Kenneth Ray Holmes, 86, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by family on November 1, 2026, in Corinne, Utah. He was born on March 8, 1940, in Ogden, Utah.

Ken lived a life rooted in faith, family, and hard work. He served an LDS mission in Paris, France. On March 13, 1964, he married his sweetheart, Carole Henich, in the Salt Lake LDS Temple. Together, they had 7 children.

Farming was a large part of Ken’s life. He was a third generation dairy farmer in Wilson and Corinne, Utah, and he gave much of himself to that work over the years. He loved farming and took special joy in involving his family in it. He also enjoyed being outdoors, and many of his best times were spent with those he loved in the places and work that mattered most to him.

Family was very important to Ken, and his life was closely tied to the people he loved. He is survived by his children: Michael (Terri) Holmes, Blair (Molli) Holmes, Sara (Chris) Bragg, Greg (Lindsey) Holmes, Ellen (Ryan) Harrop, Susan (Chuck) Poll, and Anne-Marie (Jon) Hibshman, and brother, Bruce Holmes. He is also survived by 25 grandchildren and 9 great grandchildren. Together, they carry forward his memory and the lasting influence of his life.

He was preceded in death by his wife, Carole Holmes, and his grandson, Case Holmes. Their memory remained an important part of his life and the life of his family.

A viewing will be held on Monday, November 9, 2026, from 9:30 to 10:30 a.m. at the Corinne LDS Church, 2335 North 4000 West, Corinne, Utah. The funeral service will follow at 11:00 a.m. at the same location. Burial will take place following the services at Brigham City Cemetery, 495 East 500 South, Brigham City, Utah.

Ken will be remembered for his devotion to his family, his steady work as a farmer, and the example he set through a life of commitment and care.