Kenneth (Red) - age 87 - Española Hume

Beloved husband, father and grandfather, Kenneth (Red) Lee Hume passed away in his home on the morning of Monday, May 12, 2014. Kenny was born in Wewoka, OK. To Otis and Ethel Hume on September 10, 1926. On June 2, 1944, he was lucky and smart enough to marry Juanita Sharp. The couple was blessed with almost 70 years together. Shortly after being wed, Kenny joined the Army Air Force. Once he had completed his tour of duty the couple soon settled in Espanola, NM. Which became their home. He worked much of his life in Los Alamos through The Union, Local # 412, and later ran his own plumbing and construction businesses. Joining Juanita in the center of Kenny’s life were their two sons, Kenneth Leon Hume of Edgewood, NM., and Russell Craig Hume (Sara) of Santa Fe, NM., and their precious granddaughter, Torey Renee Hume (Michael Rucker) of Albuquerque. There are also many, many dear friends and extended family; sisters in law, nieces, nephews who enriched his life. Kenny was preceded in death by his first son, Ronald Lee, his sister, Carol Ann and his brother James Treadwell (J.T.) Hume. Kenny loved life, was quick to smile and laugh and enjoyed many things, all of them made that much better when in the company of friends and family. Kenny loved the outdoors and the mountains in particular. His idea of a great time would be cooking hot dogs on a stick over a campfire, ideally while hunting elk. He loved two stepping at the honky tonk and could always expound at length of the new top 10 of the latest country music count down. He loved watching football, appreciated a good truck and grew many a fine tomato. He loved to go out to eat and flirt with a sassy waitress who would tease him right back. Kenny’s easy manner and open heart ensured that he never met a stranger. His generosity of spirit was an example for all who knew him. He will be deeply missed. Public visitation will begin on Monday, May 19, 2014 at 10:00 a.m. in the Sangre de Cristo Chapel of DeVargas Funeral Home & Crematory, with a funeral service to follow at 11:00 a.m. Burial will be held on Tuesday, May 20, 2014 at 9:00 a.m. at the Santa Fe National Cemetery. The family of Kenneth (Red) Lee Hume has entrusted the care of their loved one to the DeVargas Funeral Home and Crematory of the Espanola Valley.

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