Jimmy Allen Obituary

Jimmy Reed Allen of Vanndale, died at his residence on one of his favorite holidays, Independence Day, July 4th, 2025, he was 79.
Jimmy was born in Cherry Valley, Arkansas, on November 16, 1945, to the late Marvin and Edna Belle Allen. He graduated a Vanndale Panther, loved to mow and "tinker". Jimmy was PROUD to be a veteran of the Vietnam War, where he earned several medals, including the Code of Conduct and Geneva Convention. He loved to celebrate the 4th of July with his friends and family; fireworks were always a must with him. Jimmy refurbished old tractors and was considered a master furniture builder. Some of his greatest joy came from his children, grandchildren and great grandchildren.
He is survived by his, wife of 60 years, Jayne Ellen Martin Allen of Vanndale, son, Shane Allen and wife Shannon of Springdale, Arkansas, grandchildren, Alyssa Chambers and husband Jacob of Palestine, Arkansas, Chase Allen and wife Liz of Wynne, Arkansas, Katelyn Hankins and husband Bradley of Hermitage, Arkansas, Austin Ross of Moro, Arkansas, Jordan Allen of Kansas City, Missouri and seven great grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his son, Martin Reed Allen "Marty", sister, Janette McDivitt, Uncle John Andrews, parents, Marvin and Edna Belle Allen, and grandmother, Della Andrews.
Graveside services will be held at Vanndale Cemetery on Wednesday, July 9, 2025, at 2 PM with military honors. Rev. Gary Andrews and Rev. Tyler Willis will officiate.