Cary Joe Trent, 56, of Sweet Home passed away Friday, June 29, 2012. He was born in Lebanon, Oregon to Oliver Dale Trent and Shirley Jean (Scott) Whitton.

He lived in the Sweet Home area until 1991 when he moved to Nikiski, Alaska. In 2001, Cary moved back to Sweet Home and lived here until his passing.

Cary worked for various companies as an appliance repairman and in the oil fields in Alaska.

He loved fishing, camping, swimming, and spending time with his grandkids, children, wife, and other family members.

Cary is survived by: his wife, Irene Trent of Sweet Home; mother, Shirley Whitton of Sweet Home; sons, Joe (and his wife Amber) Trent of Kasilof, Alaska and Jason (and his wife Crystal) Trent of Soldotina, Alaska; brother, Louis Trent of Pendleton; grandchildren, Ruby Trent, Destiny Trent, Brooklynn Kean, Patrick Trent, Alyssa Trent, Jessica Trent, Jason Trent Jr., Travis Trent, and Gage Trent — all of Alaska.

He was preceded in death by his father, Oliver Dale Trent, and stepfather, Larry D. Whitton.

Currently, no formal services are planned at this time.

Arrangements are under the direction of Sweet Home Funeral Chapel.