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Rachel Lavena AllenPassing: September 23, 2024

Service:

Chastain Funeral Home

Funeral Service

Thursday, September 26th @ 1:00pm

Visitation:

Chastain Funeral Home

Thursday, September 26th @ 11:00am-1:00pm

Cemetery:

Mitchell Cemetery

Thursday, September 26th

ORLEANS– Rachel Lavena Allen, 81, passed away peacefully Monday, September 23, 2024, at her home.

Born October 1, 1942, in Willow Valley of Martin County, she was the second oldest child of John Paul and Edith (Patton) Jones. Rachel married Kenneth Lee Allen on January 28, 2017 and he survives.

Rachel lived a life of a country girl but her personal flare and sophistication were far from simple.  She was a classy lady with style, sophistication, and a genuine sweetness that won over many a formal and informal setting.

She attended Mitchell Community Schools and later graduated from Indiana Business College.  She was a loving mother, wife, and caregiver.  Her accomplishments included interior design for numerous homes in the Lawrence County and Orange County areas and many years as an Activities Director at Mitchell Manor Nursing Home in Mitchell, Indiana.

She was a faithful servant of God and a member of Grace Tabernacle Church in Orleans, Indiana.

Survivors include her husband, Kenneth Allen of Orleans; children, Lynnette Fleetwood of Mitchell, Jimmy Dean (Diane) Fleetwood of French Lick, Warren (Alana)  Fleetwood of  Fort Branch, David (Amy) Fleetwood of Hardinsburg, Ryan (Holly) Fleetwood of Mitchell, and Susan (Mike) Backherms of Mitchell; 17 grandchildren; 22 great-grandchildren; 4 great-great-grandchildren; siblings,  Brenda “Joyce” Heath of Sacramento, California, Ronald Jones of Hemet, California, Randel Jones of Mitchell, Connie Coulter of Mitchell, Judy Birch of Orleans, Daniel Jones of Bloomington, Penny Hardin of Paoli; several nieces and nephews; and sister-in-law, Shirley Jones of Mitchell.

Her parents; brothers, Mike Jones and James Jones; and in-laws, Frank Heath, Kay Jones, Judy Jones, Don Birch, Dixie Jones, and Jessie Hardin preceded her in death

Funeral service will be at 1:00 p.m. Thursday, September 26, in the Memorial Chapel of Chastain Funeral Home & Cremation Center with Pastor Daniel Jones officiating.  Burial will be in Mitchell Cemetery.

The family will receive friends from 11:00 a.m. until the time of service on Thursday at the funeral home.

The family would like to express special gratitude to Kenneth Allen, Stormi Coulter, Grace Tabernacle Church, and Chastain Funeral Home.

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11 Guest Comments

  1. Guest: Karen (Lewis) Wise | MItchell
    Date: September 30, 2024
    I am so sorry to hear of Rachel's passing. She was such a special lady. She always had a smile and cheerful attitude and I remember having lots of laughs with her while working at Mitchell Manor. All caregivers should have a heart like Rachel's. Prayers and thoughts to all the family, I know she will be greatly missed.
  2. Guest: Nobe&phyllis Mundy | Mitchell, In
    Date: September 27, 2024
    So sorry for your loss. Rachel was a sweet lady! Nobe & Phyllis
  3. Guest: Jeannine Stigall | Idyllwild
    Date: September 26, 2024
    Sending sympathy and prayers from the family of General Stigall in Hemet, Ca. Rachel's brother, Ronnie, was married to General's sister, Kay until her passing in 2018. Ronnie regrets that his health prevents him from being at Rachel's services today. Please know that we are with you in spirit and share your loss. Ronnie Jones, General Stigall and family Hemet and Idyllwild, CA
  4. Guest: Ronnie Jones, General Stigall and family | Hemet and Idyllwild, Ca
    Date: September 26, 2024
    Sending sympathy and prayers from the family of General Stigall in Hemet, Ca. Rachel's brother, Ronnie, was married to General's sister, Kay until her passing in 2018. Ronnie regrets that his health prevents him from being at Rachel's services today. Please know that we are with you in spirit and share your loss.
  5. Guest: Cindy Farmer | Orleans IN
    Date: September 26, 2024
    So sorry for your loss. Thoughts and prayers for the family at this time.
  6. Guest: Angie Mercer | Indianapolis, Indiana
    Date: September 25, 2024
    Rachel was a lovely person. I graduated from high school with her sister, Judy. I got to know Rachel when my mother was staying at Mitchell Manor. Rachel was always smiling. She will be missed.
  7. Guest: Brenda Dunbar | Mitchell, IN
    Date: September 25, 2024
    To Kenny and all the family...I met Rachel when my mother was a resident of Mitchell Manor and when Warren played football with my son, Derek. She was a lovely lady with a lovely smile...I know she will be greatly missed..my sympathy to the entire family...Brenda Dunbar
  8. Guest: Julie Naugle | Mitchell Indiana
    Date: September 24, 2024
    Many happy memories from our time at Williams Wing . Rest in peace .
  9. Guest: Sheila Hendrix | FRENCH LICK
    Date: September 24, 2024
    Jim and Diane, so very sorry for your loss. I pray that you have many fond memories.
  10. Guest: Roxanna Chastain | Mitchell indiana
    Date: September 24, 2024
    Sorry for the lose of your loved one. Prayers for the family
  11. Guest: Brenda Mckain | Brownstown, In
    Date: September 24, 2024
    Susan, all family and friends: All volunteers of Lawrence County Cancer Patient Services are so sorry for your loss.

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