Allen Henry, 60, of Columbus, GA passed on Saturday, March 28, 2026 in Columbus, GA.
Funeral service will be held at 11:00 a.m. EST on Tuesday, April 7, 2026 in the C.T. Chapel of Taylor of Funeral Home with Rev. Ernest Snead IV, officiating. Burial at Mt. Cannon Baptist Church Cemetery, Pittsview, AL. Public viewing is 2:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. EST on Monday, April 6, 2026 at Taylor Funeral Home.
Allen James Henry, affectionately known as “Fatt” was born February 19, 1966, to the late Mary Alice Abron (Lockhart) and Jerry Miller in Cottonton, AL. He attended Oliver Elementary School followed by Chavala High School in Seale, AL. As a teen he resided in Ft Mitchell, AL later settling in Phenix City, AL.
Allen loved his family and friends dearly and spent a lot of time entertaining them at family events, dancing and cracking jokes. He loved to sit on his front porch and socialize with his neighbors. Allen had a strong work ethic and was a faithful custodian for the Ft. Benning School System for 38 years, lastly serving at Dexter Elementary.
He is survived by his stepfather, John Abron, Jr.; his daughter, LeQuesia Holmes-French; granddaughter, ShaNira Evans; four siblings, Mary Henry, Delinda (Anthony) Owens, Mack (Tammy) Henry, and Shelia (Tommy) Threat; a host of nieces, nephews, family and friends. His lively spirit and contagious laugh will truly be missed by many.
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Kennedy McGruder planted 5 trees in memory of Allen Henry . - April 02, 2026
Condolences to Fatt's Family,Fatt was a quiet, easy kind of Guy and full of laughter Take your rest my friend.
Rest in peace my friend
Greetings in the Matchless name of Jesus. Sending Prayers and Condolences to the You Sheila and Family Sonjia G. Thomas & Tiffany Ortiz (LCSO)
Our thoughts and prayers are with "Fatt" family's during this difficult time. I recall several events and times we've shared together. He was such a great dancer. I know he's now dancing around those pearly gates. Rest well!
Sending PRAYERS and CONDOLENCES to my cousin fatt family, the Abron and Henry family I am so SORRY to hear this about Fatt he will truly be MISSED. Catherine Lockhart Harris
Look to the hills from which cometh all our help, knowing that all our help comes from the Lord.
My Good Man may your labor & service in life arena welcome your rest under the Olive Tree. I must board the Train. Until We Meet Again.
Rest in peace my bro. Al (Temolly)&Pat.You will be missed Allen(Phatt-Fish)Henry
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