Ronald Gregory Allen of the Grove Ridge Community, passed away on August 22 ^nd , 2019 after reaching the age of 66 years. After battling cancer for 6 months and 3 weeks, he died peacefully at home surrounded by family.

Ronald was born on March 10 ^th , 1953 in Campbellsville, KY to Thad and Lorene Wood Allen who survive. He was beloved husband of Jacqueline Watts Allen whom he married on December 29 ^th , 1979. A precious son, Andrew David Allen who preceded him in death on November 15 ^th , 2018. Andrew  was the center of Ronald's life.

Ronald was a proud grandfather of three, he spent many days caring for them. Myles Carter Allen, Cooper Brooks Allen and Myla Kate Allen and their mother, Laura Wilson.

He is survived by sister Charlene West and brother Neal Allen, mother in law Helen Jean Watts. He was also preceded in death by his beloved father in law Billie Watts.

He was the dear brother in law of Terri (David) Wright, Randy (Aleisha) Watts and Ricky (Beverly) Watts and fondly remembered by many nieces, nephews, cousins, friends and church family.

Ronald was a proud member of the U.S. Army and retired from the Army Reserves as a Staff Sergeant. He was employed in the Physical Plant at Centre College for 15 years, after working as a self employed carpenter for many years.

Ronald was a member of Grove Ridge Baptist Church and served as Song Leader. He loved children, and loved to tease and keep them laughing. Ronald had a good heart and will be missed by many.

Visitation will be held 5:00 P.M. till 8:00 P.M. Saturday August 24th, 2019 and after 9:00 A.M. on Sunday August 25 ^th , 2019 at Bartle Funeral Home Chapel. Funeral Services will be held 2:00 P.M. Sunday August 25th, 2019 at Bartle Funeral Home Chapel. Bro. Kevin Pittman, Bro. Joe Hixson and Bro. Ed Bray officiating.  Burial will be in the Grove Ridge Cemetery with Military Rites performed by the Casey County Honor Guard.

In Lieu of flowers memorials may be made to "Ronald Allen Memorial Educational Account" at Farmer's Deposit Bank for his grandchildren, Myles, Cooper and Myla Kate.