Michael Kelly Kent, 63, of Seneca, formerly of Bland and Barren Springs, VA, passed away peacefully at his home surrounded by family and friends after a battle with cancer on Wednesday, October 2, 2024.

Services will be private.  Seals-Campbell Funeral Home is entrusted with cremation rites.

Kelly was born on October 18, 1960, in Duluth, MN, to Frank M. and Josephine (Patton) Kent.

He was an over the road truck driver for over 40 years until his retirement. Kelly enjoyed dirt racing, hunting, fishing and loved his family, friends, and his dogs.

Survivors include his two sons, Bob (Ashley) Kent and James (AnDee Johnson) Kent, both of Jacksonville, NC; his girlfriend, Jeannie King of Wytheville, VA; one sister, Kandy Kent of Seneca; one brother, Steven Kent of Seneca; several nieces and nephews; and his special friends, Tommy and Tony.

He was proceeded in death by his parents; a sister, Ginger Kent Armstrong; and a brother, Richard W. Kent.

Seals-Campbell Funeral Home

1009 E. Bluff St., Marseilles, IL 61341

815-795-5151 www.sealscampbell.com