He was like an 84-year-old 12-year-old. I don. "He was like Dick Clark. I posted this on my FB page and wanted to share. Continuing with this request will add an alert to the cemetery page and any new volunteers will have the opportunity to fulfill your request. Please try again later. Very few high profile people ever recover from a fall like the one he made. Ill talk about the viewers who have been so great to me and the athletes Ive been friends with and just thank everybody for letting me be a part of their lives for nearly 39 years, he said. Sports anchor for KTRK-TV (Channel 13) in Houston, Texas. For now proud to be worlds oldest Sunshine Kid! the smiling faces behind the camera who bring you the "local" and national news and weather have troubled lives- just like any other human being! I have a wonderful woman in my life, and I want to spend time with her. Dave Ward, the longtime Houston television news anchor, says he was walking down the street one day years ago when a young boy rushed up to him and said, breathlessly: "You're Dave Ward! What you think Ruben the dancing bear doesn't match up with Dave Ward and Bob Allen? Are you sure that you want to delete this memorial? Who can complain?. Didn't know about this either. TexAgs is an independent site and is not affiliated with Texas A&M University. "Her much older brother," Nelson points out. You can post now and register later. jan left in 79 to anchor in san francisco for 5 yrs. Bob Allen, taking a familiar position on the Channel 13 news set Wednesday, says his final sportscast tonight will not usher in his retirement. Several people have been expressing their condolences on social media and sharing memories of Allen. Failed to delete memorial. Almost as exciting as the Ed Brandon story. Houston, Texas, USA, North America, Northern hemisphere, Earth, Inner asteroid belt, Solar system, Milky way galaxy, THIS universeat least Heights Native, now living on 8 wooded acres on Cedar Creek just south of Bastrop. "I'm ready. There was a plan in the works to run KHOU and PAX by remote control from Dallas. We have lost a giant." I got tired of making the same mistakes with people and things, so I talked to a person who was really helpful, and lights have started coming on. Bob Allen, Self: ESPN SportsCentury. I didnt know who I was for the longest time. Legendary Houston Sporstscaster Bob Allen passed away on Thursday, the 20th of October 2016, following a valiant battle with cancer. Seeing Bob Allen around town was like seeing a celebrity. For memorials with more than one photo, additional photos will appear here or on the photos tab. There was a time when Bob Allen the sportscaster to me was my whole identity, not Bob Allen the person. Weve updated the security on the site. From left: Scott Gertner, Kim Padgett and Bob Allen at the 32nd annual Escape Celebrity Serve Benefit at Tony's restaurant Sunday April 28, 2013. Help tell the story of your loved ones unique life. They did find pornographic videos, but none involving children. He married Norma Harris in 1962 in Ashland. I figured ol Dave would would hang it up before Bob. It breaks my heart we didnt get to finish up together. Failed to remove flower. Allen was diagnosed in the spring of 2015 with T-cell lymphoma, a variety of blood cancer that derives from the abnormal growth of T-cells, a type of white blood cell that plays a role in the body's immune system. In a 2013 interview, he said that at age 10 he rode his bicycle from the family home in West University Place to Channel 13's studios so he could meet news anchor Ray Conaway and sportscaster Guy Savage. "A lot of people were really concerned, and I'm very grateful for that," Brandon said. This guy went through pure hell, and he knows he's the luckiest guy in the broadcast business. You talk as if you don't believe in the power of redemption. She was born on Thursday June 4th 1970, in Unknown. Bob loved sports, but he loved kids who are confronting challenges even more. I would like to get back into radio, and I would like to do shows that get into the mind of athletes not just what they did on the field but what made them what they were, what happened when it was all over for them, he said. Yep he is. I may have been trying too hard to be Howard Cosell. There was also talk of adding WWL-TV/New Orleans(4), and WWL-DT/New Orlenas(36) to the project, but last I heard that didn't get off the ground. Bob spent the remainder of his television career with KHOU. ABC13's Shara Fryer takes on exciting new challenge, I did not see him say that he was leaving channel 13. And he was big with kids, like the little boy who called him BobAllen, in one word. But