Allen Todd Sanderson

What can I say about the only brother…only sibling…I’ve ever known. The brother I looked up to, leaned on, learned from, and most of all…loved.

Allen Todd Sanderson was born October 12, 1963, to his parents, Lynne and Noel Sanderson, in Jackson, Wyoming. He passed away on September 24, 2026, in Mills, Wyoming, just a few weeks shy of his 63rd birthday.

Allen grew up in Mills, attending Mills Elementary School, Dean Morgan Junior High and Natrona County High School, where he graduated in 1982.

Music and marching were an important part of Allen’s younger years. In the late 1970s thru early 1980s, he was a member of the Casper Troopers Drum & Bugle Corps, where he marched in the drum line. During that time, he started by playing cymbals and worked his way up to a coveted position in the snare drum line. His years with the Troopers were an important chapter in his life and gave him experiences and memories he carried with him long after his time with the corps.

In 1984, Allen joined the United States Navy and was stationed in Washington, D.C., where he served as a member of the United States Navy Ceremonial Guard until 1988. Among his most memorable experiences during his service were taking part in President Ronald Reagan’s second inauguration in 1985 and standing guard at Secretary of Defense Caspar Weinberger’s office at the Pentagon. His years in Washington gave Allen experiences and memories he carried with him throughout his life.

Following his time in the Navy, Allen returned to Wyoming and worked a variety of jobs throughout the years. He was semi-retired at the time of his passing.

Allen loved hiking and camping and enjoyed spending time outdoors. With a deep interest in history and archaeology, he was always drawn to learning about the people, places and stories of the past.

Music was another constant throughout Allen’s life, from his early years in the drum line with the Troopers to the music he continued to enjoy throughout his life. Anyone who knew him well knew he was a devoted fan of Rush, a band whose music and story held a special place with him for many years.

Allen was preceded in death by his parents, grandparents and other beloved family members. He is survived by his sister, Diane Mintle, and her husband, Robert, along with numerous cousins, extended family members and friends who will remember and miss him.

There is no way to fit nearly 63 years of a life into a few paragraphs. There are simply too many stories, too many memories, and too many moments that made Allen who he was. He was loved, he will be missed, and I will always be proud to call him my brother.

At Allen's request, there will be no traditional funeral service. Military honors will be held on Wednesday, October 21, 2026 at 1:30pm at Oregon Trail Veterans Cemetery in Evansville, Wyoming.