Wanda Allen, 78, of Lancaster, passed away on Wednesday, February 11, 2026, at her home surrounded by loved ones. Born on April 7, 1947, in Garrard County, she was a daughter of the late Elisha & Rose Day Sparks.  Wanda attended Leavell Green Christian Church. She was a former employee at the Garrard County Health Deptartment & Social Services, and was also a farmer. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Wilford Ray Allen; son, David Allen, and a brother, Willis Sparks.

Survivors include a son, Kenny (Satica) Allen of Lancaster; daughter, Karen (Bruce) Henderson of Taccoa, Georgia; sister, Carolyn Rankin of Preachersville; grandchildren, Molly Allen, Keaton Robinson, Clara Allen, Garrett Allen, Elisha Henderson, and Sara Freeman, as well as 2 great-grandchildren.

A graveside service will be held at 11:00 AM on Tuesday, February 17, 2026, at the Day Family Cemetery, with Rev. Harvie Spry officiating.

Friends & family may share memories or leave condolences on her tribute wall at : www.ramsey-young.com. Ramsey-Young Funeral Home is entrusted with arrangements.