he also had a softer side. For him to honor me by letting me see that is the ultimate that one broadcaster can pay another." @BobAllenKHOU was as first class as they come. Here. Structural Info Facts Allen's daughter, Genna Fincher, said in a statement, "We are so incredibly touched by the love and support shown to us during this difficult time. Thanks for the memories all these years! Will he still be anchoring the morning newscast? As a native of Houston, he said he tried to balance his hometown rooting interests with the obligation for objectivity. He and Osama are grilling out tonight with Elvis. He also encouraged athletes, including Astros Hall of Famer Craig Biggio, to join him in the charity that assists children and teens with cancer. All television stations are required to carry some local content that is of public service. Try again later. Sorry! HOUSTON Bob Allen, a longtime sports broadcaster in Houston, died Wednesday night after a bout with cancer. The next year, he became Eyewitness News Sports Director. GREAT NEWS! You are part of my love 4 Houston sports. To add a flower, click the Leave a Flower button. VIDEO: Bob Allen remembered by sports star. According to the Nielsen Co., Channel 11 in May ranked second among English-language stations among all households for its 6 and 10 p.m. newscasts. News, events, and general noise related to the great state of Texas! Let others know about your loved one's death. Ed gives thanks to God every day for getting that second chance. He will be missed. Oops, some error occurred while uploading your photo(s). Small stations like PAX meet that requirement by carrying rebroadcasts of other local news broadcasts. Edit a memorial you manage or suggest changes to the memorial manager. 'He was the real deal' With the brouhaha in DC over ownership rules, very few TV stations are bring bought or sold anymore until the mess gets straightenede out. He started his career in radio, then graduated to the TV screen in 1974, first as the weekend sports anchor. Was a cheerleader at Texas Tech University, where she graduated. Share this memorial using social media sites or email. According to ABC 13, Tom Koch will just be working the morning shifts which means the 5am-7am Newscast with Sharron Melton. Brandon resigned his position at Channel 13 just a few days later. PAX doesn't actually operate its own facility. News operations are generally small parts of the overall television station. cemeteries found within kilometers of your location will be saved to your photo volunteer list. Wondered that myself. "We were confident that the man who had made the original allegations was a contemptible liar. He and I have both matureda lot together on the air. This memorial has been copied to your clipboard. In a message posted to his @BobAllenKHOU account on Twitter several hours after word of his condition was announced Monday afternoon by Channel 11, the sportscaster wrote, "Overwhelmed by your well wishes. If its February, its (baseball) spring training. Im still Bob Allen. Now your journey has come full circle," Sirron F. wrote. "I married an Osawatomie farmer's daughter," Bob said with a smile. - present) Jan Glenn (? Things will get tighter. Ed got into a recovery program and he was out of broadcasting for a couple of years before Dan Patrick gave him a part time job doing some call-in shows on KSEV. tom is working 5am and 4pm now.sounds like a better gig to me. Don Nelson has helped us laugh and smile for nearly 40 years, but he had help during his early days at ABC-13. Let us know your favorite memories of Don and why you're his biggest fan. Brandon was admitted to a local psychiatric hospital and spent several months in a drug treatment program. What is the Bob Boudreaux story? I've got a lot to do. KRIV (Channel 26): Dave Sheehan, Mark Berman. VIDEO: Longtime Eyewitness Sports Director Bob Allen lost his battle with cancer at age 70. Legendary Houston Sporstscaster Bob Allen passed away on Thursday, the 20th of October 2016, following a valiant battle with cancer. He was 70 years of age. His family said Allen peacefully died about 11 p.m. Wednesday. Its a job that begins as his old job comes to an end. His contract with Channel 13 prohibits new television, radio or Internet jobs until later in the spring, but he said he has signed on with the Pastorini Bosby Talent Agency and hopes to begin public speaking, which is allowed under his agreement. This site is provided as a service of SCI Shared Resources, LLC. I've got a lot of faith. Shortly after, he took a leave of absence. Deborah Wrigley looks back at the life and work of legendary sports reporter Bob Allen. "He had