Gene was a lifelong resid ent of this area who graduated from Wellsville High School in 1970. He proudl y served in the US Army from 1972 until 1979. He was employed as a truck driver for A.L. Blades in Hornell until his retirement. He was a member and past chief of the Alma Fire Department and was a lso a member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints. Gene was a loving husband who enjoyed his time in nature particu larly fishing and gardening. He treasured time spent with his beloved dogs Midnight and later Bella. He was very social and made everyone he met feel like the most important person he knew. Gene inspired his family to be the best version of themselves.
Gene is survived by his son Cory [M elissa] Allen of Victor as well as a large extended family in which he took great pride , n umerous grandchildren and great grandchildren, nieces and nephews who he loved dearly.
Gene was predeceased by his parents and a brother Edward Allen as well as a sister Audine “ Cookie” Allen.
A service with full military honors will he held on Saturday July 27, 2024 at 1 pm in the Allentown Volunteer Fire Hall on Church Street in Allentown followed by a c elebration of his life . Memorials in Gene’s name may be made to the Alma Volunteer Fire Department , 577 8 County Road 18, Alma , NY 14708. To leave online condolences please visit www.embserfuneralhome.com.