Alton Kent Jr. Obituary
It is with deep sorrow that we announce the death of Alton Kent Jr. of Cottondale, Florida, who passed away on May 2, 2026, at the age of 79, leaving to mourn family and friends. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family. You may also light a candle in honor of Alton Kent Jr. or send a beautiful flower arrangement to the funeral service.
As Alton departs from this earthly realm, his essence lingers — a whisper on the wind, a ripple on the water — a testament to the enduring power of love to transcend the boundaries of life and death. Though Alton may no longer walk beside us, his spirit lives on in the memories and the legacy Alton leaves behind.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Alton Kent and Annie Kent. He is survived by: his wife Ruby Kent of Cottondale, FL; his children, Pamela Eldridge (David) of Alford, FL, Michelle Stephens of Alford, FL, Tracy Kent of Cottondale, FL and Jonathan Rister (Sue) of Marianna, FL; his grandchildren, Joshua Eldridge (Ashley), Kent Phillips and Kelsie Rister; his great grandchild Logan Eldridge; and his brother-in-law Arthur Granberry (Kim) of Jacksonville, FL..
