Richard Allen passed away on March 18, 2014 at St. Joseph’s Hospital in Tucson, AZ. Richard, and his twin brother Tom, were born on January 14, 1932 in Cereal, Alberta, Canada.
Richard attended school in Canada. He completed the eleventh grade but then had to go to work on the family farm. When Richard got older he started to drive truck and that was his occupation for most of his adult life. Richard married the love of his life Rosemary Ulrich in Forsyth, MT on March 27, 1987. Richard and Rosemary spent most of their time living in Montana, but every chance they got they would travel to see all the wondrous places in the United States and Canada.
Richard is survived by his wife Rosemary, son Ralph (Jackie) Allen, daughters Ruth Ramierz, Paula (Doug) Lepie, three step children Lacy Allen (Bobbie) Ulrich, Cindy (Emanuel) Rijfkogel, and Lancy Ulrich, one sister, Mary McCracken, several nieces and many grandchildren and great-grandchildren.
Richard is preceded in death by his parents, twin brother Tom and brother Ralph.
Memorial Services will be held in the Rosebud Church on May 9, 2014 at 11:00 AM with burial to follow in the Rosebud Cemetery. There will be a luncheon following the Graveside Services in the Rosebud Hall. Everyone is welcome to come and share stories of Richard and his family. Stevenson and Sons Funeral Home of Forsyth is assisting the family with these arrangements and condolences may be sent by visiting www.stevensonandsons.com
J Johnson says
My sincere condolences to the family of Richard Allen – It was not the Creator’s purpose for mankind to suffer (Romans 5:12). May God give you peace through his promise to comfort us (2 Corinthians 1:3, 4). I hope that you are consoled by Bible promises of a hopeful future (John 17:3).
Joan Leinwand says
Sending my condolences to Rosemary and family.
Harley & Hazel Saddler says
Rosemary, You have our sympathy. Dick was a good friend for nearly 40 years . God be with you.
Jonnie K. Gilbert Taylor says
So sorry for your loss. My thought and prayers are with you all.
Thelma and Jim Beyl says
Rosemary, thinking of you at this trying time.
Kay Davis Berdahl says
Rosemary, thoughts and prayers to you and your family.