Lillian Irene Kent
June 17, 1928 ~ July 26, 2025
Born in:
Litchfield, Illinois
Resided in:
Taylorville, Illinois
Lillian Irene Kent, 97, of Taylorville, IL, passed away on Saturday, July 26, 2025, at Hickory Estates in Taylorville. Lillian was born on June 17, 1928, in Litchfield, IL, to the late Clarence Edward and Lillian Jane (McDaniel) Eyman. She exchanged vows with William (Bill) Kinsey Kent. Bill and Irene spent 61 happy and loving years together before he proceeded her in death on July 27, 2009.
In her early years, Irene worked as a switchboard operator at the telephone office in Morrisonville. After she married, she became a full-time wife and mother of 5 children. In later years she worked as a bookkeeper for the family business of W. H. Kent Trucking and worked at the Deli Ranch in Morrisonville. She was also an Avon Representative for more than 25 years.
After residing in Morrisonville for most of her life, Irene moved to Taylorville and spent the last ten years happily residing at Hickory Estates Assisted Living Facility. She enjoyed many friendships there and enjoyed playing Phase 10, bingo, Wii bowling, and many other games as well as going on frequent bus trips.
She is survived by her son: Daniel W. (Louise) Kent of Chatham, IL; daughters: Deborah K. Kent (Jim Olive) of Taylorville, IL; Susan I. Creek (fiancé, Larry Angelo) of Taylorville, IL; Samantha (Dwight) Morgan of Springfield, IL; eleven grandchildren; eighteen great-grandchildren; seven great-great-grandchildren; sister: Mary (Butch) Harper of Assumption, IL; as well as several nieces and nephews.
In addition to her parents and husband, Lillian was preceded in death by her son, Benjamin H. Kent, a grandson, Kinsey Muffick, two brothers, Warren Eyman and Albert Eyman, and her sister, Norma Jean McKinney.
The family would like to extend a special thanks to the wonderful staff at Hickory Estates for all of the loving care they provided. Also, thanks to Hands of God Hospice and to her very special friend Connie Curtin.
A visitation will be held on Friday, August 1, 2025, from 10:00-11:00 a.m. at Morrisonville United Methodist Church. A memorial service will begin at 11:00 a.m. with Reverend Jeff Van Dyke officiating. Inurnment will follow at Morrisonville Cemetery.
Memorials in Irene’s honor may be made to Hickory Estates Activity Fund, c/o Debra Moon: 1091 E 1500 North Rd, Taylorville, IL 62568.
Services
Visitation: August 1, 2025 10:00 am - 11:00 am
United Methodist Church of Morrisonville
109 SE 5th St.
Morrisonville, IL 62546
Memorial Service: August 1, 2025 11:00 am
United Methodist Church of Morrisonville
109 SE 5th St.
Morrisonville, IL 62546
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So sorry for your loss of your Mom. May your memories help you through this journey. Jean (Millburg)Williams
So sorry I won’t be able to attend Irene’s Memorial service. I have enjoyed getting to know her through the years -from when I first took care of her in the hospital- to talking to her at church. When she told me she used to line dance I tried to get her to show us a few steps. We would always have a good laugh. She and her family have been in my prayers. Irene has been and will be missed. May she rest in peace in God’s arms.
Sorry to hear about your mom’s passing. She was a feisty one but a good lady. She is in a much better place now.
I so enjoyed getting to know your mom,grandmother during her stay at Hickory, she was such a warm and loving woman. She will be missed by many. Sending prayers of comfort to all. Irene leaves a wonderful legacy in her family. She was so very proud of all of you. God’s blessing on all of you.