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Alkitt Lee Gentry

Born: 12/21/1949
Died: 12/12/2020
Age: 70
Community: Burton, MI

GENTRY, Alkitt Lee - Age 70, of Burton, died Saturday December 12, 2020. Funeral service will be held 1PM Wednesday, December 16 at Great Lakes Baptist Temple 2112 E. Maple Rd. Flint. Visitation will be held 5-8PM Tuesday, at Sharp Funeral Home & Cremation Center 6063 Fenton Rd. Grand Blanc. Interment to follow at Evergreen Cemetery. In lieu of flowers those desiring may make contributions to Great Lakes Baptist Temple. Alkitt was born December 21, 1949 in Anderson, SC., the son of Leroy and Catherine (Grant) Gentry. He married Barbara Hulverson on October 12, 1984 in Fenton. Alkitt loved spending time with his grandchildren, enjoyed woodworking, and attending his grandchildren's sporting events. Alkitt was a great cook and was known for his coconut cake and chocolate chip cookies that everyone enjoyed. He retired from Hogan Manufacturing after 25 years of service. Alkitt was a member and greeter for many years at Great Lakes Baptist Church. He "Loved the Lord". Alkitt is survived by his wife, Barbara; children, Avery Gentry of South Carolina, Chad Orvis of Swartz Creek; grandchildren, Shelby (Tae) Gentry, Beau Gentry, Carson Orvis, Caden Orvis; great-grandson, Rylan; many nieces and nephews; special friend, Richard Smith. He was preceded in death by his parents; brother, Roger Gentry; sister Donna Jordan. Tributes may be shared on the obituaries page of www.sharpfuneralhomes.com
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Phone: (810) 694-4900

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Visitation
Date:   12/15/2020
Time:   5:00 PM
Visitation Tuesday 5-8PM and Wednesday 11AM until the time of service at the Church.
 
Funeral Service
Date:   12/16/2020
Time:   1:00 PM
 
Location:   Great Lakes Baptist Church
2112 E. Maple Ave.
Flint, MI 48507

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