John “Allen” King
June 30, 1953 – June 13, 2021
John “Allen” King, 67, passed away June 13, 2021. He was born June 30, 1953, in Washington, DC to Percy Ellwood and Vivian Hazel King. Allen was raised in Hillcrest Heights and attended Potomac High School where he played football and wrestled. He retired in 2016 after 30-years of Federal Service with the Architect of the Capitol. Allen loved being on the water, boating and fishing and was an avid Washington Redskins and Nationals fan.
Allen, while small in stature was known for his giant heart. His good nature, sense of humor, and generosity were immeasurable. Whether it was laughing at a short-guy joke or answering to one of his many nicknames, he took life in stride. Allen was always up for a free drink but was also the first guy to buy a round for all his friends, which was many. Although Allen did not have children of his own, his love and pride for his nephews and nieces was unmistakable. And, if you ever needed anything done, just ask Allen because he always, “had a guy.”
Allen is survived by his nephews Tim Hagan and his wife Laurie of Lusby, David Hagan and his wife Christine of Wilmington, NC, and Jeff Hagan and his wife Michelle of Chesapeake Beach, stepbrother Dennis Zimmerman of Rose Haven, brother-in-law Richard Hagan of Lusby, and numerous nephews and nieces as well as his long-time girlfriend Melany Allen. He also leaves behind countless cousins and dear friends. He was preceded in death by his parents, stepfather Bill Zimmerman, his sister Joyce Ann Raffo, and brother Joseph King.
Visitation
Monday, June 28, 2021
10:00 AM – 11:00 AM
Services
- Funeral Service
Monday, June 28, 2021
11:00 AM
Contributions
Condolences
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15 Jun 2021
12:20pm
My Deepest Condolences to Allen’s Family and Friends! Rest Peacefully Allen! You will be missed Greatly! Blessed to have known you for so many years. 🙏🏻❤️
City
La Plata
State
MD
17 Jun 2021
9:10am
My Deepest Sympathy and Condolences extended to the family of Allen he was definitely one of the nicest person I’ve ever known we had a lot of laughs together may you rest in peace Allen God will always be with you
City
Chesapeake Beach
State
MD
15 Jun 2021
4:22pm
So sorry to hear of Allen’s passing.
He will be missed by so many people.
I was lucky and proud to call him my coworker, friend and buddy.
City
FRANKFORT
State
INDIANA
15 Jun 2021
5:39pm
I worked with Allen at “Architect of the Capitol”..and he was a friend of Angelo Gervasi where we spent many happy times enjoying his company…He had a great sense of humor and will be missed…
City
Nokesville
State
VA
15 Jun 2021
5:49pm
One hell of a Cousin You will be missed
RIP my friend
City
Bumpass
State
Va
15 Jun 2021
7:59pm
I want to extend my deepest heartfelt sympathy to the Family and Friends of Allen. It’s been an honor to have had your friendship all of these years! I will truly miss your phone calls on every holiday these past few years! How lucky we all have been to have someone so wonderful that it makes saying “goodbye” so hard. Allen, Peace be with you My Brother…
City
Huntingtown
State
MD
16 Jun 2021
1:52am
My heartfelt condolences to the family.
City
Suitland
State
Md
16 Jun 2021
10:24am
My heart goes out to Allen’s family and friends. My husband grew up with Allen, and had many happy memories. I know your with John now watching the redskins, fishing, and having a good time! RIP love you my brother
City
Cassatt
State
SC
16 Jun 2021
11:28am
My Deepest Condolences to Allen’s Family and Friends! A great guy & friend!
City
Cary
State
NC
21 Jun 2023
1:14pm
Allen I hope you remember me, u bought john doane and myself r first six pack of beer, that’s when the age in DC was 18 years of age, you flew up to New Hampshire with me so we could get my mom and we end up drinking and my mom had to page us to find out where we were in the airport, u and Richard your brother in law got me a job at modern movers out in Virginia, we would always get a sour pickle and a 6 six pack on the way home from work, allen I am so deeply sorry of your passing, u were the life of the party, I pray that your life in heaven is less troublesome and pray that u meet my little girl, please give her a kiss for me, your a true human being, God bless you
City
Westminster
State
Md
23 Jun 2021
2:10pm
Sorry to see such a great guy pass away. We had a lot of laughs together at work and up the Southeast Legion back in the day. Played football against each other and partied after games. You will be missed my brother. I know you will up there with plenty of friends who we lost too early. God bless you my man.
