In Memoriam K.D.B.
It is with great sadness that I regret to have to inform you of the passing of our good friend Kent Daniel Bentkowski a.k.a. Kentroversy. Kent was an exceptional researcher, writer, and investigator of the para-political as well as the spiritual and magical. His web sites The Kentroversy Papers and The Kentroversy Tapes made his work familiar to many. He was a guest on this show numerous times and I also appeared on his podcast. We spoke to each other regularly and I always enjoyed spending that time with him.
Kent passed on Wednesday 30 July 2008. He is survived by his wife, young son, and sister. Kent was a good friend and accepting his passing is difficult. As many of you may have been aware, Kent was suffering recently from a number of health problems. Ultimately, he fought a lot harder and was much more courageous in the face of his condition than should be expected of anyone. Much of the time he was in pain and uncomfortable, yet he still was pleasant and able to deliver a tremendous volume of written and recorded material in a short time span. He was in the middle of working on a book about symbolism in media that was sure to have been fascinating. Kent truly was in the prime of his career. Unfortunately, we only have his legacy now, but that is no small thing. We can read his many research articles or listen to his podcasts and learn what it was that he stood for: truth, liberty, love for the people of America and the ideals of the American Revolution, exposing corruption in its many guises, and that there is more to life than just what we experience with our five senses. Kent was strong-willed, loyal, intelligent, and filled with integrity. He was opinionated and not afraid to let anyone know it.
Some of my favorite moments with Kent include “Podcast 22 - A Path to Magick” in which Kent discusses his spiritual and magical path, the “Ascended Masters Discussion” and the recent “Authentic Tradition” episode on Kent’s show. He also appears in “Podcast 3 - The Kentroversy Papers“, “Podcast 11 - Kentroversy on Talismans and Mass Media Black Magic, pt. 1“, “Podcast 15 - Kentroversy on Talismans and Mass Media Black Magic, pt. 2“, “Podcast 27 - H.P. Lovecraft Roundtable Discussion“, and “Podcast 38 - A Conversation on Ancient Egypt“.
Unbeknownst to me, in what was to be our last conversation, on Monday 28 July, Kent’s final words to me were, “Love is the Law.”
Kent, you are missed, brother, and as you said many times, “I’ll catch you on the other side.” Farewell.
See also the Red Ice Creations article on Kent’s passing that features a short audio clip of Henrik and I talking about Kentroversy and includes links to all of Kent’s recorded interviews on Red Ice Radio. There is also a forum page set up for you to share your thoughts and feelings with each other and for Kent’s son (when he is a little older).
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August 6th, 2008 at 12:44 am
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August 6th, 2008 at 2:52 pm
Although I only became aware of his work somewhat recently, I feel K.D.B’s passing is a terrible loss to us all of an amazingly intelligent, courageous person. I’m glad Kent is finally free of the pain that was evident in his voice in recent recordings but he will be greatly missed.
August 6th, 2008 at 4:31 pm
That is horrible news!
I woke up yesterday morning thinking of him and had a feeling he had passed or was near passing.
I will miss him!
RIP Kent!
August 7th, 2008 at 8:57 am
Had been concerned about Ken this last week in particular…and today got the news via Redice…
Sorry that his work here in the “saha-world” is over, but objectively, am sure he’s in a MUCH better place/state of consciousness now…
August 7th, 2008 at 11:52 am
Kent’s site was one of the first that helped me understand the depth of the global elite families and bloodlines. I liked the carpet background on his site. He will be missed by many.
August 7th, 2008 at 12:39 pm
God bless Kent you will be missed, look after us from up there.
August 7th, 2008 at 12:49 pm
Very sad news to read! I enjoyed the man his podcasts!
RIP Kent!
We’ll miss you :)
All the best for his family !
August 7th, 2008 at 1:47 pm
Feel first for his family that feel pain now but kent is at a better place now m sure. I lost a parent at a young age myself so my heart goes to his son with the greeting that it will be hard for a while but it will getting better as time goes by. but cry now and let the time do its job
you were a field marshal for the good guys kent.
Thanks Kent.
August 7th, 2008 at 3:05 pm
this is unfortunate news. i noticed ken’s face on the red ice website and scrolled down to see why, then i read about his passing. i’ve found all his kentroversy tapes to be either entertaining, informative for personal growth purposes, generally interesting or sometimes all 3.
best wishes to ken’s family. thank you ken!
August 7th, 2008 at 3:57 pm
Thanks for this Greg!
I had left some words for Kent on his site, I went back several times to see if they had been posted so that I would know if he was still able to work…the comments I left for him never appeared, and so I can only assume that he never saw them.
He will be missed.
August 7th, 2008 at 5:37 pm
I had been in contact with him only a few weeks ago.
Sadly he will be very missed.
Rest in Peace.
