K.C. (Kenton Christopher) Hackman, 42, passed to heaven on Sunday evening, Nov 16, 2014, surrounded by his family, friends and Klaus, his cherished dog, after a long and valiant battle with pancreatic cancer. He was the wonderful son of Bill & Deanna Hackman and the amazing big brother to his beloved sister, Holly.K.C. was born on Apr 29, 1972 at Los Robles Hospital and grew up in Thousand Oaks, where he made many lifelong friends.

He enjoyed his career in real estate and finance for several years, but he always loved the outdoors and watching things grow which stimulated his passion for organic gardening. He was an avid fisherman and found fly fishing to be his absolute favorite past-time. He loved to travel and his semester abroad was a cherished experience in his life where he made many great friends throughout Europe. K.C. was pure, smart, genuine and gracious beyond words.

He was quite a charmer and used his natural wit to leave a smile on the face of everyone he met. Lending a helping hand and putting everyone else before himself was a priority in his life. He had a true heart of gold and endless words of encouragement for everyone. We are truly proud of our K.C. and he will be immensely missed by his parents, sister, dog, fur-nephew Buster, aunts, uncles, cousins and an endless amount of friends. A generous soul like his lingers and it is the aroma of a beautiful life; the world is a sadder place without him in it.

In lieu of flowers, donations can be made in K.C.'s honor to: Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation: jdrf.org or Pancreatic Cancer Action Network: Pancan.orgA Visitation will be held Fri, Nov 21st from 6-8pm at Pierce Brothers Valley Oaks-Griffin Mortuary in Westlake Village. A Celebration of K.C.'s life will be held Sat, Nov 22nd at 2pm in the same chapel, with interment to follow at Pierce Brothers Valley Oaks Memorial Park in Westlake Village.

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Published by The Hour from Nov. 20 to Nov. 23, 2014.

Memories and Condolences
for K.C. Hackman

49 Entries

jon cooper

September 30, 2015

K.C. was a great inspiration and friend in h.s. I will miss him deeply.

Krissy Evans Thompson

September 30, 2015

KC- My condolences to the Hackman family. I have many happy, fun memories of you, KC. RIP my friend. See you on the other side. Krissy Evans Thompson

Chelsea Tait

September 30, 2015

What an incredible guy. He broke my heart in the 6th grade as children often do. But I always loved him. I am heartbroken for his loss. Truly sad. Why God takes the gregarious people makes no sense to me. But it is so. I miss you KC.

Shawn Burgert

September 12, 2015

I just stumbled upon the news of KC and I am so very sorry to the Hackman family. It's been many years, but you may remember me living next door on Warwick and playing with KC and Holly.

KC was my best friend after moving to TO in '78. I'll never forget KC's 6th birthday in the backyard with the mini bike and he at mine in the pool next door. We had a lot of fun together. I'll look forward to seeing him again one day.

Matt Rieden

December 4, 2014

Holly, I just learned of KC's passing. I am so sorry. KC was such a great guy and I will cherish those memories that I have of him. My condolences to you and your family.

Nancy/Ed Wilson

December 2, 2014

Our condolences to the Hackman family,
KC will be greatly missed by whoever knew him as he was truly one of a kind. What a beautiful son you raised, he was taken way too soon.

Tonya Haberman

November 28, 2014

Kenton Christopher, I feel very lucky to have so many amazing memories of all the times we've spent together. Not to mention all the incredible adventures we've been on, these are memories I will cherish for the rest of my days. I only wish we could have done the things we had planned in celebration of you making a recovery. I thank god everyday for bringing you back into my life in more recent years. And I consider myself beyond fortunate to have had a boyfriend/best friend with such a big heart filled with nothing but love and compassion. You were the type of guy that saw an elderly lady struggling to carry her groceries and ran to her aid, a man that offered to help my grandmother with her yard work every time we visited, you put everyone else before yourself. You were one of a kind my love, there will never be another KC Hackman. Deanna and Bill my heart goes out to you, as your baby boy was taken from this world way too soon. Please find some comfort in knowing that your son touched every person he met in some way. KC you left this world a better place than it was when you came into it. Sleep well my love, until we meet again you will forever live on in my heart.

Victoria (Vikki) Maldonado

November 28, 2014

So sorry for your loss. K.C. always had a smile on his face and I will always remember his kind heart. R.I.P. friend until we all reunite.

