Age 43, lifelong resident of Livonia, passed away unexpectedly April 26, 2013. Beloved wife of Brian F. Allen. Cherished daughter of Micheline J. Carlson and the late Gerald N. Carlson; and daughter-in-law of Polly Allen and the late Don Allen. Loving sister of Brian (Cathy) Carlson, Erika Carlson, Dave Carlson, and Don Carlson; sister-in-law of Leslie (Matt) Handyside. Dear niece of Kathy (David Nordquist) Smith. Adored aunt of Gus, Max, Huck, Callen, and Oscar. A Time of Gathering will be held Monday, April 29, 2013 from 10 a.m. until Noon with a Memorial Service at Noon at First United Methodist Church, 777 W. Eight Mile, Northville. In lieu of flowers the family would appreciate memorial contributions to Michigan Humane Society, 30300 Telegraph Road, Suite 220, Bingham Farms, MI 48025.