Rock Springs Daily Rocket-Miner, Jan 1, 2005 JAZZELLE LEE PULLEY Funeral services for Jazzelle Lee Pulley were conducted at 2 p.m. Wednesday, Dec. 29, 2004, at the Vase Flaming Gorge Chapel in Green River. The Rev. Tom Sheridan officiated. Interment was in the Riverview Cemetery in Green River. Jazzelle Lee Pulley, infant daughter of Angie Melinda Casper and Uriah Charles Pulley, died on Dec. 23, 2004 at the Utah Valley Hospital in Provo, Utah. She was born on Dec. 23, 2004 in Provo. Survivors include her parents, Angie Melinda Casper of Green River and Uriah Charles Pulley of Provo; one stepbrother, Colby Pulley of Provo; her maternal grandparents, Bruce and Melinda Casper of Green River; maternal great-grandparents, Darwin and Luana Casper of Heber, Utah and Hector Flores of Quemado, Texas; her maternal great-great-grandmother, Lois Duke of Hurricane, Utah; maternal great-grandparents, Joan and Arlin Dalto of Provo; three aunts, Christy Caper, Erica Casper and Britany Casper, all of Green River; and several uncles, cousins and great-aunts. She was preceded in death by her paternal grandparents, Anold and Kristi Pulley; great-grandmother, Rosa Martha Flores; great-uncle, John Flores; maternal great-great-grandparents, Elsie and Elden Casper; maternal great-great-grandfather, Mereld Duke; paternal great-great-grandparents, Lee and Hasel Dalton and Dorthy and Leroy King. --- Rock Springs Daily Rocket-Miner, Jan 1, 2005 ARLENE HOPE McKINNEY PORTLAND, Ore.—Arlene Hope McKinney, 66, died Sunday evening, Dec. 19, 2004 in Oregon. She resided in Portland, Ore., with her daughter for several years following the onset of Alzheimer’s disease. She was born on Dec. 30, 1937. She lived many years in Rock Springs. Her interests included singing and dancing, writing poetry and spending time in the desert. Survivors include friends, Ruby, Sam, Lois, Bill, Pat and Alice; several brothers and sisters; four children, Leslie (Johnson) Schommer and Tim Johnson of Portland, Jill Johnson of Grand Junction, Colo., and Kaylan (Patty) McKinney Vialpando of Twin Falls, Idaho; and 10 grandchildren, Sarah, Kyle, Jesse, Brandy, Elliot, Timothy, Leigh, Brooke, Cole and Skye. She was preceded in death by her husband, Denver McKinney; and her mother, Leona “Lee” Chapman of Rock Springs. Services are pending. A web site has been set up in her name at rememberwithlove.org with the Alzheimer’s Association address. --- Rock Springs Daily Rocket-Miner, Jan 8, 2005 DONALD WALTER BARTHOLOW Funeral services for Donald Walter Bartholow were conducted at 2 p.m. on Friday, Jan. 7, 2004 at the Vase Flaming Gorge Chapel in Green River. Interment was in the Riverview Cemetery. Bartholow, 87, of 1445 Uinta Drive, Green River, died on Wednesday, Jan. 4, 2004 a Memorial Hospital of Sweetwater County. A longtime resident of Green River and former resident of Cheyenne, Bartholow died following a lengthy illness. He was born on June 5, 1917 in Chugwater, the son of Walter M. and Ethel Cone Bartholow. Bartholow attended schools in Chugwater. He married Marion McCann in 1940 and she preceded him in death in 1970. On May 4, 1974, he married his second wife, Edna Head, and she preceded him in death Dec. 17, 2001. Bartholow worked for United Airlines as an airplane mechanic and then worked for Sweetwater County School District No. 2 in Green River in maintenance until his retirement in 1985. He was a member of the Church of Christ and a member of the Plaster and Cement Masons. His interests included being an avid rock hound and spending time with family and friends. Survivors include two sons, Robert Bartholow and wife Norma of Cheyenne, and Jack Bartholow of Cheyenne; two grandchildren, Tery Bartholow of Casper and Rhonda Bartholow of Cheyenne; one niece, Betty Kraft of Green River; one great-nephew, Veldon Kraft and wife Wendy of Green River; one great-niece, Cindy Austin and husband Jeremy of Green River; tow great-great-nephews, Colton Kraft and Dalton Austin; one great-great-niece, Calisha; one great-granddaughter; one sister-in-law, Nola Meadows of Green River; and several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents; first wife, Marion; second wife, Edna; one brother, Leo Bartholow; and two sisters, Ruby and Marie. --- Rock Springs Daily Rocket-Miner, Jan 11, 2005 Gerald John Yardas Gerald John Yardas, 54, of 1901 Churchill St., Rock Springs, died Saturday, Jan. 8, 2005, at Memorial Hospital of Sweetwater County. A lifelong resident of Rock Springs, Yardas died following a sudden illness. He was born in Rock Springs Jan. 23, 1950, the son of Rudolph and Angela Radosovich Yardas. Yardas attended schools in Rock Springs. He worked as a groundskeeper at Southwest Counseling Service for five years and served as a trip committee member for the Therapeutic Day Program. He helped plan and made suggestions of fun and exciting trips. His interests included playing guitar, and he took advantage of every opportunity to sing karaoke to any size of audience, dancing and he was eager to demonstrate his version of the boogie shuffle, photography, card writing and having lunch with his friends. Yardas was a member of the Holy Spirit Catholic community. Survivors include one sister, Neldine Swadberg of Gresham, Ore.; three aunts, Bernice Besso of Sun City, Ariz., Elsie Dolenc of Rock Springs and Abby Yardas of Lander; four uncles, Chuck Yardas and Albert Yardas of Lander, Jimmy Yardas of Rock Springs and Stanley Yardas of San Diego, Calif.; and many friends. He was preceded in death by his parents. A Mass of Christian burial will be celebrated at 1 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 13, 2005, at the SS. Cyril and Methodius Catholic Church, 633 Bridger Ave., Rock Springs. The Rev. John Savio will officiate. A rosary will be recited at 7 p.m. Wednesday, Jan. 12, 2005, at the church. Interment will be in the Rest Haven Memorial Gardens. Friends may call at the Vase Funeral Chapel, 154 Elk St., Rock Springs, Wednesday from noon-4 p.m. and at the church from 5-8 p.m. and again on Thursday morning until time of services. --- Green River Star, Jan 13, 2005 Lillian D. Zorko Lillian D. Zorko, 88, Rock Springs, died Jan. 4 following a brief illness. She was born Feb. 22, 1916, in Butte, Mont., the daughter of the late Anthony and Janet Dixon Best. She attended schools in Superior, Canada and Colorado and graduated from Superior High School in 1933. She then attended Barnes Noble Business College. She married Albert Zorko in Rock Springs in 1947. She was employed at Union Merc until her retirement in 1978. Her interests included crocheting and spending time with family. Survivors include her husband; one son and daughter-in-law, Roger and Dorothy Zorko of Glenwood Springs, Colo.; one sister and brother-in-law, Maisie and Jack Kanaly of Buchanan Dam, Texas; and seven grandchildren. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by two brothers, Robert and Sandy Dixon; two sisters, Margaret Annette Fagnant and Catherine Darlene Sarles, one grandson, Troy Alan Zorko and one stepson, Albert Zorko. Funeral services were conducted Jan. 7 at the vase Funeral Chapel, Kerry Richards officiating. Interment was in the Paul J. Wataha Memorial Park section of the Rock Springs Cemetery. --- Raymond Rusty Leroy Hohosh, 84, died on Jan. 11, 2005. He was born Dec. 14, 1920, in Clinton, Ind., to Andrew Hohosh and Neoma Dinwiddie. His family relocated from Indiana to Rock Springs where he grew up as a coal miner’s son at the Reliance Coal Camp. He was the youngest of three children. In 1947, he married Ethel Boulter in Rock Springs. They were later divorced. He served in the U.S. Army Anti-Aircraft from September 1942 until shipping overseas to England, France and Germany from April 1944 as sergeant technician through the end of World War II. After the war, Hohosh worked at the U.P. Coal Co., Mountain Fuel Natural Gas office and the Geology Department until 1960. He left Wyoming in 1970 and relocated to Nevada. In 1972 he married Valda Bishop in Reno, Nev. They were later divorced. He worked for the city of Reno until his retirement in 1985. Among his interests were his two Sheltie collies, Biff and Cassie. He had a fondness for all dogs and wrote many stories about them. In 1992, he moved to Ogden, where he lived in the Gardens Retirement Home. His interests also included music and the programs while at the Gardens. He prepared and collected articles from newspapers and television and presented them to the residents at current events day. He made many friends at the Gardens, including Nancy Arneson and Jeannine Farr. He is survived by four nephews, Harold Hohosh, James and wife Debra Hohosh, Michael and wife Kathy Hohosh and Raymond Hohosh. He was preceded in death by his parents; and two brothers, Johnny and Andrew. A family graveside service will be on Monday, Jan. 17, 2005, at 1 p.m. at the Vase Funeral Home, 154 Elk St., Rock Springs. Military graveside services and interment will be at the Rock Springs Municipal Cemetery by the American Legion Archie Hay Post No. 24. Condolences to family may be sent to jdhohosh@aol.com.  --- Rock Springs Daily Rocket-Miner, Jan 15, 2005 BARBARA MAY BINGHAM Funeral services for Barbara May Bingham were conducted at 11 a.m. Friday, Jan. 14, 2005 at the Union Congregational Church in Green River. The Rev. Lisa Hart conducted the services. Interment was at the Riverview Cemetery, Green River. Pallbearers were Ron Albert, Oscar Stapleton, Tom McCullough, Todd McCullough, Carl Schultz and Richard Gilmore. Honorary pallbearers included Roy Leavitt, Gary Bingham, Mike Leavitt, Brad Leavitt, Randy Mosley, Brett Mosley, Paul Mackrell, Archie Mackrell, Charles Christensen Jr. and Joe Christensen. Mrs. Bingham, 74, of 425 E. Fourth S., Green River, died Sunday, Jan. 9, 2005, at the Castle Rock Convalescent Center. A longtime resident of Green River and former resident of Ogden, Utah, Mrs. Bingham died following a lengthy illness. She was born on Aug. 31, 1930 in Green River, the daughter of Joe and Louisa Schultz Mosley. Mrs. Bingham attended schools in Green River and Ogden, and graduated from Weber High School. She married Bobby L. Bingham in Evanston on Jan. 14, 1954. Mrs. Bingham was employed by Hill Air Force Base as a clerk/typist and also as a store clerk in Romig’s Department Store. She was a member of the Union Congregational Church. Her interests included ceramics, traveling, reading and spending time with family and friends. Survivors include her husband; one daughter, Catherine McCullough and husband Tom of Green River; one sister, Beth Leavitt and husband Roy of Sunset, Utah; two grandchildren, Todd McCullough of Los Angels and Lyndsay McCullough of Green River; one aunt; and several cousins, nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents; four brothers, Tom Mosley, Lee Mosley, William “Bill” Mosley and Max Mosley; and one sister, Betty Mosley Christensen. --- Star Valley Independent, Jan 16, 2005 Forest N. Holladay Forest N. Holladay,96, of Green River died Sunday, January 16, 2005 at home after a short illness. Forest was born November 13, 1908 in San Angelo, Texas, the son of Benjamin F. and Cardelia Griffeth Holladay. He married Loeta Walton on March 17, 1932 in Auburn. She preceded him in death on November 21, 1998. He was a member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. His interests include rodeos, jeep racing and ranching. In his younger days he went on cattle drives, won several jeep races in New Mexico and Colorado, and wrangled wild horses and broke them. Survivors include, three daughters, Lila Seyersdahl and husband Chris of Green River, Carol Johnson of Pinedale, and Shirlene Hager of Green River, three brothers, Benjamin Holladay, Harvey Holladay and Monroe Holladay; two sisters, Delilia, and May Griffeth; 15 grandchildren; 41 great grandchildren and 26 great great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents, Benjamin and Cardelia Holladay, his wife, Leota Holladay; one son, Carl Holladay, three brothers and two sisters. Funeral services will take place at 11 a.m. Thursday, January 20, 2005 at the Green River Third ward LDS chapel, 1000 W 400 N, where friends may call from 6-8 p.m. Wednesday and one hour prior to the services on Thursday. Bishop Greg O'Neil officiating. Fox Funeral Home funeral directors, Interment will take place at the Riverview Cemetery. Green River. --- Rock Springs Daily Rocket-Miner, Jan 22, 2005 GORDON “GORDY” KINCAID Funeral services for Gordon “Gordy” Kincaid were conducted at 11 a.m. Wednesday, Jan. 19, 2005 at the Vase Flaming Gorge Chapel in Green River. The Rev. Jerry Smallwood conducted the services. Military graveside services and interment were in the Riverview Cemetery and were conducted by the American Legion Archie Hay Post No. 24. Kincaid, 80, of 308 W. Railroad Ave., Green River, died on Friday, Jan. 14, 2005, at the University of Utah in Salt Lake City where he had been a patient for the past eight days. A lifelong resident of Green River, Kincaid died following a brief illness. He was born on Dec. 29, 1924 in Green River, the son of Bernard and Madeline Kincaid. Kincaid attended schools in Green River. He married Bonnie Jenkins in Evanston on Aug. 23, 1958. Kincaid was a U.S. Army veteran of World War II. He was employed by the Union Pacific Railroad for 44 years and retired as as crew dispatcher in 1986. Kincaid was a member of the Veterans of Foreign Wars. His interests included spending time with his grandsons and being a handy man, making repairs of any kind. Survivors include his wife, Bonnie Kincaid of Green River; one son, Mark Kincaid and wife Rhonda of West Jordan, Utah; one daughter, Sherri Meyer and husband David of Green River; four grandsons, Kris Kincaid of West Jordan, Kenny Kincaid of Magna, Utah, Brandon Meyer and Justin Meyer, both of Green River; and several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents; five brothers; one sister and one nephew. --- Rock Springs Daily Rocket-Miner, Jan 22, 2005 ESSIE PETERS Funeral services for Essie Peters were Jan. 18, 2005 at 1 p.m. at the LDS Church in Green River. Interment was in the Riverview Cemetery in Green River. Essie Rosella Timothy Peters, 92, longtime Green River resident, died Jan. 14, 2005 at the Castle Rock Convalescent Center in Green River. She was the oldest child born to Aaron Clark and Wesleta Banta Timothy. She was born on July 24, 1912, in Greeley, Colo. Her family moved to Green River when she was a small child. She graduated from Green River High School in 1932. On Dec. 28, 1936, she married Kenneth Elmer Peters. They were later sealed in the Ogden Temple. They had three daughters, Kendra Lewis, Pam Shaul and Vivian Ellingford. She was a member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, serving in many capacities. She belonged to the “We Moderns Bridge Club” which she helped to organize when she and her friends were still in high school. The original members kept the club in existence until as recently as last year. She worked briefly for the Green River Star, Moedl Drug and the city of Green River. She belonged to the Eastern Star for more than 50 years and was a past worthy matron. Her interests were traveling, knitting, doing ceramics and spending time with her family. Survivors include daughters, Kendra and husband Herb Lewis of Green River, Pamela and husband Alvin Shaul of Randolph, Utah, and Vivian and husband Garry Ellingford of Evanston; seven grandchildren, Blaine Lewis, Gary Lewis, Robyn Ellingford, Kelly Lloyd, Ryan Shaul, Quinn Ellingford and Kole Ellingford; 15 great-grandchildren; three great-great-grandchildren; two newphews; and one niece. She was preceded in death by her parents; husband, Kenneth; brother, William Timothy; one granddaughter; and one great-grandchild. --- Rock Springs Daily Rocket-Miner, Jan 27, 2005 Jerry D. Layton GLENDALE, Ariz. Jerry D. Layton, 67, of 5337 W. Puget, Glendale, Ariz., died on Tuesday, Jan. 25, 2005, at his home. A resident of Glendale since 1995 and former resident of Rock Springs, Layton died following a lengthy illness. He was born on March 23, 1937, in Ringling, Okla., the son of Barnest and Lottie Golightly Layton. He attended schools in Oklahoma and Texas. Layton was an oilfield service manager at Baker Oil Tools for 42 years and retired in 1995. He married Betty Scribner in Vernon, Texas, on April 2, 1955, and she preceded him in death on March 23, 1997. His interests included fishing, hunting, and spending time with his family, especially his grandchildren. He was a member of the Emanuel Baptist Church. Survivors include two sons, Keith Layton and wife Jenny of Rock Springs, and David Layton and companion Kathy Shick of Peoria, Ariz.; two daughters, Wrenda Ovalle and husband Candelario of Glendale, Ariz., and Della Romero and husband Joe of Rock Springs; two brothers, Tony Layton and wife Gaylon, and Glen Layton, all of Arlington, Texas; two sisters, Nelda Layton and Connie Layton, both of Arlington, Texas; eight grandchildren; four great-grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents; wife, Betty; two daughters, Penny Layton and Kathy Layton; one grandson, Brian Layton; and three brothers. Funeral services will be conducted at 1 p.m. Monday, Jan. 31, 2005, at the Vase Funeral Chapel, 154 Elk St., Rock Springs. Graveside services and interment will be in the Rest Haven Memorial Gardens. Friends may call at the chapel Sunday afternoon from 4-8 p.m. and again Monday at the chapel until time of services. --- Rock Springs Daily Rocket-Miner, Jan 29, 2005 EDWARD KRAUSE A memorial graveside services and inurnment for Edward Krause were at 10 a.m. Friday, Jan. 28, 2005, at the Rock Springs Municipal Cemetery. The Rev. John Savio of the Holy Spirit Catholic Community officiated. Krause, 49, of 309 H St., Rock Springs, died on Sunady, Jan. 23, 2005, at his home. A longtime resident of Rock Springs, Krause had been in ill health for the past several months. He was born on Nov. 14, 1955, in Rock Springs, the son of Jack and Virginia (Guillen) Krause. Krause attended schools in Rock Springs and was a graduate of the Rock Springs High School with the class of 1974. Survivors include three brothers, David Thomason of Laramie, Robert Thomason of Cheyenne and Albert Thomason of Reno, Nev.; one sister, Jackie Sloan of Casper; and several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents. Cremation has taken place. --- Rock Springs Daily Rocket-Miner, Jan 29, 2005 JOHN R. “JACK” CLARK John R. “Jack” Clark, 77, of 120 Hoskins Lane, Rock Springs, died on Friday, Jan. 21, 2005, at the Memorial Hospital of Sweetwater County where he had been a patient for the past two weeks. A lifelong resident of Rock Springs, Clark died following a brief illness. He was born on Feb. 27, 1927 in Rock Springs, the son of Fred and Nellie [sic] Potter Clark. Clark attended schools in Rock Springs and was a graduate of the Rock Springs High School. He married Alice Bettolo on Oct. 30, 1960 in Rock Springs. Clark was a U.S. Navy veteran of World War II. He was employed as a salesman for Continental Baking Company and retired after 45 years of service. His interests included polka dancing and gardening. Survivors include his wife, Alice Clark of Rock Springs; three brothers, Fred Clark of Green River, Bill Clark of Squim, Wash., and Keith Clark of Gooding, Idaho; one sister, Marie Pivik of Pinedale; and several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents; three brothers, Tom Clark, Harold Clark, and Donald Clark; and four sisters, LaVerne Campbell, Ruth Beutel and two who died in infancy. Private family services were conducted. --- Rock Springs Daily Rocket-Miner, Jan 29, 2005 DUANE DECK Graveside services and interment for Duane Deck were conducted at 1 p.m. Friday, Jan. 28, 2005 at the Riverview Cemetery in Green River. Pallbearers were Wayne Critsinger, Tony Morgan, Don Price, Jason Simmons, Justin Simmons, Randy Christensen and Rick Christensen. Honorary pallbearers were Steve White and Kevin Deck. Deck, 65, of 321 E. Fourth S., Green River, died on Saturday, Jan. 22, 2005 at his home. A lifelong resident of Green River, Deck died following a sudden illness. He was born on Jan. 1, 1940 in Rock Springs, the son of Wayne Leroy and Clara Dillon Deck. Deck attended schools in Green River. He married Betty Brown in Evanston on April 7, 1972. Deck worked for the city of Green River for 30 years as a heavy equipment operator. He also was a mechanic. His interests included hunting, fishing, reloading bullets and gun collecting. Survivors include his wife, Betty Deck of Green River; one brother, Steve Deck of Sheridan, Ore.; one sister, Patricia White of Sparks, Nev., and four stepdaughters, Rose Slaugh and husband Kenny of Manila, Utah, Ann Gunyan and husband Richard, Jean Behunin and Jackie Simmons and husband Dean, all of Green River; 12 grandchildren; and 12 great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents; one nephew; and one step-grandson, Troy Morgan. --- Rock Springs Daily Rocket-Miner, Jan 29, 2005 FRANK PAUL DOLINAR Memorial services for Frank Paul Dolinar were conducted at 10 a.m. Friday, Jan. 28, 2005 at the Vase Funeral Chapel in Rock Springs. Dolinar, 94, of 1402 Yalecrest Drive, Rock Springs, died on Sunday, Jan. 23, 2005 at the Sage View Care Center. A lifelong resident of Rock Springs, Dolinar died following a lengthy illness. He was born on June 23, 1910 in Rock Springs, the son of Franz and Marie Hafner Dolinar. He married Tonia Marchewka Harris in Evanston on Aug. 25, 1956. Dolinar worked as a coal miner in the Stansbury and Reliance mines. He later worked for Westvaco and FMC as a miner and retired in 1976. Dolinar was a member of the First Congregational Church. He was a United States veteran of World War II and served in the ER Corp. His interests included watching sports on television and spending time with this granddaughters and great-grandchildren. Survivors include his wife, Tonia Dolinar of Rock Springs; one stepson, James “Jimmie” Harris of Vancouver, Wash.; one stepdaughter, Jean DeCora and husband Joseph of Rock Springs; two sisters, Annie McBride of Salt Lake City and Ceclia Hofeldt of Eugene, Ore.; three grandchildren, dawn Piaia and husband Mark of Rock Springs, Tami DeCora of Salt Lake City and Tracey Corbitt and husband Shawn of Rock Springs; five great-grandchildren, Ali and Karli Piaia of Rock Springs, Madison and Joey Corbitt of Rock Springs, and Andy Corbitt of Cedar Grove, Tenn; and several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents; stepfather, Frank Ravnikar; two brothers, Joe Dolinar, who died in infancy and John Dolinar; two sisters, Mary Schultz and Jennie Johnson; and one half-sister, Josephine Ravnikar Dallai. Cremation has taken place. --- Rock Springs Daily Rocket-Miner, Jan 29, 2005 BERTINA “BERT” GOMEZ RODARTE A mass of Christian burial was celebrated for Bertina “Bert” Gomez Rodarte at 10 a.m. Wednesday, Jan. 