Merdella Allen, age 71, a resident of Miramar FL, passed away on Sunday, May 22, 2022. She was born November 25, 1950 in Devon District, St. Ann, Jamaica, to Uriel and Eunicy Walker the 7th of 10 children.
Merdella attended Lime Tree Garden primary and Browns Town Secondary Schools. She Moved to Ochi Rios Jamaica where she worked as a store manager, where she would eventually meet and marry Theodore Allen on January 29, 1983. Theodore and Merdella migrated to the United States in 1992 where Merdella grew a career in the health industry, not to mention 21 years working at Memorial Regional Hospital East. Merdella was an avid church member of Emanual Apostolic church of Miramar where she participated multiple ministries such as Choir and Missionary departments. She enjoyed enjoyed anything that resonated peace and tranquility. From catering to her garden and plants to singing old church songs with her favorite T.V. programs. Keeping a clean and healthy home is her pride and joy.
She is survived by her husband (Theodore Allen); Sons (Garfield, Dave, Daine), Stepdaughters (Michelle, Kim), Brothers, Sisters and Cousins, her many friends from Memorial Regional Hospital East and the congregants of Emanual Apostolic Church in Miramar.
Visitation to be held on Friday, June 10, 2022 from 7:00 PM until 9:00 PM with Tributes of a Lifetime at 8:00 PM at Boyd-Panciera Family Funeral Care, 1600 N. University Drive, Pembroke Pines, Florida 33024.
For those unable to attend, the family is offering LIVE streaming of the service on Friday, June 10th, beginning at 8:00 PM. The link to attend LIVE is on the Boyd-Panciera Family Funeral Care Facebook page at: Hover & Click to the Right of the Arrow —> BOYD-PANCIERA FAMILY FUNERAL CARE
A funeral service will be held at Emmanual Apostolic Church in Miramar, located at 6114 SW 36th Ct, Miramar FL, 33023 on Saturday, June 11, 2022 11:00am-1:00pm.
Graveside Service will follow at Hollywood Memorial Gardens 6301 Taft St, Hollywood FL, 33024 at 1:45pm.
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Emmanuel Apostolic Church
Hollywood Memorial Gardens
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Michelle Aarons
June 9, 2022, 12:12 pm
Sending condolences to the bereaved family from the Aarons family. Praying for your strength at this difficult time 🙏🏾
Audley shirley
June 10, 2022, 1:45 am
May the blessings be…..i am the son aunt Della never gave birth to…nonetheless she holds a place so dear to my heart that only God knows….i am trusting God to help me to understand and accept the reality
Glorine Moncrieffe
June 10, 2022, 2:05 am
We just would like to send our condolences. To the family, Uncle T and also her sons. We love you all, Authur and Glorine. From California.
Lisa Holmes Shirley
June 10, 2022, 3:01 am
Broken hearts ,shattered dreams mended by …Aunt Della
Determined and decisive she stood tall…..Aunt Della
Organic personality filled with laughter …..Aunt Della
A routine like no other ….everything organized…Aunt Della
Blush…on fleek, lipstick on fleek
Hair on fleek 😍…. Aunt Della
Stories for days , of back in the day, tales of Devon, stories about her trip to NY…. Aunt Della
Whether home or abroad, ackee is a must , followed by breadfruit, don’t forget the water crakers and tea 🍵… Aunt Della
Everybody’s favourite …Aunt Della
Missed by all…..Aunt Della
‘ Theodore, Theodore, tell dem don’t drink mi ginger ale enuh’ …..Aunt Della voice.
Thank you for everything ❤
Joan
June 10, 2022, 3:07 am
Mr. Theodore, Tony, Dave,Daine, Michelle,Kim on behalf my mom Ms. Jean , Mr. Moses and the rest of the family my condolences to you in this difficult time hard to deal with !SIP Ms Della you forever in our heart s
Paula Clarke
June 10, 2022, 1:47 pm
My dear Aunt Della I just keep reflecting on our last face-time conversation we had and the hope of coming to Florida to visit you, You were a special person who represented light and love it and it just resonates all through you. I’m so very sadden by your passing. I pray for the family, Uncle Thedore, Tony, Dave, and Dane, I pray God comforts you all during this time and that he in turn over time will give you the peace that passes all understanding. Forever in my thoughts and prayers, Paula.
Narene
June 10, 2022, 2:04 pm
My deepest condolences to the family the world has lost a gem! She was beautiful inside and out! I will never forget the times as a child when I went to visit her before she migrated, she treated me like a daughter she never had! When I saw her just a few months ago in New York she gave me the biggest hug! I asked her when is she coming to visit us in Canada? Of course she said Im coming soon dont worry! I will forever be grateful knowing you my sweet, kind and loving Aunt Della! SIP
Ronald Walker (Uncle Brooks)
June 10, 2022, 6:25 pm
Life is so precious to all. Death has a time to steel us away but remember God promises a resurrection. I only hope that I may see my dear sister again. Theodore, Tony, Dave and Dean take courage God will give you strength to endure. Ecclesiastes 9:5,6,10.
Carol Hendricks
June 10, 2022, 10:04 pm
My deepest condolences to the entire family Merdella will be surly miss by she was a dear friend and mentor to me
Madelin Walker
June 10, 2022, 10:04 pm
My dear cousin, my deepest condolences to you. From Madge and family. Sleep well my love 💓 and may your soul rest in paradise.
Andrea Murray
June 10, 2022, 10:12 pm
To Mr. Theodore Allen, Tony, Dave,Daine, Michelle, Kim the grandkids, family and friends. Please accept my heartfelt condolences during this difficult time 🙏 although we are all mourning we are not mourning as those without hope.
Be rest assured that she’s resting in the arms of Jesus.
Coming from Andrea Murray and her daughter Jenae.
Rest in Heavenly peace Della 🙏 😭😭😭😭
Carol Hendricks
June 10, 2022, 10:38 pm
My deepest condolences to the entire family Merdella was a dear friend and a mentor to me
Heritha Parkinson
June 10, 2022, 11:20 pm
Greetings,
Our sincere condolences to Bro. Theodore and family our deepest sympathy to you all.
Earth loss is Heavens gain, she is resting in the Arms of Jesus.
We are keeping the family I our prayers
With Love Sister Heritha Parkinson and family of Bethel Tabernacle Ocho Rios Jamaica
Ann-Marie Johnson
June 10, 2022, 11:50 pm
Uncle T, Tony, Dave, Dane and extended family our heartfelt condolences to you. We are so sorry of the passing of Miss Della.
We pray that you all will find comfort and inner peace at this time of sorrow
I hope you feel surrounded by much LOVE…
Ann-Marie & Keith – Jamaica
Lydia R Woodbury
June 11, 2022, 3:38 pm
Much LOVE and respect to you my family. I understand and feel your pain more than my words can say. I pray that your heart heals and your mental health is strong.
Much Love Lydia Woodbury
Marsha Vee
June 11, 2022, 5:41 pm
To our uncle and brother Theodore, our nephew, niece and cousins, We’re so sorry for your loss. May God provide you with peace during this time and may you find comfort in her memories.
With deepest sympathies,
Marsha, Polly and Betty
Arrielle Shirley
June 11, 2022, 9:49 pm
To my grandma. I couldn’t be more grateful to be graced by your loving spirit. You always made sure that I was okay as you always mentioned how much you loved my smile, and how I should always wear it. You always said I would be a supermodel. I will miss our late night conversations and you providing answers to my most ridiculous questions. I couldn’t be more blessed to be your granddaughter. To my beautiful Aunt Della, my grandmother, I love you. And we will meet again.