Ellen Marie Allen Wiki – Biography
Ellen Marie Allen is the wife of Rance Allen, The two were married on December 1, 1970.
Allen’s wife Ellen Marie Allen nee Groves is referred to as the “First Lady” of the New Bethel Bountiful Blessings Ministries. According to Groves’ profile on the church’s website, she is a native of Grand Rapids, Michigan, and was “introduced to the lord at an early age.”
Her profile goes on to say that she “met and fell in love” with Allen at the age of 16. The couple married with her father’s consent in December 1970. Prior to becoming fully involved with the church, the profile says that Groves worked in banking. In the bio, Groves refers to her husband as “the sweetest, most humble, patient, loving, giving man this side of glory.”
Allen was Gospel singer and founder of the Rance Allen Group Rance Allen. He was being reported to have died on October 31st, 2020 at 71. Allen was often referred to as “The Father of Contemporary Gospel Music.” During his illustrious career, Allen was the recipient of five Grammy Awards, once performed for President Barack Obama, and recorded a song with Snoop Dogg.
Ellen Marie Allen Age
Ellen Marie Allen’s age is unknow.
Husband & Children
Ellen Marie Allen was married to Bishop Rance Allen. The two were married on December 1, 1970. The couple had no children together, they share their love and support to many God-children.”
Allen was often referred to as “The Father of Contemporary Gospel Music.” During his illustrious career, Allen was the recipient of five Grammy Awards, once performed for President Barack Obama and recorded a song with Snoop Dogg.
Allen founded the Rance Allen Group along with his brothers, bass playing Steve and drummer Thomas, in their hometown of Monroe, Michigan, in 1969. His official website describes the group as beginning to “invade the world with a new contemporary and innovative gospel sound.”
Allen moved to Toledo, Ohio, in 1985 and was the pastor of New Bethel Church of God, according to the bio on the singer’s official website. In December 1970, Allen married evangelist Ellen Marie Groves. His official profile says that the couple had no children that “they share their love and support to many God-children.”
Husband Cause of Death
Bishop Rance Allen is the Gospel singer and founder of the Rance Allen Group who died on October 31 at 71.
Allen’s death was confirmed in a statement from Bishop Robert G. Rudolph of the Church of God Is Christ in Memphis, Tennessee. The statement did not reveal Allen’s cause of death. The statement goes on to say that due to COVID restrictions, a private memorial service will be held for the singer.
As news of Allen’s death spreads, fellow performers as well as fans, have taken to Twitter to express their condolences. Here are some of the most poignant messages of remembrance:
SMH!!! What a GIFT…… What a TALENT….. What an incredible HUMAN BEING!!! There will NEVER be another Bishop Rance Allen!!!! Man…….. can’t lie….. this year hasn’t been “easy”…….#RIPRanceAllen #RanceAllen pic.twitter.com/QGzkwLx6Vj
— E. Dewey Smith (@edeweysmith) October 31, 2020
One of gospel biggest icons has passed. Bishop Rance Allen is one of our greatest voices and will be missed. Pray for his family. This is a major loss.🙏 pic.twitter.com/9xIP3QWtKb
— Let Me See Your Transcript (YourFav HistTeacher) (@divasantamonica) October 31, 2020
Rest in Love: The loss of Rance Allen to the gospel world is huge. His voice was larger than life and so beautiful.
He cut up every time there was a mic in his hands and rightfully so with a range like his. You’ll be missed, but your legacy lives on. ❤️#RanceAllen #RIP pic.twitter.com/hmvLaf8Kbi
— ShakariSBriggs (@ShakariSBriggs) October 31, 2020
