Edward Allen Obituary

Edward J. Allen, Jr., age 92, of Pawleys Island, SC passed away suddenly on Tuesday, September 9, 2025 at his home. Born May 31st, 1933, Edward Jr. was the sole caregiver to the late Marie Elizabeth Allen, his mother and to Edward J. Allen, Sr., his father. He was a doting brother to his three late younger siblings: Evelyn, Brian and Kevin. Ed adored and had an immense love for animals. Ed was a beacon of lioght, dedicated to patriotism, serving community and faith driven charity. He was enlisted in the United States Air Force and served in the Korean Conflict. After his tour of duty, he continued a career as a New York prosecutor investigator. For many years, Edward Jr. was the president of the Irish-American Society of Nassau Suffolk and Queens County, New York. After he retired, Ed moved to Pawleys Island, SC and was a long standing member of The Knights of Columbus fraternal organization in Georgetown, South Carolina. Mass of the Christian Burial will be held at 10:00 AM, Tuesday, September 16, 2025, at Precious Blood Catholic Church. Inurnment will follow in the church columbarium. Please sign the family's guestbook at: www.goldfinchfuneralhome.com Goldfinch Funeral Home, Beach Chapel is in charge of the arrangements.