Gloria Elaine Brannam: 1945 – 2024
Gloria Elaine Brannam, 78, was born July 21,1945 to George and Olive Nordman in Ann Arbor, Michigan. She was called home on Sunday, May 19, 2024.
She married Elmer George Brannam Jr. August 16, 1963. Together they had six children. They divorced in 1982, however; she remained faithful to her vows and never remarried.
Elmer and Gloria moved to Gillette, Wyoming in 1980, where she lived out the remainder of her years. She spent many of those years as a loyal employee at Albertson’s until she retired at the age of 62. After retirement she spent her time making wonderful memories with her family and making friends with any cat or dog she came in contact with. She is loved beyond measure and will be missed by everyone who knew her.
Gloria is survived by her children: Russell James, Elmer George III (Karen), Melissa (Humberto), Julie, Tom; her sister, Judy; her grandchildren: Tim(Tana), Daniel, Danielle (James), Eric, Blake (Yadira), Michael (Shelby), Courtney, Katie, Jonathan, Kayla, Taylor, Stevie, Andrew; and many great-grandchildren.
She was preceded in death by her mother; father; stepfather; daughter, Tina; brothers: David, Donnie, George; and her sister Nancy.
She will be cremated at her request. There will be a family service held at a later date. In lieu of flowers, please consider donating to your local animal shelter on Gloria’s behalf.
Rick Pierce: 1947 – 2024
It is with great sadness, the family of Rick Pierce, 76, announce his passing on May 22, 2024, after a courageous battle with lung disease. Rick was surrounded by his family during his last days.
Ricky Roy was born December 14, 1947 in Hot Springs, South Dakota to Roy “Sam” and Alice Pierce. He served in the National Guard for six years, serving in both South Dakota and Wyoming.
On January 5, 1968, Rick married Jeanette C. Lewis, the love of his life. They have been married for 56 years. Rick and Jeanette shared their life and love with Tonya Rae (Shawn) Dickeson of Mt. Juliet, Tennessee and Tracy Lynn (Brad) Moller of Casper, Wyoming and their four grandchildren: Lane, Logan, Jaycee and Morgan.
Rick was an auto parts salesman for the majority of his working career, with over 30 of those years being at NAPA Auto. Rick also worked at the Ford Wyoming Center (Event Center) for more than 25 years, where he enjoyed visiting with everyone. If you attended events there, you always saw Rick with a smile on his face!
Family and friends describe Rick as meticulous and particular, a man who liked routine. His lawn brought him much pride and he would mow it at least three times a week during the peak growing season, being sure to keep his pattern precise. He enjoyed wood working and working on his car. His tools were always perfectly placed and organized in his shop.
They also describe Rick as loving. His wife was the love of his life, his girls such a source of pride and his grandkids were the apple of his eye. HIS dogs meant the world to him and he didn’t mind his cats either. Rick was an avid member of the Oil Capital Car Club and was very proud of his 1951 Ford Victoria which won him numerous trophies and awards.
Rick was preceded in death by his grandson, Lane Dickeson; brother, Gary Lee Pierce; and his parents, Roy “Sam” and Alice Pierce.
He is survived by his wife, Jeanette; his daughters and their families, Tonya, Shawn and Jaycee Dickeson; and Tracy, Brad, Logan and Morgan Moller. He is also survived by his brother, Sam (Robin) Pierce; and sister, Barb (Doug) Rosane; as well as numerous nieces, nephews, and cousins.
The family would like to encourage everyone to drive their classic or hot rod cars to Rick’s service which will be held Wednesday, May 29 at 1:00 p.m. Highland Park Church with a reception to follow at the church.
Barbara Ross: 1935 – 2024
Barbara “Bobbie” Lou Ross died on May 21, 2024, in Casper, Wyoming, at the age of 88.
She was born October 23, 1935 to Charles and Cecile Rogers, in Casper, Wyoming, of which she was a lifelong resident, short of several winters spent in Crawford, Texas.
She graduated from Natrona County High School in 1954.
She married Marvin Overacre Ross on January 16, 1955 and they had two children: Roger R. and Rita R. Ross.
She was an accomplished artist, having completed commissioned pieces, sold prints of her pencil collection, authored and illustrated a sheltie grooming book. She was a professional dog breeder, handler and judge. Titling multiple dogs in conformation, obedience, agility and herding. She was working with her dog JoJo and herding sheep until her death. She was unbelievably determined; the jack of many trades and the master of them all!
She is preceded in death by her parents, Charles and Cecile Rogers; her husband of 42 years, Marvin Overacre Ross; and sister, Dorothy “Dody” Marie Brown.
She is survived by her brother Ronald “Ronny” Rogers of Buellton California; her son, Roger (Staci) Ross of Cheyenne, Wyoming; her daughter, Rita Snodgrass of Evansville, Wyoming; grandchildren: Dusty (Jordan) Dupree of Moore, Montana, Emmy (Daniel) Jenson of Willow Springs, Missouri; great-grandchildren: Colter, Madison, Braedyn, Jettson, Jase and Jaxs; several nephews; nieces; and many, many friends across the country.
At her request no formal services will be held.
Brenda Lynn York: 1962 – 2024
Brenda York,(Cruver) was born August 27,1962 in the state of Washington to Keith and Judy Cruver.
She passed peacefully in her sleep after a long hard battle with lung cancer. She beat cancer but it took the ultimate toll on her body’s health.
She was one of seven children born to our family, including: Tim Cruver, Christopher Cruver, Dorothy Worrell, Jessica Dreher, Douglas Cruver, and Kathleen Cruver(deceased).
She is survived by her two children, Suzanne Thornton and Jonathon (Dex) Skarsvog; and grandchildren: Keith Covey, Westley Thornton, Judith Thornton, and Alara Skarsvog; also longtime friends, John (Turtle) Schilling, and Nancy from Butte, Montana. She also loved her faithful dog, Defender (FEN).
Brenda had a love for singing and was the lead in our family sing-a-longs. She loved to cook and share her recipes with family members. Brenda collected Unicorns and displayed them as space allowed. She was known to help others in any way she could, even literally giving them the shirt off her back. She was very loved and will be greatly missed.
The family asks that in lieu of flowers donations be made to cancer research.
