Kent Bambrough

Kent Bambrough obituary, Ogden, UT

Kent Bambrough

Kent Bambrough Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Leavitt's Mortuary & Aultorest Memorial Park on May 22, 2024.

Publish in a newspaper

Kent E. Bambrough, a lifelong resident of South Weber, passed away peacefully at the age of 89 on May 18th, 2024, surrounded by family.
Kent was born on September 24th, 1934, to Elmer (Shorty) and Bessie Evans Bambrough. He graduated from Davis High in 1952. He liked to remind the grandkids; it was the only school in Davis County at the time. He was a state champion wrestler and played on the High school baseball team.
He married Cheryl Jones in 1955. They had four children, Steven (Jodi) Bambrough, Keven (Jean) Bambrough, Jon Bambrough and Cheri Bambrough.
Kent worked as a machinist at Marquardt and Hill Air Force Base. He retired from Hill in 1991and spent the next several years fishing every weekday with his cousin Dee.
Kent was an avid sports fan, he loved the Denver Broncos, the Utah Jazz, Horse racing and the Boston Red Sox. He enjoyed his association with Bucks and Bulls Outfitters. His time spent on the mountain was his happiest.
Kent is survived by his wife Cheryl, brother Roger, children, Steven, Keven, Jon and Cheri, grandchildren, Keven (Reyna) Casey (Michelle), Ashlee (Will) Kylee (Mike) Samantha (Kyle) Mikenzee (Ethan) and Kameron Great Grandchildren Kayden, Kamryn, Aiden, Audrey, Oakley, Casyn, Emmett, Bostyn, Jacoby, Mykah, Beckett, Bailor, Aiden and Lucas.
He was proceeded in death by his parents, his brother Kelly, and his great grandson Niko.
Kent said he had 88 great years but 89 was not so fun.
Friends and Family may visit Tuesday May 28th at Leavitt's Mortuary 836 36th Street Ogden, Utah from 6-8pm and on Wednesday at 9am a short service will follow at 10am.
To send flowers to the family or plant a tree in memory of Kent, please visit our floral store.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

How to support Kent's loved ones
Honor a beloved veteran with a special tribute of ‘Taps’ at the National WWI Memorial in Washington, D.C.

The nightly ceremony in Washington, D.C. will be dedicated in honor of your loved one on the day of your choosing.

Read more
Attending a Funeral: What to Know

You have funeral questions, we have answers.

Read more
Should I Send Sympathy Flowers?

What kind of arrangement is appropriate, where should you send it, and when should you send an alternative?

Read more
What Should I Write in a Sympathy Card?

We'll help you find the right words to comfort your family member or loved one during this difficult time.

Read more
Resources to help you cope with loss
Estate Settlement Guide

If you’re in charge of handling the affairs for a recently deceased loved one, this guide offers a helpful checklist.

Read more
How to Write an Obituary

Need help writing an obituary? Here's a step-by-step guide...

Read more
Obituaries, grief & privacy: Legacy’s news editor on NPR podcast

Legacy's Linnea Crowther discusses how families talk about causes of death in the obituaries they write.

Read more
The Five Stages of Grief

They're not a map to follow, but simply a description of what people commonly feel.

Read more
Ways to honor Kent Bambrough's life and legacy
Obituary Examples

You may find these well-written obituary examples helpful as you write about your own family.

Read more
How to Write an Obituary

Need help writing an obituary? Here's a step-by-step guide...

Read more
Obituary Templates – Customizable Examples and Samples

These free blank templates make writing an obituary faster and easier.

Read more
How Do I Write a Eulogy?

Some basic help and starters when you have to write a tribute to someone you love.

Read more

Sign Kent Bambrough's Guest Book

Not sure what to say?