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
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
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
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
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,...
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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...
