Horace Major Allen, Jr. Obituary in Richmond at Scotts Funeral Home

Obituary For Horace Major Allen, Jr.

Horace Major Allen Jr was born September 26, 1948 in Richmond, VA to the late Horace M. and Olivia T. Allen. Horace, affectionately known as “Bobby”, grew up in the Church Hill community where he attended Armstrong High School. He graduated from Armstrong in 1966, and then went on to attend Virginia State University. Later, he joined the Army Reserves, where he served for six years. Bobby was a man of many trades, notably self employed as a carpenter for many years. He also helped at the family restaurant, Triangle Inn, as well as running his own janitorial services company. He settled on a career as a District Manager at the Richmond Times-Dispatch, where he retired in 2015. He had a love for baseball and enjoyed coaching little league baseball teams, where he coached both of his sons at Highland Spring Little League. Bobby also enjoyed fishing as a form of relaxation. He was a master storyteller and enjoyed telling stories from his past experiences. However, he will mostly be remembered for his devotion to his family and friends Bobby departed this life on Tuesday, April 14, 2020. He was preceded in death by his parents Horace M. and Olivia T. Allen, and sister Linda D. Thompson. Surviving are his wife Patricia T. Allen; children Cara Allen-Lee (Dorian), Horace M. Allen III (Tasman), Robinette S. Allen, Robert E. Allen; grandchildren Maya Lee, Dorian “DJ” Lee, Faith Allen, Joy Allen; brother Norman M. Allen; niece Darshall D. Malone (Arnold); Aunt Emily Govan; Harmon “Chief” Buskey and John “Ba Bra” Allen and other devoted cousins. Along with a host of other relatives, neighbors, and devoted enduring friends Mark Jones, James Bland, Alice & Butch Miller, Cheryl Perry, Bernice Coleman,and Joyce Allen-Edwards. Remains rest at Scott's Funeral Home, 115 E. Brookland Park Blvd., where viewing will be held Friday from 10 a.m. until 8 p.m. Funeral services will be held 10 a.m. Saturday, in Scott's Chapel, 116 E. Brookland Park Blvd. Rev. Marvin Jefferson, officiating. Interment at Washington Memorial Park. Live Streaming a www.scottsfuneralhome.com

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Mighty King Man. May Peace Be Unto The Allen Families. Willie (Will) Layton JR

Cuz,I'm going to miss your smiling face. I know you love your family and we love you! Gonna miss! Rita

We had so many good times growing up together in such a close knit family. Our cousin Bobby will be missed, our condolences to all of his loved ones. God be with you. cousins William and Dollie

Sorry to hear about your loss, he is not dead, he is just away, because his memories will always remain in your heart. Trust in the Lord and He will see you through this difficult time.
The Tiller Family

I only have good memories of Bobby, a good, strong and compassionate man. May your memories of his love comfort you and keep you strong. Blessing to family and friends. Elnora H. Allen

Condolences to the Family my old Classmate. You will not be forgotten. James A. Riley

Sharing in your sorrow as you remember Horace " Bobby" Allen, Jr. May God give Peace and Blessings to the entire Allen Family. Gentry Family

You will be miss. My old Churchill friend. Peewee& greg

May the grace of God comfort and care for the entire Allen family during your loss. D. Obadiah Flythe

Heart goes out to the family, especially son Horace and his Wife Tasman, (Bobby's granddaughters Hope and Faith). In Horace III life, examples and results of Bobby's dedication to family live on. HamponUHugs- NRL

My prayers are with you.Family remember Earth has no sorrow that heaven cannot heal..Harden and Cheryl

To. Trish, Robert, Robernet, Dude, Cara Skee Wee & Darshall & Joyce. I'll miss Bibby's gentle smile & his easy demeanor. I'll miss you, your Cuz', Jackie T

I am so sorry for your loss, B8

Our condolences to the Allen family. May you find comfort in God's tender loving care . Milton Johnson and Family

Patricia, I'm keeping you and you children in my prayers. My deepest heart felt sympathy for your loss! Your little brother Alan L. McKenzie.

Cus the pain that i feel in my heart from losing you cannot be put into words but it will pass. the joy of having had you in my life will be everlasting john "bay bro" allen