Melba Kent Obituary
We announce the death of Melba Kent of Watertown, Tennessee, who passed away on September 20, 2026, at the age of 73. Melba will be remembered by family members, friends, and others whose lives were connected in meaningful ways. Family and friends can send flowers and condolences in memory of the loved one. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Melba Kent to pay them a last tribute.
She was predeceased by: her father Frank Talley; her husband Dean Kent; and her brother Dennis Randolph. She is survived by: her daughters, Mary Jean Bane of Lebanon and Kendra Stanford of Liberty; her grandchildren, Brian Powers, Traci Powers, Mark Culbert, Jr., Kayla Stanford, Roger Bane, Jr. and Jennifer Rutland; her mother Shelby Patronis; and her siblings, Linda Stone (Gayle), Russell Randolph (Christie) and Merle Randolph (Stella). She is also survived by 9 great grandchildren.
Visitation was held on Friday, September 25th 2026 from 11:00 AM to 12:30 PM at the Hunter Funeral Home (208 W Main St, Watertown, TN 37184). A graveside service was held on Friday, September 25th 2026 at 1:00 PM at the Commerce Cemetery.
