J. Ricky Allen

Joseph Ricky Allen, 70, of Wake Forest, died peacefully in his daughter’s home with all of his family by his side on Oct 2, 2022 at 3:08 pm. He courageously fought and battled cancer until the end, and now has the victory. He was born in Wake County to the late Leamon Howard Allen, Sr. and Myrtle Osa Ray Allen.

Ricky loved life, his family and his friends. He loved the outdoors, hunting, fishing and spending time with family. The unconditional love he gave his children, grandchildren and family is his greatest legacy. He was the absolute best Daddy and Papa and will forever be in our hearts. The family longs to be with him again in Heaven with our glorious Savior!

A funeral service was held at 1 o’clock, Thursday afternoon, October 6, 2022 at Ridgecrest Baptist Church with Pastor Jonathan Lotz officiating. Burial followed in the church cemetery.

Mr. Allen is survived by his children, Sara Allen Kusan & husband Christopher of Wake Forest and Joshua Allen & wife Brittney of Wake Forest; grandchildren, Lincoln & Logan Kusan and Sylvia Allen; former wife, Marilyn Allen of Wake Forest; siblings, Betty Berry, Alice Jones, Glenda Moody and Tim Allen. He was also preceded in death by his siblings, Leamon Allen, Jr., Bruce Allen, Sr., Donald Allen, Clayton Allen, Bobby Jean Driver and Kenneth Allen.

Arrangements by Clancy Strickland Wheeler Funeral Home, 1051 Durham Road, Wake Forest, NC. (919)556-7400

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