Vernon Wayne Allen

Vernon Wayne Allen, 65, of Mount Ida, AR passed October 21, 2025, at home in Mount Ida, AR with family by his side. Wayne was born March 28, 1960, in Hot Springs, AR, to Donald Allen and Edna (Carter) Norman. He is preceded in death by his mother Edna Norman, sister Cheryl Renee Parker.

Wayne is survived by his wife of 40 years Barbara Allen, daughter Tiffany Allen (Tyler Wright), son Shaun Smith and wife Brittany, grandchildren Brody Smith, Braxton Smith, Bryce Briar, Oliva Briar, and Asher Smith, brothers Donnie Allen and Randy Allen, nieces, nephews and a host of other family and friends.

There will be a Celebration of Life Friday November 7,2025 at 11:00am at Community Outreach Ministries 203 Ballpark Rd Mount Ida AR 71957. Bro Josh Harper and Bro. George Wright will be officiating. Arrangements under the direction of Thornton Funeral Home in Mount Ida, AR. Guest register at www.thorntonfh.com.