Birth date: Aug 19, 1935 Death date: Oct 2, 2021
Kent James Krive, age 86, of North Muskegon, MI died peacefully in his sleep on October 2, 2021. He was born in Manistee, MI on August 19, 1935, to James and Fern (Loken) Krive. He graduated from Lakeview High School, Class of 195 Read Obituary
I just found out about his passing. I am so very sad to hear this. So many great memories with Mr. Krive throughout the years. He absolutely changed my life!! My condolences to his family, especially Charlotte. I was so blessed to have him in my life. He is responsible for generations of fine clarinetists! His class, character, and example are lessons for us all! RIP my teacher! See you one day again for our next duet!
I attended MHS during the years Mr.
Knives was our band director. I was
in choir. His influence affected our
performance in choir also. A great
teacher n professional
So sorry to hear of Mr. Krive's passing. I had him as a bad director and private teacher since I was in 5th grade at Oakview School, then at Steele Jr. High which then he went on to Muskegon High School where I also had him there. He was a great teacher. He made Muskegon High School Band a great one. My deepest sympathies to his family.
Mr. Krive was so very important and influential to me and my fellow band-mates both at Steele Jr High and as he transitioned to Muskegon HS during our last two years (1967-69). One of my favorite memorites was seeing his reacton to John Weigand posting the inning-by-inning score of the Detroit Tigers - St Louis Cardinals World Series Game 6 on the chalkboard (which the Tigers won 13-1) while we were in band practice. John was first chair clarinet and, as they racked up 10 runs in the third inning, he kept getting up to change the score (obviously, he was listening to a radio as he played!). At one point, Mr. Krive turned around to see the changing score and got excited along with all of us, in spite of the fact that he was trying to keep us on pace with practice of one of our pieces. He was a dedicated teacher and leader, one I will always remember and admire.
I posted this in December of 2020
I was on my way into town this morning listening to blue lake radio. The announcer came across and said Kent Krive Jr. just gave a donation in honor of his parents 63rd wedding anniversary. After that he said that Kent Krive himself just gave a donation in honor of his 63rd wedding anniversary.
Mr. Krive was our band director at Muskegon High School, and my band director at Steele Junior High as well. He was a well groomed teacher who helped us reach performance excellence, and mentored through his own demeanor how to conduct ourselves with grace, self discipline and respect for others. His own talent on the clarinet was inspiring to me as a performer. During my visit with my brother Larry today, I shared what I had heard, and said I wanted Kent to know how much his influence on my life was positive. Larry said he felt the same way I do concerning Mr. Krive. My brother Chuck, who has gone on to be with our Lord, worked along side this leader and had the utmost respect for him.
All this to say, congratulations Mr. Krive and your wonderful wife, and may you both live to see 70 years of marriage together.
P.s. You've been married as long as I've been on this earth 😃. Kudos!
Praise the Lord for your influence in my life.
Alan Richards
To Charlotte, it was always good to see you and Kent at the Lake in Wisconsin. We are so very sorry for your loss.
I’m so very sorry for your’s and your family’s loss, Anne. I remember him very fondly.
