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. Former KTRK abc13 personality Don Nelson's surprise birthday party. He and Osama are grilling out tonight with Elvis. We have lost a giant." He left for a couple of years and came back as big as a house. I remember being out in the 1970s, and a young boy ran up to me and said, 'You're Dave Ward! For memorials with more than one photo, additional photos will appear here or on the photos tab. No charges were filed. He married Norma Harris in 1962 in Ashland. Your Scrapbook is currently empty. Weve updated the security on the site. I always thought he was rather cool. Omaha, Douglas County, Nebraska, USA. Most of the media people were. Channel 13 sportscaster Bob Allen in KTRK studio in 1984. Family members linked to this person will appear here. Sgt. 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. What you think Ruben the dancing bear doesn't match up with Dave Ward and Bob Allen? Longtime Houston sportscaster Bob Allen underwent his first round of chemotherapy Monday for a form of T-cell lymphoma and said he will take a leave of absence from KHOU (Channel 11) while he undergoes treatment at M.D. (? I grew up in Fort Worth (18 years), and knew all of the personalities up there. Began her television career in Lubbock, Texas before joining KTRK-TV in Houston. Bob Allen,Channel 13 Sports Anchor, preparing for his last show this Thursday on Wednesday, Jan. 16, 2013, in Houston. Now he's playing 2nd banana to a dog. Station officials said sports anchors and reporters Matt Musil and Daniel Gotera will share duties in Allen's absence. $100 bond set for catalytic converter theft suspect's evading charge, Man on parole for murder charged in connection to Leslie Obi's killing, Oak pollen already a big problem, but strong storms could wash it away. I'm taking things one day at a time.". Channel 13's competitors rolled out a number of counterparts to Bob Allen during his more than three decades as sports director: KPRC (Channel 2): Bill Worrell, Ron Franklin, Craig Roberts, Chris Wragge, Randy McIlvoy. Allen said his transplant would come from a donor, which Dr. Mims said "is transplanting somebody else's immune system into you to help fight the tumor. He was a dad, grandfather, friend and most of all supporter of the Sunshine Kid and the Special Olympics. All rights reserved. Don also wanted the broadcast called "The Don Nelson Show," leading to five years of "fighting" between the co-hosts. 3 of 32 4 of 32 Bob Allen, Channel 13 Sports Anchor, prepares for what will be his last show this Thursday on Wednesday, Jan. 16, 2013, in Houston. After graduating from Westbury High School and Stephen F. Austin State University, he began his career at KPRC (950 AM) and joined Channel 13 in July 1974 as a weekend anchor. Movies. More about Marriage Records in Missouri: Marriage records are held by the county recorder of deeds. And my money's on him.". Now, Brandon says, he is struggling to do just that - without thinking too much about the future. Failed to report flower. You are nearing the transfer limit for memorials managed by Find a Grave. His family said Allen peacefully died about 11 p.m. Wednesday. The sponsor of a memorial may add an additional. "I had to walk that fine line of having to criticize my hometown team when I had to but still be for them. Jan's biggest problem was that the show was called "Good Morning Houston" instead of "Jan Glen's Show." There are no volunteers for this cemetery. "When he became ill, he said, hey, I'm going to beat this thing, but if not, I've had a great life," said his brother, Ken Egalnick. Thanks for your help! He was born Jan. 8, 1932, in Philadelphia, the son of William Glenn and Gertrude Evelyn Marion Drake. ABC13 just announced that Cheryle Keck passed away today. Allen's family released a statement that read: "On behalf of Bob Allen's family, we are so incredibly touched by the love and support shown to us during this difficult time. He was previously married to Jan Glenn. Oilers great Elvin Bethea, left, cooks Cheese Grits Souffle with Allen at the 1980 March of Dimes Gourmet Gala at The Summit, former home of the Rockets. She is a female celebrity. tom is working 5am and 4pm now.sounds like a better gig to me. See also There was a time when Bob Allen the sportscaster to me was my whole identity, not Bob Allen the person. This relationship is not possible based on lifespan dates. from left, Bob Allen, Dave Ward, Gina Gaston, and Tim Heller on Wednesday, Jan. 16, 2013, in Houston. Personality Profile. VIDEO: Tribute to Bob Allen from Jamie's Hope Foundation. Very sad to hear the news that longtime Houston sportscaster Bob Allen has succumbed to cancer. Use Escape keyboard button or the Close button to close the carousel. Close this window, and upload the photo(s) again. bob allen replaced dan lovett in about 74. jan came along from about 76 to 79. i had the question of whether there were dual anchors at both 6 or 10 or just one newscast. Former television weatherman Ed Brandon said Wednesday a 10-year cocaine habit left him as addicted as a "skid-row alcoholic," but he denied the rumors of sexual improprieties that have circulated around him. 