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Marion Dent Obituary
Our beloved husband, father, grandfather and great-grandfather, Marion Mitchell Dent, passed away September 30, 2012 at LDS Hospital as the result of a ruptured aorta.
Born December 21, 1924 in Salt Lake City, Utah, to Mary Smith and Clarence W. Dent. Graduated from South High School. Served in the United States Air Corps as a B24 pilot during World War II. Married Marjorie Reimann June 24, 1946 in the Salt Lake Temple, father of three daughters. Worked at Mountain Fuel Supply for 34 years, and served as Ward Clerk in the Cannon 4th Ward for over 40 years.
Mitch is survived by his wife Marjorie; daughters Diane (Gaylen) Bunker, Salt Lake City; Claudia (Mark) Dixon, Mesa, AZ; JoAnn Larsen, Riverton; 14 grandchildren; 21 great-grandchildren. Preceded in death by parents; sister Virginia Sheffield; brother Clarence S. (Smitty) Dent; grandson, Luke Mitchell Dixon.
Funeral services will be held Thursday, October 4, 2012, 12:00 noon at the Cannon 4th Ward, 1301 S. 12th West. Friends and family may visit Wednesday, October 3, 2012, 6-8 p.m. at McDougal Funeral Home, 4330 South Redwood Road and Thursday at the church, 10:45-11:45 a.m. prior to services. Interment, Elysian Burial Gardens.
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Memories and Condolences
for Marion Dent
Kristen Kloogh
October 5, 2012
Dear Joann, may you know that I am thinking about you and your family during this difficult time. As they say, time will help heal the sorrow. With much love and sympathy!
Rebecca Rowland Hines
October 5, 2012
Dear Marge, Diane, Claudia and JoAnn, I am so sorry for your loss and ours. Mitch was one of my favorites and he lifted my spirits EVERY TIME I saw him. I know how hard it is to loose a parent my dear cousins and I pray for your comfort and peace. Love to you all. Becca Sue Rowland Hines
Terry and Kathy Failner
October 4, 2012
Marge,
I am so grateful for the privilege of knowing and serving with Brother Dent. He was always so precise and conscientious as he kept our ward's finances in order. I appreciated his support and patience as I learned. I admired him for his fine example and humble attitude. Thank you for your friendship and many kindnesses over the years. Your beautiful yard has lifted our spirits. We love you.
Douglas Shingleton
October 4, 2012
It was many years ago; 1972, that we moved from our house at 1027 Cheyenne Street, But Shannon and I loved living in Cannon 4th Ward. It has already been mentioned that your yard at the Dent home had the prettiest flowers around, I especially liked those giant flowers you grew. We really enjoyed the monthly firesides and monthyly parties. It has been a blessing in our lives to have known the Dent family, as well as all the people that lived in Cannon 4th Ward. We will be thinking of you this day.
Shauna Gray Sargent
October 3, 2012
Sister Dent, You don't know me but I am your husband's first cousin once removed. My maiden name was Gray and I am the grand daughter of Harold Alma Dent and I knew Virginia quite well. I just wanted to express my sorrow for you and your family, at this very difficult time. This has helped me in times of trial: "Pray hardest when it's hardest to Pray". My prayers will be with you.
chelsey given
October 3, 2012
I'm so sorry. Remember to laugh in your sorrow. And be grateful you had him as long as you did. What a treasure of memories! Write them down while your all together to get all the perspectives and details you might not otherwise have.
October 2, 2012
Dear Dent Family,
I feel very blessed and fortunate to have known your sweet husband and dad. He and Marge and your girls will always have a special place in my heart. I pray that you will feel comforted at his passing.
Love,
Sue Ann Yospe Ricks
Jo Olsen
October 2, 2012
Dear Marge & Family,
We are so sorry to hear about Mitchell. He always appeared to be in good health. We are out-of-town and are so sorry we cannot be to the funeral. The two of you have always been part of our life, especially as a young child at Mitch's parents home. You were both always so supportive in our times of need and always there. I am so sorry we cannot be there. Please know that you and your family are in our prayers and we will call when we arrive home.
Love,
Tom & Jo Olsen (Ruby & Ben's daughter)
Katie Fuller
October 2, 2012
Oh Gramps, who will fish out the spoon I accidentally dropped in the whipped topping now? You are so loved and missed!
Duane and Becky Bartle
October 2, 2012
Dear Sister Dent and family. We are so sorry to hear about Brother Dent's passing. He was a wonderful and kind and gentle man. Our thoughts and prayers will be with you and your family.
Jann Sorensen-Frank
October 2, 2012
Joann: Sorry to hear of your dads passing. May God bless you. We used to be in the university 24th ward years ago.
LeAnn Hill
October 2, 2012
Dear Marge and JoAnn, I so appreciate the call from JoAnn letting me know that your husband and father had passed away. Your family bring back so many fond memories from my childhood living in Glendale Park. I remember your beautiful yard, always the envy of the neighborhood and how you always took me to Church with your family. I am forever grateful for your service to me. I send my love and heartfelt prayers for your loss to your family at this time.
Love, LeAnn (Brunyer) Hill
Lorraine (Yospe) Starkie
October 2, 2012
Dear Dent Family: I was saddened to learn of Mitch's death. He was always such a sweet and gentle man (who always had the most beautiful yard in the whole neighborhood). Praying Heavenly Father's blessings and comfort will be with your family at this time.
Deanna Bradshaw
October 2, 2012
Marge, just want you to know you are in my thoughts and prayers. I so enjoyed Mitch in our Sunday school class, and he will be missed. Deanna Bradshaw
October 2, 2012
Claudia, My prayers go out to you and your family at the passing of your sweet dad. I hope your memories of him will be a comfort to you all at this time.
Sherrie (Finck) Desmond
October 2, 2012
Diane,
I am sorry for your loss. My heart goes out to you and your family. Hugs. Lynda Tierney
October 2, 2012
Dear JoAnn and Family,
Please accept our sympathy in the passing of your wonderful father...He has been called home.
Love,
Carla, Irene, and Gabi Kupitz
Phoenix Gatrell
October 2, 2012
Dear Grandpa, I know for a fact that you saw and treated me like a granddaughter, even though we are not related by law. I am gonna miss you so much.
October 2, 2012
My dearest daddy.... You are my rock. I will miss you so. My love is with you always. Jo
Ray B
October 2, 2012
Diane, sorry about the passing of your father.
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