James Raymond Dent

Birth date: Jan 1, 1931 Death date: Sep 2, 2018

DENT, JAMES RAYMOND Our beloved “Papa Jim,” 87, passed away on September 2, 2018. Born on January 1, 1931, in Cotter, Arkansas, he was an adoring husband, proud father, involved grandfather and great-grandfather, a beloved son, b Read Obituary

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Jim Madden

400w ago

I had the privilege of being Jim's neighbor for three years. We moved to 112th place from Alaska and Jim and Peggy made us feel like we had already been friends before. Jim would come over to the house on the golf cart to pick up my dog Ebony for a run. The run usually ended up with Jim returning with Ebony on the seat next to him. great sight. I played gold with Jim several times. Me being a hacker and Jim the instructor. Patience and instruction paid off one day on the 18th hole. Under his tutelage a 5 wood was driven on the green from 200 plus yards. I was dumfounded and Jim was elated. I will always remember Jim with respect and friendship.

Jim Madden, Big Sandy Tennessee

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400w ago

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Sharon Johnson

401w ago

I spent the summer of 1960 with Jim, Peggy and family in Alamogordo. Peggy is my cousin. I was 14 at the time but my memory of Jim that summer is how
He would come home from work and just ""take over the kids"". He seemed to enjoy every activity and always planning things for the kids to do. It was apparent to me,even at my age,that he enjoyed every minute of it too. He will be missed but how nice that he left such fond memories of his time here.

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401w ago

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George Smith

401w ago

Jim's humor and friendship will be missed by, not only myself, but certainly by all who knew him. I will miss my long talks with Jim about our past experiences with missiles at various Air Force locations. As a card playing buddy of his at The Village, his famous line when asked what game he was playing as he dealt the cards, will be always remembered ("I'll let you know what we are playing as soon as I look at MY cards"). That was Jim as humor was interjected very often from him. I will miss him terribly. Best to you, Peg, and your family.

Cathy And Dennis Reynolds

401w ago

in honor of James.

We are so sorry to hear of your loss Jim was a very good man and boss. He will be greatly missed by everyone who knew him.. Our prayers are with you and your family.

Cathy and Dennis Reynolds

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Rose Jernigan

402w ago

The sun has set for someone special, and everlasting life is his reward. A man among men-loved and respected by all. That was Jim Dent.
He became my brother when he married Peggy.
To witness the loving support of this family was truly remarkable.

Your legacy lives on in your family, Jim.
Your example will be passed down through generations.
Our cousin Sharon, said "if all father's were like Jim; it would be a much better world."
Truer words were never spoken.
I will love you and miss you for the rest of my life.

Hilda Tozzi

402w ago

I am sending loving thoughts and many prayers to all of you. Jim was a part of our family from the day he met my sister, Peggy, and we shared so many wonderful memories during the days we were raising our children. We will all miss him, but someday we will all be together again, and what a joy that will be. I love all of you.
Hilda

Jerry Traver

402w ago

Jim and Peggy and beautiful five (5) Children were our best friends in Alamagordo, NM.
1957, 1958 And Jim was my Boss at Convair Aircraft [Holloman AFB]. He was not only a Great Friend and Super Boss as I was attending NMSU --he always assisted my work schedule and Classes. He was my "Hero" and as Jim, Peggy and my wife and ! played a lot of Bridge [Jim and I always beat the Girls, but I was the "dummy"---Jim just knew how to make it happen]. And their kids looked after ours. As it was " The Best Years of my Life"! Just like the picture shows---Jim was always smiling!
He truly was a Great Person, had a Great life and whom I already miss!
Jerry Traver

Sandi Maeser

402w ago

I will always remember stopping off for Chili Dogs first thing after we picked Aunt Peggy & Uncle Jim up at the airport in Tucson during their many visits to Tucson. I am sorry for your loss and sending Prayers, Hugs & kisses to you all. Jim was a great fun loving man & he will be missed by all who knew & loved him . Sandi

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