Betty Jean Allen, 79, a resident of Independence, Kan., and formerly of Carthage, Mo., passed away Monday, Feb. 1, 2010, at her home. She was born on Nov. 14, 1930, in Winfield, Kan., the daughter of Roy William and Nelia Alice (Gates) Savage.
After graduating high school, she went on to earn her associates degree. On Feb. 17, 1951, Betty was united in marriage to Ray R. Allen in Coffeyville, Kan. Betty was a homemaker. She did work outside of the home for A.C.C. in Independence, Kan., Citizens National Bank and also in a laundromat.
Betty is survived by one son, Roy Allen of Independence, Kan.; two grandsons; and one great grandchild. She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband Ray on March 3, 2003, and one sister.
Graveside funeral services will be held at 1 p.m. Friday, Feb. 5, 2010, at Grace Lawn Cemetery in Howard, with Pastor Robin Haines officiating. Visitation will be held from 9 a.m. to noon on Friday, Feb. 29, 2009, at Zimmerman Funeral Home.
Family suggests contributions to the Heartland Eye Bank in Kansas City and may be left with the funeral home. Condolences may be left at www.countrysidefh.com.
Arrangements are under the direction of Zimmerman Funeral Home.
