Camel Funeral Home | FL

Obituary For Richard K. Allen Sr.

FUNERAL ARRANGEMENTS:

VIEWING: Friday, February 05, 2021 5:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. New Bethel Missionary Baptist Church, 1101 West Ave A, Belle Glade, FL 33430

SERVICE: Saturday, February 06, 2021 11:00 a.m. New Bethel Missionary Baptist Church, 1101 West Ave A, Belle Glade, FL 33430

INTERMENT: Saturday, February 06, 2021 Foreverglades Cemetery, 1500 Gator Blvd, Belle Glade, FL 33430

Richard Kimberlin Allen, Sr. was born to the late George Oliver, Sr. And Susie Mae Allen on August 5, 1964 in Belle Glade, FL. Richard graduated from Glades Central Community High to the mighty class of 1982. As his career began, he devoted his life to the City of Belle Glade as a Meter Reader and worked his way up to being a Field Service Manager for over 2 decades. Upon his retirement from the City, Richard spent time rehabilitating his beloved mother back to good health before she gained her own set of wings. Richard knew then that his passion to help others was beyond simple. In 2015, he started a new journey in the field of mental health and substance abuse. Richard believed every person, regardless of their disability, race, ethnicity, gender, age, economic status, or sexual orientation, has the right and responsibilities to their full potential in our society, the right to be treated with compassion, respect and dignity, free from stigma and prejudice. The simplest things in life brought great joy to Richard. He loved to inspire others to be their authentic selves to telling you where you fell short at only to build you back up. Richard found comfort in escaping our society in his drawings and poetry of his untold gifts. He had the ability to find happiness in every situation. His pleasant personality was contagious to everyone one he met. He was well-known for his quick wit, his infectious smile, and his kind and compassionate spirit. Richard was preceded in death by his father, George Oliver, Sr. and mother, Susie Mae Allen; stepfather: David Lee Patrick; sisters: Tina Marie Vickers and Angel Patrick; special brothers: Rickey, David and Charles Patrick; auntie: Mildred Reed; great-aunt: Corrie Lee Jenkins. He is survived by his two children; Richelle K. Allen (Debbie Martin) and Richard K. Allen, Jr. (Monique Hodges); 7 siblings; Michael Oliver, Sabrina Bailey (Johnny), Anthony Oliver, Sheth Allen (Angelina), Thelma Allen, Georgie Oliver Jr. (Angeline) and Vernett Richardson; host of cousins, nieces and nephews. Richard will also be remembered by the Jenkins, Monroe, Thompson and Jackson family.

Guest Book

I miss you alot it been a year and 4 months you left me when I was 12 I'm now 13 and I just can't let you go is so much I want to tell you I moved on in life and starting to let go but idk how to you taught me alot and every time I just cry and think about you 💔 I hope heaven doing good for you cause I'm not doing so good but hanging in there I love you 🥺

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Our Monster's are real!

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My friend ,my counselor,my heart is broken😭 ,not you nor will I ever think I will be writing this.the fact you told me you are on phone called away,stays with me🙏🏻I thank you for teaching me how to be strong in the most difficult times how to handles situations in challenging times and always be ready to learn the new upcoming You were my bro.i was little sis...I will miss you dearly..#please send some advices vibes down as you look down on us ...#🙏🏻Praying for your children and your families and this difficult time for strength and peace within 🙏🏻 May you Rest in power.🦾🦾Just like how strong you were Peacefully 👼 #babygirl✍🏾🦋

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Rick- It's hard to forget someone who gave us so much to remember. I'll remember you in many positive ways-with a big smile, a big heart and always great with a story. Connie

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Richelle and family. I'm saddened to hear of your loss. Know you remain in our thoughts. Dr. Jay

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I just don't understand...you will definitely be missed! I'll cherish our talks and all of your advice. -V

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They say there is a reason, They say that time will heal, but neither time nor reason, Will change the way we feel for no one knows the heartache, that lies behind our smiles, No one knows how many times we have broken down and cried, We want to tell you something, So there won't be any doubt, You're so wonderful to think of "BUT SO HARD TO BE WITHOUT" --The Jackson's

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Rick, I was thinking of you Monday morning as you were to start a new job and chapter in your life. I will miss our chats early in the morning before everyone else came in. I will treasure your gift. Prayers of peace to all that had the privilege of knowing you. Elizabeth ParraBarnes

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thoughts and prayers for your family. You were a wonderful friend. I I'll miss my friend.

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Richared you will be missed. St Marys will miss your hard work and dedication.I will miss talking about football games on monday morninngs at work with you and youre strong sense of what is right and wrong. Sam Drake

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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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