Michael David Allen

Michael David Allen, 47, was born February 5, 1979, in Tahlequah, Oklahoma, to Michael Dewayne Allen & Denise Elaine Mathews. He was freed from his worldly burdens on April 11th, 2026, at 9:56 AM, peacefully, after fighting sickness for 27 years.

He leaves behind three sisters, Leslie (Benge) Evans and husband, William, Mika Allen, & LeeAnn Thibodeaux Mathews; three nieces, Alex, Alissa, & Paige; three nephews, Noah, Zane, & Arthur; one great nephew Aubrin; three great nieces, Ainsley, Ada, and Elva; dear friend, Ashley Sorrels, dear cousin, Jeff Neighbors; among many others. He also leaves behind his companion, helper, and protector, Cedric & his rowdy girls, Smokey & Patches.

He is preceded in death by his parents and one brother, Cameron Mathews.

His service will be held in the Sequoyah Memorial Chapel at Forever Memories Funeral Services in Sallisaw, Oklahoma, on Friday, April 17, 2026, at 12 pm. Michael will be laid to rest at Seabolt Cemetery in Muldrow, Oklahoma. Officiating will be Kevin Mathews, with Leslie (Benge) Evans speaking as well. Pallbearers are Noah Benge, Zane Mathews, Arthur Mathews, Jeff Neighbors, Keith Neighbors, Chad Allen, Keith Mathews and Dewayne Chase.  Honorary pallbearers are Daniel Thibodeaux, along with the Mathews and Allen cousins.

In place of flowers, the family is asking that treats be brought for Michael's beloved animals. Cedric (his dog) and his cats will greatly appreciate it, thank you.

Michael’s family has entrusted Forever Memories Funeral Services, 463505 Hwy 101, Sallisaw, Oklahoma, with all arrangements.