At 11:58 pm, Friday, July 22, 2016 Kenneth Hom passed away peacefully from a year battle with cancer.
Ken was born March 5, 1934 in Beach, North Dakota to Paul and Blanche (Davis) Hom. One of nine siblings, he was raised on a homestead in Brusset, Montana before the family moved to Foreman, North Dakota where he graduated from high school in 1952. He moved to Miles City where he met the love of his life Millie (Mildred Banfield) and they were married December 1, 1954. Ken enlisted in the United States Army and served in the Korean Theater, returning home he began a long career with the Miles City Police Department, retiring in 1977. He served a total of 37 years in service to the Nation as a member of the active, reserve and National Guard components. Ken always liked playing in the dirt so he started his own business hauling fill and contracting his services. Ken never lost his passion for law enforcement and was elected to city Judge and sat on the bench for 12 years. After retiring Ken would always go out and “coffee up” at numerous restaurants and cafes where he kept up with is old acquaintance and friends.
Ken is survived by his son Kevin (Susan) Hom of Miles City, MT; daughter Kerry Hom (Mark) McGullough of Sheridan, WY; grandchildren: Augustine (Wayne) Irion, April (Caleb) Samuelson, Amanda (Clay) Lammers, Andrew Hom, Matthew (Jessica) Hom, Dustin Lachenmaier, Heidi (Tony) Samsel, Edmond (E.J.) Warren and James Warren; his great grandchildren: Jillian, Brandon, Jorden, Colten, Ephraim, Elias, Cruiz, Eastin and Griffin; and four sisters: Shirley Ottoy, Clara Hom, Violet Anderson and Jacalyn (Mac) McDermott. He was preceded in death by his parents, his wife Millie, two grandchildren: Brayden Joseph and Eva Jewell; and his siblings: Florence Gunsalus, Grace Josi, Donnabelle Damstaedt and Terry Hom.
Visitation will be held on Thursday, July 28, 2016 at Stevenson & Sons Funeral Home with family receiving friends from 4:00-6:00 p.m. A Rosary will follow the visitation Thursday at 6:00 p.m. Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Friday, July 29, 2016 at 11:00 a.m. at the Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Miles City. Interment will follow in the Calvary Cemetery with full military honors. 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.
Gifts may be made in Ken’s memory and honor to the Holy Rosary Foundation in support of the Millie and Ken Hom Nursing Scholarship or Holy Rosary Hospice, 2600 Wilson, Miles City, MT 59301.
Service Schedule
Family to Receive Friends
4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Thursday July 28, 2016
Stevenson & Sons Funeral Home
1717 Main Sreet
Miles City, MT
Rosary & Vigil
6:00 p.m.
Thursday July 28, 2016
Stevenson and Sons Funeral Home
1717 Main Street
Miles City, MT
Mass of Christian Burial
11:00 a.m.
Friday July 29, 2016
Sacred Heart Catholic Church
120 N. Montana
Miles City, MT
Interment with Full Military Honors
Following Mass of Christian Burial
Friday July 29, 2016
Calvary Cemetery
Miles City, MT
Service Schedule
Family to Receive Friends
4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Thursday July 28, 2016
Stevenson & Sons Funeral Home
1717 Main Sreet
Miles City, MT
Rosary & Vigil
6:00 p.m.
Thursday July 28, 2016
Stevenson and Sons Funeral Home
1717 Main Street
Miles City, MT
Mass of Christian Burial
11:00 a.m.
Friday July 29, 2016
Sacred Heart Catholic Church
120 N. Montana
Miles City, MT
Interment with Full Military Honors
Following Mass of Christian Burial
Friday July 29, 2016
Calvary Cemetery
Miles City, MT
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Jim & Cecile Certain says
Kevin & Carrie & families, So sorry to hear of your loss. Call if there is anything we can do. May the Lord give all of the peace that only He can give. Take care & God bless all of you. Jim & Cecile
Gayle Bond says
Kevin & Susan, Shirley, Violet, Jackie and families,
It is with sadness at the loss of your Dad, Grandfather, Brother, my Cousin that I write. My thoughts and prayers are with you at a very difficult time for all. Kenny was a wonderful man, kind and giving, always cheerful and friendly, considerate of others. He will be greatly missed by so many. My love to all, Gayle
John & Sherry Uden says
Sherry and I are so very sorry for your loss. My heart has been broken twice this week and with Ken I lost a truly dear friend. Over our years of working together I learned so much from him that I could never repay him. He helped me through some of the toughest times. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you and may God guide Kenny through his years in eternal life in God’s kingdom.
