Rev. Dr. LK Allen Obituary in Phenix City at Taylor Funeral Home, Inc

Obituary For Rev. Dr. LK Allen

Rev. Dr. LK Allen, 81, of Columbus, GA passed Tuesday, August 2, 2022 in Columbus, GA.

Funeral service will be held 11:00 a.m. EST Tuesday, August 9, 2022 at Holsey Monumental C.M.E Church, Columbus, GA with Elder Curtis West, officiating and Bishop Thomas L. Brown, eulogist. Interment will be in Ft. Mitchell National Cemetery, Ft. Mitchell, AL. Visitation is Monday, August 8, 2022 from 1-5 p.m. EST

Reverend Dr. LK Allen was born October 16, 1941 in Union Springs, Alabama to the late Robert Lee Allen, Sr. and Mary Blackmon Allen.

Reverend Dr. LK Allen received his formal education from the public school system in Bullock County, Alabama. He attended Jordan Vocational High School, where he received his high school diploma. He later served in the United States Army and was honorably discharged, in 1961, for his dedicated service for his country.

Reverend Dr. LK Allen received an Associates of Arts Degree from Chattahoochee Valley State College, May 27, 1977, Phenix City, Alabama, his Bachelors of Science Degree from Troy State University, Troy, Alabama. He went on to further his academics at the Interdenominational Theological Center of Phillips School of Theology, Atlanta, Georgia, where he received his Masters of Divinity, May 7, 1994, he matriculated and received his Doctorate of Divinity Degree from the Christian Bible College and Seminary, Rocky Mount, North Carolina, July 14, 2009.

Reverend Dr. LK Allen accepted Christ into his life at an early age and joined Mt. Zion Baptist Church in Union Springs, AL. He later joined Carter Monumental CME Church, Columbus, GA under Rev. E.L. Chester in 1976. As a young man, he accepted his calling to preach. He was ordained and received his licensed to preach July 19, 1970 under Elder J.M. McMath.

Bishop Joseph C. Coles, Jr. appointed him as a Presiding Elder in 1993. He served eleven years as a Presiding Elder on the North Columbus LaGrange District of the West Georgia Region Annual Conference under Retired Bishop Othal H. Lakey, Presiding Prelate of the Six Episcopal District. He was the pastor at Williams/Evans Chapel C.M.E, Buena Vista, GA, New Salem/Benevolent C.M.E, Cuthbert, GA, St. Paul C.M.E, Shiloh, GA, Saint James CME, LaGrange, GA and Carter Monumental C.M.E Church where he retired in 2018. He faithfully served in the ministry for 52 years.

He received numerous awards and was recognized for his love, leadership and dedicated service as a Presiding Elder of the North LaGrange District, West Region Annual Conference, after serving for 11 years in 1999. Also, among his many accolades he served faithfully on the West Georgia Region Annual Conference Joint Board, he was an instructor of the ITC Extension Course at Holsey Chapel C.M.E Church, Columbus, Georgia; Rev. Dr. Allen became a Chaplain with St. Francis Hospital, January 7, 2011, receiving CPE through the Association of Clinical Pastoral Education, Inc. Levels I and II. He was awarded a certificate for his dedicated service for the family and children of the ESP Head Start Program; he served as a substitute teacher for the Muscogee County School District for 24 years. After 24 years, his final assignment was at Gentian Elementary School, Columbus, Georgia for the 2021-2022 school year.

Reverend Dr. LK Allen will be greatly missed by his family, friends, and those who knew and loved him.

He leaves to cherish his memories his wife of 59 years Ola Phillips Allen, daughters, Shenita Thomas, Atlanta, GA, Sharolyn Johnson, Columbus, GA, Sarita (Curtis) Johnson, Lato, AL and Sonya (Robert) Key, Columbus, GA; two siblings Robert Allen, Jr. and Cora Mae Watt both of Columbus, GA; loving in-laws, Evangelist Faye (Thurmond) Ford, James (Annie) Phillips both of Phenix, City, AL; Doris Walker, Lois (Isaac) Holmes, Christine Jackson and Larry (Susie) Phillips all of Columbus, GA; a host of grand and great grandchildren, and many relatives, friends and loved ones.

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Sending love, thoughts, and prayers to you and your family during this tough time.
Chad Ocho Cinco Johnson and family

Dad it's been 2 years on today since you've been gone. I miss and love you so much. Rest on dad until we meet again . Love your baby girl Sonja.

