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Joseph Franklin Allen, Jr.

Passed 01/07/2023

Obituary For Joseph Franklin Allen, Jr.

Joseph Franklin "Frankie" Allen, Jr., of Chesterfield, entered eternal rest on January 7, 2023, surrounded by family. Frankie was the son of Joseph Franklin Allen, Sr., and Flora Marie Jones-Allen, both preceded him in death. Frankie is survived by his wife of 35 years, Peggy Ann Conyers Allen, Brother Eric 'Tyrone' and Kevin Allen, Sister Justine Allen; a host of nieces and nephews, relatives, and friends, amongst them his devoted best friend Thomas Anthony Hunt. Frankie grew up in the Westwood Community, City of Richmond. He graduated from Thomas Jefferson High School in 1974. He joined the United States Army in 1975, then onto the United States Air Force Reserve in 1978 with an honorable discharge in 1986. Frankie fought a long battle with Multiple Sclerosis for over 20 years, he was very courageous and faced many obstacles while displaying his infectious smile. Remains rest at Scott's Funeral Home, 115 E. Brookland Park Blvd., where viewing will be held Thursday from 10 a.m. until 7 p.m. Celebration of life will be held Friday, January 20,2023 at 11:00am, at Scott's Funeral Home Chapel, 116 E. Brookland Park Blvd, Richmond, VA 23222. Interment will be at Greenwood Memorial Gardens, 12609 Patterson Ave, Goochland VA 23238. video: https://vimeo.com/791622575


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Sharron D Hicks sent Sacred Duty Spray for Joseph Franklin Allen, Jr. - January 18, 2023

Ms. Peggy and the Allen Family. Mr. Allen will be missed Dearly. His service to our country and joy he brought the VAMC will be forever Cherished.

Shari Hicks

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Marie Lawson sent Chrysanthemum Arrangement for Joseph Franklin Allen, Jr. - January 10, 2023

I your military's sister Appreciated and Loved you and thank God for Blessing me to know you. Love Marie Lawson

Mrs. Allen, My sincerest condolences for you at this time. I am deeply sorry to hear about the passing of your husband. Hold on to God's unchanging hands. We know to be absent from the body is to be present with the Lord. Know that God is with you at this difficult time. God will never leave you not forsake you. Continue to trust God with all your hear. The God of Love and Peace shall be with you. Love Roslyn Batts

Mrs Peggy sending my condolences to you and the family. Mr. Allen will surely be missed especially his sense of humor and how he loved hearing his favorite music I used get so tickled when start feeding him and one of his favorite song he stops and start mouthing the words of the songs I would tease him and said these songs was way before your time and he would start laughing. Sending my prayers/ hugs / love Yours truly Lakesha Kenney from 1N Geriatric

My sincerest condolences for you at this time. I am deeply sorry to hear about the passing of your husband. Hold on to God's unchanging hands. We know to be absent from the body is to be present with the Lord. Know that God is with you at this difficult time. God will never leave you nor forsake you. Continue to trust God with all your heart. The God of Love and Peace shall be with you.

Mrs. Allen, I always marveled in seeing you and your husband together it was such an example of real love. Please know that you encouraged many of us. I always appreciated his smile and positive disposition while dealing with his health concerns. Seeing the two of you attend Chapel Services on Sundays was so special, it was an to worship with you. I will never forget witnessing your faithful support as I often saw you two together at the VA Hospital. I pray that God's Love and Peace will abide with you and your family.

With Sincere condolences, Chaplain Brad M. Bradley Central Virginia VA Health Care Center (1 Cor 15:50-58)

Prayers are with you and your Family from all of us here at VCS Richmond. Frank always had a smile on his face when you both were together walking the halls of the MC, he loved every minute you spent with him. You two were Blessed to have each other for so many years. The endless dedication you had for Frank was amazing. I know you will miss him dearly. Love, Theresa and your VCS Family.

My condolences to you Peggy and family. Mr. Alen always smiled inspite of what he was going through in health. I enjoyed visiting him and making him laugh. His light will continue to shine among the "Angels" in heaven. Prayers being sent for you. Gwen Jones.

To the Allen family: With sincere acknowledgement of your loss, the Mickey/McMurray family share your loss as well. Tyrone, Justine and Kevin, may God shower you with unmeasurable strength as you separate from your beloved Brother Frankie. In the days to come, be assured your comfort will be plentiful as long as you trust in Him to be filled with peace. Tyrone, we LOVE you! Chuck, Beverly, Doris, Garland and Jimmy.

To the Allen Family I am so very sorry for your lost. Allen would always have a special place in my heart. Peggy your are the best. Sending my Love Louise Taylor

Peggy our heartfelt condolences go out to you and family.truly Frank will be missed. May the God of all comfort continue to be with you and keep you in His care.Uncle Gene & Aunt Linda

Rest in Paradise Frankie, you fought a good fight of faith, now you are at peace. Frankie, left a legacy of courage and strength to our family and many others, that will continue to live on. Having you as our nephew has been a true blessing. Jimmy and Revonne Payton

Our prayers remain with you during this time. May God grant you continued Peace & Comfort. We will miss our dear brother here at the VA. -CLC Staff

Brother Frank, I forgot to sign my name to the words/card I just sent. Know this I still Love you, ever and ever military sister Marie Lawson

Frank,you and Peggy are and always will be my great friends. Yet Frank you're my military brother that I come to love and care for so very much. As you join your heaven family, know that God will keep His eyes on those you left behind. He will give them peace, strength and guidance. Remember this, Holly has his own area of heaven so don't go looking for him. Love you Brother Frank Love you and Thank you God for blessing me to know him.

Our staff will continue to keep your family in our prayers. We thank you for allowing us to serve your family.

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