Michael D. Allen , 57, of Center, passed away Tuesday, May 22, 2018, in Carthage.

Visitation will be held from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., Wednesday, May 23, 2018, at Watson & Sons Funeral Home in Center. Funeral service will be held at 1:00 p.m., Thursday, May 24, 2018, at Watson & Sons Chapel. Interment will follow at Shelbyville Cemetery.

Mr. Allen was born August 3, 1960, in Center, to Jesse Truman Allen Jr. "Bubba" and Iris Marie McLean Allen. He loved reading his Bible, motorcycles, and spending time with his grandchildren and other family members. Mr. Allen was a member of First Baptist Church in Center.

He is survived by
Daughters:
Alyse Tibbs and husband, Michael, of Carthage
Christina Wills and husband, Ricky Joe, of Carthage

Grandchildren:
Landon LaGrone
Kali Fulsom
Riley Wills
Ryder Wills
Avery Prudhomme

Brother: Terry Allen and wife, Jan, of Joaquin

Aunts:
Shirley Carter of Shelbyville
Marilyn Allen of Natalia

Nephew: J. B. Raymond and wife, Jennifer, of Center

Great Niece: McKynzie Bush

Great Nephews:
Justin Raymond
Jaxon Raymond

Numerous cousins and other relatives

Preceded in death by
Parents: Jesse Truman Allen Jr. "Bubba" and Iris Marie McLean Allen
Grandparents: Roy McLean, Rachel McLean, Jesse Truman Allen Sr., Evelyn O'Neill
Uncles: Alton McLean, Donald McLean

A special thanks to his personal caregivers, Faye Bridge and Diane Briggs. Also, thanks to Carthage Healthcare and HeartsWay Hospice for their compassionate care.