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. "Now his cause is beating cancer. Draloc, Inc. Failed to remove flower. A true professional. I didn't even know that he was sick! At the same time, the combination of Ward, Brandon and Allen, with Carson and Fryer and, of course, Zindler, made Channel 13 the longtime Nielsen ratings leader among Houston newscasts. 0 cemeteries found in Donnellson, Montgomery County, Illinois, USA. Required fields are marked *. Use Next and Previous buttons to navigate, or jump to a slide with the slide dots. "I did what I loved to do, and I did it for a pretty long time without ever having to leave my home town." His status as a hometown celebrity of sorts also made for some interesting and difficult times away from the camera. "I've got great doctors. Year should not be greater than current year. Ward, indeed, knew Bob Allen. Don Nelson and Jan Glenn were Houston's TV couple from 1977 to 1991 thanks to "Good Morning Houston." Now 24 years later, their crazy relationship hasn't changed, but it didn't start as a match. Please contact Find a Grave at [emailprotected] if you need help resetting your password. Houston won't be the same without you. A lot of people have gone through this. 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. If you have an account, sign in now to post with your account. Shortly after, he took a leave of absence. Now your journey has come full circle," Sirron F. wrote. News, events, and general noise related to the great state of Texas! David Barron reported on sports media, college football and Olympic sports for the Houston Chronicle until his retirement in January 2021. Copyright 2023 Click2Houston.com is managed by Graham Digital and published by Graham Media Group, a division of Graham Holdings. Allen was on hand for virtually all of the modern eras major moments in Houston sports history. He and Bob Boudreaux were two of my favorites growing up. "They were part of his family, and vice versa." Coke addiction? Becoming a Find a Grave member is fast, easy and FREE. What are we going to do? Just a good guy. Houston police, meanwhile, said Wednesday their investigation into allegations against Brandon had ended without charges being filed against him. Joe is the heartbeat of the sports department, and he takes care of details and makes sure we dont miss anything. He put himself into both organizations." "One of the best ever. I may have gone over the line with criticism sometime. Sorry! Make sure that the file is a photo. He also has done a lot more than just the morning traffic reports, such as weather reports, feature stories, and cohosting the old Good Morning Houston morning show. I'm just as bad as the skid-row alcoholic when it comes to that.". Display as a link instead, He joined the Houston Chronicle in 1990 after stints at the Dallas bureau of United Press International (1984-90), the Waco Tribune-Herald (1978-84) and the Tyler Morning Telegraph (1975-78). Channel 13 Sports Anchor Bob Allen chats with News Anchors Dave Ward, Gina Gaston, and Tim Heller during a commercial break on Wednesday, Jan. 16, 2013, in Houston. For now proud to be worlds oldest Sunshine Kid! G.W. I grew up watching Bob every night do the sports on Channel 13. Allen roams the studio in 1984, a year when local luminaries included Hakeem Olajuwon, Nolan Ryan and Warren Moon. "One day we did an interview on the 'G spot'," said Nelson. He joined the Houston Chronicle in 1990 after stints at the Dallas bureau of United Press International (1984-90), the Waco Tribune-Herald (1978-84) and the Tyler Morning Telegraph (1975-78). KHOU disclosed Allen's condition to viewers via its website and newscasts Monday afternoon. Bob Allen is married to ?. Learn more about managing a memorial . ilona and the nephew will be the new ken and barbie or they are trying to up their gay quotient. 