Katherine Kane

Katherine “Kathe”Mary Kane, 73, of Drummond Montana, passed away peacefully on December 12th, 2025, surrounded by her loving family. She was born on July 10th, 1952, in Missoula, Montana.

Kathe met Kenny Kane in high school, and they were married for 52 years. Together they raised two amazing sons in Drummond, Montana. Kathe was a loving mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother whose greatest joy in life was being surrounded by her family. The light in Kathe’s eyes when her grandchildren and great-grandchild pulled into her driveway was pure bliss. Not only did she take care of her sons and grandchildren, but she also cared for all the friends they brought into the family as well. Kathe spent her working years running Swede’s Corner, volunteering for the Drummond ambulance, and spent 16 years as a dispatcher in Philipsburg.

Kathe enjoyed giving back to her community, she took pride in volunteering for the ambulance and other various opportunities that came her way. As an outstanding member of the Drummond community, Kathe was also known for showing her love through cooking, often bringing people together around her table and making sure no one ever left hungry.

Kathe is survived by her husband, Kenny Kane; her daughter-in-law Sarah Kane; her grandchildren, Tyler Kane and partner Lori Russell, Katelynn Kane, Chase Kane, and Carson Kane; her great-granddaughter, Zoe Kane; her siblings, Patty Hanson (daughter Kallie Harris and son-in-law Tel Harris; grandkids Nalina, Saharra, and Royce Harris), Sandy Evans (son Denny Jacobsen), Vicki Hanni (husband Russell Hanni), Tom Gress (wife Bonni Gress; children Brandon Gress and Stefanie Silvan), Brother-in-law Marty Kane (wife Diane Kane; sons Scott and Ben Kane); and many other extended family members and dear friends.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Anthony and Dolores Gress; her in-laws, Harry and Opal Kane; her sons, Michael Kane and Ryan “Cubby” Kane; her brother-in-law, Bill Hanson; and hers and Kenny’s beloved dog, Otis Kane.

Kathe leaves behind a legacy of love and generosity that will live on through the many lives she has touched during her time here. Her warmth, kindness, and unwavering devotion to family, friends, and community will never be forgotten. A celebration of Kathe’s life will be held sometime in the spring, with the date to be announced.