Dad it's been a year sine you been gone. I miss you so much dad. I know you are with the Lord. Rest my sweet angel until we meet again. Your baby daughter . Sonja

Words are not enough on how much our father is missed still can't believe you're gone Dad you were a awesome mentor to your family (ALL)not some loving husband father brother and grandfather. Loved by many rest on dad because most of all you're anchored with the Lord whom you loved and preached the word of loss souls you're gone but will never be forgotten. Rest Rest Rest until we meet again your daughter SaritaJohnson love you daddy

Such sad news to hear. I was fortunate to have worked with Mr. Allen at Wynnton Arts Academy. He was a fixture at our school whenever a teacher needed a substitute. He was so good with the kids, especially the kindergarteners and first graders. One could tell how good of a man he was through conversation but more so how he treated others. He will be truly missed by the Wynnton family.

It deeply saddens me to return home from my moving my daughter and taking some vacation time, to discover this tragic news. I send my most sincere condolences to this wonderful family whom I have had the pleasure of knowing and serving with. I knew Dr. Allen to be a very positive and driven individual as well as a very energetic preacher to say the least. His presence in this life will be sorely missed, I'm praying for you family- Tim Cochran.

To the family of Rev. Dr LK Allen, your loved one was a joy to know and a shining example of Christ's love. Our deepest sympathy for your great loss. "In all things God works for the good of those who love him." Romans 8:28 (Mt. Zion C.M.E. Church ,Vienna, Ga. Rev.Jarius Sanfort,Pastor)

To the family of Rev. Dr. LK Allen, your pain and sorrow are shared by family and friends. May you find comfort in knowing so many care. Our thoughts and prayers are with the family. "Blessed are those who mourn, for they will be comforted." Matthew 5:4 (Jay c. and Bettie Lloyd, Vienna, Ga.)

TO THE FAMILY OF REV. (DR.) L. K. ALLEN, HE WILL BE SORELY MISSED IN TH RANKS OF THE NORTH COLUMBUS/LAGRANGE DISTRICT OF OUR C.M.E. CHURCH. HIS SERVICE TO THE DISTRICT, IS UNWAVERING. TO GOD BE THE GLORY. ALBERT GILLIAM, NEW HARMONY C.M.E. CHURCH WEST POINT, GA

Mrs. Allen, and family. Just found out this morning of the passing of Rev. Dr. Allen. What a shock. We know words can't take away the hurt you're feeling, but we want you to know how much we care. Sending you love and strength in this time of loss. The Whitehead Family and the Bethel CME Church - Shiloh, Ga.

Thinking of the Allen family as you celebrate the life of your beloved. May your happy memories give you peace and comfort during this challenging time. Love you all - Rachel Carr

My heartfelt sympathy for your loss. The Christian family has suffered a loss as well as this community. Only when we meet in heaven will see all of the lives this soul reached and shared Christ Jesus. Thanks be to God for his servant. Rev. Patricia Walton, a former student.

Greetings to Mrs. Ola Allen and Family. Rev. Dr. L. K. Allen was my friend and brother and my Presiding Elder 29 years ago while I served the St. James CME Church, Lagrange and The Holsey Monumental CME Church. He was always there for me, our Zion will miss him.
Dr. And Mrs. Claude A. Bass, Presiding Elder, Southwest District CME Church, Jackson, Tennessee

My deepest condolences to Mrs. Allen and Family. Rev Dr L.K. Allen was the Pastor of Clowers CME Church, Cataula, GA. Under his leadership I joined my Families home Church in May 2000. I'll forever cherish that time in my life and the role Rev Allen had. I looked forward to seeing him at Conferences because he energized me. Sis. Kekico L Cook

My deepest condolences to Mrs. Allen and Family. Rev Dr L.K. Allen was the Pastor of Clowers CME Church, Cataula, GA. Under his leadership I joined my Families home Church in May 2000. I'll forever cherish that time in my life and the role Rev Allen had. I looked forward to seeing him at Conferences because he energized me.

Earth has no sorrow that Heaven can not heal.

Mrs. Allen, and family, please accept my sincerest condolences for the loss of your husband, father and grandfather. Reverend Allen was always so kind to me.
Gwenette Joseph

Deepest Sympathy and Condelences to The Allen Family from The Gay Family. Mrs. Allen and the rest of the family,we know this pain o so well,but God makes no mistakes. Rev. Allen was always so nice to me when I was growing up. Always giving all of us great and encouraging words. May God keep you and you are in our prayers.Anita,and Alora Gay and Family

My deepest condolences to Mrs Allen and family Tracey Dixon Baker

Sending Love & Prayers from the Lipscomb Family To Your Family..... Always Remember That ,God Is To Wise To Make A Mistake, God Always Know What He Is Doing. Peace & Love To You All.

