Dianne Allred

Bobbie Dianne Allred (née Andrews) peacefully returned to our Lord on December 23rd after a long battle with Alzheimer’s, a disease she and her devoted husband, Tom, fought stoically for over 10 years. 

Born on January 15, 1947, she was the daughter of James Andrews and Frances Disharoon. Dianne grew up in the Randleman area where she was raised by her paternal grandmother, Jesse Andrews, a loving and resourceful woman who instilled in her the virtues of kindness and devotion to family. A beautiful Carolina girl, she was an avid roller skater, and was even crowned “Roller Queen” in the early 1960s. Dianne graduated from Randleman High School and met the love of her life, Tommy, as a teen. They married in 1966 and enjoyed nearly 60 years of marriage. As a newlywed, she supported her husband in his sales career moving several times and spending some time near New York City. She also enjoyed raising several of her favorite Dachshund puppies.

However, her dream and primary goal in life was to become a mother and after 12 years of marriage and waiting, she was blessed with a daughter and later a son. As a mother, nothing made her happier than serving as a Brownie and Girl Scout leader, “room mom,” and chaperone for dozens of school and church trips. She was also a consummate homemaker and always had a warm meal and encouraging word for her children and their friends. Dianne was a beautiful woman and had a mischievous smile and spirit that will be missed.

During the course of her lifetime, Dianne was an enthusiastic parishioner at several local churches, most notably Asheboro Friends Meeting. She also worked several years as a Bank Teller at RBC Centura. In retirement she spent many happy hours caring for her mother Frances and spending time together. Dianne and Tom were also fortunate to go on memorable and fun trips to Europe, out West and other locales with their friends and beloved neighbors.

Lovingly called “Gran” by her family, she will be remembered as a devoted mother who always put her family first. Dianne is predeceased by her mother Frances (2019) of Siler City. She is survived by her husband, Thomas Odell Allred, and children Candace Wehr (Peter) of Wilmington and Jonathan Allred (Sarah) of Asheville. She is also survived by five grandchildren, Isaac, Lee, Nate, Bennett and Elizabeth Ann. The Family wish to express their gratitude to friends and caregivers who showed Dianne kindness. The family will receive friends on Monday, December 30th from 11:00 am-12 noon at Pugh Funeral Home. A Memorial Service will be held in her honor at Pugh Funeral Home on Monday December 30th at 12 noon. Donations may be made in her honor to fight Alzheimer’s Disease at the Alzheimer’s Association, www.alz.org.