Dorothy Jane Allen, beloved mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and great-great-grandmother, passed away peacefully on November 10, 2025, at the age of 101.

Dorothy was born on September 9, 1924, in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, to Raymond and Ellen Snyder. She grew up in Springfield, Delaware, alongside her siblings, Janet and Bob, both of whom preceded her in death. After graduating from Springfield High School, Dorothy proudly served her country during World War II as a Seaman First Class in the U.S. Navy WAVES (Women Accepted for Volunteer Emergency Service) from June 1943 to April 1945. She was a proud member of the American Legion and remained deeply patriotic throughout her life.

In 1946, Dorothy married the love of her life, Ivan Eugene Allen, whom she met while he was serving in the U.S. Army. They were married on March 16, 1946, in Springfield, Pennsylvania, and shared 55 wonderful years together until Ivan’s passing in 2001. Together, they raised six children and built a beautiful five-generation family.

Dorothy was preceded in death by her husband, Ivan Eugene Allen; her son, James Eugene Allen; and several other beloved family members. She is survived by her children: Kathryn (Mike) Clark, Barbara (Don) Vanschuyver, John Henry Allen, Elizabeth (Randy) Fields, and David (Pam) Allen; as well as 12 grandchildren, 24 great-grandchildren, and 4 great-great-grandchildren who will carry on her legacy of love and kindness.

A devoted member of Trinity Baptist Church in Wellston, Dorothy gave freely of her time and talents—making quilts for church fundraisers and knitting hats for the Jesus House. She found joy in simple, meaningful things: quilting, knitting, crocheting, and baking for those she loved. Her favorite song was “String of Pearls” by the Glenn Miller Orchestra, and she cherished family gatherings, especially Mother’s Day and Christmas—her favorite holidays because they celebrated love, faith, and togetherness.

When asked about life’s lessons, she would smile and say, “Be kind to one another.”

Her family will forever remember her warmth, humor, and strength—a life well lived, and a heart well loved.