As told by Allen’s daughter, Stephanie.
My dad had suffered from multiple health disorders, including A-fib, asthma, high blood pressure, high cholesterol, and chronic cellulitis in both legs. I had been visiting him because he needed a lot of assistance.
One day in February 2024, I couldn’t reach him. I went over to his apartment to see what was wrong, and he would not answer the door. So, my husband and I called for a wellness check. Once they were able to get through the door, he was gone due to a pulmonary embolism, and my life was forever changed. He was my rock and someone I cared most about in life.
My dad was an avid Chicago White Sox fan. He was a man of God, loved playing cards, pool, bowling, and volunteering his time to help others. Anything competitive got him going. He was a strong-willed, but loving man. He was never shy to share his opinions and definitely was not afraid to tell you when you were wrong.
He had a unique sense of humor, not matched by anyone I have ever met in my entire life. He loved to make others smile and laugh. No words can truly express how much he meant to me, and nothing can replace the void that was left in his absence.
Take your health seriously, watch out for your family, and most importantly, enjoy every moment you can with your loved ones. You never know when it might be the last time you see them.
