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William Robert “Bob” Trent, 73, of Morganton, NC, died Sunday, December 1, 2024.
Born in Burke County, NC on May 12, 1951, he was the son of the late Grant William Trent and Annie Lee Cobb Trent Smith.
He was a US Marine Corps Veteran and volunteered with Toys for Tots. He was a simple man who loved being outside.
Bob is survived by his sister, Rita Trent DeVinney; nephew, Trent DeVinney; great-niece, Madison; and great-nephews, Cooper and Andrew.
In addition to his parents, Bob was preceded in death by a half-sister, Marva Alder.
A private graveside service will be held at the Western Carolina State Veterans Cemetery.
Sossoman Funeral Home and Crematory Center is assisting the family with the arrangements.
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I had the pleasure of knowing Bob since 2011. We both were members of the Marine Corp League #1197 Morganton, NC I always loved listening to Bob tell his stories to me and was eager each month to see what history he provided as the Historian of the detachment. He did love outside and often spoke to me on the wildlife where he lived. I miss him and was very saddened to hear of his passing recently. God Speed
Bob was a good man. I enjoyed our time together especially our trip to and from Parris Island. He was a wonderful story teller and was always willing to help others. Semper Fi Marine.
Bob was a kind, generous and wonderful person. He was smart, and also had a comical side. Prayers for his family...RIP my friend...
Bob was a good friend for many years. He will surely be missed by many of us. R.I.P. BOB
Bob was a good friend we went to school together he always was friendly and was one of the funniest guys you would ever meet we all called him punchboard RIP my friend
So sorry for your loss I knew Bob for many years he was a nice and kind man .If you ever met him, he never forgot who you was and you didn't forget him as well Will be Praying for the Family Bless you all