Michael Kent Obituary

KENT, MICHAEL Michael Kent, 52, of Southbury Road, Cumberland, RI and formerly of Cheshire, CT lost his brave battle with cancer on Saturday, June 1, 2013 at the Philip Hulitar Inpatient Center, Providence, RI. He passed peacefully, surrounded by his loving family. The beloved husband of Wendy (Noyes) Kent, he was born in Waterbury, CT, the loving son of Frances (Chmura) Kent of Hamden, CT and the late Dr. Leonard Kent. Michael has been the Director of Product Design & Innovation at Staples, Inc. in Framingham, MA for the past nine years. He was also an adjunct Professor at the Massachusetts College of Art where he served on the Advisory Board; as well, he was also a mentor at Massachusetts Institute of Technology and was a guest lecturer at the Rhode Island School of Design. Prior to Staples, Inc., he worked for BIC Pens, Mattel Toys, and Hasbro, Inc., where he designed Tonka trucks. A graduate of the Art Center College of Design in Pasadena, California, he was a gifted artist, receiving over 100 patents and numerous design awards. Besides his wife and mother, he is survived by his beloved children, Victoria Michele Kent, Courtney Jennifer Kent and Harrison Tyler Kent, all at home; his brothers, Jed Gettinger of Hamden, CT, Paul Gettinger and his wife, Margaret of Milford, CT, and Philip Kent of Waterbury, CT; his sister, Dr. Faye Sultan and her husband, Ken Essex of Charlotte, NC; his stepmother, Valerie Kent of Cheshire, CT; his stepbrother, David Ash of Glastonbury, CT; his devoted in-laws, and many nieces, nephews, and cousins. Besides his immediate family, he will be missed by so many colleagues, friends, and his beloved dog, Missy. He will be remembered for his love of coaching Cumberland Youth Flag Football. His Celebration of Life will be held FRIDAY, JUNE 7 at 12 Noon in Four Corners Community Chapel, 200 Angell Road, Cumberland, RI. Relatives and friends are invited and may call at BELLOWS FUNERAL CHAPEL, 160 River Road, Lincoln, RI THURSDAY 4-8 P.M. In keeping with his generous spirit and love for mankind, the family requests in lieu of flowers, contributions in Michael's memory to the Benevolence Fund, c/o Northpointe Christian Church, 622 George Washington Highway, Lincoln, RI 02865, where Michael was an active member, would be appreciated. For Directions and Guest Book, please visit www.bellowsfuneralchapel.com

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Published by The New Haven Register from Jun. 4 to Jun. 5, 2013.

Memories and Condolences
for Michael Kent

8 Entries

Ross Elliott

October 31, 2013

If I may, I would like to say that these genuine and I am sure very much appreciated messages of condolences here on this forum do not even begin to convey the full reach of Mike's life, his friends, and his family...including his extended family. Mike's intelligence, his talent, his humor and his grace above all else are elements of his essence that we can only hope to achieve in our own lifetimes. Take care, Mikey, and see you on the other side.

Roy Whitson

October 17, 2013

I am very sorry to hear of Michael's passing. Our team worked with him at Staples on various projects. I remember him as a driven, creative, and talented leader. My best wishes to his family - God bless.

Donna Canesi

October 7, 2013

I am sorry sorry to hear of Micahel's passing. I met him through Livestrong and we also both work at Staples. I have such great respect for his strength and love of life. He was such a talented man, he had such joy when he talked about his projects here at Staples. Even though he loved his work, I know he knew how important his family was to him - his eyes would light up when he talked about all of you. My deepest sympathies on yoru loss.

Altitude Inc.

September 5, 2013

We offer our deepest condolences. Michael was a nice man and a true talent.

Patrick Twohey

June 17, 2013

I extend my sincere condolences to Mike's family for their loss of a totally outstanding, respectful and creative person who I've had the opportunity to share time with during his Tonka days.

Steve D'Aguanno

June 13, 2013

I am so sorry to have just learned of Michael's passing. We worked together at Hasbro years ago and I will always remember Mike fondly as the kind, talented gentleman he was. My best wishes to his family.

June 7, 2013

To The Kent Family

I am so sorry for your loss, Michael was just in the office a couple of weeks ago for his ct scan. He was always happy and fun when he came in and he asked me to guess the ages of his children, of course the youngest I picked was the oldest. I am so shocked he looked very well when he came in.

My Deepest Sympathy To You All
Michelle-2 Dudley Street

The Staff of Bellows-Falso Funeral Home

June 5, 2013

Offering our deepest condolences at this difficult time.

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