Dr. Alan Neville Gent

I miss Alan a great deal - I wish he is around so that I can share my excitement with him, as we firmly move into the subject of chain-level mechanics of solid polymers, ranging from glassy amorphous, semicrystalline to elastomers, on which Alan made numerous contributions. What a regret I have!

Alan worked with my mother, Barbara Ward, in 1945/46 at John Bull Rubber Company in Leicester. They formed a firm friendship that lasted all lives keeping in touch by letter through the years. When Alan was awarded an honorary fellowship at Leicester University in the 1990’s, Alan & Ginger invited Barbara to join them for the awards ceremony. Mum passed away in 2016.

On behalf of my mother, Mrs Barbara Field of Leicester England: belated condolences to Alan's family. Mum had the privilege of working with Alan at John Bull, Leicester in 1945 where they became life-long friends and correspondents. I accidentally discovered news of Alan's death today and am very saddened to have to pass on news to my mum.

I just read about Dr. Gent's death in CEN. I had the honor and privilege of taking his polymer physics course during my PhD studies at the institute. He was the finest teacher I ever had and he had to be to get an organic chemist to understand and enjoy polymer physics. My sympathies to his family.

I have only just heard of Alan Gent's death and am profoundly touched by his passing. A highly respected colleague and friend, he leaves a void which cannot be filled. My sympathy to Alan's family, most particularly to Jean and Ginger.

Dr. Gent was a great mentor, a giant with exceptional humility, and a role model for scientists.

Our family had the pleasure of friendship with Dr. Gent and his family over many decades. We remember many lovely afternoons of our two young and growing families sharing the day and sometimes sailing at Lake Atwood. Dr Gent signed my Masters Thesis as Dean of Graduate Studies & Research years ago.
It is sad to see our loved ones pass but the joy and appreciation of what is created will endure.
Special thanks and condolences to Jean, our lifelong friend and the Gent...