John Edward Allen

     John Edward Allen, age 82, of Allegan, MI formerly of DeWitt, MI, passed away Tuesday, September 3, 2024, at Ascension Borgess Hospital, Kalamazoo, MI.
     Funeral Services will be held at Smith Family Funeral Homes, St. Louis, MI, at 11:00 A.M. on Tuesday, September 10, 2024, with Don Hendrick officiating. Burial will take place at Ridgelawn Cemetery, Breckenridge, MI. Visitation will be held on Tuesday, from 10:00 A.M. until the time of the service at the funeral home.
     John was born in Goodrich, Michigan on February 11, 1942, the son of Philip Marion and Lois (O'Morrow) Allen. On February 11, 1961, John married Wilma Ann Bott in Wheeler, Michigan. They were married forty-eight years prior to her passing on March 22, 2009. On April 30, 2016, John married Joyce Strand and has enjoyed the last several years with her.
     John had several jobs throughout his life, however his passion was construction. He owned his own construction business. He was a hands-on builder who could do everything from blueprints, and framing to finishing. He taught his sons and grandsons the business. John enjoyed the time at his lake house, fishing, and boating. John loved his family and friends and will be missed by all.
     He is survived by his wife Joyce, three children: Michael (Tina) Allen, Kellie (Michael) Neal, and Marty (Carrie) Allen; five grandchildren: Michael (Ashley) Neal II, Kasey (Erik) Love, Cutler Allen, Brooke Allen, and Mallorie Allen; four great-grandchildren: Hailey Harton, Jonas Paul, Paisley Neal, and Luka Love; five siblings: Evelyn White, Duane (Gisela) Allen, Linda (Brian) Allen, Brenda (David Scott) Hastings, and Philip (Marlene) Allen; and Joyce's children: Ken (Tamara) Green, Tim (Lori) Green, Denny (Leisa) Green, and Tammy (Steve) Rasmussen; and many nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents, wife Wilma, son Mark Allen, brother-in-law Carl White, and Joyce's son Rich Green.
     Online condolences may be made at www.smithfamilyfuneralhomes.com. The family is being served by Smith Family Funeral Homes, St. Louis, Michigan.