Charles Roy Allen, born on June 3, 1943, in Warsaw, Indiana, to Roy and Goldie (Allen) Allen, passed away at his home in North Manchester, Indiana, on January 12, 2025 at the age of 81.
Charles was a man who possessed a remarkable mechanical gift that led him to a fulfilling career as a maintenance worker. He dedicated many years of his professional life to Bryan before transitioning to United Technologies in North Manchester. When the plant closed, Charles traveled weekly to Zanesville, Ohio, to continue his work, returning home each weekend to be with his family. Even after the company moved operations to Mexico, he remained committed, traveling back and forth for work every two weeks until he eventually began working at Manchester Tool & Die, where he worked until he reached the age of 66. His unwavering dedication saw him balancing two or three jobs at times to ensure that his family was well taken care of.
Charles was not only known for his industrious nature but also for his gentle spirit. A homebody by nature, he was recognized for being one of the sweetest individuals, with the biggest and softest heart. He instilled in his children the importance of hard work and dedication; values that will resonate within the lives he touched.
On June 29, 1991, Charles married Jeanette K. (Howard) McClure. Together, they built a beautiful life, creating lasting memories, laughs, and adventures.
The loving memory of Charles Allen will be forever cherished by his wife, Jeanette Allen, North Manchester; sons, Charles James “Jim” (Cheryl Ann) Allen, Silver Lake, Jason Ray Allen, South Bend; daughters, Lisa Mae Allen, George West, Texas, Dana (John) Koors, Warsaw, and Danielle McClure, North Manchester; brother, Roger (Joann) Allen, North Manchester; sisters, Theda Mae Stein, Urbana, Cleditha Allen and Lois Jean Gray, both of North Manchester; sister-in-law, Sue Allen, Akron; fifteen grandchildren; and eight great-grandchildren. Charles was preceded in death by his parents; son, Michael Ray Allen; brother, Lawrence Allen; and sister, Evalee Signs.
Family and friends may call Thursday, January 16, 2025 from 11:00 to 1:00 p.m. at McKee Mortuary, 1401 State Road 114 West, North Manchester. Funeral services will begin at the conclusion of calling with Pastor J.P. Freeman officiating. Burial will be at Oaklawn Cemetery, North Manchester.
For those who wish to honor the memory of Charles Allen, memorial contributions may be made to the Cancer Services of Northeast Indiana, 6316 Mutual Drive, Fort Wayne, Indiana 46825.
The family of Charles Allen has entrusted McKee Mortuary with care and final arrangements.
Condolences may be emailed to mckeemortuary.com
