Paul David Allen

He was born on July 27, 1948 to the late Grady Clay Allen and Gladys Laws Allen in Catawba County.

Along with his parents, he was preceded in death by his brother, Tommy Allen; and sister, Barbara Taylor.

Survivors include his wife Dianne Allen of the home; son, Dwayne David Allen of Hickory; daughters, Dawn Roxanne Allen and fiancé Jason Bassett of Hickory, Crystal Allen Phillips and husband Nick of Hickory; grandchildren, Jessica Ethridge, Josh Allen, Jordan Ethridge, Kendrick Allen, Dillon Bassett, Xavier Phillips; great granddaughters, Kaylee Allen, Laina McKinney; sister, Dale Allen; uncle, Bobby Allen; and numerous nieces and nephews.

A memorial service will be held on Thursday, October 24, 2019 at 5:00 p.m. at Moriah Baptist Church. The family will receive friends prior to the service from 4:00 until 5:00 p.m. at the church. Pastor Andrew Watkins will be officiating the service.