Kenneth Wesley Sandefer, age 87, of Miles City passed away on Thursday, November 19, 2015 at Saint Vincent Hospital in Billings, MT.
Kenneth was born in Miles City, Montana on April 10, 1928, the son of Wesley and Lula (Leatherberry) Sandefer. He grew up and attended schools in Miles City and graduated from Custer County District High School. Kenneth met Mary Harrison when she came to Miles City to visit her aunt. They were married on March 25, 1951 in Miles City. He was a truck driver for Merck. As a young boy, they milked cows to sell to the local ice cream shop, raised chickens and other farm animals. They lived out on the Sandefer place for over sixty years.
Kenneth enjoyed horses and spending time with kids. Later in life, Kenneth took up weaving. He enjoyed bowling and played on various leagues throughout the years.
Kenneth is survived by his daughter Kathy Walker of Miles City and four grandchildren, Robert, Steven, Daniel, and Shelly. He was preceded in death by his wife Mary, his parents and his Son Kent.
Visitation will be held on Friday, December 4, 2015 at Stevenson & Sons Funeral Home with family receiving friends from 4:00-6:00 p.m. Funeral services will be held on Saturday, December 5, 2015 at 3:00 p.m. at Stevenson & Sons Funeral Home in Miles City. Stevenson & Sons Funeral Home of Miles City is in charge of the arrangements. Condolences may be sent to the family by visiting: www.stevensonandsons.com.
Service Schedule
Family to Receive Friends
4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Friday December 4, 2015
Stevenson & Sons Funeral Home
1717 Main Street
Miles City, Montana 59301
Funeral Service
3:00 p.m.
Saturday December 5, 2015
Stevenson & Sons Funeral Home
1717 Main Street
Miles City, Montana 59301
Service Schedule
Family to Receive Friends
4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Friday December 4, 2015
Stevenson & Sons Funeral Home
1717 Main Street
Miles City, Montana 59301
Funeral Service
3:00 p.m.
Saturday December 5, 2015
Stevenson & Sons Funeral Home
1717 Main Street
Miles City, Montana 59301
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Pam Dotson says
Sending thoughts and prayers to the family. I had the pleasure of working with Kenny for years at the DOT. Kind gentle man.
Denise and Jay Harvey says
Jay and I express our sincerest thoughts to you all. Kenny was a wonderful coworker to Jay and we hope you find peace in cherished happy memories.
Denise and Jay Harvey
june opp says
To all the Sanderfer family, We were so sorry to see the passing of your loved one Our thoughts and prayers are with you all May God bless and comfort you during this time and in the days ahead.
Ruben and June Opp
Marvin Hulford says
Kathy and family,
I have fond memories of staying at your family’s home as a young boy. I enjoyed the company of Kenny. Prayers are with you at this time.
Shannon Holmen says
Kathy so sad to hear of your sweet Dad. Hears to good memories. My prayers.
Cora-Marie [Leatherberry] Swenson says
My deepest sympathies ,, to family and friends . It’s been years since able to get away and visit the relatives in MT… Last time was in 2001 ,, My Mom’s funeral [ Chloris Hyde – Alonzo],,, My husband is doing dialysis now for past few years ,, 3 x’s a week .
So many times I wanted to visit with Cousin Kenny ,, sit and chat about past family . Got to visit with him and Mary during my Dad’s funeral ,, even stayed at there place !! Don’t get much time for visiting on a 3 day stay ,, Kenny was just ”in my thoughts” last week ,, My sister Mary Brooks called me tonight to tell me ,, she heard it from her Mother – in – law . Sending PRAYERS ,, for rest of families and friends ,, to give us peace ,, knowing he is in JESUS’s care now ,,
Audrey Bruckner says
Kathy I am so sorry for your lose, if you need anything give me a call
Jean Jones says
So sorry for your loss. Many prayers are with you.
Marie Farnum Kluver says
Our families enjoyed many wonderful times together. My prayers are with you.
Sandy McFarland Hays says
Kathy, So sorry for the loss of your father. Sending prayers your way.
Mike & Judy Toennis Family says
Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Amy Moore LaBree says
Kathy our family all has warm memories of your family and sweet parents. God bless you at this difficult time. They were blessed to have you there with them.
Leona and Larry Dann says
Was so sorry to hear about Kenny. I (Leona) had the pleasure of working with him at the Department of Transportation. He was a wonderful man. Our prayers are with you through this tough time.