Sian Barbara Allen Remembered for Her Love of Family, Poetry, and Comfort Food

The recent passing of Sian Barbara Allen, at the age of 78 after battling Alzheimer’s disease, has left a void in the hearts of those who knew and loved her. Her obituary highlighted some of her favorite things in the world, which included her family, mystery books, C-SPAN, poetry, all things Ireland, and music from artists like Bob Dylan and Paul Simon’s Graceland album.

Among her favorite comfort foods were mac and cheese, root beer floats, and bacon cheeseburgers (hold the lettuce and tomato). In a touching gesture, Allen’s loved ones requested that instead of flowers, donations be made in her honor to a local grassroots organization working to combat systems of oppression.

Additionally, donations were encouraged to be made to the AuthoraCare Collective Hospice of Burlington, where Sian spent her final months in peace and comfort. The request was for donations to support patients and families in need of financial assistance to care for their loved ones.

For those looking to pay tribute to Sian in their own way, the suggestions included reading a favorite book in bed, listening to the Graceland album or any of Bob Dylan’s music, indulging in mac and cheese, savoring a bacon cheeseburger, or enjoying a root beer float.

Sian Barbara Allen will be remembered not only for her love of family, literature, and music but also for her kindness and generosity towards others. She leaves behind a legacy of warmth and compassion that will be cherished by all who knew her.