Allen J. Cousins, age 82 of Clinton, IA, passed away Saturday, April 12, 2025, at the University of Iowa Hospital, Iowa City, IA. Cremation rites are planned, and no services are planned at this time. The family requests memorials to Mooseheart, a charity close to Allen’s heart that supports children in need, at www.mooseheart.org in Allen’s name. We hope that you will continue to support Mooseheart in Allen’s memory. Online condolences may be left at www.papefh.com.

Allen, a man of dedication and commitment, was born on Aug. 2, 1942, in Clinton, IA, the son of John and Luella (Schroeder) Cousins. He served with honor in the Iowa National Guard and graduated from DeWitt High School. On Jan. 12, 1968, he married Barbara Johnston in Elvira, IA. Allen owned and operated Cousins Insurance Agency in Clinton, IA, a testament to his dedication to the community. He was a member of Elvira Zion Lutheran Church and Clinton Moose Lodge for 50 years. He enjoyed spending time with his family, engaging in varied outdoor activities, and was an avid Iowa Hawkeyes and Chicago Cubs fan, his passion for sports shining through in his life.

Allen is survived by his significant other, Barbara Cousins of Clinton, IA; four children, Scott Cousins of Ankeny, IA, Kristina Segreto of West Liberty, IA, Allen Cousins II of Villa Rica, GA, and Jennifer Cousins (fiancé, Mark Lemke) of Tipton, IA; 10 grandchildren: his brother, John (Lori) Cousins II of Charlotte, IA; and two sisters, Susan Hartz of DeWitt, IA and Deborah (Moon) Donahue of Camanche, IA. He was preceded in death by his parents. Allen’s love for his family was unwavering, and he cherished every moment spent with them. The family is deeply grateful for the support and understanding they have received during this difficult time.