Obituaries

Jan 3, 2018

Stobie Burnell Isbell, 64, of Douglas, peacefully departed this world on January 3, 2018 in Casper, WY. This fisherman carpenter finally kicked the bait bucket, bit the sawdust, reached the end of his line, arrived at his last jobsite, bought the boat, cashed in his woodchips, was reeled in by the great fisher of men. On his last day he...

Jan 3, 2018

Bernice Jane Terrell Riley, born September 28, 1929 on a farm southeast of Torrington, Wyoming, passed on January 3, 2018. She was the 12th child of George Terrell & Carrie Jane Bucknole-Terrell. She was married to her beloved husband, Robert Edward Riley, on February 6, 1954 in Cheyenne Wyoming. Bernice and Bob moved to Casper in 1954. Bernice continued to...

Jan 3, 2018

Karen Underwood-Garduno, 51, of Casper, passed away peacefully in her sleep on January 3, 2018. She was born in Casper on August 1, 1966 to Elmer and Doris Underwood. Growing up, Karen attended Grant Elementary, Dean Morgan JH and NCHS. Karen was a single mother of three boys. She graduated from Casper College, and continued on to earn her Bachelor's...

Jan 2, 2018

John "Jack" Keller passed away at his home in Casper, Wyoming on January 2, 2018. Jack was born on October 7, 1951 to Michael and Marlene Keller. He was raised and lived most of his life in Casper. He graduated from NCHS and worked 40 years for Northern Utilities, Kansas Nebraska, Kinder Morgan and Tallgrass Energy. He retired in 2014....

Jan 1, 2018

Arla Jean Howell, 94, passed away on January 1, 2018 in Casper, Wyoming. A graveside service will be held at 1:00 P.M. on Monday, January 15, 2018 at the Oregon Trail State Veterans Cemetery in Evansville, Wyoming, with her nephew, Dan Ferguson officiating. A full obituary will follow soon. . Service

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Jan 1, 2018

Brett M. Hede died on January 1, 2018 at the age of 63 following a two year battle with cancer. He was born in Powell, WY and the family moved to Casper in 1961. In 1965 Brett joined the Casper Troopers and enjoyed performing with the corp until the end of summer in 1972. Following his graduation from Kelly Walsh...

Jan 1, 2018

Joanne was born May 24 1930 in Leechburg PA. to Albert and Ethel George. At a young age they moved to Lodge Grass MT. Then in late 1951 they moved to Casper WY. She worked as a cook for most of her life. She retired in 1995 from the Chefs Coop. Joanne loved spending time with her family, especially her...

Jan 1, 2018

Tera Shawn Gillett, born in Worland, Wyoming February 15, 1964, passed peacefully in her sleep, January 1, 2018. Tera lived a life of giving. She graduated from Natrona County High School in 1982 and from the University of Wyoming in 1986 and 1988 with degrees in Psychology and Social Work. Tera was also certified as a National Professional Bereavement Facilitator....

Dec 31, 2017

Peter (Pete) Beatty, 69, passed away on December 31, 2017 in Casper, Wyoming. Pete was born on February 26, 1948 in Hot Springs, South Dakota to Edward Zimmerman and Minnie Crowell. He spent his early childhood in New Castle, Wyoming. He moved to Casper after Minnie remarried and was adopted by George Beatty. Pete attended Westwood Elementary, Dean Morgan, and...

Dec 30, 2017

Audrey Susan Tait, 90, passed away on December 30, 2017 in Casper, Wyoming. She was born on March 14, 1927 in Ft. Washington, Wisconsin. Audrey loved plants and going gambling. She is survived by her daughter, Kim Balain of Casper, Wyoming; grandchildren, Roy Balain of Casper, Wyoming, Michael Henson of Mills, Wyoming; Dan Henson of Bar Nunn, Wyoming; Jessie Foote...

Dec 30, 2017

Loretta Juanita Penton born Loretta Juanita Raines to Carl and Mary (Bishop) Raines married Jack Leon Penton on September 5, 1952. Loretta was a devoted wife, mother and grandmother and a longtime member of the Faith Assembly Church of Casper. She enjoyed crafts, traveling, fishing and camping with her husband and family. She especially loved the Big Horn Mountains. Loretta...

Dec 28, 2017

Johnny Ray Patterson, 64, passed away after a battle with lung cancer on December 28 2017, in Casper Wyoming. Johnny, or "John", was born June 8th, 1953 in Victorville California to Rosa (Combs) Flynn. He was raised by his mother and his stepfather Dwain Flynn. He had three siblings, David Patterson, Katie White, and Roland Flynn. He was raised in...

Dec 27, 2017

Cheryl Wright, 73, passed away on December 25, 2017 in Casper, Wyoming. Services are pending at this time. .

Dec 26, 2017

Ray Rosenthal, 83, of Cheyenne passed December 26th, 2017. Longtime Casper resident. Born April 23, 1934, in Williston, North Dakota, the son of Alfred and Louise Rosenthal. He married ZeldaMae Coward February 14, 1960 in Casper. Ray lived in North Dakota working in his folk's café and the farm. Ray moved to Casper, driving truck, True Drilling, Christensen Diamond Bits,...

Dec 25, 2017

Eugene Bible, 92, passed away on December 25, 2017 in Casper, Wyoming. No services are planned at this time. .

Dec 25, 2017

Cheryl Sue Anderson Wright was Born October 27, 1944 in Boone, Iowa to Bill and Ruby Anderson. She was raised in Boone, and graduated from Boone High School. She married Gene Wright February 10th, 1962 and moved around the country during his military service. They owned a farm in the Scranton, Iowa area and she owned a ceramics shop in...

Dec 25, 2017

Mary Annette Brown, 59, passed away peacefully in her sleep on Christmas morning, December 25th 2017. She was born on October 28th 1958 to Mary Lou and David Jean Fountain in San Angelo Texas. Shortly after, the family moved to Washington state where she had some of her fondest memories including growing up with her sister and brother, Debbie and...

Dec 24, 2017

GERALDINE CHIDLEY SPAULDING TERRELL WEBER May 6, 1921 - December 24, 2017 A memorial service for Geraldine (Gerry) Weber will be held at 4:00 PM, Friday, December 29, at the Primrose Retirement Community Theater with Nancy Engstrom of St. Mark's Episcopal Church Officiating. Gerry was born in Laurel, Montana, to parents Clarence and Grace Chidley. She graduated from NCHS and...

Dec 24, 2017

William Crawford Kirkwood Casper, WY; May 9, 1928 - December 24, 2017 William C Kirkwood, 89, of Casper, WY, passed into the hands of the Lord peacefully on Sunday, December 24, at Life Care Center surrounded by his family. Bill was born May 9, 1928, in St Paul, MN, to loving parents Roderick and Blossom Kirkwood. Bill had three brothers,...

Dec 20, 2017

William Gordon Bennett, 74, passed away on December 20, 2017 in Casper, Wyoming. Services are being planned for later date. .