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Jessie Allen

September 15, 1947 — December 30, 2024

We celebrate the life of Jessie Mae Allen, age 77. Sunrise: September 15, 1947 in Cordell, GA Sunset: December 30, 2024 in Grand Rapids, MI Born to parents Albert and Gussie Smothers, Jessie was a woman who knew the power of faith and lived each day as a witness of the Lord’s love. Jessie’s strong, unwavering belief in God inspired all who crossed her path, and she devoted her life to spreading His word and love. Whether through kind words, acts of service, or her genuine care for others, Jessie lived out her faith in a way that was both humble and powerful. Jessie was raised in Winter Haven, Florida, where many of her loved ones still reside. As a young girl, she shared many cherished moments with her siblings and carried those bonds with her throughout her life. She traveled to many states and later made her home in Grand Rapids, Michigan, where she raised her children with the same love and faith she had received. Jessie worked as a nurses aid for the elderly while in Florida and Michigan where she cared for others with the same compassion she showed her own family. Jessie loved spending time with her grandchildren, making them candied apples, and crocheting blankets and rugs with love. People who knew her knew she could whip up some biscuits and sweet potato pies, some of her most requested dishes by many. She found joy in singing gospel music and worshipping the Lord with her family. Her laughter, often heard during long phone calls with her sisters and family, was a reminder of her beautiful spirit. Jessie’s life was full of love, laughter, and light. Jessie is survived by: Her children: Anthony, LaTonya and Lakieti. Her Grandchildren: Jaren, Jericha, Briana, Braxton, Ariana, Jasmine, Davion, Kambriana, Tiana, Cinqua, Makayla, Aubri, Zayyir, Kha'mari, Tony Jr. Her Great Grandchildren: Cencere, Cartier, Jaiden, Caliahs, Azaria, Ava, Eternity, Autumn, Niko, Gionni, Kayden, Joshua, Jacob, Isabella, Jayanna, Jahsiah and Joy. Her siblings: Lucy, Lorene, Charlotte. There are many other friends and family that her legacy lives on with. She is preceded in death by her mother, Gussie; father, Albert; daughter, Bernice; siblings, Vernon, Lee, Lonnie, Terry, Bertha; and life long friend, Joe Polite. A Celebration of Life will be held from 1:00 pm until 2:00 pm on Friday, January 10, 2025, at Michigan Cremation & Funeral Care, 3627 Linden Avenue SE, Grand Rapids. Family hour is from 12:30 pm to 1:00 pm. To send a message of sympathy to the family, sign Jessie's online guest book, or to share a favorite memory, please visit: www.MichiganCremation.com Cremation arrangements are entrusted to Michigan Cremation & Funeral Care, Grand Rapids, 616-452-3006. To order memorial trees or send flowers to the family in memory of Jessie Allen, please visit our flower store.

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Michigan Cremation & Funeral Care

3627 Linden Ave SE
Grand Rapids, MI 49548

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Friday, January 10, 2025

6:00 - 7:00 pm

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Michigan Cremation & Funeral Care

3627 Linden Ave SE
Grand Rapids, MI 49548

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