Kent B. Smith, 60, of Loogootee passed away on Sunday January 13, 2019 at his residence.
He was born on June 25, 1958 in Daviess County to Bert and Lela (Divine) Smith.
Kent was an Independent, Self – employed, lifetime truck driver. He was a member of the Catholic Faith, and a graduate of Loogootee High School.
He is preceded in death by his parents; Bert and Lela (Divine) Smith, and brother- in – laws; Tom Hill, and Elmer Spears.
Kent is survived by his children; Tyler (Shelby) Smith of Pensacola, FL, Kyle Smith of Washington, IN, Justin Smith of Loogootee, one grandchild Jaxon Smith, his siblings; Donna Hill, Marlene (Dan Brown) Spears, Karen (Mike) Hopkins, Sheila (Danny) Denson, Tammy (Luke Carrico) Mattingly, Bruce (Kim) Smith, Trudy (Ron) Riley, several nieces, nephews, cousins, many special friends, and “Man’s Best Friend” – his dog Sarge.
A funeral service will be conducted on Thursday, January 17, 2019 at 11:00 A.M at Blake Funeral Home in Loogootee. Family and friends may visit from 9:00 A.M until the time of service at Blake Funeral Home. Burial will follow at South Martin Cemetery.
Condolences may be made online at www.blakefuneralhomes.com