Delbert Gentry
Born: Thu., Mar. 31, 1927
Died: Mon., Oct. 5, 2015
Visitation
1:00 PM to 2:00 PM, Fri., Oct. 09, 2015
Location: First Christian Church
Funeral Service
2:00 PM Fri., Oct. 09, 2015
Location: First Christian Church
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Delbert Ray Gentry, an 88 year old resident of Trenton, died in his home on Monday, October 5th. Funeral services will be held on Friday, October 9th at 2 p.m. at the First Christian Church under the direction of Whitaker-Eads Funeral Home. Visitation will be held from 1-2 p.m. at the church. Pastors Mike Moore and Doug Franklin will officiate. A private burial will follow at a later date in Edinburg IOOF Cemetery.
Mr. Gentry was born in Trenton on March 31, 1927, son of Forrest B and Mary Adams Gentry. He attended Edinburg and Trenton schools, graduating from THS in 1945. He was married to Betty Crawford on November 25, 1948. Following graduation, he spent one year in the US Army and then returned to Grundy County where he worked at Standard Oil Delivery Services and Hy-Vee before retiring from Trenton Foods after 28 years as the purchasing agent in the parts department. Along with these jobs, he also farmed the land that has been in his family for over 100 years.
Mr. Gentry was active in First Christian Church D.O.C., where he was a member for 60 plus years. He was an avid and active member in many bodies of the Masons. He held many offices in the lodge, including Grand High Priest of the Grand Chapter of the state of Missouri.
Surviving him is his wife, Betty, of the home. Two daughters, DeAnn Gentry of Columbia and Karen Saul (Melvin) of Trenton. One son Tim, of St. Joseph. He had 10 grandchildren, 4 step grandchildren, 16 great grandchildren, and 6 step great grandchildren.
Preceding him in death were his parents, one daughter, Brenda Allen, one sister, Donna Powell, and two infant brothers.
Delbert loved the country, his farm, the Masonic Lodge, a good western book, and sports on the television. He loved his family and has really enjoyed his great grandkids. He touched many and was loved by them all.
In lieu of flowers, the family suggests memorials to the First Christian Church in Trenton.
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Bill Clark
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Posted Wed October 07, 2015
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So sad and sorry to learn of your family's loss. I have only fond memories of moments shared with Delbert and your family while living in Trenton and as a member of the First Christian Church. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
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Mary Welch Rogers
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Posted Wed October 07, 2015
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Dear Karen and DeAnn,
My sincere sympathy in the loss of your dear father. I always called him Delbert when I used to visit your home next to the old higher school and he would always give me a big smile! Grateful that he and Brenda are together and will be watching over you.
Much love,
Mary
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Steve Whitaker
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Posted Wed October 07, 2015
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Brenda and DeAnn, I am so sorry for your loss. Your dad was a good friend and a wonderful man. He and my dad were very good friends and I am so grateful for his service in the masonic lodge and all that he did in the community. He will be greatly missed.
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Shirley Pettengill DeVos
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Posted Wed October 07, 2015
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Thinking of you in the death of Delbert. May you be comforted with many good memories of the years you shared. He was a great gentlemen. Blessings.
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Cindy Brown
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Posted Sun October 11, 2015
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Betty, DeAnn, Karen, Tim, and families,
We all go back a long way. I have such fond and vivid memories of seeing you all on so many Sundays, (for years!) at the First Christian Church. Please know that your loss was felt by so many of us, even across the country.
Hugs, thoughts, and prayers to all of you. Wish I could give those to you in person, but the message will have to do over the miles. We love you and your family, and share in your loss.
Cindy class of '68. San Francisco
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kay broyles eberle
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Posted Tue November 03, 2015
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Karen and Deanna, My deepest sympathies to you and all the family! Your Dad was always so sweet to me....My prayers are with you during this time.
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kay broyles eberle
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Posted Tue November 03, 2015
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My deepest sympathy to all of the family. Your Dad was amazing and always had a twinkle in his eye...One of my favorites! Love to all..
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