Of Michigan Center, passed away suddenly at his home, on Tuesday, September 13, 2011 at the age of 82. He was preceded in death by his wife of 56 years, Jo Ann (Haines) Harkness in February of 2007; sister and brother in-law, Katherine (Robert) Smith and brother, Richard Harkness. He is survived by his three daughters, Patricia (Robert Ouellette) Harkness, Lucinda (Anthony) Waldron and Candace (Michael) Beebe; three grandchildren, Brian Waldron, Scott Waldron and Angela (Charles) Elliott; four great grandchildren, Jessica Elliott, Ian Elliott, Harley Waldron and Scotty Waldron; as well as several nieces and nephews. Allen was born on June 25, 1929 to Gayle and Helen (Marsh) Harkness in Leslie, MI. He worked for the Railroad, Hill Piston of Jackson and Adco of Michigan Center. According to his wishes cremation has been selected, no services are scheduled and interment will be at Woodlawn Cemetery in Leslie, MI. Contributions in his memory may be made to the American Lung Association.