that news is older than my daughter! Robert Allen (poet), English author of 1994's Canny Bit Verse in Northumbrian dialect. Bob Allen, Channel 13 Sports Anchor, speaks to producer Chaz Miller while preparing for the six o'clock newscast. I was hoping against hope that I could finish it up with a Super Bowl.. "I married an Osawatomie farmer's daughter," Bob said with a smile. "He had a huge smile, a great smile. Your account has been locked for 30 minutes due to too many failed sign in attempts. 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! I don. In the meantime, Allen said, he welcomes the prayers and best wishes of viewers who have followed his 40-year career on Houston television. Brandon said his years of drug abuse affected not only his lifestyle, but his health and career as well. KHOU's Bob Allen taking leave of absence to battle cancer. I have my doubts about your information, because KTRK wouldn't have even considered letting him come back if there had been even a HINT of pedophilia. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED. As a native of Houston, he said he tried to balance his hometown rooting interests with the obligation for objectivity. Channel 13 sportscaster Bob Allen in KTRK studio in 1984. Previously sponsored memorials or famous memorials will not have this option. He has worked at Channel 13 for many years, including before Metro Traffic even existed. News, events, and general noise related to the great state of Texas! Your link has been automatically embedded. "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. They met when both were working for KTRK-TV (Channel 13) in Houston, Texas. Her Wiki: Wed About Bo Welch: Age, Wife, Net Worth, Children, Fa Where does Bryce Gheisar live now? He use to do funny reports for KTRK. #Fu*ckcancer https://t.co/3P2hCPS1OL. Yep he is. Robert Allen (lexicographer) (born 1944), British lexicographer and author. Just saw Bob Allen's farewell on 13 tonight. Sometime in the past I shared this on another thread, but I have a friend that used to be in the print media business. You need a Find a Grave account to continue. Producer and co-host of "Wild About Houston", a local weekly newsmagazine on KTBU-TV (Channel 55) in Houston, Texas [2007- ]. "I've got great doctors. Oops, something didn't work. 2023 SCI SHARED RESOURCES, LLC. Brandon studied radio-TV at the University of Texas, and his first jobs were as a radio disc jockey on stations in Texarkana and Longview. "Leslie Nielsen," Glenn said. Brandon equates his coke addiction to `skid-row alcoholic'. Bob Allen,Channel 13 Sports Anchor, preparing for his last show this Thursday on Wednesday, Jan. 16, 2013, in Houston. "The drug use was causing problems in my life," he said. (divorced) Trivia (2) Divorced from Jan Glenn. John Glenn Allen III. In a 2013 interview, he said that at age 10 he rode his bicycle from the family home in West University Place to Channel 13's studios so he could meet news anchor Ray Conaway and sportscaster Guy Savage. Each item represents a team, memory or individual, all of which will be at the core of his book, And Bob Allen (a reference to his place at the end of Channel 13s newscast intro), a collaboration with former Chronicle columnist and KILT (610 AM) host John Lopez. I looked on youtube and found a radio interview about it but no clip. Good Morning Houston: With Fran Williams, Jan Glenn, Ed Brandon, Don Nelson. We were a band of characters, he said. He was born in Texarkana and grew up in Austin. I've got a lot of faith. 368k members in the texas community. Please try again later. Verify and try again. Long-time Houston sportscaster Bob Allen died peacefully Wednesday night, his family said. Powered by Invision Community. Let's do this," he said. Are you sure that you want to delete this photo? A system error has occurred. Over the years, Allen won many awards, including being named Houstons favorite sportscaster by readers of The Houston Chronicle. There is a problem with your email/password. Brandon, cheerful and upbeat in his first public interview since he abruptly resigned from KTRK -Channel 13 earlier this year, said he is taking it "one day at a time" in an effort to kick the habit. Loved sports as a boy Thanks for the memories all these years! - Tim Melton, Channel 13 sportscaster, "We've become really close over the years, and he hasbecome more and more transparent to me. Bob spent 38 years as part of our family at Eyewitness News, ending his career with ABC13 as our Sports Director in January 2013. the woman on the show with him was jan glenn and she was married to bob allen, the sportscaster. Alphabetically arranged, it relates to nearly 300 families and 2,000 individuals, with pedigrees and charts of the first arrivals. Thank you for fulfilling this photo request. Height, Girlfri All About Portia de Rossi's Ex Husband - Mel M. Me Untold truth of Clint Eastwood's daughter - Kathry Kim Jae-young - Age, Girlfriend, Net Worth, Family Has two cats, George Straight Eyes (he's cross-eyed) and Tammy Whynot. He worked at KSEV for more than a year rebuilding his credibility and reputation, until KTRK decided to take him back in his old job on a probationary basis. It ends Thursday night, with Allens final sportscasts at 6 and 10 p.m.: six minutes, more or less, to wrap up the events of the day and to express his gratitude for a career that has spanned most of Houstons lifetime as a major league sports market. There was a time when Bob Allen the sportscaster to me was my whole identity, not Bob Allen the person. Allen was diagnosed in the spring of 2015 with T-cell lymphoma, a variety of blood cancer that derives from the abnormal growth of T-cells, a type of white blood cell that plays a role in the body's immune system. He died January 12 . Don't overlook the possibility that your ancestor may have been married in a nearby county that was more convenient to them, or where other family members lived. What's happening to Tom Koch? William A. Lawson, founding pastor and current pastor emeritus of Wheeler Avenue Baptist Church in Houston. 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. As the combine starts, the Texans are on the clock and the pressure mounts to solve their quarterback problem, writes Brian T. Smith. Tickets from the Colt .45s first game in 1962 and a Beatles show in 1965 which he watched from backstage at the Sam Houston Coliseum attest to his tenure as a lifetime Houstonian. Hostess/co-producer of Good Morning Houston (1979) on KTRK-TV from 1977-1991. "There's nothing in there that could be looked at as any criminal activity that we could prove," Mosier said. "I'm ready. shara fryer left channel 13? What are we going to do? Just a good guy. I saw Tom Koch on the weekend news. In my opinion none of the other guys in town could touch him. Police said they found no evidence that a crime had been committed. I think Ed has earned his. Keep you posted.". Would you rather that he was tossed in the trashbin? My deepest condolences and prayers go out to the #Allen family. He was 70 years old. HOUSTON - Bob Allen, a longtime sports broadcaster in Houston, died Wednesday night after a bout with cancer. Nelson is very involved in the BBQ cookoff festivities and was reporting all last week. Bob was a true class act. GREAT NEWS! Welsh Founders of Pennsylvania. And he did so much with Special Olympics and Sunshine Kids. You cannot paste images directly. Dave has been such a good friend, one of the nicest people. http://www.chron.com/entertainment/celebrities/article/Longtime-Houston-TV-sports-anchor-Bob-Allen-has-9985516.php#photo-4042688, Done Earley: No. When it was completed, KHOU/Houston(11), KHOU-DT/Houston(31), KPXB/Conroe(49), KPXB-DT/Conroe(5), WFAA/Dallas(8), WFAA-DT/Dallas(9), KENS/San Antonio(5), KENS-DT(55)/San Antonio, KVUE/Austin(24), KVUE-DT/Austin(33), and KBEJ/Fredericksburg(2) were all to be run by remote control from Dallas. Thanks for your help! A Houston native, Allen began his television career in 1974 at KTRK-TV, where he quickly was named sports director. His status as a hometown celebrity of sorts also made for some interesting and difficult times away from the camera. - present) Jan Glenn (? I generally switch channels when he comes on. Allen roams the studio in 1984, a year when local luminaries included Hakeem Olajuwon, Nolan Ryan and Warren Moon. 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. 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? All these years in Houston, and I haven't watched 10 hours of local news. He was not afraid to share the limelight and allow others around him to shine. $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 had to walk that fine line of having to criticize my hometown team when I had to but still be for them. Youve got to be unique and local, because you can get national news a lot of places, he said. "Like any tumor, something goes wrong in a single cell and it begins to grow abnormally," said Dr. Martha Mims, chief of the hematology and oncology section at Baylor College of Medicine. or don't show this againI am good at figuring things out. With the brouhaha in DC over ownership rules, very few TV stations are bring bought or sold anymore until the mess gets straightenede out. "Now his cause is beating cancer. What happened to Tom Koch in the mornings at abc 13? Try again later. Kelly Cripe, from left, Bob Allen, Bob Boudreaux and Jennie Moroney at a birthday party for Tillman Fertitta at Fertitta's home Friday June 22,2007. (Strickland) was my first sports producer. My newspaper buddy was not really planning to go to the game but went because I had taken him up on the offer. "I respected him and considered him more than a friend, like a brother, and I am going to miss him a great deal. 