Patricia Gail Allen

Patricia G. Allen, age 85, a longtime resident of Northville, passed away August 11, 2023. She was born on December 25, 1937 in Banner, Arkansas; daughter of David and Iris (Chandler) White. Patricia was united in marriage to her high school sweetheart James M. Allen on February 2, 1957; they spent 64 years dedicated to one another until his death on November 3, 2021.

When Patrica was 5 years old, she moved from Arkansas to Novi, Michigan where she lived until marrying Jim; making Northville her home for 66 years. Patricia graduated from Northville High School, class of 1956. Following graduation, Pat worked as a bank teller at Depositors State Bank until she began her family. Her most rewarding career was being a mom. After her children were grown, Pat went to work at the family business, Allen Monuments in Northville and Milford. She was an integral part of the business, using her strengths to manage the office.

Pat had many musical talents. She sang at church and played the piano with grace. While living at Cambrian Senior Living, Pat often played the piano for other residents, which was a blessing for everyone. She was an avid reader who enjoyed reading gothic and romance novels. Pat loved to go antique shopping and would travel to Cape May, New Jersey with her daughter just for the shops. She was captivated with the east coast history and Victorian homes she often toured while on vacation. Pat enjoyed afternoon tea at various Victorian tea rooms with family and friends. She taught her grandchildren how to make drinking chocolate in antique chocolate pots and to appreciate history.

Pat was an incredible host during the holidays, more importantly she was a wonderful cook. Some of the fond memories with her family include playing putt-putt and laughing so hard they couldn’t stop or going to the Chandler family reunion in Arkansas. She adored the many pets she owned over the years. Her Cavalier King Charles Spaniel, Pippa Rose, continued to show Pat unconditional love and loyalty with her weekly visits to Cambrian Senior Living. Pat, a devoted wife, mother, and grandmother with a contagious laugh, will be missed by all who knew her.

Patricia is survived by her children, Scott (Dana) Allen and Shari Allen; her grandchildren, Heather Allen, Nicole Allen, and Justin Allen; her sister Sharon (Peter) Ekert; and her brother Charles “Rick” (Beverly) White. She was preceded in death by her husband, her parents, and her brothers, Ronald White and William White.

Visitation will be held Friday, August 18, 2023 from 5pm until 8pm. A funeral service will be held Saturday, August 19, 2023 at 11am with visitation beginning at 10am at Casterline Funeral Home, 122 West Dunlap, Northville. She will be laid to rest next to her husband at Rural Hill Cemetery in Northville.

Memorial contributions are suggested to Barbara Ann Karmanos Cancer Institute , Contributions – VE01FS, 4100 John R, Detroit, Michigan 48201.