OBITUARIES
Local Obituaries - Casper, Wyoming and the Surrounding Areas
Kay Carolyn Kennedy
Jun 26, 2026
Kay Kennedy (Kay Carolyn Christoffersen) was born on April 20, 1931, to Holger and Marion Christoffersen at the Dahl House in Froid, Montana, during the Great Depression. She had two younger sisters, Corinne Margaret and Fay Marion. She attended Froid Public School, where she developed a lifelong love of reading and went on to read thousands of books, write hundreds...
Marjorie Ann Metzler
Nov 2, 2025
Marjorie Ann Metzler was born on September 6, 1936, in Minatare, Nebraska, to Lillian and Joseph Svoboda. She was the youngest of six children, joining siblings Marie, Dorothy, Richard, Edwin, and Leonard.
After the passing of her father when Marjorie was just 13 months old, the family moved to Schuyler, Nebraska, where they lived on her Uncle Otto's farm. Marge attended...
Roger Allen Bowman
Jun 14, 2026
Roger was the youngest of 6 children born to Jim and Jean Bowman, who were originally from Ft Morgan, CO. Roger came into this world on October 3, 1956 in Galesburg, IL, where his father was in training for an administration position with the railroad. Moving often from state to state, Roger spent his growing up years in Illinois, Wisconsin,...
Phyllis M. Shinn
Jun 19, 2026
Phyllis Marie Shinn, a beloved mother, grandmother, and friend to many, peacefully passed away at home on June 19, 2026, following a courageous battle with cancer. Born on August 2, 1940, Phyllis was a beacon of warmth and kindness throughout her 85 years of life.
Phyllis was the daughter of Pete and Augusta Tescher, whose love and values she carried forward...
Peggy Ann Hanson
Nov 26, 2025
Peggy Hanson, 73 passed on Tuesday, November 26, 2025. A full obituary will be posted when available.
A celebration of Peggy's life will be held Wednesday August 5, 2026 at Church of God of Prophecy, 2000 S. Washington St, Casper, 82601 at a time to be yet determined.
Austin Daniel Lingo
May 29, 2026
Austin Daniel Lingo, cherished son, devoted father, and loyal friend, passed away at his home on May 29, 2026, at the age of 30. Born on August 11, 1995, in Gillette, Wyoming, Austin graced this world with his warm smile and generous spirit, leaving an indelible mark on everyone fortunate enough to know him.
Austin was the beloved son of Angela...
Mary Walford
Jun 4, 2026
A Memorial Service for Mary Adele (Smith) Walford will be conducted on Saturday, September 12, 2026 at 11:00 am at Prince of Peace Lutheran Church, 2300 E 15th St, Casper, WY. Reception immediately following the service. Mary was born Oct. 9, 1929 in West View, a suburb of Pittsburgh, PA. Raised and educated in West View, after graduation from West...
John S. Colistro
Jun 27, 2026
John Steven Colistro, born September 8, 1948, passed away peacefully June 27, 2026.
John leaves to cherish his memory, his wife Tresa Colistro; his children, Lynette Cole (Chris), Laura Drake, John Colistro ll (Shari), Shawn Owens, Candice Clem (Steve), and Jeanie Colistro (Shawna); his special nephew and best friend, "Lil Sal" D'Ambrosia, lll; siblings, Mickey D'Ambrosia (Sal), Anthony "Tony" Colistro (...
Ruby Tricia Shurden
Jun 24, 2026
Ruby Shurden of Casper, Wyoming passed away on Wednesday, June 24, 2026. A full obituary will be posted as it becomes available. There are no services planned at this time.
Lula J. Walthall
Jun 19, 2026
Lula J. Walthall, 90, of Casper, WY passed away peacefully on June 19, 2026. She was born on March 22, 1936. A complete obituary will be posted when available.
Ronald Lee Gooder
Jun 18, 2026
Ronald Lee Gooder
“The Force is strong with this one.”
