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Marcus Emanuel Dent

2/11/2022

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Marcus Emanuel Dent, age 23, of Americus, Georgia passed on February 9, 2022.

Graveside services will be held at 1:00 P.M., Monday, February 14, 2022, at Staley Memorial Gardens, on the corner of Southerfield Road and Mayo Street, Americus, Georgia.

​Please be mindful that we will adhere to all government recommendations and mandates at all services at this time. We are limiting graveside seating to no more than 10 with masks being strongly encouraged. Other masked attendees are welcomed but will be expected to practice social distancing.

Graveside services, including burials, are likely to be held on ground that is uneven, which is out of the control of Oglethorpe Funeral Chapel, Inc. We ask that you take this into consideration when choosing footwear, such as shoes with high, thin heels. Please be advised that Oglethorpe Funeral Chapel, Inc. will not be held responsible for injuries at a grave site because of this.​

Marcus Emanuel Dent was born in Albany, Georgia on February 23, 1998 to the parentage of LaKenya R. Johnson and Benjamin Dexter Dent. He was called home to be with the Lord, early Wednesday morning, February 9, 2022. At an early age Marcus joined the Mt. Olive Missionary Baptist Church of Americus, GA. He served faithfully as a Junior Usher under the pastorage of Rev. Dr. H.C. Wilson. 

Marcus began his education in the Marion County Schools in Buena Vista, GA later transferring to Sumter County Schools and graduating from Americus-Sumter High School in Americus, GA Class of 2016. While in high school Marcus had a calling to work in the Funeral Business. He began his apprenticeship at Meadows Funeral Chapel in Oglethorpe, GA where he received excellent leadership and training to know wholeheartedly that was his passion. After graduating from high school, he attended (while working at Meadows Mortuary in Atlanta, GA) and graduated from Gupton-Jones College of Funeral Service in Decatur, GA class of 2018. He served as an Embalmer and Funeral Director.

Marcus had another passion and that was to become a trucker, as a result, in 2019 he enrolled at South Georgia Technical College in Americus, GA in the Commercial Truck Driving Program (while continuing his employment at Meadows Funeral Chapel) and received his Commercial Driver’s License (CDL). In addition, Marcus also completed his Degree in Marketing Management. During his matriculation at South Georgia Technical College, he was an exemplary student. He maintained a grade point average of 3.9. Marcus was on the Dean’s list from the beginning of his career at SGTC until his completion. After receiving his CDL he began driving for Budweiser -Albany, GA moving on to become a driver for Southeastern Sod and later, Woodgrain Millwork Inc. As time went on, he joined his father's trucking business as a driver with Dent & Sons Logistics. In June 2021, he became the very proud owner of his own trucking business M. Dent Logistics, LLC.

He is preceded in death by his grandmother, Mrs. Rosa Williams and great grandmothers Mrs. Essie Johnson and Mrs. Willie R. Smith, great grandfathers Mr. Irvin Smith and Mr. Joe Johnson. 

Marcus was blessed with a large and loving family. He was very well-mannered, kind and soft-spoken. His amazing life will be forever cherished by his precious daughter whom he loved dearly Lauryn M. Dent of Plains, GA , his devoted mother LaKenya R. Johnson of Americus, G A and father Benjamin Dexter (Tongela) Dent, of Albany, GA. Grandmother Annie Pearl Johnson of Americus, Ga, Grandfathers Anthony Smith of Americus, GA. and Rev. Benjamin Dent of Albany, GA, siblings two brothers; Chadrick Blackshear and Le’Vonte (Tabitha) Dent all of Albany, GA, three sisters; Brittany Blackshear of Albany, GA, Aaliyah Dent of Dallas, TX, and Angel Williams of Atlanta, GA. Uncles and Aunts: Rodney (Sharon) Johnson, Torey (Kenyada) Smith, Starsha Key of Windermere, FL(central). Beverly Dent of Albany, GA. Great Aunts and Uncles: Charlie Johnson, Floyd Johnson, Gerald (Deborah) Johnson, Michael (Shirlene) Johnson, James Johnson, and Curtis Smith all of Americus GA, Shannon Johnson of Oberlin, OH, Alphonsa (Harriet) Smith of Blythewood, SC, Nathaniel (Cheryl) Smith of Fort Gaines, GA, James (Mavis) Smith of Fayetteville, NC, and Jerry (Connie) Smith of Villa Rica, GA., Shirley J . Cook, Cheryl Smith, Willie Smith (Tina), Mary (Sherwood) Butts,Jr. all of Americus , GA, Veronica (Walter ) Naylor, Albany, GA, Rovina (Tommie) Dunn of Atlanta, GA and Patricia (Oscar) Henderson of Martinez, GA. Great -great Aunts and Uncles: Elnora Girven, Lillie Mae Cladd of Americus, GA, Lois Taylor of Warner Robins, GA, Marilyn Wade of Atapulgus, Georgia, Jetson Dent, Pittsburgh, PA, Endiana Palmer,Albany, GA, Joseph (Monica) Dent, Albany, GA, Oree (Lola), Bowens Nieces and nephews: Kasey, Cameron, Malachi, Elijah, Jaylah, Dallas, Caden, Olivia, Mikayla, Karman and Kelton. Godfather: Willie Davis of Albany, GA, God sisters: Shanise Davis of Albany, GA, Lamiya Na’Sha Thomas of Buena Vista, GA. and a host of cousins and friends including Kalandra King and best friend GeoVante Carter also survive.


