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Kent Burningham Obituary
1954-2018
Salt Lake City, UT-Kent Rulon Burningham, loving husband, father, grandfather, and friend, passed away April 21st, 2018. He came into this world March 25th, 1954. He received his Bachelors degree from the University of Utah. After graduating he went on to become a real estate developer. Kent was always the life of the party. His humor was contagious and he always made everyone feel special. His proudest accomplishments were his 3 amazing children and his grandchildren. He was loved by all. His sweetness and kind heart will be truly missed by all who knew him. His memory lives on through his wife, Lisa; son, Brandon (Cheryl); grandchildren, Drayson and London; son, Easton; daughter, Lauren (Randall Emmett), and the many family and friends who knew him. A celebration of his life will be held from 4 to 7 PM, on Wednesday, May 2nd at Porcupine Pub & Grille. 3698 Fort Union Blvd. Cottonwood Heights, UT 84121
In lieu of flowers, please make a donation to the Humane Society of Utah.
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Memories and Condolences
for Kent Burningham
Angela Krista Kandes
December 10, 2018
Lauren,
I am so sorry for the loss of your father. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.
Michael &Alesha Lane
May 3, 2018
Our hearts *prayers are with you all
Brittany Poole
April 30, 2018
Thoughts and prayers to you all! Kent you will be missed by many, you were such an amazing father, husband and friend! Fly high my friend i hope your dancing with the angels! Love you Lisa, Lauren, Easton and Brandon.
April 30, 2018
Lisa,
You and your family have been in my thoughts and prayers constantly since I heard about Kent. I'm so sorry, and am sending you hugs and kisses. Please let me know if there's anything I can do for you. Love you!
Cynthia
Kent was the life of the party, and so glad we have such fun memories of him, and with his beautiful wife Lisa !! Kent was the best !!
Marina Collins
April 30, 2018
Love our friendship for ever , and Kent was the best friend to all who he came in contact with !! WE loved him so much !!
Marina Collins
April 30, 2018
April 30, 2018
Extending condolences to the family. May God become a source of comfort and strength during this difficult time.
Latrice
April 30, 2018
Please accept my condolences. May you find comfort and peace in your memories of your loved one. May the God of peace comfort you. Isaiah 61:1,2
Ray Sherer
April 29, 2018
Lisa,
Carol and I were so very sorry to hear of Kent's passing. He truly was larger than life and we can't imagine how much he will be missed. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Love,
Ray and Carol
April 27, 2018
I am very sorry for the loss of your dear loved one. May Ecclesiastes 9:5, 10 bring you and your family some comfort.
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