2023 SCI SHARED RESOURCES, LLC. Small stations like PAX meet that requirement by carrying rebroadcasts of other local news broadcasts. By He didn't just lend his name to Sunshine Kids and Special Olympics. His ego rarely got in the way of his decisions or in the way of our relationship. "I may have gone over the line with criticism sometime. Alongside competitors like Craig Roberts, Gifford Nielsen and Mark Berman, he was part of one of the most stable periods for any major-market TV sports director contingent. When does he start? Don Nelson and Jan Glenn were Houston's TV couple from 1977 to 1991 thanks to "Good Morning Houston." He remained on the air at KHOU until June 2015, when he disclosed his illness and began treatment at MD Anderson Cancer Center. This was when he was in the heart of his cocaine addiction. He was covering (Texans coach) Gary Kubiak when Kubiak was in high school. I don't watch much morning television, so forgive my ignorance, but is Johnathan Walton still doing his schtick on 11? Keep you posted.". They have been married for 68 years. In lieu of customary remembrances and for those desiring, his family requests with gratitude that memorial contributions in his name be directed to the Sunshine Kids, 2814 Virginia St., Houston, TX, 77098. This is a carousel. Hes like a son, he said. According to ABC 13, Tom Koch will just be working the morning shifts which means the 5am-7am Newscast with Sharron Melton. Please reset your password. Robert Allen (poet), English author of 1994's Canny Bit Verse in Northumbrian dialect. Bob Allen, Channel 13 Sports Anchor, prepares for the evening newscast. He spent 38 years at that station, giving him the longest tenure of any major market sports anchor in the country. I think Ed has earned his. If you have any photos you would like to share of Bob, please post on the KPRC 2 Facebook page. He has made atremendous impact covering sports in Houston, and as he moves to another part of his life, we'll always remember Bob Allen." 24 Texas A&M staves off comeback bid by Ole Miss for 14th SEC win, 400m star Tierra Robinson-Jones looks back on emotional SEC Indoors, Catching up with former Texas A&M wide receiver Jason Carter, Standout 2025 DL Dilan Battle is seeing his recruitment take off. He use to do funny reports for KTRK. In 1991, she left KTRK-TV to pursue a successful career as an independent producer. All photos uploaded successfully, click on the Done button to see the photos in the gallery. Here's for Don Nelson's hair styles over the years: Are you Don Nelson's biggest fan? Include gps location with grave photos where possible. PAX doesn't actually operate its own facility. Bob Allen, Jan Carson, Dave Ward and Frank Billingsley. He also was a television junkie. I generally switch channels when he comes on. He demands quality.. KRIV (Channel 26): Dave Sheehan, Mark Berman. If you have questions, please contact [emailprotected]. As his health failed, among his final visitors were friends and co-workers, including former Channel 13 sports reporter Tim Melton and longtime sports radio anchor Barry Warner. "I'm not scared. To view a photo in more detail or edit captions for photos you added, click the photo to open the photo viewer. I generally don't enjoy his reports. I looked on youtube and found a radio interview about it but no clip. You are part of my love 4 Houston sports. I know Shara Fryer left to do reports but what is happening to Abc 13? Jan 1968 - Jan 1986 18 years 1 month . Copyright 2023 KTRK-TV. Tragic. Alphabetically arranged, it relates to nearly 300 families and 2,000 individuals, with pedigrees and charts of the first arrivals. 368k members in the texas community. At the time, he said, he was aware of the swirl of rumors that began to circulate throughout the city, but said the hospital environment insulated him from the full impact. I've now lived here just as long, and I hardly know any of the people y'all talk about on here. - Spencer Tillman, "Inside the Game" co-host, "He has been such an institution. All these years in Houston, and I haven't watched 10 hours of local news. Where they going to move all of the news crews to Dallas? Celebrity servers Courtney Zubowski and Bob Allen at the ESCAPE Celebrity Serve Benefit. Please check your email and click on the link to activate your account. 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. Allen's home was lined with memorabilia from his years covering Houston sports, including tickets from the Colt .45s' first game in 1962, press passes for the Rockets' first season and the Billie Jean King-Bobby Riggs tennis extravaganza and photos with Nolan Ryan, George Foreman, Sugar Ray Leonard, Ted Williams and Stan Musial, among others. Bob Allen, Channel 13 Sports Anchor, prepares for what will be his last show this Thursday on Wednesday, Jan. 16, 2013, in Houston. Hard to find anyone better. As a kid in his own right, Allen, born Robert Alan Egalnick (his father, Lee Egalnick, founded the Karl Young League for youth baseball), worked in radio after graduating from Westbury High School and Stephen F. Austin State University before joining Channel 13 in July 1974. He was loud and blustery on camera. Channel 13 should be commended for sticking by a faithful employee, and Mr. Brandon should be commended for turning his life around. Bob spent the remainder of his television career with KHOU. View Robert Glenn "Bob" Allen's profile on LinkedIn, the world's largest professional community. He was a longtime supporter of many local non-profits, especially those which benefited children. But Don was much more than a traffic guy. Bob Allen, Channel 13 Sports Anchor, speaks to producer Chaz Miller while preparing for the six o'clock newscast. 