Della Mae Wilbanks Allen, age 88, of Clarkesville, Georgia, took her heavenly flight home to be with the Lord on Saturday, April 18, 2026, following an extended illness.
A lifelong native of Habersham County, Della Mae was born on October 18, 1937, to the late Troy and Margaret Brookshire Wilbanks. She devoted her life to her family as a homemaker and was a faithful member of the Independent Baptist Church. A true Proverbs 31 woman, Della Mae found great joy in reading her Bible, playing the piano, and singing Southern gospel music. Her life was a reflection of kindness and quiet strength—always thoughtful of others and supportive in every way she could be.
Della Mae was a loving and devoted wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and friend. She cherished every moment spent with her family and found special happiness in gathering with her beloved “Lunch Buddies,” a group of dear friends who meant so much to her.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her loving husband of 58 years, Coleman Allen; daughter-in-law, Sheila Thomason Allen; brother, Jake Wilbanks; and her father-in-law and mother-in-law, Rev. Percy and Tannie Roberts Allen.
Survivors include her sons and daughters-in-law, Oaklon and Diana Allen, and Bart and Kim Allen; grandchildren, Blake Allen, Mark Allen, Luke (Abigail) Allen, and Hannah Allen; great-grandchildren, Piper Allen and Percy Allen; along with other relatives and a host of friends who will forever cherish her memory.
Funeral services are scheduled for 2:00 p.m. Wednesday, April 22, 2026, from the Chapel of McGahee-Griffin & McEntire Funeral Home, with Pastor Kevin Page and Pastor Charles Phillips officiating. Interment will follow in Demorest City Cemetery, with Pastor Deron Crocker officiating at the graveside.
The family will receive friends at the funeral home from 5:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. on Tuesday, April 21, 2026.
An online guest registry is available for the Allen family at www.mcgaheegriffinandmcentire.com.
McGahee-Griffin & McEntire Funeral Home of Cornelia, Georgia (706-778-8668) is in charge of arrangements.