Dennis Cheseldine
City
Conway,
State
S.C.
27 Jun 2021
9:14pm
We were so sorry to hear of the sudden passing of Allen King, a beloved co-worker with the U.S. House of Representatives. I worked closely with Allen during his many years with the Office of the CAO, and knew him to be of high spirits and always in good humor. As many have said before – a man of short stature with a very big heart. He will be very missed and I send my condolences to his family, nieces and nephews and long-time girlfriend, Melany. Sincerely, Julia W. Gaines
City
Washington
State
District of Columbia
28 Jun 2021
11:45am
Oh Tim, I’m so very sorry for your loss. I’ve known Allen for over 50 years…great guy and always had fun!! I have so many great memories with him.
Prayers of comfort to you and your family
Much love,
Lisa and Mike Kriner
City
Dunkirk
State
MD
3 Sep 2022
4:18pm
RIP Allen, we had some great times, was a pleasure working with you, and enjoyed the times we hung out together, never will forget them, My Deepest Sympathy and Condolences extended to the family of Allen he was definitely one of the nicest persons I’ve known, may you rest in peace.
City
Riviera Beach
State
MD
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My Deepest Condolences to Allen’s Family and Friends! Rest Peacefully Allen! You will be missed Greatly! Blessed to have known you for so many years. 🙏🏻❤️
My Deepest Sympathy and Condolences extended to the family of Allen he was definitely one of the nicest person I’ve ever known we had a lot of laughs together may you rest in peace Allen God will always be with you
So sorry to hear of Allen’s passing.
He will be missed by so many people.
I was lucky and proud to call him my coworker, friend and buddy.
I worked with Allen at “Architect of the Capitol”..and he was a friend of Angelo Gervasi where we spent many happy times enjoying his company…He had a great sense of humor and will be missed…
One hell of a Cousin You will be missed
RIP my friend
I want to extend my deepest heartfelt sympathy to the Family and Friends of Allen. It’s been an honor to have had your friendship all of these years! I will truly miss your phone calls on every holiday these past few years! How lucky we all have been to have someone so wonderful that it makes saying “goodbye” so hard. Allen, Peace be with you My Brother…
My heartfelt condolences to the family.
My heart goes out to Allen’s family and friends. My husband grew up with Allen, and had many happy memories. I know your with John now watching the redskins, fishing, and having a good time! RIP love you my brother
My Deepest Condolences to Allen’s Family and Friends! A great guy & friend!
Allen I hope you remember me, u bought john doane and myself r first six pack of beer, that’s when the age in DC was 18 years of age, you flew up to New Hampshire with me so we could get my mom and we end up drinking and my mom had to page us to find out where we were in the airport, u and Richard your brother in law got me a job at modern movers out in Virginia, we would always get a sour pickle and a 6 six pack on the way home from work, allen I am so deeply sorry of your passing, u were the life of the party, I pray that your life in heaven is less troublesome and pray that u meet my little girl, please give her a kiss for me, your a true human being, God bless you
Sorry to see such a great guy pass away. We had a lot of laughs together at work and up the Southeast Legion back in the day. Played football against each other and partied after games. You will be missed my brother. I know you will up there with plenty of friends who we lost too early. God bless you my man.
Dennis Cheseldine
We were so sorry to hear of the sudden passing of Allen King, a beloved co-worker with the U.S. House of Representatives. I worked closely with Allen during his many years with the Office of the CAO, and knew him to be of high spirits and always in good humor. As many have said before – a man of short stature with a very big heart. He will be very missed and I send my condolences to his family, nieces and nephews and long-time girlfriend, Melany. Sincerely, Julia W. Gaines
Oh Tim, I’m so very sorry for your loss. I’ve known Allen for over 50 years…great guy and always had fun!! I have so many great memories with him.
Prayers of comfort to you and your family
Much love,
Lisa and Mike Kriner
RIP Allen, we had some great times, was a pleasure working with you, and enjoyed the times we hung out together, never will forget them, My Deepest Sympathy and Condolences extended to the family of Allen he was definitely one of the nicest persons I’ve known, may you rest in peace.