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. Upload or insert images from URL. Continuing with this request will add an alert to the cemetery page and any new volunteers will have the opportunity to fulfill your request. He said Channel 11 officials have been supportive during his diagnosis and the decision to leave the air while he undergoes treatment. He was an easy guy to work with and a good friend. He has been a contributor to Dave Campbell's Texas Football since 1980, serving as high school editor from 1984 through 2000 and as Managing Editor from 1990 through 2004. I thought you might like to see a memorial for Robert Glenn Bob Allen I found on Findagrave.com. "I have feelings that I brought this on myself because of my drug usage, and I left myself open," he said. - Tim Melton, Channel 13 sportscaster, "We've become really close over the years, and he hasbecome more and more transparent to me. 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. Trial only available to users who have never subscribed or participated in a previous trial. Too bad I can't remember itit was a hell of a story. I interviewed Bob Allen for my HS newspaper back in the day. That meant a reunion for Nelson who got to catch up with the likes of Jan Carson, Jan Glenn, Shara Fryer, Debbie Johnson, Don Kobos and others. Youve got to be unique and local, because you can get national news a lot of places, he said. He started his career in radio, then graduated to the TV screen in 1974, first as the weekend sports anchor. He was born in Texarkana and grew up in Austin. . Ed returned to Channel 13 in the early 1990s after being gone for a few years and undergoing rehab for his addiction issues. 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. He also reportedly turned down on offer from Fox 26 and wound up with 13's weekend gig. Verify and try again. 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. 15 Texas A&M plates 23 in seven-inning rout of HCU, No. "He had a whoopee cushion he kept in his pocket, and he would let it rip while you are doing interview. Share this memorial using social media sites or email. "I respected him and considered him more than a friend, like a brother, and I am going to miss him a great deal. A Gannett official says strong commitment to news will continue. When you have a small station, like KPXB being run from inside a larger station like KHOU, very often that smaller station gets bought by the larger one in a few years. If he is gone, Don and 13 may not have had a say in the matter. Very few high profile people ever recover from a fall like the one he made. Almost as exciting as the Ed Brandon story. Colleagues and competitors comment on Bob Allen's departure from Channel 13: "There are so many memories. How come we're rehashing the dirt on Ed Brandon from 15 years ago? "They're so bizarre, and they're not true," he said. Foyt. He was 70 years of age. Bob Allen, Channel 13 Sports Anchor, smiles after listening to a message from fans wishing him well while trying to prepare for the evening newscast. "They (vice officers) don't foresee any charges coming out of it.". 52 Replies | Good Morning Houston: With Fran Williams, Jan Glenn, Ed Brandon, Don Nelson. HOUSTON (KTRK) -- Don Nelson has helped us laugh and smile for nearly 40 years, but he had help during his early days at ABC-13. Let's do this," he said. Is Tom Cook quitting the 4:00pm news? Did he retire? According to his Facebook page, Allen was diagnosed with cancer in June of 2015. He created a strong and lasting bond with sports fans because he covered the games from their perspective. ", "We felt confident all along that there would not be any criminal charges filed. Police investigated but found no proof of that. Bob Allen is known for ESPN SportsCentury (1999). There was an error deleting this problem. TexAgs is an independent site and is not affiliated with Texas A&M University. For 39 years, Ive been in a structure where if its August, its (NFL) training camp. citykid09, Robert Glenn "Bob" Allen Birth 7 Jan 1941. Bob is as tough as they come. Id be typing my script with my back to the newsroom, and spitballs would be flying past me and hitting the screen. Learn about how to make the most of a memorial. Search above to list available cemeteries. Everybody has issues with confidence and self-esteem, he said. John Glenn Allen III. I figured ol Dave would would hang it up before Bob. Based on years of extensive research conducted in Wales, this work consists of genealogical notices of Welsh emigrants to Pennsylvania, mainly between 1682 and 1700. Allen was heavily involved with the Special Olympics and The Sunshine Kids, where he served on the board of directors for both organizations. Pasted as rich text. This account has been disabled. Unfortunately that