Travis Allen was born in Dermott, Arkansas on September 22, 1962 to Fredrick Allen and Wilma Jean Charleston. His father preceded him in death. Travis confessed a hope in Christ at an early age and was baptized in Arkansas City, Arkansas. Travis attended Arkansas City's Elementary and High School where he was an honor student. Travis was a very talented young man. He utilized all of his God given gifts in the arts of drawing, designing, carpentry, culinary, and automobile detailing. He also had a green thumb with various types of plants. He was so gifted with his hands that he was commissioned by his high school to design the school's mascot. This was a first for Travis which gave him much pride. After graduating high school in 1981 Travis served his Country in the United States Army. Travis was honorably discharged in 1983 ranking a Specialist 4. Upon being discharged he relocated to Springfield, Missouri. After relocating to Springfield, Missouri Travis met and married Tracy Vann. Together they were the proud parents of sons Trey Eugene, Quinton and Byron. He was a dedicated father who will be dearly missed. Travis was a loving son, family-man, brother and friend. He put great effort in all that he did, especially cleaning, designing and arranging in his home and for others. Oh, and let us not forget his flair for elegant attire. Travis was always well dressed from head to tow. Yes, and he did turn heads with his style. Travis departed this life for his eternal home with his Heavenly Father on Sunday, April 19, 2015. He leaves to cherish fond memories: his sons, Trey Eugene Charleston Allen, Quinton Vann, Byron Brandson: his mother Wilma Jean Charleston of Springfield, MO: Grandmother Catherine Charleston of Arkansas City, AR: brother Carnell Allen of Humboldt, TN, former wife and friend Tracy Vann-Allen: sisters Delois Ewards (Ernest) and Myrtise McGhee (Ray) both of Chicago, IL and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, aunts, uncles, and friends. Funeral services will be held on Friday, May 1 at 1:30 pm in Gorman-Scharpf University Chapel. A visitation will be held from 12 pm until the time of service. Burial will follow at the Missouri Veterans Cemetery.