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Richard L. Kent,

12/07/1929 - 06/22/2014

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Obituary For Richard L. Kent,

Richard L. Kent, Sr., 84 of Rockland died on June 22, 2014 at the Webster Park Nursing and Rehabilitation Center in Rockland. He was born in Boston, son of the late Sidney and Mildred (Bean) Kent and was raised and educated in Dorchester and North Quincy. He was a graduate of North Quincy High School.

Mr. Kent enlisted in the U.S. Navy during the Korean War and served on the aircraft carrier U.S.S. Midway. He was a Master Carpenter, as was his father, and he worked for the R.M. Martin and Son and Menton construction companies. Richard enjoyed boating, bowling and spending time with his grandchildren. He was a fan of Country Music, all Boston sports teams and he loved his dogs, Louie and Lucy.

He was the husband of the late Jean (O'Keefe) Kent who died on March 28, 2014 and is survived by his children Richard L. Kent, Jr. of Rockland, Gary S. Kent of Maysville, NC and Leslie J. Talkowski of Rockland. He was the brother of Barbara Millar of Rockland and Judy Donahue of Hingham. He is also survived by 8 grandchildren and 7 great grandchildren and several nieces and nephews.

The family welcomes friends and loved ones to celebrate his life on Wednesday, June 25, 2014 in the Magoun-Biggins Funeral Home, 135 Union Street, Rockland from 5-8pm. A Funeral Service will be held on Thursday, June 26, 2014 at 11am in the funeral home. Burial will follow in Holy Family Cemetery.

Services

25 Jun

Visitation

17:00 PM - 20:00 PM

Magoun-Biggins Funeral Home 135 Union Street Rockland, MA 02370 Get Directions »
26 Jun

Funeral Service

11:00 AM

Magoun-Biggins Funeral Home 135 Union Street Rockland, MA 02370 Get Directions »
26 Jun

Interment

12:15 PM

Holy Family Cemetery 92 Centre Ave Rockland, MA Get Directions »
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  • 05/25/2021

    Grace (Urbaitis) Trinkl

    Leslie, I am so sorry to learn of both your parents' passings this year. How very sad for all if you. My prayers are with you and your family.

  • 05/25/2021

    Diane

    Dick, thank you for all the years that you were there for all of us. Jean must be in her glory now that you have joined her just in time for her birthday and your anniversary. You both meant the world to me, and nothing could take away the love that you and Jean garnished on everyone. I know that you are at peace now and enjoying those who left us before you. God Bless and Rest In Peace.

  • 05/25/2021

    Bonny Halunen

    Dear Sweet Loving Papa, you raised all of us as your own. It didn't matter if it was direct blood kin or a stray. All were welcomed and loved. There was always a hug and a kiss for everyone. You celebrated every milestone in everyone's life. Every project got your expert guidance on it whether we followed it or not was another story, but we were always forgiven. You made being a grandfather so special to all the grandchildren. The great grandchildren looked forward to visiting with you. You took your time with everybody. You taught us about hard work and making an honest living. Thank you for always being there with that smile and laughter. You helped us laugh at ourselves. We may not be laughing right now but all it will take is a memory of you and a smile is soon to follow. I know you were looking for Nani. I hope you have found her. We all love you both so very much.

  • 05/25/2021

    Sue Krabisch

    I was so heartbroken to hear of the loss of Dick today .....I have so many fond memories of you & Jean that will live on in my heart forever.....Rest in Peace Dick, you are now with your love again

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