Allan was born and raised in Chattanooga and was a graduate of East Ridge High School. He was a former member of Edgewood Baptist Church, a US Marine veteran and was employed as a HVAC Installer.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Clyde and Ruby Waddell; and brother, James Randy Waddell.
Surviving are his wife of 25 years, Martha Waddell; sister, Judy Waddell; nieces, Lora (Micah) Steele, Rachael Antis and Ashley Antis; and nephews, James Douglas (Heather) Waddell and Christopher McGehee.
A Memorial Service will be held at 2 PM on Thursday, October 3, 2013 at Cross Roads Baptist Church (9122 Ooltewah Georgetown Road, Ooltewah, TN 37363) with Mike Steele officiating. Visitation will follow after the service at the church until 4 PM.
Arrangements are by the East Chapel of Chattanooga Funeral Home, Crematory & Florist.