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Russell “Cotton” D. Allman

October 4, 1942 - November 6, 2021

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Voss and Sons Funeral Service
316 North Chestnut Street
Seymour, IN 47274
Wednesday 11/10, 4:00 pm
Voss & Sons Funeral Service
316 North Chestnut Street
Seymour, IN 47274
Thursday 11/11, 9:00 am - 10:00 am

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Voss & Sons Funeral Service
316 North Chestnut Street
Seymour, IN 47274
Thursday 11/11, 10:00 am

Russell “Cotton” D. Allman 79, of Seymour passed away on Saturday November 6, 2021 at his home surrounded by his loving family. Cotton was born in 1942 to the late Roy and Frieda Wright Allman in Seymour.

Cotton married the love of his life Gloria Williams in 1962. Cotton was retired from the Seymour Fire Department as a firefighter after 24 years of service. He was also a skilled carpenter who worked for the carpenter’s union for several years.

Cotton enjoyed hunting, fishing, and playing chess. He also he enjoyed his weekly poker games with friends and family, but most of all he loved being with his family.

He is survived by his loving wife Gloria, son Jay (Mary) Allman, daughters; Beva (Chris) Miller, Cara “Missy” (Mike) Tindell, and Heather (John) Mangan, 9 grandchildren, 2 great grandchildren, a brother; Tom (Karen) Allman, and a sister, Judy Norris.

Cotton was preceded in death by his parents, a brother; Larry Allman, and a grandson; Jay Michael Allman Jr. “JJ”.

Visitation will be held on Wednesday November 10, 2021, at Voss and Sons Funeral Service from 4-8 pm and on Thursday November 11, 2021 from 9 am until the time of the service at 10 at Voss and Sons Funeral Service with pastor Ben Yee officiating. Burial will take place at Saint Paul’s Cemetery, Ogilville, Indiana. .

Family asks that memorial checks be written to Central Christian Church in care of Voss and Sons Funeral Service.

Please visit the funeral home website at www.vossfuneralservice.com to leave condolences to the family.

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Wednesday 11/10, 4:00 pm
Voss & Sons Funeral Service
316 North Chestnut Street
Seymour, IN 47274
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Thursday 11/11, 9:00 am - 10:00 am
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Voss & Sons Funeral Service
316 North Chestnut Street
Seymour, IN 47274
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Thursday 11/11, 10:00 am

Russell “Cotton” D. Allman 79, of Seymour passed away on Saturday November 6, 2021 at his home surrounded by his loving family. Cotton was born in 1942 to the late Roy and Frieda Wright Allman in Seymour. Cotton married the love of his life Gloria Williams in 1962. Cotton was retired from the Seymour FireContinue Reading

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Tereca Sitterding Schryer left a message on November 14, 2021:
My heart goes out to the Allman family. I remember Cotton and his old coonhound. He was always a gentle man. I have so many memories of him growing up on Ash Street. My he Rest In Peace.
Valerie Ackeret Brown left a message on November 14, 2021:
So very sorry to see this. My Love, Thoughts and Prayers are with You Bunny. And All The Family. Will never forget Cotton. So many wonderful memories.
Valerie Ackeret Brown left a message on November 14, 2021:
Lit a candle in memory of Cotton Allman
Beva Miller left a message on November 13, 2021:
Thank you Voss Funeral Services. I appreciate your compassionate care.
Beva Miller left a message on November 13, 2021:
Lit a candle in memory of Cotton Allman
Peace of mind is a call away. We’re here when you need us most.
left a message on November 9, 2021:
Garden Accent Stone - Our family chain... was purchased for the family of Cotton Allman.
Fred Lewis left a message on November 8, 2021:
Gloria , Dewey and family, sorry to hear of 'Cottons passing. Remember him as a fireman, he was a good honest soul always willng to help his fellow man. He will be missed by many. May he RIP
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