Obituary of Bryan Allen

Bryan Keith Allen was born in Monroe, Michigan on June 6, 1988. He was the son of Richard Allen and Clara (Epps) Allen. Bryan attended Monroe High School. He was the caretaker and peacemaker, and was very generous with all that he had. Bryan had a great smile and could always brighten the day of those around him. He was a wonderful son, father, brother, friend, cousin and uncle, and he had the uncanny ability to keep his family together Even though Bryan was the "boss", he was still momma's baby. As a young boy, he learned the value of a dollar. Bryan knew about hard work and he used wisdom beyond his years to earn money. He loved music with Michael Jackson being his favorite artist. Bryan aspired to be a rapper himself, and had been bestowed with the nicknames of "Beestoney" and "Stoney Montana" from the Godfather. Bryan had a love for all sports, and an appetite for fine cars and food. Bryan Keith Allen, age 26, of Monroe passed away suddenly on Thursday, October 2, 2014 at Mercy Memorial Hospital. In addition to his grandparents: Elizabeth Epps and James Robinson, his passing was preceded by a sister: Andrea Epps. To cherish his memory, he leaves his parents: Richard Allen and Clara Allen; a son: Aizeah James Allen; a grandmother: Mary Anderson; one brother: Erick Allen of Adrian; two sisters: Jaime Allen of Monroe and Mari-Lyn Allen of Toledo; several nieces and nephews who were very dear to Bryan; and a host of friends. Bryan will lie in state from 10:00am until a Homegoing Service at 12:00pm on Friday, October 10, 2014 at Oaks of Righteousness Christian Church, 1018 East Second Street in Monroe, Michigan. A Family Hour will be held from 11:00am until the time of the service. Private burial will take place at Roselawn Memorial Park in LaSalle at a later date. Merkle Funeral Service, 2442 North Monroe Street (734) 384-5185 has been entrusted with his arrangements. In lieu of flowers memorial donations are suggested to the family. Online guests may leave words of inspiration and comfort, share a photo, or send a floral arrangement by visiting www.merklefs.com and then selecting the Online Tributes page.