Albert “Ray” Allen Jr., age 77, of Grand Rapids passed away on November 22, 2024. Ray was a life-long resident of Grand Rapids where he attended St. Stephen’s and East Grand Rapids Schools. He graduated from Kent Occupational High School in 1966. Ray went on to work for St. Mary’s hospital and retired after 23 years of service. He loved following hockey, football, and baseball, especially the Lions, Red Wings, and the Tigers. Ray loved music and had an extensive collection of classic rock on both CD and vinyl.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Albert and Irene Allen. Ray is survived by his sisters, Jane (Paul) Maczka, Mary (Robert) Banach; nephew, Rob (Kimberly) Banach; nieces, Sarah (Greg) Czyzyk, Amanda (John) Blair, Alison Maczka, and Mary Klaasen; great-nieces, Madison and Meadow Banach.
No formal services will be held. Memorial contributions in Ray’s honor can be made to Alzheimer’s Association or Focus on Ferals.