26, 2005 at the SS. Cyril and Methodius Catholic Church in Rock Springs. The Rev. John Savio officiated. A parish rosary was recited at 7 p.m. Tuesday, Jan.2 5, 2005, at the church. Interment was in the Riverview Cemetery in Green River. Pallbearers were Mark Anselmi, Eddie Lopez, Dillon Dorigatti, Pat Dorigatti, Robert Merrill, Aaron Robinson, Jake Harmon and Jacob Howells. Ms. Rodarte, 72, of 305 Plainview Drive, Rock Springs, died Saturday, Jan. 22, 2005 at the home of her daughter. A longtime resident of Rock Springs, Mrs. Rodarte died following a lengthy illness. She was born on April 5, 1932 in Questa, N.M., the daughter of Braulio and Ferminia Gomez. Ms. Rodarte attended schools in Green River and was a graduate of the Lincoln High School with the class of 1950. She was employed as a hostess and a waitress at the Outlaw Inn for 23 years and retired in 1995. After retiring, she was employed at the Dewar Drive Mini-Mart. Ms. Rodarte was a member of the Holy Spirit Catholic community and Fraternal Order of Eagles. Her interests included fishing and she was an avid Bronco football fan. Survivors include one daughter, Gloria Johnson and husband Lonnie of Rock Springs; two brothers, Ruben Gomez and wife Josie of Tempe, Ariz., and Joe Gomez and wife Pauline of Green River; two sisters, Eileen Thompson and husband Stan of Rock Springs and Cecilia Valdez and husband Pat of Ogden, Utah; two grandchildren, Jason Johnson and wife Heidi of San Diego, Calif., and Loni Doritgatti and husband Pat of Rock Springs; three great-grandchildren, Maddie and Ross Johnson of San Diego, and Dillon Dorigatti of Rock Springs; and several nieces, nephews, grand-nieces and grand-nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents and one brother, Ernest Gomez. --- Green River Star, Feb 2, 2005 Margo Carter Margo Carter, 67, Rock Springs, passed away on Jan. 27 at her home. A longtime resident of Rock Springs, and former resident of New Haven, Conn., she died following a lengthy illness. She was born on Aug. 21, 1937, in New Haven, the daughter of the late Frederick Layton and Mildred Staten Harris. She attended schools in New Haven. She married Donald "Tricky" Carter in New Haven and they later divorced. She was a member of the Jehovah's Witnesses. Survivors include three sons, Mark Carter of Wauwatosa, Wis., Donald "Hodgie" Carter of Rock Springs, and Michael Harris of East Haven, Conn.; one daughter, Gina Carter of Casper; two brothers, Frederick Harris of Northville, Mich., and Marvin Harris of Hubert Heights, Ohio; 12 grandchildren, one great-grandchild; several aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her two sons, Donald Carter and Dennis Carter; parents and one sister, Marilyn Harris. Following cremation at the Vase White Mountain Crematory, a memorial service was Jan. 31 at the Kingdom Hall of Jehovah's Witnesses, 150 Mesa Drive, Rock Springs, John Crouch officiating. --- Green River Star, Feb 2, 2005 Frank Paul Dolinar Frank Paul Dolinar, 94, Rock Springs passed away on Jan. 23 at the Sage View Care Center. A lifelong resident of Rock Springs, he died following a lengthy illness. He was born on June 23, 1910, in Rock Springs, the son of the late Franz and Marie Hafner Dolinar. He attended schools in Rock Springs. He married Tonia Marchewka Harris in Evanston on Aug. 25, 1956. He worked as a coal miner in the Stansbury and Reliance mines. He later worked for Westvaco and FMC as a miner and retired in 1976. He was a member of the First Congregational Church. He was a United States veteran of World War II and served in the E.R. Corp. Survivors include his wife, Tonia Dolinar of Rock Springs; one stepson, James "Jimmie" Harris of Vancouver, Wash.; one stepdaughter, Jean DeCora and husband Joseph of Rock Springs; two sisters, Annie McBride of Salt Lake City, and Celia Hofeldt of Eugene, Ore.; three grandchildren, Dawn Piaia and husband Mark of Rock Springs, Tami DeCora of Salt Lake City and Tracey Corbitt and husband Shawn of Rock Springs; five great-grandchildren, Ali and Karli Piaia of Rock Springs, Madison and Joey Corbitt of Rock Springs and Andy Corbitt of Cedar Grove, Tenn.; several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents; stepfather Frank Ravnikar; two brothers, Joe Dolinar, who died in infancy, and John Dolinar; two sisters, Mary Schultz and Jennie Johnson; and one half-sister Josephine Ravnikar Dallai. Cremation took place at the Vase White Mountain Crematory and memorial services were conducted at the Vase Funeral Home, 154 Elk Street, Rock Springs. The family of Frank Paul Dolinar respectfully suggests that donations in his memory be made to the First Congregational Church, 1275 Adams Avenue, Rock Springs. --- Rock Springs Daily Rocket-Miner, Feb 2, 2005 Louise VanDine dies Jan. 31 Louise Nieves VanDine, 75, of 1804 Elk St., Rock Springs, died on Monday, Jan. 31, 2005, at the Memorial Hospital of Sweetwater County. She was a longtime resident of Rock Springs. She was born on Jan. 6, 1930, in Walsenburg, Colo., the daughter of Joseph and Jesse Archuletta Guillen. She attended schools in Walsenburg and Rock Springs, and was a graduate of the Rock Springs High School with the class of 1948. Mrs. VanDine was a U.S. Navy veteran having served with the WACs. She was employed for 30 years by Mountain Bell Telephone Company as a telephone operator and after retiring she worked as a groundskeeper for Rock Springs City Parks and Recreation Department. Mrs. VanDine was a member of the American Legion Archie Hay Post No. 24, Fraternal Order of the Eagles Auxiliary, and B.P.O. Elks. She was an avid reader and her interests included spending time with her family. Survivors include one son, Gerald Guillen of Rock Springs; one brother, Robert Edward Guilien of Rock Springs; three grandchildren, Sean Guillen of Denver, Stephanie Madsen and husband Dan, and Joseph Guillen, both of Rock Springs; and six great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents and one sister, Virginia Thomason. Following cremation, a memorial service will be conducted at 10 a.m. Saturday, Feb. 5, 2005, at the SS Cyril and Methodius Catholic Church, 633 Bridger Ave., Rock Springs. The Rev. John Savio will officiate. Friends may call at the church one hour prior to services. --- Eileen Washam died at Sage View Care Center in Rock Springs after a lengthy Illness. She was the daughter of Ben and Lillian Cashmer Gunyan. She married Harvey "Bud" James Washam in Daggett County, Utah on Sept. 14, 1940. They ran the Miller Silver Creek Ranch in Boulder. Harvey died in 1968. Surviving are sons, Dennis Washam and wife, Judy, of Rock Springs, Jim and wife, Mary Jo, of Pinedale. A Mass of Christina burial was held at 10 a.m. Thursday, Feb. 3, 2005 at SS. Cyril and Methodius Catholic Church in Rock Springs. Rev. John Savio officiated. Interment was at Rock Springs Municipal Cemetery.  --- Rock Springs Daily Rocket-Miner, Feb 5, 2005 BETTY JUNE (LINDROOS) HANKE CANON CITY, Colo.—A celebration of life for Betty June (Lindroos) Hanke was at 11 a.m. Jan. 29, 2005 at Grace Bible Fellowship in Florence. The Rev. James Cordero officiated. Mrs. Hanke, 72, Canon City, Colo., died Jan. 22, 2005 at her home. She was born Aug. 6, 1932 in Superior to Eric and Elsie (Johnson) Lindroos. She spent time with her cousin, Gloria (Priscilla) Fabiny. On July 17, 1948, she married Leonard Lewis Hanke in Rock Springs. They celebrated 50 years of marriage July 17, 1998. She and her husband, who worked in the oil fields, spent many years moving around the Western states before finally settling in Canon City in 1976. She was a member of Grace Bible Fellowship in Florence. She is survived by her six children, Carol Gray of Hemet, Calif., Charlotte and husband Mike Stevens of Canon City, Marlene and husband Bill Borchert of Gillette, and Wade, Joy and Allen Hanke, all of Canon City; one brother, Robert and wife Donna Lindroos of Green River; 11 grandchildren, Brian, Jim, Denise, Melanie, Philip, Adrienne, Jennifer, Caitlin, Amanda, Cassie and Kyle; and 14 great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband; an infant brother; a younger sister, Shirley; an older brother, Donnie Lindroos; and her cousin, Gloria Fabiny. --- Rock Springs Daily Rocket-Miner, Feb 5, 2005 EILEEN WASHAM A mass of Christian burial was celebrated for Eileen Washam at 10 a.m. Thursday, Feb. 3, 2005 at SS. Cyril and Methodius Catholic Church in Rock Springs. The Rev. John Savio officiated. A holy rosary was recited at 7 p.m. Wednesday, Feb. 2, 2005 at Fox Funeral Home in Rock Springs. Interment took place in the Rock Springs Municipal Cemetery. Pallbearers were Kyle Koritnik, Michael Washam, Nick Trujillo, Chris Trujillo, Trevor Wales and Jack Gunyan Jr. Honorary pallbearers were Chris Fulghum, Adam Fulghum, Zachary Koritnik, Taylor Koritnik, Dakota Washam, Shane Fulghum and Alex McCallister. Mrs. Washam, 81, of Rock Springs, died Friday, Jan. 28, 2005 at Sage View Care Center in Rock Springs after a lengthy illness. She was born April 20, 1923 in Rock Springs, the daughter of Ben and Lillian Cashmer Gunyan. She attended schools in Rock Springs. On Sept. 14, 1940 she married Harvey “Bud” James Washam in Daggett County, Utah. He preceded her in death in 1968. She was a member of the Catholic Church and the Eagles Club. Her interests included collecting bells, playing bingo and, before her sickness, going to garage sales. Survivors include two sons, Dennis Washam and wife Judy of Rock Springs and Jim Washam and wife Mary Jo of Pinedale; two brothers, Jack Gunyan and wife Janet of Rock Springs and Ronald Gunyan and wife Rosetta of Rock Springs; three grandchildren, Wendy Koritnik and husband Louie of Rock Springs, Kristi Washam of Rock Springs and Michael Washam of Pinedale; two step-grandchildren, Shane Fulghum of Panama City, Fla., and Adam Fulghum of Rock Springs; six great-grandchildren, Kyle Koritinik, Taylor Koritnik and Zachary Koritnik, all of Rock Springs, Alex McCallister of Ocoee, Fla., Dakota washam of Rock Springs, and Hope GIels of Rock Springs; three step-great-grandchildren, Christopher Fulghum of Evanston, Samantha Fulghum of Pine Bluff, Ark., and Trevor Wales of Rock Springs; and several cousins, nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her husband, Harvey “Bud” Washam; five sisters, Florence, Verna, Lila, Betty and Dorothy; two brothers, Richard and Robert; and 10 siblings who died in infancy. --- Rock Springs Daily Rocket-Miner, Feb 5, 2005 CARL EUGENE HOLLINGSWORTH MAYER, Ariz.—Funeral services for Carl Eugene Hollingsworth were Sunday, Jan. 30, 2005 in Prescott Valley, Ariz., at the Sunrise Funeral Home. Hollingsworth, 14, formerly of Rock Springs, died in Mayer, Ariz., on Jan. 25, 2005. He was born in Tucson, Ariz. on June 14, 1990. His interests were reading, movies, animals and children. He was a member of the Junior Honor Society and the Future Leaders of America. He is survived by his parents, Tracey Ostdahl of Rock Springs and Shannon Hollingsworth of Mayer; brothers, Joseph Alvin, Dylan and Colton; sisters, Meghan and Ashley and Bryttnee Olivas of Rock Springs; grandparents, Allan Ostdahl of Rock Springs, Tom and Sue Nomis of Green River, and Gene and Billie Hollingsworth of Mayer; great-grandmother, Edna Ostdahl of Palermo, N.D.; and numerous aunts, uncles, cousins and friends. --- Wyoming Tribune Eagle, Feb 16, 2005 Robert B. Dahl Robert B. Dahl was born May 26, 1948, in Portland, Ore., the son of Mary Yettick and Jalmer B. Dahl. He served in the U.S. Army during the Vietnam War. He married Annette Vrooman in 1999, in Rawlins. She preceded him in death. He was employed at PacifiCorp for 33 years until his retirement on Jan. 5, 2005. He served on the board of directors for seven chambers of commerce, including three terms as president. He was a charter board member of the Wyoming Economic Development Association, including four terms as president. He also served on Wyoming's Judicial Nominating Commission, chairman of the Wyoming Work First Steering Committee and chairman of the Rawlins Planning and Zoning Commission. He was a member of the Elks Club, VFW, Rotary Club, various chambers and the Sweetwater Economic Development Association. His interests included motorcycles, boating, scuba diving and driving very fast. Graveside military honors were performed by Archie Hay Post 24 and internment took place in the Paul J. Wataha section of the Rock Springs Municipal Cemetery. --- Green River Star, Feb 17, 2005 Edward Krause Edward Krause, 49, Rock Springs, passed away on Jan. 23 at his home. A longtime resident of Rock Springs, he had been in ill health for the past several months. He was born on Nov. 14, 1955, in Rock Springs, the son of the late Jack and Virginia Guillen Krause. He attended schools in Rock Springs and was a graduate of the Rock Springs High School with the class of 1974. Survivors include three brothers, David Thomason of Laramie, Robert Thomason of Cheyenne, and Albert Thomason of Reno, Nev.; one sister, Jackie Sloan of Casper; several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents. Following cremation at the Vase White Mountain Crematory, a memorial graveside service and inurnment happened Jan. 28 at the Rock Springs Municipal Cemetery. Father John Savio of the Holy Spirit Catholic Community officiated. --- Green River Star, Feb 17, 2005 Mary Starkovich Mary Starkovich, 91, Rock Springs, passed away on Feb. 15 at the Sage View Care Center. A longtime Rock Springs resident, she had been in ill health for the past several years. She was born on Jan. 1, 1914, in Gallup, N.M., the daughter of the late John and Mary Katana. She attended schools in Dawson, N.M. She married Victor Starkovich at the Saints Cyril and Methodius Catholic Church on July 1, 1933, and he preceded her in death on April 9, 1997. She was a member of the Holy Spirit Catholic Community and Fraternal Order of Eagles Auxiliary. Survivors include three daughters Jean Bonini and husband Bill of Rock Springs, Judy Prevedel and husband Herman of Loveland, Colo., and Barbara Rodriguez of Arvada, Colo.; one brother Tony Katana; nine grandchildren; 11 great-grandchildren; several nieces and nephews including Kathy Kaumo and Mary Ann McFadden. She was preceded in death by her parents, husband, one sister, Kathryn Katana; two brothers, John Katana and Jack Katana; and one nephew, Ed Katana. A mass of Christian burial will be celebrated at 10 a.m. Feb. 22 at the Saints Cyril and Methodius Catholic Church, 633 Bridger Ave., Rock Springs. Father John Savio will officiate. A parish rosary will be recited at 7 p.m. Feb. 21 at the Vase Funeral Chapel, 154 Elk Street, Rock Springs. Interment will be in the St. Joseph's Section of the Rock Springs Municipal Cemetery. Friends may call on Monday afternoon from 4 p.m. until 8 p.m. at the Vase Chapel and again Tuesday morning at the chapel until time of funeral services. --- Rock Springs Daily Rocket-Miner, Feb 26, 2005 ROBERT M. HILL Funeral services for Robert M. Hill were conducted at 10 a.m. Saturday, Feb. 19, 2005, at the Union Congregational Church in Green River. The Rev. Lisa Hart conducted the services. Interment was in the Riverview Cemetery in Green River. Hill, 90, of 507 Evelyn Road, Rock Springs, died on Saturday, Feb. 12, 2005, at his home. A longtime Green River and Rock Springs resident and former resident of Caldwell, Idaho, Hill had been in ill health for the past two years. He was born on March 1, 1914, in Rock Springs, the son of Robert Winfield Hill and Mary Nelson. Hill attended schools in Green River and was a graduate of the Lincoln High School with the class of 1934. He married Lucille Wilder in 1936 and they divorced. Hill later married Flora Billings in Caldwell, Idaho on July 9, 1960, and she preceded him in death on March 4, 1988. Hill served in the National Guard. He was employed with Mountain Fuel for 24 years and retired as a plant and field foreman in 1972. He was a member of the Mountain Mariah Masonic Lodge in Green River, and a member of the Union Congregational Church. His interests included fishing, boating, traveling and gardening. Survivors include two daughters, Dorothy Casper and Carol Rounkles and husband Orlie, all of Rock Springs; one brother, Glenn Hill and wife Arlene of Green River; five grandchildren; four great-grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents; wife; several sisters; and two grandchildren, Shane Rounkles and Tonia Rounkles. --- Green River Star, Mar 2, 2005 Louis Jon Boschetto Louis Jon Boschetto, 66, Rock Springs, passed away on Feb. 26 at the Universit of Utah in Salt Lake City. A longtime Rock Springs resident, he died following an illness of five years. He was born on De. 17, 1938, in Rock Springs, and was a graduate of the Rock Springs High School with the Class of 1957. He also attended the University of Wyoming. He served with the National Guard for 10 years. He was employed by School District 1 as Food Service van driver for 16 years. He was a member of the Saints Cyril and Methodius Catholic Church. Survivors include his sister Sibyl R. Love of Rock Springs; three aunts, Emma Bettolo, Mary Reinmiller and Frieda Boschetto; several nieces and nephews, Jackie Bross and husband Jeff, John K.P. "Murt" Love and wife Dawn, Jerry Love and wife Tami, Jim Love and wife Tami, and Jim Love and wife Michal; great-nieces and nephews, Jesse, Chloe, Jordan, Dillon and John Hayden Love; many cousins. He was preceded in death by his parents, one brother in infancy, several aunts and uncles and maternal and paternal grandparents. A mass of Christian burial will be celebrated at 10 a.m. Saturday at the Saints Cyril and Methodius Catholic Church, 633 Bridger Ave., Rock Springs. A parish rosary will be recited at 7 p.m. Friday at the Vase Funeral Chapel, 154 Elk Street, Rock Springs. Interment will be in the Saints Joseph's Section of the Rock Springs Municipal Cemetery. Friends may call at the Vase Funeral Chapel Friday afternoon and evening until 8 p.m. and again Saturday morning at the chapel until time of funeral sevices. Pallbearers: Brad Bettolo, Jon "K.C.: Doak, Paul Johnson, Tony Legerski, and Bruce Pivic. --- Fox Funeral Home, Mar 2, 2005 James Russell Jackson James “Russell” Jackson, 71, of Rock Springs died Tuesday, March 1, 2005 at Sage View Care Center, Rock Springs after a lengthy illness. Russell was born August 24, 1933 in Rosiclare, Illinois the son of Percy and Anna Brandt Jackson. He graduated from Rosiclare Community High School with the class of 1951. He was employed at FMC as a relief opperator for forty years. He retired in 1993. His interest included hunting, going to his cabin, and observing wildlife. Survivors include one son, Jim Jackson of Twisp, Washington; one brother, Bob Jackson of Bakersfield, California; three sisters, Judy Phillippe of Bevier, Missourri, Sue McMasters of Elizabethtown, Illinois, and Dinah Highley of Green River, Wyoming; and special friend, Gayle Kurtze of Rock Springs. He was preceded in death by his parents and two sons. Funeral Services will be held at 11:00 a.m. Saturday, March 5, 2005 at Fox Funeral Home, 2800 Commercial Way, Rock Springs where friends may call one hour prior to the service. Interment will be in the Rock Springs Municipal Cemetery. --- Rock Springs Daily Rocket-Miner, Mar 2, 2005 R. Dewayne “Bubba” Peden Jr. R. Dewayne “Bubba” Peden Jr., 37, of 688 Antelope Drive No. 35, Rock Springs, died on Monday, Feb. 28, 2005, at the Memorial Hospital of Sweetwater County. A longtime resident of Rock Springs, Peden died following a sudden illness. He was born on Oct. 23, 1967, in Harrison, Ark., the son of Roger D. Peden Sr. and Sharon Sooter. Peden attended schools in Green River and Rock Springs. He married Rebecca Becky Campbell in Rock Springs on July 19, 1986. Peden was employed by Coca-Cola Bottling of Rock Springs as a truck driver. His interests included hunting, fishing, spending time with his family and was active in the United Pentecostal Church. Survivors include his wife, Becky Peden of Rock Springs; one son, Derrick Peden of Rock Springs; three daughters, Misty Peden, Nicole Peden and Ashley Peden, all of Rock Springs; his parents, Roger and Sharon Peden of Rock Springs; two brothers, Brad Peden and wife Debbie and Preston Peden and wife Christy; his paternal grandmother, Audrey Peden of Omaha, Neb.; paternal grandparents, Eulys and Iola Peden of Green Forrest, Ark.; and several aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his maternal grandparents, Floyd and Mary Sooter; and one uncle, Jerry Peden. Funeral services will be conducted at 1 p.m. Friday, March 4, 2005, at the United Pentecostal Church, 3716 Foothill Blvd., Rock Springs. The Rev. Elton Sermon will conduct the services. Interment will be in the Rest Haven Memorial Gardens Cemetery. Friends may call at the Vase Chapel, 154 Elk St., Rock springs, Thursday afternoon from 4-8 p.m. and again Friday morning at the church one hour prior to services. --- Rock Springs Daily Rocket-Miner, Mar 5, 2005 RUBY F. MANN Funeral services for Ruby F. Mann were at 2 p.m. Monday, Feb. 28, 2005 at Fox Funeral Home, 2800 Commerical Way, Rock Springs. Bishop Howard Call officiated. Interment took place in the Paul J. Wataha section at Rock Springs Municipal Cemetery. Mrs. Mann, 89, of Rock Springs, died Friday, Feb. 25, 2005 at Castle Rock Convalescent Center, Green River, after a short illness. She was born Dec. 26, 1915, in Hiawatha, Utah, the daughter of John and Mary Ann White Quinn. She attended schools in Price, Utah. On March 26, 1939, she married Walter H. Mann in Coalville, Utah. He preceded her in death on June 4, 1985. She was a member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, active in the Relief Society. Her interests included word-search puzzles, reading, sewing, and crocheting. Survivors include two daughters, Wanda Jane Potter of Edgewater, Fla. and Carolyn Sue Lamb of Rock Springs; numerous grandchildren and great-grandchildren; and numerous nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents, husband, one brother and six sisters. --- Casper Star Tribune, Mar 8, 2005 Dena Georgann Wing Carr Graveside services for Rock Springs resident Dena Georgann Carr, 54, will be conducted at 1 p.m. Thursday, March 10, in Rock Springs Municipal Cemetery. The family will receive guests at the home of her daughter and son-in-law, Lyndy Kathleen and Scott Kitchner, 15 Fairway Drive, Rock Springs. She died March 6, 2005, at Memorial Hospital of Sweetwater County in Rock Springs, following a lengthy illness. Born Sept. 20, 1950, in El Dorado, Kan., she was the daughter of Helen and George Wing; and was raised and educated in Rock Springs. In 1967, she married Tom R. Carr in Manila, Utah. Her interests included gardening, cooking, writing, camping, walking, reading, and baby-sitting. She also enjoyed spending time with her family and going to picnics, zoos and parks. In addition to the Kitchners, survivors