Belville’s longtime Mayor Michael Allen died Tuesday night, according to a statement the town issued Wednesday. He was 76.
“We are heartbroken by this loss, but we are so grateful for the time that we had with him,” Belville’s acting Mayor Charles Bost said in a statement. “He loved this town and dedicated his life to serving its residents.”
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Allen served seven mayoral terms and more than 15 years for the Brunswick County town that borders the Brunswick River. The town statement notes that Allen “was instrumental in fighting for the revitalization of our downtown as well as setting the vision for its future growth and development.”
Brunswick County Commissioner Chair Mike Forte issued a statement Wednesday saying, in part, that he and his fellow county commissioners “have lost a true friend, and we will miss him dearly.”
“Mayor Allen was not just a fellow public servant – he was a great friend and confidant to me for several years, even before he was elected Mayor of Belville,” Forte said. “Mayor Allen had a true heart for public service, and we are grateful for his loyal service to the Town of Belville and Brunswick County for more than 15 years.”
Forte and other commissioners served with Allen on other boards and initiatives over the years.
“We are very lucky to have had such a wonderful person serve our community with such leadership and dedication every day,” he stated.
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Funeral arrangements are pending.
