Steven Duane Hoy, Age 73 of Townsend, MT
June 5, 1952 – March 10, 2026
“I’m Glad You Guys Got to See Me”
Steve was born in Helena, Montana on June 5, 1952 to the late Joanne Morris Hoy (King), and Rex Hoy. Steve was our dad, our friend, our hero, and a husband to Cindy for 43 years. Anyone who took the time to know him, loved him. And he had many friends. He loved music and life to him was a song, and even though our hearts are broken at his passing, we rejoice in knowing that he has gone home and is now singing with Jesus. Steve you are gone but definitely not forgotten!
Steve was one of a kind. A dying breed of the old Montana ways. And they broke the mold after him. He grew up rough and tumble and because of that, he had his own way of looking at things. He was always straight forward and blunt. You never left off from having a conversation with him wondering, “Gee I wonder what Steve thought about that,” because he was always sure to tell you exactly what he thought whether you like it or not. That sounds harsh but in reality, he had a very compassionate heart. And it was because of his genuine personality that his family and friends loved and respected him.
He loved his family. He was proud of his sons, Trampus, Caleb and his honorary son Tyler and several others that he had taken into his heart. He loved his daughter-in-law Darcy and he was proud of all the kid’s achievements in life. He loved his grandchildren Eli, Aiden and Brynlee and looked forward to the weekends when they would come and spend the night. He said it made our house happy for them to be there. He had several other grandchildren that he loved and cared about but they just lived too far away to get to spend much time with them.
Steve loved his brothers Mark, Mike, Vance, Andy, Pat, Rex, and sister LaLani. Their early years of growing up together left a lasting mark on his life and he enjoyed spending time reminiscing about their lives together. He had many stories to tell of his growing up years and most people would not believe those stories though all of them were true. We tried to get him to write them down, and Cindy was successful in writing some of them down but others have died with him, known only to him and God. The world missed out because his life was colorful to say the least. One of his favorite expressions was, “NEVER HOLLER WHOA IN A MUD HOLE!” I think it was born out of his tough growing up years.
Steve loved his friends. He enjoyed his weekly visits with his best bud Daryl and spent time making and listening to music with him and those times when friend Bruce and brother Rex would join them. Then there were several others; Don, DJ, Bill, Buddy, Wooten, Boone, Mark, Susag, and many others too many to name. Some have gone on and left this earth but others still remain.
Steve was a cowboy, a house painter, a wrangler, and was driving truck years ago when he broke his back in a couple of places and lived a life of constant pain. He loved to grow hay before his body started to give out. He loved to hunt and fish and be with his family and friends.
And Steve loved his wife Cindy and he will truly be missed by her.
Steve is preceded in death by his mother Joanne King, father Rex Hoy, brothers Andy, Vance and Pat Goyins.
Steve is survived by his loving wife Cindy of 43 years, sons Trampus (Brandie) Hoy, Caleb (Darcy) Hoy, grandchildren Elijah Hoy, Aiden Hoy, Brynlee Hoy, Calvin (Kaydence) Hoy, Devon Hoy, Eve (Ty) Webb, Isaiah, Prince Hoy, Pharoah Hoy, and Blessing Hoy.
A funeral service will take place on March 20, 2026 at 2pm at Anderson Stevenson Wilke Funeral Home, 3750 N Montana Ave., Helena, MT 59602. Burial will follow to Sunset Memorial Gardens Cemetery, 7100 N Montana Ave., Helena, MT 59602. Condolences may be shared at www.aswfuneralhome.com in memory of Steve.
Service Schedule
Celebration of His Life
2:00pm
Friday March 20, 2026
Anderson Stevenson Wilke Funeral Home
3750 N Montana Ave
Helena, Montana 59602
Burial
Following the Memorial Service
Friday March 20, 2026
Sunset Memorial Gardens
7100 N Montana Ave.
Helena, Montana 59602
Reception
Following the Graveside Service
Friday March 20, 2026
American Legion
3095 Villard Ave.
Helena, Montana 59602
Service Schedule
Celebration of His Life
2:00pm
Friday March 20, 2026
Anderson Stevenson Wilke Funeral Home
3750 N Montana Ave
Helena, Montana 59602
Burial
Following the Memorial Service
Friday March 20, 2026
Sunset Memorial Gardens
7100 N Montana Ave.
Helena, Montana 59602
Reception
Following the Graveside Service
Friday March 20, 2026
American Legion
3095 Villard Ave.
Helena, Montana 59602
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Roland Starkey says
I am very sorry to hear about Steve’s passing and pray for you Cindy and your family and know that you’re love for Jesus Christ will ease your pain and grief in this hard time! Blessings and Love to you all!🙏
Shawn Beckman says
I’m so sorry for your loss Cindy Caleb and all the family 🙏 Shawn Popp
Cindy Ward says
Sorry for your loss Trampas, God bless you. 🙏 for you
Cynthia Ward says
I’m Sorry for your loss Trampas, God bless you and sending Love. 🙏 for you
Brenda K Nelson says
Cindy,
I am so sorry for your loss, and will keep you in my thoughts and prayers .
Brenda
Branadine Strong says
So sorry for your loss Cindy, Caleb, Trampus be praying for all you and your family 🙏
Carolyn Truscott says
Gonna miss ya, Steve. From firepit serenades to days at the lake with you and Cindy, Mark and Bonnie, we all had a great trail ride with you these past few years. And more journeys together when we meet again. Scott and Carolyn Truscott.
Matt Schmidt says
I am so sorry and can’t find any words. Just know that we are praying for Cindy and the boys.
LaLani Whelen says
I loved Steve he would always call me sis.. I so loved everyone coming to our camp. The music touched my heart. Thank you Calab for always playing with him. Hugs to all.
Judy Windle says
Blessings to family! You all can now settle knowing Steve has paved the way for you to come! Blessings to you all !!!