Robert Allen, 88, of Huntley, died peacefully on Sunday, May 16, 2021 at JourneyCare Hospice in Barrington.
Robert was born August 27, 1932 to parents Frank and Ethel (nee Thomas) Allen. Robert was a proud army veteran of the Korean War. He married Barbara Poston on June 18, 1955 in Franklin Park. The couple made their home in Franklin Park and Arlington Heights where they raised their family. Robert was a hard worker and was dedicated to his profession as a roofer. He was a proud member of the Lions Club and was very active with the organization. He will be missed by all who knew him.
Robert is survived by his sons, Jeffrey Allen, and Jay (Roma) Allen, his grandchildren, Mary, John, Heather, Autumn, Charity, Jeffrey, Gabriella, Jason, Courtney, Kelly, and Carly, and his great-grandchildren.
Robert was preceded in death by his beloved wife of 61 years, Barbara Allen.
Visitation will be Monday, May 24, 2021 from 9:00 a.m. to time of service 11:00 a.m. at DeFiore Funeral Home, 10763 Dundee Road, Huntley.
Interment will be private.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to JourneyCare.
For further information please call the funeral home at 847-515-8772 or online condolences may be directed to www.defiorefuneral.com
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Jeff, Jay and all of the Allen Family....Please accept our heartfelt condolences and prayers for peace now that Bob is once again with the Love of his life in heaven. As some of you know, I had the utmost respect for both your Mom and Dad. They were both like parents to me and took me in as one of their own. I learned so many things from your mother, but Banzai Bob was a Father, a friend, a disciplinarian, a boss and a man I so very much looked up to and respected. Your Dad took me camping for the first time, taught us about the outdoors and how to “Police the Area”.........I could go on forever, so again please find peace knowing that he is with Barb. Love you guys. Chris and Robin Carlson
My condolences to Bob's sons and their families. He spoke highly of you. For me, I will miss him as a friend. Spending the last couple years reminiscing and enjoying the summer weather has been a time I will cherish. He always kept us entertained and he will be truly missed. ~~Ben Imhoff
RIP Bob. You truly will be missed.
I am so sorry and shocked about his passing away. He and Barbara were one of the sweetest couples in our neighborhood. Fernando and I had many years of playing and participating with the Sun city Golf Club golf outing and activities with both of them of which we are both members. We had so many good memories and fun times to be cherished. Both of them are in a better place now. Free from pain and happy with our heavenly father. My sincerest condolence to all the family.
My deepest sympathy to Bob's family. I'm going to miss having him around my Dad's house. We had a lot of great conversations in the driveway where he always had me laughing. RIP Bob, I'm sure you're with your sweet Barb now.
RIP Bob, your happy now cause your with Barbara, we know that was your wish. I’ll. miss you also cause we use to solve the problems of the world over a glass of wine on my patio..We had many a great time since we moved in one day apart. RIP Bob.
Bob was a wonderful uncle and a great man. Always loved Uncle Bob
To the Allen Family, our condolences to you for the passing of our dear friend, Bob. Bob was Sam's friend since the 6th grade. So close we called each other brother. I will miss the great times we had, especially on the golf course. Rest in peace, Bob. -Sam and Marie Mascia
Jeff and Jay I am sorry for your loss. I remember the camping trips to White Pines State Park and Skitching in the alley behind your house being pulled by a volkswagen bug. He was a very good man. I know there's a place heaven for him. We wished that I could have been there for the wake. Jeff I'm sure its been 30+ years since I've seen you. Hope to see you again someday. Sorry for your loss, Joe and Lori Thomas