Gwendolyn J. Allen 84 of New Castle, passed away May 6, 2021.

Gwen was born February 5, 1937 in New Castle. She was a daughter of Torrance and Georgianna Rankin.

She is affectionately known as Granny Gwen, Grandma Gwen, Gweneth, Gwenny, and Lizzie.

Gwen loved spending time with her family and friends, especially with her grandchildren.

She loved hummingbirds, screaming at the TV, while watching her Pittsburgh Steelers and the Pittsburgh Pirates, and watching her beloved Westerns.  She looked forward to her lunch dates with her Sisters-in-laws; Clarabelle and Barbara.

Gwen is survived by her three children; Charmagne Henry (Alton), Bobby and Deborah; her beloved brother, Torrance Rankin; and best friend Juanita (NeNe) Malone, who she would enjoy talking with on the phone all night about everything, especially eating cherries.

She is preceded in death by 2 children, Marsha Martinez and Kevin Allen and her parents Torrance and Georgianna.

Calling hour will be 11:00 to 12:00 p.m. Monday (5-17-2021) in St. Luke A.M.E Zion Church, 603 Harbor St., New Castle, PA 16101.

Funeral service will be immediately following at 12 p.m. Monday, in the church.

Interment: Greenwood Cemetery, New Castle.