Mary Ann Kress Allen

Mary Ann Kress Allen, age 93, of Nashville, AR, passed away on December 27, 2024 at her home. Mary was born November 3, 1931 in Loretto, TN, the daughter of Clemens "Clem" Kress and Sophiana "Sophia" Kress. 

An avid traveler and bowler, Mary enjoyed the many friends and acquaintances she made. Shortly after high school, Mary met Bennie Allen, of Center Point, AR. The two married and moved to Florida where she lived until 2019. Mary loved to travel with Bennie to meet with family. She enjoyed cruises, and camping in their RV at the beach. She was active in many bowling leagues throughout the years, and enjoyed playing cards with friends. Mary moved to Nashville, AR in 2019 after the passing of her husband, Bennie. She remained active, independent, and healthy, and celebrated her 93rd birthday at the Center Point Store with friends and family. 

She was of the Catholic Faith, and attended St. Andrew Catholic Church in Orlando, FL, and St. Martin Catholic Church in Nashville, AR. 

She is predeceased by her mother and father, brothers Bill, Charles, Joe, & Louis Kress, sister Estelle Henkle, and her husband Bennie Allen. Mary leaves to cherish her memory many nieces and nephews, cousins, and a host of friends. 

A memorial celebration dinner will be held Saturday, January 11th at 5:00PM at the Center Point Store in Center Point, AR. 

Cremation services are under the direction of Latimer Funeral Home in Nashville, AR. Interment will follow at a later date at the Winter Garden Cemetery in Orlando, FL. 

In-lieu of flowers, donations to a charity of your choosing are welcomed and appreciated.