BORN

1938

DIED

2017

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Kent Bristol Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Jun. 17, 2017.

Arrangements under the direction of Marsh Funeral Home, Gurnee, IL.

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June 25, 2023

Friend

Tina Redmond

I love you

June 29, 2018

Friend

G. Misha Plotnick

Good bye dear friend may a bevy of angels carry you to that great easel in the cosmos, tutti

November 20, 2017

Armande Vasilopoulos

I didn't find out until today that Kent had passed away and am so very sorry. I have such fond memories of our friendship starting in 7th grade, continuing through four years at Warren Township High School, and two years at Northern Illinois University. We last saw each other at our 50-year high school reunion and am so sorry we lost touch. The other entries show the positive impact you made on your students just as you did for your classmates so very many years ago. Know you are brightening up heaven as well. Your wonderful smile and winning laugh are sorely missed, dear friend..

June 29, 2017

Student

Susan Giwoyna Bauer

Mr. Bristol greatly influenced my love for art. I was blessed to have him as a teacher for many classes during my years at Willowbrook. May God comfort his family and all those who knew and loved him.

June 29, 2017

Dave Pasciuto

Godspeed Mr. Bristol, you were a huge inspiration to my artwork and career. My memories of your humor and being in your class are very fond. Take care friend, much love to you and your family.

June 28, 2017

Student

Meghan McArdle Everhart

Mr. Bristol was one of my favorite teachers. He had a lot of patience with me through some difficult times in high school. Sleep well and rest in peace.

June 28, 2017

Student

Debbie (Weiser) Fasenmyer

Thoughts and prayers for KB's family, friends, former students and staff. He was a great art teacher. I was fortunate to have him during my time at WBHS for several classes. I'm glad he could share his passion for so many years and touch so many young lives. We need more teachers like him. Art is so important.
I know he will be missed by many.

June 28, 2017

Debra Bailey

Mr. Bristol you'll be missed. Had you as one of my Art Teacher's at Willow Brook. Class of 84 madin name was Debra Matthews. I know now you'll be helping to paint the sky.

June 27, 2017

Pattie Nolan

A kind, funny, Smart man who taught us life, not just Art! My best friend & i considered him a friend...we lost touch i was always looking...Aur Reviour, my sentimental friend...we will NEVER forget you! I was so lucky to know him at all...

June 27, 2017

David Knoebber

Very sad news. A great teacher in my art department at Willowbrook
Great memories of a wonderful guy
Taught with him for twenty eight years
My thoughts and prayers are with him and his family

June 27, 2017

Gail Campbell

R.I.P. You were not only kind, you were the best Art teacher. I am very thankful to have been one of your students.

June 26, 2017

Student

Mandy Cox

Mr. Bristol was amazing and taught me that it is more beautiful and natural to not be perfect. A lesson I think of all the time. Some teachers stick with you forever and he is certainly one. Peace to you Mr. Bristol and your family too.

June 26, 2017

Student

LARRY MATTHEWS

R.I.P. Mr. Bristol !!! " The Best Art Teacher at Willowbrook High School in Villa Park, ILL.

June 26, 2017

Student

Sheri Wardo

Sadden by the news of Mr. Bristol passing. He was an awesome teacher .
Prayers and hugs to all

June 18, 2017

Marc McClellan

Bryan, Our condolences to you and your family at this difficult time.
Marc & John

June 17, 2017

May God's loving kindness and comfort help you and your family through this very sad time Psalms 29:11

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