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Jack Kent, 92, of Peru and formerly of Marion, passed away on January 11, 2025 in Allure Nursing of Peru.
Cremation rites have been accorded. The Hurst Funeral Home in La Salle is entrusted with his funeral arrangements.
Mr. Kent was born in Marion on December 22, 1932 to Louie and Geneva Kent. He was an Electrical Engineer for the State Department.
Mr. Kent is survived by one son Steve Kent of La Salle; two grandchildren, Alex and Zach Kent; two great-grandchildren, Charlie and Parker; one sister Vikki Burton of Indiana; one brother Mel (Beth) Kent of South Carolina.
He was preceded in death by his parents and his wife Carol.
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