John Osborn Mayer passed away on May 5, 2019 in Casper, WY. John was born on May 17, 1940 in Omaha, NE, the only child of John and Betty Mayer. The family moved to Casper, WY where he graduated from Natrona County High School, Casper College and the University of Wyoming. John married Carol Reckling […]
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Obituaries: Green, Yung, Jackson
On May 1, 2019 Jean Marie Green, a loving wife and mother of four, passed away at the young age of 65 years. Jean was born in Poplar, MT on April 17, 1954 to Roland and Hazel Rettig. She has two loving sisters, Linda Alger and Pat Rickett. She attended Widefield High School in Colorado […]
Obituaries: Van Matre, Pardue
Don Van Matre It is with the deepest regret and sorrow that the Sweetwater County Commissioners must acknowledge and inform the community of the death of our dear friend and fellow County Commissioner, Don Van Matre. Commissioner Van Matre passed away at the Sweetwater County Memorial Hospital at approximately 2:30 a.m. on May 2, 2019, […]
Obituaries: Connely, Sisco
Shane Ryan Connely left us on April 27th, 2019, 33 years young. Shane was born March 24th, 1986 to parents Brian and Jane (Connely) Shuman in Casper, WY. Shane lived his childhood in the Wyoming way; campfires and canoes, road trips and adventures; surrounded by family and friends. Shane became a tall, strong, and handsome […]
Obituaries: Niemi, Patton, Bouzis
Randy Carl Niemi passed away April 27, 2019, doing one of the things he loved most, riding his four-wheeler, in Casper, WY. Randy was born on April 29, 1957 to Edward and Grace Niemi in Red Lodge, Montana. As a child, he enjoyed getting into mischief with his two older brothers, Neil and Larry. They […]
Obituary: Magee
Alison S Pitcaithly Magee died peacefully in her home, April 24, 2019, after a 40 year battle with cancer. Alison was born on October 4, 1936 to Ngata and Reena Pitcaithly in Dannevirke, New Zealand. As a child, she loved the beach, bagpipe music, horses, equestrian riding, sailing and sports. She held many records for hurdles […]
Obituaries: Ragsdale, Moens
Marvin Kent Ragsdale, age 65Date of Death: 4/18/2019 at Wyoming Medical Center in Casper WYDOB: 2/9/1954 Casper WY to Donald LaVern and Lorene Faye RagsdaleGrew up in Midwest WY and Graduated from Midwest High School in 1972, worked most of his life in the Salt Creek Oilfield and eventually owning his own Roustabout Service Ragsdale […]
Obituaries: Anderson, Eldredge, Jr., Vollmar
Grace Anderson, 103, passed away on April 22, 2019 in Casper, Wyoming. She was born on October 19, 1915 in Swindon, England. A funeral service will be held at 3:00 PM on Thursday, April 25, 2019 at the River of Life Church/Hebrew Roots Congregation of Casper with Tom Aitchison officiating. Interment will be at Memorial […]
Obituaries: Olson, Humberson, Temple
Katheryn L. “Kathy” Olson, age 69, of Casper, WY passed away April 18, 2019 at her home. Kathy was born December 6, 1949 in Lincoln, NE to Dr. William and Ann (Holscher) O’Keefe. Not long after Kathy’s birth, the O’Keefes made the move to Casper, where they would become vibrant community members. Kathy attended St. […]
Obituaries: Anderson, Schroeder, Walkin,
Alexander “Alex” Warren Anderson went to be with Jesus on March 28, 2019 in Casper, Wyoming. Alex was born to Josh and Tina Matthews on April 19, 1994. He was one of four children. At an early age Alex loved the Army but due to health issues he was unable to follow his dreams and […]
Obituaries: Rawdon
Michelle Valerie Rawdon, 60 of Scottsbluff, Nebraska passed away, Tuesday, April 16, 2019 at her home. Her memorial service will be held on Monday, April 22, 2019 at 2:00 p.m. at Dugan Kramer Funeral Chapel. Online condolences may be left at www.dugankramer.com. Michelle was born in Bridgeport, NE to Robert and Betty Dugger. With a […]
Obituaries: Mitchell, Pratt
