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Daniel Lee Williams

Daniel Lee Williams

Oct 2, 2023

Daniel Lee “Danny” Williams, 73, of Casper WY passed away on 2 October 2023 at Banner Medical Center.

Danny was born in Pitcher Oklahoma to Charles Williams and Hazel Bunce-Williams on September 28, 1950. He worked for the City of Casper water department for 28 years retiring in 2007. Danny enjoyed camping, fishing, hunting, and any other outdoor activities. He...

Russell Richardson Runyon

Russell Richardson Runyon

Oct 2, 2023

 

 

  Russell Richardson Runyon, Age 102 .  Passed Away on October 2nd, 2023.

Russell was born August 6th, 1921 in New Albany, KS.  He was the last of 12 siblings to survive. 

  He served in World War II and was Honorably Discharged from the Army Air Corps.  He served in China, Burma, India and Okinawa. 

  Russell...

William Dean Wilson Jr.

William Dean Wilson Jr.

Oct 1, 2023

 

William Dean (Bill) Wilson Jr. passed away peacefully on Sunday, October 1st in Casper, Wyoming at the age of 73, following a long courageous battle with early-onset Alzheimer’s.  

He is survived by his children Brandy L. Popp (Jerome) of Glenrock Wyoming, Catherine M. Quincey (Samuel) of Chiefland Florida, William D. Wilson III of Dunnellon Florida; 7 grandchildren, Brittany,...

Louis Steven Parke

Louis Steven Parke

Sep 30, 2023

 

                Steve passed away at his home September 28th, 2023. He was the first born to Louis and MaryAnn Parke July 19,1953 in Casper, Wyoming. He was followed by three brothers, Paul, Kevin, Randy and two Sisters, Tammy and Julie. His mom later re married and had two other sons, Jack and Jason along with step sons Robert and...

Joshua Harland Olson

Joshua Harland Olson

Sep 27, 2023

 

 Joshua Harland Olson, or when he was younger often referred to as Ollie, passed away peacefully at home in his sleep on September 27, 2023, of a cardiac event.  Joshua was the firstborn to Arlo James Olson and Vicky RaNae Bowers on October 22, 1980 in Garrison, ND.  The family began to grow, with his sister Kristina, “Sissy”, as...

Gregory Hunter Short

Gregory Hunter Short

Sep 27, 2023

Hunter Short 72 of Casper passed on September 27, 2023.  He is survived by his wife Jeanne and 3 children and several grandchildren.  Chris Short, son, of Vista California, Brian Short of Casper, and Kristie Short of Colorado Springs, Colorado.  Hunter was a teacher, vice principal, principal and coach.  He was born in Washington DC and raised by his mother...

Judith Ann Hunt

Judith Ann Hunt

Sep 24, 2023

Judith Ann Hunt of Casper, Wyoming, a beloved daughter, mother, grandmother and great grandmother returned to Heaven at 1:35 AM on Sunday, September 24, 2023, surrounded by her children at the Life Care Center of Casper at the age of 83.

She was born in Muscatine, Iowa on December 26, 1939, to Leonard Ernest Gilleland and Georgia Lou Allie (Wooden)...

Jacob William Crowder

Jacob William Crowder

Sep 22, 2023

Jacob William Crowder, 43, passed away peacefully and on his own terms on September 22, 2023, in Casper, Wyoming with his Casper siblings by his side, following a battle with addiction to alcohol. Born to Kary Jo Webb on June 16, 1980, in Laramie, Wyoming, they soon relocated to Casper to begin their new lives. Their family began to grow,...

Keith W. Humphrey

Keith W. Humphrey

Sep 21, 2023

The family will hold a celebration of life at a later date.

William John Williams

William John Williams

Sep 20, 2023

 

  William John Williams, 61, of Casper, Wyoming passed away at Banner Health Medical Center on September 20, 2023.

  William was born in Denver, Colorado on July 31, 1962, to Vonda and Donald Barge. He has three brothers and two sisters. He left school at a young age to start working.

  Wiliam is survived by Timothy Williams,...

Carolyn Rheta Carlson

Carolyn Rheta Carlson

Sep 20, 2023

  Carolyn Carlson (Carolyn Rheta Hinton) passed away peacefully on September 20, 2023, in Casper, Wyoming. She was born on September 8, 1942, in Phoenix, Arizona to Douglas and Rheta (Alix) Hinton.

