Kent Andrew Kussmaul

Kent Andrew Kussmaul

June 22, 1964 – September 3, 2025

Kent Andrew Kussmaul, beloved father, grandfather, partner, son, and friend, passed away on September 3, 2025, in Suffolk, Virginia, at the age of 61. Born on June 22, 1964, in New York, Kent lived a life defined by love for his family, a deep appreciation for the outdoors, and an easygoing nature that made him unforgettable to everyone who knew him.

Kent’s greatest joy was being a father to his children, Brett and Brandon, and an adoring grandfather to Preston, Maxwell, and Ryder, who will soon make his arrival. His love for them was endless and evident in the way he showed up with pride, laughter, and unwavering support. Kent found true happiness in his role as “PopPop,” and his grandchildren brought light to his days and stories to his smile.

He is also survived by his loving partner, Christi, who shared in his joys, his adventures, and his quiet moments. Together they built a life of companionship and care, filled with memories on the serene property Kent loved so dearly.

Kent is also remembered with deep respect and gratitude by his former wife, Lisa, with whom he shared nearly three decades of marriage and the joy of raising their children. Though their paths diverged, Kent and Lisa remained close friends and steadfast partners in family, continuing to support one another. Together, they formed the foundation of the extended family Kent treasured above all else.

A man of simple pleasures and great passions, Kent cherished time spent outdoors, especially hunting on his land. Surrounded by nature and the peace it brought him, he found balance and fulfillment in those quiet, early mornings and long, reflective days.

Kent will be remembered for his humor, his generosity, and the way he made people feel at ease in his presence. His legacy will live on in the family he loved so deeply, the friends who cherished him, and the countless memories that will be retold with laughter and love.

Kent was preceded in death by his parents, Gustave and Ruth Kussmaul and brother, Tony Albert. He is survived by his children, Brett McGary (and family) and Brandon Kussmaul (and family); his grandchildren, Preston, Maxwell, and Ryder; his partner, Christi Fortenberry and her daughter Khandice Dao; his ex-wife, Lisa Kussmaul; as well as his sister Linda Apostolakos and many dear friends.

The family will honor Kent in private, forgoing a formal service. In lieu of flowers, the family encourages friends to honor Kent by spending time outdoors, cherishing loved ones, or raising a glass in his memory.

Professional services with dignity have been entrusted to Crocker Funeral Home, Inc.