Obituary of Allen "Big Fig" Sequoyah

Allen “Big Fig” Sequoyah, age 67, formally of the Yellowhill Community, passed away on August 2, 2023. He is survived by his Children, Brandy Sequoyah and Ryan (Teresa) Sequoyah. Brother, Verlin Sequoyah. Sisters, Gail Panther and Lou Bowman. 6 Grandchildren, Nia Sequoyah, Kenton Hill, Tyruss Thompson, Nikolai Thompson, Laylah Thompson and Elli Thompson. 3 Special Grandchildren, Eli Lanning, Alex Mato Lopez and Shelby Hornbuckle. Nieces, Sissy Sequoyah and Falon Sequoyah. Nephews, Verlin Sequoyah Jr., Waylon Sequoyah, Brian Sequoyah and Denny Sequoyah. Allen is preceded in death by his Parents, Sonny and Marie (Crow) Sequoyah and Brother, Hank Sequoyah. Allen, better known as “Big Fig”, will always be remembered for his many years working for the Boys Club. He also volunteered his time working with the youth in free style wrestling. He was also a father figure to many. He lived life to the fullest and he always cheered on his Grandchildren’s achievements. He will be greatly missed by his Family and Friends. A visitation will be held on Saturday, August 5, 2023, at Yellowhill Baptist Church beginning at 12:00pm until 2:00pm. A formal funeral service will begin at 2:00pm with Larry Perry and Ben Reed officiating. Burial will be in the Crow Family Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Tyruss Thompson, Nikolai Thompson, Verlin Sequoyah Jr., Brian Sequoyah, Eli Lanning, Waylon Sequoyah and Will Davis. Honorary Pallbearers will be Darrell Lambert and Justin Rho. Long House Funeral Home assisted the Family with final arrangements.