a whoopee cushion he kept in his pocket, and he would let it rip while you are doing interview. SPRINGFIELD - Robert V. Bob Drake, 70, of Springfield died Friday, Feb. 8, 2002, at St. John's Hospital. Over the years, Allen won many awards, including being named Houstons favorite sportscaster by readers of The Houston Chronicle. From the glory days of the Luv Ya Blue Houston Oilers-Earl Campbell era, to some low points when Bum Phillips was sacked, Bob was there. He was not afraid to share the limelight and allow others around him to shine. Display as a link instead, Robert Glenn "Bob" has 8 jobs listed on their profile. Police investigated but found no proof of that. Brandon studied radio-TV at the University of Texas, and his first jobs were as a radio disc jockey on stations in Texarkana and Longview. You are nearing the transfer limit for memorials managed by Find a Grave. But I think I told it like it was." Doctors have recommended three to six rounds of chemotherapy to reduce the extent of the disease, which has spread to his lymph nodes, followed by radiation and, "down the road a little bit," he said, a potential stem cell transplant to replace his immune system. "I'm sure I started out as the typical person who was making a lot of money and was presented with this attractive way to escape life's problems. i think don nelson was on "dialing for dollars" on channel 13 before he was on the news. With the Texans, Ive been able to travel with the team because of the stations association and to do their show every Sunday. Upload or insert images from URL. Although, for years there have been people of the opinion that KHOU's news content is dictated by remote control from the mothership in Dallas, but that's a discussion for another time. Do Not Sell or Share My Personal Information. He was covering (Texans coach) Gary Kubiak when Kubiak was in high school. Allen was on hand for virtually all of the modern eras major moments in Houston sports history. My dad valued his place in the Houston community, and the encouragement he received from you over the last two years gave him more strength and comfort than you will ever know. Don't overlook the possibility that your ancestor may have been married in a nearby county that was more convenient to them, or where other family members lived. View Robert Glenn "Bob" Allen's profile on LinkedIn, the world's largest professional community. Try again later. Personality Profile. He was a bit gruff in the press box. Truly one of the best. Last: How long do you want to ignore this user? ABC13 just announced that Cheryle Keck passed away today. Don Nelson and Jan Glenn were Houston's TV couple from 1977 to 1991 thanks to "Good Morning Houston." Brandon said his years of drug abuse affected not only his lifestyle, but his health and career as well. Off camera, he was the sweetest, nicest, quietest guy. And he did so much with Special Olympics and Sunshine Kids. He will be missed. If anyone should be fired, it's Ed Brandon. Ex-society editor for "Inside Houston" magazine, a news magazine of products and services in the Houston area. T-cell lymphoma is a variety of blood cancer that derives from the abnormal growth of T cells, a type of white blood cell that plays a role in the body's immune system. Nelson is very involved in the BBQ cookoff festivities and was reporting all last week. Does anyone know whats going on? Much of the equipment was put in place, but I don't know if they ever got around to finishing the project. "I may have gone over the line with criticism sometime. The party was thrown by a group including Margaret O'Brien-Molina and Bob Martin aka "The Accountant to the Stars." Include gps location with grave photos where possible. There were a bunch of current and former Houston television stars in attendance. Foyt. He was one of the few guys on TV I liked to watch. Allen, 66, is resigning not retiring, he notes with some emphasis to work on a book, start a media company, engage in public speaking and otherwise add to and document his role in the history of Houston sports and sports media reflected by the upstairs walls of his Neartown home. He never looked his age. No charges were filed. it was generally decided that his being close friends with dave ward saved his job, along with the obvious reason that he was well perceived by the public. Keep you posted.". Comfort the family with flowers or a sympathy gift. 15 Texas A&M plates 23 in seven-inning rout of HCU, No. Allen, 68, sounded an upbeat note as treatment began, citing his longtime work with the Sunshine Kids charity in updating viewers on his condition. Please contact Find a Grave at [emailprotected] if you need help resetting your password. "But at this point, I'm trying not to worry about anything. We watched him on the news every night. 