was many beers ago Too bad I can't remember itit was a hell of a story. jan left in 79 to anchor in san francisco for 5 yrs. American astronaut John Glenn becomes the oldest person in space during the STS-95 mission on board the shuttle Discovery, 1998. He was not afraid to share the limelight and allow others around him to shine. Brandon, 46, came under investigation last year after a man complained to Houston police that he had been sexually assaulted at Brandon's townhome in southwest Houston. Much of the equipment was put in place, but I don't know if they ever got around to finishing the project. Erik Barajas just did his first report for ABC 13 at the top of the 6:00 Newscast, I'm guessing he starts the 4PM Newscast tommorrow, but I could be wrong. Didn't know about this either. Oops, some error occurred while uploading your photo(s). Hard to believe he was on the air for almost 40 years. Leave a memory or share a photo or video below to show your support. Found more than one record for entered Email, You need to confirm this account before you can sign in. "He was the real deal when it came to the Sunshine Kids," Biggio said. He's been here for a million years. As a native of Houston, he said in 2013 that he struggled to balance his feelings as a fan with his obligations as a reporter. We have set your language to Sign up for service and obituary updates. If people cannot be given a second chance, what motivation would anyone have for reforming himself? There is a problem with your email/password. When we were in college, my husband was a wrestler and I remember him telling me that Bob Allen interviewed him.". Divorced from Bob Allen. It's run from KHOU's technical center, though PAX maintains seperate offices elsewhere because it is licensed to Conroe, not Houston. During his career, Allen covered the finest moments of the citys sports teams. There was a plan in the works to run KHOU and PAX by remote control from Dallas. 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! Your entry has exceeded the maximum character limit. VIDEO: Bob Allen with cancer patient and amputee Shelby Robin, VIDEO: Bob Allen checks in with Shelby Robin, who now helps children with cancer, VIDEO: Bob Allen covered some of the best athletes in the world, including a five-year-old diver, VIDEO: Bob Allen has a candid interview with Bum Phillips, VIDEO: Bob Allen asks viewers to get out and vote in 1976 election, VIDEO: Bob Allen takes on World Arm Wrestling Championships participants, VIDEO: Bob Allen's first report on Live at 5 focused on Nazi photographers at the Olympics, VIDEO: Bob Allen reports on the end of the Houston Aeros in 1978, VIDEO: Is the Houston Women's Hockey League as rough as the male league? Use the links under See more to quickly search for other people with the same last name in the same cemetery, city, county, etc. or don't show this againI am good at figuring things out. A native of Tyler, he is a graduate of John Tyler High School, Tyler Junior College and The University of Texas at Austin. (Dave Rossman photo). "Her much older brother," Nelson points out. Now is the best time of my life. What do you mean by remote control. It's funny you say that because I knew all these characters well since my parents always watched the local news and I absorbed it through osmosis. Sports is not a profit center (for newscasts).. He was a part of our lives. He has been married three times, and he acknowledges he has struggled with his status as a local celebrity. Previously sponsored memorials or famous memorials will not have this option. He's never backed away from a cause or an effort he believes in," said Philip Bruce, the station's executive news director. He was gracious enough to return my phone call and answer my questions about how he got started in the business, what sports he enjoyed covering the most and who his favorite sports personalities were. As manager of this memorial you can add or update the memorial using the Edit button below. He told them how their teams were doing, win or lose." He spent the final two weeks of his life at home in hospice care. He was a bit gruff in the press box. Don Nelson has helped us laugh and smile for nearly 40 years, but he had help during his early days at ABC-13. 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. Wondered that myself. Among adults 25-54, it tied for second at 6 p.m. and was third at 10 p.m. Click through the gallery above for photos from Allen's career in Houston TV news. In the meantime, Allen said, he welcomes the prayers and best wishes of viewers who have followed his 40-year career on Houston television. You have chosen this person to be their own family member. "He had such boyish enthusiasm," said CBS Sports announcer Jim Nantz, who met Allen during his student days at the University of Houston. William A. 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