Dickie Dee Allen, 74, of Bertram, Texas passed away on November 21, 2022. Dickie was born June 1st, 1948 to Stella and CL Allen Jr in Burnet, Texas. He graduated Bertram High School in 1966 and after High school spent some time traveling with his good friend Ronnie Smith with the intentions of working in Alaska. They only made it as far as White Horse Canada before turning around and heading home. Dickie joined the IBEW 520 Electrical Union upon his return and began his 55 year career with them.
In the summer of 1977, he met the love of his life, Mary, at the Friendly Café in Bertram, TX. He soon proposed and they were married on June 2, 1978. They went on to have 3 children Sarah, Katy and Tyler Dee.
After Retirement, Dickie spent his days working in his garden, traveling, and residing in the city he loved as Mayor. Some of Dickie’s proudest accomplishments during his life included being a Little League coach for his daughter’s teams, serving on the Boards of Meals on Wheels and Bertram Community Association/Swimming Pool, Serving as a Bertram City Council Member for over 20 years and as Mayor for 3 1/2 years.
Dickie was preceded in death by his parents Stella and CL Allen Jr., and his brother Calvin Allen. He is survived by his wife Mary, daughters Sarah Allen (Jess), Katy Averitt (Bill Joe), son Tyler Dee Allen (Nicole), Grand Daughters Katelyn Jo and Addy Grace, brother Jimmie Allen (Mary B), sisters Irene Denton, Judie Lancaster (Billy Ralph), brothers Johnny Allen, Terry Allen (Nancy), Glynn Allen (Doris) and numerous nieces and nephews.
Dickie's funeral service will be held Friday, November 25 at 2 PM at Clements-Wilcox Funeral Home in Burnet with Ronnie Brooks officiating. Visitation will take place from 12 PM until 2 PM before the funeral service. Burial will follow at Mt. Zion cemetery near Bertram.
In lieu of flowers, please consider making a donation to Bertram Youth League P.O. Box 1314 Bertram, TX. 78605.
Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.ClementsWilcoxBurnet.com for the Allen family.
