** Narrative Summary of the Obituary** Paul W. Kent, 73, passed away on 5 February 2021 in Norwich, New York. He was born on 28 September 1947 in Flushing, New York. Paul served in the U.S. Air Force and was an accomplished photographer. He is survived by his wife and children. ** Narrative Summary of Funeral Services** There were no formal services for Paul W. Kent following his death on 5 February 2021. **Transcript** Paul Warren Kent 1947–2021 Birth 28 SEP 1947 • Flushing, New York, USA Death 5 FEB 2021 • Norwich, Chenango, New York, USA Paul W. Kent September 28, 1947 – February 5, 2021 Paul W. Kent, 73, of McDonough passed away Friday evening, February 5, 2021, at Chenango Memorial Hospital. Paul was born in Flushing, NY the son of Richard and Evelyn (Harrison) Kent. He grew up in the Flushing area where he attended the local schools and also earned his Associate's Degree. Paul served his country for 20 years in the United States Air Force retiring as a Master Sergeant. He also was employed by the Raymond Corporation for 8 years working as an Electronic Technician. He has made his home in McDonough since 1988. Paul was an accomplished photographer and had also taught photography. One of the highlights of his photography career was during the Nixon administration he served as the White House photographer and traveled with President Nixon on many of his trips. On April 26, 1971 he married Madelon Blake who survives. Besides his wife Madelon of McDonough, Paul is survived by his sons Chris (Stacie) Kent of Smyrna and Brian Kent of McDonough. Also surviving are his brothers James P. Kent of McDonough, Roger Kent of Norwich and Douglas Kent of Vestal. Three grandchildren and one great-grandchild also survive. There will be no formal services at this time. ** Vital Statistics Summary** | **Name** | **Age** | **Birth** | **Death** | |--------------------------|-----------|--------------------------------------------|---------------------------------------------------| | Paul Warren Kent | 73 years | 28 September 1947; Flushing, New York, USA | 5 February 2021; Norwich, Chenango, New York, USA | ** Table of Relationships** | **Name** | **Relationship** | **Place of Residence** | |--------------------------|-----------------------------|------------------------| | Paul Warren Kent | Decedent | McDonough | | Madelon Blake | Spouse | McDonough | | Chris Kent | Son | Smyrna | | Stacie Kent | Daughter-in-law | Smyrna | | Brian Kent | Son | McDonough | | James P. Kent | Brother | McDonough | | Roger Kent | Brother | Norwich | | Douglas Kent | Brother | Vestal | | Richard Kent | Father | Unknown | | Evelyn Harrison Kent | Mother | Unknown | | Three grandchildren | Grandchildren | Unknown | | One great-grandchild | Great-grandchild | Unknown | ** Publication Details** | **Publication Date** | |----------------------| | 4 December 2024 | ** Other Relevant Information** Paul W. Kent served in the U.S. Air Force for 20 years and retired as a Master Sergeant. He worked as an Electronic Technician for Raymond Corporation for eight years and was an accomplished photographer who served as a White House photographer during the Nixon administration. ** Narrative Summary of the Obituary** Paul W. Kent, 73, of McDonough, passed away on 5 February 2021. He was born on 28 September 1947 in Flushing, NY. Paul served in the Air Force and was an accomplished photographer. He is survived by his wife, sons, brothers, grandchildren, and a great-grandchild. ** Narrative Summary of Funeral Services** There were no formal services for Paul W. Kent following his death on 5 February 2021. **Transcript** Paul Warren Kent Birth: 28 SEP 1947 Death: 5 FEB 2021 Paul W. Kent September 28, 1947 – February 5, 2021 Paul W. Kent, 73, of McDonough, passed away Friday evening, February 5, 2021, at Chenango Memorial Hospital. Paul was born in Flushing, NY, the son of Richard and Evelyn (Harrison) Kent. He grew up in the Flushing area where he attended the local schools and also earned his Associate's Degree. Paul served his country for 20 years in the United States Air Force, retiring as a Master Sergeant. He was also employed by the Raymond Corporation for eight years, working as an Electronic Technician. He made his home in McDonough since 1988. Paul was an accomplished photographer and had also taught photography. One of the highlights of his photography career was during the Nixon administration when he served as the White House photographer and traveled with President Nixon on many of his trips. On April 26, 1971, he married Madelon Blake, who survives him. Besides his wife Madelon of McDonough, Paul is survived by his sons Chris (Stacie) Kent of Smyrna and Brian Kent of McDonough. Also surviving are his brothers James P. Kent of McDonough, Roger Kent of Norwich, and Douglas Kent of Vestal. Three grandchildren and one great-grandchild also survive. There will be no formal services at this time. ------------------------------------- [Birth: 28 SEP 1947 - Flushing, New York, USA] [Death: 5 FEB 2021 - Norwich, Chenango, New York, USA] ** Vital Statistics Summary** | **Name** | Paul W. Kent | |------------|---------------------------------------------------| | **Age** | 73 years | | **Birth** | 28 September 1947; Flushing, New York, USA | | **Death** | 5 February 2021; Norwich, Chenango, New York, USA | ** Table of Relationships** | **Name** | **Relationship** | **Place of Residence** | |-------------------------|-----------------------------|--------------------------| | Paul W. Kent | Decedent | McDonough, New York, USA | | Madelon Blake | Spouse | McDonough, New York, USA | | Chris Kent | Son | Smyrna, New York, USA | | Stacie Kent | Daughter-in-law | Smyrna, New York, USA | | Brian Kent | Son | McDonough, New York, USA | | James P. Kent | Brother | McDonough, New York, USA | | Roger Kent | Brother | Norwich, New York, USA | | Douglas Kent | Brother | Vestal, New York, USA | | Richard Kent | Father | Unknown | | Evelyn (Harrison) Kent | Mother | Unknown | | Three grandchildren | Grandchildren | Unknown | | One great-grandchild | Great-grandchild | Unknown | ** Publication Details** | **Publication Date** | |----------------------| | 5 February 2021 | ** Other Relevant Information** Paul W. Kent served in the United States Air Force for twenty years and worked as an Electronic Technician at Raymond Corporation for eight years. He was an accomplished photographer and served as a White House photographer during the Nixon administration.