include her husband of 38 years and two sons, Kelly George Carr and Micah William Carr, all of Rock Springs; two sisters, Kim Tate of Grass Valley, Calif., and Katie Vigil of Medford, Ore.; a grandson; and several nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents. --- Green River Star, Mar 11, 2005 Roy Berry Roy "Dessie" Berry, 86, Rock Springs, passed away on March 4 at her home. A resident of Rock Springs since 1978, and former resident of Texas, she died following a lengthy illness. She was born on Sept. 8, 1918, in Cook County, Texas, the daughter of the late Roy Jones and Thelma Dessie Lorrance. She attended schools in Corpus Christi, Texas, and graduated high school there and also attended business college for one year. She married Paul Jefferson Berry in Corpus Christi on Dec. 27, 1940, and he preceded her in death on Nov. 6, 1994. She was a member of the Church of Christ and was very active in the church. Survivors include three sons, Bruce Berry and wife Nancy of Dallas, Glenn Roy Berry and wife Charmion and Duke Berry and wife Sandy, all of Rock Springs; one daughter, Dana Nichols and husband Jim of Burbank, Calif.; one sister, Evelyn Poole of Bandera, Texas; nine grandchildren; five great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents and her husband. Funeral services will be conducted at 10 a.m. Thursday at the Vase Funeral Chapel 154 Elk Street, Rock Springs. Rev. Norm Finch will conduct the services. Interment will be in the Paul J. Wataha Section of the Rock Springs Municipal Cemetery. Friends may call at the Vase Funeral Chapel, Wednesday evening from 4 p.m. until 8 p.m. and again Thursday morning at the chapel one hour prior to services. --- Rock Springs Daily Rocket-Miner, Mar 12, 2005 JOHN BACILA Funeral services for John Bacila were conducted at 2 p.m. Friday, March 11, 2005 at the Vase Flaming Gorge Chapel in Green River. The Rev. Dennis Serdahl conducted the services. Military graveside services and interment were in the Riverview Cemetery. Bacila, 81, of 242 W. Second N., Green River, died on Saturday, March 5, 2005, at the Sage View Care Center. A longtime resident of Green River, Bacila had been in ill health for the past one and one-half years. He was born on Dec. 3, 1923, in Homestead, Penn., the son of Nicholas and Julia Vortoldmel. Bacila attended schools in West Homestead, Penn. While in high school, Bacila held the school’s track record for the 100-yeard dash from 1940 to 1972. He married Anna M. Mestas in Green River, on April 4, 1950, and she preceded him in death on Jan. 17, 1993. Bacila was a U.S. Navy veteran of World War II. He was a seaman first class and was an underwater diver in the South Pacific and received a Pacific Theater Ribbon, American Theater Ribbon and Victory Medal. Following serving in the Navy, he boxed professionally from 1946 to 1947. He boxed three bouts. He was a lifetime member of the Veterans of Foreign Wars No. 2321, American Legion Archie Hay Post No. 24, Union Pacific Railroad Old Timers, Fraternal Order of the Eagles No. 2350 and Golden Hour Senior Center. His interests included football, especially the NFP, being a Steelers fan, traveling by train, boxing, track and field and he was an avid reader. Survivors include one son, Nick M. Bacila and wife Gayle of Green River; two brothers, Nick Bacila of California and Alex Bacila of San Pablo, Calif.; two step-grandchildren, Eva Jean Brewer of Green River and Edwin Leo Brewer of Ogden, Utah; three step-great-grandchildren, Austin A. Brewer, Laura Mae Brewer and Karisten M. Brewer of Ogden, Utah; and several cousins, nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents; wife; one brother; and his grandparents. --- Rock Springs Daily Rocket-Miner, Mar 12, 2005 EMMA LaPREAL BIRD Graveside services for Emma LaPreal Bird were on Friday, March 4, 2005, at 10 a.m. at the Riverview Cemetery in Green River. Emma LaPreal Bird died on March 2, 2005. Emma was born at Memorial Hospital of Sweetwater County on March 2, 2005 to Cameron and Amanda Bird. Emma was diagnosed with anencephaly in October of 2004. She is survived by her parents, Cameron and Amanda Bird; her brother, Ethan John Bird of Green River; grandparents, John and Connie Bird of Green River and Rick and Wanda Rogers of Evanston. --- Rock Springs Daily Rocket-Miner, Mar 12, 2005 ERMA MAE SCHISEL BOYD Funeral services for Erma Mae Schisel Boyd wee conducted at 2 p.m. Wednesday, March 9, 2005, at the Emmanuel Lutheran Church in Green River. The Rev. Paul Cain conducted the services. Interment was in the Riverview Cemetery in Green River. Mrs. Boyd, 80, of 700 Crossbow, Green River, died on Friday, March 4, 2005 at the Castle Rock Convalescent Center. A resident of Green River for the past 15 years and former resident of Hanna, Mrs. Boyd died following a lengthy illness. She was born on July 14, 1924 in Langlade County, Wis., the daughter of Archie and Cora Piper. Mrs. Boyd attended schools in Wisconsin. She married Raymond Schisel and they later divorced. On Dec. 10, 1981, she married Melvin E. Boyd in Rock Springs, and he preceded her in death on March 22, 1992. Her interests included cooking, gardening, knitting, crocheting, reading and spending time outdoors with friends and family. She was a member of the VFW Auxiliary and the Ladies Aid at the Lutheran Church in Hanna. Survivors include five sons, Terry Schisel and wife Sharon of Rawlins, Ronald Schisel of Green River, Calvin Schisel and wife Lorinda and David Schisel and wife Linda, all of Hanna, and John Schisel of Rock Springs; one daughter, Cora Bauman and husband Duane of Elko, Nev.; one brother, Marvin Piper of Antigo, Wis.; 16 grandchildren; 20 great-grandchildren; and one great-great-grandchild. She was preceded in death by her parents; husband; one daughter, Katheryn Hayes; two sisters, Violet Slater and Carrie Piper; and one brother, Victor Piper. --- Sublette Examiner, Mar 17, 2005 Alice V. Wanner Alice V. Wanner died at peace in her home in Denver early Thursday morning, March 10, 2005, watched over with love by her daughters Jayne and Peggy. She was born Jan. 10, 1917, in Kemmerer. Alice was the Sublette County Library director from 1974 until 1982 when the library was located on Fremont Street. Under her leadership, Alice established the Sublette County Library Foundation. Thanks to her foresight, donations to the library foundation, in particular the Ruth and Vernon Taylor Foundation, enabled the library to construct the large attractive reading room added to the library in 1982. Libraries were an important part of Alice’s life, as the following excerpt shows. From an article written by Ric Samulski in the May 11, 1982, Pinedale Roundup, upon her retirement from library service: “Those friendly smiles and helpful looks that greet many library users will still be found in back of the counter as one enters the facility. But come September 1, one of those will be missing. Alice Wanner, Sublette County’s head librarian, will officially step down from her job ... Mrs. Wanner, who has been working at the library since 1972, became the head librarian in 1974 when Mrs. Ethylene Worl retired. For the past eight years, she has directed the three county libraries located in Pinedale, Big Piney and Bondurant. A graduate of the University of Wyoming, Mrs. Wanner worked all over the world at various libraries. She served at the Albany County Library in Laramie; the library in Fond du Lac, Wis.; the American Library in Maricaibo, Venezuela; and the International Library in Djakarta, Indonesia. The reason for her vast and varied library positions is because her husband, Charles, is a consulting geologist whose work has taken them all over the world. In 1972, she and her husband moved to Pinedale, where they decided to remain. He secured employment with several oil companies, and Mrs. Wanner, not wanting to sit at home and remain idle, began her career with the library. Anyone who enters the library is greeted with a very relaxed, friendly atmosphere which Alice has tried to instill throughout her years as head librarian. The new addition illustrates this, as its purpose will be to allow adults the pleasures of a reading room filled with a wide selection of books. Talking about her leaving, Alice stated that she was ‘sorry to leave. I have loved working with all the people. Without their support, it would be just a building with books.’ ” Many people would quietly add that without Alice, it “would just be a building with books.” She was preceded in death by her husband, Charles. Survivors include her son, Charles G. Wanner and his wife Susan; daughters Jayne A. Wanner and Margaret I. (Peggy) Olson and her husband, Dr. Donald Olson; and four grandchildren: Wendy Olson, Bryan Olson, Elizabeth Olson and Aaron Olson. A memorial will be held in Pinedale in July. In lieu of flowers, the family would appreciate memorials to the Sublette County Library Foundation. --- Rock Springs Daily Rocket-Miner, Mar 17, 2005 Kayla Dawn Matlock Kayla Dawn Matlock, 18, of 340 I St., Rock Springs, died Tuesday, March 15, 2005, at the University of Utah Medical Center in Salt Lake City. She was born on Oct. 24, 1986, the daughter of Thomas and Dalinn McKinney Matlock. Miss Matlock attended schools in Rock Springs, and was a senior at the Rock Springs High School. She was a member of the Rock Springs Evangelical Free Church. Her interests including hunting, fishing, and spending time with her family and friends. Survivors include her parents; two sisters, Kristanna Matlock of Rock Springs and Lyssa Matlock of Rock Springs; paternal grandparents, LeRoy and Linda Matlock of Rock Springs, and Bonnie Matlock of Rock Springs; great-grandmother, Mildred Lewis of Rock Springs; great-grandfather, Franklin Willoughby of Kingman, Ariz.; and several aunts, uncles and cousins. She was preceded in death by her maternal grandparents, Beverley Griffiths and William McKinney. Funeral services will be conducted at 10 a.m. Monday, March 21, 2005, at the Rock Springs Evangelical Free Church at 125 Firestone Road, Rock Springs. The Rev. Richard Carlson will conduct the services. Interment will be at the Rest Haven Memorial Gardens. Friends may call at the Vase Funeral Chapel, 154 Elk St., Rock Springs, Sunday afternoon from 4-8 p.m. and again Monday morning at the church one hour prior to services. Pallbearers will be Rick Matlock, Ken Matlock, Chad Willoughby, Derek Willoughby, Bob Routh and Joe Nelson. --- Rock Springs Daily Rocket-Miner, Mar 18, 2005 Mary F. Benson Mary F. Benson, 95, of 1445 Uinta, Green River, died Wednesday, March 16, 2005, at the Castle Rock Convalescent Center in Green River. A lifelong resident of Rock Springs and Winton, Mrs. Benson died following a lengthy illness. She was born on Dec. 14, 1909, in Rock Springs, the daughter of Thomas and Margret Price Foster. Mrs. Benson attended schools in Winton and Rock Springs. She graduated from Rock Springs High School with the class of 1928 and attended the University of Wyoming for two years. She married William E. Benson in Salt Lake City in 1933, and he preceded her in death in November of 1992. She was a member of the Christian Science Church. Mrs. Benson was a teacher for the Rock Springs School District No. 1, teaching in Winton, Reliance and Rock Springs. She also taught in Carlsbad, N.M., where she and her husband lived for 40 years. She was a member of the Eastern Star and the League of Women Voters and the P.E.O. Survivors include daughters, Sally Varley and husband John of Rock Springs, Bonnie Nelson and husband John of Green Valley, Ariz., and Claudia Webb and husband Randall of Adelanto, Calif.; one brother, Luke Foster and wife Thursa of Vallejo, Calif.; one sister, Jane Giovanini and husband Joe of Jackson; five grandchildren, Scott Varley, Kim McIntyre, Amy ONeill, Kip Lebar and Jill Lebar; and nine great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband; two sisters, Mildred Zakovich and Blanche Jarvis; and one grandson, Russ Varley. Following cremation, a memorial service will be at a later date. --- Rock Springs Daily Rocket-Miner, Mar 19, 2005 RILEY BELL CLARK Funeral services for Riley Bell Clark were conducted at 2 p.m. Wednesday, March 16, 2005 at the Vase Flaming Gorge Chapel in Green River. Interment was at the Riverview Cemetery in Green River. Riley Bell Clark, infant daughter of Adam Brett and Terri L. Daniels Clark, died Saturday, March 12, 2005 at the University of Utah Medical Center in Salt Lake City. Survivors include her parents; one sister, Alexia Lynn Clark of Green River; paternal grandparents, Ernie and Glenda Clark of Green River; maternal grandmother, Mary Brown of North Carolina; and several aunts, uncles and cousins. She was preceded in death by maternal grandfather, Mark Erhlicher; and one aunt, Crysta Lynn Clark. --- Rock Springs Daily Rocket-Miner, Mar 19, 2005 DALE JAMES GRAHAM Funeral services for Dale James Graham were conducted at 10 a.m. Friday, March 18, 2005 at the LDS 3rd Ward in Green River. Military graveside services and interment were conducted by American Legion Archie Hay Post No. 24 at the Riverview Cemetery. Graham, 75, of 640 Sweetwater Lane, Green River, died on Monday, March 14, 2005 at the Memorial Hospital of Sweetwater County in Rock Springs. A longtime resident of Green River and former resident of Star Valley, Graham died following a brief illness. He was born on May 18, 1929, in Afton, the son of Harold V. and Glennis Bruce Graham. Graham attended schools in Star Valley and was a graduate of the Star Valley High School with the class of 1947. He served in the U.S. Air Force during the Korean War. He married Myrna Jasperson on Nov. 10, 1951 in Thayne. He worked as a warehouse supervisor at FMC Corporation for 27 years. He also worked for Winlectric. Graham was a member of the LDS Church. His interests included gardening camping, fishing and spending time with family and friends. He shared his garden with his friends an dneighbors and took his grandchildren and great-grandchildren camping and fishing. He was also an avid bowler. Survivors include his wife; two sons, Bret Graham and wife Terry of Lawrence, Kan., and David J. Graham and wife Mary of Green River; one daughter, Michele Voyles of Hamilton, Iowa; three sisters, Marie Gramata of OroGrande, Calif., Carol Kennington of Oceanside, Calif., and Atha Johnson of Afton; seven grandchildren, Kandy and Tracy Pryor, Nichole Voyles, Leisa and Kurtiss Riggs, Glennis and Dennis Williams, Travis and Jodi Graham, Hope and Travis Bradshaw and Darin Graham; 14 grandchildren; and numerous nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents; two brothers and two sons-in-law. --- Rock Springs Daily Rocket-Miner, Mar 19, 2005 CHARLINE E. LOWSETH A mass of Christian burial was celebrated for Charline E. Lowseth at 1 p.m. Friday, March 18, 2005, at the Immaculate Conception Catholic Church in Green River. The Rev. Tom Sheridan officiated. A rosary was recited at 7 p.m. Thursday, March 17, 2005 at the Immaculate Conception Catholic Church. Interment was in the Riverview Cemetery. Mrs. Lowseth, 62, of 290 Bramwell, Green River, died on Thursday, March 10, 2005, at the North Valley Rehabilitation Center in Thornton, Colo. A lifelong resident of Green River, Mrs. Lowseth died following a lengthy illness. She was born on Aug. 22, 1942 in Green River, the daughter of Preston Roderick and Betty Yeager. Mrs. Lowseth attended schools in Green River and was a graduate with the class of 1961. She married Tom S. Lowseth in Green River on Sept. 1, 1962. Mrs. Lowseth worked as a clerk for the Sweetwater County Clerk’s Office and as a bookkeeper for Ace Hardware. She was a member of the Immaculate Conception Catholic Church. Her interests included being active in church, crafts, crocheting and spending time with her family. Survivors include her husband, Tom Lowseth of Green River; three sons, Randy Lowseth and wife Jeanette of Pinedale, Thomas Lowseth and Troy Lowseth both of Green River; tow sisters, Stephanie Peterson and husband Gary and Judy Roderick all of Green River; three grandchildren, Matthew Lowseth, Chelsea Lowseth and Tyson Lowseth; and several aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents and one brother, David Roderick. --- Green River Star, Mar 23, 2005 Mildred Katherine Zancanella Mildred Katherine Zancanella, 87, Rock Springs, passed away on March 2 at the Sage View Care Center in Rock Springs, where she had been a patient for the past three weeks. A longtime resident of Rock Springs and Green River, and former resident of Nebraska, she had been in ill health for the past four months. She was born on March 12, 1917, in Fullerton, Neb., the daughter of the late Charles B. Miller and Verona O. Pitchford. She attended schools in Green River and graduated in 1934. She married Charles J. Zancanella on March 30, 1937, in Manila, Utah, and the marriage was later blessed by Father S.A. Welsh one month later. She was a member of the First Congregational Church and had been a Sunday School teacher. Survivors include her husband, Charles J. Zancanella of Rock Springs; one son, Robert C. Zancanella of Salt Lake City; two daughters, Judy K. Winter and husband Charley of Rock Springs, and Patricia J. Zancanella of Salt Lake City; one sister, Jean Matthew and husband "Bill" of Pocatello, Idaho; one granddaughter, Tammy Surline and husband Pat of Rock Springs; two step-granddaughters, Tammy Moyer of Rock Springs and Linda Gustofson of San Diego, Calif.; one step great-grandson, Levi Zanetti; two step great-grand-daughters, Stephani Zanetti and Crystal Moyer; one cousin, Winnie Van Valkenburg; several nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents and two sisters. Funeral services were conducted at the First Congregational Church in Rock Springs. Rev. Harvey Joyner conducted the services. Interment was in the St. Joseph's section of the Rock Springs Municipal Cemetery. --- Post Independent, Mar 24, 2005 Mary Rose Kaumo Motichka Mary Rose Kaumo Motichka, loving mother and grandmother, died Saturday, April 23, 2005, at St. Mary's Regional Medical Center in Grand Junction, following a brief illness. She was 91 and a longtime resident of Glenwood Springs. Mrs. Motichka was born July 19, 1913, in Tollerburg, to Joseph and Maria Kaumo. She married the late George Motichka Feb. 18, 1933. The family resided in Rock Springs, Wyo., for several years until moving to Spring Glen, Utah. The family moved to Glenwood Springs in 1960. Mary worked for several years at both City Market and Safeway, until retirement.She was an active member of St. Stephen's Catholic Church in Glenwood Springs.She enjoyed reading, crossword puzzles, home decorating, gardening and traveling. Survivors include one son, George Motichka, of Parker; five daughters, Susan (John) Maffoni, of Rawlins, Wyo., Patricia (Brian) Parkes, of Ogden, Utah, Michalene (Aubert) Keaton, of Princeton, W.Va., Kathleen (George) McNutt, of Williamsburg, Va., and Therese (Michael) Sylvia, of Temecula, Calif. Also surviving are brother-in-law Sulo Hill; sisters-in-law Jeanette Motichka, Leola Kaumo and Perina Kaumo; several nieces and nephews; grandchildren Marianne Maffoni, Michael Maffoni, Gina Marie (Maffoni) Dowlin, Deborah (Parkes) Wiedrich, Jeanine (Parkes) Higgs, Lisa (Keaton) Lambert, Lori Keaton, Karen (Keaton) Bruchstein, Patrick McNutt, Kevin McNutt, Mark Motichka, David Motichka, Kristin (Sylvia) Maslov and Brenton Sylvia; and 14 great-grandchildren. Mary was preceded in death by five brothers, Frank, August, Joseph, Leno and Angelo Kaumo, and sister Amelia Hill. There was a rosary and vigil service Tuesday, April 26, at St. Stephen's Church. A Mass of Christian burial will be celebrated at 10 a.m. Wednesday, April 27, at St. Stephen's Catholic Church with the Rev. Clifford J. McMillan officiating. A graveside service and interment will be at 11 a.m. Thursday, April 28, at St. Joseph's Cemetery in Rock Springs. