of Searcy, AR
August 21, 1957 - June 27, 2017
Charles Allen Mooney, 59, of Searcy, Arkansas passed away Tuesday, June 27, 2017 at St. Vincent Infirmary in Little Rock, AR. He was born in Des Moines, Iowa in August 21, 1957.
Allen Mooney grew up in DeWitt,Arkansas. At age 13, he was involved in a motorcycle accident that left him paraplegic with a thoracic spine injury. Miraculously, a year later, he regained feeling and function and recovered his ability to walk. He then led a charmed teenage life.
Allen was popular and handsome. Girls were attracted to him and he was voted president of his senior class. He played drums and was lead singer in the Long Time Coming Band. He was awarded All-state first choir and All-state first band.
Allen attended college at Henderson University where he majored in music. He transferred to UCA for his pre pharmacy prerequisites. He served in the Pi Kappa Alpha fraternity where he continued his social success. He was a good student and graduated from the University of Oklahoma School of Pharmacy.
His father, Don Mooney, was a career church musician and virtuoso keyboardist. With Allen's distinctive tenor voice and musical talent, he incorporated Allen into almost daily musical ensembles. For many years Allen was a faithful member of Searcy First United Methodist Church choir, singing many solos along the way. He was a member of several gospel quartets, including Men of Song. He loved to play his trombone, piano and guitar. In spite of his affliction, Allen forged through the challenges of mental illness to sing and play the Lord's Praises in front of many, sometimes large audiences.
He had impeccable fashion sense. He loved his Schnauzers. He was a kind, gentle man who was connected and concerned with the wellbeing and successes of his nephews, nieces and their children.
It seemed the Lord chose a peculiar, more difficult path for his servant. With the unwavering support of his parents, Don and Colleen Mooney, Allen had a full life of accomplishment. He loved his Lord, worshipped him in spite of his difficulties, and was given an incredible gift of music to give his unforgettable testimony.
He was predeceased by father, Don Mooney and his grandparents Roy and Emma Mooney and Leon and Delores Rickard. He is survived by his mother Colleen Mooney and siblings Keith (Donna) Mooney and their children, Jordan and Madison Mooney, Kathryn (Roger) Counce, and their children, Christopher (Kortney) Counce and Andrew (Toni) Counce, and Daniel Mooney and his children, Virginia Grace, Jack and Nathaniel Mooney and three grand nephews and two grand nieces.
Family request donations to the Music Department First United Methodist Church
304 N Main St. Searcy, AR. 72143
Funeral Services will be Saturday, July 1, 2017 at the First United Methodist Church in Searcy at 10 AM. Interment will be at 2 PM at the Lone Pine Cemetery Clarksville, Arkansas.
Roller-Daniel Funeral Home in charge of the arrangements.
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16 Condolence(s)
Sally Jones Pea
Monday, February 18, 2019
I realize my message is very late but I just ran across this online and wanted to express my condolences. I’m so very sorry for loss of Allen. I’m also sorry to hear of Mr. Mooney’s passing.
I am originally from Searcy and grew up in Western Hills. I was also a member of FUMC. I’m one year younger than Danny and we were friends. I never really knew any of Danny’s older siblings but I knew Mr. Mooney through church. I can still hear him saying, “Sally, Deana”. He also played the piano at my wedding. He was a lovely man!
I lost touch with Danny after HS but I think of him often. Hope you all are doing well and again my deepest sympathy! Sally
Fonda
Friday, August 4, 2017
I too just saw this online. I got to know Allen through Pharmacy and Church. Charming and shy, I liked him very much. He was always polite and his love for his family and God were obvious.
My Prayers for comfort are with each of you.
Dan Fife
Sunday, July 30, 2017
Just saw this online. Thoughts & Prayers for the Mooney family. Growing up in Searcy only about 100 feet apart I've got so many great memories. Danny and I logged a few bike miles in the day. Allen kept Danny and I educated on the best music. I remember Allen singing Doobie Brothers records note for note around the house. Love you all. Miss you. God has this.
Bob Choate
Saturday, July 1, 2017
So sorry for your loss. You are in my prayers.
Cheryl Clement Neelon
Saturday, July 1, 2017
I am so sorry for your loss. I have so many great memories with Allen. He always had a smile on his face and such a kind hearted person. He was so talented. The Mooney family will be in my thoughts and prayers during this difficult time. Heaven gained another angel!
Frankie Burris
Friday, June 30, 2017
So sorry for your loss, Prayers for your Family!
Mickey Traylor Eastham
Friday, June 30, 2017
Keith
I'm so very sorry to hear about Alan. All the memories I have of him are happy. I ache for you and the pain you are going through. I pray God will surround you with his love and comfort. Know you are thought of and loved during this difficult time.
Yours in Christ's Love
Mickey Traylor Eastham
Dianne Cobb
Friday, June 30, 2017
Keith, Donny, Jordan and Madison
So sad to read about your brother Keith. He was obviously a remarkable man.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and all of your family.
Dianne Cobb
William Cummings
Friday, June 30, 2017
Miss you brother. Way too many from our class leaving here way too soon.
Becky Boyd Black
Thursday, June 29, 2017
So sorry to hear of your loss. Your family is in our prayers. Tommy and Becky Black
Peggy Delancey Denman
Thursday, June 29, 2017
Allen was such a nice person to attend school with. He was very smart and talented. We were all blessed to have known him.
Danny & Beth (Dickinson ) Goodwin
Thursday, June 29, 2017
Our thoughts and prayers at this difficult time. A talented and great friend and classmate. Will always remember his laugh.
Sharon Burns
Thursday, June 29, 2017
May memories provide comfort for those left behind. He was always very sweet and nice to me. Rest well Allen. 🌹❤️
Janet Bryant
Thursday, June 29, 2017
To Allen's family: I am heart broken to learn Allen has passed away. I remember all the happy times that our family spent with him over the years as he was growing up. He and Don are together now, but your loss is even greater. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you as you face this great loss.
Janet Bryant
Irene Gray
Thursday, June 29, 2017
Colleen, Keith, Danny, and all of Allen's extended family, my heart is heavy for all of you at this time. Even though know Don welcomed Allen into God's Kingdom with him, I know how hard it is to let our loved ones go. My prayers are with you all. Irene
Carlein
Wednesday, June 28, 2017
My name isCarlein. I am a Bible teacher. I am sorry for your loss. A scripture that has given me much comfort is Revelation 21.4 which promises that one day death shall be no more. I hope this truth brings you comfort also.