Russell L. Allen

Russell Lee Allen, 66, of Freeport, IL passed away Saturday, May 18th, 2024. He was born September 23rd, 1957 in Rochelle, IL to Donald & Mildred Allen.

Russ enjoyed hunting, fishing, NASCAR and football. He was a big 49er fan. He also loved working on his car, building things, doing yard work and had a passion for collecting both Bald Eagles and Coca Cola memorabilia.

Russ proudly served in the Army for 3 years; MOS 67x10 Heavy Lift Hel Rep, Aircraft Mechanic and RPMN 621, Rank Sp4. He received an honorable discharge. He later spent his career working at the Rockford, IL Post Office for 35 years where he retired.

Russ is survived by his mother Mildred Allen (Schabacker) of Ringle, WI, his kids, Nicole (Matt) Fransen of Freeport, IL, Terra (April) Allen of Freeport, IL, and Joshua (Tiffany) Allen of Freeport, IL. His grandkids Mickeal Allen, Miajah Allen, Mariah Allen, Miaunna Allen, Devyon Fransen and great grandchildren, Alexia Snyder, Pierre Wilson and Chanel Wilson. His sister Brenda Lewis (Allen) of Rockford, IL, and several nieces and nephews, including several great nieces and nephews.

Russ was predeceased in death by his father Donald K. Allen and his brother Wayne Allen. He is also survived by his close friends Rich Wallace and Wallace Family of Freeport, IL, and Johnny Johnson and the Johnson Family of Freeport, IL.

Funeral services will be 10:00 am Saturday May 25, 2024 at Burke Tubbs Funeral Home, Freeport. Chaplain Jeremy Heller will officiate. Visitation 5:00 pm – 7:00 pm Friday May 24, 2024 at Burke Tubbs Funeral Home. There will also be a visitation Saturday from 9:00 am till the time of service. Burial will be in Oakland Cemetery.

WELCOME HOME

When I am gone, let me go.

For I have so many things to see and do.

You must not tie yourself to me with tears. Be happy that we had so many happy years. I gave you my love, you can only guess, how much you gave me back in happiness. I thank you for the love you each have shown, but now it's time I travel on alone. So grieve awhile for me if you must. Then let your grief be comforted by trust. For its only for a while that we must be apart, so treasure the memories that lie within your heart. And if you need me, call and I will come. Though you can't see or touch me, I'll be near. And if you listen with your heart, you'll hear, all of my love around you soft and clear. And then when it is your turn to come this way alone, I'll greet you with a smile and say

"Welcome Home."