James Ezra Allen

James Ezra Allen, 81, of Vinton, went to be with the Lord, Friday, October 2, 2026. He was preceded in death by his parents, Ezra T. Allen and Kathleen B. Allen; nephew, Jonathan Allen; special friend, Margaret Crawley.

James was survived by his sons, Joe Crawley (Amber), Ben Crawley (Erin); siblings, Linda Hancock (Dexter), Ina K. Elkins, Patricia Graham (Allen), Betty Boothe (Eddie), Sandra Welsh (Jim), David Allen (Margie), Rita Chestnut (Richard), and Wayne Allen (Katie); grandchildren, Devon McDaniel, Deborah Crawley, Elijah Crawley, Lily Chocklett, Oren Crawley, Chandon Crawley, and Eden Crawley; as well as numerous nieces, nephews, family and friends.

Services are still pending, please check back for service details as they are finalized. Arrangements by Simpson Funeral Home Peters Creek Chapel. (540)366-0707.