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In Memory Of

Gavin King, age 14, of Miles City.

March 10, 2000 – September 21, 2014

Gavin King, age 14, of Miles City passed away on Sunday, September 21, 2014 at the Holy Rosary Hospital in Miles City.

Gavin was born on March 10, 2000 in Miles City, MT, the son of Kim Thompson and Timothy King. Gavin grew up and attended grade school in Miles City. He was quite the athlete playing everything from football, basketball, golf and baseball. He loved watching his New York Giants play on Sundays. Gavin was always ready to go on an adventure on a moment’s notice. He enjoyed going on dirt bike trips with his friends from RMC as well as hunting trips with his father, stepfather, brother, and friends. Gavin always put others needs in front of his own. During Christmas, you would find him fretting over gifts to buy for his family, making sure that everyone had a gift to open. Gavin always had a smile on his face. He was so proud to have his first job working next to his dad at RMC. His loving and kind natured spirit will be missed by all. Gavin was a freshman in High School at the time he passed away.

Gavin is survived by his parents Kim (Todd) Thompson of Glendive, MT & Timothy King of Miles City, MT; brother Tristan Alderman of Glendive, MT; his grandparents Mike & Sue King of Miles City, Bill (Kathy) Alderman of Miles City, MT and Darlene (Ed) Songer of Grass Range, MT, Robin and Patty Thompson of Glendive, MT; and numerous aunts, uncles, cousins & friends.

Visitation will be held on Thursday, September 25, 2014 at Stevenson & Sons Funeral Home with family receiving friends from 4:00-6:00 p.m. Funeral services will be held Friday, September 26, 2014 at 10:00 a.m. at the Assembly of God Church in Miles City. Interment will follow in the family lot of the Custer County Cemetery.

Service Schedule

Visitation

1:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.

Thursday September 25, 2014

Stevenson & Sons Funeral Home

1717 Main Street

Miles City, Montana 59301

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Family to Receive Friends

4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.

Thursday September 25, 2014

Stevenson & Sons Funeral Home

1717 Main Street

Miles City, Montana 59301

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Funeral Service

10:00 a.m.

Friday September 26, 2014

Assembly Of God Church

3300 Horizon Parkway

Miles City, Montana 59301

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Interment

Friday September 26, 2014

Custer County Cemetery

Miles City, Montana 59301

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Service Schedule

Visitation

1:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.

Thursday September 25, 2014

Stevenson & Sons Funeral Home

1717 Main Street

Miles City, Montana 59301

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Family to Receive Friends

4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.

Thursday September 25, 2014

Stevenson & Sons Funeral Home

1717 Main Street

Miles City, Montana 59301

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Funeral Service

10:00 a.m.

Friday September 26, 2014

Assembly Of God Church

3300 Horizon Parkway

Miles City, Montana 59301

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Interment

Friday September 26, 2014

Custer County Cemetery

Miles City, Montana 59301

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  1. Tim words cannot express how sad we are to hear of Gavin’s passing. Stay strong my friend.

  2. I am so very, very sorry to hear of Gavin’s passing. Prayers for you, Tim, your mom and dad and family. Jan

  3. Deepest sympathy to Kim, Tristan & Todd with prayers for all of Gavin’s family. Judy Coldwell & Family

  4. Tim we are so sorry to hear about your wonderful son please let us know if there is anything we can do.

    Robert, Dellia, Holly, and John

  5. Tim we are so sorry to hear of Gavin’s passing, are thoughts and prayers are with you.
    Paul and Lisa Meecier

  6. Tim, and family, My heart is saden to hear of Gavin passing. Such a wonderful young man to be taken so early. God has received a very special angel. Hugs and prayers to all of you during this difficult time. Lynda

  7. Tim and family, our hearts are broken for you at this time. We are sending you hugs and prayers and will keep you in our thoughts. Bryan,Annette (Hicks),Dayton and Bridger Benton

  8. Tim, Please know that you are in my thoughts and prayers. I know all to well and understand the pain of the loss of a son, there are no words that will ease such a heartache. I am so sorry, for your loss.

  9. Tim, My heart aches for your loss. Gavin was such a delightful young man and we are all so grateful to have known him. I will treasure the many memories that I have of Gavin and hold those close to my heart forever. Jared wanted me to let you know again how much he loved Gavin and what a great best friend he was. You are in our thoughts and prayers. God Bless.
    Kasey & Family

  10. Gabrielle and I, are so sad to hear of Gavin’s passing, she said he was a great kid, smart, sweet and one of her classmates that she will miss. My prayers are with all of you at this time. We are so sorry.
    God Bless,
    Jontee and Gabrielle Ohanesian

  11. Kim,Todd, Tim,Tristan and all of Gavins wonderful family my heart breaks for you right now with a loss of such a wonderful young boy. May God wrap you in His loving arms during these difficult times. Hold all of the precious memories close for comfort in the coming days.

