Myrna Kay Kent

Myrna Kay Kent obituary, Elmhurst, IL

Myrna Kay Kent

Myrna Kent Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Pedersen Ryberg Funeral Home on Mar. 4, 2025.

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Myrna K. Kent (nee Harris), age 85, passed away Saturday, March 1st, 2025. Myrna was born in Burlington, Iowa, and lived there for eighteen years. Myrna was the devoted daughter of the late Gerald R. and the late Alice E. (nee Schlagel) Harris. Dearest sister of Robert (Betty) and the late Gerald "Jerry" Harris. Dear aunt of Michael and Barbara. Great aunt of Jacob Graham. She was the devoted companion of the late Bernard J. Callahan. Former wife of the late John P. Kent. Myrna was a special friend of the Callahan family and a dear friend to many. Myrna was a resident of the Elmhurst area since 1957. She retired after thirty two years with Paine Webber which later became UBS. In lieu of flowers memorials to the American Cancer Society or the American Heart Association appreciated. Inurnment in Aspen Grove Cemetery in Burlington, Iowa, will take place at a later date.

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September 24, 2025

Sue Bukowski posted to the memorial.

March 28, 2025

Ann Kent posted to the memorial.

March 6, 2025

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Sue Bukowski

September 24, 2025

My dear, friend Myrna,
I was so sad to hear of your passing. You were such a happy, full of life person. I lost my other friend Rosemary Richard a few months ago......you both came from Burlington Iowa. Myrna, one of your trade marks was your wonderful, infectious laugh.....I can still hear you. Our fun times at Mr. G´s. May you rest in peace, dear friend. Love, Sue

Ann Kent

March 28, 2025

To all of Aunt Myrna's family - by blood, marriage and choice - I know that all of our hearts were heavy when we learned that Myrna had passed. Myrna has always been important to the Kent Family. Uncle John may have introduced us (thank goodness!), she remained very present in all of our lives. She was/is ALWAYS Aunt Myrna to my sister Kathy and me. Always. It's been a couple of years since I have seen her - we were in Burlington together. And I still love to remember her laugh. My goodness that laugh! Sending condolences to all. And deep appreciation that she was a part of the Kent Families life. Lucky us!

American Heart Association

March 6, 2025

May your memories of the wonderful times you shared with your loved one comfort you and your family, today and always.

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September 24, 2025

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