Elizabeth A. “Betty” Allen, 72, of Londonderry, NH, passed away Saturday October 10, 2020, at her home surrounded by her loving family. She was born in Albuquerque, NM on August 13, 1948, a daughter of the late Walter and Margaret (O'Malley) Logan. She had been a resident of Londonderry for the past 47 years. Betty worked as an office manager for Child and Family Services in Manchester for a remarkable 39 years prior to her retirement in 2014.
Outside of work, Betty loved nothing more than to spend time with her family and friends near the ocean. She was a longtime summer resident of Beach Acres campground in Wells Beach, ME. Betty also loved to tend to her flower gardens, play bingo, and host the most memorable and fun Christmas Eve parties.
She is survived by her son, Christopher Allen of Londonderry, her daughter, Kimberly Spottiswood of Methuen, MA, two grandchildren, Melanie Allen and Mitchel Spottiswood, both of Arlington, VA; a sister, Jeannette Stevenson of Sacramento, CA; as well as many nieces, nephews, and friends. She was predeceased by her beloved husband of 40 years Gerald “Jerry’ Allen in 2009 and her brother James Logan.
Following cremation, memorial calling hours were held on Wednesday October 14, 2020 from 4 – 7pm in the Peabody Funeral Homes and Crematorium, 290 Mammoth Road, Londonderry. Due to State of NH guidelines, all guests are required to wear masks, minimize contact and maintain social distancing.
Memorial contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society, 2 Commerce Dr., Suite 210, Bedford, NH 03110.