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In memory of

Monte Ray Hook

of Philip, South Dakota, died on Saturday, January 4, 2014 at his home in Philip at the age of 61

Monte Ray Hook was born December 4, 1952, in Quinn, South Dakota, the son of Lawrence “Red” and Violet (Pippert) Hook. He was baptized December 26, 1952 at Quinn, and confirmed May 14, 1957, at Our Redeemer Lutheran Church in Philip. He grew up in the Philip area, graduating from Philip High School in 1971.

Monte entered the US Army on April 21, 1972. He was stationed at Ft. Carson, Colorado, and honorably discharged on April 19, 1974.

After his discharge, Monte returned to Philip, and worked construction. In 1989 he went to work for Odom Farms. In 1994 he started working for the City of Philip. Due to health reasons, Monte was forced to retire in 2004.

Monte enjoyed fishing, hunting, Nascar, and football.

Survivors include three brothers Dwilyn “PeeWee” Hook and his wife Peggy of Philip, Darwin Hook of Wall, and Jerryce Hook and his wife Elaine of Rapid City; one sister Juanita Carroll and her husband Tom of Stanwood, Washington; and a host of other relatives and friends.

Monte was preceded in death by his father Lawrence “Red” Hook on January 3, 1971; his mother Violet (Pippert) Hook on September 8, 1993; and two brothers Verlyn and Larry Hook.

Interment with military honors was held 3:00 p.m. Saturday, January 11, at the Masonic Cemetery in Philip, with Pastor Ray Greenseth officiating.

A memorial gathering and time of remembrance was held 4-7 p.m. Saturday, at the Legion Hall in Philip.

Arrangements are with the Rush Funeral Home of Philip.


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Interment with military honors: 3:00 p.m. Saturday, January 11, 2014
Informal gathering of friends: 4-7 p.m. Saturday, January 11, at the American Legion Hall in Philip.

  • RIP Monte ~ Bonnie Moses Nebraska (1/4/2014)
  • THANKS FOR SERVING ~ A VETERAN 55 ANYWHERW AV RCSD (1/4/2014)
  • We are sorry to hear the passing of a very good friend Monte. We have so many memories of him and so many good stories to remember. Our prayers and thoughts are with you all. God Bless a good friend. ~ Ralph & Cathy Fiedler 2130 Ellen St. Sturgis, S. D. (1/4/2014)
  • Our thoughts and prayers are with the family. Monte and I shared a lot of "cans" of good times during high school. Rest in peace my friend. ~ Mike Kuchenbecker (1/4/2014)
  • Prayers to the family of Monty. ~ Bonnie Fitzgerald Memphis (1/4/2014)
  • Our prayers are with the family. Monte you left a lot of good memories and will be missed! ~ Tom & Jody Struble Po Box 78 Philip, SD (1/4/2014)
  • Our prayers are with the family. Monte, you left a lot of good memories and yoy will be missed! ~ Tom & Jody Struble Po Box 78 Philip, SD (1/4/2014)
  • My sympathies to all the family. I have alot of favorite memories, but the best were watching NASCAR races at Montes' garage-good BBQ,lots of good company,and lots of cold beer. Every Sunday with the #3 nation. If it weren't for health reasons I would be there-Thanks for the memories Monte. ~ Sherman Burns Sheridan Wyoming (1/4/2014)
  • Sorry for Your Loss
    Don     ~ Donald Clarin 2002 Ronda circle Billings MT 59102 (1/4/2014)