Ollie Allen, 91, of New Haven, departed this life August 29, 2012.
She was the widow of Klaip Allen.
Born in Birmingham, AL, December 29, 1920, she was the daughter of the late Clarence and Agnes Jones.
Prior to retiring, she was employed for over 50 years at Montgomery Ward as a Packer.
Mrs. Allen is survived by a son, Johnnie Presswood (Estella); grandchildren, Johnnie Presswood, Jr., Shannon Presswood, Lindell Wiggins and Daniel Wiggins; several great grandchildren; a niece, Jimmie Anne Jones; adopted children, Charles Conners and Annette Gaymon; and other relatives and friends.
She was predeceased by a daughter, Jeraldine Bryant and a brother, Jimmie Jones.
A graveside service will be held Thursday, September 6, 2012, at 11:00 A.M. at Hamden Plains Cemetery. Professional services entrusted to Curvin K. Council Funeral Home, 128 Dwight St., New Haven. Online guestbook available at www.curvinkcouncil.com