Donald Leroy Allen

Donald L. Allen, age 50, of Toledo, formerly of Ottawa Lake, Michigan made his last haul Sunday, April 4th, 2010 at The Laurels of Toledo. He was born February 16th, 1960 in Toledo to Donald and Dorothy (Smith) Allen of Ottawa Lake, Michigan. Don was the owner and operator of the former DL Allen Trucking Inc. for many years. He was currently employed with Transportation Personnel Services, Inc. Being a truck driver, Don was a born mechanic and in his spare time he enjoyed working on cars and woodworking. He was also a devoted father and grandfather cherishing the time he was able to spend with his family, especially his grandchildren.

In addition to his parents, Don was preceded in death by his canine buddies, Red and Blue. He is survived by his son, Donald L. Allen, III and stepson, David Holtz; grandchildren, Trinity; Donovan; Jasmyne and Angel; sister, Donna (Gerald) Heidelberg and her children, Debra (Tim) Sieler and James (Becky) Heidelberg; "sisters" Paulette "Scoot" Rex and Karen (John) Szych surrogate Grand PaPa to Evan and Montana. Also surviving are Don's former spouse, Debbie Allen; aunts, uncles; great nieces, great nephews, many cousins and dear friends.

Family and friends are invited to gather Saturday at 11:00 a.m. at Toledo Memorial Park Cemetery, 6382 Monroe St. Sylvania, OH for a Graveside Ceremony.

Memorial Contributions may be made to the Family c/o Paulette Rex, 4150 W. Laskey Rd. Toledo, OH 43623 or to Odyssey Hospice.

The family would like to give a special thank you to the nurses at St. Vincent Mercy Medical Center, 3C, St. Charles Hospital, The Laurels of Toledo and Odyssey Hospice for the loving care and support they provided for Don.