James Brent

Brent

Dr. James "Jim" Preston Brent, of Warrenton, MO., passed away on Sunday, June 6, 2021 at his home. He was born on April 19, 1950 in St. Louis to Joe and Baye (nee: Webb) Brent.

After graduating from dental school, Jim served in the US army from 1975-1978. He was united in marriage to Teresa Eurom on June 8, 1979 in St. Louis. They celebrated 42 wonderful years together. They moved to Warrenton in 1980 and he began his dental practice. He loved being a dentist in the community. After retiring in 2019, he enjoyed studying and writing articles on health and wellness, which became his passion. He also loved rehabbing old buildings. He and Teresa enjoyed spending time together on their land and also traveling to see their grandchildren.  He was an amazing "Papa" and reveled in playing with his grandsons, Max and Wyatt. Jim was a loving and devoted husband, father, grandfather and son.

Jim was preceded in death by his father, Joe Brent. Those who are forever grateful for having shared Jim's life are his loving wife, Teresa; daughter, Jamian Brent and husband Jordan Smith; grandchildren, Maxwell and Wyatt Smith; his mother, Baye Brent; brother Stephen Brent and his wife Susie; along with other relatives and many friends.

Jim's kindness and generosity towards others were boundless. Among his many great life philosophies was to always "look at life with the eyes of compassion."

A memorial service for Dr. James Brent will be held at a later date in Mississippi with his family. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations are suggested to Doctors without Borders, c/o Martin Funeral Home, 510 East Main Street, Warrenton, MO 63383. Online condolences may be made at www.martinfuneral.net .