July 14, 1933 ~ March 28, 2026 (age 92)
Donald Redden “Don” Allen, a devoted family man, proud veteran, and lifelong Auburn Tiger, passed away on March 28, 2026, in Auburn, Alabama.
Born in Sulligent, Alabama, to Mary Christine Matthews and Charles Arthur Allen, Don was also the stepson of Leighton A. Beers. He graduated from Auburn University in 1956, where his vibrant spirit was on full display as an Auburn cheerleader (1955 and 1956) and a member of the Alpha Tau Omega (ATO) fraternity. Following graduation, Don honorably served in the United States Army from 1957 to 1959.
Don’s professional career spanned 32 years with C.T. Corporation Systems. In 1993, he and his beloved wife, Ginny, retired to Auburn, the town he loved so dearly. Don’s greatest passions were his family, Auburn sports, and the game of golf. His dedication to his alma mater was further evidenced by his ten years of service as a member of the Auburn Directors Club.
He is survived by his wife, Virginia “Ginny” Wilcox Allen; his children and their families: Leighton Scott Allen (Barbie) and their children Lauren (Anthony) and children Anthony, Anne Madeline, and Luke; Bailey (Justin) and children Blakely and Houston; and Leighton (Kelsey) and child Olivia. Amy Lynne Brinkerhoff (John) and their children Jessica (Matt) and child Kai; and Sarah. David Matthews Allen (Sarah) and their children Jackson, Peyton, and Rebecca.
Visitation with close family and friends will begin at 2:00 PM, followed by the service at 3:00 PM on Wednesday, April 8, 2026, at Holy Trinity Episcopal Church in Auburn, Alabama. The interment of ashes in the Holy Trinity Memorial Garden will follow the service.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests that contributions be made to the charity of your choice in Don’s name.
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