Our Staff

Randy Allen

President & CEO

 

Randy was born at Culver Union Hospital to Robert and Marilyn Allen. He was raised in Crawfordsville, Indiana where he currently resides. He graduated from North Montgomery High School in 1990 and received an Associate degree in business administration from Vincennes University in 1992.

After moving back to Crawfordsville, Randy opened Allen Monument Company in 1995. He is a member of Montgomery County Chamber of Commerce and the Indiana Cemetery Association (ICA). Randy and his wife, Debbie live in Crawfordsville and have five children, Kristen, Kyle, Hope, Charlie and Grace. In his free time, Randy enjoys spending time on the lake with his family and friends.

Hope Allen Stone

General Manager

 

Hope’s great grandparents Austin and Margaret Money managed Oak Hill Cemetery in Crawfordsville from 1956 to 1995. They lived in the house adjacent to the cemetery office.  Hope has been around the monument and cemetery industry her entire life. 

She joined her father’s business in 2017 and is passionate about serving families and working alongside her father. She cherishes the lifelong friendships she has made with our wholesale accounts from all over Indiana. Hope is a member of Montgomery County Chamber of Commerce and the Indiana Cemetery Association (ICA). She is also a three-year member and ordained minister at ULCM.

Hope was born and raised in Montgomery County where she currently resides. Hope is an avid animal lover and will help any animals in need. In her free time, she enjoys gardening, cooking, taking care of her chickens and shopping primitive antiques. Hope is married to Kevin and has a step-daughter, Delilah. The family is expecting a son January 2025.

 

Charlie Allen

Account Executive 

 

Charlie was born and raised in Crawfordsville, where he currently resides. He graduated from North Montgomery High School in 2021 and graduated from Parkland College in May of 2023 with a Ford Technician Specialty degree. While he was in college, he worked for Ford of Lafayette. 

Charlie joined the family business in 2023 after working part time during the summers. He is a member of the Montgomery County Chamber of Commerce as well as the Indiana Cemetery Association (ICA). 

In his free time, you can find Charlie at US 24 Speedway in Logansport. He started racing quarter midgets at 7 years old at Mini Indy Speedway in Indianapolis. When he isn’t racing, Charlie enjoys spending time with his family and friends. 

 

Tyler Shelton

Sales Manager & CAD Designer

 

My name is Tyler Shelton. I was born and raised in Montgomery County on my family’s farm. I graduated high school from North Montgomery in 2011. I attended and graduated from Ball State University with an associate degree in Education and a bachelor’s degree in Meteorology and Climatology. 

I joined Allen Monuments in January of 2020 as a Memorial Specialist and CAD Designer at our Crawfordsville location. I enjoy meeting with families and helping them design a memorial that will last a lifetime. I’m a member of the Indiana Cemetery Association (ICA) and Montgomery County Chamber of Commerce. 

In my free time, I enjoy being outdoors; kayaking, hiking, landscaping, playing soccer or storm chasing when the opportunity comes up. When not outside, I enjoy watching sports, streaming tv shows and sampling all my wife’s baked goods.

Cooper Bowman

Marketing & CAD Manager

 

Hello, I’m Cooper! I’m from New Richmond, IN. I currently reside in Crawfordsville, IN. I graduated from North Montgomery High School in 2021.  I have several years of design and marketing experience. I look forward to designing memorials for our families and dealers.

In my free time, I enjoy sports, photography and spending time with family and friends. 

 

Travis McMichael

Memorial Specialist Indianapolis

 

Hello! I’m Travis McMichael. I was born in Northwest Ohio but was raised in Indiana. I attended The Ohio State University, but quickly entered the workforce once I started a family. In my free time, I enjoy being outdoors; kayaking, hiking, fishing, camping, and spending time with my family. When not outside, I enjoy reading my bible, cooking, and enjoying quiet time by the fireplace. 

I joined Allen Monument Company in May of 2022 as a Memorial Specialist and CAD designer at our Lafayette store location. In May of 2024, I moved to our Indianapolis store location.  I enjoy meeting with families and helping them create/design a memorial that will make Everlasting Memories about their loved ones. 

Mark Newman

Memorial Specialist Monticello

 

Hi, my name is Mark Newman. I am the proud father of two boys, Jacob who is 23, and Michael who is 19. I am a pastor of a church in Monon, IN. I have held that position since 2015. I belong to the Rotary Club of Monticello, and the City of Monticello, as well as Mayor’s Advisory Council for Americans with Disabities.

I really enjoy helping people with their family needs. I enjoy playing tennis, and golf, but my favorite time is spending time with my family and friends.

Christopher Castillo

Memorial Specialist Lafayette

 

Howdy!  I’m Chris. I was born and raised in San Antonio, Texas, but these days, I’m loving life in Lafayette, Indiana. I have experience in hospitality, marketing, sales, and computer assisted design. In my free time, I enjoy playing guitar and going on day trips with my wonderful girlfriend and her hilarious daughter. 

I joined Allen Monument Company in 2024, and I’m passionate about helping our families celebrate the lives of their loved ones in a way that is personal and ever lasting. 

Kevin Stone

Production Manager

 

Kevin was born and raised in Crawfordsville. He worked part time helping in the shop and later joined AMC full time in 2018. He overseas our production and manufacturing process. Kevin ensures all memorials are perfect before being delivered. 

Kevin’s father, David, lost his battle to cancer at a young age in 1991 and in 2006, lost his daughter, Madyson. After a bad experience purchasing a headstone from another monument company, he knew this career change was his true calling.

In his spare time, he enjoys restoring his ‘73 Chevy Nova and spending time with his wife, Hope and daughter, DJ.