JUANITA BLANCHE ALLEN

Juanita Blanche Allen died July 25, 2014, at the age of 100, at Marquette County Medical Care Facility, in Ishpeming, with her beloved daughter, Karen, at her side. Constantly tending to her needs was the amazing and extremely caring staff at the facility. Born June 28, 1914, in Springfield, IL, Juanita had a long and interesting life. She had a definite flair for cooking and presenting food. She catered in Detroit for Cregar's Pickwick House for twenty-seven years. Due to her expertise she was often requested by many clients, as they knew if Juanita was in charge, all would be well. One of her favorite jobs was frequently catering to the Detroit Red Wings Team. Her life, however, primarily revolved around her family. She adored her husband, children, and grandchildren. Juanita's loyalty to family and friends was fierce. She often heard how beautiful she was, but it was her inner beauty, strength of character, and compassion for which she will be remembered. One word often used to describe her was "sweet." Even though Juanita was quiet and a bit shy, people truly enjoyed being with her. She listened well, had tremendous common sense, and dispersed good advice if asked. She gr...[more]

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ly appreciated a good laugh and had a smile that could light up a room. In her wisdom she taught her daughters and grandchildren by example to be accepting of all, show compassion for those less fortunate, and not to be judgmental. Juanita was a good athlete, winning a decathlon medal in her teens, and at the age of 90 still loved bowling. She also was an avid sports fan and her teams, of course, were the Detroit Red Wings and the Tigers. Juanita was preceded in death by her husband, William; parents, Winnie Bell and Joseph Melton; brother, Glenn and a daughter, Judith Ann. She is survived by her daughter, Karen (Bradley N. Cory) Clay of Marquette; grandchildren, Rex Glasson of Sarasota, FL, and Jason (Andrea) Glasson of Cape Coral, FL; and great-grandson, Rex Glasson of Sarasota, FL. A memorial service and celebration of her life will be held in Detroit at a later date with inurnment to take place at Roseland Park Cemetery in Berkley. Donations may be made to the Marquette County Medical Care Facility Activities Fund or to UPAWS in Juanita's memory. The Canale-Tonella Funeral Home is assisting the family with arrangements. Memories may be shared at canalefuneral.com