Williams Judge Takes a Break from Courtroom on Honey Creek Farm

Feeling as comfortable on the bench as he does officiating a wedding at the edge of the Grand Canyon, Williams Justice Court Judge Rob Krombeen says he is living the sweet life, literally, tending to Honey Creek Farm.

“I feel we are living the sweet life because of the fruitful contributions we make toward sustainable farming on our property and the relationships we build with our customers as we improve their quality of life through the products we provide,” he said.

Judge Krombeen and his wife, Sheila, turned their multi-acre property into a business venture nearly two years ago. They raise chickens, cows and pigs and make soaps and honey.

He believes working on the farm is good for him. “I deal with a lot of conflict at the court and I embrace it, but I love seeing and working with my animals and our farm because it’s good for my mental health and physical wellness.”

Krombeen attended a private school in Western Michigan before heading to Prescott to study and work at Yavapai College. He then joined the United States Air Force and was stationed in Germany and Italy, where two of his three children were born. “My son was born in Italy and my daughter was born in Germany. As a young family, living overseas had a deep impact on us.”

Prior to serving as Justice of the Peace for the Williams Precinct of Coconino County, Krombeen worked for the Williams Police Department for 23 years.

“My greatest achievement during those careers was the ability to serve the public and have the opportunity to make a positive difference in people’s lives, particularly those experiencing difficult personal challenges.”

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