Kent was an Army Veteran having served in the Vietnam conflict; upon discharge, Kent attended Ventura College earning a degree in Fire Service. He joined the Ventura County Fire Department in 1972.

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Kent enjoyed fishing, camping and water skiing. He was a very kind and good-hearted person. He was also a good handyman and could fix just about anything. He was always there when someone needed help with repairs to their home or at the station.

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But the most important thing in life to him were his sons. He took them fishing, camping, volunteered at school as a teacher’s aide, coached soccer and baseball; always making sure that they knew they were loved. Kent would be very proud of his sons: one a Carpenter and one a Fire Fighter – both a wonderful combination of their father.