Raymond G. Allen, known for his role on the ’70s sitcom ‘Sanford and Son,’ dies at 91

‘His laughter will echo in heaven,’ said his daughter Ta Ronce Allen

Raymond G. Allen, who was best known for his role on the popular 1970 sitcom “Sanford and Son,” has passed away. He was 91 years old.

His daughter announced his passing on Monday on her Facebook account.

“Just wanted to let the Allen Family and friends know that Dad received his wings two hours ago. His warmth, kind heart and sharp [sic] sayings will be missed. His laughter will echo in heaven. Rest in peace in heaven Raymond Allen. The last of 12 brothers and sisters,” Ta Ronce Allen wrote.

Allen is best known for playing Uncle Woodrow “Woody” Anderson in the Norman Lear-directed television show that ran from 1974-1977. The film follows cranky patriarch Fred Sanford, played by Redd Foxx, who runs a junkyard in California.

Allen starred in several hit TV shows in the ’70s, including playing Ned the Wino on “Good Times.”

According to the actor’s IMDB page, he also appeared in episodes of “Starsky and Hutch”, “The Love Boat” and “The Jeffersons”.

Allen’s daughter did not reveal the cause of his death, but TMZ reports that the beloved actor was placed in a long-term care facility in California. The family told the newspaper that Allen died of respiratory problems. Relatives noted that his death was not related to COVID-19, the agency said.

He is said to be survived by Ta Ronce and another daughter, Brenda Allen. He was predeceased by a son, Raymond Gilmore Allen Jr.