Jackie Lewis Allen

Funeral services for Jackie Lewis Allen, of Boswell, Okla., will be held at 2 p.m. July 2, 2026 at Miller & Miller Funeral Home.

Jackie Lewis Allen, 83, passed away surrounded by the love of his family on June 28, 2026. He was born on March 11, 1943 in Boswell, to the late John Lewis Allen and the late Norene (Sanders) Darling.

On Oct. 28, 1977, Jackie married the love of his life, Vicky (Stevens) Allen. Together they built a life rooted in love, hard work, and family, sharing nearly five decades of cherished memories. Jackie was the definition of a hardworking man. He dedicated more than 70 years of his life to the logging industry, earning the respect of everyone who knew him with his unmatched work ethic. Even well into his later years, he could work circles around people half his age. He later joined the Choctaw Nation and proudly retired from the Hugo Ranch. When he wasn’t working, Jackie found his greatest joy outdoors. Whether he was fishing at Hugo Dam or Muddy Boggy, sitting quietly in his deer stand, or tending to the beautiful gardens he grew each year, he found peace in God’s creation. He had a deep appreciation for the simple things in life and loved sharing them with those around him. Above all else, Jackie was devoted to his family. He was a proud husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather who treasured every moment spent with those he loved. His grandchildren were the light of his life, and nothing brought him more joy than spending time with them and watching his family grow through the generations. One of Jackie’s greatest traditions was the annual Boswell Homecoming. Every year, he looked forward to gathering family and friends for his famous fish fry and family reunion. He spent the entire year catching fish to ensure there would be enough for everyone, because to Jackie, feeding people was another way of showing his love. Those gatherings became treasured memories that his family will carry with them forever. Jackie is survived by his loving wife of 48 years, Vicky Allen; his daughters: Tanya Impson and husband, and Jonie Brown and husband; his brother, George Allen and wife; his eight grandchildren; eight great-grandchildren; along with numerous nieces, nephews, extended family members, and dear friends. He was preceded in death by his son, Jackie Lewis Allen, Jr.; his parents, John Lewis Allen and Norene (Sanders) Darling; his brothers: Johnny Allen, Jerry Allen, and Terry Allen; and his sisters: Sue Lindamood and Hazel Larkins.

The family will receive friends from 5 to 6 p.m. Wednesday, July 1, 2026 at Miller & Miller Funeral Home in Hugo.

Interment will follow the service at Restland Cemetery with Bro. Jan Lee officiating, under the direction of Miller & Miller Funeral Home.

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