Ronald Lee Gooder passed away peacefully on June 18, 2026, at Central Wyoming Hospice in Casper, Wyoming following a brief illness. He was 73 years old.
Born Feb. 9, 1953 in Denver, Colorado, to Ronald Brent Gooder and Sara “Sally” Potarf, Ron was a lifelong Wyomingite at heart. He grew up one of...
Russell Craig Hoff
Jun 15, 2026
Russell Craig Hoff, 79, gained his heavenly wings on June 15, 2026, at the Central Wyoming Hospice and Transitions, from encephalitis and dementia. He was born on December 1, 1946, in Nebraska, spent his childhood in Worland and moved to Washington, then to Hot Springs, South Dakota. He met Mary when they were high school seniors, and he was the...
Vernon Neal Boyce
Jun 13, 2026
Vernon Neal Boyce passed away on June 13, 2026 in Casper, Wy. He was born on December 1,1928 to Wilfred and Marie (Woods) Boyce in Oklahoma City, Ok. He came to Casper to get a job with Haliburton and worked there for a few years. Than he met Gloria Gould and it was love at first sight and they married...
Elizabeth Ann Specht
Jun 11, 2026
Elizabeth Ann Specht (Liz) 69, of Casper Wyoming, passed away on June 11, 2026 in Casper Wyoming.
She was born in Casper to William and Helen Specht on June 10, 1957. She attended Kelly Walsh High School and graduated in 1975. She earned a LPN degree from Casper College. She practiced nursing at Natrona County Lodge, Poplar Living Center and Wyoming...
Michael Eugene Huston
Jun 11, 2026
Michael Eugene Huston, 61, of Casper, WY. passed away June 11, 2026. Michael was born June 2, 1965, in Downey, California.
A full obituary will be available soon.
Catherine Mae Tackett
Jun 11, 2026
Catherine Tackett, who also went by Kate Tackett, lost her battle with advanced ALS. She passed away at the Casper Hospice Center in Casper, Wyoming on June 11, 2026.
She was born in Ely, Nevada November 24, 1970.
She is survived by her husband, James Tackett of Douglas, Wyoming; her children, Jamie and Chris Shockey of Peragold, Arkansas; Nicole and Jamie Wilkes...
Dorothy Ann Kiger
Jun 10, 2026
Our beloved Mother, Grandmother, Great grandmother and Great-great grandmother
DOROTHY ANN "ANNIE" GARRISON KIGER 85 of Casper, Wyoming passed away on June 10, 2026 at Central Wyoming Hospice surrounded by her loving family.
Annie was born in Tipton, Oklahoma to Earl and Charlene (Lindsey) Garrison on September 5,1940.
In 1959 at the age of 19 she moved from Texas to Wyoming, eventually settling...
Robert "Bob" Theodore Brown
Jun 6, 2026
Robert "Bob" Brown, 97, passed away on June 6, 2026.
Bob was born on November 18, 1928, in Baldwin, Kansas, to Ted and Wilma Brown. He grew up with strong values of hard work, service, and family that would guide him throughout his life.
Bob proudly served his country in the United States Army and later with the Kansas National Guard. Following...
Metta J. Martin
Jun 4, 2026
Metta John Martin joined our Lord on June 4, 2026, passing away comfortably at Central Wyoming Hospice & Transitions. A strong believer, she is now in the arms of our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ.
Metta was born on May 26, 1933 in Casper, Wyoming to John E. and Coula J. Roussalis. She was preceded in death by her parents, her...
Denise E. Yarbrough
Jun 2, 2026
Denise Elaine Yarbrough, 40, of Kaycee, Wyoming, passed away on June 2, 2026.
Denise was born on February 16, 1986, in Coeur d'Alene, Idaho. She lived a life marked by creativity, service, and a deep love for family, friends, and animals.
Denise proudly served in the United States Air Force, attaining the rank of Staff Sergeant during her years of service. During...
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