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Richard ‘Rich’ Charles Allen, 69

Richard “Rich” Charles Allen, 69, of Post Falls, Idaho, passed away Aug. 24, 2017, at his home. Rich was born Oct. 2, 1947, in Las Vegas, Nev., to Howard and Grace Allen.

As a child, Rich moved with his family to California where he spent most of his childhood. After he graduated high school, he joined the United States Coast Guard. After his honorable discharge, he lived in Iowa and California, and eventually moved to North Idaho. Here he owned and operated his own embroidering business TPI Embroidering, he just recently sold.

Rich loved fishing, and was a member of the Walleye Club. He also enjoyed golfing and hunting. He recently got a moose.

He is survived by one son, Justin Allen of Iowa; one brother, Terry Allen of California; two grandchildren and his dear friend, Rory (Kathy) Blea of Post Falls. He was preceded in death by his parents; and two brothers, Mike and Dave Allen.

A memorial service will be held at 10:30 a.m. Friday, Sept. 8, 2017, at the Washington State Veterans Cemetery, 21702 E. Espanola Road, Medical Lake, Wash. Following his service, a reception will be held in Rich’s honor at 3 p.m. at Prairie Falls Golf Course, 3200 N. Spokane St., Post Falls.

Bell Tower Funeral Home and Crematory are entrusted with arrangements. You may view his online memorial at www.belltowerfuneralhome.com.