Hubert Hazes Avent Obituary
We are sad to announce that on June 9, 2023, at the age of 81, Hubert Hazes Avent of Etta, Mississippi passed away. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.
He was predeceased by: his parents, James Avent and Nantha Avent; and his siblings, Rudolph, Jimmy, Ivene and Jacquline.
He is survived by: his wife Barbara Clark Avent; his children, Anthony, Quay, Konjit, Joshua and Zachary (Tracy); his grandchildren, Zoey, Julian and Zion; and his siblings, Joe Linda, Rodney, Gloria, Gregory (Sandy) and C. W.. He is also survived by nieces, nephews, cousins and life long friends.
In recognition of his work and overall contributions to the advancement of community based public health services, Hubert was inducted in the SIU College of Business Hall of Fame and served as the President of the SIU Black Alumni Group from 1999 - 2003.
