Helen "LeeLee" Hill Allen, age 73, of the Vestal community, passed away at her home on Friday, September 15, 2017 after an extended illness. She was being cared for by her husband Ray. LeeLee was born March 2, 1944 to Jeff Ellis, Sr. and Irene Hill. LeeLee loved the outdoors, her flowers, going on day trips with Ray to the mountains, flea markets, and antique stores. She loved her family and loved to laugh. She is preceded in death by her parents; son, Woodrow; brothers Tommy, Glen "Gitter", Jeff, Dale, Hoss, and a twin brother, Billy Dee. LeeLee is survived by her husband of 51 years, Ray Allen; son Darren; grandchildren Dalton, and Lilly; and two great-grandchildren; brothers Biggin, Ennie, Dave, Wayne and Greg; sisters Carolyn, Cindy, Gale, and Tammy; special sister-in-law, Brenda Sexton; and lots of nieces and nephews who she loved dearly. The family wished to express their heartfelt gratitude to UT Hospice for their excellent care of LeeLee and being supportive of Ray. Family will receive friends on Wednesday, September 20, 2017 from 5:00 pm until 6:30 pm in the chapel of Berry Funeral Home, 3704 Chapman Highway with a memorial service to follow at 6:30 pm. Family and friends will meet at 11:30 am on Thursday, September 21, 2017 at East Tennessee Veterans Cemetery, John Sevier Highway for the interment. Condolences may be offered at www.berryfuneralhome.com
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