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made in Mary's memory to St. Stephen's bereavement fund, 1885 Blake Ave., Glenwood Springs, CO 81601. --- Rock Springs Daily Rocket-Miner, Mar 26, 2005 LOUISE M. SKALA A memorial service for Louise M. Skala was conducted on Thursday, March 24, 2005 at 11 a.m. at the Green River United Methodist Church in Green River. The Rev. Paul Holland conducted the services. Mrs. Skala, 48, of 120 Commanche Circle, Green River, died on Sunday, March 20, 2005, at the LDS Hospital in Salt Lake City. A longtime resident of Green River and former resident of Rock Springs and Superior, Mrs. Skala died following a sudden illness. She was born on April 26, 1956, in Rock Springs, the daughter of Tony and Mary Dolenc. Mrs. Skala attended schools in Rock Springs and Superior and was a graduate of the Rock Springs High School with the class of 1974. She attended Western Wyoming Community College and graduated with a degree in business accounting. She married Gregory Glen Skala on May 9, 1987, in Rock Springs. Mrs. Skala was a member of the Green River United Methodist Church. Survivors include her husband, Gregory Skala of Green River; her father, Tony Dolenc of Rock Springs; one daughter, Veronica Skala of Green River; two sisters, Priscilla Kropuenske and husband Dave of LaJunta, Colo., and Norma Haugen and husband Greg of LaJunta; and several nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her mother; paternal grandparents, Anton Dolenc and his wife and Louise Zutman and her husband; and maternal grandparents, Waldo and Vera Garcia. Cremation has taken place. --- Fox Funeral Home, Mar 28, 2005 Zinna Eno Zinna Rae Eno, 35, of Rock Springs, died Sunday, March 27, 2005 at the Prebysterian-St. Luke’s Hospital in Denver, Colorado. Zinna was born August 25, 1969 in Rock Springs, Wyoming, the daughter of Frank A. and Margaret G. Evans Rolich. She attended schools in Rock Springs. She married Aaron J. Patchett on July 2, 1988 in Cheyenne, WY. They were later divorced. She then married Gary Eagle and was later divorced. She then married Steve Eno. Her interests included the computer, arts and crafts, and wolves. Survivors include her parents Frank and Marge Rolich of Rock Springs; one son, Damon Patchett of Elko, Nevada; one daughter, Caycia Patchet of Elko, Nevada; one sister Zanni Van Antwerp and husband Jim of Henderson, Nevada; one brother, Reef K. Rolich and wife Kelly of Rock Springs; fiancé, Byron Corman of Rock Springs; several aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces, and nephews. She was preceded in death by her grandparents. Funeral Services will be held at 2:00 p.m. Friday, April 1, 2005 at Fox Funeral Home, 2800 Commercial Way, Rock Springs where friends may call Thursday from noon to 8 p.m. and Friday until time of services. Interment will take place at Rock Springs Municipal Cemetery. Pallbearers are Byron Corman, Dave Gillespie, Doyle Wittaker, Daryl Van Vleet, Jim Van Antwerp, and Ron Jennings. --- Green River Star, Mar 30, 2005 Kathleen Carrie Curtis Kathleen Carrie Curtis, 46, Rock Springs, passed away on March 25 at the Sage View Care Center. A longtime resident of Rock Springs, she was in ill health for the past four years. She was born on June 8, 1958, in Laramie, the daughter of John C. and Lynne G. Burns Evans. She attended schools in Rock Springs and was a graduate of Rock Springs High School's class of 1976. She married Fay B. Curtis on Jan. 16, 1982, in Rock Springs. She was employed as a computer specialist for School District 1 for 15 years. She was a member of the Holy Spirit Catholic Community. Survivors include her husband, Fay B. Curtis of Rock Springs; her mother, Lynne Evans of Rock Springs; two sons, Matthew J. Curtis and wife Jenny and John D. Curtis, all of Rock Springs; two brothers, Mike Evans and Lonnie Evans, both of Rock Springs; two sisters, Mary Anne Mines and husband Steve of Farson, and Donna Collins and husband Jon of Rock Springs; one grandson, Karson J. Curtis; several aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her father, John C. Evans; and her paternal and maternal grandparents. A mass of Christian burial was celebrated today at the Our Lady of Sorrows Catholic Church, 116 Broadway Avenue, Rock Springs. Father Tom Sheridan officiated. Interment was in the Rock Springs Municipal Cemetery. --- Green River Star, Mar 30, 2005 Evelyn Rose Delbridge Evelyn Rose Delbridge, Rock Springs, passed away on March 21 at the Sage View Care Center. A lifelong resident of Rock Springs, she died following a lengthy illness. She was born on Jan. 31, 1915, in Rock Springs, the daughter of the late Edward and Mary Margaret Flannigan Delaney. She attended schools in Rock Springs and was a graduate of Rock Springs High School's class of 1933. She also attended and graduated from the Wyoming Nurses Training School. She married H. Leo Delbridge in Rock Springs on Nov. 25, 1937, and he preceded her in death on April 19, 1997. She was the co-owner operator of Leo's Jewelry Store for 55 years and retired on Dec. 31, 1992. She was a member of the Holy Spirit Catholic community. Survivors include one son, Edward Delbridge and wife Debbie of Rock Springs; one daughter, Laurie Hall and husband Ron of Rock Springs; one brother, Monsignor William Delaney of Cheyenne; two sisters, Margaret Kilpatrick and Agnes Mouer of Scottsdale, Ariz.; six grandchildren, Amy Dow, Heather Marsh, Tricia Cloyd, Mandi Delbridge, Samuel Delbridge and Caitlin Delbridge; six great-grandchildren, Alec Dow, Abby Dow, Chandler Marsh, Kaden Marsh and Delaney Lew; one step-grandson Tyler Cloyd; several nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents, husband, two sisters and one infant brother. A mass of Christian burial was celebrated March 29 at the Our Lady of Sorrows Catholic, 116 Broadway Ave., Rock Springs. Monsignor William Delaney officiated. Interment was in the Paul J. Wataha Memorial Park Cemetery. --- Green River Star, Mar 30, 2005 Galen T. VanValkenburg Galen T. VanValkenburg, 81, Rock Springs, passed away on March 21 at the Sage View Care Center. A resident of Rock Springs since 1973 and former resident of Oregon, VanValkenburg died following a lengthy illness. He was born on Nov. 4, 1923, in Rock Springs, the son of Galen and Florence Reese VanValkenburg. He attended schools in Rock Springs. He married Winifred Pitchford in Rock Springs, on Oct. 19, 1946. He was a United States Navy veteran of World War II. He was employed by the Blacksmith Boilermakers Union and worked as a welder for 20 years, retiring in 1987. He was a member of the First Congregational Church, Young at Heart Senior Citizen's Center, lifetime member of the Veteran's of Foreign Wars, Young at Heart Senior Rhythm Band and Local 182 Blacksmith Boilermaker Union. Survivors include his wife, Wini VanValkenburg of Rock Springs; two sons, Paul VanValkenburg and wife Darlene and Terry Lynn VanValkenburg and wife Sandy, all of Green River; three brothers, Albert VanValkenburg of West Allis, Wis., Robert VanValkenburg of Rock Springs, and Howard VanValkenburg and wife Jean of Rock Springs; two sisters, Jane Ann VanValkenburg of Ogden, Utah, and Mary Koritnik and husband Joe of Cheyenne; three grandchildren, Kim Goins, Corey VanValkenburg and Steve VanValkenburg; three great-grandchildren, Dwayne Andrew, Amanda Andrew and Devon VanValkenburg; several cousins, nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents and one sister and brother-in-law, Eva Tolar and husband Bill. Funeral services were conducted on March 28 at the First Congregational Church, 1275 Adams Avenue, Rock Springs. Reverend Harvey Joyner conducted the services. Military graveside services and interment were conducted by the American Legion Archie Hay Post #24 at the Mountain View Section of the Rock Springs Municipal Cemetery. The family of Galen T. VanValkenburg respectfully suggests that donations in his memory be made to the Young At Heart Senior Citizen's Center, 538 Pilot Butte Avenue, Rock Springs, Wyoming 82901 or the charity of your choice. --- Rock Springs Daily Rocket-Miner, Apr 2, 2005 ZINNA RAE ENO Funeral services for Zinna Rae Eno were at 2 p.m. Friday, April 1, 2005, at Fox Funeral Home in Rock Springs. Interment took place at Rock Springs Municipal Cemetery. Pallbearers were Byron Corman, Dave Gillespie, Doyle Wittaker, Daryl Van Vleet, Jim Van Antwerp and Ron Jennings. Mrs. Eno, 35, of Rock Springs, died Sunday, March 27, 2005, at the Presbyterian-St. Luke’s Hospital in Denver. She was born Aug. 25, 1969 in Rock Springs, the daughter of Frank A. and Margaret G. Evans Rolich. She attended schools in Rock Springs. She married Aaron J. Patchett on July 2, 1988 in Cheyenne. They were later divorced. She then married Gary Eagle and was later divorced. She then married Steve Eno. Her interests included the computer, arts and crafts and wolves. Survivors include her parents, Frank and Marge Rolich of Rock Springs; ons son, Damon Patchett of Elko, Nev.; one daughter, Caycia Patchett of Elko; one sister, Zanni Van Antwerp and husband Jim of Henderson, Nev.; one brother, Reef K. Roich and wife Kelly of Rock Springs; fiancé, Byron Corman of Rock Springs; and several aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her grandparents. --- Rock Springs Daily Rocket-Miner, Apr 2, 2005 CANELLIA “CORNEY” ELLEN MAINES Funeral services for Canellia “Corney” Ellen Maines were conducted at 2 p.m. Monday, March 28, 2005, at the Green River Church of Christ in Green River. The Rev. Billy Morris conducted the services. Interment was in the Riverview Cemetery. Pallbearers were Chuck Blowers, Archie Thomas, Michael Maiens, Preston Irons, Douglas Irons and Tom Crofutt. Mrs. Maines, 72, of 595 Clark St., Green River, died on Tuesday, March 22, 2005, at her home. A longtime resident of Green River and former resident of Roswell, N.M., Mrs. Maines had been in ill health for the past three years. She was born on March 26, 1932 in Roswell, the daughter of Otho Bentley Rawdon and Juanita Dresser. Mrs. Maines attended schools in Roswell and was a graduate of the Roswell High School with the class of 1950. She married William Harold Maines in Cloudcroft, N.M., on Dec. 1, 1951. Mrs. Maines was employed as a bookkeeper for 40 years and retired in 1989. Her interests included spending time with her family, especially her grandchildren, crocheting, crafts and gardening. Survivors include her husband, William Harold Maines of Green River; one son, William Harold “Buddy” Maines Jr. of Green River; three daughters, Marilyn Thomas of Green River, Melanie Blowers and husband John of Arlington, Wash., and Linda Hott and husband Shane of Cheyenne; one brother, Jerry Rawdon of Roswell; 10 grandchildren, Susan Crofutt, Archie Thomas, Charles Blowers, Christy Davison, Kimberly Maines, Michael Maines, Preston Irons, Douglas Irons, Crystal Irons and Shaley Hott; six great-grandchildren, Brett Crofutt, Kasey Crofutt, Casper Blowers, Eric Davison, Ian Davison and Gabriel Maines; and several nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents; and son-in-law, Michael Reese Thomas. --- Rock Springs Daily Rocket-Miner, Apr 4, 2005 Ezquiel “Zeke” Rodriguez Ezquiel “Zeke” Rodriguez, 40, of 1556 Ninth St., Rock Springs, died on Thursday, March 31, 2005, at Sage View Care Center in Rock Springs. A resident of Rock Springs for the past 12 years and former resident of Mountain View, Rodriguez died following a brief illness. He was born on June 8, 1964, in Espanola, N.M., the son of Nick and Florida Rodriguez Sr. Rodriguez attended schools in Santa Fe. He was employed as a pipefitter for several oil companies. His interests included camping and painting ceramics. He was an avid sportsman. He was a member of the Roman Catholic Church. Survivors include his mother, Florida Miera and husband Edward of Rock Springs; one son, Patrick Rodriguez of Heber, Utah; one daughter, Rachael Ann Rodriguez of Heber; two stepdaughters, Brigette Davis of Rock Springs and Kelly Davis of Mountain View; five brothers, Ivan Rodriguez and Michael Rodriguez, both of Las Vegas, Alfonso Rodriguez of Rock Springs, Nick Rodriguez of Denver and Lucas Rodriguez of Rock Springs; three sisters, Terri Schrage of Rock Springs, Gail Rodriguez of Espanola, N.M., and Audra Watts of Green River; his paternal grandfather, Sebedio Rodriguez of Penasco, N.M.; and several aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his father and one sister, Barbara Jean Rodriguez. A Mass of Christian burial will be celebrated at 10 a.m. Monday, April 4, 2005, at the SS. Cyril and Methodius Catholic Church, 633 Bridger Ave., Rock Springs. The Rev. Killian Muli will officiate. A parish rosary will be recited at 7:30 p.m. Sunday, April 3, 2005, at the church. Interment will be in the Rest Haven Memorial Gardens Cemetery. Friends may call at the church on Sunday from 4-8 p.m. and again Monday at the church until time of services. --- Green River Star, Apr 6, 2005 Anton “Dutch” Gruber Anton "Dutch" Gruber, 94, Granite Bay, Calif., passed away on March 3 at the Sutter Roseville Medical Center in Roseville, Calif. He was born on Jan. 13, 1911, in Lehigh, Okla., the son of the late Jacob and Annie Peters Gruber. He attended schools in Lehigh, Okla. He married Olga Abram on Feb. 23, 1937, and she preceded him in death on Dec. 23, 2002. He was employed for 46 years by the Union Pacific Coal Company as a miner and also employed by Bechtel as a carpenter and retired on Jan. 5, 1972. He was a member of Divine Savior Catholic Church in Orangevale, Calif., Fraternal Order of Eagles and B.P.O. Elks. Survivors include one son, Rudy Gruber and wife Kathleen of Granite Bay, Calif.; one brother, Jack Gruber of Sacramento, Calif.; two sisters, Mona Sellman of Sacramento, and Florence Coziah of Torrance, Calif.; three grandchildren, Karie Williams, Richard Gruber and Diane Gruber; three great-grandchildren, Kaitlynn, Matthew and Andrew Gruber. His parents, his wife, brothers Philip and John and one sister, Clara, preceded him in death. A mass of Christian burial will be celebrated at 10 a.m. April 9 at the Our Lady of Sorrows Catholic Church, 116 Broadway Ave., Rock Springs. A Parish Rosary will be recited at 7:30 p.m. Friday at the Vase Chapel, 154 Elk Street, Rock Springs. Father John Savio will officiate. Interment will be in the St. Josephs Section of the Rock Springs Municipal Cemetery. --- Green River Star, Apr 6, 2005 F. Floyd Bassani F. Floyd Bassani, 82, Rock Springs, passed peacefully away on March 19 at his home. A longtime resident of Rock Springs and former resident of Williamson, Iowa, he had been in ill health for the past several months. He was born on Feb. 9, 1923, in Wanlock, Iowa, the son of the late Antonio and Tecla Bassani. He attended schools in Williamson, Iowa, and Rock Springs, and was a graduate of the Rock Springs High School with the class of 1941. He also attended and graduated with honors from the University of Wyoming obtaining a bachelor of science degree in electrical engineering. He married Nellie Mary Angeli at Saints Cyril and Methodius Catholic Church in Rock Springs on Aug. 23, 1952. He was employed by Questar Pipeline for 40 years and retired Jan. 29, 1988. He was a member of the Holy Spirit Catholic Community, lifetime member of Knights of Columbus, lifetime member of Institute of Electrical and Electronic Engineers, lifetime member of the Sigma-Tau-Fraternity, Phi-Kappa-Phi Fraternity, Catholic Golden Age, Trentini of Wyoming and Young at Heart Senior Citizen's Center. Survivors include his wife, Nellie Bassani of Rock Springs; three sons, Anthony Bassani and Richard Bassani, both of Rock Springs, and Raymond Bassani and wife Robin of Salt Lake City; one daughter, Patricia Skrdlant and husband Todd of Colorado Springs, Colo.; three grandchildren, Derek Skrdlant and Brian "My Little Rascal" Skrdlant, both of Colorado Springs, and Connor Bassani of Salt Lake City; sister-in-law Pierena Pearson of Rock Springs; three nieces, Judi Bassani, Elaine Bassani and Mary Lou Gladson: three step-grandchildren, Lisa, Brandi, and Brad Dunlap of Salt Lake City. He was preceded in death by his parents and one brother, Merico Bassani. A mass of Christian burial was celebrated at the Saints Cyril and Methodius Catholic Church, 633 Bridger Avenue, Rock Springs. Father John Savio officiated. Interment was in the Paul J. Wataha Memorial Park Section of the Rock Springs Municipal Cemetery. The family of F. Floyd Bassani respectfully suggests that donations in his memory be made to Hospice of Sweetwater County, 809 Thompson Street, Suite D, Rock Springs, Wyoming 82901 or Holy Spirit Catholic Church, P.O. Box 6038, Rock Springs, Wyoming 82901. --- Rock Springs Daily Rocket-Miner, Apr 7, 2005 Eileen Ruth Watkins Eileen Ruth Watkins, 65, of 1409 Kimberly Ave., Rock Springs, died Wednesday, April 6, 2005, at the Memorial Hospital of Sweetwater County in Rock Springs, where she had been a patient for the past five days. A longtime resident of Rock Springs and former resident of Point of Rocks, Mrs. Watkins died following a sudden illness. She was born on Aug. 22, 1939, in Elk River, Minn., the daughter of Owen Estone and Ruth C. Butler Shroyer. Mrs. Watkins attended schools in Denton, Mont., and graduated from Denton High School with the class of 1957. She received an associates degree from LaSalle University in Chicago. She married Clinton Joseph Watkins in Belt, Mont., on Sept. 20, 1959, and he preceded her in death on Sept. 27, 1991. Mrs. Watkins was employed as an office manager for Windwalker Industrial Vacuum Services in Rock Springs until her retirement Jan. 31, 2004. She was currently working part-time for the Post Office Contract Station. She was a member of the Methodist Church and the Democratic Womens Club. Mrs. Watkins interests included the outdoors and studying the history of Sweetwater County. She was active in politics and was past chairman of Sweetwater County Democratic Party and a Democratic Precinct committeewoman. Survivors include one son, Rodney C. Watkins and wife Laurie of Rock Springs; one daughter, Traci D. Watkins of Rock Springs; one brother, Kedrick D. Shroyer of Espanola, N.M.; one sister, Tia D. Farmer of Laramie; one grandchild, Thaen C. Watkins of Rock Springs; three nephews, Rodney Farmer of Guernsey, Derek Farmer and fiance Kate Kaltenheuser of Laramie, and Jeff Shroyer and wife Katrina of Denver; four nieces, Ria Wicker and husband Thomas of Denver, Tawnya Walsh of Laramie, Kealie Shroyer of Denver, and Sheila Sherwood and husband Mike of Carlton, Texas; and four aunts, two uncles and numerous cousins. She was preceded in death by her husband; parents; and sister-in-law, Wanda Shroyer. Graveside services and interment will be conducted at 2 p.m. Friday, April 8, 2005, at Rest Haven Memorial Gardens Cemetery, north of Rock Springs. Friends may call Friday from 11 a.m.-1:30 p.m. at the Vase Funeral Chapel, 154 Elk St., Rock Springs. The family of Eileen Ruth Watkins will be receiving relatives and friends at the home of her son, Rodney C. Watkins, 736 N St., Rock Springs. --- Rock Springs Daily Rocket-Miner, Apr 9, 2005 TERRY A. BIGLER Funeral services for Terry A. Bigler were conducted at 11 a.m. Friday, April 8, 2005, at the LDS Stake Center chapel in Green River. Bishop Mark Roberts conducted the services. Interment was in the Riverview Cemetery in Green River. Bigler, 47, of 2415 Pennsylvania Ave., Green River, died on Monday, April 4, 2005 at the Memorial Hospital of Sweetwater County. He had been a lifelong resident of Green River. He was born on June 20, 1957 in Evanston, the son of Kennard and Carol Gruff Bigler. Bigler attended schools in Green River and was a graduate of the Green River High School with the class of 1975. He also received maintenance training at Western Wyoming Community College. He was employed by OCI for 28 years as a mine maintenance mechanic. Bigler was a member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, Green River Car Club and Rolling Green Golf Club. His interests included hunting, golfing and building antique cars and taking them to shows. Survivors include his parents, Kenanrd and Carol Bigler of Green River; one brother, West Bigler and wife Jan of Atlanta, Ga.; one niece, Lauren Bigler; and one nephew, Tyler Bigler, both of Atlanta; and several aunts, uncles and cousins. --- Green River Star, Apr 13, 2005 Consuelo “Concha” Maes Consuelo "Concha" Maes, 75, Superior, passed away on Friday at her home. A longtime Superior resident and former resident of Canjilon, N.M., Maes had been in ill health for the past 10 years. She was born on March 30, 1930, in Canjilon, N.M., the daughter of Frank and Adela Trujillo. She married Jose De Jesus Maes on June 4, 1949, in Tierra Maria, N.M. Maes was a member of the Grace Baptist Church. Survivors include her husband Jose De Jesus Maes of Superior; six sons, Jerry Maes and wife Virginia of Superior, Frank Maes and wife Tracy of Rock Springs, Robert Maes and wife Micki of Boise, Idaho, Ray Maes and Rick Maes, both of St. Louis, and Joe Maes of Superior; five daughters, JoJo Robert and husband Kirk, Bert McCune and husband Tom, Theressa Wolf and husband Myron, Carmen O'Brien and husband Pat and Michaelene Ekker and husband Cameron, all of Superior; 24 grandchildren; 12 great-grandchildren; several aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents and one daughter, Sandra Adams. Funeral services are pending. The family of Consuelo "Concha" Maes respectfully suggests that donations in her memory be made to Hospice of Sweetwater County, 900 Thompson Street Suite D, Rock Springs 82901. --- Fox Funeral Home, Apr 13, 2005 Mary “Baba” Welsh Mary “Baba” Welsh, 88, of Rock Springs died Tuesday, April 12, 2005 at Memorial Hospital of Sweetwater County after a short illness. Mary was born July 4, 1916 in Rock Springs the daughter of Rade and Matilda Krpan Skorup. She attended schools in Rock Springs. She married Henry “Pinkie” Welsh in 1934 in Manila, Utah. He preceded her in death. She was employed as a cook and manager at Grubs Drive Inn for forty-six years until her retirement in 1992. She was a member of the Catholic Church. She was also a member of the Croation Fraternal Union. Her interest included cooking for “everybody”, her family, and reminiscing about old times with her many friends. Survivors include two sons, Bill Welsh and wife Jimmie of Green River, Dick Welsh of Rock Springs; one daughter, Connie Sains of Rock Springs; one sister, Eva Wolf , sister-in-law, Mary Ellen Morris both of Rock Springs; thirteen grandchildren, Shauna Thornhill of Pinedale, Rob, Rick, and Ron Sains of Rock Springs, Shellie Kinnear, Laurie McCully both of Rock Springs, Lisa Talbatt of Casper, Mike Welsh of Rock Springs, Karla Bena of Omaha, Nebraska, Janelle Rose of Laramie, Stacy Welsh, Eilzabeth Welsh and Van Welsh all of Rock Springs; 19 great-grandchildren; serveral nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her husband Henry “Pinkie” Welsh; parents, Rade and Matilda Skorup; sisters, Mada, Anne, Manda, Kay, Rose, Helen, and Alice; brothers, Mike and Nick “Grub”; and son-in-law, Robert Sains. