Allen F. Downs age 48 a lifelong Clarksville resident, passed away on Monday October 3, 2016 at Tennova Healthcare following a sudden illness. He was born April 26, 1968 in Clarksville, the son of the late Alfred Frank Downs and Sarah Coppedge Downs of Clarksville. Allen is a graduate of Northeast High School and recently graduated from Austin Peay State University with a BS degree in computer science. He loved working with computers and had a talent for playing musical instruments. In addition to his Mother, he is survived by 2 sisters, Jackie Struckmeyer of Clarksville and Carolyn Downs of Clarksville. He is also survived by 2 nephews, Gage Struckmeyer and Anthony Papke, as well as many cousins and friends. According to Allen's wishes, there will be no public funeral services. Online condolences may be made by going to www.gatewayfh.com. Arrangements are under the care of Gateway Funeral Home and Cremation Center. 335 Franklin Street Clarksville, TN 931-919-2600.