Dorothy “Dottie” Allen, 92, of Plant City, died Jan. 15, 2015.
She was born May 1, 1922, in Anderson, South Carolina, and was united in marriage April 23, 1938, to Clarence Allen April. He preceded her in death June 8, 2000. They were married for 62 years. Mrs. Allen was a true ray of sunshine. She lived her life as a godly woman and an example to all who knew her. She was an inspiration and a blessing to all of the lives she touched. She loved her family and friends, but above all, she loved her Lord and Savior.
Mrs. Allen was also preceded in death by her parents; one sister; one brother; and son-in-law, Bob Davis.
She is survived by her children, Joy Hicks (Gerald), of Dover, Jerry Allen (Juanita), of Anaheim, California, Ray Allen (Kim), of Cleveland, Georgia and Barbara Davis, of Plant City; 11 loving grandchildren; 15 great-grandchildren; and 10 great-great grandchildren; as well as many other beloved relatives and dear friends.
A celebration of life memorial service was held Monday, Jan. 19, at Victory Baptist Church, Valrico. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made in Mrs. Allen’s memory to South Florida Baptist Hospital, to which they are deeply appreciative of the outstanding care they gave her.