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  1. August-20-10, 06:36 PM #1
    Zacha341
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    Default Detroit Poet/ Writer Ron Allen Passing....

    [[Several events planned this weekend including funeral)

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    From post.... Detroit Poet and writer Ron Allen passes away
    Poet, writer, Ron's contribution to Detroit's literary heritage is in-depth. He heralded the human condition with passion and content...

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    http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ron_Allen_%28playwright%29
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  2. August-20-10, 10:24 PM #2
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    Great respect and admiration for Ron, a gifted man who shared his gifts with his city...
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  3. August-20-10, 11:03 PM #3
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    My condolences to your loss of a friend.
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  4. August-22-10, 10:47 AM #4
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    Funeral tomorrow at Wilson Akins Funeral home....
    17500 Fenkell Avenue
    Detroit, Michigan 48227
    Phone: 313: 837-4440

    Ronald Allen
    [[September 13, 1947 - August 11, 2010)

    Viewing Sunday Aug 22 3-8 PM

    Visitation Monday Aug 23 11 AM

    Celebration of Life 12 Noon

    http://www.wilsonakinsfh.com/index.cfm
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  5. August-23-10, 02:18 PM #5
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    I just heard about Rons death last night. Hadn't seen him in a few years since he had moved to Cali. Was proud to know him and his work.
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