Born on April 11, 1949 in Martinsburg, he was the son of the late Ernest “Buck” and Helen Allen.
Gene was a family man who was loyal to those who loved him. He loved his family, especially his grandchildren and great-grandchildren, more than anything.
In his younger years, he was an avid outdoorsman who enjoyed hunting and fishing. He loved a good game of cards and enjoyed making knives.
He leaves to mourn his loss his best friend and wife of 45 years, Elsie Blackwelder Allen; three children: Lewis Alewine (Rachel), Terri Hickerson (Van), and Priscilla Chandler (Erick); eight grandchildren: Matthew Alewine, Steven Ferguson II (Jessica), DJ Carswell (Tiffany), Aaron Butler, Warren Butler, Doug Williams (Molly), Layna Williams, and Timmia Anderson; six great-grandchildren with one on the way; two nieces and one nephew; and special friends: John and Pam Gesford and Scott and Kim Demory.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a niece, a nephew, and grandson, Lewis Alewine III.
A Celebration of Life will be held on Monday, April 8, 2024, at 2pm at Rose Hill Farm, 284 Edgewood School Rd Shenandoah Junction, WV 25442. Casual dress is requested. In lieu of flowers, please make donations to Martinsburg Union Rescue Mission.
Condolences can be sent to www.RosedaleFuneral.com
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