Michael Lee Mitchell, born November 19, 1958 and passed on April 11, 2018. He was a lifetime resident of Rawlins, Wyoming. Mike loved to hunt, fish and ride his ATV with friends and family. He always had a story to share that would usually end in laughter. He had a great sense of humor. Mike […]
Obituaries: Emery, Baker
Dennis Wilding Emery, 84, of Casper, WY peacefully passed into the loving arms of his Father in Heaven, on the morning of April 15, 2019 at the Kloefkorn Home of Central Wyoming Hospice & Transitions. He and his wife, Barbara, had resided in Casper for 34 years. Dennis was born March 13, 1935 in Salt […]
Obituaries: Broughton, Madden
Ronnie Ray Broughton, 63, returned to his heavenly home on April 9, 2019 after a struggle with liver cancer. His devotion to his family and his firm belief in God supported him in his struggle and ultimately gave him peace. Ronnie was born to the late Bobby Ray Broughton and Dorothy Gayle Broughton-Slade, in Hopewell, […]
Obituaries: Routon, Coates
Frances “Dee” Routon was born September 18, 1935 and died April 4, 2019. She grew up in Welch, WV as a Coal Miner’s daughter with 8 brothers and sisters. She moved to Blythe, CA in the 50’s returning to WV in the 70’s where she met the love of her life, Don Routon. Together, they […]
Obituaries: Baughman, Clark, Padgett
Mason William Baughman Mason was born July 9, 2005 in Casper to Sonja Bryan and Garth Baughman. Mason loved to be outdoors and spent as much time as possible outside. He loved fishing, hiking, playing ball, swords, video games and just generally having fun. Mason’s love of the outdoors came from his entire family. He […]
Obituaries: May, Pottorff, Valenzuela
Leamon “Lee” May, 86, passed away on April 2, 2019 at home in Douglas, Wyoming surrounded by family. Lee was born on January 16, 1933 in Reynolds, Missouri to Agnes (Sanders) and Willard May. In 1957, Lee married the love of his life, Wilma Barlow. They celebrated 62 years of marriage on March 23. In […]
Obituaries: Zierolf, Rasnick
Gerald “Jerry” P. Zierolf, 54, passed away on April 2, 2019 in Casper, Wyoming. He was born on December 15, 1964 in Sandusky, Ohio. Gerald attended Greybull High School and by profession became an Equipment Operator and truck driver, he was a hard worker and dedicated to his job. He enjoyed Racing, mechanic, carpentry and dancing. […]
Obituaries: Holden, Wheeler, Ewalt
Gordon F Holden was born in Casper, Wyoming on December 1, 1930 to Roger and Edith Dunn Holden. He grew up and continued to live in Casper. Wyoming was his home and he loved to share it with his family and friends. The outdoors called him and he enjoyed hunting and fishing throughout the state. […]
Obituaries: Barnard, Steinfeld
William (Bill) Barnard, 93, passed away on March 29, 2019 at Life Care Center in Casper, Wyoming. Bill was born on March 6, 1926 in Casper, Wyoming, to Pauline Nelson Barnard and William Bell Barnard. Bill graduated from Natrona County High School in 1944.After serving in the United States Navy during World War 11, he […]
Obituaries: Moore, Morgan, Simons, Covey
Ethan Thomas Leroy Moore, 19, passed away on March 27, 2019 in Casper, Wyoming. He was born on October 19, 1999 in Casper to Richard and Sara Moore. Ethan attended Casper School and was employed by Discount Garage Door & KP Ranch He loved fast cars, fishing and spending time with his friends. Ethan is […]
Obituaries: Breed, Covey
Charles Herbert “Herb” Breed, 80, passed away Wednesday March 20, 2019 at his home. He was born June 13, 1938 in Emporia, Kansas, the only child of Charles Kenneth Breed and Mable Maude Logsdon Breed. Herb attended Hartford’High School where he graduated with the class of 1956. Following high school, Herb enlisted in the United […]
Obituaries: Hitchcock, Taggart, Carlson
John C. Hitchcock, 89, passed away on March 27, 2019 in Casper, Wyoming. He was born on May 9, 1930 to John and Ruth Hitchcock in Potomac, Maryland. John served in the United States Navy. He received his bachelors of Divinity from America University in DC. John had numerous occupations, Pastor, Evangelist with Billy Graham, […]