After a lengthy illness Charles W. Lent Jr. left this life Oct. 29, 2012 surrounded by loving family & friends. He is survived by wife Mariann; daughter Jennifer (Dan) Crowley; grandchildren Rayallen Hernendez, Faustino, Kivan, Trina Crowley & expected granddaughter; brothers Larry (Lynne) Lent of St. Joseph, MO; Wes (Virginia) of Maitland, MO; sisters Esther Melvin of Highland, KS; Sharon (Jerry) Bruns of Highland, KS; several nieces, nephews & great nieces & nephews. Preceded in death by parents. Service is Wednesday, November 14, 2012, 2:00 PM at Olinger Highland Mortuary, Thornton, Colorado. Inurnment to follow service at Olinger Highland Cemetery. Reception to follow inurnment at the Mortuary. In lieu of flowers contributions may be made to: American Lung Association & National Foundation of Cancer Research. Charles will be deeply missed by all who knew and loved him. He will be forever in our hearts and in our minds. Arrangements Entrusted to Olinger Highland Mortuary & Cemetery, Thornton, Colorado.