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ALLEN, Lee With regret, we inform you that CSCS Lee Lionel Allen, US Navy, of Summerville, SC, entered into eternal rest on Friday, December 1, 2006; the beloved husband of Mrs. Ondena D. Allen; beloved father of Mr. Xavier L. Allen, Miss Briteny V. Allen, and Miss Alexandria C. Allen all of Summerville, SC; beloved son of Mr. Clifford DeWitt of Bel Aire, MD and Mrs. Hattie M. Kidd of Augusta, GA; the beloved son-in-law of Mr. Joseph H. Jennings (Charlise); beloved grandson of Mrs. Fannie Mae Allen of Augusta, GA; and the beloved brother of the late Mr. Yves X. Allen. Family will receive friends at the late residence. Funeral notice will be announced later by AIKEN-CAPERS FUNERAL HOME, Phone 873-2310 or Toll Free 1-866-887-2282. Visit our guestbook at www.charleston.net/deaths.

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Published by Charleston Post & Courier from Dec. 5 to Dec. 6, 2006.

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Norman Appleton

January 1, 2007

May God watch over you my brother. You will be missed!! I worked with Lee for 2 years at the brig in Charleston S.C. and he was a great person and a greater friend. The Chiefs mess mourns his loss.

Robbie Bray

December 12, 2006

The Tri-County Blue Star Mother's Chapter of Charleston, SC wish to send our condolence to you and your family in the lost of CSCS Lee Lionel Allen, US Navy. We appreciate the great service he did for the United States so that we can be a free Nation, Under God with Liberty and Justice for All.

God Bless,
Robbie Bray, Chaplin

Tommy Beck

December 12, 2006

Our sympathy to goes out to you. You are in our thoughts and prayers. BIG Lee will be sorely missed both as a friend and leader.

SKCS(SW/AW)(Ret) Tommy Beck, Lisa, Brittney, and Ian

Kenya Watkins

December 12, 2006

Words cannot express the sadness in my heart. Since the day I checked onboard USS IWO JIMA, Lee has looked out for me. He was a mentor and my brother. Throughout my tour onboard the ship, I knew that I could always count on him for advice or a good laugh when I was feeling down. Even if I didn’t want to laugh, he would pick at me until I would! He will be greatly missed. May God continue to keep you, the Lee family, in his graces as I will keep you in my prayers.

ISC(SW/AW) Kenya Watkins
(Ke-Ke)

Winifred B. Motley

December 11, 2006

To the family of CSCS Allen, I send my deepest condolences to you all. Senior Allen was a joy to be around rather it was yelling his name out when he came through the messdecks or giving him high five in the passageway, he always had a smile on his face. I am going to miss him. May God Bless and keep you all (The Allen Family) in his care.

With deepest sympathies,

DC2(SW/AW)Winifred B. Motley

Jim Presley

December 11, 2006

My deepest sympathy goes out to the entire Allen family. He was a highly respected shipmate and friend. I bid him the traditional "Fair Winds and Following Seas", as he will be sorely missed.

COCO BOYD

December 11, 2006

MY thoughts and prayers are with you all.....

Coco Boyd

Sharon and Joe Brightwell

December 10, 2006

Our deepest sympathy to your family lost. He was a shipmate and a good friend.

CSC(SW/AW) Deven Conner, USN

December 10, 2006

My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

Peter Wells

December 9, 2006

Senior Allen was a wonderful man to work with on the ship and he will be remembered well as a good leader, good shipmate and good Chief.

HM2 Pete Wells

Jonathan & Debbie Lawrence, HM1 (Ret)

December 9, 2006

Sorry for your lost. I was stationed with Lee at the Bring in Charleston. If I can do anything to assist you, all you have to do is ask.

LaVerne Cook

December 9, 2006

Dena& Kids, As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life’s routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.

HM3 (SW) Tanya Doss

December 9, 2006

To the Allen Family'
I send my deepest sympathy to you. CSCS Allen was like a father to me he helped me though some tough times on the IWO JIMA and is deeply missed by all. My prayers go out to you and he will always be in my heart and you will always be in my prayer.

Dan Farmer

December 8, 2006

Dear Allen Family,
I am deeply saddened by your loss. God said, " he will keep you in perfect peace if you keep your mind on Him." Only He can give you that perfect peace and comfort. The class and I have you in our thoughts and prayers.

YNC(SW/AW) Alberto Lugo

December 8, 2006

To the Allen Family;

It is with my deepest sympathy that I share with you the loss of our freind. Senior Chief Allen was a man that I looked up to and admired during our trying times onboard IWO JIMA. You will be missed big brother "Allen" May God bless you and your family during these hard and challenging times...

CS1(AW) Willie Tippens

December 8, 2006

To The family: You have my deepest condolences on your great loss. I had the pleasure of meeting CSCS(Big Red)while at Charleston,SC Naval Hospital. He was a great mentor and friend to all of us. He will be greatly missed!!!

Christine Bannister

December 8, 2006

I am sorry to hear of your loss. You are in my thoughts and prayers. Senior was a very nice person and will be missed by all who knew him.

