In Memory

Barbara Puckett (Kent)

Barbara (Puckett) Kent

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

  7-9-1944 to 12-15-2011

 

BARBARA 'BARBIE' KENT, 67 ROCKFORD - passed peacefully Thursday, Dec. 15, 2011, at home, surrounded by her loving family. Born July. 9, 1944, in Rockford to V. Eugene and A. Lucille Puckett. Graduate of Auburn High School. Member of Calvary Christian Church. Married her soul mate, Elmer "Bill" Kent Jr. on Apr. 19, 2008, in Las Vegas. She was a loving wife, wonderful kind mother, and good friend to many. She enjoyed making others happy, a good joke, playing games, traveling and shopping! She wanted to thank everyone for many prayers, kind words, and thoughts during her illness. She cherished time with loved ones. Her zest for life, positive outlook, infectious smile and laugh will be truly missed. She is with Jesus watching over us. Survived by husband; children, Mary (Dean) Stoner, Patty Misuraca, Tamera Jackson, Larry (Donna) Smith, Debbie Gates and William "Billy" Smith; stepchildren, Emily, Melissa and David (Amanda) Kent; 21 grandchildren; two great-grandchildren; brothers, Jack (Trina) and Richard (Traci). Predeceased by her parents; brothers, Donald, James, David and Mike; and grandson, Steven Smith. Service at 10:30 a.m. Tuesday, Dec. 20, at Honquest Family Funeral Home with Crematory, Rockford Chapel, 4311 N. Mulford Road. Visitation from 6 to 9 p.m. Monday, Dec.. 19, in the funeral home. Burial in Willwood Burial Park. Express condolences and share memories at honquestfh.com.

Published in Rockford Register Star from December 18 to December 19, 2011