Remembering Allen's Own: Two Lives of Service Honored in Texas
Communities are defined not just by their growth but by the lives lived and honored within them — this week, two Texas families remembered individuals whose dedication to service and family left a lasting mark.
🕯️ Mike Glover, Devoted Father and Nurse, Remembered in Temple
Mike Glover of Temple, Texas, passed away on December 1, 2025, at the age of 77, leaving behind a legacy of military service, nursing care, and devoted fatherhood. He served in the United States Air Force from 1966 to 1972 during the Vietnam War and later became a registered nurse at Scott & White Hospital, working in the Cardiac ICU and other departments before transitioning to medical research. Those who knew him remembered him most for his unwavering pride in his son Allen, whom he spoke about to anyone who would listen. Mike also gave back to his community as a volunteer and board member at the Temple Civic Theatre and as a certified PADI scuba diving instructor. [4]
🎖️ Shane Allen of Little River Academy Laid to Rest with Military Honors
Shane Allen, age 66, of Little River Academy, Texas, passed away on August 28, 2025, and was honored with a graveside service with military honors at Central Texas State Veterans Cemetery in Killeen. Born in Amarillo in 1958, he is survived by his wife Dianah, a daughter, a stepdaughter, seven grandchildren, and five great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by a son, Austin Allen. His service reflected a life connected to family and community in central Texas. [8]
Sources: [4] Dignity Memorial · [8] Dignity Memorial