Danny Ray Allen, of Newark, Arkansas, departed this life on Wednesday, November 5, 2025, at the age of 73. He was born on November 1, 1952, in Manila, the son of Willie Don and Beatrice (Melton) Allen.
Mr. Allen attended Bald Knob School District. After completing school, he worked in construction and roofing. Mr. Allen was a Christian believer.
Outside of work, Mr. Allen enjoyed collecting and making knives. He also loved to restore classic cars. His hard work and attention to detail showed in everything he did, whether on a roof, in his workshop, or under a car’s hood.
Mr. Allen is preceded in death by his daughter, Becky Morris; two brothers, Jimmy Allen and Phillip Allen; and his parents.
He is survived by his life partner of thirty-three years, Robin Renee Taylor; his son, Brandon Allen and wife, Amanda; two brothers, Ricky Allen and Willie Don Allen; his sisters, Wilma Allen and Debbie Allen; four grandchildren, Conan (Skooter) Morris, Dylan Allen, Alexis Allen, and Gavin Allen; a host of nieces and nephews; and a lifetime of friends.
There are no services planned at this time.
Arrangements by Jackson’s Newark Funeral Home.