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August 7th, 2008 at 7:08 pm
kent was fantastic…he had courage…my best to those in his circle…
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August 8th, 2008 at 10:48 am
Hi Greg,
Sounds like he was a fighter. I am so sorry to hear about your friend. Hang in there.
August 8th, 2008 at 5:23 pm
Unfortunately it was becoming obvious with every new podcast that Kent’s health was worsening but he remained a fearless champion of truth and a gentleman..
Very sad to hear of hs passing - regards to his family & friends.
August 8th, 2008 at 8:52 pm
[...] I did not know the man at all. But from reading memorials for him at Red Ice Creations and Occult of Personality, he was well respected by these people and he was a warrior against the NWO global [...]
August 9th, 2008 at 3:59 pm
Very sad news. Greg, the mutual respect you and Kent shared was evident in your interviews with him. Best wishes to his family and friends in this sad time.
August 10th, 2008 at 3:40 pm
Very sad news. A truly inspirational blogger, researcher & interviewer & a benchmark for all true fighters for he truth.
God bless, Kent -
Troy
August 13th, 2008 at 10:05 pm
Thank you to all who have left a comment. Your kinds words are very much appreciated. Be well.
August 16th, 2008 at 3:04 pm
Rest in peace Kent…
Thank you for all you shared with us.
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Tom
August 17th, 2008 at 1:34 pm
This is sad news.
Rest in peace Kent.
I will remember him at mass.
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+Thomas
August 20th, 2008 at 3:40 pm
Kent, my brother, I hope you have now found peace.
Love is the law. Love under Will.
August 21st, 2008 at 9:34 am
This is shattering news. I had the honor of meeting Kent once, spoke and corresponded with him many times and was always struck by his questioning mind, his personal integrity, and his great love of the truth. He is a real loss to all of us.
August 21st, 2008 at 3:49 pm
Extremely saddened by this news. Somehow I thought he would beat all those physical demons again. He will be sorely missed. Au revoir Kent.
August 31st, 2008 at 10:20 pm
Well I hated to hear the news of his passing. I know that he has left a small child and he is who I am sure will be most affected by his passing. Could we all try to keep his son and family in our thoughts. I know that he will be missed by all that knew him. He was a kindred spirit and respected Brother. I do hope that he will find his truth and have rest.
September 8th, 2008 at 4:51 am
I would like to add this site to mine. Kent actually passed away Thursday the 31st not Wednesday. We had been in constant contact and talked the day before of day of his passing. I was checking some of the people Kent mentioned and found this wonderful memorial you made for Kent. Thank you from the bottom of my heart- he would be proud of what you’ve done. His wife and sister were only given Greg’s and my phone numbers to contact when he passed away or went back to the hospital. Just know he passed away at home with his wife and son and led a very full life even tho it was so dreadfully challenging and short. His work will live on- his sister will see to it. Thanks again, Greg, Patti
September 9th, 2008 at 5:22 am
for the little i learnt from this great figure it was more than enough to get me started,i would really miss u kent bothe as my spiritual teacher and a friend in the path.
isaac
ghana
west africa
September 15th, 2008 at 4:46 pm
Synkronos, I totally agree with your comment. We are all thinking about how much WE have lost with Ken’t passing. But we forgot his son. Maybe his son will read these comments one day.
September 25th, 2008 at 8:31 pm
[...] late Kent Bentkowski, no slouch when it came to financial independence and understanding (unlike yours truly), saw this [...]
October 8th, 2008 at 11:14 am
Kent,
You were proven correct in advising your readers to buy gold. I just hope that people took your advice. God bless you.
October 16th, 2008 at 3:37 am
After allowing myself some time to process and think about the whole situation and read all the other notes….
((i want to tell kent’s son - if he ever does read this that - his dad was a beautifull , caring and sharing individual who never EVER stopped working for the world. Even in his most painfull times….. Your father was a legend and you should be proud !!!!!!!!!
He loved you so much and often talked about you…. many do not have this kind of background or support - you should feel safe in that knowledge.
I’ll miss him— but he’s not really gone.
much love
dan
November 14th, 2008 at 4:06 am
Greg
I am Kentroversy’s spiritual sister Lady Justice.
The Godmother to his son Anthony Owen. I have misplaced your phone # and we need to talk. There is so much more to add to Kentroversy’s Legacy. I was the one who got him home from the hospital, I was too late and number of things occurred that should be revealed. The final conversations we shared and his final requests for his son’s future were placed in my hands. I need all the help the truth can give. The torch was passed. Please contact me so we can continue to move forward.
January 1st, 2009 at 6:08 pm
Kent you will be missed by everyone. I was introduced to your work through Red Ice Creations. And I want to thank them publicly for bringing you back time after time. The interview I enjoyed the most was the one where you spoke about Star Trek.