Joseph Russell Kent

Joseph “Joe” Russell Kent, Jr., 53 of Erie, Pennsylvania, (formally of New Castle, PA) passed away Monday, March 12 ^th , 2018 at home surrounded by his loving family after a yearlong battle with cancer.

Joe was born on April 27 ^th , 1964, in New Castle, PA, the son of Carol McCormick Kent and the late Joseph Kent Sr.

Survivors include his loving wife Kathy Grannis Kent; two daughters Stephanie (Charles Terpilowski) of Lake City, and Cynthia Kent (Francis Thompson) of New Castle; and two sons David Kent (Jennifer) of Erie and Joseph Kent III of New Castle. Joe is also survived by fifteen grandchildren Danielle, Jacob, Tyler, Jessica, Kyle, Jennifer, Autumn, Erin, Brock, Tomiann, John, Matthew, Jahtaevion, Corbin, and Levi; and four great grandchildren Darniese, Shilynne, DeShawn, and Kayleigh whom he loved dearly.

Joe grew up in a large, loving family also being survived by two sisters, Tammy Kent and Sheryle Show, and two brothers, James and Steven Kent. Joe was very involved in his friends and families lives and enjoyed spending quality time with his dog, Emma. Joe loved his guitars’ and played Elvis Presley music any chance he got.

Joe had an extraordinary support system and was loved by many. The family would like to thank Joe’s caretakers Philip F. Selker and Nichole Bamberga of Erie, Pennsylvania for providing love and support throughout his time with us.

Joe’s family invites you to the service which will be held on Saturday, March 17, 2018 from 12 Noon to 2 PM at the William F. & and Roger M. DeCarbo Funeral Home, 926 Cunningham Avenue, New Castle. A funeral service will be held Saturday, March 17, 2018 at 2:00 PM at the William F. DeCarbo Memorial Chapel. In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be sent to the American Cancer Society.