Condolences
Bert was a fond friend of my mother Donna. I have many memories as young child playing in his and Hazels yard, and playing in the house. I have a photo album of just pictures of the time I spent. Though life took my parents and myself on different paths, those memories are engrained in me from child hood. My deepest condolences for the Kent family.
Travis Rott
Hazel and Shelley, We were very sad to hear about Bert's passing. He was a great man. Our thoughts are with you at this difficult time. Deb and Mike Ellison.
My deepest sympathies to Mrs. Kent and family for the loss of Bert Kent. I first met Bert through my friendship with John Vallance, as he was kind enough to read to John my letters and emails and than send me John's replies. In November 2018 I was fortunate that a consulting project brought me back to Calgary and John's dear friend Hazel Perrier, a mutual friend of ours, arranged for a mini reunion. There I had the pleasure to meet Bert in person and he was as true a gentleman in person as was always evident in his friendship to John. My last email note from Bert included a sketch he had done recently on a barn from his childhood - he had so many talents and the most outstanding one was friendship. The world has lost a good friend and example to each of us on how to care for our fellow man/woman. My thoughts and prayers are with you. Eleanor McGrath, Toronto
Hazel and Shelly,
Both Roy and I were very saddened to hear that Bert has gone from our sight but NEVER our hearts.
Our paths crossed thru my Papa, John Vallance, and a strong friendship grew with us as well. I remember coming to visit my Dad in Calgary and being honoured in the inclusion to go with them to a gig at a Seniors home. Bert was singing all those war songs and the residents just loving them .Taking requests, and singing my Dads fav Danny Boy, which caused tears to roll down my Dads cheeks. And of course there were the special occasions, when Bert brought his magic to Dads place for sing songs… Bert was so good at being my Dads friend for everything….Appointments for Dr. Dentist ,eyes, groceries, trips out to the nursery for plant pickups, love of Chinese food, ice cream. Jokes on each other..their special Brandy…I will be forever grateful..
Bert had such an easy going demeanour, always a smile, a twinkle in his eye, so soft spoken, a listener. Shelly, he talked about you all the time and was very proud of you. I hope we get to meet. I loved the emails from him, and when Papa died he continued the tradition of sending me a birthday card. My Dads life was blessed because of him and so was mine.
We will hold dear our memories. Bert has gone ahead waiting to greet us. He’s having a wonderful Father Son time with Wes , playing jokes with Dad and able to play that guitar with Allie…Please keep in touch
Sorrow is not Forever
Love Is…..
Billie and Roy
My buddy Bert. That’s how I referred to him in conversation. He was my neighbour, but he was also my friend.
My buddy Bert who shovelled my walk, seeded my lawn and helped clean my garden one spring.
He did all this without making me small or incompetent.
That was Bert’s gift. He gave without judgement.
Thank you Hazel and Shelley, for sharing the gift of Bert with your grateful neighbour...Karen
I am sending Love and my deepest sympathy to Both You and Your Mom.
I have such Great Memories of Mr. K.
He was the Kindest Man and always had time for anyone who came across his path.... He will be missed.
Sending you both my love and prayers Shelley and Hazel. I have known your family since I was two. I have loved your Dad like he was mine. So many memories of our families together. Bert was a great man! I recall sitting on his knee singing songs, he even tried teaching me to play the guitar when I was a kid. I am honoured to have known him, to have so many happy childhood memories with your family. Our families were entwined for over 50 years. I will miss him! XO There are no words of comfort I can say at this time, other than, you all had a good life together, you were there for each other and have a lifetime of memories to keep in your heart. Lots of love from me and my family to you.
My deepest sympathies to Hazel, Shelley, Lou and extended family.
The times that I saw Bert he was always warm and welcoming, smiles and easy conversation. He had such pure energy, and I know it was his love of family that gave him that twinkle in his eye, the love and bond that you shared will never ever be broken. Cherish those special loving memories you hold forever.
I will never forget that he got up and spoke such kind words at
Kevin's memorial.
Holding you close in my heart and sending you love as you grieve your dear dad and loving husband.
Phyllis and I extend our sincere condolences to Hazel & Shelly. Bert and Hazel have been special friends of ours, who we met over 50 years ago, when Bert was attending Queens University in Kingston On.
Early on in our relationship, we discovered we had many things in common, including music, our careers and even to the extent of sharing the same birthdate (Bert and Frank), although Bert was one year older. Our friendship grew over the years and we were fortunate to be able to visit each other several times after Bert and Hazel moved back to Alberta. We contacted each other several times during the year but always on September 29th, our birthdays.
Needless to say, we will miss Bert greatly but will carry on our contact with Hazel. Bert & Hazel have been wonderful friends for many years and we were saddened to receive the news of Bert's passing.
Frank & Phyllis McVicker
Inverary, On.
Hazel and Shelley and family
So sorry for your loss. Bert ("Mr Kent") was I think my first hockey coach with the Lakeview Purple Panthers. He also managed to put up with a month of parties one August the "next door neighbour kids held" and probably only called the cops once or twice (and it should have been a lot more times). He was a real gem. I would say my memory is etched with the "sparkle" Bert always had in his eye, his inviting smile and genuine friendliness. That sparkle in his eye was not mischievous (was it?), more like filled with joy and wonder and a spark to get up to something interesting. As your neighbours, it was always fascinating to see him out back under the car port working on cars (how many did he own in his lifetime?!?), or to hear him playing his guitar, or working in the yard. He was always the easiest to get along with, offer to help, or just say hello. My condolences on your loss at this time. Bert had a pretty good run, and it was a pleasure to know him, be his neighbour, and to grow up with such a character in our lives.
Ashley Gibbs
Hazel and Shelly, Colleen and I send our deepest and most sincere condolences on your loss of a great and wonderful husband and father. He was a friend to many, and a very special person to me. I'm glad we were able to meet and spend time last year and wish we could have repeated our visit. May God give you both the Peace and Serenity you need to get through this time in your lives.
Bob and Colleen
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