Jerry Kent, 86, of Waco, passed away Wednesday, June 5, 2024.
Funeral Services: 11am Monday, June 10 at Lake Shore Funeral Home Chapel with Dr. John W. Collier officiating.
The family will receive friends one hour prior to the chapel service at 10am.
Graveside Committal Service: 2:30pm at Resthaven Memorial Park in Corsicana.
Gerald Leslie Kent was born August 17, 1937 in Corsicana. His mother, Marie Catherine (Eaton) married AB Kent, who adopted Jerry. Jerry eloped with the love of his life, Barbara Sue Gober and they were united in marriage on May 25, 1958 in Oklahoma. In 1959, they moved from Corsicana to Waco to start working at Short and Snappy Grocery. They purchased the business in 1961 and operated it until early 1970’s. In 1972, he established his own company K&T Company with his best friend, Mike Thomas. Later that decade, they started putting in gas stations and continued this venture until Jerry was 80 years old. In the late 1980’s, he found a new passion in four-wheelers and shared that with his granddaughter, Haley. They ended up racing four-wheelers in sand dunes from Oklahoma to California.
Throughout Jerry’s life in Waco, he and Barbara focused on the community by welcoming many into their home, helping young people start a new trade, and more. They truly loved giving back and their impact has been felt throughout the community.
Jerry was preceded in death by his parents; and uncle and aunt, Raymond and Margaret Myrick.
Survivors include his wife of 66 years, Barbara Kent; children, Kim Hale (Danny), Boyd Kent (Krisann); grandchildren, Haley Grosse (Mark), Chelsea Kent (David), and Taylor Sona (Kuzuki); and four great grandchildren.
Place of Service: Lake Shore Funeral Home Chapel , 5201 Steinbeck Bend; Waco, TX 76708
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We will miss Mr Jerry very much! No matter the issue he always came by too Griffs every Friday just too check on us and get his Friday night fix of fish. He is a wonderful man and will be very missed by many. We love you Barbara! We are here for anything you and your family may need.
He always had stories and we could sit for ever listening too them. He made our Fridays better EVERY Friday! He is definitely going too be missed.
Barbara, I’m so sorry for your loss. You and Jerry are wonderful people that I’ve been blessed to know. Thinking of you and your family. Prayers Donna Mick
I met Jerry on the sand dunes in Oklahoma. Such a sweet good person who definitely loved Haley. He will be missed even though he’s having a blast on the dunes in Heaven.
To my Dear Friend Barbara,
What a beautiful and successful life you and Jerry built! Despite your busy family life you always found time to give back to others and to your community. You are indeed appreciated and much loved. Will never forget your visit when I lost my great husband. You are in my thoughts and prayers. God Bless.
Barbara, we were so very sorry to hear about the passing of Jerry. We send our love, thoughts and prayers to you and your family.
So very sorry to hear this about Jerry. I am going to miss him coming and visiting Ludwig Saw And Tool. He was a very good man and will truly be missed.
Barbara,
So very sorry to learn of Jerry’s passing away. Will keep you and your family in my thoughts and prayers for comfort and peace. Blessings !!!
Barbara I am so sorry about Jerry, What a testimony to love 66 years, God bless you and I hope to see you tomorrow,
We are deeply sorry to hear of Jerry’s passing. We always thought alot of Jerry. He would always stop & talk to us on his way back from the store or where ever he was coming from. Travis always had a deep respect for Jerry. We will miss him. Our prayers are with you today & may God give you comfort today & the days ahead.
Miss Barbara,
I am so sorry to hear about your husband. You are such a sweet, thoughtful lady. I pray you feel God’s love and comfort during this difficult time. I miss getting to see you at the clinic, but we will try to catch up soon.