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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...

Mackenzi Jaede Rickman

Mackenzi Jaede Rickman

Sep 4, 2023

Mackenzi Jaede Rickman, “Kenzi”, a vibrant spirited young soul, left us September 4, 2023, at the tender age of 16. She was born January 14, 2007, in Casper, Wyoming. She brought joy and laughter to the lives of all those who had the privilege of knowing her. Kenzie’s unexpected departure has left her family and friends devastated, yet their hearts...

Linda Louise Bays

Linda Louise Bays

Sep 4, 2023

 

Linda Louise Lookingbill Bays of Casper, Wyoming, passed away surrounded by her family on September 4, 2023 at the age of 82. Linda was born on November 30, 1940 in Douglas, Wyoming to Daniel Arthur Lookingbill, Jr. and Edna Helen Hisaw.

Linda lived her life in various towns of Wyoming, including Torrington, Lysite, Lost Cabin, Morton, and Midwest, where...

Beth Hocker

Beth Hocker

Sep 3, 2023

Nora Beth Hocker

March 9, 1972 -September 3, 2023

Beth passed away at the Hospice of Laramie with her family by her side.

She is survived by her father John Scott Hocker of Casper, sister Shannan(Mark) Hayman of Littleton, CO, nephews Jason(Emily) Hawes of Denver, CO, Hayden Hocker of Wheatland WY, niece Hannah(Ryder) Seely of Wheatland WY, and her wonderful...

Bonnie Jean Lara

Bonnie Jean Lara

Sep 2, 2023

Bonnie Jean Lara of Casper, WY passed away on September 2, 2023.   Bonnie was born in Casper, WY to Mark and Rosanne Lara on October 29th, 1969. She attended high school at Natrona County High School and graduated in 1988.  Bonnie went on to earn an Associate of Science degree in pharmacy technology from Casper College. For the past few...

Sally Anne Whetham

Sally Anne Whetham

Sep 1, 2023

Sally Anne (Lloyd) Whetham was born March 18, 1951 to J.R. (Bob) and Wilma (Willie) Lloyd in Casper Wyoming, the fourth of five children.

Sally grew up on the family’s ranches near Bill (Antelope Creek Ranch) and Dubois (Triangle C Ranch).  She attended the Coal Mine School on the Haefele Ranch near Bill, Dubois schools, and graduated with the class...

Louis Joseph LaBounta, Jr.

Louis Joseph LaBounta, Jr.

Aug 31, 2023

Louis J. LaBounta, Jr. passed away on August 31, 2023 in Casper, WY.

No services are scheduled at this time.

John Jesse Knox

John Jesse Knox

Aug 29, 2023

John Jesse Knox, 67, of Casper, WY, passed away peacefully at his home in Casper, on August 29th, 2023. John was born July 5th, 1956, to Robert B. and Polly L. Knox.

He lived and attended schools in Casper where he graduated from Natrona County high school in 1974. He attended college in Laramie at The University of Wyoming.

John...

Roxanne Sadie Bartosh

Roxanne Sadie Bartosh

Aug 28, 2023

 

  Roxanne Sadie Bartosh, 33, went to her heavenly home on Monday, August 28, 2023. She was a cherished wife and mother of four beautiful daughters.

  Roxanne was born on February 9,1990, to Dave Bullock and Angela Simmons (Bullock) in Casper, Wyoming.

  Roxanne and the love of her life, Flint, were married on September 18, 2010. They...

Danny Raith

Danny Raith

Aug 27, 2023

Dan Raith

April 4, 1945 to August 27, 2023

Lander, Wyoming

 

Dan Raith, 78, passed away on August 27, 2023. He was preceded in death by his parents, Louis and Iris Raith and siblings Sandy Raith Huntsman and Dale Raith. He is survived by his children, Robert Raith, Cindy Raith Schabatka and Steven Raith and sister Patricia Raith Attoe.

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Cecil "Dick Bison" Richard Gilbert

Cecil "Dick Bison" Richard Gilbert

Aug 25, 2023

Cecil Richard (Dick Bison) Gilbert, 94, of Casper, passed away on August 25, 2023, at his home in Casper.

Cecil was born in Grinnell, IA to Raymond H. and Rosale W. Gilbert on March 24, 1929. Cecil (Red) joined the Navy in 1945 and was transferred to Casper as a recruiter in January 1950.

Dick got part-time work with Bison...

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