Woody Allen, born Edward Rutledge Allen, Feb.12, 1950 in NYC, died Aug. 24, 2021 at home in Portsmouth, NH with his family by his side. Woody grew up in '50's Chicago (lifelong Cubs fan), '60's and '70's Manhattan with college years at Princeton University (class of '72). The English major with a musical soul followed his heart to Key West, FL where he settled in 1977 and flourished, creating a rich legacy of music composition, recording, and performance (foremost with his band The Survivors), fathering three beautiful children, and marrying the love of his life, Chance B. Allen.
Woody and Family moved to Portsmouth in 1995. His many years here included memorable stints performing at the York Harbor Inn, the Press Room and MC Perkins Cove, as well as minding the store at Gary's Guitars. Many locals will remember him as a kind and patient teacher of the guitar & ukulele. Woody also had a devoted Chigong practice.
He is predeceased by his father John and brother Peter, and is survived by his loving wife Chance, their children Zeph, Gracie and Finn Allen; also by his brother James "Din" and his mother Pat Allen, Sharona Setlock, Carla Fuquay, many beloved nieces, nephews, in-laws, friends, students, musical colleagues, co-workers, and fans.
The family is grateful to their many friends en Cayo Hueso. Forever may we keep "Feelin' good down in our neighborhood!"