Elizabeth Carolyn Freels Allen, 87, of Owensboro, formerly of Cloverport, KY, departed this life Thursday, Sept. 26, 2024 at Heartford House in Owensboro. She was born to Herbert Lee Freels and Mary King Freels on Oct. 2, 1936, in Daviess County, KY. Elizabeth was known by many names, including Elizabeth Liz, Libby, Lib, Babs, Mom, and Grandmommy. She was a loving, outgoing person who became a dear friend to everyone she encountered. Elizabeth was a voracious reader, a wonderful cook, and loved to talk. She loved the Atlanta Braves baseball and UK basketball, but she loved her family and friends most of all. Elizabeth was a long-time member of Hancock Christian Church, where she sang in the choir for many years and had many cherished friends.
In her early years Elizabeth worked in the cafeteria at Tamarack Elementary School, Morrison's Cafeteria, and the cafeteria at Owensboro High School. After retirement she worked several more years as a caregiver for Home Instead.