ALLEN, Robert Robert Grantham Allen passed away on the 23rd of January, 2019 in Atlanta, GA at the age of 89. Robert was born October 17, 1929 in Oklahoma City, OK. He lived in multiple cities growing up and graduated from Druid Hills High School in 1946, Emory University in 1951 majoring in Mathematics. He entered the Air Force and continued his education at Florida State University, becoming a Meteorologist. He served at Orly Air Force Base in Paris, France, rising to the rank of 1st Lieutenant. Upon his Honorable Discharge in 1956, he joined Lockheed Corporation as an engineer, specializing in Aeronautical and Atmospheric Engineering. He furthered his education at both Massachusetts Institute of Technology in 1959 & Rutgers University in 1960. He joined Dames & Moore in 1969, rising to Partner. He both authored and contributed to a multitude of technical publications. From the age of eight, Robert loved the sport of golf. He was a member of the Emory Golf team, won numerous tournaments in the amateur ranks, and it was rumored that he never missed a fairway. He was a member of Druid Hills Country Club, Castleview Country Club, and then Cherokee Town and Country Club. He was a proud member of Sigma Nu Fraternity at Emory University. Finally, he was the founder of the Allen Open golf tournament, played annually at New Smyrna Beach, FL. Robert is preceded in death by his parents, Clarence Wayne Allen & Lorena Grantham Allen, and his sister Margerite Allen Wall. He is survived by: Evelyn Davis Allen, his wife of 68 years; Shelley Reeves (Michael) & Sarah Eden (Gene), his daughters; Robert Grantham Allen, Jr. (Lori) & John Davis Allen Sr. (Tara), his sons; Charles Burks III (Erin), Carrie Allen, Elijah Maulding, Robert Grantham Allen III, Daniel Eden, John Allen Jr., Sage Allen, his grandchildren; and Baylor Burks & Collyn Burks, great-grandchildren. A Celebration of Life service will be held at Mt. Vernon Presbyterian Church at 471 Mount Vernon Hwy, Atlanta, GA 30328 at 2:00 PM on February 2nd , 2019, with a reception following. In lieu of flowers, contributions can be made to Mt. Vernon Presbyterian Church Foundation, mvpchurch.org.

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Published by Atlanta Journal-Constitution on Jan. 27, 2019.

Memories and Condolences
for Robert ALLEN

18 Entries

Eddie Dickey

February 9, 2019

Dear Sarah, Ebba and the whole Allen Family,

I'm saddened to hear of Daddy Bob's passing. What a wonderful man and kind spirit. I have fond memories of visiting the Allen home in Dunwoody during college days. Bob helped me to get my first job as a computer programmer. He was always positive and a joy to be around. I always smile when I think of Daddy Bob. May God keep you in this time of mourning and may you find comfort knowing that he touched so many people with his kindness.

February 3, 2019

Bob hired me at Dames & Moore also. With his permanent sunny attitude and a sense of humor that permeated his very being, it was really a pleasure to have known and worked with him. I am blessed for the opportunity to know him.

Kyle Turner

February 1, 2019

Dearest Allen Family,

Everyone who knew Daddy Bob was saddened to learn of your family's loss. He had such a kind and fun spirit and when he smiled, he made you feel like he was just so very glad to see you. Our family knows you all will find comfort in many, many happy and loving memories as you lean on each other in the days to come. I'll always smile when I think of Daddy Bob and know he is looking down on you all from paradise.

Praying for peaceful comfort for you all,
Danny, Jeanne, Kelsey, and Mary Grace Smith

January 31, 2019

I send my sincere condolences during this very difficult time. May you all find comfort from the encouraging words found at 1 Thessalonians 4:14.

January 30, 2019

I send my sincere condolences during this very difficult time. May you all find comfort from the encouraging words found at 1 Thessalonians 4:14.

Anne & Chip Stockton

January 29, 2019

...a fine gentleman and a smiling, friendly neighbor. I always enjoyed encountering Bob working in his yard as I walked my dogs to and fro on Sunnybrook. I am so very sorry to hear of his passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you, Evelyn, and all of the Allen family.

Debbie Schwall

January 28, 2019

Thinking of you at this time. I was blessed to work with Bob at D&M. Loved his sharp wit.

Will and Christabel Howell

January 28, 2019

Our deepest condolences to the Allen family. You are in our thoughts and prayers during this difficult time. Daddy Bob was such a wonderful family man that left behind a lot of great memories. He will be missed. I pray for peace that passes all understanding.

Rev 21:3&4 GJ

January 28, 2019

May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.

January 27, 2019

My sincere condolences to the family may the God who binds up the brokenhearted and comforts all who mourn sustain you now and in the days ahead Isaiah 61:1,2

Carla Lee

January 27, 2019

Dearest Ebba and the entire Allen Clan, I am keeping you all in my prayers during this sad and difficult time. I feel blessed to have known Daddy Bob. He was always so kind and pleasant to be around and he always had a way of making me laugh or smile. A true gentleman he was.

Linda Sparks

January 27, 2019

Our deepest sympathy to the Allen family at the loss of Mr. Bob. I know how much he is loved and how much you will miss him! You are loved and we pray for you daily. Love, John and Linda (Eden) Sparks

William Smith

January 27, 2019

A loss for all who knew him. Bob joined Dames & Moore Consulting Engineers shortly after I did (1968-1969), where we mutually enjoyed long careers. Always cheerful, he would brighten each morning that I saw him. An outstanding gentleman in all respects.

Mary Williams

January 27, 2019

My heart and prayers go out to Evie and the family in the loss of this wonderful man.

January 27, 2019

My condolences to the Allen family. May the peace of God and the love of friends comfort you in your time of sorrow. 2 Thess. 2:16,17

George Howroyd

January 27, 2019

I first had the good fortune to meet Bob in 1977 when he hired me to work for him as an engineer at Dames & Moore in Atlanta. Throughout the years he was a great mentor to me and his very positive and memorable influence on my life will always be cherished. I will always remember his laughter, his ever present wit and humor, and the insights and perspectives that he was able to give me in so many areas. It was indeed a privilege to have the opportunity to have him as a mentor, colleague, and above all a very good friend for over 40 years. He will be dearly missed, but I have the gift of my memories of him that will live on forever.

January 27, 2019

Evie,
Please find a bit of comfort in knowing that many are holding you close at this time. We love you and are thankful that we recently had a chance to be with the two of you.
Cathy and Ben Hellming

January 27, 2019

Sorry for your loss may there be comfort in knowing that god cares. 1 peter5 : 6&7

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