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1924
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2014
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Alice TRENT Obituary
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TRENT, Alice May Age 90 of Springfield passed away peacefully at her home on Tuesday, December 9, 2014. She was born on May 28, 1924 to the late Robert and Lillie (Upton) Mabry in White Lake, Wisconsin. In addition to her parents, Alice is preceded in death by her beloved husband of 54 years, Edward Trent; her daughter, Lana Freeze; a brother, Edward Mabry as well as her sister, Myrtle Conn. She leaves behind to cherish her memory a daughter, Lora May; grandchildren: Dr. Joy (Scott) Welcker, Karie (Remo) Picciano, Jenny (Kelly) Freeze-Sells and special grandson Kim Rice; 6 great-grandchildren and special niece, Betty Holmes. Alice was a Rosie the Riveter during the war, where she met and married the love of her life, Edward. Together they opened the first group home for autistic boys in 1979; and traveled to 17 national conventions for autism awareness. She and Edward dedicated their lives to raising their autistic grandson Kim who was truly and deeply loved. Dustin Hoffman even reached out to Alice in a letter to seek her knowledge when doing the film Rain Man. She was genuinely devoted to her faith as well, being a member of Clifton Ave. Church of God, where she taught Sunday School for 16 years. Alice also enjoyed working in her yard, making it beautiful with flowers and bushes and listening to the birds. A visitation will be held on Sunday, December 14, 2014 from 2:00-5:00 p.m. at JACKSON LYTLE & LEWIS LIFE CELEBRATION CENTER, Springfield with funeral services on Monday, December 15 beginning at 10:00 a.m. with Pastor Keith Sarver officiating. Burial to follow at Ferncliff Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be forwarded to the National Autism Association in Alice's honor. Condolences are forwarded to the family by visiting www.jacksonlytle.com
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December 14, 2014
To Alice's family I am so sorry about your loss. Alice was a wonderful lady she will be missed.
DeEbra Capper
December 13, 2014
Lora, Our deepest sympathy. Your mother was a special lady. We had many great times together.
Love. Don & Ruby Mabry
Kim Pendleton
December 13, 2014
Lora, I am so sorry to learn of your mother's passing. May God comfort and keep you through this difficult time. You are in my prayers. Take care.
Karen Garlock
December 12, 2014
Alice was like a second mother to me. She was one of the strongest women I have ever known. She had a warm, cute laugh. Loved the color pink. I will always love her and will forever cherish her memory.
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