Kent George Profit was born on April 21, 1944, to George Reginald Profit and Patricia Annette O’Brien in Seattle, Washington. He passed away peacefully at his home in Big Piney, Wyoming, on October 29, 2026, surrounded by loved ones here on earth and those that welcomed him in Heaven.

Kent’s family roots in Wyoming ran deep. His great-grandparents homesteaded in LaBarge, Wyoming, in 1912, and Kent spent his first-grade year there. His family later moved to Idaho, where he graduated from Middleton High School with the Class of 1962. No matter where life took them, the family always made their way back to the T.E. O’Brien Ranch in Big Piney. Those visits helped establish a lasting connection to the area Kent would eventually call home.

On September 26, 1970, Kent married Judith Ann Smith. Together, they welcomed two daughters, Tanya in September 1972 and Cheryl in January 1975.

Kent wore many hats throughout his life, but hard work was always a constant. He began his career as a truck driver at just 18 years old, an occupation he carried with him throughout his life. He eventually founded KP Trucking in the early 2000s and worked as an owner-operator across numerous industries. A man of exceptional work ethic, Kent was never intimidated by a challenging job. He took tremendous pride in what he did, and even in his later years, he could be found putting in a hard day's work and tackling whatever project was in front of him. He was simply not one to sit still.

Kent's life was filled with adventures and hobbies. In his younger years, he earned his private pilot's license and shared plenty of stories about his flying adventures. He also spent time team roping, a passion he would enjoy even more in his later years. One of his proudest moments came when he and his partner, Bob Bing, competed in Rock Springs for a chance to qualify for the World Series of Team Roping in Las Vegas. With the top 50 teams qualifying for the payout, Kent and Bob finished 51st out of more than 300 teams. It was an accomplishment he was proud of and a memory he cherished.

In 1998, Kent earned one of his most treasured titles when he became Pa with the birth of his first grandson, Tanner Kent Elliott. He was soon joined by Mathiew Sage Pierce in 1999, Teagan James Elliott in 2002, and Ruby Judith Pierce in 2003. Known affectionately as Pa to his grandchildren, it didn't take long before he became Pa to just about every kid who crossed his path.

Kent was one of his grandchildren's biggest fans. Distance was never an excuse, and he made every effort to be there for their activities, games, and milestones. Even after his grandchildren graduated, his loyalty to the Big Piney Punchers never wavered. He continued traveling to away games and cheering from the stands at as many home games as he could. He was a proud grandfather, and his family always knew they had someone in their corner.

Kent was preceded in death by his parents, George and Annette Profit; his wife, Judy; his brother, Mike Profit, and sister-in-law, Ilene Profit; his sister, JaNeane Hays; and his grandson, Tanner Kent Elliott.

He is survived by his daughters, Tanya (Steven) Greenwell and Cheryl (Vince) Pierce; his grandchildren, Mathiew (Hannah) Pierce, Ruby Pierce, Devon Eddie, Teagan Elliott, Lainee Andersen, Ryan Hristco, Kimberly (Eric) Tuten, KC Greenwell, Tyler Greenwell, Trevor (Jenny) Greenwell, Shelby Greenwell, Sadie Greenwell, and Colter (Misty) Stene; his great-grandchildren, Athena and Aurora Tuten, Marshall Swett, Autumn and Kenna Pierce, Myles Kent Elliott, Jesalie, Mia and Jackson Greenwell, Blaze and Brody Oakley, Rosalie Greenwell, and Tatum, Harper, Raelynn, and Barrett Stene; his sisters, Toni David and Laurel Profit; along with several nieces and nephews.

It is nearly impossible to condense Kent's big, full life into a few paragraphs. His work history alone could fill pages, and his adventures and stories could keep a room entertained for hours. But those who knew Kent don't need an obituary to tell them who he was. They know the stories, the laughter, the determination, and the unmistakable presence that came with him.

Kent never met a stranger. He was genuinely interested in people, never missing an opportunity to hear someone's story, strike up a conversation, or lend a helping hand. He lived life on his own terms, worked hard, played hard, loved his family, and left his mark on countless lives along the way.

He was a hardworking man, a proud father and grandfather, a loyal friend, and a cowboy through and through. His stories will be told for years to come, his presence will be deeply missed, and his legacy will live on through the many lives he touched.

Heaven gained one hell of a cowboy.

A graveside service will be held Friday November 6th at 11:00 a.m. at the Plainview Cemetery in Big Piney. A celebration of life will follow the services at the Sublette County Fairgrounds. It will be a pie and coffee social and in lieu of flowers friends and loved ones are encouraged to bring a pie to share. If you can't be there in person, then please donate to a charity of your choice.