Sophie A. Allen, 85, a longtime resident of Blairstown, a well-loved and respected member of the community, passed away on June 11, 2024 at her home with her husband by her side.
She was born on February 9, 1939 to the late Michael and Caroline (Rzosa) Czerniecki. She was a loving homemaker, wife, grandmother and great grandmother and good friend. Her volunteerism speaks for itself, including president of Hope Ladies Auxiliary of Hope Fire Department, president of Buzzie Reutimann (race car driver) Fan Club, secretary of United Methodist Church of Hope and secretary of 55 Plus Club of Hope. Her particular passions included going to NASCAR races and collecting Longaberger baskets.
She is survived by her loving husband of 63 years, Richard; two sons, Michael (Donna Whiteman); John (fiancé Cynthia Berry); grandchildren, Danielle Beck and family; Dalton (fiancé Stella Howie); great-grandchildren, Benjamin, Lylian, Renly. She was predeceased by her sister, Veronica Billows, and brothers, Joseph and Eugene.
In lieu of flowers, it is Sophie’s wish to have donations to St. John’s UMC in Hope.