Alfred R. Kent, 83, a lifetime resident of Channahon, passed away peacefully on Monday, February 16, 2026, at Lightways Hospice and Serious Illness Care in Joliet.

Visitation will be held from 12 p.m. to 1 p.m. on Monday, February 23 at Seals-Campbell Funeral Home. Funeral services will follow at 1 p.m. at the funeral home with Pastor Pamela Haug of the First Congregational Church officiating. Burial will be in Riverview Cemetery in Marseilles.

Alfred was born on August 19, 1942, in Arkansas, and he was raised by Claude and May Belle (Brant) Galloway.

He was a member of Laborer's Local #75 and was employed by Quantum until his retirement. Alfred loved NASCAR, and his favorite driver was Jeff Gordan. He enjoyed car shows and watching his westerns.

He is survived by his life partner of over 30 years, Sandy Coggins; his sister, Theresa (Greg) Zelazek; his brother, Jack Galloway; several nieces and nephews; and Sandy's sons, Randy Coggins and Eddie (Wendy) Coggins, and her two grandchildren, Sarah and Johnathan Coggins.

Alfred is preceded in death by his parents; his brother, Doran Kent; and his sister-in-law, Donna Galloway.

In lieu of flowers, please consider a memorial donation to Lightways Hospice in Joliet.

Seals-Campbell Funeral Home

1009 E. Bluff St., Marseilles, IL 61341

815-795-5151 www.sealscampbell.com