Elizabeth M. Allen née Shaw, 93, of Virginia Beach, fell asleep in death on Tuesday evening, August 18, 2020 in her home, surrounded by family. She was deeply loved by many.

Elizabeth M. Allen is survived by her nine children:
Kathy Miller (husband Darrell), Christine Soblotne (husband Richard), Robert Allen II (wife Sandee), David Allen, Keith Allen, Kevin Allen, Karen Johnson, Valerie Shope, Thomas Allen; as well as thirteen grandchildren, nineteen great grandchildren, and five great great grandchildren.

Elizabeth M. Allen was born to Clarence Lee and Elizabeth MR Shaw of Halifax County, NC, on August 8th, 1927.  She would find joy in personally caring for her aging parents as they reached the twilight of their own lives. Yet as her own children tended to her, Elizabeth was still their source of comfort and was encouraged by her strong faith.

Mrs. E.M. Allen was married in 1947, to Mr. Robert Allen Sr. of Princess Anne County.

On July 9th, 1982, Elizabeth was baptized as one of Jehovah's Witnesses and went on to touch the hearts of many people, sharing the faith that gave her strength to face her final moments. We are confident that her memory will live on with her children and with God who offers the hope of the resurrection and at Rev. 21:4 which states: And he will wipe out every tear from their eyes, and death will be no more, neither will mourning nor outcry nor pain be anymore. The former things have passed away.

The Allen Family would like to express their sincere appreciation for the love, support and kindness everyone has shown; including the Kempsville Congregation, PG Thomasson Funeral Home, and the hospice nurses/aid Cheri, Denise, Nicole and Regina.