Amy Erikson Montano

November 26, 2014

I have vivid memories of you running around the neighborhood back in our Acacia days. What exuberance you had! Much later, it was so fun to have you on the senior trip with the class of '91. You and Brent lived it up and had me laughing constantly. You are missed already, K.C. Rest in peace, old friend.

Candi and Jose Cuadra

November 24, 2014

KC, you will be so missed. You were an incredible person and always had a smile on your face. You made everyone around you smile. Thanks for the memories friend. I'll see Ya when I see Ya! We're praying for your family at this time.

Jeff Ransom

November 24, 2014

Just like your spontaneity in life KC, you picked a bad time to leave. Unfortunately I missed you again and wasn't able to say goodbye. You were a great friend and an incredible inspiration to so many people, you touched so many lives and hopefully will be able to touch and influence many more with projects getting organized in memorium to you. I miss you buddy and I guess it's kinda better I didn't get to say goodbye but rather, years from now after my daughter has grown and I'm done with this place, I'll see you again and we'll kick back on a beach and drink a beer and hang out together again.

Karen Strop

November 23, 2014

Bill, Deanna and Holly,
So sorry for your loss. It's been years since I've seen you all, about 25 probably, but it seems like just yesterday when we were all teenagers hanging out at Mimi and Papas house. KC sure grew up to be a fine looking young man, and I'm at a loss for words to express my condolences to you. Prayers for strength and courage for each of you to get up every day and smile often. KC would want that I'm sure....Loves to all, Karen Strop (Lineberry)

November 23, 2014

R.I.P. K.C.

meg Mccurdy

November 23, 2014

KC, you made High School so memorable...how fun, sweet and adorable you were.
You will never be forgotten!!!!! Rest in Peace !!!!

Jobi Mercer

November 23, 2014

You will always have a special place in my heart. Your smile lit up a room. May peace and love be with you now and always. God bless you. X?X?

Nick Avalon

November 22, 2014

KC. You were one of a kind for sure buddy.

Mark Bursik

November 22, 2014

You will be missed old friend, you are not one to be forgotten. Peace to your family and friends until we all meet again. Farewell KC.

Heidi Hubbert

November 22, 2014

K.C. I am so sad to hear that you passed on, but I am glad you are no longer suffering, you fought hard, you are an inspiration. I am so thankful I met you and had the chance to be around you through your best friend Brent Morhar. I will always remember that great smile and how incredibly kind you were to me. You are so missed and loved. Rest in peace my friend. Love, Heidi Hubbert

Heather Carrion

November 22, 2014

You are so very missed; memories of your laughter and all the great times we have had over the years warm my heart. I will really miss hashing out brutal truths with you!!! All of your loved ones are in my heart at this difficult time.

Brent Morhar

November 22, 2014

KC you are my best friend from five years old and on . Are adventures together as young lads will always be the best time of my life . Love you my friend .

Kim Grassi-McGennis

November 22, 2014

KC you were such a genuine and outgoing person. You touched the lives of so many and I am so happy to have been one of those people. You will be missed

Heidi Wilcox

November 22, 2014

You brought many gifts to us all. Oh your spirit..your perfectly timed wit.. with that raised mischievous eye as you seized upon the perfect moment to deliver the humor only you could so perfectly. Your inherent ability to transcend any and all social circles and walks of life...to diffuse and soothe the uncomfortable...to bring the positive and always the fun. I am certain that no matter where you were...an enthusiastic "KC!" would be heard from a distant friend to an enamored acquaintance. You my friend simply...organically... connected in way that most of us can only hope to. Your light burned bright...I love you dear Kenton Christopher, my heart will miss you until the planets align and we meet again.

tom clark

November 22, 2014

KC was a truly great friend of mine a many others...he was a great person..always made us laugh..always smilin..im truly at loss of words..until we meet again bro...RIP....slick

Jeff Spector

November 21, 2014

K.C. played an integral role in making my experience as an exchange student during our semester abroad together in Europe such a memorable one. His zest for life, fearlessness, and generosity of spirit were infectious. He made good times great ones. I can safely say on behalf of our class that K.C. was one of the brightest lights of our group. Long may his memory live.

