Mansfield, Ohio
1936 - 2014 (Age 78)
David L. Brent
MANSFIELD: David Lee "Baby Dave" Brent, Sr., 78, suddenly passed this life on Wednesday, October 1, 2014 at his home.
Mr. Brent was born on Thursday, July 9, 1936 to the late Lemuel and Geneva Thompson Brent in Canton, Mississippi and had lived in Mansfield the past 60 years. David was employed with Humphrey Plumbing Manufacturing retiring in 1978 after 20 years of service. The joyus pleasures of his life were fishing, and gardening. The loves of his life were spending time with his family, friends, and especially his grandchildren and great grandchildren.
David is survived by nine children: David (Ann) Brent, Jr, Amy Brent, Adam T. Brent, Howard L. Otis, Christopher Shepherd, Mansfield, Charlotte Jett, Ann Arbor, Michigan, Shirley (Elison) Pettway, Bellville, Michigan, Clinton (Gloria) Greene, Chicago, Angela Shepherd-McCabe, Tuskegee, Alabama; 32 grandchildren including Lisa and Tikece Brent whom he raised; 41 great grandchildren; three brothers: Charles Brent, Mansfield, and Peter and Ulysess Brent, Jackson, Mississippi; numerous nieces and nephews including a special nephew, James Brent, Jackson.
In addition to his parents David was also preceded in death by his wife: Gladys; two daughters: Ellanesse Leggions, Barbara Brooks; five siblings: Gertrude Hood and Pearl Jefferson, Samuel, Ernest and John Brent.
Funeral services will be held Tuesday, 11:00 AM in the Mt. Calvary Baptist Church with the Rev. James Crosby officiating. Friends may call at the church one hour prior to the funeral service. Interment will be in Mansfield Cemetery.
The family will receive friends at the home of his son, David, 412 W. Sixth St. daily from 5-9 p.m. till the day of service.
Friends may leave online condolences at www.williamsfuneralservices.com
To the Brent Family,
I am saddened to hear that Uncle David has passed on, he will be missed. I will never forget his cheerful smile and outgoing attitude. He was always concerned about family and how everyone was doing. Our thoughts and prays are with you all during your this time of loss.
God Bless
Marcus Hood
October 08, 2014 | MD
Praying for the family during this time of bereavement. Such a pleasure growing up with his children.
Perrise Chapman
October 08, 2014 | Atlanta, GA
My heart dropped when I heard of the passing of Big Dave. I am sending my love, prayers and condolences to the Brent family. David will truly be missed. He was an adopted uncle that had a heart as big as the hats he often wore. Rest in Peace Big Dave. Love you always - Monica & family
Monica Harris
October 07, 2014 | Atlanta, GA
Amy I sorry to hear about Big David I know everyone going miss him. Give everyone my blessing.
Earl Harris
October 07, 2014 | Columbus, OH
I was so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow.
October 07, 2014 | OH
Amy and Charlotte, my condolences to you and your family in the loss of your father. I praying for God to comfort and strengthen each of you during this very sad and difficult time.
Behavior (AKA) Bea Wade
Behavior Bryant
October 06, 2014 | Massillon, OH
Lots of wonderful memories that we will forever cherish! May the peace of god be with the family....
crittenden family
October 06, 2014
Trust in The Lord His strength will guide you, Trust in The Lord ,He's always beside you, Have faith in The Lord ,He'll comfort your sorrows.. And lead you safely. Through all your tomorrow's.... Our prayers are with each and every one of you.. Baby Dave we will surely miss u. Love u family Renia & Terrell Cheathem
Renia Cheathem
October 06, 2014 | Mansfield, OH
To.Brent Family,
Trust in The Lord His strength will guide you,Trust in the Lord,He is always beside you. Have faith in the Lord He'll comfort your sorrows and lead you safely,Through all your tomorrow's.... Our prayers are with each and every one of you May God Bless Love you Family Renia
Renia Cheathem
October 06, 2014 | Mansfield, OH