The Lord called Derrick Lamont Allen to his heavenly home on June 13, 2026. He was born on September 22, 1968, to the late Richard Allen and the late Mary Louise Allen.

Derrick attended Monroe High School, where he formed many lifelong friendships and proudly played football. Following high school, he built a career as a skilled brick mason, including running his own company, and later became a dedicated employee at Norfolk Southern, where he worked faithfully for more than 15 years.