Joan M. Allen
July 1, 1937 ~ March 19, 2025
Born in: Meadville, Pennsylvania
Resided in: Meadville, Pennsylvania
Joan M. Allen, 87, of Meadville, PA, passed away peacefully at her home on March 19, 2025, after a brief illness. Born on July 1, 1937, in Meadville, she was the beloved daughter of Victor Roha and Myrtle Roha.
Joan was a proud Randolph High School graduate and she shared her culinary skills as a cook at Meadville Area Senior High School. Following her time of employment at the school, she spent 30 years working as an inspector at Meadville Forge. Her faith played a vital role in her life as she was a devoted member of the Christian community.
Joan had a passion for cooking, planting, and gardening, and her home was always filled with the warmth of family gatherings. She was known to many as a second mother, offering love and support to those around her.
Joan leaves behind her long-time companion, Paul Tieche of Meadville, and her three sons: Paul Allen of Conneautville, Ronald Allen of Conneaut Lake, and Mark Allen and his wife Sheri of Wheeling, West Virginia. She cherished her numerous grandchildren and great-grandchildren, as well as her cousin Shelvey Johnson and her husband Bruce from Florida, and her close friends Mary Lee and Pete Weidner.
Joan was preceded in death by her beloved son Michael Allen, six sisters, and one brother.
Family and friends are invited to call on Monday, March 24th from 12:00pm to 1:00pm at Ryan M. Warren Funeral Home and Cremation Services, Inc., 544 Chestnut Street, Meadville. Services will follow at 1:30pm at Rose Lawn Memorial Gardens, 17045 Conneaut Lake Road, Meadville with Pastor Bruce Ladebu, officiating.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to(Children’s Rescue Initiative, 10670 PA-18, Conneaut Lake, Pennsylvania 16316.)
Please take a moment to share a memory or condolence with the family on Joan’s Book of Memories online at www.WarrenFH.com
Services
Visitation: Monday, March 24, 2025 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
Ryan M. Warren Funeral Home and Cremation Services, Inc. - Meadville
544 Chestnut Street
Meadville, PA 16335
Graveside Service: Monday, March 24, 2025 1:30 pm
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Sad to hear of Joan’s passing. I was a underclassman but I remember her well I always looked up to her and her friends. Such nice young ladies She always had a smile and such a pretty face You would have been proud of her way back when as you have been years as family. God bless all of you!! My sympathy!!
My heart goes out to Joan’s family and friends. She was a wonderful person, like a second Mom to me for 50+ years. She will be missed dearly. May God bless her family and friends and give them the strength and peace to endure this difficult time. Love you Joan!
Thank you for keeping her happy Paul T.!
So very sorry to hear about Joans Passing. She was a longtime close friend and a lot of good memories were made over many years. Sympathy and Prayers for the family.