Kenneth Eugene Kromer, 91 of Vinson, Oklahoma passed away Monday, August 10th, 2015. Kenneth was born August 6, 1924 at the family home north of Independence, Oklahoma to James F. and Edith (Skaggs) Kromer. Kenneth graduated high school in Vinson in 1942.

Kenneth went into the First Calvary Division of the United States Army in 1944 and served in the Philippines and in Japan. He returned to the U.S. in 1946. He took pride in his service of our country and remained dedicated through the VFW and American Legion until his death. He taught generations the meaning of service and remembrance of those who fought for our freedom.

Kenneth married Naomi Smith on February 4, 1948. They were lifelong partners in everything they did for 62 years until Naomi’s death in 2010. Kenneth was also preceded in death by his two sons, Lynn and Monte.

Kenneth is survived by two daughter-in-laws, Vickie Kromer of Vinson, OK and Carla Hoggard and her husband Bob of Hedley, Tx; five grandchildren, Kristi and her husband Daren Jones of Vinson, Faith and her husband Brad Whisenant of Hollis, Shawna and her husband Rick Skorepa of Hollis, Kirk Kromer and his wife Lisa of Vinson and Cliff Kromer of Vinson; nine great grandchildren, Kolton, Seth and Shylee Kromer, Harlie, Braxton and Tori Whisenant, Terynn, Blair and Maddox Skorepa.

Kenneth had a love for God, family, country and horses. His love of horses began when he was very young with a bridle around his neck running up and down the hills and continued up until his last ride. He always believed it to be a beautiful sight to see his entire family horseback waiting for the signal to “ride out”.

Kenneth was a faithful member of the Church of Christ. His belief in God guided him through tough times during the depression, War, droughts, and all the way through the loss of his beloved wife and two sons. The last few years Kenneth has been ready to meet his family in heaven and be buried near his red hill.

Thank You For Your Service!