Eugene H. Allen

Eugene Howard Allen (Gene), age 55, passed away Thursday, August 10, 2023, at his home in Des Moines.

Gene was born October 30, 1967, in Des Moines, Iowa to Jack Lee Allen, Sr. and Sharon Kay (Hughes) Allen. He graduated from Lincoln High School in 1986.

He enjoyed working in the hospitality industry, especially at Fort Riley, KS. He also enjoyed his time working for the railroad in Wyoming. Gene enjoyed movie nights with family and friends, playing card games, and crocheting. He was a member of the LBGQ+ organization and loved to spread awareness.

Gene is survived by his father, Jack Allen, Sr.; brothers, Delbert (Kim) Allen and Kevin (Avonna) Allen of Des Moines, Iowa, his brother Daniel Spakosky of Tennessee, his sisters, Jolene (Eligah) Dukes, Nicole Coons and Amy Coons all of Junction City, Kansas; his daughter Amber Beckett of Madrid, Iowa; and grandchildren, Ambrasha and Ayanni.

He was preceded in death by his mother Sharon Allen, his brother Jack Allen Jr., and his grandparents.

Cremation has occurred and there will be a celebration of life on Saturday, August 19, 2023, at 1:00 PM, at IOOF Lodge, 2340 East 9th Street in Des. Moines, Iowa.

Honorary pallbearers: Scott Allen, Eligah Dukes, Brandon Raitt, Jeff Sigler, Todd Allen, Johnny Duncun, Aaron Geigle, and David Lashley.

In lieu of flowers, contributions may be directed to the family.

Condolences may be expressed at www.HamiltonsFuneralHome.com.

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