Obituaries

Mar 21, 2024

John Ernest “Johnny Cakes, Daddy Cakes, Daddycakesiepoohskirooskis, Gramps” Pattee passed away at Central Wyoming Hospice in Casper on March 21st, 2024. In the days leading up to his passing he was surrounded by the love of his family.  

John was born was born on May 6th, 1945 in Grand Junction Colorado to Elaine (Rector) and John Pattee.  John spent his...

Mar 21, 2024

  Lily Grace Butler, 7, of Casper, Wyoming, gained her wings on March 21st, 2024 at Primary Children's Hospital in Salt Lake City, Utah.   

  Lily was born in Casper, Wyoming to Britney and Devin Butler on September 27th, 2016. She attended CDC and CDC+ for outpatient therapy weekly, as well as attend preschool there. She then started kindergarten at...

Mar 21, 2024

Benny (Ben) L. Wood, 79, of Casper, Wyoming died March 21, 2024.  A graveside memorial will be held in his honor at Oregon Trail Veterans Cemetery May 3, 2024 at 2:30 pm.

 Ben was born July 5, 1944 to James Olis and Margaret Wood.  He grew up in Jal, New Mexico and was a proud member of the graduating class of...

Mar 18, 2024

    Verla Dean Schufeldt, a dedicated homemaker who devoted her life to caring for her family, passed away at the age of 84 in Casper, Wyoming. Born in Comstock, Nebraska, on October 13, 1939, Verla's legacy extended far beyond the walls of her home. She attended schools in Comstock, Nebraska.

    Throughout her life, Verla found joy in simple...

Mar 18, 2024

   Sandra Kay Dooley of Casper Wyoming passed away peacefully in her home on the morning of March 18, 2024.  Sandra was born in Basin, Wyoming to Carl and Leona Wegner on June 29th, 1949. She attended Burlington High School and graduated in 1967. She went on to attend BYU, North Carolina State, and Scottsdale Community College where she earned...

Mar 18, 2024

Darin Kenneth Young

11/15/1966 – 3/18/2024

Darin Kenneth Young, 57, of Glenrock, Wyoming, passed away surrounded by his family on March 18, 2024 in Casper, Wyoming.

Darin was born in Casper, Wyoming to Marilyn Gaut and Tyrone (Doug) Young on November 15, 1966. He graduated from Glenrock High School in 1985 and after years of exploring many other subjects and studies that fascinated...

Mar 17, 2024

On March 17, 2024, we bid farewell to John “Butch” Lewis, a beacon of strength, kindness, and service. His departure leaves behind a legacy marked by unwavering generosity, steadfast commitment to justice, and boundless courage.

Born on July 10, 1941, in Abbeyville, Louisiana, to Reba Vandaberg and John Lewis, Butch's family relocated  to Wyoming shortly after his birth, where he attended...

Mar 17, 2024

  Gail Evans was born September 14th, 1936, in Rawlins, Wyoming to Edith Humphrey and James

  Maurice Wilson. Gail, youngest of 10, is survived by sister Pegge Thompson, children Patty Crosby and Scott, daughter-in-law Peggy, son-in-law Gary Crosby, seven grandchildren, and six great-grandchildren. She is preceded by husband Pat, daughters Kim and Holly, and siblings Nellie Duncan, Betty Halsey, Dobe...

Mar 17, 2024

Nancy Rebecca Ellison, a beloved matriarch of her family, businesswoman, and culinary enthusiast, passed away on March 17, 2024, in Casper, Wyoming. Born on December 25, 1940, in Blue Ridge, South Carolina, Nancy was the cherished daughter of Hobbs Clayton and Flora (King) Clayton, and the third born out of four children—being the only girl among her siblings. She went...

Mar 8, 2024

Dale Louis Ford, age 77, a Casper native, passed away comfortably and peacefully, after a short illness, on March 8th, 2024, in the presence of family.  He was born on July 31, 1946 in Casper, Wyoming to Paul B. Ford and Loraine E. Ford.  Dale was raised in Casper with his two older brothers, attending St. Anthony’s, Dean Morgan Junior...

Mar 8, 2024

Mar 6, 2024

  DONA KAY (GALLES) SHOCKEY, “Moosie,” 68, of Casper, Wyoming, passed away March 6, 2024, in Casper, Wyoming.

  DONA was born in Casper, Wyoming, on April 13, 1955, to Donald and Anne Galles.  She attended schools in Casper, graduating from Natrona County High School in 1973.   She worked in various jobs, including KATI Radio and the Casper Journal.  Later,...

Mar 5, 2024

Services will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Friday, March 15, 2024 at Bustard & Jacoby Funeral Home. Tim Adams will officiate.

Mar 5, 2024

Clinton (Clint) Ray Jackson, aka ‘Flintstone,’ ‘Clintobean,’ ‘Happy Jackson,’ ‘Spud,’ ‘Big Meat,’ 51,   of Casper, Wyoming, passed away March 5, 2024. A funeral mass will be held at St. Louis Catholic Church, in Glenrock, Wyoming on Friday, March 15, 2024 at 10:30am.

Clint was born in Twin Falls, Idaho to Janet (Paulette) (née Brown), and Ray Jackson. He graduated high...

Mar 5, 2024

Carol (Watson) Mayfield

Mrs. Bettina Carol Mayfield beloved wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and friend passed March 5th at the age of 90 surrounded by her family and friends.

Carol was born in Joplin, Missouri on July 2nd, 1933, to Bill and Mae (Smell) Watson. Her family moved from Missouri to Kermit, Texas shortly after Carol was born. She attended school in Kermit...

Mar 5, 2024

Brenda was born to Wysangle Tanksley on April 28, 1960, in Casper, WY. She was Wysangle’s only child but was brought up with her aunts and uncles. Due to her mother working hard to provide a life for them Brenda’s grandparents played a vital role in her raising. She adored her grandfather A.C. and even named her daughter after him....

Mar 3, 2024

Roseanna Lee Moore, known affectionately as Rose to her family and friends, has peacefully passed away on March 3, 2024, in Cheyenne, Wyoming. She was born on October 6, 1972, in Rawlins, Wyoming, to Colonel Robertson and Barbara Johnson. She attended Elk Mountain Highschool in Hanna, Wyoming.

 

Rose's life was dedicated to creating a warm and loving home as a stay-at-home...

Mar 3, 2024

Danny Ray Pollock of Casper Wyoming passed away March 3rd. Born in Livingston, Montana December 10th, 1963 the Son of Bryan William Pollock and Penny Lynn Martz. 

He is survived by his sons Danney Pollock, Keith Pollock, Ricky Pollock, and Daughter Stephanie Miller, with fifteen grandchildren and several nieces and nephews, his brother Ricky Pollock, two sisters Tina Beard and Stormi...

Mar 3, 2024

Christine Ray Williams was born June 12th, 1969 to Ron Hughes and Ruthie Needham in Wyoming Medical Center in Casper, Wyoming. Christine passed away March 3rd at Banner Health in Casper, Wyoming. She was raised in Casper and attended the SDA Church School, Dean Morgan Junior High, and graduated in1987 from Natrona County High School. It was at NCHS that she...

Mar 2, 2024

  Betty Jane Cook, 94 of Casper, Wyoming, passed away peacefully on March 2, 2024, at Hospice with family.   Betty was born in Missoula, Mt. to Harry and Mable LaFrinire on June 10, 1929, and had one sibling brother Harry.  She went to Missoula County High School and graduated in 1948.  She started nursing training in her junior year...