Allen R. Slack, Sr.

Allen R. Slack, Sr., 65, of Northampton, Pa., formerly of Phillipsburg, NJ., passed away on January 2, 2024 at Lehigh Valley Muhlenburg.

He was born on September 9, 1958 in Phillipsburg, NJ, a son of the late Edward and Ruth Mason Slack.

Allen was in sales for most of his life. He was a New York Mets fan, played in the SPSJ softball league for many years, loved the Dallas Cowboys, enjoyed listening to music, enjoyed a good cigar, and had a loved for animals. Allen coached for Firthtown Football for many years. In addition to his parents, Allen was predeceased by his son, Allen Slack, Jr.

He is survived by his loving wife, Betty Schisler Slack, his beloved children; Aaron Slack (Elisha) Adrian Hill (David) Karen Horvath, Lori Critelli (Steve) Lisa Horvath (David). Allen is also survived by 6 brothers and 5 sisters, along with his loving grandchildren, Tilynn, Richard, Anthony M., Anthony J., Breanna, Joshua, Hailey, Stephen, Jr., Dontae, Alexis and Lily. He is also survived by his great-grandchildren, Ashlynn, Sebastion, Wyett and Cassie.

A viewing will be held on Tuesday, January 9, 2024 from 10 A.M. to 11 A.M. at The Finegan Funeral Home, 302 Heckman St. Phillipsburg, NJ, followed by a service at 11 A.M. in the funeral home. Interment will follow at Calvary Cemetery, Harmony Twp., NJ.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made in memory of Allen to Common Sense for Animals,2420 NJ-57, Stewartsville, NJ 08886.