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Frederick Brent Obituary
Frederick J. Brent
SPRINGFIELD - Frederick J. "Fred" Brent, 92, of Springfield, passed away Friday February 18, 2011 at his home, Concordia Village in Springfield.
Fred was born in Gelsenkirchen, Germany, November 7, 1918 the son of August and Anna Masonic Bojarzin. He immigrated to the United States with his family in 1923. He married Ruth M. Kendall February 29, 1940 and she preceded him in death April 3, 2003. He was also preceded in death by a daughter, his brother, and two sisters.
Fred was a carpenter by trade, and worked at Egizi Electric retiring in 1985. He was a member of the Carpenters Local # 16. He was a true craftsman. He enjoyed building grandfather clocks for his family members, and road cases for professional lighting. Fred also enjoyed fishing.
He was a longtime member of Trinity Evangelical Lutheran Church in Springfield where he served on many boards and committees including the Board of Directors, and the Board of Property Management.
Surviving are his son, David (wife Mary Lou) Brent of Springfield, his daughter, Sharon (husband Kevin) Steidley of Peoria, IL, four grandchildren; Mark (wife Jonelle) Brent, Susan (husband Rob) Pappas, Tamera (husband Willie) Baker and Rebecca Allison, as well as 12 great grandchildren and several nieces and nephews.
Arrangements are under the direction of Bisch Funeral Home West 2931 S. Koke Mill Rd. where visitation will be Wednesday February 23, 2011 from 4-7 pm and where funeral services will be at 10:00 am Thursday February 24, 2011 with Rev. Dr. Thomas G. Radtke officiating. Burial will follow in Oak Ridge Cemetery.
Those that wish may direct memorial contributions to Trinity Evangelical Lutheran Church Building Fund or Concordia Village.
Please visit the online "Life Remembered Story" at www.bischfuneralhomewest.com where tributes and condolences may be left for the family.
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Memories and Condolences
for Frederick Brent
March 9, 2011
Fred was my Brother In-Law and I always considered him a good friend. My condolences. Rosalie Kendall
Butch & Patty Kendall
February 26, 2011
Dear Sharon and Dave,
We send our deepest sympathy to you and your families in the loss of your Dad. I remember many happy memories from long ago.
Rich & Roberta Meidel
February 24, 2011
Christ said, "He who beleives in me shall never parish, but have life eternal in Heaven".
Dear Dave and Mary Lou,
Roberta and I want to express our deepest sympathy to you in the loss of your father. May all your fond memories and knowing of his deep love in Christ sustain you both during this difficult time.
REVINA& STEVE SMITH
February 24, 2011
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.
Bill Ruschmeyer
February 23, 2011
David, Mary Lou, Sharon and Kevin. I am so sorry for your loss. I had the priviledge of being one of the many that cared for Fred since his move to Assisted Living. He was such a kind and always the gentleman, never failing to say 'thank you' for anything that was done for him. How fortunate all of you are to have had Fred as a father, father-in-law and grandpa. He is now reunited with 'Ruthie' and probably has already started building a Grandfathers clock.
Robert Egizii
February 23, 2011
He was one of the best men I have ever known and a good friend. He will be missed.
ron schwabe
February 23, 2011
many fond memories of mr. brent... a man who did not tell others what to do, but rather demonstrated it every day... fine man who did many-many good things for others... a real role model... fred has made his final journey to heaven, but his memory on earth will be one of eternity, he will be missed never forgotten...
ron schwabe.....
Mary Kinner
February 22, 2011
Your Grandpa always had a smile on his face.He was pleased with his life and his family. He enjoyed being around everyone at the parties. He was always pleasant and he loved his wife. Very sorry
Dennnis Eggemeyer
February 22, 2011
Mr Brent was the quintessential Christian gentleman, he was a man of deep and abiding faith in the Lord. He was kind , polite, respectful and dutiful. He was also very well groomed, well mannered and enjoyed the company of everyone.
I shall not look upon his likes again
Linda Kendall-Hollinshead
February 22, 2011
Uncle Fred may you rest in peace
Linda Kendall-Hollinshead
February 22, 2011
Uncle Fred's full life was blessing others! I can see Aunt Ruth's face light up when she sees him in heaven!! I have many great childhood memories of a special Aunt and Uncle~
Thinking of you Sharon and Dave and your families as you bring this chapter of your lives to a close--
Thank you for sharing the wonderful pictures on line!
Mike and Cathy Leahy
February 22, 2011
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
greg kendall
February 22, 2011
my sincere codolences to you in this difficult time. Uncle Fred was an outstanding human being. i will always remember him.
Sherie Wainscott
February 22, 2011
So sorry for your loss!! Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time!!
Carroll & Betty Kreis
February 22, 2011
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Nancy Kother Dillon
February 22, 2011
Sharon, I was sorry to read about your dad. It sure triggered a lot of memories. It was such a good piture of him just how I remembered him. You and your families are in my thoughts and prayers.
PAUL HAMENDE
February 21, 2011
I dont know if I ever met a more wonderful person than fred.I had the pleasure to work for him for many years at egizii electric and at bob egizii's farm. my sympathy PAUL HAMENDE.
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