Submitted by: John C. Monk

 

Allen R. Buford  

 Jan. 2, 1959 - Aug. 22, 2010
MISHAWAKA - Allen R. Buford, 51, of Mishawaka, passed away in his home on August 22nd, 2010. Allen was born on January 2, 1959, in South Bend, to J.W. and Virgie Buford, who both preceded him in death along with his brother, Jimmy D. Buford. Allen is survived by his wife, Debra (Rigdon) Buford of 25 years. Also surviving are his daughters, Chantelle (Derrick) Baker, Lisa Buford and Nicole Buford; his sons, Joshua Buford, Daniel (Amber) Milcherska, and a stepson, David Rigdon. Also surviving are seven grandchildren and his sisters, Carol (Larry) Sanders and Rose (Mike) Horvath; a brother, John (Diane) Buford. Sister-in-law, Deborah K. Buford, survives with several nieces and nephews. Allen was employed by Abtrex Industries for many years. Funeral services for Allen will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Friday in the Bubb Funeral Chapel, 3910 North Main Street, Mishawaka, where friends will be received for two hours prior to the services at 2:00 p.m.

Published in South Bend Tribune on August 25, 2010