loss; but to remember that weeping may endure for a night but JOY cometh in the morning Psalm 30:5
My Condolences to Risa's Family and Lisa my thoughts and prayers are with you all.. (It Is Well)
Aretha continue to be a blessing to the Lord as you watch over your family.
Sincerest Condolences to the family!
Latoya and family I am sorry to hear of your mother passing. She truly was a great woman. The love that she showed those grands was amazing. She was definitely one of their biggest cheerleaders. Hold your memories tight and remember She is only a whisper away.
Our staff will continue to keep your family in our prayers. We thank you for allowing us to serve your family.