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 1:00 p.m. Saturday, April 16, 2005 at St. Cyril & Methodius Catholic Church, 633 Bridger Ave, Rock Springs, where a Holy Rosary will be recited at 7:00 p.m. Friday, April 15, 2005. Friends may call 12-5pm Friday, April 15, 2005 at Fox Funeral Home, 2800 Commercial Way, Rock Springs. Interment will take place at the Rock Springs Municipal Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Stacey Welsh, Van Welsh, Mike Welsh, Rob Sains, Rick Sains, and Ron Sains. --- Rock Springs Daily Rocket-Miner, Apr 13, 2005 Frank S. Virden Frank S. Virden, 53, of Rock Springs, died Saturday, April 9, 2005, at LDS Hospital in Salt Lake City after a short illness. He was born Dec. 15, 1951, in Denver, the son of Ira Slats and Ruth Arline Adams Virden. He attended schools in McCoy and Oak Creek, Colo., and graduated from Soroco High School with the class of 1969. He married his childhood sweetheart, Nancy Lynn Holt, on Dec. 19, 1971, in McCoy, Colo. In 1977, he and his wife moved to Rock Springs and in 1985 they started their own company, Franks Construction, and has been active in the oil fields ever since. He was a member of the Masons and the Elks. His interests included fishing, hunting, boating, flying, trap shooting, the outdoors and wildlife. Survivors include his wife, Nancy Virden of Rock Springs; mother-in-law, Betty Holt of Shattuck, Okla.; brother, Jack Virden and wife Phyllis of Craig, Colo.; two sisters, Inez Baldwin and husband Russ of Creighton, Neb., and Ruby Forster and husband Frank of McCoy, Colo.; grandmother-in-law, Anna May Matthews of Shattuck, Okla.; numerous cousins, nieces and nephews; and close friend, James R. Goddard of Rock Springs. He was preceded in death by his parents, Slats and Arline Virden; two sisters, Jodine Virden and Dorothy Weldon; father-in-law, Bill Holt; and nephew, Clint Forster. Funeral services will be at 11 a.m. Saturday, April 16, 2005, at Fox Funeral Home, 2800 Commercial Way, Rock Springs. Friends may call from noon-7 p.m. Friday and Saturday until time of services. Interment will take place at Rest Haven Memorial Gardens, Rock Springs. --- Rock Springs Daily Rocket-Miner, Apr 16, 2005 JOHN LEON GARRIS Funeral services for John Leon Garris wee at 1 p.m. Saturday, April 9, 2005 at Fox Funeral Home in Rock Springs. Garris, 56, of Superior, died April 2, 2005 at his home in Superior of natural causes. Garris was born Dec. 6, 1948 in French Camp, Calif., the son of Clyde Dotson and Panzy Mae Riddle Garris. He attended schools in Tracy, Calif. He married Linda Smith in Reno, Nev. They were late divorced. On Jan. 31, 1985 he married Mille Bravo in Dutch John, Utah. He was a volunteer fireman for the Superior Volunteer Fire Department. His interests included his children, friends at the Pilot Bar, NASCAR, motorbikes, horseshoes, bowling, working on cars and football (Raiders). Survivors include his wife, Mille Bravo Garris of Cheyenne; three sons, Jake Garris of Cheyenne, Joe Garris of Denver, and John Garris Jur. Of Vallejo, Calif.; three daughters, Jonni and Jodene Garris of Vallejo and Tara Garris of Laramie; four brothers, Bob, George, Ed and Ab Garris, all of California; two sisters, Lucille and Joy, both of California; numerous grandchildren of California; nephew, Bobby Garris; and several other nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents; one grandson, Jesse; one brother, Jack; and one sister, Clara. Cremation has taken place. --- Rock Springs Daily Rocket-Miner, Apr 16, 2005 JEAN HORN Graveside funeral services and interment for Jean Horn wee conducted at 10:30 a.m. Friday, April 15, 2005, at Rest Haven Memorial Gardens Cemetery. The Rev. David Heintzleman conducted the services. Pallbearers were David Willet, Eric Harper, Jason Caudill, Jacob Pfeiffer, Richard Platt and Troy Seymour. Mrs. Horn, 89, of 1237 Crown Point, Rock Springs, died at 1:15 p.m. Monday, April 11, 2005 at her home. A lifelong resident of Rock Springs, Mrs. Horn had been in ill health for the past several months. She was born on July 24, 1915, in Rock Springs, the daughter of Andrew and Jane Roberts Hamilton. Mrs. Horn attended schools in Rock Springs and was a graduate of the Rock Springs High School with the class of 1933. She married Thomas J. Horn in Rock Springs on Aug. 16, 1933. He preceded her in death on Jan. 29, 2002. Mrs. Horn was a member of the First Baptist Church in which she was very active and held many offices. Her interests included baking for her family. Survivors include two sons, Harry Horn and wife Marilyn of Rock Springs; and Arnold Horn of Tecumseh, Neb.; eight grandchildren, including Todd Horn and wife Toni of Rock Springs and Kimberly Seymour and husband Troy of Rock Springs; 15 great-grandchildren, including Brittany and Samantha Seymour of Rock Springs; two great-great-grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents; husband; four brothers, Andrew Hamilton, Ambrose Hamilton, Donald Hamilton and Malcolm Hamilton; two sisters, Margaret Clark and Isabell Parks; and one daughter-in-law, Mary Beth Horn. --- Green River Star, Apr 20, 2005 Clementina Costantino Clementina "Clem" Costantino, 82, Rock Springs, passed away at 7:15 p.m. April 2 at the Memorial Hospital of Sweetwater County shortly after being admitted. A longtime resident of Rock Springs, she died following a sudden illness. She was born on Dec. 8, 1922, in Clinton, Ill., the daughter of the late John Battista Maritano and Delcisia Caterina Pinardo. She attended schools in Superior and was a 1940 graduate of Superior High School. She attended and graduated from nursing school at the Wyoming General Hospital. She married Emilio R. Costantino at the Our Lady of Sorrows Catholic Church in Rock Springs on Oct. 8, 1946. She was employed for many years at Sweetwater Memorial Hospital as an obstetrical nurse and also a surgical nurse. For 28 years she was employed by Dr. Paul R. Yedinak and retired in 1983. She was a member of the Holy Spirit Catholic Community, Rock Springs Women's Club and Retired Nurses. Survivors include her husband, Emilio R. Costantino of Rock Springs; two sons, John Rocco Costantino and wife Becky, and Paul Emilio Costantino, all of Rock Springs; one daughter, Kathleen Tominc and husband Alan of Rock Springs; three grandchildren, Tracy Tominc of Pullman, Wash., Tina Saxowsky of Atlanta, and Jack Emilio Costantino of Rock Springs; several nieces and nephews; and two sisters-in-law, Angie Costantino and Aldina Costantino, both of Rock Springs. She was preceded in death by her parents and one sister, Evelyn Theobald. A mass of Christian burial was celebrated April 6 at the Our Lady of Sorrows Catholic Church, 116 Broadway Ave., Rock Springs. Interment was in the Saint Joseph's section of the Rock Springs Municipal Cemetery. The family of Clementina Costantino respectfully suggests donations in her memory be made to Holy Spirit Catholic Community, P.O. Box 6038, Rock Springs, Wyo., or the charity of your choice. --- Green River Star, Apr 20, 2005 Nay Vesco A Mass of Christian Burial for Nay Vesco, 89, will be celebrated at 10 a.m. Tuesday at Cyril Methodius Catholic Church with Father Killian Muli officiating. A Rosary will be recited at 7 p.m. today at the Vase Chapel. Visitation will be until 8 p.m. today and until the time of the service Tuesday. A military graveside service and interment will be conducted by the American Legion Archie Hay Post No. 24 in Rock Springs Municipal Cemetery. He died Thursday, April 14, 2005, in Wendover, Nev., after a sudden illness. Born March 7, 1916, to Rudolph and Mary Paterno Vesco in Superior, he attended schools in Hudson. He married Alma Arnoldi in Green River on July 29, 1939, and she preceded him in death May 24, 1982. He married Beulah Mae Wampler Ray on July 23, 1983, in Las Vegas. He was a U.S. Army veteran of World War II, and was employed by FMC as a mechanic for 25 years until he retired. He was a member of the Catholic community. He enjoyed bowling, fishing, hunting and woodworking, and was a member of the Veterans of Foreign Wars and the American Legion. Survivors include his wife, one son Robert Vesco of Rock Springs; three stepsons, John H. Ray and his wife of Rock Springs, Lonnie Ray and his wife of Lawrence, Kan., and Jerry Ray of Rock Springs; three daughters, Nadine Vesco of Rock Springs, Mary Lou Horn and her husband of Salem, Ore., and Kathy Rice and her husband of Valley Center, Calif.; one stepdaughter Angela Ackerman of Rock Springs; one sister Dora Boone of Lander; 11 grandchildren; and 12 great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents; three brothers Rudy, Livio and Bruno; and three sisters, Fanny, Violet and Edith. --- Rock Springs Daily Rocket-Miner, Apr 23, 2005 ROBERT JAMES McCARRIE Funeral services for Robert James McCarrie were conducted at 11 a.m. Thursday, April 21, 2005, at the LDS Third Ward Chapel in Green River. Interment was at the Riverview Cemetery. McCarrie, 53, of 265 S. Fifth E. No. 18, Green River, died Saturday, April 16, 2005, at the Memorial Hospital of Sweetwater County in Rock Springs. He was a longtime resident of Green River. He was born on Aug. 9, 1951 in Salt Lake City, the son of Robert Felix McCarrie and Alice Claire Cameron. McCarrie attended schools in Price, Utah. He also attended a trade school for plumbing. McCarrie married Darlene Pacheco on March 2, 1973. His interests included fishing, camping and riding motorcycles. He was an avid outdoorsman. McCarrie was a member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Survivors include his wife, Darlene McCarrie of Green River; his mother and stepfather, Alice and Glen Thomas of Lyman; one son, Kevin McCarrie of Green River; one daughter, Raquel Newmeyer and husband Daniel of Green River; two brothers, Rodney McCarrie of Green River and Ricky McCarrie of Salt Lake City; one sister, Christine Roberts and husband Glen of San Angelo, Texas; three grandchildren, Dakota McCarrie, Jayde McCarrie and Jakobe Newmeyer; and several aunts, uncles and cousins, nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his father; two grandchildren, Madison Ann and Steven Robert Newmeyer; and two brothers, Russel McCarrie and Randy McCarrie. --- Rock Springs Daily Rocket-Miner, Apr 23, 2005 ART TIRRE PALM DESERT, Calif.—Memorial services for Art Tirre were conducted at 11 a.m. Friday, April 22, 2005, at the Vase Funeral Chapel in Rock Springs. Tirre, 66, died on April 14, 2005, in Palm Desert, Calif., at Manorcare Health Facility. His health condition had been deteriorating significantly over the last six months of his life. Tirre was born to Art and Evelyn Tirre in Ogden, Utah, on Feb. 18, 1939. He spent the majority of his childhood and engulf in Rock Springs. When he graduated from high school in 1957, he returned to Southern California in the Los Angeles area. He worked in various types of sales jobs and then went into the bar business. He also served in the military in Germany. While in Los Angeles, he would help organize golf tournaments and golf trips with associates in the Palm Springs area. In the 1980s he relocated to the “desert” full time residing in Palm Desert, Indio and final La Quinta, Calif. While in the “desert,” he operated a pool maintenance business up until his death. He enjoyed playing golf and was a sports enthusiast. He really enjoyed going back to Rock Springs and seeing old acquaintances at the various class reunions throughout the years. Tirre was married twice but later divorced. Survivors include one brother, Al Tirre and wife Carol; one aunt, Jeanette Partington; and several cousins, two nieces and their children. He was preceded in death by his parents. Cremation has taken place. --- Casper Star Tribune, Apr 25, 2005 Donald Earl Garrey A mass of Christian burial will be celebrated for Donald Earl Garrey, 73, at 10:30 a.m. Wednesday at the Saints Cyril and Methodius Catholic Church with Father Killian Muli officiating. A parish rosary will be recited at 7 p.m. Tuesday at the Vase Funeral Chapel. Visitation will be at the Vase Funeral Chapel from Tuesday afternoon until 8 p.m., and Wednesday until the services. Interment will be in the Paul J. Wataha Memorial Park section of the Rock Springs Municipal Cemetery. He died Thursday, April 21, 2005, at his home. He had been in ill health for the past year. Born Feb. 15, 1932, to Thomas E. and Nadine C. Garrey in Lake Preston, S.D., he attended schools in South Dakota and graduated from DeSmet High School. On Oct. 22, 1955, he married Patricia J. Mills in Rapid City, S.D. He was a veteran of the U.S. Army. He was employed at Halliburton Oil Services as a cementer for 19 years, and worked at the Bridger Coal Co., for 22 years as a miner. He retired in February 1997. He was a member of the Holy Spirit Catholic Community, Good Sam's Club, Knights of Columbus, and the International Order of the Odd Fellows. His interests included camping and wood working, and he was a scout leader for the Boy Scouts of America for more than 40 years. Survivors include his wife; three sons, Thomas V. Garrey of Rock Springs, Kenneth W. Garrey of Las Vegas, and Norman D. Garrey of Rock Springs; one daughter, Barbara Hodgson of Sheridan; three sisters, Joyce Borgstadt of DeSmet, Shirley Larson of Madison, S.D., and Marilynn Pomerleau of Fridlay, Minn.; 10 grandchildren; four great-grandchildren; and several cousins, nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents. Memorials may be made to Hospice of Sweetwater County, 809 Thompson St., Suite D, Rock Springs, WY; or Cowboys Against Cancer, P.O. Box 103, Green River, WY 82935, in care of Margaret Parry. --- Green River Star, Apr 28, 2005 Bill Skinner Bill Skinner, 62, passed away April 12 at home in LaBarge. He was born on Feb. 1, 1943 in Mesa, AZ. Bill had two pairs of loving parents, Bartley and Rose Skinner, and Onita and Merrill Farnsworth. He married Trudy Seneshale on December 30, 1969. Bill's passions were automobiles and adventures and his life was filled with both. He is survived by his wife Trudy of LaBarge, daughters Morgan Morris and Adriane Skinner of Evanston; his mother, Rose Skinner of Pinedale; one brother, Jay Farnsworth of Mesa, Ariz.; one sister, Marlina LeSueur of Gilbert, Ariz.; and several aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, and cousins. He was preceeded in death by his parents, Bartley Skinner, and Onita and Merrill Farnsworth. A memorial service will be held at the LDS church in LaBarge, Wyoming on April 23 at 1 p.m. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Michael J. Fox Foundation for Parkinson's Researchor the American Diabetes Association. --- Green River Star, Apr 28, 2005 Chance LeStat “Popeye Bubba” Merritt Chance LeStat "Popeye Bubba" Merritt, nine months old of Rock Springs, died April 18, 2005 at Memorial Hospital of Sweetwater County. He was born July 14, 2004 in Rock Springs, the son of Earl J. and Norma C. Maldonado Merritt. His interests were playing with his older brother and trying to learn how to walk. Survivors include his parents, Earl and Norma; one brother Sage J. Merritt, all of Rock Springs; maternal grandparents, Antonio Maldonado of Jamestown, and Eustaquio and Carol Uriarte of Green River; paternal grandparents, Manuel A. and Dolores Pat Moreno; paternal great-grandmother Thelma Underwood, all of Reliance; maternal great-grandparents, Antonio and Aurora Benivedes Maldonado of Eagle Pass, Texas; six aunts, Alena Harper of Rock Springs, Elba Maldonado of Tucson, Ariz., Yolanda Gomez of San Diego, Nikita Dunn of Green River, special aunt, Senorina Moreno of Rock Springs, Elisa A. Rangel of Vista, Calif.; four uncles, Manuel J. Moreno of Reliance, Gavin Maldonado of Fort Collins, Colo., Alejandro Maldonado of Green River, Filiberto Benitez of Rock Springs; and several cousins and special friends, Louis and Shannon Gomez. He was preceded in death by his maternal great-grandparents, Jose and Lisa Nunez and paternal great-grandfather, Earl J. Underwood. Funeral services were Monday at the Vase Funeral Chapel. Interment will be in Baby Land Section at the Rock Springs Municipal Cemetery. --- Green River Star, Apr 28, 2005 Gusto C. Lenzi Gusto C. Lenzi, 95, of 1636 North 560 West, West Bountiful, Utah, died April 15, at the Orchard Cove Care Center in Bountiful. A resident of Bountiful, Utah for the past two years and former longtime resident of Rock Springs and Superior, Mr. Lenzi had been in ill health for the past several years. He was born on July 7, 1909, in Superior, the son of the late Charles and Viola Rega Lenzi. Lenzi attended schools in Superior, Wyoming and was a graduate of the Superior High School with the class of 1927. He married Lena Perner in Evanston, Wyoming on January 16, 1941 and she preceded him in death on September 14, 1996. Lenzi was employed as a Coal Miner for the U.P. Coal Company in Superior for many years and when the Superior Mines closed, he went to work in the Quealey Mines. After retiring from mining, Lenzi worked at Rife's Ranch as a Ranch Hand for many years. He was a member of the Roman Catholic Church. Survivors include one step-daughter Eileen Clyde of West Bountiful, Utah; one sister Ida Cassari of California; three step-grandchildren Kenneth Clyde, Cindy Jones and Frank Sellers; several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents, wife and three brothers Henry, Serafino, Edward and Albert. Funeral Services were April 20, Vase Funeral Chapel. Interment was in the St. Joseph's Section of the Rock Springs Municipal Cemetery. --- Green River Star, Apr 28, 2005 Gary R. Diehl Gary R. Diehl, 67, of Rock Springs, died April 20, at his home. A longtime resident of Rock Springs, and former resident of Rancho Cucamonga, Calif., Diehl passed away following a lengthy illness. He was born May 3, 1937, in Denver, Colo., the son of the late Amos F. Diehl and Elizabeth P. Kruse. Diehl attended schools in Rock Springs, and was a graduate of Rock Springs High School with the Class of 1955. He married Jean Ann Samsa in Las Vegas, Nev., in June of 1976 and she preceded him in death 10 years ago. Diehl served in the U.S. Army during peace time. He was a design engineer in the defense industry for General Dynamics for 32 years until his retirement in 1993. His interests included model airplanes, ham radios, computers and spending time with his dogs. Survivors include two brothers, Bob Diehl and wife Dona of Pinedale, Ev Diehl and wife Susan of Cody; two sisters, Marilyn Howard of Kingman, Ariz., and Susan Diehl Corhn and husband Dewey of Rock Springs; and numerous nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his wife, parents and numerous aunts and uncles. Cremation will take place at the Vase White Mountain Crematory. His wishes were to have no services. The family of Gary R. Diehl respectfully suggests that donations in his memory be made to Hospice of Sweetwater County, 809 Thompson Street Suite D, Rock Springs. --- Casper Star Tribune, Apr 28, 2005 Walter H. “Mort” Mortimer Funeral services for Green River resident Walter H. "Mort" Mortimer, 56, will be conducted at 11 a.m. today, April 28, in Fraternal Order of Eagles Lodge No. 2350 of Green River. Cremation will follow in Vase White Mountain Crematory of Rock Springs. Visitation will be from 10:30 a.m. until service-time at the lodge. He died April 24, 2005, at LDS Hospital in Salt Lake City, where he had been a patient for two weeks, following several years of ill health. Born Jan. 3, 1949, in Quantico, Va., he was the son of Evelyn M. and Walter F. Mortimer; attended and graduated from high school in Kailua, Hawaii; and attended heavy-equipment school in Pocatello, Idaho. On Jan. 6, 1976, he married Deborah Bucho in Green River. He served in the U.S. Marine Corps in the Vietnam War. A resident of Green River for the last 30 years, he was a mechanic at O.C.I. for that time and was on the mine's rescue team. His interests included coaching baseball and softball. Survivors include his wife of 29 years of Green River; his mother of Kodiak, Alaska; three sons, Walter Mortimer of Kodiak and Corey and Jon Mortimer of Green River; daughter, Tricia Mortimer of Green River; sister, Nancy Holcomb of Norfolk, Va.; and two nephews. He was preceded in death by his father and a son, Matthew. --- Rock Springs Daily Rocket-Miner, Apr 30, 2005 LOHRINE M. DePOYSTER Lohrine M. DePoyster, 85, of 1700 Swanson Drive No. 190, Rock Springs, died at home April 1, 2005. A resident of Rock Springs for the past eight years and former resident of Green River and Bellevue, Neb., Mrs. DePoyster died following an illness of one year. She was born on Aug. 3, 1919, in Kramer, Neb., the daughter of Fred and Margaret Schernikau. Mrs. DePoyster attended schools in Crete, Neb., and graduated from the Crete High School with the class of 1937. She married Lewis E. DePoyster in Lincoln, Neb., in 1941 and he preceded her in death in 1989. Her interests included camping, painting, sewing, playing cards, traveling and spending time with her family and her cats. Survivors include one son, Jerry DePoyster and wife JoLynn of Rock Springs; two daughters, Margaret Perry and husband Harold of Rock Springs, and Linda Anderson and husband Roger of Lincoln, Neb.; eight grandchildren, Emmy, Stacy, Gina, Lewis, Jill, Tara, Donald and Andi; 11 great-grandchildren, Amanda, Kristina, Shelby, Dakota, Joshua, Lane, Tristan, Jordan, Kate, Mandy and Norah; one great-great-grandchild, Bailey; and one nephew, Fred Weidner. She was preceded in death by her parents, husband and sister. Cremation has taken place. A memorial service will be scheduled when the lilacs bloom. --- Funeral services for Green River resident Walter H. "Mort" Mortimer were conducted Apr 28, in Fraternal Order of Eagles Lodge No. 2350 of Green River. Cremation followed in Vase White Mountain Crematory of Rock Springs. He died Apr 24, 2005, at LDS Hospital in Salt Lake City, where he had been a patient for two weeks, following several years of ill health. Born Jan 3, 1949, in Quantico, VA, he was the son of Evelyn M. and Walter F. Mortimer; attended and graduated from high school in Kailua, Hawaii; and attended heavy-equipment school in Pocatello, Idaho. On Jan 6, 1976, he married Deborah Bucho in Green River. He served in the U.S. Marine Corps in the Vietnam War. A resident of Green River for the last 30 years, he was a mechanic at O.C.I. for that time and was on the mine's rescue team. His interests included coaching baseball and softball. Survivors include his wife of 29 years of Green River; his mother of Kodiak, Alaska; three sons, Walter Mortimer of Kodiak and Corey and Jon Mortimer of Green River; daughter, Tricia Mortimer of Green River; sister, Nancy Holcomb of Norfolk, VA; and two nephews. He was preceded in death by his father and a son, Matthew. --- Casper Star Tribune, May 3, 2005 Afton McMillan Funeral services for Rock Springs resident Afton McMillan, 81, will be conducted at 2 p.m. Friday, March 4, at Fox Funeral Home of Rock Springs by Bishop Blaine Johnson. Entombment will be in Rock Springs Municipal Cemetery. Visitation will be from 6 to 8 p.m. today, March 3; and one hour prior to service-time on Friday. The family will receive friends at the family home, 1023 Marchant, Rock Springs. She died Feb. 28, 2005, at Memorial Hospital of Sweetwater County in Rock Springs, after a short illness. Born July 25, 1923, in Ogden, Utah, she was the daughter of George and Mattie (Whittaker) Baxter; attended schools in Reliance; and graduated from Reliance High School in 1941. She then went to Warm Springs, Ga., and spent three years at the polio clinic there; undergoing ankle surgery and having the opportunity to have Christmas dinner with President Franklin Delano Roosevelt. During World War II, she was a fingerprinter at Hill Field, near Ogden. On Sept. 11, 1947, she married Ronald McMillan. Employed as a clerk at Sears, she retired after 15 years of service. She was a member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, several local women's clubs, the Eagles Auxiliary and Veterans of Foreign Wars; and enjoyed spending summers in Pinedale with her family and friends. Survivors include her husband of 57 years and son, Dennis McMillan, and his companion of Rock Springs; and a brother-in-law. She was preceded in death by her parents and a sister, Louis. --- Green River Star, May 4, 2005 Katherine M. James Katherine M. James, 77, Rock Springs, passed away on April 29 at Sage View Care Center, where she had been a resident for the past seven years. A longtime resident of Rock Springs and former resident of Winton, she had been in ill health for the past 10 years. She was born on Jan. 14, 1928, in Cumberland, the daughter of the late John and Mary Kobler. She attended schools in Reliance and graduated from the Reliance High School in 1946. She married William James Jr. in Rock Springs on Jan. 5, 1947. She was a member of the Holy Spirit Catholic Community. Survivors include her husband, William James Jr. of Rock Springs; one son, Bill James of Rock Springs; four sisters, Arvella Nisbet of Evergreen, Colo., Agnes Kaumo of Fort Collins, Colo., Margie Sarcletti and Jerry James, both of Rock Springs; seven grandchildren, Kate, Nick, Mary, John, Lacey, Emily and Haleigh; one great-grandchild, Jayleigh James; several cousins, nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents, one son, John James; and several brothers and sisters. A mass of Christian burial was recited May 4 at the Saints Cyril and Methodius Catholic Church, 633 Bridger Avenue, Rock Springs. Father John Savio officiated. Interment was in the St. Joseph's section of the Rock Springs Municipal Cemetery. --- Casper Star Tribune, May 5, 2005 Joseph Francis