Carole Lee Allen

Carole Lee Allen, 85, passed away peacefully surrounded by family. She was born on September 2, 1939, in Cincinnati, Ohio, to Byron and Martha Lemen. Carole grew up in North Vernon, Indiana, and graduated from North Vernon High School in 1957. She went on to attend Indiana University, where she earned a Bachelor’s degree in Education. On September 4, 1959, Carole married her devoted and loving husband, Raymond L. Allen, who preceded her in death. After college, Carole worked as an administrative assistant to Dean Bain and Dean Webb at the Indiana University School of Music. She later took time away from her career to raise her daughters, a role she cherished deeply. When she returned to the workforce, she served as the school secretary at Clear Creek Elementary School in the Monroe County Community School Corporation (MCCSC), where she was a beloved presence until her retirement in 1999. Carole was a devoted member of First Presbyterian Church, where her faith played a central role in her life. She lived with quiet grace, kindness, and a deep sense of purpose guided by her spiritual beliefs. In retirement, Carole found great joy in volunteering and spending time with her cherished grandchildren. Her warmth, intelligence, and gentle spirit left a lasting impact on all who knew her. She is survived by her daughters, Melinda Clay and her husband David of Seymour, Indiana, and Jennifer Allen of Cincinnati, Ohio; her grandchildren, Ross Allen Clay of Seymour, Ryan Lee Clay of Bloomington, and Rashelle Ann Clay of Weymouth, Massachusetts; her sister, Marianne Eversole of Greenwood, Indiana; and many loving nieces and nephews. Carole will be deeply missed by her family, her church community, and all who were fortunate to know her. Her daughters will always be grateful for the unconditional love, support, and wisdom she gave them throughout their lives. She was the heart of their family—a constant source of strength, comfort, and encouragement. They feel so blessed to have had such a remarkable mother and will carry her love with them. Memorials can be directed to the First Presbyterian Church of Bloomington. A Memorial Service to Celebrate Carole’s Life will be held at 2:00PM on Tuesday, April 8, 2025 at First Presbyterian Church 221 East 6th Street Bloomington, Indiana 47401. A reception will follow at the church. Allen Funeral Home an Crematory 4155 South Old State Road 37 has been entrusted with the arrangements and online condolences, phots and memories may be shared with family and friends at www.allencares.com

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Carole Lee Allen

September 2, 1939 - April 3, 2025