Willie (Sarge) Brent, Sr. a retired Sergeant in the United States Army and a retired longshoreman entered into eternal rest on Sunday, August 29, 2010. Beloved husband of Rosie Brent. Father of Willie Brent, Jr., Michelle Williams, Karl Brent, David Brent, and Trellia Brent. Grandfather of Michael , Karris, Jekia, Gerald, Jaron, and Daniel Brent, also survived by a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, other relatives and friends. Age: 86 years a native of Franklinton, La. and a resident of Avondale, La. for over 50 years.Relatives and friends of the family also pastors, officers, and members of Little Zion Baptist Church and neighboring churches. Members of the longshoreman association are invited to attend the funeral service at Little Zion Baptist Church 433 Avondale Garden Rd. Avondale, La. on Saturday, September 4, 2010 at 10:00a.m. Rev. Nelson Wait and Bishop David Brent officiating Visitation will begin at 8:30a.m. until service time at the above named church Interment: Restlawn Park Cemetery-Avondale, La. Arrangements by Davis Mortuary Service 230 Monroe St.Gretna, La. To view and sign the guest book, please go to www.davismortuaryservice.com