James C. “Bud” Allen, 82, passed away peacefully at home, on Saturday, October 17, 2026, with his loving family by his side.

Born August 27, 1944, in Horry County, South Carolina, he was the son of the late Vollie Hampton Allen and Ethel Todd Allen. In addition to his parents, he was also predeceased by his sisters, Ester Allen and Vonnie Mae Allen.

Bud was a loving and devoted husband, father, brother, grandfather and friend.

He enjoyed spending time with his family. He loved the outdoors, especially hunting and going to yard sales, never knowing what treasure he might find. He enjoyed wheeling and dealing in junk. Bud is survived by his wife of sixty years, Martha “Becky” Roberts Allen; his sons, Curtis Allen (Sharlene) and Keith Allen; daughter, Teresa Boatright (Al); brother, Vollie “VC’ Coleman Allen (Lois); sisters, Elizabeth Dew, Shirley Thompkins and Janice Montgomery (Jimmy); six grandchildren, Cherish Nicole Allen, Amanda Rodriquez, Chelsea Wilson, Kyle Cooper, J.C. Allen and Schylar Allen; fourteen great grandchildren.

Bud will be deeply missed by his family, friends, and all who had the privilege of knowing and loving him.

Funeral Services will be held at 3:00 pm Wednesday, October 21, 2026 at the Chapel of Watson Funeral Services with Rev. Matthew Tyler and Rev. Bill Whitlock officiating.

The family will receive friends one hour prior to the service at the funeral Home.

Burial will follow in the Graham Cemetery on Hampton Road.

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Watson Funeral Services and Crematory, 2300 Hwy 378, Conway, SC is honored to serve the Allen family.