Elder James Burke Allen's Obituary
James B. Allen James B. Allen born April 4, 1948 in Galveston, TX passed away suddenly on August 30, 2008. James worked for the Washington State Department of Corrections for 20 years. He served in the U.S. Army for 22 years retiring as a First Sergeant (E8) with distinguish honors. James accepted his calling to preach the gospel of Jesus Christ. He was ordained a Minister in 2001 and ordained an Elder in 2003. James preached the word of God and blessed our hearts through his ministry of praise and worship. He is survived by his beloved wife of 14 years, Jeanette; 3 children Michael (Marcella); Michelle (Chris); and Amir. 3 grandchildren, Anayah, Malik, and Sienna, 5 brothers, and 2 sisters and a host of family and friends. Services will be held Monday, September 8, 2008; 10:00AM, at True Vine Community Church of God in Christ. 5715 N. 33rd St. Tacoma, WA. Arrangements by Mountain View Funeral Home. 253-584-0252.
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