  12. I just wanted you to know that my thoughts and prayers go out to all of your family. I am so very sorry for your loss!

  13. Thoughts and prayers are with you as you struggle through the loss of Gavin. I am so sorry for your loss, he was a wonderful young man. Keep the faith!!

  14. Tim I am so so sorry tho hear about Gavin. I know words will never sooth the heart, only time will…..

  15. Gavin was such a great kid; he brought smiles to everyone when he entered the room. I am glad to have known him, and I am so very sorry for your loss. You are in our thoughts through this difficult time.

  16. Tim we are heart broken for you and your family’s loss of your son the worst heart ache ever the loss of your beloved child your in our thoughts and prays .

  17. Tim, you and your family are in our thoughts and prayers. We are so sorry to hear of the loss of your son.
    Tammy and Eric Elton

  18. Tim, Mike and your entire family. There are no words to express how saddened I was to hear about Gavin. Please know that you all are in our thoughts and prayers during this extremely difficult time.

  19. Gavin was the bravest kid I knew, he always stood tall with a positive look on this face. Even threw all the bulling all the bad things he shook it off like it was no problem. The best memorie I had with Gavin was the day me , Gavin, Jared, hailey, and Brock went to Walmart to mess around and we pushed eachother in shoping carts like racing down the i’lls. I pray for his family. I pray for Gavin. Rest in Paradise.

  20. Tim and Family, Very sorry to hear about Gavin’s passing. Please try to remember all the good, fun times you all had together. Prayers for you all.

  21. Gavin was the most brave, intelligent, amazing, and sure knows how to make everyone one laugh.. I could remember like it was eighth grade now, when I had you for history, science ad part of lunch… You sure make somebody laugh somehow.. History was Awsome, we were talking about heights and you you you were “medium tall” those were good memories, in eighth grade…. Rest In Peace Gavin.. And sorry for the lost for Gavin’s family…. Take care..

  22. My thoughts & prayers for the King family. May God wrap his arms around you & give you strength.

  23. Tim, I am so very sorry for the loss of your sweet son Gavin. I pray that God gives you and your family strength and comfort. I will always remember what an amazing dad you are and the love and bond that the two of you shared. Praying for you!!

  24. Tim, Suzanne, and family,
    Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Gavin was a great kid, whose sparkling eyes will never be forgotten! May precious memories be with you always.
    The Mader family.

  25. Tim and Family,
    We are deeply saddened to hear of the loss of your beautiful son. Gavin played on the same team as Hunter in football and baseball, it seemed like every year. He was always so funny, making everyone laugh. He always had a smile on his face, no matter what was going on. it always warmed my heart to see Gavin, with those beautiful eyes. He has made an inpact on many and will be deeply missed. Please let us know if there is anything you or your family needs.

  27. Tim and Family,

    Our deepest thoughts and prayers to all of you. We are all saddened by the news and your loss. May the brightest star in the sky be Gavin, looking down on you.

    Prayers
    Jason Adams

  28. So sorry for your loss! Sending many prayers to all of Gavin’s family.

  29. Tim, Suzanne, and Family,

    We are heartbroken for you. Gavin was an awesome young man and we can only imagine how difficult this must be. It was so evident that he shared a close bond with you and our prayers will continue as you deal with this unbelievable loss. May God comfort you and hold you close as only He can.

    Love and Prayers,
    Shawn and Candice Kelly

  30. Tim and family of Little Gavin,
    We are sincerely sorry for the loss of your beautiful son. May God wrap his arms around you and give you strength and comfort through this time. We will pray for all of you. God Bless.

  31. Kim and family: We are so sad for your loss. My heart aches for you and all of your family during this awful time. I will keep you in my prayers and pray that God will carry you all in his arms until somehow, you can stand again. Hugs to you all. Vic and Laura Lee

  33. Tim, you raised a remarkable young man. In life you meet people that are a pleasure to know, Gavin was a pleasure.
    We hold you in our heart and pray for strength.

  35. Tim & Family,
    We are so sorry for your loss. We have lots of great memories of Gavin. Remember the good times and your loved ones for the strength to get through this tough time.

