James A. Gentry Obituary
With solemn reverence, we commemorate James A. Gentry in Urbana, Illinois, born in Wingate, Indiana, whose life came to an end on July 25, 2024 at the age of 93, leaving behind cherished memories. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of James A. Gentry to show support.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Robert Wayne Gentry and Autumn Beatrice Gentry (Quick); and his sister Martha Ann. He is survived by: his wife Mary Rohan Gentry (Mars); his children, Jennifer L. Gentry (Janet Englund), James B. Gentry (Leslie) and Kirsten E. Poetzel (Adam); his grandchildren, James C. Gentry, Hannah Gentry, Laura Poetzel, Anna Nurmi (Ethan) and Aaron Poetzel; his great grandchild Delaney Gentry; and his stepchildren, Alexis Strack Phillips (Jonathan) and Jordan Strack.
In lieu of flowers, Jim would like donations to the University of Illinois Foundation designating Friends of WILL Radio or Television or to the Gies College of Business Faculty Excellence Fund at P.O. Box 734500, Chicago, IL 60673-4500.
