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Obituary For Clinton Gentry
Mr. Clinton "Dim" Gentry passed away quietly Friday at his home at the age of 69.
A native of Opelika, AL., and the son of the late Cleveland, Sr., and Ruthie Lee Wilson Gentry, Mr. Gentry was a 1970 graduate of Sandford High School. He had been employed as a Transportation Specialist for the Columbus Headstart Program and retired as a Delivery Tech for Legacy Chevrolet/Cadillac Dealership.
A devout member of Pleasant Grove Baptist Church, he was a member of the Deacons Ministry and the Male Chorus.
Other than his parents, he was preceded in death by a son, Derek Holt and two siblings, John H. Gentry and Mary L. Scott.
Surviving are a loving wife of over 30 years, Mrs. Charlene Gentry; three daughters, Kyra Woods, Rona Harris(Mitchell) and Charissa Gentry; a son, Eric Holt; a god-daughter, Taris Herrington; nine grandchildren, Jakey Harris, Charlene Woods, David Woods, Chariena Woods, Mitchell Harris, Jr., Tre'Shaun Greene, De'Andre Holt, Summer Holt and Alaysia Slocumb; three great grandchildren, Madison Harris, Kaitlyn Williams and Aniya T.L. Woods; two brothers, Cleveland Gentry, Jr(Jackie) and Clayton Gentry; two sisters, Barbara J. Gentry and Martha J. Gentry; loving in-laws, Deloris Dunn, Diane Thomas(Johnny), Laura McKnight, Shirley Franklin, Martha Pratt, Darnell Pratt and Henry Pratt(Linda); and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins and friends.
Deacon Gentry will be laid to rest at Green Acres Cemetery on Saturday, February 2, 2019 following a Twelve O'clock Noon Homegoing Celebration in the sanctuary of Pleasant Grove Baptist Church, officiated by Pastor Walter Phillips.
Visitation is 2:00 PM til 6:00 PM Friday at the funeral home.
The Staff of Progressive Funeral Home is honored to support the family with End of Life Services.
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Add A CondolenceI had known Clinton for a long time . We went to school together . I had a lot of respect for him and his family.In fact he was a friend. I'm sadden with you and your family about death. Whenever someone we love dies it brings sadness. That's understandable because we want those we love to live and be with family. Death was not part of Jehovah purpose in the beginning. He wants his human family to live and be with family forever. [John 3:16] Why then do good people die? The bible answers that question.[ Romans 5:12] However death will not be around forever. [Rev.21 :4] What about those who have died already. The bible shows That in the future Jesus will bring back those who have died. Reuniting them with family and friends right here on Earth. [John 5:28-29] What a wonderful time that will be. May your family be comforted by what the bible teaches. Clayton I will be coming to see you soon. Your friend Macy adkins
So sorry for your loss. During this time of sorrow, throw all your anxiety on God because he cares for you. 1 Peter 5:6,7
To Eric and the Gentry family: it is with a heavy heart that I say I’m sorry for your loss. I pray that God gives each of you the strength you need to make it through this journey.
My condolences to the Gentry family.Mr. Gentry will truly be missed. I'm going to miss the hugs he used to give me when he would see me and I am going to miss that bright smile he would always show.I am also going to miss the great conversation he would have.Rest on Mr.Gentry you will truly be missed
Eric and family. Sending love and light to comfort you at this time. Know that he LIVES in you. As you live you are his legacy. Know that he walks now with the ancestors and is part of the divine spirit that can never be separated from you. Love to you always. Rev. Darryl! ~ Washington DC
My deepest condolences to you Eric and family on the loss of your father. May God give you all strength and peace in knowing that your father is with the creator in heaven. Many blessings to you all. Jamilah Mclemore and Family Charlotte,Nc
To Eric & the Gentry Family, We are extremely sorry to hear about the loss of your love one. We want to extend our deepest sympathy to you during this time. No amount of words can express how sorry we feel. Please let your heart be comforted by the loving memories of him. The Williams & Mcpherson
I want to offer my condolences to the Jentry family and friends. Our Almighty Heavenly Father knows the pain you feel from the loss of your love one. He did not purpose his human family to die but to live and enjoy life forever. This is still his purpose (Psalms 37:11, 29). He calls death an enemy that will be removed forever along with all pain and suffering__ 1 Corinthians 15:26; Revelation 21:4 “And he will wipe out every tear from their eyes, and death will be no more, neither will mourning nor outcry nor pain be anymore.” Notice his promise to awaken all those in the memorial tombs from asleep in death¬__ Isaiah 26:19 “Your dead will live ...Awake and shout joyfully you residents in the dust! ...the earth will let those powerless in death come to life." What a delight it will be to see them again! Allow these words to keep comforting all of you.
My sincere condolences at this time of loss. Please draw comfort from the scriptural promises at Acts 24:15 and John 5:28, 29, knowing that God cannot lie (Isaiah 46:10, 11).
To the Gentry family: I am so sorry for your loss. Please accept my sincere condolences. May you find comfort in the wonderful hope God gives us for the near future. He promises a time when he will wipe out every tear from our eyes and death will be no more (Revelation 21:3,4; Isaiah 25:8).