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. I don't watch much morning television, so forgive my ignorance, but is Johnathan Walton still doing his schtick on 11? Too bad I can't remember itit was a hell of a story. Houston police, meanwhile, said Wednesday their investigation into allegations against Brandon had ended without charges being filed against him. Where they going to move all of the news crews to Dallas? This relationship is not possible based on lifespan dates. But I think I told it like it was.. It breaks my heart we didnt get to finish up together. What type of illness doe Cheryle Keck have? The same complaint included allegations of child pornography. "He was the real deal when it came to the Sunshine Kids," Biggio said. Prior to 26 June 1881, no marriage license was required; the marriage was recorded . KHOU-TV released the following statement about Allens passing: "We are deeply saddened by the passing of our friend and colleague Bob Allen. Could have waited for him to get liquored up, then hammer him for the info. They did fire him Kathysue, but they left the door open for a return. 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. The latest Houston news, weather and sports from KPRC 2. VIDEO: Longtime Eyewitness Sports Director Bob Allen lost his battle with cancer at age 70. I wished we hung onto Frank Billingsly for our weather, he would have been the weather director now. He created a strong and lasting bond with sports fans because he covered the games from their perspective. Progress so is that an upgrade from someone who "didn't inhale?". My main goal is to continue to get physically healthy. Watching local news is almost like learning baseball. A lot of people have gone through this. Brandon said his recovery was helped along, though, by the cards and letters he received from people who had watched him during his 17 years with Channel 13. Definitely a Houston TV icon. Rest In Peace Bob Allen. Pasted as rich text. Continuing with this request will add an alert to the cemetery page and any new volunteers will have the opportunity to fulfill your request. With over 1,900 locations, Dignity Memorial providers proudly serve over 375,000 families a year. September 9, 2004 in Houston and the Media. Dave Ward, left, and Bob Allen at the 11th annual Texas Legends Gala on March 25. It was published knowledge at the time that an adult man had complained to police that he'd been sexually abused in an encounter with Ed. He and Osama are grilling out tonight with Elvis. (Dave Rossman photo). Anyone hear why he left ABC13? Last: How long do you want to ignore this user? Jan Glenn's co-hosted Good Morning Houston with Don Nelson from 1979-1991. He was 70 years of age. Ex-society editor for "Inside Houston" magazine, a news magazine of products and services in the Houston area. As I recall, some hustler was attempting to blackmail him, too. He was like an 84-year-old 12-year-old. He will be dearly missed by his family, friends, and the entire Houston community.". Brandon was admitted to a local psychiatric hospital and spent several months in a drug treatment program. From authors to animal handlers to animals having accidents on the set, from self help gurus to cooking segments with chefs, Don and Jan could handle anything. Her production company, "Jan Glenn Productions", regularly produces a number of highly visible commercials and infomercials for well-known clients around the state. Mayra Beltran/Houston Chronicle Show More Show . "I was with him on that desk for 38 years," Ward said. He fought like hell, but he had no regrets." This was when he was in the heart of his cocaine addiction. Shortly after, he took a leave of absence. Send a note, share a story or upload a photo. I knew Bob long before Former KTRK sports director, Bob Allen has lost his battle with cancer. who'd think that the hard drinking Dave Ward would out live Bob. That's something Ed is very good at, because he did a daytime call-in show on KTRH back in the mid and late 70s, in addition to his weather gig at KTRK. Your entry has exceeded the maximum character limit. 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. Use Next and Previous buttons to navigate. He was previously married to Jan Glenn. Always will be. In addition to sports, Bob was passionate about community service. When we were in college, my husband was a wrestler and I remember him telling me that Bob Allen interviewed him.". Paste as plain text instead, Failed to report flower. 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. Receive a notification when services are updated. Her father's, Barney Glenn, favorite song was "Barney Google". 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). 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