Charles "Chuck" Allen, born in 1945 in Coffeyville, Kansas, to Howard and Hazel Allen, passed away September 24th, 2024 at 11:07am surrounded by his loving family. He grew up in Hutchinson, Kansas, and later served a tour in Vietnam. During his military service, Chuck met the love of his life, Helga Beller, in Kassel, Germany, and they began their life together in the United States.
Chuck served honorably in the United States Army for 21 years, reaching the rank of Chief Warrant Officer 3 before retiring from military service. His tours of duty included multiple trips to Germany, Korea, Vietnam, California and Oklahoma. Once retired, he transitioned into a successful second career as a Real Estate Broker in Colorado Springs where he worked for 28 years before retiring.
Chuck is lovingly remembered by his children, Michael Allen, Rick Allen, and Lauri Ann Gloria, and his five grandchildren, Erik, Sean, Alexandra, Victor, and Hannah. He was also a proud great-grandfather to Aiden and Emma. Chuck is survived by his wife of 60 years, Helga Allen, and his legacy of service, love, and dedication to family will continue to inspire those who knew him.
