With heavy hearts, we announce the death of Karen Anne Allen of Beltsville, Maryland, who passed away on April 13, 2024 at the age of 78. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Karen Anne Allen to pay them a last tribute.

Though Karen has departed this earthly realm, her legacy endures — a legacy of love that will continue to illuminate our lives in the darkest of hours. May her spirit soar on wings of eternal peace, forever cherished in the tender embrace of memory.

She was loved and cherished by many people including : her parents, Joseph Schwarz and Anna Schwarz; and her husband Erwin Allen. She was also cherished by husband, a son, five siblings, many nieces and nephews as well as grand- nieces and nephews, and a host of friends.

Visitation was held on Tuesday, April 23rd 2024 from 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM at the St. Joseph Catholic Church (11007 Montgomery Rd, Beltsville, MD 20705). A funeral Mass was held on Tuesday, April 23rd 2024 at 11:00 AM at the same location.

Finally, we ask that any donations given be made to the Parkinson's Foundation.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Donald V. Borgwardt Funeral Home, P.A.