1955
William
2024
William B. Allen
November 23, 1955 — January 10, 2024
WEST BOYLSTON - William "Brian" Allen, 68, passed away on Wednesday, January 10, 2024, at UMass Memorial - Lake Ave. Campus after an illness. Born and raised in Worcester, Brian was the son of the late William A. and Grace M. (Hardie) Allen and lived the last 30 years in West Boylston.
He graduated from Burncoat Senior High School in Worcester, class of 1973. Brian dedicated 23 years of his career to Norton Company in Plant 8, Large Wheel Division as a supervisor. Later, he worked at Archive America as a courier for 20 years, retiring in 2022. Brian was a long-time member of Adam Square Congregational Church in Worcester. He found joy in the outdoors, spending time walking, relaxing in his gazebo, observing birds, and listening to his police scanner. A fan of "Phantom Gourmet," he often convinced his family to explore various New England restaurants recommended by the show. Known for his sense of humor, often laced with witty sarcasm, Brian was fondly referred to by his family as an UIE (Useless Information Expert) due to his remarkable memory. He will be remembered for his kindness, generosity, and profound love for his family.
He is survived by his life partner of 48 years, Gail Angell, and his two sisters, Merrie Allen of Portland, Maine, and Beth Allen of West Boylston. In addition to his parents, Brian is predeceased by a sister, Joy Allen. Mutually cherished is his nephew Peter and his wife, Melissa Singley and their children, Ryan and Rebecca of Holden and his niece, Bethany Hayden and her children, Avery and Eli, of Lexington, Kentucky. He is also survived by his brother-in-law Reverend Martin Singley.
Brian's family will honor and celebrate his life at a "Celebration of Life" in the spring. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to Tunnels to Towers Foundation, 2361 Hylan Blvd, Staten Island, NY 10306, or donationsupport@t2t.org . Arrangements are entrusted to the care of Miles Funeral Home, 1158 Main St., Holden.
To share a memory or offer an online condolence please visit the Tribute Wall on this page.
He graduated from Burncoat Senior High School in Worcester, class of 1973. Brian dedicated 23 years of his career to Norton Company in Plant 8, Large Wheel Division as a supervisor. Later, he worked at Archive America as a courier for 20 years, retiring in 2022. Brian was a long-time member of Adam Square Congregational Church in Worcester. He found joy in the outdoors, spending time walking, relaxing in his gazebo, observing birds, and listening to his police scanner. A fan of "Phantom Gourmet," he often convinced his family to explore various New England restaurants recommended by the show. Known for his sense of humor, often laced with witty sarcasm, Brian was fondly referred to by his family as an UIE (Useless Information Expert) due to his remarkable memory. He will be remembered for his kindness, generosity, and profound love for his family.
He is survived by his life partner of 48 years, Gail Angell, and his two sisters, Merrie Allen of Portland, Maine, and Beth Allen of West Boylston. In addition to his parents, Brian is predeceased by a sister, Joy Allen. Mutually cherished is his nephew Peter and his wife, Melissa Singley and their children, Ryan and Rebecca of Holden and his niece, Bethany Hayden and her children, Avery and Eli, of Lexington, Kentucky. He is also survived by his brother-in-law Reverend Martin Singley.
Brian's family will honor and celebrate his life at a "Celebration of Life" in the spring. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to Tunnels to Towers Foundation, 2361 Hylan Blvd, Staten Island, NY 10306, or donationsupport@t2t.org . Arrangements are entrusted to the care of Miles Funeral Home, 1158 Main St., Holden.
To share a memory or offer an online condolence please visit the Tribute Wall on this page.
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