Andy Lynn Trent

Meadowview, Virginia

Andy Lynn Trent, 64, passed away Wednesday, September 18, 2024, at his home surrounded by his loving family.

Andy was born July 21, 1960, in Smyth County, Virginia to Delpha Mae Morrison Trent and the late Charles Jack Trent.   Andy retired after 40 years with the Virginia Department of Transportation where he made many lifelong friends.  Andy was a little league coach for many years, when not working for the highway department, Andy could be found hunting, fishing, or working with his son on the family farm.   He loved his family and adored his grandchildren.   Above all, Andy loved his Lord and was a faithful member of Damascus Road Baptist Church.   He will be missed dearly by all who knew and loved him. 

In addition to his father, he is preceded in death by his beloved daughter, Amy Trent and two brothers, Bob Trent and Eddie Trent.

Andy is survived by his loving wife of 44 years, Linda Trent; son, Russell Trent and wife Karen; his mother, Mae Trent; one brother, Johnny Trent and wife Janelle; three sisters, Sue Allison, Joann Kennedy, and Peggy Moore and husband Donnie; two grandchildren, whom he cherished, Katelyn ReMine and Khloe ReMine.  Andy is also survived by several nieces, nephews, and friends.

The family will receive friends Friday, September 20, 2024, from 5:00 P.M. until 7:00 P.M. at Damascus Road Baptist Church in Abingdon, Virginia.  A funeral service will follow at 7:00 P.M. at the Church with Pastor Caleb Holman officiating.   A committal service will be held Saturday, September 21, 2024, at 11:00 A.M. at Bethel Presbyterian Church Cemetery.   Those wishing to attend the graveside are asked to arrive at the cemetery by 10:45 A.M.

Randy Lewis, Frankie O’Quinn, Joey Arden, Dakota Shumate, Allen Kelly, and Russell Trent will serve as pallbearers. 

The men of Damascus Road Baptist Church and past and present employees of Virginia Department of Transportation will serve as honorary pallbearers.

The family would like to express their heartfelt appreciation to Gentiva Hospice, especially Taylor Boyd, Dr. Davis, and the nurses and staff of the Ballad Health Cancer Center.  

Frost Funeral Home and Cremation Services is honored to serve the family of Mr. Andy Trent.