Shirley Ann Allen

Shirley Ann Allen, age 76 of Lancaster, OH, passed away on January 17, 2026. She was born on June 28, 1949 to the late Ralph and Gloria (Brown) Bailey in Columbus, OH. Along with her parents, she is preceded in death by brother Ernest Bailey, daughter Kristina Silverman and grandson Ryan Allen. Shirley is survived by her son James (Kelly) Allen, sister Nancy Cydrus, grandchildren Hollie (Noel) Vargas, Courtney (Larry) Maynard, Katelynn (Gabriel) Allen, C.J. (Lauren) Copeland, Zona (Mitchell) Mullins, James Allen Jr, Skyler Silverman, and Kacey Allen, numerous great grandchildren.

Shirley retired from the State Highway Patrol, more than 20 years of service.

James and Kelly would like to send a special thank you to Courtney Maynard for the love and care she gave to Shirley.

Friends may call at Newcomer Funeral Home, SW Chapel, 3393 Broadway, Grove City, OH on Thursday, January 22, 2026 from 12:00pm until time of service at 2:00pm.