Cardean (Granny) Allen, 77, formerly of Elkhart, passed away peacefully on Monday January 6, 2020 at her home in Woodburn, IN. Affectionately known as "Granny" to family & friends; she was born in Athens, AL on September 12, 1942 to (the late) Carl and Vichie Belle (Johnson) Clark.  Although she moved to Indiana at age 4, she retained her southern accent & hospitality throughout her entire life. On May 10, 1965, Cardean married Finley Ray Allen, who preceded her in death on October 21, 1991. Throughout her life, Granny always had a huge heart and love for all children. During the many years she provided childcare in her home, the children enjoyed her so much that they would often spend evenings and weekends with her as well. Granny loved her Bible & gospel music, playing cards, handheld poker games & Chicken Scratch, and reading & discussing events from the Hollywood tabloids. In addition to her husband, Cardean was also preceded by her son, Daniel Allen and her sisters, Lounette Back, Emmaline Wireman and Delia Thompson. She is survived by her daughter, Lisa (Lowell) Noneman of Woodburn; daughter-in-law, Heather Anderson of Elkhart; her grandchildren, Jennifer (Brian) Frank of Fort Wayne, Jessica (Jeremy) Wills of Woodburn and Camber Allen of Elkhart; great-grandchildren, Carsyn, Braylee and Trextyn Wills, Lydia, Lukas and Lawson Frank, Callie Sheldon and her brother, Dewey Clark of Maryland. Granny's family would like to extend their heartfelt thanks & sincere appreciation to the caregivers at Southern Care Hospice, for the care & kindness shown to Granny and her family. Funeral Services 2:00 Friday January 10, 2020 in Chapel Hill Funeral Home, 10776 McKinley Hwy. with calling one hour prior to services. Calling also on Thursday from 5-8pm in the funeral home. Entombment in Chapel Hill Memorial Gardens. The family's preferred memorial is Southern Care Hospice, 7557 W Jefferson Blvd, Fort Wayne IN 46804. To share a remembrance of Cardean or to offer condolences to her family, please visit www.chapelhillmemorial. com .