Garth Sleight says
Ken was a great man. I enjoyed seeing him over at the Centra. He was so diligent about getting in his exercise. He loved to have his coffee with his kids and his friends. Ken leaves a great legacy to his family and to the community. My deepest condolences to all of the Hom family on your loss.
Mike Pelletier says
Carrie and family, Am sorry to hear about your dad. May he rest in peace.
Burch and Linda Palmer says
So sorry and shocked at the loss of our old friend Ken. I got to know him well when he was my sergeant in the Montana National Guard. He was a great friend and teacher. He always had a great upbeat personality and I’m thankful for having shared some great times with him. God bless all of Ken’s family and friends.
Alvin and Barb Hirsch says
So sorry for your loss. I believe that Ken was Alvin”s sergeant when he was in the National Guard and they were good friends..
Pat & Sue Bishop says
So sorry for your loss. He was a great friend and neighbor.
Dorayn Hom Kemnitz says
As Kenny’s Minnesota cousin, I have the fondest of memories of him. One that stands out: He was driving through Minneapolis, we met for breakfast in a northwestern suburb along Hwy. 94 for a long breakfast. It finished near noon so I led him around the city on 94 to a good restaurant on the south side where we stopped for lunch! It was a wonderful and memorable visit. I, as will the rest of his world, will miss him forever. May his soul rest in peace w/God.
Cindy Stanton says
Dear Amanda and family,
My sincerest condolences during this most difficult time. You remain in my prayers.
Renee' & Gary Dent says
Sending our sincerest sympathies to your family.
Ken was the senior officer, the Lieutenant, on Gary’s first shift as a Police Officer. Gary admired his attitude, abilities and strength. We will keep you in our thoughts and prayers.
Ed and Melva Curnan says
Our Condolences goes out to Kevin,Sue and the Hom Family. I will remember the moments working with Kenny in the Army National Guard and also as a Police Officer. He taught me to be compassionate, understanding and fair. Our prayers are with you and your family. God Bless You Leiutenant .
John & Robin Tooke says
We are sorry to hear of Ken’s passing. Our condolences go out Kevin, Sue, and the family. Those of us who grew up here in Miles City certainly remember Ken, whether we caused trouble or not. I dealt with Ken from both sides of the law and always found him firm, fair, and pragmatic. It only took one stern lecture from him to never screw up again. He will be missed.
Grant and Mary Olson and family says
We are so sorry for your loss . you and the family are in our prayers .
Lee Spears says
I remember Ken walking the streets in the early 1950’s when policeman still walked, then got to know him when we were in the National Guard together. I always liked meeting him in later years at the 4-B’s, Another member of the old Guard gone. Rest easy, old friend!
Sandy Pearcy says
We are so sorry to hear of Ken’s passing. He is no longer suffering and he will be with Millie now. I so enjoyed working with him when he was the City Court Judge, we had a very good working relationship and I also admired his strength and firmness. We will keep you all in our thoughts and prayers.
Richard & Linda Meidinger says
So sorry to hear of Ken passing. I remember him always being a great police officer in Miles City and I also knew both Ken and Millie from my years of working at the VA with both of them. He will now be with Millie once again. May he rest if peace. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Caroline Fleming says
Condolences to all the family. Ken was such a fine man in all areas of his life. He was an excellent supporter as a Director on the CNADA board for the past several years. He also served so well as City Court Judge. While I am glad for him that he is no longer suffering and is with his beloved Millie, he will be missed by me, his fellow Directors and the entire community of Miles City. Your family is in my prayers.
Barbara Abeyta says
Barbara Abeyta says:
Kevin, Sue and family, I am so very sorry for your loss. Kenny has left you all so many wonderful memories that you can carry in your hearts always. May God give you the peace that surpasses all understanding knowing that one day we will all meet again. I love you all.
Katherine Flint says
Augustine , Wayne and boys, I am so sorry to hear about your grandfather. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Sharon & Stan Clelland says
We are so sorry to hear of Kens passing and we have lots of great memories of him. He was locking me up in jail as a joke on my wedding night to Stan. He always had time for everyone no matter where he saw you. He was a true police man and had safety always at hand. May you rest in peace and be pain free Ken. Blessings to all of Ken’s children and grand children, as you hang onto those great memories of your dad and grand dad. Rest in peace !!
Heather Moon/Jolie Wagner says
I remember Ken from the days I was a student at MCC. I knew him through Millie as I was a nursing student (she was the best instructor & would see her in later years at blood drives) and I also knew him at the cop shop as my cousin was his fellow officer, Ken Losett.
His commitment to Miles City was phenomenal!
He was a great guy and will be missed!!
