William Dale Allen

Share

Mr. William Dale Allen, 81, of Galesburg, Illinois, died at 9:24 a.m. on Saturday, June 7, 2025, at the Marigold Nursing and Rehabilitation Center in Galesburg.

He was born on February 2, 1944, in Galesburg, Illinois, son of Robert Dale and Martha M. (Heimer) Allen. He married Nellie Fay LeGate on October 9, 1970, in Abingdon, Illinois. She preceded him in death on February 21, 2013.

He is survived by his brother, Paul (and Deena) Allen of Henderson, Illinois, one brother-in-law, John LeGate of Canton, Illinois, and many nieces, nephews, and cousins. He is preceded in death by both parents and wife, Nellie.

Williams graduated from Galesburg High School in 1963, going on to work at Bob Lindsay’s Auto Center for over 20 years. William was a member of the Henderson United Methodist Church in Henderson.

The graveside service will be at 2:00 pm Friday, June 13, 2025, at Oak Lawn Memorial Gardens, Galesburg. Rev. Jeff Uddin will officiate. A Celebration of life visitation will be scheduled at a later date. Memorial contributions in William’s memory may be made to Henderson United Methodist Church. Hinchliff-Pearson-West Funeral Directors and Cremation Service Galesburg Chapel is honored to serve the family. Online condolences may be made at www.h-p-w.com.

Spread the word

Other Obituaries

Latest News Podcasts

Choose a Category

Continue Reading

Annita Kay (Solomon) Herron

Annita Kay (Solomon) Herron, 85, of Roseville, Illinois, passed away at 8:55 p.m., Tuesday, July 29, 2025 at Courtyard Estates of Monmouth. She was born June 18, 1940 in Chillicothe,

Ruth Louise Pecsi

Mrs. Ruth Louise Pecsi, 95, passed away on Monday morning, July 28, 2025, at her home surrounded by her family. Ruth was born on May 5, 1930, in Galesburg, the

Kenneth B. Cooper

Kenneth B. Cooper, 50, of Abingdon, died at 4:34 a.m. Saturday, July 26, 2025, in OSF St. Francis Medical Center. He was born June 22, 1975, in Galesburg, the son

Lorri D. Price

Ms. Lorri D. Price, 66, of Galesburg, Illinois passed away at 7:50 p.m. Saturday, July 12, 2025, at the OSF Richard L. Owens Hospice Home, Peoria, Illinois.  She was born

Judy Elizabeth Mecum Buchanan

Judy Elizabeth Mecum Buchanan, nicknamed Tootsie by a lot of people mainly her dad, 78, of Biggsville, Illinois, died at 6:35 p.m. Saturday, July 26, 2025 at the Monmouth Nursing