Carl W. Allen, 79, of Macomb, formerly of Blandinsville, passed away at 2 p.m. on Friday, October 23, 2026 at home surrounded by his family.
He was born on May 26, 1947 in Macomb, Illinois the youngest son of Lawrence and Iona Bixler Allen. He married Susan Lynn Lundgren in Blandinsville, Illinois. She survives.
Also surviving are his 2 children, Tina (Justin) Shafer of Phoenix, Arizona and Mitchell (Stacey) Allen of Bushnell, Illinois; four grandchildren, Grant Allen, Sydney (Andrew) Barwick, Pierce Shafer and Charlie Shafer, and four great-grandchildren, Ray and Althea Allen and Cooper and Noa Barwick.
He was preceded in death by his parents and his seven siblings, Evely Hainline, Arlene Simpson, Murry Allen, Lawrence (Buck) Allen, Jack Allen, Jeri Allen and Macks Allen.
Carl was a1965 graduate of Northwestern High School in Sciota, Illinois. He served in the Army from 1966 to 1968 stationed in Germany with a rank of SP4. He worked at King-Seeley Thermos, Macomb, Illinois, Columbian Hog &Cattle Company, and as a District Sales Manager for several seed companies before retiring.
He was a volunteer fireman in Blandinsville for many years and was a 58 year member of the American Legion.
Carl was always there for his kids, grandkids, nieces and nephews. He made sure most of them had a nickname.
He made every track meet, softball, volleyball, football and basketball game cheering from the sidelines and he Never missed a parent/teacher conference. Cremation rites have been accorded. Private burial of ashes will be held at Glade City Cemetery at a later date. A Celebration of Life will be held from 1 to 4 p.m. on December 13, 2026 at the American Legion in Macomb, Illinois.
Memorials may be made to MDH Hospice or a charity of the donor’s choice.
Clugston-Tibbitts Funeral Home in Macomb is in charge of arrangements. You may leave condolences and sign the guest book online at clugston-tibbitts.com.
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