Kent Elliott Wilson

1954 ∼ 2015

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Kent Elliott Wilson, 61 of Nederland passed away December 31, 2015 at The Medical Center in Port Arthur. He was born May 20,

1954 in Port Arthur.

Kent is survived by his wife Molly Wilson of Nederland; his father, Hollis Oscar Wilson of Port Arthur; daughter, Jamie Campbell and husband Chad Campbell of Orange; son, Ryan Wilson of Nederland; sisters, Melanie Rien of Houston, Kimberly Bernard and husband John Bernard of Bridge City; granddaughter, Teri Duhon; grandson, Avy Campbell and a host of loving nieces and nephews.

Kent is preceded in death by his mother, Mary Laverne (Whitman).

He loved fishing, playing golf, cooking for others, gardening and being outdoors.

A gathering of family and friends will be Tuesday, January 5, 2015 from

5:00-8:00 p.m. at Melancon’s Funeral Home in Nederland.

Funeral services will also be held at Melancon’s Funeral Home on Wednesday, January 6, 2015 at 10:00 a.m. Burial will follow at Forest Lawn Memorial Park in Beaumont.

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Kerry Freeman January 6, 2016

I had the pleasure of working with Kent "Bucket" , he was a pleasant person to be around and always had a smile on his face. I never heard him say one bad word about anyone. RIP my friend, Kerry Freeman

Theresa Durio January 6, 2016

When I was a little girl, I had a very big appetite, and every time the family got together Uncle Kent would always say with a big smile on his face, "Girl, you must have holes in your feet". Family gatherings, beach trips, cook outs, and crawfish boils were always the most fun with Uncle Kent there to brighten everyone's day. You will always be in my heart. I love you!

Johnny Mecom January 5, 2016

My condolences to Kent's family. Kent was a good man who I had the pleasure of knowing from attending Nederland schools and also as a co-worker at the rubber plant in Port Neches. The one thing I will remember most about Kent is the story of how he obtained his nickname of "bucket". He was a proud individual who could tell some very funny stories and also had the ability to laugh at himself. He will be missed all who had the distinct pleasure of having him in their life at some point. May you Rest in Peace Kent!

Donnakwhitman1@Yahoo.Com January 5, 2016

Sorry about your loss. You are in our thoughts and prayers. Andra Latham and Donna Whitman

Anonymous January 5, 2016

Ocean Breeze Spray was purchased for the family of Kent Elliott Wilson.

Anonymous January 5, 2016

Peaceful White Lilies Basket was purchased for the family of Kent Elliott Wilson.

Kathleen Black And Family January 5, 2016

Kathleen Black and family purchased the Divine Peace Bouquet for the family of Kent Elliott Wilson.

Kathleen Black January 5, 2016

Kent was my brother-in-law. He was one of the most kind, and generous souls I have ever known. He loved his family, and was always there to lend a helping hand. I have many treasured memories of him that I am grateful for. Our family was blessed when he came into it. He will be greatly missed. We love you Kent. May God's Light Shine upon you, and may you Rest in the love and Peace of our Lord. Amen. Kathleen Black

Melancon'S Funeral Home January 5, 2016

Melancon's Funeral Home created a Tribute Video in memory of Kent Elliott Wilson

Anonymous January 4, 2016

Large Basket Garden was purchased for the family of Kent Elliott Wilson.

Whitney Beck January 4, 2016

Mr Kent knew how to make the best crawfish and always loved serving us a big ol plate of some big ol mud bugs, he truly was a great man and will be missed.

Anonymous January 4, 2016

Beautiful in Blue was purchased for the family of Kent Elliott Wilson.

Richard Stockton January 4, 2016

I was a security guard at the plant where Kent workedalways called him (Bucket) nerver really knew why but that is what his co-workers called him so I did too. Anyway he always had a smile on his face and time to stop and say "Hi" he was always never without a smile even when I saw him in Wal-Mart with his family. I will miss him he was a good friend. Mr. Stockton

Anonymous January 4, 2016

Large Basket Garden was purchased for the family of Kent Elliott Wilson.

Rachel Griggs January 4, 2016

Rachel Griggs lit a candle in memory of Kent Elliott Wilson