Norval (Sonny) Edward Allen, 78, of Jackson, passed away on August 22, 2013. He was born January 25, 1935 to the late Oakley and Elizabeth Allen.
Sonny is survived by his loving wife of 12 years, Kathy Allen; his three sons: Larry and Amie (Townsend) Allen, Sonny Jr. and Gloria Allen all of Jackson, and Eddie Allen of Gallipolis; his four daughters: Barbara (Tim) Doles,Sherry (Pete) Corbin, all of Coalton, Shirley, of Jackson, and Elizabeth, of Jackson; one sister: Georgianna Burton of Jackson; and one brother: William (Bill)Allen of Jackson; 17 grandchildren, 12 great-grandchildren, and several nieces and nephews.
Sonny was preceded in death by parents, Oakley and Elizabeth Allen; two daughters: Diane Dailey and Jenny Jackson; five sisters: Alice Viars, Mary Mahan, Alma Gee, Christine Allen, Nellie Allen; four brothers:James Allen, Charles Allen, Harold Allen, and Larry Allen.
Arrangements are under the direction of Lewis-Gillum Funeral Home in Oak Hill. Friends and family may call on Saturday, August 24, 2013 from 4-8 p.m. Funeral services will be held on Sunday, August 25, 2013 at 1:00 pm with Pastor Burton Neace officiating. Burial will follow in Horeb Cemetary in Oak Hill, OH. Online Condolences may be sent to www.lewisgillumfuneralhomes.com.