Christien John Joseph Parent, 72, of Chester passed away Monday, October 7, 2013 at his home. Mr. Parent was preceded in death by his wife, Marita Parent. Christien was a retired U.S. Army veteran serving in Vietnam and receiving two Bronze Stars during his career. He is survived by his son Frank J. Parent and wife Martha, a granddaughter, Catherine "Cat" Parent and a sister, Ann Allen. The family will receive friends from 12:30 pm to 1:30 pm Friday, October 11, 2013 at the Memorial Chapel on Fort Lee Base with a funeral service at 1:30 pm. Interment will be in Arlington National Cemetery at a later date.