Feith Jr. ROCK SPRINGS-Joseph Francis Feith Jr., 83, of 1300 New Hampshire St. No. 51, Rock Springs, died on Monday, May 2, 2005, at his home. A longtime resident of Rock Springs and former resident of Green Valley, Ariz., and Grand Junction, Colo., Feith died following a brief illness. He was born on Nov. 5, 1921, in Angus, Iowa, the son of Joseph Francis Feith Sr. and Annie E. Brown. Feith moved to Rock Springs with his parents in 1929 and worked in coal mines with his father at the age of 16. Feith attended schools in Rock Springs. He married Genevieve Roberts in Rock Springs on May 14, 1955, and she preceded him in death on Jan. 26, 1998. Feith was a U.S. Army Air Corps Veteran of World War II. He was an airplane mechanic and electrical specialist and was a recipient of a Bronze Star. Feith returned to Rock Springs following the war and went to work as a sign painter for Sawyer Signs and later was employed by Mountain Fuel in the supply and inventory department retiring in 1983. Feith was a member of the First Baptist Church, American Legion Archie Hay Post No. 24, Young-at-Heart Senior Citizens Center, 359th Fighter Group Association and member and past secretary of Brotherhood of Painters, Decorators and Paper Hangers Union. His interests included flower and vegetable gardening, automobiles, history of World War II, and history of mining and gas fields of Wyoming. Survivors include one son, G. Robert Howard of Salt Lake City; three daughters, Carole Carter and husband David of Rock Springs, Janice Howard of Aurora, Colo., and Virginia Smith and husband Ben of Safford, Ariz.; one brother, Morris J. Feith and wife Donna of Salt Lake City; one sister-in-law, Donna Zanetti of Rock Springs; seven grandchildren; and special friends, Bruno and Marie Bertagnolli and family. He was preceded in death by his parents; wife, Genevieve; and one infant sister, Rose Marie. Funeral services will be conducted at 10 a.m. Thursday, May 5, 2005, at the First Baptist Church, corner of C and Pine streets, Rock Springs. Military graveside services and interment will be conducted at the Rest Haven Memorial Gardens Cemetery by the American Legion Archie Hay Post No. 24. Friends may call Wednesday afternoon and evening until 8 p.m. at the Vase Funeral Chapel, 154 Elk St., Rock Springs and again Thursday morning at the church one hour prior to services. --- Rock Springs Daily Rocket-Miner, May 7, 2005 BELVA LOWELL Funeral services for Belva Lowell were at 10 a.m. Thursday, May 5, 2005, at the Green River LDS Stake Center in Green River. Bishop Wayde Mecham officiated. Interment took place at Riverview Cemetery. Pallbearers were Bobby Covington, Jared Lowell, Lourin Lowell, Javen Lowell, David Capehart and Robin LaCore. Honorary pallbearers were Eldon Price, Wesley Price, Lamar Lowell, Kevin Lowell, Craig Lowell, Von Lowell and Jeffrey Capehart. Mrs. Lowell, 85, of Green River, died Friday, April 29, 2005 at Castle Rock Convalescent Center in Green River after a short illness. She was born May 28, 1919, in Carter, the daughter of Charles Henry and Carrie Kemsley walker. She attended schools in Lyman and graduated from Lyman High School with the class of 1936. On May 18, 1939, she married Lourin Lawrence Lowell in Manila, Utah. He preceded her in death on April 16, 2002. She was a member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. She was also a member of the Eagles and Daughters of Utah Pioneers. Her interests included reading, gardening, camping, traveling, sewing, scrapbooking, games with family, attending Fort Bridger Rendezvous and teaching primary. Survivors include three sons, Lawrence Lowell and wife Carol, Ralph Lowell and wife Belle, and Rex Lowell and wife Lois, all of Green River; three daughters, Ruth McFarland, Alice Capehart, Virginia Price and husband John, all of Green River; one brother, Alfred Walker and wife Donna of Ogden, Utah; one sister, Fay Wadsworth and husband Glen of Lone Tree; 18 grandchildren; 31 great-grandchildren; three great-great-grandchildren; several cousins, nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents, Charles and Carrie Walker; her husband, Lourin Lowell; one son, Vern Lowell; four brothers and four sisters. --- Fox Funeral Home, May 9, 2005 Robbin Halstead Robbin Halstead, 40, of Rock Springs died Sunday, May 8, 2005 at Sage View Care Center, Rock Springs after a lengthy illness. Robbin was born November 20, 1964 in Crow Agency, Montana the daughter of Donald R. Spang and Carolyn Lee Miller Halstead. She was later adopted by Roger Halstead. She attended schools in Sheridan, Wyoming and Rock Springs and graduated from Rock Springs High School with the class of 1983. She was employed as a x-ray aide at Memorial Hospital of Sweetwater County for thirteen years. Her interest include her son, nieces and nephews, riding horses, camping, and fishing. Survivors include her parents Roger and Carolyn Halstead of Rock Springs; one son, Johnathan Neuenshwander of Rock Springs; one uncle, Edward G. Miller of Gillett, Wyoming; three aunts, Evonne Colvin of Rock Springs, Lucille Stillson and husband Kevin of Jackson, Wyoming, and Sandra Holt of Baggs, Wyoming; one sister, Alice I. Wood and husband Charles of Rock Springs; two half sisters, Amanda Spang and Kayla Spang of Colstrip, Montana, and the Spang Family of Lame Deer, Montana; cousins, David Halstead of Rock Springs, Ambrose Floate of Gillette, Wyoming and numerous other cousins; nieces, Karen Wood, Stacy Colvin and Shelby Colvin and numerous other nieces; nephews, Braden Halstead, Jordan Halstead, Cameron Colley and numerous other nephews; special companion, Carl Engstrom. She was preceded in death by her biological father Donald R. Spang, and her grandparents. Cremation has taken place at Fox Crematory. Memorial services will be held at 2:00 p.m. Thursday, May 12, 2005 at Fox Funeral Home, 2800 Commercial Way, Rock Springs. Inurnment will be at the Rock Springs Municipal Cemetery. --- Vernal Express May 11, 2005 Bettye W. Hamm, 83, Rock Springs, Wyo. passed away peacefully on Mother’s Day, Sunday, May 9, 2005 at the home of her son, Brock Thorne in Vernal, Utah after a lengthy illness. Her dear friend, Jay Bullock was at her side. Bettye was born to Charles and Effie West in Salt Lake City, graduated from Weber College, married Jens Thorne and had one son, Brock. Later married Judge Kenneth G. Hamm, who proceeded her in death. She was also proceeded in death by her sister, Margaret Reeve of California. Survivors include her son, Brock Thorne and wife Barbara, two grandchildren, Carrie Hermann, Brian Hermann and his wife, Tracie. She was the organizer of the Western Welcome Service in Wyoming, Utah, and Arizona for 40 years. She was first Club Champion of Rolling Green Country Club, loved to play bridge, enjoyed Women’s Club, and was a member of the Episcopal Church. Upon her request, she will be cremated. The family will provide a memorial get-together at a future date. In lieu of flowers, Bettye requested that you make a donation to Hospice – Allan Day Foundation c/o Applegate, 266 W. 100 No. #2, Vernal, Utah 84078. --- Green River Star, May 11 2005 Cora M. Berta Cora M. Berta, 97, a life long resident of Rock Springs, died May 9 at the Memorial Hospital of Sweetwater County, where she had been a patient for six days. She had been in ill health for the past eight months. She was born Dec. 25, 1907, in Rock Springs, the daughter of the late Mabel Clark and Henry Morris Beveridge. She attended schools in Rock Springs and Pasadena, Calif., and Saint Mary's Academy in Ogden, Utah. She was a graduate of Saint Mary's Academy and Rock Springs High School. She married George T. Berta in Rock Springs on Aug. 24, 1936. Her husband preceded her in death on Sept. 6, 1986. She was a bookkeeper all of her working life, first with J.C. Penney for 10 years, then for her husband's business, The Berta Transfer Company, and finally for City Auto Sales for 19 years. She was a member of the Holy Spirit Catholic Community and attended mass at Our Lady of Sorrows Catholic Church since her marriage. Survivors include a son, Victor Berta, and a daughter, Dorothy Overy; two grandchildren, Natalie and Stewart Miller of Rock Springs, and Nathan Overy of Rock Springs; two great-grandchildren, Marion and Christina Miller of Rock Springs; several nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents; husband; eight brothers, Henry, Jack, Robert, Wallace, Art, Charles, George and infant Beveridge; and three sisters, Lucille, Florence and Gertrude. A mass of Christian burial will be celebrated at 10 a.m. May 14 at the Our Lady of Sorrows Catholic Church, 116 Broadway Ave., Rock Springs. Father Killian Muli will officiate. A parish rosary will be recited at 7 p.m. Friday at the Vase Funeral Chapel 154 Elk Street, Rock Springs. Interment will be in the Paul J. Wataha Memorial Park. Friends may call at the Vase Chapel, Friday afternoon and evening until 8 p.m. and again Saturday at the Vase Chapel until service time. The family of Cora M. Berta respectfully suggests that donations in her memory be made to the Holy Spirit Catholic School, P. O. Box 6038, Rock Springs, Wyoming 82901. --- Rock Springs Daily Rocket-Miner, May 13, 2005 Marino Morey Pierantoni Marino Morey Pierantoni, 89, of 609 Ludvig Ave., Rock Springs died in his sleep on Wednesday, May 11, 2005, at the Memorial Hospital of Sweetwater County. A longtime resident of Rock Springs, Pierantoni died following a brief illness. He was born on Nov. 11, 1915, in Glenco, the son of Angelo and Lucia Pierantoni. His early schooling was in Cumberland and then Superior. He married his high school sweetheart, Sarah Gillilan, on Jan. 14, 1936. The couple lived in Superior where he worked for the U.P. DO Clark Mine for 29 years. When the mine closed, he moved his family to Rock Springs and continued to work at Stauffer C10 for 15 years. He was appointed Wyoming state mine inspector for seven years until his retirement in 1982. His interests included his family, polka dancing One More Time! and all of his friends. He is survived by his wife of 69 years, Sarah Pierantoni; four children, Jerry Pierantoni and wife Judy of Torrington, Sam Pieran-toni, Jim Pierantoni and wife Kathy, all of Rock Springs and Dennis Swanson and wife Sherri of Livermore, Calif.; eight grandchildren, Troy Pierantoni, Kristi Neisen, Justin Pierantoni, Cody Pierantoni, Katie Pierantoni, Emily Pope, Nathan Swanson and Matthew Swanson; and nine great-grandchildren, Jason Pier-antoni, Joshua Pierantoni, Beth Pierantoni, Steven Neisen, Cas-sandra Neisen, Haley Neisen, Kallianne Pierantoni, Camryn Pierantoni and Conner Pieran-toni. He was preceded in death by his parents, two brothers and one sister. Cremation will take place. Memorial services are scheduled for 11 a.m. Tuesday, May 17, 2005, at the First Congregational Church, 1275 Adams Ave., Rock Springs. Inurnment will take place in Rest Haven Memorial Gardens. --- Fox Funeral Home, May 13, 2005 Clair B. Pechacek Clair B. Pechacek “Side Stepper”, 67 of Rock Springs, died Thursday, May 12, 2005 at his home after a lengthy illness. Clair was born May 15, 1937 in Riverfalls, Wisconsin the son of Ben and Hellen Johnson Pechacek. He attended schools in Riverfalls, Wisconsin and graduated from Riverfalls High School. He married Wanda F. Estep on February 14, 1998 in Rock Springs, Wyoming. He served in the Army Reserve for eight years. He was employed at 3M for 13 years. He opened Clair’s Corral Bar for a few years and then the Westwind in Riverfalls, Wisconsin. Later he became an owner operator truck driver for thirty years until his retirement in 2002. He then was employed at Pacific Steel until his illness. He was a member of the Catholic Church. Survivors include his wife Wanda Pechacek of Rock Springs; two sons, Kevin Pechacek and wife Amy, and Craig Pechacek all of Riverfalls Wisconsin; two step-sons, Matt Rogina and wife Marissa of Burnsville, Minnesota, and Sean Davis and wife Mandi of Rock Springs, Wyoming; three daughters, Pam Chinander of Roberts, Wisconsin, Shelly Newell and husband Clive of Las Vegas, Nevada, and Kelly Mitsakos and husband James of Las Vegas, Nevada; three step-daughters, Nona and husband Joseph, Brandie Reynolds and husband Bryan, and Rusti Estep all of Vernal, Utah; one brother, Gordon Pechacek and wife Peg of Amery, Wisconsin; one sister, Jeanette Cobian of Prescott, Wisconsin; thirteen grandchildren; and numerous aunts, uncles, and cousins. He was preceded in death by his parents, Ben and Hellen Pechacek, and one brother, Jimmy Pechacek. Cremation has taken place at Fox Crematory. Memorial services will be held at 1:00 p.m. Monday, May 16, 2005 at Fox Funeral Home, 2800 Commercial Way, Rock Springs, Wyoming. Rev. Killian Muli officiating. Military honors and inurnment will be at the Rock Springs Municipal Cemetery. An additional memorial service will be held at 10:30 a.m. Friday, May 20, 2005 at St. Bridges Catholic Church, Riverfalls, Wisconsin, with visitation one hour prior to the services. A wake will be held 4-8 p.m. Thursday, May 19, 2005, at Cashman Mortuary, Riverfalls, Wisconsin. --- Rock Springs Daily Rocket-Miner, May 14, 2005 GRANT GARRETT HOWELL Grant Garrett Howell, the infant son of Garret and Jane Lovell Howell, died April 26, 2005, at Primary Children’s Hospital in Salt Lake City. The infant was born April 23, 2005, in Rexburg, Idaho. He is survived by his parents; grandparents, John and Janet Howell and Dee and Linda Lovell; great-grandparents, Juanita Hopper and Ed and Margaret Denny; eight cousins; 14 aunts and uncles; and many great-aunts and uncles. He was preceded in death by great-great-grandparents Johnson and Hopper; great-grandfather, Maynard Hopper; great-grandmother Denny; great-aunt Anita Hopper Horn; great-uncle, Dennis Nelson Lovell; and cousin, Kegan Thomas Kurth. Baby Howell was buried in Riverview Cemetery following a graveside service. --- Green River Star, May 19, 2005 Floyd Kaul Floyd Kaul, 85, passed away at his home in Rock Springs May 9. He was a lifelong resident of Sweetwater County. He was born on April 16, 1920, in Winton to the late Floyd Allen and Ila Antrobus Kaul. He attended schools in Winton and Reliance up to age 16, when he entered into employment with the Union Pacific Coal Company as a coal miner. He married Eva Krpan in Manila, Utah, on June 21, 1941. While living in Winton, the couple had a son, Michael "Mick" Allen Kaul, married to Jamie Dickson Kaul and living in Pinedale. The Kaul's moved to Rock Springs in 1944 where Floyd went to work for Northern Utilities Gas Company. He worked for this company and successor companies of Mountain Fuel and Questar for 40 years, retiring in 1985. He was preceded in death by his wife Eva, a brother, Jeff Kaul; and sister Lavone Marchant, both of Pinedale. A graveside service will be scheduled by the family at a future date. Out of respect for the family of Floyd Kaul Jr,. the family respectfully requests donations to be made in the name of the Young at Heart Senior Center, 538 Pilot Butte Avenue, Rock Springs, Wyoming or the charity of your choice. --- Casper Star Tribune, May 20 2005 Herman Corazza Memorial services for former Rock Springs resident Herman Corazza, 81, of Loveland, Colo., were conducted May 13, 2005, in Vase Funeral Chapel of Rock Springs. Cremation had taken place and inurnment was in Rock Springs Municipal Cemetery. He died May 10, 2005, at the home of his son, Emil Corazza, in Loveland, following a lengthy illness. Born March 24, 1924, in Rock Springs, he was the son of Mary and Emil Corazza; and was raised and educated there. He was a veteran of World War II. On March 8, 1958, he married Margaret Trerotoli in California. He owned and operated the Downtown Body Shop in Rock Springs for many years and retired in 1987. A member of Our Lady of Sorrows Catholic Church and a former member of B.P.O. Elks Lodge, he enjoyed spending time with his family; and loved cars. Survivors include his wife of 47 years of Westminster, Colo.; two sons, Emil Corazza of Loveland and Chris Corazza and his wife of Excelsior, Minn.; daughter, Cathy Polzin, and her husband of Westminster; five grandchildren; sister, Sophie Bauman of Rock Springs; and several cousins, nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents; a sister, Emily Bertagnolli; and a grandson. --- Casper Star Tribune, May 21, 2005 Louis R. Dansart Mass of Christian Burial for Rock Springs resident Louis R. Dansart, 91, was celebrated May 16, 2005, at Sts. Cyril and Methodius Catholic Church in Rock Springs by Fr. John Savio. Cremation took place in Vase White Mountain Crematory of Rock Springs. Born Nov. 22, 1913, in Macomb, Ill., he was the son of Sophia and Edmund Dansart; and was raised and educated there. He graduated from Macomb High School in 1932. On June 29, 1935, he married Martha Lawrence in Macomb. They moved to East Moline, Ill., where he worked for International Harvester Co. as a machinist. After several years, he went to work as a machinist for McDonald Aircraft in St. Louis in 1956. In 1959, he decided to moved to Wyoming to enjoy hunting, fishing and camping in the mountains. He settled in Rock Springs in 1961 and became a partner with Steve Kovacich in Wyoming Automotive Industrial Supply Co., operating the machine shop until ill health forced his retirement in 1979. He was a member of SCM Parish and enjoyed gardening, fishing and hunting. Survivors include his wife of 69 years of Rock Springs; and several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents, an infant son, two brothers and four sisters. --- Rock Springs Daily Rocket-Miner, May 21, 2005 HELEN HAMM JOHNSON Funeral services for Helen Hamm Johnson were at the Vase Mortuary at 10 a.m. on Monday, May 16, 2005. A reception followed at the First Congregational Church. Mrs. Johnson, 76, of Rock Springs, died in Scottsdale, Ariz., on May 6, 2005, from a heart attack after six weeks of illness. She was born in Rock Springs on Aug. 19, 1928, the daughter of Charles F. Hamm and Helen Young Hamm. After her father died in 1930, her mother was elected county clerk of Sweetwater County, and in 1931, she and her family of four children moved to Green River. Mrs. Johnson, nicknamed “Polly,” attended the Green River public school system and graduated in 1946. She attended the University of Wyoming from 1946-48 and was a member of Pi Beta Phi sorority and other college organizations including Spurs, head cheerleader, Iron Skull, and Theta Alpha Phi drama club. In 1949, while teaching school in Green River, she married Robert H. Johnson, then manager of United Press Association and later manager of the Rock Springs Daily Rocket. They had three children, Susan, Glen and Leslie. In 1962, she and her husband attended the University of Wyoming where she graduated with a bachelor of arts degree in elementary education while her husband attended law school. She taught nine years in the Rock Springs public school system, during which she was selected as the first kindergarten teacher from the Rock Springs school system to work in an eight-state Designing Education for the Future in 1967, and was also the first teacher to teach remedial reading classes to elementary children, a program that is now an integral part of every elementary school. She was the southwest district chairman for the Wyoming Council on Children and Youth in 1980-81. Mrs. Johnson was the president of the Woman’s Club of Rock Springs in 1976-77. During her tenure, the club won the top award and the highest rating ever given a club at that time in competition with clubs throughout the state. She was vice-chairman of the committee on uses for the old county memorial hospital, 1977-78; a member of the Advisory Committee on the Sweetwater County Library Building Committee, 1977-78; and a member of the Board of Deacons, First Congregational Church, Rock Springs, 1974. Mrs. Johnson was a political worker with the Democratic party I Sweetwater County. Her mother, Helen Y. Hamm, as county clerk was one of Wyoming’s early women office holders. Mrs. Johnson generally went with her mother on the campaign trail and helped deliver ballot boxes throughout the county. Later, she served as Democratic precinct committeewoman for some 30 years. She became state committeewoman in 172, a position she held until 1983 when she did not seek re-election. She was also a charter member of the Sweetwater County Democratic Women’s Club and was the second president of the club from 1955 to 1957. During that time, the club expanded its activities to ensure that for the first time actually filing for office and election filled every precinct committeewoman position in the county. From 1979 to 1983 she served as editor of the Sweetwater Democratic Newsletter, a publication for and about politics of interest in Sweetwater County and elsewhere. She was a delegate to the National Democratic Conference on Party Organization and Policy in Kansas City, Mo. in 1974; a delegate to the National Mini-Convention in Memphis, Tenn., where she was a member of the Education Workshop, and she was a delegate to the National Democratic Convention in New York City in 1980, and was also a delegate to the Philadelphia Conference in 1982. In 1980, she was one of a select group of 14 Wyoming Democrats invited to a luncheon in the White House with President Jimmy Carter, with a special briefing on national issues conducted by top government officials. From 1963-66 she was president of the Sweetwater County chapter of the American Association of the University Women, and in 1970 received a Citizens Distinguished Service Award from the Rock Springs Public Library. In 1975 she was appointed to the Wyoming State Retirement Board, she was also listed in Who’s Who in American Politics. She is survived by her husband, Robert H. Johnson; her son, Glen; her daughter, Leslie; her grandson, Jesse; and her brother, Governor G. Hamm. She was preceded in death by her brothers, Kenneth Hamm (1997) and Don Hamm (1996); her daughter, Susan Marie (1999); and granddaughter, Danielle Rene’ (1986). --- Rock Springs Daily Rocket-Miner, May 21, 2005 COLLEEN JUNE WEST Funeral services for Colleen June West were at 10 a.m. Saturday, May 14, 2005, at the Green River LDS Stake Center in Green River. Bishop Kevin Robertson officiated. Interment took place at Riverview Cemetery. Mrs. West, 64, of Green River, died Tuesday, May 10, 2005 at the LDS Hospital in Salt Lake City after a battle with cancer. She was born March 10, 1941 in Rock Springs, the daughter of Hayden Wells Church and Dorothy Twitchell Church Holbrook. She was raised by her mother and grandmother, Jennie Twitchell, and later her stepfather, Henry Holbrook. She graduated from the old Lincoln High School in Green River with the class of 1959. She married Orson Allen West on July 23, 1958, in the LDS Logan Temple. Mrs. West was a full-time homemaker and mother. In 1973, she went to work