Allen Ray Statler Sr.

Allen Ray Statler Sr. , 81, passed away peacefully on Tuesday February 18, 2025 at his home. He was born in Monongalia County, West Virginia on August 29, 1943 the son of Pliney and Helen (Wade) Statler.

Allen retired in 1994 after working 28 years as a tow motor operator at General Motors Lordstown. He enjoyed the challenge of helping others with handyman projects. He loved to travel and go camping, but most of all, he cherished the time spent with his two granddaughters who he adored.

Allen is survived by a son, David (Delania) Statler of Lordstown; two granddaughters, Daci (Adam) Lannutti of Ashland, Deena Statler of Niles; two honorary grandchildren, John and David McMahon; two brothers, Arnold (Deb) Statler of Morgantown, West Virginia, Eudale (Gladys) Wade of Blacksville, West Virginia and many nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his wife Dorothy I. (Tennant) Statler whom he married on December 23, 1966 and who passed away on October 28, 2021; son, Allen Ray Statler Jr. who died on March 27, 1987 and a sister, Carole (Denny Sr.) Mack.

The funeral will be at 1:00 p.m. on Saturday February 22, 2025 at the Holeton-Yuhasz Funeral Home where family and friends may call one hour prior to the service. Pastor Jim Weber will officiate. Burial will be in Lordstown Cemetery.