Paul Kent, 75, of Belleville, IL, born Saturday, April 27, 1946, passed away Saturday, October 9, 2021 at his home.
Paul was the owner and operator of P.K. Tobacco Wholesale and Solid Gold Liquor Store. He knew the value of hard work and was deeply devoted to his family.
He was preceded in death by his:
- Parents, Edward and Jennie, nee Sieron, Kmiecik
Surviving are his:
- Loving Wife, Judy, nee Bracken, Kent of Belleville, IL
- Children:
- Brian (Rachel Smith) Kent of Fairview Heights, IL
- Aaron (Heather) Kent of Freeburg, IL
- Chad (Tracie Kent) Kent of Smithton, IL
- Jessica (Chris) Baylor of Belleville, IL
- Grandchildren:
- Logan Smith
- Alexis Stanfield
- Kennedi Kent
- Madelyn Blas
- Calliope Baylor
- Ryder Kent
- Sisters:
- Wanda Cailliau of Westlake Village, CA
- Darlene Schaefer of Belleville, IL
- many dear Nieces, Nephews, and Cousins
Visitation: Visitation from 9:00 am – 11:00 am on Friday, October 15th, 2021 at St. Henry’s Catholic Church in Belleville, IL.
Funeral: Funeral Mass will be held at 11:00 am on Friday, October 15th, 2021 at St. Henry’s Catholic Church, with Father Ken York officiating. Interment will follow at St. Adalbert Cemetery, Fairview Heights, IL.
6 Comments To "Paul Kent"
#1 Comment By Terry Glave On October 11, 2021 @ 2:09 pm
We are very sorry for your loss Judy and family. I know you will miss him very much. We will keep you all in our prayers. May God Bless and Comfort You.
#2 Comment By Chad Rhutasel Family On October 12, 2021 @ 7:48 am
Our thoughts and prayers go out to all of you. Paul was 1 of a kind and will be missed by all.
#3 Comment By Wildfire On October 12, 2021 @ 10:25 pm
The Kent family,
Sorry to hear about Paul, I know I haven’t see him in a number of years, but I still remember all the fun we use to have at Lone Star.
#4 Comment By Loretta and Jeff Stahl On October 14, 2021 @ 4:47 pm
We are very sorry for your loss. We loved Paul and he will always have a special place in our hearts. We are thinking about all of the family and pray God eases your pain during these difficult times.
#5 Comment By Stan Sirtak On October 14, 2021 @ 7:40 pm
Enjoyed many great conversations with Paul and Judy, they raised a very awesome family! Will miss those great times until we meet again. God bless the Kent Family.
#6 Comment By Barb Hohlt On October 15, 2021 @ 12:36 pm
Jess and Chris and family
My deepest sympathy on the passing of your Dad
Take care of yourself and Mom
God bless
Barb Hohlt