  Living in California in 1960, Carolyn met and married a Wyoming boy, Capp Carlson. Capp and Carolyn were married for over 63 years, and they have three...

Gerry N. Bolger

Gerry N. Bolger

Sep 19, 2023

  Gerry Neal Bolger passed away on Tuesday, September 19th, in Casper, WY, following a long battle with early-onset Alzheimer’s at the age of 70. He is survived by his spouse of 50 years, Debra, and his three children Trever Bolger, and Toni Smith, both of Casper, WY, and Trent Bolger, his daughter-in-law Katrina Bolger of Helena, MT; and his...

Cecil Thomas Engels

Cecil Thomas Engels

Sep 18, 2023

Cecil Thomas Engels, age 97, of Casper, Wyoming, passed away September 18, 2023 at Garden Square Assisted Living. He was born in Townsend, Montana on March 17, 1926 to Harold Gibson and Florence Engels. Cecil grew up there for a short time and then moved to Midwest, Wyoming. His father worked in the oilfields and his mother was a cook...

Clarence R. Pearson

Clarence R. Pearson

Sep 16, 2023

Clarence Rod Pearson, 87, of Casper, WY passed away Sept. 16, 2023 at his residence surrounded by his family and loved ones.

Clarence was born Sept. 18, 1935 in Martinsville, IN to parents, Clarence and Dolly Pearson. He was honorably discharged from the U.S. Army July 28, 1961.

Clarence is survived by his wife of 60 years, Snow; children, Paul...

Cheryl Lynn Elfering

Cheryl Lynn Elfering

Sep 14, 2023

 

Cheryl Lynn Elfering, 74, of Casper WY, passed away on Thursday September 14, 2023, in Casper, WY.  Cheryl was born on January 3, 1949, in Rawlins, WY to Frank and Freida Williams. She attended Kelly Walsh High School and was a member of the first graduating class in 1967. She went on to earn a Bachelor of Science degree...

Muryl J. Underwood

Muryl J. Underwood

Sep 12, 2023

Muryl J. Underwood, beloved wife, mother, and friend, passed away on September 12, 2023, at the age of 82. She was born on June 24, 1941, in her hometown of Casper, Wyoming to Lester and Naomi Rogers.Muryl had a fulfilling career that spanned several decades. She began working at the Gladstone Hotel and Troy Dry Cleaners before moving on to...

Frances Ryther Harris-Swanson

Frances Ryther Harris-Swanson

Sep 8, 2023

The true force of nature we called Mom was born Frances Marion Ryther on April 26, 1929 in Rapid City, SD.

As a depression era child, Frances learned both the frugality and generosity of society during her early years. She started school in Rapid City, SD, however the lengthening depression forced the family to move in search of steady employment....

James "Jim" Kalkowski

James "Jim" Kalkowski

Sep 6, 2023

James “Jim” Anthony Kalkowski, 81, of Casper, WY entered into Eternal Rest on September 6, 2023 in Casper, WY.

Jim was born on December 31, 1941 in Loup City, NE to Herbert and Arlene Kalkowski.  He grew up in the sand hills of Nebraska and often shared fond memories of those years.  He attended country schools as a child, helping...

Jon Nicolaysen

Jon Nicolaysen

Sep 5, 2023

Jon Clement Nicolaysen

October 23, 1946 - September 5, 2023

Jon was born in Casper, Wyoming to Mary Hester (Lathrop) and Gerald Gifford (“Gerry”) Nicolaysen. He was the descendant of four pioneer families of Casper: the Nicolaysens, the Evans, the Lathrops and the Governor Bryant Butler Brooks families.

Jon grew up on the family ranch northeast of Casper that was...

Ralph Wayne Cantrell

Ralph Wayne Cantrell

Sep 5, 2023

Ralph W. Cantrell was born February 15, 1948, in Smithville, TN, to Herbert Cantrell and Lillie (Farless) Cantrell. He passed peacefully surrounded by his family on September 5, 2023. He loved the outdoors from an early age. He spent many years hunting, fishing, and causing nonsense with his brothers and enjoyed playing football during his high school years. He got...

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