Sammy Allen (October 4, 1937–August 2, 2020) was an American Baptist preacher, evangelist, and pastor renowned for his fervent ministry and dedication to old-fashioned Christianity. Born Robert Verland Allen in Resaca, Georgia, to Vince W. and Myrtle McKinley Timms Allen, he lived a wayward life into his teens until a profound conviction led to his salvation in the summer of 1955. Soon after, he began sharing the gospel, speaking as a lay preacher in Sunday schools, prayer meetings, and churches. In 1961, he announced his call to preach and was called to pastor Maple Grove Baptist Church and New Prospect Baptist Church in Georgia, serving both until he helped organize Concord Baptist Mission into Concord Baptist Church in Fairmount, Georgia, in October 1961, where he remained pastor for 59 years. Allen’s ministry expanded into a nationwide evangelistic calling by 1964, prompting him to leave his carpet mill job for full-time preaching. Known as a revivalist and camp meeting preacher, he founded Faith Baptist Camp in 1970, hosting its first meeting under a tent in Resaca. He preached with passion across the U.S., earning two honorary doctorate degrees and a reputation as a godly leader. Married to Jimmie Lou Wilson since December 28, 1962, they had three children—Samuel, David, and Hannah—and several grandchildren. Allen died at 82 in Resaca, leaving a legacy of faith, fellowship, and unwavering commitment to sharing Christ’s love, celebrated at his “Going Home” service on August 7, 2020.