Kevin passed away at St. Joseph’s Hospital, Estevan, SK on Wednesday, December 14, 2016 at the age of 60 years.
Kevin James Hoium was born in Midale, SK on November 28, 1956 to Jim and Alma Hoium. Kevin was the oldest of three children. He started school in Halbrite, SK then later finished and graduated in Midale.
After high school Kevin started working in the oilfield all over Saskatchewan and Alberta. He eventually transferred back to Estevan, working for Canadian Natural Resources Limited until he suffered a stroke in 2001.
Kevin met Ladonne in Taber, AB in 1993. They later moved to Estevan and were married in 2003. Kevin and Ladonne enjoyed travelling, went on several vacations to warm climates or trips to a good old ball game.
Kevin enjoyed baseball hockey and other sports, a good iced capp with the guys at Tim Hortons or a visit with family and friends. Kevin loved life and a good joke. He lived life to the fullest and never felt sorry for himself. He had no regrets.
Kevin was predeceased by his parents, Jim and Alma. His memory will be forever cherished by his wife Ladonne of Estevan; step daughter Jasmine Kilborn (Gabriel Wasacase) of Estevan; grandchildren, Aliyah, Gaige and Hunter; brother Ron (Jaelynn and her children, Keegan and Logan) of Midale; brother Neil of Taber; brother-in-law Dan (Connie) Kilborn and their daughter Kelsey Kilborn (Chris), all of High River, AB; aunt Ruth; uncle Bazel and many relatives and friends.
A service to celebrate Kevin’s life was held on Monday, December 19, 2016 at 2:00 p.m. at Trinity Lutheran Church, Estevan, with Pastor Cicely McDougall officiating. Interment will take place at a later date at Westphalia Cemetery, Midale.
Memorial donations to the St. Joseph’s Hospital Foundation, 1176 Nicholson Road, Estevan, SK, S4A 0H3, would be appreciated by Kevin’s family.
Funeral arrangements were entrusted to Hall Funeral Services, Estevan.
