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Dorothy L. Allen
March 19, 1922 - January 26, 2008

Mrs. Dorothy L. Allen was born on Sunday, March 19, 1922, daughter of the late Willie and Novella Conatser Pepper. Mrs. Allen died Saturday, January 26, 2008 at NEA Baptist Memorial Hospital in Jonesboro, Ark., following a lengthy illness at the age of 85 years 10 months and 7 days. She was born in Lepanto, Ark., and had lived most of her lifetime in Trumann. She was a homemaker and beloved wife, mother and grandmother. She married J.T. Allen Oct. 13, 1940. She also worked alongside her husband for many years at the former Western Auto Store in Trumann, she provided private childcare for a large number of past and present area residents, and was a member of the First Baptist Church where she cared for several generations in the church nursery. Mrs. Allen was preceded in death by a brother, James Pepper, one sister, Johanna Dement and her parents. Survivors include her husband of 67 years, J.T. Allen of the home; one daughter, Carolyn Fielder of Jonesboro; two sons, Kenny Allen Sr., of Batesville and Robert Allen of Jonesboro; two brothers, Jack Pepper of Cotter and Bill Pepper of Jonesboro; four sisters, Maxine Osment of Trumann, Pat Walker of Lawrenceburg, Tenn., Juanita Thompson of Trumann and Lois Fears of Batesville; five grandchildren, Kenny Allen Jr., David Fielder, Stacey Branscum and Melissa Grice, all of Batesville and Candy McCray of Austin, Tex.; 11 great-grandchildren and many nephews and nieces. Funeral services will be Monday, January 28, 2008 at 10:00 a.m. at the First Baptist Church in Trumann with Dr. Tad Rogers officiating. Burial will follow in Jonesboro Memorial Park Cemetery in Jonesboro, Ark., under the direction of Thompson Funeral Home of Trumann. Pallbearers will be David Osment, Freddy Osment, Eddie Williams, Mark Branscum, Duane Grice, David Fielder and Zac Branscum. Visitation will be Sunday evening from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. at Thompson Funeral Home.Memorials may bew made to the First Baptist Church, P.O. Box 575, Trumann, AR 72472. Online guest book can be signed at www.thompsonfuneralhome.net.

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  1. Jackie Pepper Family, Memphis says
    February 6, 2008

    Our thoughts and prayers are with each of you during this time of loss. Memories and Scripture seem to provide comfort. John 14:1-6 talks about our home that is prepared for us and His returning to take all of His disciples to be with Him. What a reunion! I am blessed by my memories of Aunt Dorothy and all of you, her family. I pray the Holy Spirits comfort upon you.

  2. Margaret and Bill Ritchie, Kansas City, Mo. 64114 says
    February 5, 2008

    We are so sorry for Dorothy's passing. I knew her since I was a little bity thing, and she was so dear to me. I enjoyed visiting in her and your home when I could. She will be missed. Margaret

  3. Jack & Kay Pepper, Mountain Home, Arkansas says
    February 4, 2008

    J.T., Carolyn, Kenny and Bob--our love and prayers continue to be with you during this time. We cherish so many happy memories with your family. Dorothy was our big sister and always there--we will miss her so much but we know she is with Jesus and with our family who has gone on before. May God continue to strengthen and comfort you in the days ahead. Our love and prayersJack and Kay

  4. Maggie Neel, Tallahassee, Florida says
    February 1, 2008

    So sorry to read about Dorothy, she was such a very lovely person. Both my children loved her very much. my oldest just now turned 30 yrs of age. My god be with the fmily in these times of sorry. Maggie Neel

  5. Sheila Ponder Schisler, Jonesboro, AR says
    January 28, 2008

  6. Roger Haynes, Jonesboro, Arkansas says
    January 28, 2008

    J.T., Carolyn, Kenny, & Dale...I am so very sorry for your loss. You will all be in my prayers during this time.

  7. Angie Morgan Grant, West Memphis, AR says
    January 28, 2008

    My prayers are with your family at this time.

  8. Fred Jaynes, Trumann, AR says
    January 27, 2008

    Dale, Kenny, and Carolyn. I'm so sorry to hear about your mothers passing. I haven't seen here in a couple of years, but the last time I saw her she was just like always, and it made me think of how welcome she made me feel whenever I visited your home. She was a great lady and will be missed by all who knew her.

  9. Randy & Vassy Pepper, Germantown, TN says
    January 27, 2008

    We send our heart-felt condolescences to Aunt Dorothy's family and friends during this sad time.

  10. Patricia Pratt, Jonesboro, AR says
    January 27, 2008

    Our thoughts and prayers are with you all at this time. We are very sorry for your loss. May God's presence bring you comfort and peace. Mother thought the world of all of you. Love from Tricia Pratt and all of Floy (Chappel) Pratt's children.

  11. Erica Neel Kehr, Columbus, Georgia says
    January 26, 2008

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