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Regular Session, 2012
HOUSE RESOLUTION NO. 56
BY REPRESENTATIVE BARROW
CONDOLENCES: Expresses condolences upon the death of Bishop Richard V. Allmon,
Sr., of Baton Rouge
A RESOLUTION1
To express sincere and heartfelt condolences upon the death of Bishop Richard V. Allmon,2
Sr., of Baton Rouge.3
WHEREAS, it is with deep regret and profound sorrow that the members of the4
Louisiana House of Representatives have learned of the death of Bishop Richard V. Allmon,5
Sr., on Sunday, April 15, 2012, at the age of fifty-seven; and6
WHEREAS, a native of Little Rock, Arkansas, Bishop Richard V. Allmon, Sr., began7
his spiritual journey and ministry in the city of Shreveport before moving to Baton Rouge8
and becoming a widely respected and admired pastor and community leader; and 9
WHEREAS, on August 21, 1954, Bishop Allmon was born to Veodis J. and Erma10
Allmon, and upon graduating from high school near the top of his class, he received a full11
scholarship to the United States Air Force Academy, proudly serving his country for nearly12
five years and achieving the rank of sergeant; and13
WHEREAS, on October 2, 1972, Bishop Allmon married his best friend and14
childhood sweetheart, First Lady Lois S. Allmon, and they were baptized together on15
August 18, 1974; to their union were born twelve children; and 16
WHEREAS, in 1977, Bishop Allmon received his calling to the ministry, and he17
earned his certificate of ordination from the United Pentecostal Church International, an18
associate of theology degree from Christian Life College, a bachelor of arts in Biblical19
studies, and a master of divinity with a specialization in Biblical languages from New20
Orleans Baptist Theological Seminary; and21 HLS 12RS-2836 ORIGINAL
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WHEREAS, with his wife, Bishop Allmon served with great distinction and1
dedication as the senior pastor of Full Gospel United Pentecostal Church in Baton Rouge2
from 1983 until his passing, and they also served together as senior pastors of Tabernacle3
of Truth United Pentecostal Church in Gray; and4
WHEREAS, over the past three decades, Bishop Allmon led his family in the5
development of churches throughout Louisiana and Mississippi and in establishing the S.E.6
Mackey Community and Fitness Center and numerous community outreach facilities,7
educational programs, and ministry alliances; and8
WHEREAS, Bishop Allmon made his family and his ministry his top priorities, and9
his passion for education led to the establishment of Full Gospel Christian Academy; and10
WHEREAS, in addition to his significant local service, Bishop Allmon made his11
mark throughout the state and beyond, serving as Presbyter at Large over the Louisiana12
District of the United Pentecostal Church International and as a member of the executive13
advisory board of the Apostolic Archives International and the nominating committee for14
the Apostolic Ministerial Hall of Fame; and15
WHEREAS, Bishop Allmon was preceded in death by his paternal grandparents,16
Isaac Allmon, Sr., and Virginia Wright; his maternal grandfather, Willie Brown; his17
maternal grandmother, Jessie "Ma Jessie" Momphrey Mitchell; one brother, Greg "Ross"18
Stewart; his mother and father-in-law, Mable Straw Houston and Major Straw, Sr.; and his19
brother-in-law Major Straw, Jr.; and20
WHEREAS, left to cherish Bishop Allmon's memory are his wife of thirty-nine21
years, Lois Straw Allmon; seven sons, Richard, Jr. (Demi), Raymond (Rhonda), Reginald,22
Robert (Shawanda), Reuben, Ryan (Brittany), and Ramahd; five daughters, Renarda Parker,23
Ravonne (Michael) Allmon-Smith, Rachel, Rebecca Allmon-Boatner, and Lois; two24
brothers, Laurence (Carolyn) and Gregory, Sr. (Belva); five sisters, Cynthia (James) Woods,25
Charlotte and Terry Allmon, Carol (Eddie) Watson, and Tracy (Anthony) Jemerson; two26
sisters-in-law, Emma Jean Jones and Mabeline (Louie) Lewis; one brother-in-law, Larry27
(Linda) Straw; ten grandchildren, Romeo Parker, Kristopher and Kaleb Allmon, Logan28
Smith, David Allmon-Haynes, Khobe Allmon, Liyah and Leric Boatner, and Samara and29
Ryan Allmon, Jr.; four aunts, Viola (Richard) Gentry, Katherine Wright-Knight, Paulette30 HLS 12RS-2836 ORIGINAL
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Chatman, and Shelia Brown; an uncle, Jesse (Beverly) Wright; one godson, Anthony1
(Angela) Rogers, Sr.; one goddaughter, Lauren Tillery; and numerous nieces, great-nieces,2
nephews, great-nephews, cousins, church family members, and friends; and3
WHEREAS, Bishop Allmon was the kind of citizen who represents what is good4
about Louisiana, a man of wisdom and faith who used his gifts and talents to change his5
community for the better; and 6
WHEREAS, Bishop Allmon's fellow citizens mourn the loss of this beloved7
individual and share the grief of his family, friends, and congregations at his passing; and8
WHEREAS, Bishop Allmon will forever bring great pride and honor to the Baton9
Rouge community and to the state of Louisiana.10
THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the House of Representatives of the11
Legislature of Louisiana does hereby express sincere and heartfelt condolences upon the12
death of Bishop Richard V. Allmon, Sr., does hereby extend enduring appreciation for his13
outstanding accomplishments and singular contributions during a lifetime of dedication and14
service to God and his family, friends, churches, and community, and does hereby recognize15
that his legacy of kindness and compassion shall live forever in the minds and hearts of all16
who knew and loved him.17
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that a suitable copy of this Resolution be transmitted18
to Sister Lois Allmon.19
DIGEST
The digest printed below was prepared by House Legislative Services. It constitutes no part
of the legislative instrument. The keyword, one-liner, abstract, and digest do not constitute
part of the law or proof or indicia of legislative intent. [R.S. 1:13(B) and 24:177(E)]
Barrow HR No. 56
Expresses condolences upon the death of Bishop Richard V. Allmon, Sr., of Baton Rouge.