Cecil W. Allen

1934 ∼ 2012

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Cecil W. Allen, 77, of Orange, died Friday, June 1, 2012, at his home with his family by his side.

Funeral services will be 2:00 p.m. Monday, June 4, 2012, at Claybar Funeral Home in Orange, with Mr. Doug Rogers officiating. Burial will follow at Forest Lawn Memorial Park in Beaumont.

Visitation will be from 6:00-7:30 p.m., Sunday at the funeral home in Orange.

Born in Beaumont, Texas, on November 20, 1934, Cecil was a veteran of the US Navy Reserve. He retired as the Transportation Director at Little Cypress-Mauriceville CISD, and was a member of First United Methodist Church in Orange and the Lutcher Theater Guild. Cecil shared his love for music and entertaining with his family and friends.

He was preceded in death by his wife, Catherine Allen; and mother, Inez Brown Smith; and step-father, Chris Smith.

Cecil is survived by his son, Chris W. Allen and wife Annette; daughters, Donna Benefield and husband Ricky, Cindy Reynolds and husband Craig, all of Orange; grandchildren, Katie Worthy and husband Tyler, Jordan Allen, Hillary Benefield, Keely Benefield, Aubrey Bourgeois and husband Clay, and Abby Reynolds; great-grandchildren, Jacob, Carson, and Adalynn Worthy; and brother, Gene Allen and wife Dorothy of Beaumont.

Serving as Pallbearers will be Jordan Allen, Tyler Worthy, Clay Bourgeois, Ricky Benefield, Craig Reynolds, and David Devilbiss. Honorary Pallbearers will be Gene Allen, H.B. Lindsey, James Bauman, Dexter Bassinger, and Claude Hamerly.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be directed to Orange Christian Services, 2518 West Park Ave., Orange, TX 77630.

Condolences

Anonymous June 8, 2012

Catherine was my very best friend when we were young. Her family lived 4 blocks from my family on Terrell Street. We both went to Roberts Avenue Methodist Church. We used to double date before Cecil came in to her life. She and Cecil married before Ro##imported-begin##Sherry Sawyer Adams##imported-end##

Anonymous June 7, 2012

Cecil was a wonderful man. It's been years since I saw them but I loved both your parents.##imported-begin##Earl Tipton##imported-end##

Anonymous June 7, 2012

Dad, It has taken several days for this to sink in...you're not coming back. I pray you are with Mom and will be happy. Thanks for all the wonderful memories and the music. I love you and will miss you dearly. Cindy##imported-begin##Cindy Reynolds##imported-end##

Anonymous June 5, 2012

I have known Cecil since the 1st grade at Fletcher School in Beaumont. I know what a fine decent gentleman he was. The other tributes above are truly wonderful and right on target. I knew Catherine from the 6th grade at David Crockett Jr. High. They we##imported-begin##Bette Stead##imported-end##

Anonymous June 4, 2012

I am so sorry to hear about Mr. Ray, he will forever stay in my heart and I will always remember his wonderful singing...My sincere heartfelt condolences to his family...Gonna miss him so much at Karaoke...♥##imported-begin##Patty Ferguson Belk##imported-end##

Anonymous June 4, 2012

Ray, I will miss you deeply. You were a very good friend and karaoke will definitely not be the same without you. I wish we had the chance to sing our song just one more time, but I know you will always be able to hear me from up above...##imported-begin##Chad Eldridge##imported-end##

Anonymous June 4, 2012

Family: May the peace which comes from the memories of love shared comfort you now and in the days ahead.Although no words can really help to ease the loss you bear, just know that you are very close in every thought and prayer.Casey and I love you and a##imported-begin##Casey and Tara Stone##imported-end##

Anonymous June 4, 2012

You all have a lifetime of loving memories of your Dad. Reminiscing will be such fun. I know he taught you many truths of this life, and you will cherish & pass them on to the next generations. God bless you all, and with much love, Pam##imported-begin##Pamela Seastrunk##imported-end##

Anonymous June 3, 2012

I loved my Dad, he was my best friend. We shared many good and bad times together and he and my mom taught me about life and love for family. Lesson number one, trust in the Lord with all your heart. Lesson number two, life is hard, enjoy your time and sh##imported-begin##Chris Allen##imported-end##

Anonymous June 3, 2012

What a wonderful man. He will be missed. As a neighbor and friend he was always upbeat, funny and great to talk with. Our thoughts and prayers go out to his family and friends.##imported-begin##George Velasquez##imported-end##

Anonymous June 3, 2012

Chris, Donna & Cindy and all - we are so very sorry for your loss. He's at peace now and singing with some wonderful angels. I pray that one day soon, good memories and laughter will replace the hurt and loss you feel right now. The whole Lindsey famil##imported-begin##Anita Lindsey Lake##imported-end##

Anonymous June 3, 2012

On behalf of Forest Lawn Memorial Park, I would like to express my condolences for your loss. May God be with you in your time of loss. Adam Strahan-Forest Lawn Memorial Park##imported-begin##Adam Strahan##imported-end##

Anonymous June 3, 2012

Chris, we were so sad to hear of your father's passing. You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers. God's Blessings be with you all.##imported-begin##Tommy & Robin Lamprecht Marine Plus##imported-end##

Anonymous June 3, 2012

I loved you so very much Papa. I have so many memories of you: sitting in the chair brushing my long hair after my bath when me and keely would stay with you and Mimmie, coming to every single one of my fifteen dance recitals, eating a late night tv snack##imported-begin##Hillary Benefield##imported-end##

Anonymous June 2, 2012

CECIL HAS BEEN ON MY MIND THE LAST 3 DAYS. I GUESS THE LORD WAS TRING TO TELL ME. I HAD PLANED TO VISIT HIM TODAY AND NOW I AM TOO LATE. CECIL AND CATHERINE WERE BOTH MY FRIENDS IN HIGH SCHOOL##imported-begin##BARBARA MONCRIEF GEORGE RICCICK##imported-end##

Anonymous June 2, 2012

Dad was such an positive influence on my life. He taught me how to be a family oriented person, a person of great character and the love of music. He will be missed but will always remain in my heart. Love you Dad! Donna##imported-begin##Donna Benefield##imported-end##