Mia Mercado

November 21, 2014

I met KC thru Holly, about 20 years ago. A sweet and charismatic guy, we always had great fun together. So many fantastic and funny stories from Newport Beach days. He will be missed. My love to Holly and your parents.

Alex Hall

November 21, 2014

I met KC at redwood, while I was a new student. I won't forget your beautiful smile nor the dimples that came with it, you were a kind soul kind. Rest in paradise KC

Jennifer Drake

November 21, 2014

I got the call from my cousin Billy Boyd who shared the news. So sad to hear K.C. Too soon. Just shocking. I have great memories of you. God be with your family!

Heather Reinhardt Hays

November 20, 2014

I am so sorry to hear of this. KC will always be remembered as a vibrant soul. There are few people that change your memories of High School so vividly. So young for any loss but Pancreatic Cancer can take people so soon. RIP KC.

Chris Spencer

November 20, 2014

So sorry for your loss, Deanna and Bill. Remembering the good times when he was just a toddler on Warwick Ave. My daughter , Kelli and friend Gina so enjoyed babysitting your K.C. May the beautiful memories help you at this sad time.

Dawna Mallam

November 20, 2014

I'm so very sorry to hear of this news about KC . I remember his sweet smile and gentle soul from back in HS. May you be comforted in this very sad time with all the wonderful memories. Lots of prayers to all of you.

jorge espinoza

November 20, 2014

R.I.P. My old friend . You will be missed we had some good times back in the day I will never forget ! University star for ever my friend.

erin lowe

November 20, 2014

My dear KC..... I wish I had known. But years pass so quickly and we take it with a grain of salt. I'm saddened and shocked by the news of u moving on. But as I know, u were always quite the explorer.... And now u have gone above and beyond what I ever would have could have possibly thought to be. Such a great guy.... Good memories my friend. Thank you. You were the one friend who I could rely on when I needed you. I sure wish I could have been there for u. But I had no idea. I will see you again.... Next life, my friend. Such a pleasure...... Xoxo -E

Karen Van Cott

November 19, 2014

U were my childhood friend , first crush and first kiss! U gone too soon my friend ! U will be missed by all! What a loss to this world ! See u at heaven's gates as I know u will be there with open arms. Rest in Peace!

Kathy Graddy

November 19, 2014

Thanks for being my friend... We had a lot of good times!! You will be missed love you

Michelle Andes

November 19, 2014

I hope you are at peace my old friend. Sending much love to your family during this hard time. You were loved by so many!! RIP my dear friend.....

Ellen Sachs

November 19, 2014

We are so shocked and saddened to hear of K.C.'s passing. He was a fun childhood friend to our children inThousand Oaks. Our thoughts are with Deanna and Bill. From Ellen and Bill Sachs.

Robin Horne

November 18, 2014

Bless you old friend - always so sweet and fun with such a bright smile!! My deepest condolences and prayers to KC's family.

David McDonough

November 18, 2014

Rest in peace, old friend

Melissa Grove

November 18, 2014

Oh KC. Sooooo many laughs and smiles. Sending love to your family and I will see you "in the next room".

Chris Dodd

November 18, 2014

My condolences to KC's family...he was a great person and I'm going to miss him.

Jessica Eiben

November 18, 2014

Hey buddy!! I wish I could have had one last hug with you and I'm saddened to know you are gone. You have always had a special place in my heart and I will always hold on to some of the fondest memories with you. Xoxoxo Jess

Michelle Chaney

November 18, 2014

KC you will be missed by so many. You had such a big heart. And touched so many people in so many ways.
R. I. P. my friend. XO. My deepest condolences

Kerri Silva

November 18, 2014

I was so sad to hear of your passing. You were a light and now you are out of pain sweet dear friend...Love Ker.

Anna Baker

November 18, 2014

My deepest condolences to your family and friends. You brought plenty of happiness to everybody. ??

Sandy Webrand

November 18, 2014

It is hard to believe, K.C., but God must have thought he needed you more than we did. Your passing has left a hole in the heart of your loved ones that will probably never completely heal.

Erin Hickey, Funeral Director

November 18, 2014

Thank you for giving me the honor of serving your family at such a delicate time in your lives. It is clear to me how much K.C. means to you. I'm sure he valued the love of each of you just as you value his. I hope the way you've chosen to honor his memory and celebrate his life brings you a sense of peace in the time to come.

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