Allen, MaryLynn of Truro and formerly of Hilden. It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of MaryLynn on Saturday, March 29, 2014 in the Colchester East Hants Health Centre, Truro. Born in Halifax, she was a daughter of the late Weldon and Mary (McKeen) Allen. MaryLynn was a resident of the Mira Long Term Care Centre where she spent several years.

She is survived by sisters Janet McDowall (Thomas) of Hilden, Joan Allen of Truro; several nieces, nephews and cousins.

Arrangements are under the direction of the Mattatall~Varner Funeral Home, 55 Young Street, Truro. Cremation will take place with no visitation by family request. A graveside service will take place at a later date in the Hilden Cemetery, Hilden. Donations in memory may be made to the Mira Recreational Department. A special thank you to the Colchester East Hants Health Centre Palliative Care, Truro and to the Mira Long Term Care Centre, Truro, for all your care and support given to MaryLynn and to her family.  Private messages of condolence may be sent to the family by viewing MaryLynn’s obituary on-line and selecting "Send A Condolence" at: www.mattatallvarnerfh.com