Benjamin "Ben" Bournes

Benjamin Franklin Bournes III was born alongside his twin brother Jerry Delaine Bournes III on July 28th 1995 in Salt Lake City Utah to their loving mother Rene Mabbitt. Although Ben was born in Utah, he lived and called Casper his home.

Benjamin loved riding on his Harley, driving semi, spending time with his friends and family, and most importantly being a father. Ben was the kind of person who could easily make light in any situations; his goofy and bubbly personality could always make everyone and anyone smile. Ben always wanted to have fun and he was always on the go. Ben was not only the best dad, but uncle and cousin in every way, every single child that he came across loved him. His brother Jerry was his built in best friend from child birth to adulthood, the Bournes brothers, and everyone knew it. And one thing is for certain, Ben would do anything to protect and be there for the people that he loves.

Benjamin is proceeded in death by, Troy Mabbitt (Pops), Joey Geelan (his best friend) and Grandparents.

Benjamin was survived by his Mother Rene Mabbitt, Father Vern Yarbrough, Brother Jerry Bournes his girlfriend Ali and their children Rozalina and Divine Bournes, step brothers little Vern & Riley Eitel, sister Crystal, son Roman King Bournes, his soulmate Taylor Olson, uncles and aunts- Jason &Jennifer Johansen, Kevin Johansen & Cassandra, Ted & April Johansen, Curtis Keck& Chris Lemon. Grandmother Carla Winkworth. Along side many cousins, and nieces and nephews who he deeply loved and adored.  And hundreds of friends that Benjamin called family along the way.

Visiting services for Benjamin will be held at Bustard’s Funeral home on Friday, May 14th from 2pm-4pm.

Arrangements are entrusted to Bustard & Jacoby Funeral Home , 600 CY Ave. Casper, WY 82601.