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Kevin Jager
June 25, 2025
Kent - I think of you often and remember so many great memories of my youth that we shared together with our circle of high school friends. I wish you were still here to reminisce with. Missing you
July 15, 2014
So sorry to hear about Kent. I was at the MIT reactor with him. A great athlete, my favorite guy there and the most handsome. My heart is heavy. Love and prayers to Heather, Galen and Erica.
Beth Rice
Jean Cloutier
July 7, 2014
Heather, I am so sorry to hear about Kent. I will pray and ask God to give you the strength and courage to move forward. I know what a wonderful mom you are and that you will be able to help your children through this difficult time.
Sandy Docking
July 7, 2014
Pat and the Riley family,
I can only imagine the heartbreak of losing a son would be. In as much my
heart is broken for you. I did not know Kent but as I read the guest book
it is very apparent that he was a gift
to each family member, students in study and those he worked with.
Surely he knew he was loved. I hope that brings comfort to you Pat and your
family.
Sandy Docking Lansing Mi.
July 7, 2014
My sincere condolences to the Riley Family. Kent was a great guy and will be missed by all. Thinking of our trip to Maine (getting both cars very stuck) will always make me smile.
Scott MacKenzie
July 7, 2014
Heather, Galen and Erica,
I'm so sorry for your loss - Kent was made of "the right stuff." He was one of the most considerate, thoughtful and witty individuals I have ever met. We we are going to miss him greatly around the rinks.
Phil Cormier
July 7, 2014
Pawel
July 7, 2014
Hi Heather,
Words cannot describe how much you have lost. But Kent lives in the hearts and memories, yours and your children. And he wants you to be strong.
David Smith
July 7, 2014
My deepest sympathies to the Riley family,Kent was a close friend when we where growing up, the times spent in the backyard playing baseball or hide in seek with all the other kids on the block,are ones we all will remember.
Linda Bourassa
July 6, 2014
Heather, I am very sorry for your loss, my prayers are to ask god to give you and your children the strength and love at this difficult time. Keeping you and your family in my thoughts.
Kay Allen
July 6, 2014
Dear Pat,
I was saddened to hear that Kent had passed. I will always remember him as a quiet and avid reader when I was his Librarian at Averill. What a remarkable life he had. In Christ, Kay Allen
July 6, 2014
My deepest sympathy to the Riley Family I feel your loss. I knew him since birth, now he has a rebirth. FLY HIGH KENT Sincerely Jane Steinhauer
Daniel Slaim
July 4, 2014
Dear Heather, Galen, Erica, Pat, Cathy, Karon, Jack, and to all those that knew Kent,
I met Kent in college, where we were randomly matched as roommates. It was such a great fit, that we chose to live together for all 4 years - every moment of whice was positive. I remember his excitement when he first met Heather, and could still feel that same love when he spoke of her to me just a couple months ago. He was so proud of his children and the potential they have created for themselves. He was an inspirational man in all disciplines of life, to all whose lives he touched. I miss him.
Sarah and Jason Killips
July 4, 2014
Dear Heather,
We are so so sad to hear this news. Your family (all of it) is in our prayers.
Paulina Multhaupt
July 3, 2014
Dear Heather, Galen, and Erica,
You are all in my thoughts... actually have been for quite some time. I am just so sorry that this happened. I absolutely thought the world of Kent. He will be missed.
Sending strength your way,
Paulina
Lorrieann Russell
July 3, 2014
Dear Heather, I'm so sorry to hear of your loss. My thoughts and prayers will be with you and your children. Peace to you.
Jim and Jean Richendollar
July 3, 2014
So very sorry for your loss.
Matip Mpom
July 2, 2014
Dear Heather - I am very sorry for your loss. My condolences to you. I pray that the Lord God will help and support your family.
Ana Turner
July 2, 2014
"So sorry for your loss Heather. My deep felt condolences to..."
Subha Raman
July 2, 2014
So sorry for your loss Heather. My deep felt condolences to you and your family !!
July 2, 2014
Heather and Family,
I am so sorry to hear of your loss. My deepest sympathies are with all of you during this difficult time.
Rich Desmarais
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Jane Cremean
July 2, 2014
Pat, My friend for years, As a mother I feel your great sorrow. Kent made you so proud your love and memories will be with you forever. May god bless you and your family in this time of great sorrow.
Love, Jane Cremean
July 2, 2014
Dear Heather, My constant thoughts are with you. I am sending you and your family lots of strength and prayers. I am so sorry this happened and you are going through this painful time. You give nothing but love to others. I love you- Michelle Terninko
July 2, 2014
Dear Heather - I am so very sorry for your loss. My condolences to you, your children, and the rest of your family. Your former Royal Mom's teammate, Lisa Rookard.
Valbona LaChapelle
July 2, 2014
Heather, I am so so sorry for your loss. May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
July 2, 2014
I have never met Kent, but knew him thru his mother Pat who I have worked with for many years. Deepest sympathy to Pat and her family, Love, Linda White
Brad Conlin
July 1, 2014
Kent was role model to me in the Lexington Bedford hockey program. I appreciated his low-key approach to coaching and dedication. He took on so many roles for the organization, the really tough ones: registrar, clinic coordinator, girls coordinator. I admired his decency, approach-ability, intelligence, compassion, and sense of humor, all of which came out in working with him. It has been a privilege to have known him.
Condolences to Heather, Galen, and Erica.
Mary Martin
July 1, 2014
Kent Riley I am proud to call you cousin, you have left the world a wonderful legacy. You will be missed. Our prayers are with the family now and in the days to come.
Jeff Studenka
July 1, 2014
My deepest sympathies to the Riley family. Kent and my brother Chris were great friends growing up and I always marveled at not just how smart he was, but how he carried himself with such a high level of sincerity and maturity. RIP Kent, you made a lasting impression on those around you that will never be forgotten.
Kevin Jager
July 1, 2014
Kent was a close friend of mine during high school. I knew he was destined for great success in his life from the day I met him. He marveled all of his friends by his deep knowledge of extremely complex subjects in nuclear energy and physics, all while sitting around a campfire sharing a good German beer. We lost a great friend and amazing scientist. My prayers are with your family
Kent working with another resident at MGH
Peter Biggs
July 1, 2014
Kent was a resident in our medical physics program, of which I was director when he entered the program. He had just the right personality to be a medical physicist - understanding and empathy for other people with a quiet personality that allowed him to interact well with everyone at the hospital. We have missed his gentle presence for many months and are devastated by this news. He will long be remembered.
Cerise Jalelian
July 1, 2014
Heather and children: Please accept our sincere and heartfelt condolences. The Jalelian-Keim family, Bill, Cerise and Nicholas
David Eastridge
July 1, 2014
Truly one of the nicest guys I have met. Always enjoyed his grounded, calm perspective during the chaos of the hockey season. I will miss his presence 'round the rink.
Marc Stuzynski
July 1, 2014
Kent-
A true friend that will be sorely missed. We had many laughs together that I will always remember. You made me want to be a better person. Rest in peace, my friend.
Marc Stuzynski
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