Allen Ray Diesel of Leslie, MO departed this life at his home on November 28, 2021, having reached the age of fifty-one years and eleven days. Allen was born in Jefferson City, MO on November 17, 1970, son of Dennis Ray Diesel and Linda Elaine Diesel nee Pearson. Allen is survived by his mother, Linda Diesel of Leslie, MO; by his father, Dennis Diesel of St. Clair, MO; by his sisters, Tracy Moss and husband, Brian, of Pacific, MO and Brenda Hawken and husband, Charles, of Eldon, MO; by aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, one great-niece, cousins and many friends. Allen was a Christian, being raised in the Baptist faith and believing in the Lord as his Savior. During his working career he had previously worked for various auto dealerships in both Franklin and St. Louis counties and most recently been employed by the Missouri Department of Transportation as a mechanic. Allen had a variety of interests including anything automotive, hunting and fishing. He was also a gun collector and enthusiast. Allen was a friendly man that was generous with his time and always willing to help a family member, friend or neighbor. A kind and loving son, brother, brother-in-law, nephew, uncle, great-uncle, cousin and treasured friend, he will be sadly missed and lovingly remembered by all who knew and loved him. A celebration of life will take place at a later date. A private committal will take place at a later date. The family of Allen Ray Diesel was served by Russell Colonial Funeral Home in St. Clair, MO.