Cassandra Robes

December 7, 2006

Alex, Dena, Britney, and Xavier: My thoughts are with you at this time. I know how hard it is. Let me know if you need anything. Love, Cassandra

Jeannette Pierce

December 7, 2006

May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well-lived.

Thomas Hansberry

December 7, 2006

To the Allen Family, you have my deepest regrets in your loss of my friend BIG AL, I have known him since 1992 and consider him to be my friend. I am deeply sadden at this event, I have spent the past few days of remmbering him with me and Mike Holmes and all of the good times together that we shared as friends and family. Take Care Dena.
Thomas D. A. Hansberry FCCS/USN/RETIRED

CSC(SW/AW) Muhammad Cole

December 7, 2006

I was so sorry to hear of your loss. Big “RED” for a great mentor to me. Senior Chief was a true leader of leaders. He will be truly missed in the “Culinary Specialist” community. May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Barry and Melanie Mitchell

December 6, 2006

To The Allen family...Our deepest sympathy and condolences to all of you...may the Lord comfort you during this difficult time. Our family is praying for you and your family...God Bless, Barry, Melanie, Moriah and Savannah Mitchell

Dave Dorminy, SMSgt (Ret) USAF

December 6, 2006

My sincere prayers are with your family. I was fortunate to know Lee for a short time while at the Brig. During that time, he left an impression with me and others that will never be forgotten.

Kevin Pitre CSC(AW/SW)

December 6, 2006

Dear Allen Family,
My heart goes out to the Allen family in your time of sorrow, I met Brother Allen back in Charleston SC when he first arrive at the Naval Hospital. Shortly afterwards he was transferred to the Brig. He was a mentor to me and I will truly miss him. This is one brother that once you had him for a friend he would always be there for you. God Bless the family that he leaves behind.

Charles Bradley

December 6, 2006

Dear Allen Family,
My heart goes out to you in your time of sorrow, I meet Lee at the brig, he was truly a great person. I will miss his big smile and wonderful laugh, God Bless and remember love is never lost when you keep faith in your heart..
Storekeeper first class

Karen Baines

December 6, 2006

To the Allen Family,
I am so sorry for your loss. I worked with Lee for 2 years, and he was a great asset and friend to me during my time at the Brig. May God comfort you during this time and always.
Storekeeper Chief (ret)

BRAD OLSEN SKCM(AW/SW

December 6, 2006

Dear Allen Family,

I send my deepest sympathy on the loss of Lee. He relieved me as the Department LCPO onboard IWO JIMA. A great loss to your family and the US Navy.

John Toomer

December 6, 2006

Dear Allen Family, I send my deepest sympathy during this time of loss. I knew Lee during your tour in Roosevelt Roads, PR.
May God keep and guide you through.

Information Technician Senior Chief (Retired), USN

COLLIN NOLE

December 6, 2006

Dena, you and Lee became special friends while we were in Puerto Rico.RRDS Pee Wee football would not have been the same without all your hard work. I have talked to all the coaches who worked with LEE and they all send their blessings. Sandy and I,will be there FRIDAY.

MAY GOD BLESS YOU IN THE TRYING TIMES.. COLLIN AND SANDY NOLE

Lee and Dominique Mitchum

December 6, 2006

Dear Allen Family, Our love and prayers go out to you in your time of need. We are so sorry for your loss. My God be with you.

Michelle Wilson

December 6, 2006

Dena, Charlise and family
My prayers are with you all. I am so sorry to hear about Al and send my condolences. I am so sorry that I can not be there during this difficult time. Please know that my heart and thoughts are there.
God Bless,Michelle White-Wilson Blue Springs, MO

Kevin Trillo

December 5, 2006

Please accept my deepest sympathies. I knew Lee a short time while at the Brig. He could always be counted on to do whatever it took to get results. He was a pleasure to see everyday at the Brig, that big smile was always there.
God Bless you,

Command Master Chief (ret.)

Jennifer, Teddy, Khadejah, & Jenaya

December 5, 2006

The loss of someone so close is difficult to bear. We share your grief. I am so sorry for your loss.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your children. Earth has no sorrow that heaven cannot heal.

God Bless you and your children.

Sharell Welch

December 5, 2006

Dena, the Bible tells us "to be absent from the body is to be present with the Lord." May you find comfort from the precious Holy
Spirit during your time of grief. The NAVCONBRIG family will keep you all in our hearts and prayers.

Legalman Chief (Retired), USN

Sharon Ilderton

December 5, 2006

To Dena and family....may you find comfort in the arms of our heavenly Father at this most difficult time. My thoughts and prayers are with you.....

PSALM 91

McClain and Cochran Family

December 5, 2006

Xavier and family: Steve, TC and I are so sorry to hear about your father. There is no doubt in our minds that your dad is resting in peace. You shouldn't question why, but know that he has gone home and that you and your family will be with him again someday. If you or any of your family may need anything, please contact us or the Summerville Fire - Rescue. With Deepest Sympathy--Steve Cochran, T.C. McClain and Mrs. Lee

Summerville Fire - Rescue

December 5, 2006

We were so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow.

George Ploth, Captain

December 5, 2006

My family and I are very sorry for your loss. Your in our thoughts and prayers. If my family can help you in any way, please call!

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