Brent Linnell Shiflett

April 22, 1966 - October 6, 2016

Brent Linnell Shiflett was born in Quincy, Illinois, April 22, 1966. He passed away at his mother's home on October 6, 2016. He is survived by his mother, Lois (Shiflett) Stone; one brother, Chad Shiflett; one nephew, Dylan Shiflett; two uncles, Donnell Shiflett and Dale Atha; three aunts, Carletta and Alma Shiflett, and Sharon Atha; several close cousins; past longtime companion, Dena Lyford and family, especially grandson , Donovan Crider; and many close friends. Brent was preceded in death by his father, F. Linnell Shiflett; beloved sister, Dawn Linn Shiflett; Grandparents, Elster "Red" and Arlene Judas, and Ernie and Lillian Shiflett; three uncles, E.L. and Bernie Glennell Shiflett, and Dennis Judas; one aunt, Nancy Shiflett; and his black poodle, Maggie, who spent every hour possible by Brent's side for over ten years. Visitation will be held at Rhodes Funeral Home, October 22, 2016 beginning at 1:00 pm with a brief memorial service to follow beginning at 2:30 pm. from Sister Donna. The family invites all family and friends to the Elks Lodge following the service for a celebratory toast in Brent's memory. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests memorials to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, or Pleasant Grove Baptist Church Cemetery Fund and may be left at or sent to the funeral home, 216 Linn Street, Brookfield, Missouri 64628. On-line registry at www.rhodesfh.com