Kent Stephen Wickman, age 39, passed away at North Colorado Medical Center in Greeley, Colorado, on Tuesday, April 13, 2021. Kent was born January 6, 1982 in Altoona, Pennsylvania, to Robert and Clare (Cross) Wickman.
Kent grew up in Prairie Farm, Wisconsin, lived in Huron, South Dakota for two years, and has resided in Greeley for the last 21 years. He graduated from Greeley Central High School.
Kent worked as a dishwasher in the restaurant industry. Despite his disability, he worked very hard and was proud of his job. He was passionate about his work and gave it his all.
Kent had a passion for powerlifting and competed many times in the Special Olympics. Early in his powerlifting career he qualified to compete at the World Special Olympics. He loved football and worked with football players at UNC. His favorite teams were the 49ers and the Broncos. He enjoyed going to Broncos training camp, where he could meet and associate with professional players. He liked playing softball, socializing, listening to music, hunting, and playing video games. Kent loved spending time with his family—they meant everything to him. He gave great bear hugs! His nicknames were Strongman and Big Dog.
Kent was a very active member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints. He enjoyed providing service, especially in his calling as a greeter.
Kent was preceded in death by his father Robert Chester Wickman, and his brother Aaron Chester Wickman. He is survived by his mother Clare Wickman, brothers Bryan Wickman, Derrick Travis, Graydon Wickman, Patrick Wickman, and Logan Wickman, sisters Lorena Lyrek, Brenda Anderson, Nicole Aguilar, Janet Wickman, and Ellen Hubbard, as well as numerous nieces and nephews.
A visitation will be held at 9:00 AM on Friday, April 23, 2021, followed by services starting at 11:00 AM at The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints, 501 49th Avenue, Greeley, CO 80634. Committal service will be held at 12:30 PM at Linn Grove Cemetery.
Memorial contributions may be made to the Special Olympics in care of Allnutt Funeral Service, Macy Chapel, 6521 W 20th Street, Greeley, CO 80634.
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