Mark P. Allen's Obituary
Decatur-Mark P. Allen, 52, of Decatur, passed away 5:18 am Tuesday, June 15, 2010 at Millikin University.
Services to celebrate Mark's life will be 2:00 pm Saturday, June 19, 2010 at Graceland Cemetery with Pastor Joel Ruppert officiating. Visitation will be from 1 – 2:00 pm Saturday at Graceland/Fairlawn Funeral Home. Memorial donations may be directed to the American Heart Association or the American Cancer Society. Online memories and condolences may be shared with Mark's family at www.gracelandfairlawn.com.
Mark was born on October 18, 1957 in Sullivan, IL the son of Richard W. and Esther (Day) Allen. Mark was a graduate of Dwight Eisenhower High School with the class of 1975. After graduation, Mark proudly served his country in the US Army from 1977 – 1980. He had been employed at Millikin University since September 18, 2003, working as a custodial supervisor. He dedicated his life to his job and his family.
Mark leaves behind to cherish his memories his brother Steve (Cathy) Allen of Thousand Oaks, California, his sisters Nora (Rick) Watters of Decatur, Illinois and Kathy Gadberry of La Grange, Kentucky, several nieces, nephews and a host of dear friends.
Mark was preceded in death by his parents Richard and Esther, and his brother Randy.
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