Shelby Allen (Stallings) passed away on October 4, 2023 at the age of 85 in Livonia, Michigan. She was born on May 22, 1938 in Ider, Alabama to the late Ervin and Mary Stallings. She was the beloved wife of the late Ralph Allen for over 30 years.  Shelby is survived by sons, grandchildren, great-grandchildren, nieces, and many dear friends from the Merriman Baptist Church.