Maurice O’Neil Allen
elevated CeT6m October 7, 1933 – January 18, 2025
elevated CeT6m Funeral Mass
Monday, January 27, 2025 at 11:00 a.m.
St. John Chrysostom Catholic Church
432 Ontario Street in Newmarket
elevated CeT6m Obituary
It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Maurice O’Neil Allen, peacefully, in his 92nd year.
elevated CeT6m Neil will be greatly missed by all who knew him.
elevated CeT6m Survived by his devoted wife of 66 years, Beverly, his beloved children David, Susan, Gregory and Gordon, and his cherished grandchildren Lindsay, Kate, Erin, John, Caroline, Tai, and Priya. Predeceased by his treasured grandson Jamie. Survived by his dear sister Cynthia, numerous nieces and nephews, and several great-grandchildren.
elevated CeT6m Neil was born the 9th of 10 children to James and Isoline Allen of Christiana, Jamaica. As a teenager, he left home to work for The Bank of Nova Scotia, first in Black River, Jamaica, then in Kingston, where he met the love of his life, Bev, who was the sister of a coworker.
elevated CeT6m Neil immigrated to Canada in 1956. He was fond of saying that he followed Bev here. They married in 1958 and raised a beautiful family while rising through the management ranks at the CIBC.
elevated CeT6m In retirement, Neil and Bev spent all their days together, golfing up to five days a week, hosting family celebrations, and travelling the world. They were always at each other’s side — a model of true love and devotion.
elevated CeT6m Neil was loved by all who knew him. Always smiling and quick to laugh, his joyous presence could light up any room.
elevated CeT6m In lieu of flowers, our family would appreciate donations to Diabetes Canada or the Kidney Foundation of Canada.
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He is making yellow bird or rum punch with my dad. Domino’s.
Love him. Sending my love. Sorry for your loss.
So very sorry for your tremendous family loss
…sending love and hugs.
Jeff & Char
I am so sorry for your loss, everyone. Praying for you all.
A man of my own “HEART”. Always ready to Pour a refresher, one for the road. Love you brother(from a different mother). Rest in peace. Love and God’s Blessings. Larry and Rita.
I so sorry for your loss. May you find strength and support from your family and friends.
We’re so deeply sorry for your loss. Our heart goes out to you during this incredibly difficult time. Please know that you are in our thoughts and prayers, and we are here for you always.
Remembering the great times Jane and I had together with Uncle Neil and Bev both in Canada and England!Love with great sadness to all the family x
Will miss you Uncle Neil but thanks for the great memories!
He and Jim will meet again, how wonderful. Eternal rest grant unto him Our Lord. May he Rest in eternal peace.
Neil was such a great guy always upbeat and always a pleasure to be around. So many great memories. I will certainly miss you. May your soul rest in peace.
Neil was such a great guy. Always upbeat never down. So many great memories. I will surely miss him. May his soul rest in peace.