26 Comments
Gail Jackson Rembert
2/11/2022 07:50:58 pm

I cannot believe this! Marcus was such a quiet, smart, and well-mannered student! I am just devastated! My heart is so sad. My condolences and prayers go out to his parents and the rest of his family. ❤️🙏🙏

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Erica Owens
2/11/2022 08:46:30 pm

Marcus was an all around respectful and nice young gentleman! His smile was everything! No matter where you saw him that smile graced his face! He will be truly missed! Rest on Marc D!

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Tabitha & Dexter “Vonte” Dent
2/11/2022 10:51:43 pm

Wishing you Loving memories to forever hold in your heart and comfort for the days ahead.

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Gwenda Bruce-Daniel
2/11/2022 11:19:25 pm

Joseph Daniel (jd)Kelsey Daniel Marquivous Rogers(itty) Warren Bruce the leader of the shrines group 🙏 🙏 🙏

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Ernest and Lois Strozier
2/12/2022 09:44:00 am

Our sincere condolences to the family. You are in our thoughts and prayers.

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Elder Larry Patterson & Mia Patterson
2/12/2022 10:28:06 am

Our sincere condolences to you and your family. You are in our thoughts and prayers

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James M Black and Robert Lee Williams link
2/12/2022 10:48:18 am

Our deepest sympathy and condolences from skipper and Robert Lee

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Deo Cochran Sherrod
2/12/2022 12:01:21 pm

My sincere condolences to LaKenya Johnson and family. Praying the God strengthen you and your family during this difficult time.🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾

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Nece Walker
2/12/2022 12:14:35 pm

Condolences to the family. My prayers are with you.

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verna L Thomas
2/12/2022 03:49:30 pm

MY THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU LAKENYA AND THE FAMILY WILL KEEP THE FAMILY IN PRAY

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Martin Mitchell
2/12/2022 08:05:57 pm

My condolences to the family. It was pleasure to know and teach Mr. Dent.

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Toi Parks
2/13/2022 03:20:36 pm

You can always tell where a beautiful soul has been by the tears and the smiles left behind. There are no words to take away sadness when you lose someone you love. My thoughts and prayers are with the family.

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The class of 92
2/14/2022 03:34:45 am

Our thoughts and prayers to our classmate Lakenya Johnson and family from the class of 92'

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Dawn Elizabeth Westbrook
2/14/2022 10:25:06 am

You will forever be in our hearts...Well Done 🙏🏽🕊🙏🏽🕊🙏🏽🕊 Rest Well Marcus 💙

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Reginald Hooks
2/14/2022 10:27:07 am

My deepest condolences to Kale & Family. Today will be hard, but May God give you the strength to endure.

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Jasmine and Jeremy Majors
2/14/2022 11:07:11 am

We love you always Marcus and we will miss you dearly

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Susie Tatum
2/14/2022 12:55:49 pm

May God keep you in His perfect care. Love you family!

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DeLois Prince-Wilson
2/14/2022 03:38:58 pm

To Kale, Pearl and the family of Marcus, please accept my sincere condolences for your loss. Losing a young loved one in death is never easy, but know that God Almighty will comfort each of you during this difficult time. So sorry for your loss.

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Angela Green
2/14/2022 06:08:39 pm

We’re saddened to hear about the passing of Marcus. We share in your sorrow. What an amazing person and what a remarkable life. I feel so lucky that Marcus was part of our family.

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Rosetta Allen
2/14/2022 11:29:06 pm

To Kale, Pearl, Johnson and Dent family, I was deeply saddened to hear about loss of Marcus. My deepest sympathies go out to you. You are in my thoughts and prayers. Hold onto the warm wonderful memories you shared with Marcus, and that they continue to bring you comfort and peace.♥️

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Rev. Clinton Aldridge,Jr.
2/15/2022 05:27:03 am

My Sincere Condolences & Prayers go out for the family Marcus will be Greatly missed

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Stacy Adams
2/15/2022 11:48:20 am

My deepest sympathy. 💔 Lord hold them tight.

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VonnieWalker
2/15/2022 09:52:58 pm

The Dent family have my deep sympathy.

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Shirley J Allen
2/18/2022 08:28:33 pm

I am so sorry for ur loss. Praying for ur strength in the up coming days. Even though his life were short but to u it wasn't long enough. U loved him uncondionly n he knew that. Love yall n keep on pushing praying n praising our master. Minister shirley allen

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Traseka Reed
2/19/2022 11:31:29 pm

Prayers of inner peace, understanding, comfort, and strength are extended to you and your family.
With Deepest Condolences🙏🏾❤🙏🏾

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LaPorsha Shumate
2/23/2023 01:36:58 pm

We miss you Marcus. I love you . Happy birthday baby 🎈🎈🎈🎈

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