  36. We are so sorry for your loss. What an amazing young man Gavin was! He will be missed by everyone. It was evident in the person that he was that he had a wonderful and loving father. The bond you two shared was immeasurebale . We will be praying that you find strength and peace during this difficult time.

  37. So sorry for your loss! May you find comfort in all your wonderful memories of Gavin. Prayers and hugs to your family as you get through this difficult time. Peace and blessings to your family.

  38. Tim & Family,
    Praying for you during this sad and difficult time. So sorry for your loss.

  39. Our hearts grieve with you over the loss of your precious son, Gavin. May our heavenly father carry you through this dark season and fill you with His peace that passes all understanding.

  40. I have so many fun memories of Gavin in the fifth grade. The twinkle in his eyes, his awesome sense of humor, and his laugh will always be remembered. Know that you are in my thoughts and prayers.

  41. Thinking of all of Gavin’s family during this very difficult time. My thoughts and prayers are with you.

  43. Kim Todd & Tristan. We are praying for all of you. It is in these most difficult of times that we must ask the lord to carry our burdens for they are too much for us to bear alone. Love to all

  44. Thoughts and prayers for the family and friends of Gavin, my heart goes out to them with this tragic loss. CCDHS has lost an amazing young man and we wrap our hearts around his family.

  45. Thinking of you all. We are all praying for you and your family. Hold on tight to each other! Love and comfort to you all! Donald, Amber, Trevor, Alex, Grace, Duncan, and Maggie

  46. Dear Tim and family,
    We are so sorry for the loss of your sweet son, he was a great kid and will be missed by everyone. I remember cutting his hair and how he could light up the room with his smile! You are in our thoughts and prayers. God Bless

    Ben, Georgina, Ruthann and John

  47. Tim,
    Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this unimaginably difficult time. May God Bless you and hold you close in the days and weeks to come.

  48. Our deepest prayers for strength and ease. May God’s peace come to you to soften the pain and lighten the fog of your despair.

  49. To the families of Gavin. This is so sad that such a young life has been lost. Our prayer are with your families. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. We are so sorry to all your families. May God bless all of you.

  50. We are so very sorry to hear of your loss, and our hearts ache for you and your family. May God be with you all.

  52. Tim,
    We are so sorry for the loss of your amazing son. We’ll miss seeing his smiling face. We know nothing can ever make this better, but we are here for you in this difficult time.
    Love,
    Anders, Lindsey & Jenna

  53. To all of Gavin’s family, I was sad to hear of Gavin’s passing. I met him when Tristan brought him to youth group in Glendive. I always looked forward to the next time he would visit us. He was a great person. I am glad that I got to know him and I will miss him. You are in my thoughts and prayers.

  54. Tim and family so sad to hear of Gavin’s passing. Keeping you all in our thoughts and prayers. McKeever Family

  56. Kim, Tristan and Tim, no words can express how sad I was to hear of gavins passing. Kim as a mother myself my heart aches for you> My God wrap his loving arms around you in your time of need. Prayers, Hugs and much love is being sent to you and your family. Please if you should need anything call.

  57. Tim,
    We are so sorry to hear of your loss. Stay strong, and always remember he is with you in your heart and watching over you forever. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

  58. Our hearts and prayers go out to Gavin and his family….Even though we didn’t know Gavin, we know his Mom’s family…. he looks like a little ray of sunshine…May the Lord wrap his Loving, Comforting, Arms around you all, in your time of need…and Gavin keep sending down those sunbeams of love, and protection over your family….

  59. Tim
    Thinking of you & your family
    Praying the love and support of others carry you thru this horribly sad time .
    With deepest sympathy

  60. Tim and family,
    I am very sorry for the loss of your precious child. My prayers and thoughts are with you in this time of need.

  61. Tim, Mike and Sue, I am so sorry you have lost your beloved son and grandson. I understand a little of the grief you feel in your loss yet the loss of a child is more than anyone should endure. Please know I’m praying for you as you learn to live without Gavin. Hold on to your precious memories when the weight of loss is too great. He will always be with you in spirit.

  62. My sincere condolences to the family of Gavin King – I was saddened to hear of the loss of your handsome son. It was not God’s purpose that mankind suffer and die (Romans 5:12). God has promised that a time will come when no one will say “I am sick” (Isaiah 33:24). In the Bible we are promised a resurrection of dear family members and friends that we have lost (John 5:28, 29). I hope that you are comforted by Bible promises of a hopeful future (John 17:3).