Ted Stein says
I’m sorry for everyone’s loss. Ken was always genuine and a pleasure to be around. He was one I always looked forward to seeing at the Centra during my time there. He will be missed by the community, definitely one of Miles City’s finest.
Kent and Christie Liles says
Sorry for your loss. I knew Ken through the police force and was with him in the National Guard. He was a genuine nice guy. RIP
Gennevive Cook says
Sorry for your loss. Prayers of strength and comfort for your family.
Randy & Deb Bickel says
We are so sorry to hear of Ken’s passing. Our prayers go out to all his family. Ken married us in 2003 and I am sure he married many more. He was a kind man and we always enjoyed helping him when he recycled batteries and donated the monies to the Boy Scouts and others. He will always be in our memories. God Bless you all.
Shumon Pius says
Sorry to hear about this. I often crossed paths with Ken, Millie and Matt at church growing-up. He obviously accomplished a lot and served others in very noble ways. Condolences and blessings to all his family and may he rest in peace.
Sandy McFarland Hays says
Kevin, Susan and families, I was sorry to hear of Ken’s passing. I always loved his sense of humor the time or two we had to be in City Court. Sending prayers your way.
Shorty and Judy Brush says
So sorry for your loss praying for God to give you the strength now and the days to come
Laura Stanger-French says
Our thoughts, love and prayers are with you and your family.
Janet Miller Yandle (cousin) Chester, VA says
Kevin and Susan & family, I am so sorry for the loss of your father,father-in-law and grandfather. While I never had the pleasure of meeting Mr.Hom, from reading his memorial, it is clear that his passing is a tremendous loss for the family, community and country he served. Know that my thoughts and prayers are with you and your entire family.
Renée Peterson says
Ole,
I will miss your smile and laughter at coffee. I will save all my Ole and Lena stories for you until we meet again. I enjoyed getting to know you these last few years.
Until later,
Lena
Daniel O Lloyd - Kingston, NH says
O God,
by whose mercy the faithful departed find rest,
look kindly on your departed veteran.
Grant that through the passion, death, and resurrection of your Son, The Judge may share in the joy of your heavenly kingdom
and rejoice in you with your saints forever.
We ask this through Christ our Lord.
Keith sleight says
So sorry to hear that your dad passed. I know it is tough but you can remain strong. My thoughts are with.
Dean (Bill) Holmes says
Dear family members, Ken was a good man and I am thankful for the wonderful service he gave to his town…. Thank you Ken, Dean Holmes former mayor of Miles City.
Penny Schmidt says
To the family of Ken Hom, in the 70’s I worked at Country Kitchen and 4 B’s and help him “coffee up” many times. He was always a kind and gentle man who I looked forward to seeing. I pray for peace for him and his family. Hold your memories close for comfort.
Joe Whalen says
Kevin & family – Please accept my condolences over the death of your father and my admiration for your loving care of him in his final days. My finest conversations with this dedicated family man, civil servant, and former local businessman were at the cafe over the past couple of months. I’ll remember his stories, miss our chats, and send you my thoughts as you celebrate his life..
Ken Minow says
To Ken’s family-My condolences go out to you all.Ken was truly one of the good guys.In my younger wilder days our paths crossed several times.Kenny was always firm but fair,and everyone was treated equally.After his cop and judge days,he would stop by my shop periodically where I gave him my old batteries where we would swap war stories from the pld days. Ken Hom-Godspeed
Patti (Terhaar) Jesso says
Kerry and family. So sorry to hear of the passing of your dad. I remember him always as being a great man. May he rest in peace.
Betty O'Brien says
So sorry to hear the passing of Ken – I didn’t know him personally but knew his wife Millie for years. Went to school with her at Kinsey grade school then onto Sacred Heart High school. I didn’t make it back for our class reunion (not sure the year) but understand it wasn’t long after that Millie passed away so was so shocked over her passing. I feel I knew Ken but really never met him. May God rest his soul and be peaceful beside his beloved wife, Millie. God bless each of his children and grandkids.
Prayers Betty Carter O”Brien
Casey & Cindy Phalen says
Our thoughts and praysers are with you all. Even though I didnt get to know you all very long. it was a joy getting to know you. Thanks for the memories and keep your memories close. God Bless
Deb Schmeling says
Dear Kevin and family,
I was sorry to hear about your Dad. He was very much an asset to our community with all of his volunteering. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you. May God wrap His loving arms around each one of you. Remember all of the good times and cherish them in your heart.
Mike & Patsy Davis says
So sorry for your loss and Miles City has lost a pillar of the community. Mike recalled him coming out to the ranch one time, and picked up a load of batteries for the Sacred Heart School, and that’s where our grandsons go now:) And the coffee crowds will miss him also:)