Mac Kent

Mac Kent, age 77 of Bradley, IL, formerly of Markham, IL, passed away on Monday, March 24, 2026, at home surrounded by family. He was born on October 30, 1948, in Decatur, AL, to Andrew and Mary Louise (McBay) Kent. Mac had a lifelong love of music, and his greatest joy was performing with his brothers in their band, The Kent Brothers. A talented Southern rock musician with a strong, memorable voice, he was known for his skill on the fiddle and the unique energy he brought to every performance. Mac is survived by his daughters, Jackie (John) Hammond and Sandra (Rick) Birch; his grandchildren, Robyn, Katie, Michelle, Matthew, Tyler, Danny, Colton, and Lexxi; his great-grandchildren, Sophia, Cecilia, Samuel, Emelia, Eleanor, Clark, Elenor, and Elowynn; and his brothers, Vandis Kent, Larry Kent, Steven Kent, Jimmy Kent, Johnny Kent, and Davey Kent. He was preceded in death by his parents, Andrew and Mary Louise (McBay) Kent; his wife, Susan Kent; his daughter, Jody (Kent) Potts; and his siblings, William Sledge, Grace Askenberg, Andrew Kent Jr., Shirley McCarley, Ronnie Kent, and Kathy (Babcock) Kent. Cremation rites have been accorded. A celebration of life will be held on April 18, 2026, from 3:00 PM to 8:00 PM at the VFW, 14817 Pulaski Rd, Midlothian, IL 60445. Family and friends are invited to gather, share memories, and honor his life. Flowers and memorials may be sent to the VFW.