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I'm in shock. In the short time I knew Bob, he treated me the same way he treated me as if he'd known me the entire 15+ years he'd known my husband. Allen plans to take a break before plunging in earnest into his new company, Bob Allen Media. He is 90; she turned 92 on Friday. Anderson Cancer Center. Hard to believe he was on the air for almost 40 years. Threads like this make me realize that in some ways I'll never be a native Houstonian. Menu. Sign up for service and obituary updates. A Houston native, Allen began his television career in 1974. Bob Allen, Channel 13 Sports Anchor, prepares for what will be his last show this Thursday on Wednesday, Jan. 16, 2013, in Houston. His favorites, in no particular order, include the Luv Ya Blue Oilers of the late 1970s, the current Texans, the mid-1980s Astros and the back-to-back Rockets champions of the mid-1990s. Bob had the courage to tell it like it is. Drag images here or select from your computer for Robert Glenn Bob Allen memorial. You cannot paste images directly. They met when both worked at KTRK-TV (Channel 13) in Houston, Texas. "I'm ready for the fight, and I welcome any prayers that they have and hope to see them back on TV as soon as I can.". Robert Allen (poet), English author of 1994's Canny Bit Verse in Northumbrian dialect. They have been married for 68 years. Houston won't be the same without you. There is a problem with your email/password. See also They would argue and tease each other right up to the second the camera came on. To use this feature, use a newer browser. Your email address will not be published. Even so, Ed was out at KTRK because of his cocaine addiction. American astronaut John Glenn becomes the oldest person in space during the STS-95 mission on board the shuttle Discovery, 1998. To view a photo in more detail or edit captions for photos you added, click the photo to open the photo viewer. Progress so is that an upgrade from someone who "didn't inhale?". "I had extremely elevated blood pressure, and that's under control now. In the meantime, Allen said, he welcomes the prayers and best wishes of viewers who have followed his 40-year career on Houston television. Jan Glenn's co-hosted Good Morning Houston with Don Nelson from 1979-1991. He demands quality.. He said Channel 11 officials have been supportive during his diagnosis and the decision to leave the air while he undergoes treatment. Allen did not specify the variety of T-cell lymphoma for which he is being treated, but he said doctors described it as an aggressive strain of the disease that affects about six people out of a million. As he prepared to begin treatment, Allen said he was prepared for the fight and confident of his ability to battle the disease and, at some point, to return to the air. ( Melissa Phillip / Houston Chronicle ). As I recall, some hustler was attempting to blackmail him, too. Her production company, "Jan Glenn Productions", regularly produces a number of highly visible commercials and infomercials for well-known clients around the state. It's just a long ride.". No one wants to take a chance buying a station they might be forced to sell. Cancer sucks. This is a carousel. Learn more about managing a memorial . ", "He brought us to tears," said Nelson. 368k members in the texas community. Use the links under See more to quickly search for other people with the same last name in the same cemetery, city, county, etc. This site says that he might be replaced with Mike Barajas nephew: http://blog.whereismatt.tv/?p=95. http://www.chron.com/entertainment/celebrities/article/Longtime-Houston-TV-sports-anchor-Bob-Allen-has-9985516.php#photo-4042688, Done Earley: No. Born Robert Alan Egalnick, Allen was the son of Lee Egalnick, founder of the Karl Young League for youth baseball, and played the sport while growing up. The Houston Astros send heartfelt condolences to the family, friends and many fans of longtime Houston sportscaster Bob Allen. Rest In Peace Bob Allen. the woman on the show with him was jan glenn and she was married to bob allen, the sportscaster. Glenn Howerton with her wife Jill Latiano and older son Miles Howerton. they later divorced. I may have been trying too hard to be Howard Cosell. #RIP. Ive been with him longer than with any of my wives. Bob Allen is married to ?. He's never backed away from a cause or an effort he believes in," said Philip Bruce, the station's executive news director.

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