Name: Memorial Gathering for Kent MASSIE
Start: 2017-06-19T18:00:00.000Z
End: 2017-06-19T22:00:00.000Z
Location: Tecumseh High School Auditorium

MASSIE, Kent Age 48, lifelong resident of Springfield, passed away Tuesday, June 13, 2017. He was born March 4, 1969, the son of Gary B. and Margie C. (Dalton) Massie, both deceased. Kent is survived by his wife, Mary R. Carr Massie; 2 sons whom he adored, Dalton and Louis; aunts: Linda Charlene (Bob) Auckerman and Phyllis (Glenn) Pennington; his best friend, whom he considered his brother: Rick Meeks; as well as many cousins and even more friends. He graduated from Springfield Shawnee High School, Class of 1987. He received his Bachelors in Education from Capital University in 1992. While at Capital, he played Varsity Football all four years proudly wearing the #80. He served as Vice-President of the Kappa Sigma Upsilon Fraternity and was on Capital University's 1991 Homecoming Court. ?Kent obtained his Master's Degree in Education Administration at the University of Dayton. Kent began teaching as an Intervention Specialist at Tecumseh High School in 1992, and was currently the Special Education Department Chair. ?He taught Social Studies and ran the "Work-Study Program." ?As an educator, Kent was able to encourage students to believe in themselves and through hard work reach their full potential. During his career at Tecumseh, Kent coached football for over 20 years, winning numerous awards. He was very proud of his team's accomplishments and formed lasting relationships with his players. He also coached many sports, including baseball, track & field, weight lifting, and speed training. More recently, Kent was excited to be coaching youth sports for his son's teams, and was undefeated as a flag football coach. Kent was a member of the Miami Valley Coaches Association and various teaching associations. He supported the National Football Foundation and attended St. Bernard Catholic Church. Together with his late father, Kent owned B&G Homebuyers, a real estate investment business. Kent was a gentle soul, with a giant personality, extremely outgoing and never met a stranger. Although laid back by nature, Kent was particularly passionate and extremely loyal to the Tecumseh Arrows, Clearwater Florida and most importantly, his sons. A Celebration of Kent's life will be held Monday at 6 PM in the Tecumseh High School Auditorium, 9830 W. National Rd., New Carlisle, OH 45344. Gathering for friends and family will be from 2 PM until 6 PM in the Auditorium. Graveside services will be held privately at Ferncliff Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the Kent Massie Arrow Scholarship Fund, c/o TEF, PO Box 305, New Carlisle, OH 45344. Online condolences may be made to www.mccolaughfuneralhome.com. Services in care of McColaugh Funeral Home, Inc., Xenia. OH.

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Published by Dayton Daily News on Jun. 16, 2017.

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Carla Pilkenton steineman

June 19, 2017

Kent you were always such a great person with such a big heart. I always remember that you always smiled and was such a wonder person. And through marriage my cousin. You will always be remembered and never forgotten. My deepest sympathy's to your wife and children and all the family. God has choosen another beautiful angel when he picked you! R.I.P kent. Love and prayers to your family.

Jack Poore

June 19, 2017

I worked with Kent for several years at Tecumseh when I was the high school principal. I was always amazed at how he could reach the students that many others had given up on even, at times , when the student had given up on himself/herself. He always had a great smile, worked hard, loved Tecumseh students, and was an all around good guy. I always knew I could count on Kent to help no matter what the circumstances were.

Rhonda DeLong

June 16, 2017

It still doesn't seem real to me that Kent has passed. I will always remember that laugh he had, that came from his whole heart. He recently sent my husband a very sweet card to give his support while he is recovering from Stage 4 Renal Cell Carcinoma. I will keep that card forever, as Kent will always be in my heart. RIP my cousin.

Mandy Craig

June 16, 2017

My son played football under Coach Massie all 4 years he attended Tecumseh High School - he was extremely dedicated and passionate and will be missed.

Coach Brucker

June 16, 2017

I knew Kent from my coaching days in CBC. He was a great coach, kind person and caring. He made the CBC a better conference and made a positive difference for many athletes/coaches. RIP my friend......

Jim Judge

June 16, 2017

Kent was a kind, caring and compassionate individual who could always be counted on to give 100% plus when it came to working with young people in the classroom and on the football field. My contact with him came through his willingness to work with young people training to be Intervention Specialists. He always was willing to work with college students preparing to be future teachers whether it be those spending time in his classroom to observe or who were completing their student teaching experience. He always took the time to share their progress with me whether I caught up with him in school or after school in the weight room. His dedication to the betterment of young people will be missed by many.

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