Mr. Joseph Francis Kental, 78, of Valdese, passed away on Thursday, May 30, 2024, at his residence, following a period of declining health.
Joe was born on September 2, 1945, in Methuen, MA, to the late Henry Kental and Albina Kental. He was formerly employed as a fireman, security guard, and an electrician. Joe was also a veteran of the U.S. Navy.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a brother, Henry Kental Jr.
Surviving is his wife, Ann Warlick Kental of the home, two children, Michael Cook of Valdese, and Deanna Cook of Morganton, five grandchildren: Christy Buss, Jessica Cook, Travis Cook and wife Sam, Andrew Francis, and Lindsey Cook, two great-grandchildren, Waylon and Colson Cook, and a sister, Barbara Weilbrenner.
A graveside service will be held on Monday, June 3, 2024, at 3:00 P.M. at Hillcrest Cemetery with Chaplain Jamie Hazel officiating.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be sent to Amorem Hospice, 1721 Enon Rd., Valdese, NC 28690.
An online guestbook and obituary is available at www.heritagefuneralservices.com
Heritage Funeral Service & Crematory of Valdese is assisting the Kental family.