Kayla Marie Allen

Miss Kayla Marie Allen, 28, of Kernersville, NC, passed away on Monday, January 12, 2026, following a tragic accident.

She was born on June 18, 1997, to Tony Lee Allen, Sr., and Tina Maria Ashby Allen in Forsyth County, NC.

A beloved daughter and loving mother, Kayla (ReeRee) was the heart of her family. She embraced life to the fullest and brought joy wherever she went. Known for her great sense of humor, she had a gift for making others laugh, even during life’s most challenging moments. Her beautiful smile and unmistakable laugh lit up every room and will be greatly missed by all who knew her.

Kayla cherished time spent with her family and friends and created countless memories filled with love, laughter, and connection. She lived with authenticity, kindness, and a deep appreciation for life’s simple pleasures. Her strength, compassion, and unwavering love will forever be remembered by those who were fortunate enough to know her.

Kayla was preceded in death by her grandparents Bill and Evelyn Wright, Danny and Rhonda Mabe, aunt Tanya Mabe, and a cousin Tristan Gadberry (LeeLee).

Those left to cherish her memory include her parents, Tony Lee Allen, Sr. (Mary) and Tina Maria Ashby Allen and Marcella Lowery (Memaw); children, Josiah Stevenson, Kingston Robinson, and Mazikeen Allen; fiancé, Donte Crews, Sr; siblings, Amber Allen and brother in law Orlando Moore (Big Bro), Tony Lee Allen, Jr. (Bubby), Breanna Ashwell and brother in law Jamell Stewart; Kori Gregg (best friend) along with numerous cousins, nieces and nephews.

The family will receive friends and family on January 23, 2026, from 6:00pm-8:00pm at Hayworth-Miller Silas Creek Chapel.

Hayworth-Miller Silas Creek Chapel is assisting the family of Miss Kayla Marie Allen.