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Joseph Dent Obituary
Joseph Dent was the ninth born of ten siblings to Jessie and Lizzie (Colbert) Dent in Crawford County, Georgia. In his teen years, he moved to Peach County, Georgia and graduated from Hunt High School in 1949. He moved to Ohio to join his brothers and sisters who had previously migrated to the north, all of them seeking other life opportunities. In 1950, he was drafted into the United States Army where he traveled to Okinawa, Japan and fought in the Korean War. He was a member of the Far East End. He was a faithful member of St. John CME Church, Phoenix Lodge 112 and Al Kaf Temple 109.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Jessie and Lizzie Dent, four brothers and five sisters.
He leaves to mourn his memory his devoted wife, Luciel Dent; daughters, Barbara and Lisa Dent; grandchildren, Danielle and Tristan Dent; two great grandchildren, RaQuela and Alise Dent; and a host of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.
Celebration on Life service will be held on Saturday, May 16, 2015 at 1 p.m. at St. John CME Church, 1233 S. Hawkins Ave., Akron, Ohio 44320. Family will receive friends from 11 until time of service, Pastor Reynard L. Monmouth officiating. The masonic service will be held at 12:30 p.m. Interment at Mt. Peace Cemetery. Procession will form and condolences can be sent to 1103 Wyley Ave., Akron, Ohio 44306.
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Memories and Condolences
for Joseph Dent
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Marilyn Lillie
May 23, 2015
Im Still Here
I'm Still Here
Friend, please don't mourn for me,
I'm still here, though you don't see.
I'm right by your side each night and day,
And within your heart I long to stay.
My body is gone but I'm always near,
I'm everything you feel, see or hear.
My spirit is free, but I'll never depart,
As long as you keep me alive in your heart.
I'll never wander out of your sight.
I'm the brightest star on a summer night.
I'll never be beyond your reach.
I'm the warm moist sand when you're at the beach.
I'm the colorful leaves when fall comes around,
And the pure white snow that blankets the ground.
I'm the beautiful flowers of which you're so fond,
The clear cool water in a quiet pond.
I'm the first bright blossom you'll see in the spring,
The first warm raindrop that April will bring.
I'm the first ray of light when the sun starts to shine,
And you'll see that the face in the moon is mine.
When you start thinking there's no one to love you,
You can talk to me through the Lord above you.
I'll whisper my answer through the leaves on the trees,
And you'll feel my presence in the soft summer breeze.
I'm the hot salty tears that flow when you weep,
And the beautiful dreams that come while you sleep.
I'm the smile you see on a baby's face.
Just look for me, friend, I'm everyplace!
Marilyn l.lillie & Family
May 18, 2015
May God be with you at this time Theo Jeffries
Barbara Tibbs
May 16, 2015
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Toni Curry Hicks and family
May 16, 2015
Our prayers of comfort and love are with you.
May 15, 2015
My condolences to Lucille, Barbara and Lisa and family I am going to miss Uncle Joseph. It seem like my time was very short having a great uncle. I am going to miss him dearly most of all my memories will always live forever. Love you all God Bless.
Catherine Williamson Badgett &Family
James & Margaret Roberts
May 15, 2015
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.
May 15, 2015
Cousins Lisa, Barbara and Lucille my prayers have been with you ladies this entire time. I will see you at the home going service. Cousin Michael Lillie II "Skeet"
Kim, Merle, De'Ontae Murray
May 15, 2015
To Ms. Lucille, Barbara, and Lisa. We are sad to hear of the passing of Mr. Joe. As a child I loved seeing him in the parades with the Al-Kaf. Just remember to be absent from the body is to be present with the Lord
May 15, 2015
Cousin Luciel, Barbara, Lisa, Trent, Daniel and the entire Dent family. I'm sending my condolences with much Love and Peace. This is a short passage to a beautiful beginning. God gives eternal life with abundance of Joy and infinite love. May your days here be at Peace and full of understanding. Cousin Luciel you are the true example of a loving and faithful wife. You both had each other for ..decades. This was a true marriage. "Till death do you part" You kept your promise.....and so will God.
God Bless You
Cousin Sharon Hodoh
lisa wright
May 15, 2015
Family,
My deepest condolences at the loss of Uncle Joe, and the Love of your lives, I'm praying for your hearts and healing. God Bless.
Lisa
Diana Starks
May 15, 2015
Sincere condolences to the family and friends of Joseph Dent. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
William Hicks
May 15, 2015
Our deepest condolences.
Dia Thomas/William Hicks
Wanda Brown and the Brown family
May 15, 2015
To Danielle and family sorry for the loss of your grandfather may God bless and keep each and everyone of you at this mostly difficult time your family will remain in my prayers
Jim Reed
May 15, 2015
As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.
May 14, 2015
Our prayers are with you and your family in this your hour of bereavement.
Myrt Lewis & Family
Diane Willis
May 14, 2015
Bless with love and prayer and comfort. Children of Donald Stembridge
David & Marnetta O'Neil and Family
May 14, 2015
We are praying for your comfort during this time. Our love and support will always be here for you. Please let us know if there's anything we can do.
May 14, 2015
Lisa and the Dent Family,
We're thinking of you in your hour of sorrow and extending heartfelt sympathy.
Reggie Sr., Brenda, Robbie "Peachez", Ranea and Reggie Jr. Connelly
Gene & Dawn (Murray) Rouse & Family
May 14, 2015
To the Dent Family
My condolences and you are in my prayers!
Automotive Services Of Akron
May 14, 2015
So Sorry to hear about your loss, Our Prayers go out to you.
Rhoden Memorial Home
May 14, 2015
Offering our deepest condolences during this difficult time.
Jim Reed
May 8, 2015
May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.
Phyllis Rushin
May 7, 2015
My God bless and keep you at this difficult time. Phyllis Rushin
Otho E, Mills,, III. (aka: Poochie)
May 7, 2015
I am so glad to have known Joe. A great man, friend, and Brother of Phoenix Lodge. Our families were neighbors just across the street from each other for many years. Lot's of good memories. The Mills Family & Yvonne Horton.
Debi Lorton
May 7, 2015
Luciel - So sorry to hear about your husband. I know he had been sick for a while, but I didn't realize he was that bad. Sympathy, thoughts, and prayers to you and your family.
Beverly Hale
May 7, 2015
Aunt Lucille and Family
No one can prepare you for aloss,it comes like a swift wind.Take comfort in knowing that he is in the lords arms. our deepest sympathy and condolences to your family.
Fannie C. Lamb PM #96 and PC #144
May 7, 2015
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Horace & Betty Dent
May 7, 2015
In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always.
Marilyn Lillie
May 7, 2015
To The Family of Joseph Dent
Aunt Luciel and family, words can't express my deepest sympathy. Just know that: The Lord of Almighty Spirits and The Elect One are by your side holding you ever so Near and Dear.
Perhaps they are not stars, but rather openings in heaven where the love of our lost ones pours through and shines down upon us to let us know they are happy.
I Love You,
Marilyn l. Lillie & Family
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