part-time and later full-time at Wyoming Land Title Company. She was a title clerk and abstracter for 19 years until her retirement on May 29, 1992. She was a member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. She held positions of junior Sunday School coordinator, ward and stake primary president, primary teacher, ward and stake relief society president, compassionate service leader and visiting teacher. She served a three-year Bishop’s Storehouse work mission with her husband in Green River. Her interests included her family, boating, camping, gardening, working in the yard, reading, working on vehicles, cooking, collecting dolls, keeping a clean and organized home, family photos and videos, her special dog, Ginger, watching Green River High School football, being a mentor and listening to music. Survivors include her husband, Allen West of Green River; stepfather, Henry Holbrook of Green River; one daughter, Kelly June Hughes and husband Bryan of Green River; three grandchildren, Jamie Cudney and husband Bobby, Stephanie Hughes and Allen Michael Hughes, all of Green River; three great-grandchildren, Joshua Wayne Cudney, Allysa June Cudney and Colter Jacob Cudney, all of Green River; one aunt, Joy Twitchell of LaPoint, Utah; brothers and sisters-in-law, Louise West of Golden, Colo., Jay and Karen Dykes of Kemmerer and David and Lynda West of Tremonton, Utah; eight nieces and nephews, and many cousins. She was preceded in death by her mother and biological father. --- Green River Star, May 25, 2005 Clara Menghini Mass of Christian Burial for Rock Springs resident Clara Menghini, 94, will be celebrated at 10:30 a.m. Thursday, May 26, at Our Lady of Sorrows Catholic Church in Rock Springs by Fr. John Savio. Interment will be in Paul J. Wataha Memorial Park Cemetery. Parish rosary will be recited at 7 p.m. Wednesday, May 25. Visitation in Vase Funeral Chapel of Rock Springs will be from 4 to 8 p.m. Wednesday and on Thursday morning until service-time. She died May 21, 2005, at Sage View Care Center in Rock Springs. Born Sept. 13, 1910, in Mapimi Durango, Mexico, she was the daughter of Guiseppe and Ernestine (Magana) Zuech; and, at age 2, moved with her family to Brez Tyrol, Austria, where she was raised and educated. On Nov. 12, 1932, she married Victor Menghini in Brez Trento, Italy. He preceded her in death on Oct. 18, 1999, after almost 67 years of marriage. She lived in Superior for several years until the family settled in Rock Springs in 1943. A member of OLS Church, she enjoyed her children, grandchildren and great-grandsons. Survivors include her daughter, Rita Drnas of Rock Springs; son, Edward Menghini, and his wife of Cheyenne; three grandchildren; two great-grandsons; and several nieces and nephews. In addition to her husband, she was preceded in death by her parents; a brother, Edoardo; an infant sister, Tullia; a grandson; and a son-in-law. The family would appreciate memorials to Holy Spirit Catholic Community, P.O. Box 6038, Rock Springs, WY 82901; St. Joseph's Children's Home, P.O. Box 1117, Torrington, WY 82240-1117; or a charity of the donor's choice. --- Green River Star, May 25, 2005 Elizabeth May Jelaco Elizabeth May Jelaco, 82, Rock Springs, died on May 18 at the Sage View Care Center. A longtime resident of Rock Springs and former resident of Reliance, she had been in ill health for the past one year. She was born on April 23, 1923, in Reliance, the daughter of the late John and Julia Latka Pastor. She attended schools in Rock Springs. She married the late Mike Martin Jelaco in Ogden, Utah, on March 1, 1941. Survivors include one daughter, Judy Peternell and husband Carl of Rock Springs; two sons, Michael J. Jelaco of Santa Fe, N. M., and Robert A. Jelaco and wife Rochelle of Syracuse, Utah; two brothers, Joseph Pastor and wife Jeanine of Rock Springs and Alex Pastor of Atlantic City; seven grandchildren; eight great-grandchildren; several nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents, her husband, one sister, two brothers and one grandchild. Following cremation at the Vase White Mountain Crematory, a memorial service was conducted May 24 at the First Congregational Church, 1275 Adams Ave., Rock Springs. Rev. Harvey Joyner conducted the services. Internment will be in the St. Joseph's section of the Rock Springs Municipal Cemetery. --- Rock Springs Daily Rocket-Miner, May 28, 2005 BERNICE AUSTIN A mass of Christian burial for Bernice Austin was celebrated at 1 p.m. Thursday, May 26, 2005, at the Immaculate Conception Catholic Church in Green River. The Rev. Tom Sheridan officiated. A parish rosary was recited at the church on Wednesday, May 25, 2005, at 7 p.m. Interment was in the Riverview Cemetery. Mrs. Austin, 82, of 429 Bramwell St., Green River, died Monday, May 23, 2005, at the home of her daughter. A longtime resident of Green River, Mrs. Austin died following a brief illness. She was born on Jan. 5, 1923 in Green River, the daughter of Allen and Agnes Kiernan Bahan. Mrs. Austin attended schools in Green River and graduated from the Lincoln High School with the class of 1941. She married Daryl Barnhart and he preceded her in death. She later married Orlin “Red” Sample and he preceded her in death. She then married Ira Austin and he preceded her in death. Mrs. Austin was employed by the Union Pacific Railroad and had worked in many positions for them, retiring in 1980. Her interests included spending time at her cabin and fly fishing. She was a member of the Immaculate Conception Catholic Church and was active in her church. Survivors include two daughters, Connie Kizzire and husband Steve, and Sharon Sample, all of Green River; one sister, Rosemarie Smith and husband Howard of Arvada, Colo.; three grandchildren, Joe Kizzire, Kelley Kizzire and Kacey Kizzire, all of Green River; two great-grandchildren, Makenzee Kight and Kyle Kight, both of Green River; and several nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents; three husbands; and four sisters, Mary Lind, Grace Brewster, Frances Kinniburgh and Margaret Bundy. --- Rock Springs Daily Rocket-Miner, May 28, 2005 HENRY D. FRIES Funeral services for Henry D. Fries were at 3 p.m. Monday, May 23, 2005 at Fox Funeral Home in Rock Springs. Inurnment took place at the Rock Springs Municipal Cemetery. Henry D. Fries, 66, of Rock Springs, died Friday, May 20, 2005 at his home after a lengthy illness. He was born June 21, 1938 in Lovell, the son of Carl and Ella Richards Fries. He attended school at the Wyoming State Training School. He was employed as a janitor and laborer at Southwest Wyoming Rehabilitation Center for 25 years until his retirement in 2002. He was a member of the Emmanuel Baptist Church. He also belonged to the Safety Committee. His interests included current events, history, church, going for long walks, bowling and dining out. Survivors include his guardian, Tammie Matlock of Rock Springs; dear friend, Tuffy Arnoldi; and many friends in the community. He was preceded in death by his parents. --- Green River Star, Jun 2, 2005 Paul Aaron Whiting Paul Aaron Whiting, 39, Salt Lake City, passed away on May 18 at his home. He had been a resident of Salt Lake City for the past four years and former resident of Rock Springs. He was born on Feb. 21, 1966, in Rock Springs, the son of L. Joe and Darhl Whiting. He attended schools in Rock Springs and Douglas. He married Debbie Whiting and they were married for a short time before she passed away. He was employed in the oil field as a safety man. Survivors include his mother, Darhl Whiting of Rock Springs; one daughter, Nicole Whiting of Rock Springs; one sister, Peggy Johnson and husband William J. of Rock Springs; his paternal grandmother, Ruth Whiting of Douglas; three nephews, Christian Johnson, Gabriel Johnson and Jordan Johnson, all of Rock Springs. He was preceded in death by his father, his wife, paternal grandfather, Bubs Whiting; maternal grandparents, Neil and Bertha Simkin. Cremation has taken place and a memorial service was conducted at 2 p.m. May 24 at the Vase Funeral Chapel, 154 Elk Street, Rock Springs. Rev. Susan Pierce conducted the services. Interment took place in the Rock Springs Municipal Cemetery. --- Green River Star, Jun 2, 2005 Molly Seneshale Molly Seneshale, 94, passed away May 3 at the South Lincoln Nursing Center in Kemmerer. Born June 24, 1910, in Rock Springs to Jerney and Jedert Kokalj Bertoncelj, she was raised on the family ranch on Muddy Creek, south of Boulder, and attended elementary school in a one room school house there. She moved to Rock Springs to attend high school and graduated with the class of 1929. She continued her education in Salt Lake and Provo and then taught in several one room schools in Sublette County. She married Morris Seneshale on Dec. 9, 1944, and they had two children, Trudy and Jerry. She was a member of the Sweetwater County, Lincoln County and Wyoming State Historical Societies. She is survived by her daughter, Trudy Skinner of LaBarge; granddaughters, Morgan (Kelly) Morris and Adriane Skinner, both of Evanston; one brother, Pete (May) Bertoncelj of Omaha, Neb.; several cousins and nieces and nephews and their families, include Rae Dell (Ed) Varley and Eileen (Basil) McCulley. She was preceded in death by her husband, Morris; son, Jerry; brothers, Andrew and Frank; and sister, Angela Kleinhans. A memorial service will be conducted at the Vase Funeral Chapel in Rock Springs on May 14 at 1 p.m. Inurnment in the Mt. View Section of the Rock Springs Cemetery will following the memorial service. Friends may call at 1002 Wyoming Street Friday afternoon or one hour before the service at the Vase Funeral Chapel. --- Selma R. Junker GREEN RIVER Selma R. Junker, 88, of 1445 Uinta Drive, Green River, died on Saturday, May 28, 2005, at the Castle Rock Convalescent Center. Mrs. Junker had been a resident of Green River for the past 51 years. She was born on March 1, 1917, in Surprise, Neb., the daughter of Bernhard D. and Rosalie H. Steinbeck Rathje. Mrs. Junker attended schools in York, Neb., and was a graduate of the York High School with the class of 1935. She married Norwood W. Junker Sr. on Aug. 5, 1941, in Los Angeles, and he preceded her in death on Sept. 1, 1984. Mrs. Junker was employed as a cook for the Union Pacific Railroad for many years and she and her husband owned and managed several restaurants throughout the local area. She was a member of the Emmanuel Evangelical Lutheran Church and Lutheran Womens Missionary League. Her interests included reading, traveling and grandparenting. Survivors include four daughters, Mary Ann Gahhos of Arlington, Va., Carol Pivik and husband Walter of Rock Springs, Norma Estis and husband Frank of Arlington, Va., and Linda Bunderman and husband Dana of Green River; one brother, Everett Rathje and wife Alice of Gresham, Neb.; one sister, Elnora Mikulin of Burlingame, Calif.; nine grandchildren, Anna Rickords, Jeremy Hunt, Brian Pivik, Rhonda Davis, Julie Banning, Alexander Gahhos, Robin Schoettlin, Christopher Pivik and Rosanna Gahhos; four great-grandchildren, Ethan Rickords, Adler Rickords, Blayz Davis and Dylan Davis; and several nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband; one son, Norwood W. Junker Jr.; two brothers; and one sister. Funeral services will be conducted at 11 a.m. Wednesday, June 1, 2005, at the Emmanuel Evangelical Lutheran Church, 901 Trona Drive, Green River. The Rev. Dan Mulholland will conduct the services. Interment will be in the Riverview Cemetery. Friends may call Tuesday from 6-8 p.m. at the Vase Flaming Gorge Chapel, 263 E. Flaming Gorge Way, Green River, and at the church on Wednesday one hour prior to services. Pallbearers will be Brian Pivik, Christopher Pivik, Duane Davis, Jeremy Hunt, Jeffrey Schoettlin and Jeffery Rickords. --- Rock Springs Daily Rocket-Miner, Jun 4, 2005 WILLIAM ADOLPH JOHNSON JR. Funeral services for William “Willy” Adolph Johnson Jr. were conducted at 1 p.m. Friday, June 3, 2005, at the St. John’s Episcopal Church in Green River. The Rev. Lisa Hart conducted the services. Military graveside services and interment were at the Riverview Cemetery, conducted by the VFW Post 2321 and the American Legion Archie Hay Post No. 24. Johnson, 83, of 1445 Uinta Drive, Green River, died on Friday, May 27, 2005. He was a lifelong resident of Green River. Johnson was born on Sept. 23, 1921, in Green River, the son of William A. and Daisy Vicory Johnson. He attended schools in Green River and graduated with the class of 1940. He also attended the University of Wyoming and the University of Utah. Johnson served in the U.S. Air Force during World War II. He worked as an electrician for Stauffer Chemical for 30 years until his retirement in 1990. Johnson was a member of the Kesslar Society and his interests included aviation, astronomy and working in his shop building things. He was a member of the Episcopal Church. Survivors include one sister-in-law, Jane Johnson of Colorado Springs, Colo.; and two nieces, Kate Loden of Cortland, Neb., and Ann Keeton of Chicago. He was preceded in death by his parents and one brother, Douglas R. Johnson. --- Casper Star Tribune, Jun 8, 2005 Delma C. Hyche Funeral services for Rock Springs resident Delma C. Hyche, 91, will be conducted at 10 a.m. today, June 8, at Central Church of Christ in Rock Springs by minister Harold McCormick. Interment will be in the Paul J. Wataha Memorial Park Cemetery. Visitation will be one hour prior to services. She died June 5, 2005, at Sublette Care Center in Pinedale. Born May 23, 1914, in Walker County, Ala., she was the daughter of Clara (Brewer) and John Stone; was educated in West Jefferson, Ala.; and graduated from West Jefferson High School in 1933. On Dec. 9, 1933, she married Woodrow Hyche in Cordova, Ala. He preceded her in death on Nov. 4, 1989, after 56 years of marriage. A former resident of Cordova and Superior, she had lived in Rock Springs for many years. She belonged to the Church of Christ. Survivors include her daughter, Dona Kaumo, and her husband; son, Norm Hyche, and his wife; three grandchildren; and three great-grandchildren. In addition to her husband, she was preceded in death by her parents and a daughter, Muriel Joan Hyche. Vase Funeral Chapel of Rock Springs is in charge of arrangements. --- Rock Springs Daily Rocket-Miner, Jun 8, 2005 Thelma Elizabeth Gentilini CHEYENNE Thelma Elizabeth Gentilini, 85, of Cheyenne died Feb. 3, 2005, at Life Care Center in Cheyenne. She was born April 6, 1919, in Salt Lake City, the daughter of Walter and Elizabeth Lietz. Mrs. Gentilini was a 1937 graduate from Rock Springs High School. She graduated from Western Wyoming Community College in 1966 and continued her education at the University of Wyoming. After receiving a bachelor of arts degree in business education from the University of Wyoming in 1968, she taught business education at Rock Springs High School until her retirement in 1983. Mrs. Gentilini worked at various jobs before receiving her college degree. She worked at Tri-State Lumber, the Eden Valley Dairy, Van Gas Company, and Sears Catalog Store. Mrs. Gentilini was active in many Rock Springs organizations. She was a member of Homemakers Club and a 4-H leader. She served as recorder and oracle for Royal Neighbors of America. She attained the office of past matron of Mountain Lily Chapter, Order of Eastern Star. She served as a grand guardian with Bethel 13 in Rock Springs. She was a charter member of the Christian Science Church in Rock Springs. She was past president of Alpha Delta Kappa, a women’s education honorary. She was a contributor to the University of Wyoming Alumni Scholarship Fund and a supporter of the Shriners Childrens Hospital. Mrs. Gentilini and her late husband, Max George Gentilini, lived in Rock Springs until August of 1988, when they moved to Arvada, Colo. Mrs. Gentilini actively attended the Arvada Friendship Order of Eastern Star. In 1995, she served as president of the North Jeffco Senior Citizens Club. In September 2001, Mr. and Mrs. Gentilini moved to Cheyenne. Mrs. Gentilini’s leisure activities included playing the piano, singing in vocal groups, reading, cooking, knitting, sewing, playing cards, and traveling to distant countries. She is survived by her daughter, Jerry Elizabeth Cole and son-in-law Thomas Cole of Cheyenne; daughter, Patricia Ann Warrick and son-in-law Quinn Warrick of Arvada, Colo.; four grandchildren, Michael Cole and wife Stephanie Cole of Sheridan, Stephen Cole and wife Jennifer Cole of St. Louis, Kristen Warrick of Arvada, Colo., and Kimberly Warrick of Denver: and five great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents, Walter and Elizabeth Lietz; her sister, Marian Weare; and her husband, Max George Gentilini. Cremation has taken place. Cremains will lie at Rest Haven Memorial Gardens in Rock Springs. A graveside memorial service will be at Rest Haven Memorial Gardens in Rock Springs on Saturday, June 11, 2005, at 10 a.m. --- Rock Springs Daily Rocket-Miner, Jun 8, 2005 CLARENCE HEBER “SARGE” SARGENT Clarence Heber Sarge Sargent, 92, died June 5, 2005, at Sage View Care Center in Rock Springs after a short illness. He was born April 22, 1918, in Hoytsville, Utah, the son of Joseph Andrew and Betsy Bell Sargent. He attended school in Coalville, Utah, and graduated from North Summitt High School with the class of 1932. He worked in his fathers blacksmith shop repairing wagon wheels as a child and continued to build his entire life. At the age of 17 he worked on the Echo Dam. He attended Utah State University in Logan, Utah. On June 17, 1950, he married Vivian Doan Sargent in Rock Springs. He started working for Mountain Fuel Supply Company before being drafted into the U.S. Army. He was a veteran of WWII having served in the U.S. Army Engineers Corps. His service during the war was primarily in Africa and Italy and he supervised the building of airfields. He finished his duty in the Army as a company commander with the rank of captain. Following WWII he resumed his career with the Mountain Fuel Supply Company for 34 years until his retirement on July 1, 1975. He held the positions of roustabout, patrol operator, utilityman, assistant foreman, superintendent of communication and roads, district transmission superintendent, and supervisor of all pipelines. He was a member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints serving as a deacon quorum advisor, clerk, bishop and high council member. He was also a member of the Kiwanis. His interests included drawing, painting, sculpting, wood and metal working, and remodeling houses. He also took some classes at Western Wyoming Community College. He built a boat and was creative with wood. Survivors include his wife, Vivian Sargent of Rock Springs; one son, Bill Sargent of Bellingham, Wash.; five daughters, Bonnie Baker and husband Joel of Green River, Gerri Jelaco of Salt Lake City, Clareen Christensen and husband Keith of Modesto, Calif., Sybil Smith and husband Cory of Salem, Ore., and Jill Laws and husband Hart of Salem, Ore.; one brother, Ralph Sargent of Coalville, Utah; two sisters, Marie Rees of Price, Utah, and Glenna Hunt and husband Vernal of Ogden, Utah; 17 grandchildren; four great-grandchildren; and several aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents; three brothers, Newell Sargent, George Sargent, and Kenneth Sargent; and one sister, Bell Calderwood. Funeral services will be at 11 a.m. Saturday, June 11, 2005, at the Rock Springs LDS Stake Center, 2055 Edgar St. Friends may call 6-8 p.m. Friday, June, 10, 2005, at Fox Funeral Home, 2800 Commercial Way, Rock Springs, and one hour prior to services at the church. Interment and military honors will take place at Rest Haven Memorial Gardens. --- Rock Springs Daily Rocket-Miner, Jun 11, 2005 CARL RICHARD VIGIL Funeral services for Carl Richard Vigil were conducted at 11 a.m. Monday, June 6, 2005, at the Vase Funeral Chapel, 154 Elk St., Rock Springs. The Rev. Sue Pierce conducted the services. Military graveside services were conducted by the American Legion Archie Hay Post No. 24. Interment was in the Rock Springs Municipal Cemetery. Vigil, 53, died on May 30, 2005, and had been in ill health for several years. He was born on Sept. 15, 1951, in Superior, the son of Emil and Jean Vigil. He worked for Doan’s Truck Repair and Zanetti Bus Lines. Vigil was a U.S. Army veteran. Survivors include his mother, Jean Vigil of Rock Springs; four sons, Carl Vigil Jr. of Greeley, Colo., Jason Vigil of Rock Springs, Joey Vigil and William Vigil of LaCrosse, Wis.; two sisters, Alice Rogers of Worland and Lynda Doan of Rock Springs; one brother, Don Vigil and wife Katie of Central Point, Ore.; and his longtime friend, Leon Doan. He was preceded in death by his father and one brother. --- Green River Star, Jun 15, 2005 Henry (Hank) Chadey Henry (Hank) Chadey passed away on June 10 at the Source Care Hospice facility in Salt Lake City. He was born on Feb. 20, 1924, in Superior, to Slovenian immigrants Frank and Anna (Glogovsek) Chadey. He graduated from Kemmerer High School in 1942. The following 13 years of his life were filled with a medley of college courses, work and military service. He completed a BA in education and a MA in administration from the University of Wyoming. He also served with the U.S. Army in the European Theater during WWII and in Japan during the Korean Conflict. He began teaching in Reliance in 1949 and served as the superintendent of schools in Reliance from 1956-59. From 1959-61 he served as the assistant superintendent of Wyoming State Department of Education in Cheyenne. He held the position as high school principal in Glenrock and Rock Springs from 1961-67. In 1967, he was asked by the Sweetwater County Commissioners to establish the Sweetwater County Museum in Green River. During the next 22 years he combined his love of history and education through his service as the first director of the Sweetwater County Museum. He also taught Wyoming history at the local community college. He supported his community in various organizations which included: the Lions and Elks clubs, Sweetwater County Historical Society, Wyoming Historical Society (state president, twice), Wyoming Education Association, SNPJ and KSKJ Lodges, AARP (state representative), Knights of Columbus, Sweetwater County School District No. 1 Board of Trustees (20 years) Wyoming State School Board and the National School Board Associations, in addition he served on the BOCES Board which established the C-V Ranch in Jackson, WY, the Flaming Gorge Natural History Association, the American Association of Museums, the Mountain Plains Museum Association, the Board of Catholic Social Service of Wyoming and regularly volunteered at the local soup kitchen. On Aug. 3, 1957, he married Helen Putz in Rock Springs where they raised four children. He authored articles about the Chinese in early Rock Springs, as wells