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Thelma Allen

November 2, 1922 - July 8, 2022
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Mount Calvary Baptist Church
442 Bell Street
Akron, Ohio 44307
(330) 253-3747 | Map
Saturday 7/23, 11:00 am - 1:00 pm
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442 Bell Street
Akron, Ohio 44307
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150 Glendale Ave.
Akron, Ohio 44302
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Thelma Allen was born on November 2, 1922. She was the proud daughter of Minister Floyd Allen and Rosa Phillips Allen. Her family migrated from Atlanta, Georgia to Ohio when she was just a baby. Thelma’s mother passed during her teen years and her father became her hero. Her formal education began in Akron PublicContinue Reading

Debbie. Williams left a message on October 20, 2022:
I am so sorry to just hear of Soror Thelma Allen’s passing. She never forgot you even when not seeing you for many years! She had a fantastic memory, was gracious and loving. I will always remember her kindness and love for ZTO and Delta Pi chapters of AKA. May she now Rest In Peace with all the other angels.
Debbie. Williams left a message on October 20, 2022:
I am so sorry to just hear of Soror Thelma Allen’s passing. She never forgot you even when not seeing you for many years! She had a fantastic memory, was gracious and loving. I will always remember her kindness and love for ZTO and Delta Pi chapters of AKA. May she now Rest In Peace with all the other angels.
Rosalind R Lewis left a message on August 26, 2022:
Miss Allen was an exemplary educator with the patience and love of all children fortunate to be assigned her. I had the privilege to learn so much from her many years of dedicated teaching. Miss Allen, your are highly respected and missed for all the ways your skills positively impacted teaching and learning. Rest in our heavenly Father's arms.
Dorothy Liptrot Brown left a message on July 24, 2022:
To speak of the many Thanksgivings and Christmases which I spent with Thelma learning her history and feeling her inspiration for me to succeed can not be counted. She was a part of my life and always called me, "Dot". She set the bar for teaching children to read, A true part of my history.
Christine Wilson Campbell left a message on July 22, 2022:
I just wanted to say yes Ms Allen. Was awesome and a diamond in the rough always always cared about her students we were her babies and treated so Hugs love n prayers to her family and caregivers
Peace of mind is a call away. We’re here when you need us most.
Carrie Clement left a message on July 22, 2022:
I was blessed to know Thelma during our time together at Copley Place. She was such a spiritual being and had a great presence with me. She will truly be missed. My condolences to Aria and all her AKA sisters that she so loved. You met your maker , Thelma. With love always ?
Carrie Clement left a message on July 22, 2022:
I was blessed to know Thelma during our time together at Copley Place. She was such a spiritual being and had a great presence with me. She will truly be missed. My condolences to Aria and all her AKA sisters that she so loved. You met your maker , Thelma. With love always ?
Rocky and Pamela Wellington left a message on July 22, 2022:
Ms. Allen was a true Gem. She was a beautiful friend and neighbor. We will always remember our talks and wisdom she shared with us. We especially remember her telling us to keep God in the center of our lives. Take your rest and sleep in heavenly peace.
RENEE GREENE left a message on July 22, 2022:
The Spirit gives Life. The flesh counts for nothing. John 6:63. Soror, mentor, colleague and friend...did not change from day to day...met you with a smile, chuckled at local gossip, left you "churched". She didn't need to wear diamonds, she was one. She TAUGHT children how to READ! She was 'loved and respected'. RWG, Soror Thelma Soror Renee Greene and family.
Virgil left a message on July 22, 2022:
Another soldier gone home. I remember fondly Thelma strutting pass our house on Bell st head high and with a beautiful smile. You will be sorely missed. Rest well my sister..
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Alber Seward Bell left a message on July 22, 2022:
My sincerest condolences and prayers to the family of Thelma. I taught school along with Thelma and we enjoyed the students. She touched many young lives throughout her entire career, and was a great inspiration to the children. May you rest in peace Thelma!. Mrs. Alber J. Seward Bell Akron Public Schools retiree
Garth Newberry left a message on July 22, 2022:
My sincere condolences to the family of Ms. Thelma Allen. I fondly remember Ms. Allen when I was growing up in the community. She was a dear friend of my mother and family. I remember her to always be so pleasant when we met her. May god grant her peace in paradise.
Pauletta and Eddie Bowen left a message on July 21, 2022:
My heart is broken to learn of your untimely passing as I lit this candle for a beautiful woman. I will remember the happy memories we shared at Pauletta's Boutique. My love goes out to Ms. Allen. She was a trumplet of the community, her church and teaching in the Akron Public School. She was a true pioneer, graceful, and love to dress with fine clothes from Pauletta's Boutique. Ms. Allen loved to talked about her closeness she shared with her father and her God. Ms. Allen you will truly be missed by everyone who knew you with that beautiful warm smile. Rest in Eternal Paradise my friend. Pauletta and Eddie
Pauletta and Eddie Bowen left a message on July 21, 2022:
My heart is broken to learn of your untimely passing as I lit this candle for a beautiful woman. I will remember the happy memories we shared at Pauletta's Boutique. My love goes out to Ms. Allen. She was a trumplet of the community, her church and teaching in the Akron Public School. She was a true pioneer, graceful, and love to dress with fine clothes from Pauletta's Boutique. Ms. Allen loved to talked about her closeness she shared with her father and her God. Ms. Allen you will truly be missed by everyone who knew you with that beautiful warm smile. Rest in Eternal Paradise my friend. Pauletta and Eddie
Gwenola Cheatham Freeman left a message on July 21, 2022:
To the Family of Ms Thelma Allen. Sorry to her of her passing .she my teacher in junior high. She was an example of what a teacher should be...A Teacher of all Teacher
Cheryl Johnson left a message on July 21, 2022:
I have fond memories of our dear sorority sister, Thelma Allen. She loved and was deeply committed to Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc. She will be missed. May she rest in God’s eternal peace.
Cheryl Johnson left a message on July 21, 2022:
I have fond memories of our dear sorority sister, Thelma Allen. She truly loved and was deeply committed to Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc. She will be missed. May she rest in God’s eternal peace.
Laura Farris-Daugherty left a message on July 21, 2022:
My late mother Leona W. Farris and Ms. Thelma Allen just loved sitting together in the cafe at Copley Place. Now they're sitting together in heaven. My deepest condolences for the Allen family. Love Laura.
Suzette sharif left a message on July 20, 2022:
In memory of Thelma Allen, Suzette sharif lit a candle
Christine Wilson Campbell left a message on July 20, 2022:
I am very sorry for your loss I had Ms Allen at Rankin she helped me understand what i was reading to where I loved to read now. She is forever in my heart. My thoughts n prayers are with the family
Peace of mind is a call away. We’re here when you need us most.
Christine Wilson Campbell left a message on July 20, 2022:
I am very sorry for your loss I had Ms Allen at Rankin she helped me understand what i was reading to where I loved to read now. She is forever in my heart. My thoughts n prayers are with the family
Jesse Henderson left a message on July 20, 2022:
Condolences to the family most precious teacher I ever had my teacher at Bryan school in the early 60s she will be greatly missed loved her very much she is on the right hand of Jesus god bless her family
Felicia Whatley-Landry left a message on July 19, 2022:
Thank you Ms. Allen for your kindness, and wealth of knowledge. You will definitely be remembered as a pillar to the community as well as the education system! My heartfelt condolences and prayers are with the family.
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