Kent Edwin Dove

Kent Edwin Dove, 73, of Bloomington, IN, passed away peacefully Sunday, December 9, 2018, after a long battle with diabetes. Born February 25, 1945, in Elwood, IN, to Robert and Grace Georgel, Kent was reared by Jean and Grace Dove in Peru, IN, after Robert was killed in WWII. Kent developed an early love of writing and joined the Peru Tribune staff as a sports writer while still attending high school. He was later graduated from Indiana University with a degree in Journalism. An unsuccessful attempt to enlist in the armed forces led Kent to what would become his "dream" job. Wanting to "give back," Kent went to work at the Indiana University Foundation. During his almost 50 year career in fundraising Kent worked for, and with, numerous colleges, universities and non-profits. Kent also spent time advancing the profession of development by writing books, teaching, and working with several national fundraising organizations. Kent was blessed to work at what he really enjoyed. Kent's love of IU basketball, Alabama football, Pepsi, ketchup, Spanish hot dogs and shrimp was matched only by his love for his family and friends. He is survived by his wife of 47 years, Sandra English, his two children, Jason Charles and Kerrye Kathleen (Michael Gerlach), three grandchildren, Katherine Elizabeth (6), Harrison Kent (4) and Caroline Elise (10 months) and his brother Kurt Allen Dove. He is preceded in death by his parents. A celebration of life reception will be held at the Indiana University Foundation (1500 State Rd 46, Bloomington, IN 47408) on Friday, December 28, from 2:00 to 4:00 in the afternoon. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that a donation be made to the charity of your choice. Day & Deremiah-Frye Funeral Home is entrusted with arrangements. Online condolences may be given to the family at www.DayDeremiahFrye.com