  63. I am so sorry to see Gavin leave us. Gavin was my student last year in earth science. I have many good memories of our time together.

  64. My dearest sympathy to all of the family, my thoughts and prayers to all for such a great loss.

  65. Kim,Todd and family,
    We are so sad to hear about your loss, you are in our prayers and thoughts and pray that you find comfort and strength from our Lord.

    Gavin:
    Gone from our sight
    But not gone from our memories.
    Gone from out touch
    but not gone from our hears.

    Sending hugs and love from Wyoming

    Mary Ann & Mike

  66. Tim, Suzanne & Mike, Bill & Kathy, and all your families,
    So, so sorry for your loss! Did not know Gavin, but what a handsome young man with all that optimism of youth! Our hearts go out to you, Patsy & Mike

  68. Our condolences on your loss of Gavin.Your whole family is in our thoughts and prayers. Sincerely, Doug and Diane Ellingson

  69. Tim, I am so sorry for your loss. I cannot imagine the pain you are feeling. Please know you are in our thoughts and prayers.

  70. There are really no words that can comfort the loss of a child. The smile in Gavin’s eyes tells the kind of boy you raised. My heart breaks at the thought. Many thoughts and prayers are with you as your family tries to find some peace.

  71. Suzanne, Mike, Tim and Families of Gavin King . I am so sorry to hear of the loss of your grandson and son May God give you the strength and comfort to help you get through this sad time in your lives. Always keep the memories and happy thoughts of Gavin in your hearts. Remember that Gavin is watching you from Heaven above each and every day. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your families.

  72. Tim and family I’m so sorry for your loss. I can’t even imagine what you are going through. My thoughts and prayers are with you.

  73. Tim, my heart is breaking for you. I remember Gavin as a little boy and his display of love and kindness for others. I send you hugs and strength during this difficult time of loss. May your memories comfort you in the days ahead. My thoughts are with you.

  74. Tim, Mike, Sue and family,
    Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you, we are so very sorry for your loss. Our hearts go out to you. With sincere sympathy, the Lang’s

  75. So very sorry for your devastating loss…may God be with all of you and hold you in his love. Ed & Elaine Gotfredson

  76. I am Alyssa Shipp’s grandma, she thought the world of Gavin..I hope this will bring some peace.
    In the rising of the sun and in its going down, we remember him.
    In the glowing of the wind and in the chill of winter, we remember him.
    In the opening of buds and in the rebirth of spring, we remember him.
    In the blueness of the sky and in the warmth of summer, we remember him.
    In the rustling of leaves and in the beauty of autumn, we remember him.
    In the beginning of the year and when it ends, we remember him.
    When we are weary and in need of strength, we remember him.
    When we are lost and sick at heart, we remember him.
    When we have joys we yearn to share, we remember him.
    So long as we live, he too shall live, for he is now a part of us,
    as we remember him.

    with deepest sympathy,
    Jacki

  77. We are sorry for your loss. You are in our thoughts and prayers. Such a difficult thing to have to go through. May the good Lord give you strength in the coming days,

  78. Mike and Loved Ones of Gavin. My heart is so saddened hearing of the loss of your grandson, son, brother, and friend, Gavin. A life taken away far too soon, and leaving behind the people who love him and had hopes for his future. May you all find peace at this difficult time. Sending prayers in your name to heal your hearts. Respectfully, Donna

  79. I am So very Sorry for your loss, Although I didn’t know of your child much, I did hear wonderful stories through Bill and Kathy Alderman, My thoughts and Continued prayers are with you, and hope that you know, he is in God’s wonderful hugging hands.. God Bless.

  80. Our deepest sympathy. No words nor actions can erase this loss, but please know we all deeply care.

  81. Tim, It is with our deepest sympathy to hear of this. Remember the good times. He will be missed. Hang in there the days will get better.

  82. Lets celebrate his life, he was a part if our Cowboy Football Family. Thoughts and prayers go out to Gavin’s family.

  83. Kim, Tristan, Todd, Tim and everyone who loved this wonderful boy. There are no words that I can offer to give you comfort or to heal this wound. Just know that there are many people praying for you to find relief from your heartbreak.

  84. We do not know Gavin, but we visit with Mike nearly every hunting season. We were horrified to hear of the loss in your family. Life will never be quite as sweet, but it will go on one breath and heart beat until you meet your boy again. Prayers for you to have strength as you carry on until then.

  85. Gavin is thee best kid i ever met he alwaysed had a smile on his face he new when to say the right thing he had lots of heart gavin will be remember forever i wish i got to know him better .

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