James Elwood Bent

James Elwood Bent, 86, of Friedens, died Dec. 21, 2022 at UPMC Somerset. Born Dec. 15, 1936 in Somerset, son of Weller and Mary (Miller) Bent. Preceded in death by parents, wife the former Sue Ann Dailey, and brother Jay. Survived by children: David (Sandy) Bent, Susan (Richard) Peck, James (Tammy) Bent, and Kevin Bent; grandchildren: Jacob, Jessie, Brandon, Michael, Jessica, Jimmy, and Danny; several great grandchildren; and sister Audrey Ludy. James was a retired U.S. Army Veteran. He also retired from Wheeler Brothers. Family will receive friends from 12 noon until service at 2 p.m. Tuesday at Deaner Funeral Home, Stoystown. Rev. Jay Shaffer officiating. Interment Walker Cemetery, Shanksville. Military Rites by the Somerset Co. Honor Guard. DeanerFuneralsAndCremations.com