(Middleport)
Harold E. Allen passed away at home, unexpectedly on January 3, 2023 at the age of 82. He was born to Clifford and Elizabeth (Mahnke) Allen on June 13, 1941 in Middleport, NY. He was proud that he was born, raised, and lived his whole life in Middleport.
After graduating from Royalton-Hartland Central School in 1959, Harold proudly served as an MP in the U.S. Army from 1963 to 1965. He was the owner of Allen’s Service and Auto Repair for 48 years. Harold was a former member of the Middleport Fire Department. He served as treasurer and president of Middleport Exempts. He was also a member of Clute-Phillips 938 American Legion.
Harold and Margaret (Dodge) were happily married for 52 years. He was the father of Mary Beth (Jerry) Brick, P.J. (Elisabeth) Allen, and Tricia (Patrick) McManus. He was happiest spending time with and supporting his 7 grandchildren: Caleb and Cameran Brick, Brooke, Braden, and Kendall Allen, and Maggie and Violet McManus.
Harold is survived by his sister Carol Ann (Douglas) Herriven, his in-laws: Mary Pat and Mike Cooley, Ed and Julie Dodge, Suzanne Dodge, and Dan and Robin Dodge, as well as many nieces, nephews, and cousins.
He was predeceased by his brothers Howard and Paul and his brother-in-law Matt Dodge.
Harold’s happy place was sitting on the patio with family and friends with a drink in hand.
Calling hours will be held on Monday, January 8, from 4 to 7 pm ONLY at the Bates, Wallace & Heath Funeral Home, 38 State Street-Middleport. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, 262 Danny Thomas Place, Memphis, TN, 38105. To share a special memory of Harold, please visit: www.mitchellfamilyfuneralhomes.com
And he’s off like a terd of hurtles!