Shari McNitt Brent, Hutchinson, died Thursday, April 18, 2019, at the Hospice House in Hutchinson, KS.

She was born February 28, 1970, to Kenneth and Joyce (Langrehr) McNitt in Colorado Springs, CO. Her parents later moved to Hutchinson to be closer to family. Shari was a graduate of Hutchinson High School. She married Kenneth Brent; they lived several years in Wichita before being divorced.

Shari is survived by one daughter, Cassondra Marlene Brent of Hutchinson, who is an assistant manager of a Spangles Restaurant in Hutchinson.

Shari particularly enjoyed playing board games with her mother and daughter. The three of them also liked to snuggle in bed together to watch TV and movies. Her best friends were her dogs. Her last dog, Emma, died just a month before Shari. Pet lovers may know the beautiful story of “The Rainbow Bridge”, in which the bridge connects heaven and earth. In the meadow at the foot of the bridge, beloved pets wait for their masters. Shari and Emma have now crossed the Rainbow Bridge together, never to be separated.

There will be no public visitation as cremation was chosen. There will be a private family service held at a later date.

Memorial contributions can be made to the Humane Society and can be sent in care of Hutchinson Funeral Chapel, 300 E. 30 Ave. Hutchinson, KS. 67502.

For online condolences, please visit www.hutchinsonfc.com