Grand daddy You will be missed dearly! Love your son JR

To the Allen Family: Bobby and I, will forever cherish Rev. Allen. He played a GRAND, part in our lives. He performed our wedding back 1987; and our 25th wedding anniversary. A beautiful soul will never be forgotten. Sleep on Pastor Allen, we love you, but God loves you best. The Hudson's.

Our deepest sympathy to Mrs. Allen and family during this difficult time ❤️ Annie Woods and family

Mrs. Allen, you and Rev. L.K. Allen made a big impact on my life growing up. I was bless to have you and Rev. L.K. Allen to pick me up on Sunday mornings for Sunday school and church @ St. Paul CME Church in Shiloh, Ga. Both or you guys had always been there for my grandparents Mr. R H Hamler and Mrs. Florine Hamler and family. Mrs. Allen I appreciate you and Rev. L.K. Allen for taking the time out of your busy schedule coming to Atlanta to do my wedding ceremony May 25, 2002 You both was like parents to me. You taught me so much. He will be greatly missed. Mrs. Allen you and your family will now have a special guardian angel watching over you. Love, Cassandra Hamler- Arnold

Granddaddy , this still feel unreal. I'm truly going to miss you. Just around this time last year. I lost my dad. Now I lost you 💔 Another great man gone from my life. You reminded me so much of my father. Thank you for being a wonderful Grandfather, A loving dad, and a amazing husband to my grandmother. We are going to truly missed you & we love you always. Your Granddaughter Shonda 💜

Lord my Heart! 💔 Grandad, this is by far the hardest pill I've ever had to swallow, Still can't believe your gone.,! I miss you soooo Much, Rest In Peace my sweet Angel. Much love Grandad, Love your granddaughter Shanta..,!

Grandaddy you were the first person to teach me about the Lord, you were such a sweet man! I will miss & love you forever. Rest peacefully. -your granddaughter Markesha.

MrsAllen&family I know that there aren't anywordstoconsoleyouallat this particular time. Glad I hadthepleasureofmeetingsuchawonderfulperson.MayherestinParadise

To the Allen family you all have my deepest sympathy on the lost of Rev. L.K. Allen, I will always remember Rev. Allen because he had very big impact on my life and I'm grateful that myself and the St. Paul Shiloh Ga church family had many years with him and it was a blessing, he will be greatly missed and I send love and prayers to you all.

MrsAllenyouandyourfamilyhavemydeepestcondencesGladihadtheprivelegeofmeetingsuchawonderfulperson.MayherestinParadise

Sending My Heartfelt Condolences To The Allen Family. Remember To Be Absent From The Body Is To Be Present With The Lord. Sarita And Sharolyn And Family May Ur Husband ,Daddy , Grandfather, Father-In-Law Rest In Paradise. Look To The Hills Which Cometh Ur Strength.

Grandaddy I'm truly going to miss you, so grateful to have had you as a grandfather. May you rest in heaven until we meet again. Love you so much!
Your granddaughter Sharelle ❤️

The Allen Family My heart is also heavy. Will miss hearing this great Pastor again. He visit Holsey Chapel often.
God's blessings to you.

To dad you will be truly missed. I will cherish the memories that we had. You are the strength beneath my wings. I am honored to be your son in law. The talks we had and your guidance made me to be a better man . You will be truly missed. Love you, Robert Keys.

Daddy, I can still hear your voice when I call to check on you and mom. I'm going to miss your voice and your handsome smile. May you continue to keep your loving arms around your family. You are truly a man of God. You were a Amazing, Loving, Caring, Forgiving Father. I will truly miss you. I love you daddy. Shenita your oldest daughter.

Dad my heart is heavy. I miss you so so much. You were my hero. A loving and kind dad . I still can't believe you are gone. I love you so much . Rest dad for you are now with the Heavenly Father. Love your baby daughter Sonja Keys

My deepest condolences Mrs. Allen and family, you are in my thoughts and my prayers.❤️🙏🏾 Jo Banks

You are going to be miss uncle LK you fought a good fight.love you your neice vickey L sanders and family

Well Done thy Good and Faithful servant, family you have our deepest condolences we love you.
Rev.& Mrs. William Spratling

Well Done thy Good and Faithful servant, family you have our condolences we love you

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