Education

Celebration of Life for Mr. William Allen, a Teacher at Wood Middle School for 52 Years, Who Passed Away Earlier This Month

A celebration of life for longtime MCPS physical education teacher, Mr. William S. Allen, will be held at Earle B Wood Middle School on Saturday, June 11th from 1pm until 3pm.

Mr. Allen was a physical education teacher at Wood Middle School for 52 years before retiring last June. He passed away on Friday, May 20th at the age of 76.

Per Mr. Allen’s daughter, Heidi Lee Hazel: “The gratitude for the love and support given is difficult to put into words at this time. The legacy left behind by my dad has affected many people. I know that they are also feeling the loss of their dear family member, loving friend, mentor, and teacher, Bill.

Please mark your calendars as we commemorate the life of my dad:

Celebration of Life
William S. Allen

Saturday, June 11, 2022
1:00pm-3:00pm
(Doors will open at 12:30pm)

Earle B. Wood Middle School/Gymnasium
14615 Bauer Drive
Rockville, Maryland 20853

At the request of the family and the large numbers expected, please wear a mask.

Please consider writing down a fond memory you have to share with the family at a later time to be placed in a memory box at the Celebration of Life.”

Pictures can also be emailed to the following email address: [email protected]

On behalf of the family, if you have any questions, please email: Lauren Caputo (Earle B. Wood Middle School)
[email protected]

A private gathering for immediate family will precede the Celebration of Life.