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James Brent

Born: 12/2/1935
Died: 3/12/2026
Age: 90
Community: Swartz Creek, MI

James Alvin Brent, aged 90, peacefully passed away on March 12, 2026, at his residence in Swartz Creek, MI.

He was born December 2, 1935, in Qulin, MO.

Jim was employed as Plant Protection at Chevrolet Truck & Bus and retired in 1988. He proudly served in the United States Army and was a dedicated member of the Knights of Columbus Swartz Creek Council #6694.

He is survived by his devoted wife of 64 years, Fredericka Brent (Fritzler), and his children, Daniel and Maria Brent.

Preceding him in death were his parents, Benjamin Brent and Alta Strickland (Osborn), his siblings, Anna Lott (Hefner) and Gary Brent, and his first wife, Anna Brent (Wright).

Jim’s life will be celebrated at St. Mary Queen of Angels church in Swartz Creek, MI on Tuesday, March 24, 2026, at 11:00am, followed by a luncheon.
There will be a livestream available at the following links:

· Church website: https://smqa.net/
· Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/stmaryqueenofangels
· YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@St.MaryQueenofAngels

His remains will be interred at Great Lakes National Cemetery (date to be determined).

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to St. Mary Queen of Angels, and McLaren Hospice.

Your condolences may be shared with the family at swartzfuneralhomeinc.com
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1225 West Hill Road
Flint, MI 48507

Phone: (810) 235-2345

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Visitation
Date:   3/24/2026
Time:   -
 
Funeral Service
Date:   3/24/2026
Time:   11:00 AM
 
Location:   St. Mary Queen of Angels Church
4413 Morrish Road
Swartz Creek, MI 48473

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