"I know there are going to be days when I drive by the house and think about the things me and Bobby used to do, my partner gone, and he will truly be missed. There's nothing I wouldn't do to have him beating on pool table again."
In loving memory of
Bob "Bobby" Leo Allen
October 25, 1952 - August 27, 2022
Bob Leo Allen "Bobby" was born October 25th, 1952, in Omaha, Nebraska, to Mable (Allen) LeFlore. Along his mother's side, Bobby and his siblings were blessed with being raised by a truly wonderful stepfather, Kay Willard LeFlore. After a strenuous battle with lung cancer, Bobby passed peacefully, in his sleep, on Saturday, August, 27th, 2022.
Bobby graduated from North High School in 1970. He went on to attend Nettleton Business College for a short time. Then embarked on a long career as an Engineer with the US Army Corp of Engineers. Bobby was also very active and loved sports. So much so, that when he was not working, he spent time refereeing girls and boys in youth league activities in Omaha and surrounding areas.
Once retired from the US Army Corp of Engineers, Bobby began living a life of leisure; enjoying his favorite activities and hobbies. This included various board games, namely chess. And most certainly included his top favorite and first love, which was playing pool. This was so much his favorite activity, that he highly considered his pool table one of his most prized and treasured possessions. And this showed as hanging out in his rec room and playing pool was the number one activity when he would entertain. Which allowed him another thing he loved to do which was inviting friends over to hang out.
Bobby became a member of the Omaha Boys Club when it opened in 1963. He credited the Boys Club for helping him stay on the straight and narrow path. He would say, "The Boys Club saved me. It was a place to go and kept me off the streets." During his time at the Boys Club, he won numerous awards for various activities, including basketball, swimming, and (of course) pool. During his active years with the Boys Club, he created many life-long friendships that carried throughout his entire life. And, over the course of his life, Bobby continued to be actively involved as a current member of the Boys Club Alumni.
Bobby was predeceased by his parents Mable and Kay LeFlore, brother Tony L. Allen, and sister Sherri "Snazzy" Allen.
Bobby is survived by daughter, Tylonda L. Sanders, of Omaha, NE; sons, Anthony Allen Johnson, Jamar Allen Bass, both of Omaha, NE. Two granddaughters, of Omaha NE. Siblings: Terri L. Allen of Arlington, TX; Glenda K. Allen of Omaha, NE; Deloris McNair of Las Vegas, NV; Rodney E. Allen of Indianapolis, IN; Almetra R. Meadows of Mesquite, TX; Rosaline L. Clark of Omaha, NE; Brother-in-Law Michael Clark of Omaha, NE. Step-Siblings: Sandy Anderson (Odie), Kay LeFlore (Monica), Herschell LeFlore (Judy), Mark LeFlore (Floretta), Reggie LeFlore (Francis), Perschell Brown, Terry LeFlore, Serena LeFlore, Dereke LeFlore (Gloria). And a host of nieces, nephews, relatives, and friends.
Bobby was a head-strong spirit. In good (and not so good) times he will always be Remembered, Missed and Loved.
Tributes
"Rickey Gardner Jr, I looked up to Bobby as far back as I can remember, he was the big brother in my life. He was good at everything from basketball to chess, his skills on the pool table let me be clear I never won a game. I love the brother for always looking out for me and telling me what I needed to hear especially when I didn't want to hear it. My heart is broken but my spirit is at peace because the last thing I said to Bobby was I love you."
"Bobby was a great friend to me we grew up together playing basketball in his back yard, football in the street and at North High field, and pool. Seeing him in the hospital we talked about his sons and his pool table. Also smile as we talked about old times, he will be missed. "
"Sending condolences and blessings to Bob?s beloved family. Bob was my oldest and dearest friend and I will forever cherish the 44 years we shared as friends Our time working and playing sports together will never be forgotten?Rest In Peace in God?s Amazing Grace my friend?.James Williams "
"Bobby was and always will be missed by our family. He was such a sweet soul and a joy to be around. I'll miss our long talks and us being silly together. Rest in peace Bobby until we meet again. ?"
"My deepest condolences to the family Bobby was like a brother to me and I will surely miss him Don & Shirley Thompson "
"My condolence to the family. He will be missed. I will always remember the good times we shared together."
"Family of Bobby Allen, God be with you all."
"Uncle Bobby! You will be missed forever and always. The beautiful and memorable time you shared with us will always speak of the great person that you were. Rest in peace up in heaven! Love ya?Sydney "