the history of Browns Park area. He also contributed to publications of the Wyoming Geological Association, and the Annuals of Wyoming. Survivors include wife Helen; son, Michael F. (Lynne) Chadey; daughters, Katherine A. Chadey (Robert Lien), Mary Jo Chadey, and Jeanne (Warren Wood) Babcock; nine grandchildren, Joseph Gillespie, Amelia Gillespie, Michael Lien, Alexandra Babcock, John Chadey, Katherine Babcock, Thomas Lien, Erin DeKrey and Wm Dane DeKrey; his sister, Pauline Kelsic and husband Joe of Denver; numerous nieces and nephews. A funeral mass was conducted June 15. Interment was in the Paul Wataha Memorial Park. Family request donations be made to the Holy Spirit Catholic School P.O. Box 6038, Rock Springs, Wyoming or the Slovenski Dom Association, P.O. Box 67, Rock Springs, Wyoming, or the charity of your choice. --- Jun 15, 2005 Michael R. “Mike” Wiggins Mass of Christian Burial for Rock Springs resident Michael R. "Mike" Wiggins, 44, will be celebrated at 10 a.m. Thursday, June 16, at Sts. Cyril and Methodius Catholic Church in Rock Springs by Fr. John Savio. Interment will be in St. Joseph's Cemetery. Rosary will be recited at 7 p.m. today, June 15. Visitation will be from noon to 4 p.m. today in Vase Funeral Chapel; from 5 to 8 p.m. today at SCM; and, again, Thursday morning until service-time at the church. He died June 12, 2005, at his home, following a two-year illness. Born June 13, 1960, in Albuquerque, N.M., he was the son of Judy A. (Powell) and George R. Wiggins; was raised and educated in Watonga, Okla.; and graduated from Watonga High School in 1978. On June 25, 1982, he married Missie Arambel at Our Lady of Sorrows Catholic Church in Rock Springs. He was an operator for Questar for 15 years; and, in 1999, became the owner-operator of Windriver Cathodic and Environmental Services. He was a corrosion technologist. His interests included camping and fishing; hunting arrowheads; and, especially, spending time with his family. He served as a coach for girls' and boys' youth basketball, Junior Jazz basketball, and Aces' traveling basketball team; was vice president of Rock Springs Youth Baseball for 5.5 seasons; and was the color analyst for the Rock Springs High School Tigers' football team. Survivors include his wife of almost 25 years of Rock Springs; his parents of Watonga; two daughters, Lindsay and Alexandra Wiggins, and son, Jordan Wiggins, all of Rock Springs; brother, Randy Wiggins of Fort Supply, Okla.; his mother- and father-in-law; two brothers-in-law; a sister-in-law; a nephew; two nieces; three aunts; four uncles; and many cousins. He was preceded in death by his paternal grandparents, Bessie and George Wiggins; and maternal grandmother, Minnie Powell. The family would appreciate memorials to Holy Spirit Catholic Community, P.O. Box 6038, Rock Springs, WY 82902; Hospice of Sweetwater County, 809 Thompson St., Suite D, Rock Springs, WY 82901; or a charity of the donor's choice. --- Rock Springs Daily Rocket-Miner, Jun 18, 2005 RICHARD HORSBURGH Funeral services for Richard Horsburgh were at 11 a.m. Wednesday, June 15, 2005 at the LDS Pilot Butte Ward in Rock Springs. Bishop Howard Call officiated. Interment with military honors took place at Rest Haven Memorial Gardens. Horsburgh, 89, of Rock Springs, died June 12, 2005 at Sageview Care Center, Rock Springs, of causes incident to age. He was born Nov. 12, 1915, in Diamondville, the son of Andrew and Elizabeth McPhie Horsburgh. He attended schools in Kemmerer, and graduated from Kemmerer High School with the class of 1935. He worked for the coal mines in Oakley for several years. He was a veteran in the U.S. Army serving during World War II. After returning from the war he began his career with the U.S. government. He retired June 29, 1973, after 32 years of employment with the Bureau of Reclamation. On April 20, 1941, he married Mary E. Sneddon in Randolph, Utah. They were married for 64 years. With the exception of his military service, he lived his entire life in southwestern Wyoming. His interests included sports of all kinds, hunting, fishing, woodworking and gardening. He was a member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Survivors include his wife, Mary Horsburgh of Rock Springs; three children, Richard Horsburgh Jr. and wife Sudi of Boise, Idaho, Cheryl Daughetee and husband Roy of Harrisville, Utah, and Charles Horsburgh and wife Kris of Idaho Falls, Idaho; eight grandchildren, Bryan Horsburgh of Boise, Kevin Horsburgh of Salt Lake City, Jodie Nicotera of Roy, Utah, Michael Antilla of Kemmerer, Jeffery Horsburgh of Logan, Utah, and Paul Horsburgh, Brett Horsburgh and Heidi Olson of Idaho Falls; 15 great-grandchildren, Caleb and Noah Horsburgh, Trevor and Tyler Nicotera, Shanaya and Nolin Antilla, Morgan and Kaitlynn Horsburgh, Kylie and Brock Horsburgh, Connor, Halli, Macy and Mattie Olson, and Brennon Mohr; and several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents; three stepbrothers, Benjamin, George and Walter Blakeslee; stepsister, Grace Kulinsky; and a younger brother, Douglas Horsburgh. --- Rock Springs Daily Rocket-Miner, Jun 18, 2005 ARLENE MCKINNEY Memorial graveside services and inurnment for Arlene McKinney were at 11 a.m. Saturday, June 11, 2005, at the Rest Haven Memorial Gardens north of Rock Springs. --- Rock Springs Daily Rocket-Miner, Jun 18, 2005 WILLIAM LEROY KIZZIAR Memorial graveside services and inurnment with military honors for William Leroy Kizziar were conducted at 2 p.m. Wednesday, June 15, 2005, at the Riverview Cemetery in Green River. Kizziar, 82, of Green River, died on Thursday, June 9, 2005, at the Memorial Hospital of Sweetwater County. A resident of Green River for the past 35 years, Kizziar died following a sudden illness. He was born on June 8, 1923 in Bakersfield, Calif., the son of William Louie and Ollie May Hargett Kizziar. Kizziar served in the U.S. Army during World War II. His interests included prospecting, hunting and flying. He married Dorothy Maxine Greer and she preceded him in death. Survivors include two daughters, Dorothy Reynolds and husband Richard of Downey, Calif., and Patricia Woodruff of Fontana, Calif.; and one sister, Lilly Lynch of Ukiah, Calif. He was preceded in death by his parents, wife, one son and one sister. Cremation has taken place. --- Rock Springs Daily Rocket-Miner, Jun 25, 2005 ROBERT A. DeGRAW LABARGE—Graveside services for Robert A. DeGraw were at the Viola Cemetery on Friday, June 24, 2005 at 1 p.m. DeGraw, 75, died in the LDS Hospital in Salt Lake City on June 20, 2005. He was born on Oct. 20, 1929 in Grover, Colo., to Jim and Mary DeGraw. He lived in LaBarge most of his life except for two years spent in the U.S. Army. He married Helen Iverson on July 14, 1956. They spent 48 years together. DeGraw worked in the oil fields for years and also owned his own business before he retired. His hobbies included fishing, camping, and most of all going to the dump and bringing home projects that he could repair. He furnished bicycles for many of the local children. He is survived by his wife, Helen; sons, Kenneth and wife Sherie DeGraw and Val DeGraw; one daughter, Christina Robinson; two brothers, Fred and Charles; three sisters, Mary Ruth Marx, Marge and husband Ivan Iverson, and Wilma and husband Lloyd Gibson; eight grandchildren; two great-grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews. --- Casper Star-Tribune, Jun 29, 2005 Steven Mark Jackelen LANDER - Services for Lander resident Steven Mark Jackelen, 54, will be conducted at 1:30 p.m. Thursday, June 30, in Wyoming State Training School Chapel in Lander. He died June 26, 2005, at Wyoming Medical Center in Casper, from injuries sustained in a motorcycle accident in Lander. Born Aug. 1, 1950, in Wabasha, Minn., he was the son of Joyce and Ken Jackelen; attended schools in Alma, Wis.; and graduated from the University of Wisconsin in River Falls. He was employed by the WSTS. An avid reader, he enjoyed hunting, fishing and camping. Survivors include his parents of Casper; two sisters and their husbands, Kathy Secrist of River Falls and Lori Todd of Green River; two brothers, Tim Jackelen of Green River and Jeff Jackelen of Lander; two stepdaughters, Vanessa Saul of Anchorage, Alaska, and Genie Hoffman of Casper; three step-grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by two brothers, J.T. and John Jackelen. Newcomer Family Funeral Home and Crematory of Casper is in charge of arrangements. --- Vernal Express, Jul 6, 2005 Gary L. Slaugh Gary L. Slaugh, 60, passed away as a result of injuries sustained in a Gold Wing touring bike accident near Kalispell, Mont. on June 27, 2005. He was born in Vernal, Oct.14, 1944, the son of Gladys and Lloyd LaDell Slaugh. In 1964, Gary began his career with Halliburton Energy Services in Vernal, after being hired by his future father-in-law, Hubert Erle Northcutt. He then retired in 2004, after 40 years of service with Halliburton in Rock Springs, Wyo. Gary was an avid outdoorsman. He shared his enthusiasm and knowledge of the mountains and its wildlife with his friends and family. Survivors include his wife of 40 years, Erlene; two children, Rita Ann Oriet and fiancé Mark Caton and Gary Erle Slaugh and fiancé Kory Rossetti, all of Rock Springs; four grandchildren, Lacy and Kaila Oriet and Wes and Ryan Slaugh all of Rock Springs; his mother, Gladys Slaugh of Vernal; two brothers, Craig Slaugh and wife Pat of Rock Springs and Ted Slaugh and wife Debbie of Vernal; one sister, Sandy Scott and husband Bob of Vernal; mother-in-law, Dorris Northcutt of Rock Springs; nephews, Justin Slaugh and wife Donna, and Travis Slaugh all of Rock Springs; Joey Slaugh and wife Debra, Doug Scott and wife Marquitia and John Scott all of Vernal; and nieces, Stephanie and Stacy Ellis of Rock Springs, Julie Batty and husband Brandon, and Jennie Springer and husband Rory of Vernal, and Jamie Young of Orem. He was preceded in death by his father, LaDell Slaugh, and father-in-law, Hubert Erle Northcutt. Funeral services were held at 10 a.m. Friday, July 1, 2005 at the White Mountain LDS Ward Chapel, 3306 White Mountain Blvd., Rock Springs, Wyo. Friends called at the church one hour prior to the services. Interment was in the Paul J. Wataha section of the Rock Springs Municipal Cemetery. --- Casper Star Tribune, Jul 6, 2005 Mildred Lynn Taucher A graveside memorial service for Casper resident Mildred Lynn Taucher, 75, will be conducted at 10 a.m. Thursday, July 7, in Paul J. Wataha Memorial Park Cemetery in Rock Springs by Fr. Carl Beavers. Cremation has taken place. She died July 1, 2005, at Wyoming Medical Center. Born June 10, 1930, in Hudson, she was the daughter of Mildred (Marchek) and Marko Brcko; and graduated from Rock Springs High School in 1948. On Sept. 22, 1954, she married Leonard M. Taucher in Rock Springs. They lived in Salt Lake City; Corpus Christi, Texas; and Casper. She was a member of Croatian Fraternal Union, Casper GeoWives, and St. Anthony's Catholic Church. Survivors include her husband of 50 years of Casper; and three sisters, Eva Davis of Casper, Dorothy DeBernardi of Rock Springs and Agnes Bailey of Peoria, Ariz. She was preceded in death by her parents; two sisters, Eleanor Brcko and Sylvia Shields; and three brothers, William, Jake and Victor Brcko. --- Rock Springs Daily Rocket-Miner, Jul 9, 2005 GEORGE DWIGHT HETLAND George Dwight Hetland, 62, formerly of Farson, Wyoming passed away on June 12, 2005 in Troy, Michigan after an 11 month battle with cancer. He was born on February 18, 1943 in Salem, Oregon to George Lewis Hetland and Cleo Mae Presnall Hetland. He attended schools in Salem, Oregon and Vallejo, Calif. He was an accomplished cook and later in life was a professional truck driver. His interests were antique and classic cars, drawing, role-playing, camping with his family, and the outdoors. In the early 60's he married his first wife, Ginger Pauley and they were blessed with two children, Eric Dana Royal and Lisa Danielle Shalaine. In 1989 he married Theresa Marie Schirmer in Las Vegas. They had three sons, Patrick Olaf Elijah, Zachary Vincent Otto and Alexander Scott Lewis. Hetland was predeceased by his father, George Lewis; cousin,n Sandra Strong; aunt, Helen Coddington; several other aunts and uncles; both sets of grandparents; and his wife's parents, Thomas Arthur Schirmer and June Odessa Thompson Schirmer. --- Rock Springs Daily Rocket-Miner, Jul 9, 2005 DOROTHY MORGAN SHUSTER LA MESA, Calif.—Dorothy Morgan Shuster, 84, died June 19, 2005 in La Mesa, Calif. She was born in Salt Lake City on Sept. 16, 1920. She graduated from Green River High School and lived in Green River and Rock Springs before moving to California. She is survived by her sons, J. Morgan Shuster and wife Theresa of Centennial, Colo., and Joseph Shuster and wife Patricia of Scottsdale, Ariz.; her sister, Margaret Wiley of San Diego, Calif.; brother-in-law and sister-in-law, William and Ellen Shuster of Rock Springs; and nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents; and husband, James M. Shuster. Memorial services are pending. --- Green River Star, Jul 13, 2005 Carol Anne Hensala Connors Loving mother, grandmother and friend Carol Anne Hensala Connors passed away July 6, 2005, after a courageous and hard fought battle with breast cancer. Connors was born Sept. 23, 1935, in Rock Springs, the only child of Oliver and Blanche Porter Hensala. She attended schools in Rock Springs and was a 1953 graduate of Rock Springs High School. She went on to attend The University of Colorado in Boulder,where she was elected to Alpha Delta Theta academic honor society and to Zeta Tau Alpha sorority. It was at the University of Colorado where she met fellow student and the love of her life, Joseph Connors of Pittston, Pa. They were married Sept 21, 1955, in Raton, N.M. Connors greatly enjoyed being involved with her children and grandchildren. She was an active participant in many shenanigans with both over the years. A voracious reader of all kinds of books, she especially liked books on World War II and the Civil War. Connors followed football and basketball and was an avid Utah Jazz fan. She also enjoyed up to 50 years of correspondence with friends both near and far. She was employed at Joe Connors Adjustment Company for 17 years with her husband. She then worked for Callas Realty and most recently Carrier Realty until she became too ill to work. Connors is survived by three children, Michael Connors, Sue and Mark Bettolo, all of West Jordan, Utah, Shauna and Ed, "her special son," Dolence of Rock Springs. Grandchildren are Keith and Melissa Connors of Lehi, Utah; Kristi and Bryan Schouman of Orem, Utah; Tanner, Tracie and Tyler Connors, Joseph Bettolo and Devon Durkee, Renae, Kale, and Justin Bettolo, all of West Jordan, Utah; and Scott and Troy Connors of Meridian, Idaho. Connors has three and one-half great grandchildren including twins Rex and Porter Connors, Mialee Connors, and Alexa Bettolo-Durkee due in August. She is also survived by an uncle Waifred Hensala of Salt Lake City and aunt Helen Porter of Fair Oaks, Calif. Others are Shelley Hulsey of Meridian Idaho, and Joelene, Deni and Don Marosak of West Jordan, Utah; and several cousins. She was preceded in death by her husband, parents, grandparents and several aunts, uncles and in-laws. In lieu of flowers, the family respectfully suggests memorials in her memory be made to Hospice of Sweetwater County, The Rock Springs Humane Society or to a charity of the donor's choice. At Connors' request cremation will take place and a private family memorial service will be conducted. --- Rock Springs Daily Rocket-Miner, Jul 16, 2005 GLENNON JOHN STANTON HOUSTON—A memorial service for Glennon John Stanton was at 10 a.m. Tuesday, July 5, 2005, at St. Paul’s Catholic Church, 18223 Point Lookout Drive, Nassau Bay. Stanton died on Saturday, July 2, 2005. He is survived by his wife of 49 years, Beverly M. Stanton; his five children, James D. Stanton, Lori A. Morton, Barbara J. Clariday, Michael G. Stanton, and Shauna D. Penn; his grandchildren, Jamie Foltz, Jennifer Summeral, Brandy Culp, Tiffany Clariday, Jennifer Clariday, Josh Morton, Brandy Stanton, Sean Holbrook, Shawn Chavers, Lauren Holbrook, Stanton Morton, Audrey Penn and Andie Penn; five great-great-grandchildren; and many other family and friends. --- Green River Star, Jul 21, 2005 Michael Ross Goodwin Michael Ross Goodwin, 39, of Rock Springs, died July 18, 2005 at Memorial Hospital of Sweetwater County after a sudden illness. Michael was born November 23, 1965 in Idaho Falls, Idaho the son of Carl L. Goodwin and Judy Taylor Walker. He attended schools in Glenrock, Rock Springs, and Yelm, Washington and graduated from Yelm High School with the class of 1982. He was a veteran of the U.S. Marine Corps from 1982 to 1987 and was on the Marine Corps wrestling team. He married Mari Don Mauch in 1989. They were later divorced. Michael attended Western Wyoming Community College and became a CNA. He was employed at the U.S. Post Office in maintenance for 11 years. He was a member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. His interests included fishing, camping, and spending time with his children, family and friends. Survivors include his mother, Judy Walker and husband Mike of Rock Springs; one son, Michael Ross Jr. of Rock Springs; one daughter, Deserea Lee of Rock Springs; one brother, David Goodwin of Rock Springs; one sister, Michelle Baker of Grand Junction, Color; grandmother, Joyce Taylor of Mountain View; five aunts, five uncles, numerous cousins, one niece, and three nephews. He was preceded in death by his grandfather, H.W. (Bud) Taylor and grandmother, Mary Candaux. Funeral Services will be held at 11:00 a.m. Thursday, July 21, 2005 at the LDS Stake Center, 2055 Edgar St. Friends may call 6-8 p.m. Wednesday, July 20, 2005 at Fox Funeral Home, 2800 Commercial Way, Rock Springs, and one hour prior to the services at the church. Bishop Blaine Johnson officiating. Military honors by American Legion Archie Hay Post 24 will be held at the Church following the services. Cremation will take place at Fox Crematory, Rock Springs. --- Rock Springs Daily Rocket-Miner, Jul 23, 2005 MARIAN GAYLE WILSON SALT LAKE CITY—Funeral services for Marian Gayle Wilson were at the LaBarge Elementary School, Tuesday, July 19, 2005 at 11 a.m. Interment was in the Viola Cemetery. Mrs. Wilson, 67, died Wednesday, July 13, 2005, in Salt Lake City. She was born Sept. 30, 1937 in Coffey, Mo. to Marion Orville Lowrey and Veva Alene Wiley. On Sept. 30, 1957, she married Jack L. Wilson in Brush, Colo. Mrs. Wilson cared for her grandchildren and family. Her interests included tending to her yard and trees and getting out with friends and family going to garage and yard sales. She is survived by her sons, Doug and Derick Wilson, both of LaBarge; daughters, Samela and Mike Large of Rock Springs, Jackie Whaley of Green River, Tammy and Justin Rice of Rock Srpinsg and Windy Wilson of LaBarge; grandchildren, Allison Liston, Daniel Whaley, Jack Whittaker and Tanner Rice; brother, John Wiley of Missouri; and sisters, Lola Danielson of Missouri and Charlotte Mercer of New Mexico. --- Fox Funeral Home, Jul 24, 2005 Donna Goerg Donna Marie Goerg, 49, of Rock Springs, died Saturday, July 23, 2005 at Memorial Hospital of Sweetwater County in Rock Springs. Donna was born May 17, 1956 in Poughkeepsie, New York the daughter of Francis Edwin and Camilla Ann Butterworth Goerg. She attended schools in Illinois, California, New York, Connecticut, and Maryland. She graduated from Rockville High School in Maryland with the class of 1974. She was a member of the Catholic Church. Her interests included her family and friends. Survivors include her mother, Camilla Goerg of South Bend, Indiana; one son, Vincent Edwin Albrecht of Green River, Wyoming; one daughter, Lindsey Nicole Reyes of Rock Springs; and many others that considered her “Mom”; five brothers, Mark Goerg and wife Lana of Colorado Springs, Colorado; William Goerg and wife Kathy of Sheldon, Connecticut; Ernest Goerg of Rock Springs; Thomas Goerg and wife Lee of Sheldon, Connecticut; and Michael Goerg of Shepherdsville, Kentucky; two sisters, Mary Miller of Phoenix, Arizona, and Theresa Goerg of Santa Rosa, California; and numerous aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her father, Francis Edwin Goerg. Funeral services will be held at 11:00 a.m. Friday, July 29, 2005 at Fox Funeral Home, 2800 Commercial Way, Rock Springs where friends may call one hour prior to the services. Interment will take place at the Rock Springs Municipal Cemetery. --- Casper Star Tribune, Jul 28, 2005 Donna Lou Lecce Mass of Christian Burial for former Superior resident Donna Lou Lecce, 69, of Green River, will be celebrated at 10 a.m. Friday, July 29, at Sts. Cyril and Methodius Catholic Church in Rock Springs by Fr. Carl Beavers. Interment will be in St. Joseph's Section of Rock Springs Municipal Cemetery. Rosary will be recited at 7 p.m. today, July 28, at the church. Visitation will be from noon to 4 p.m. today in Vase Funeral Chapel of Rock Springs; and at the church from 5 to 8 p.m. today and Friday morning until service-time. She died July 26, 2005, at Castle Rock Convalescent Center in Green River, following a lengthy illness. Born June 12, 1936, in Springfield, Ill., she was the daughter of Kathrine (Brodwick) and John Green; was raised and educated in Superior; and graduated from Superior High School in 1953. On Dec. 10, 1973, she married Rudolph Lecce in San Pedro, Calif. He preceded her in death on April 17, 1984. A resident of Green River for the last two months, she had lived in Superior and been a cook at Superior Elementary School for many years. She was a member of SCM Parish and enjoyed meeting new people, working puzzles, walking outdoors, and participating in all community activities. Survivors include two sons, Larry Robert Fox of Bellflower, Calif., and John Lee Fox of Las Vegas; two sisters, Patricia Carisota of Mission Viejo, Calif., and Vivian Thompson of Las Vegas; two granddaughters; and several nieces and nephews. In addition to her husband, she was preceded in death by her parents; a brother, John Green; and a sister, Jacqueline Williams. --- Rock Springs Daily Rocket-Miner, Jul 30, 2005 ROD RICK DRANEY Rod Rick Draney, 38, of Green River, died Saturday, July 23, 2005 at LDS Hospital in Salt Lake City after a long-term illness. Drany was born June 9, 1967 in Rock Springs, the son of Delano Rex Draney and Betty Jane Lucero. He attended schools in Green River and graduated from Green River High School with the class of 1986. He was employed at Draney Construction. He was a member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. His interests included riding his horse, Arrow, fishing and camping. He also took second din the state of Wyoming in troubleshooting mechanics at Green River High School. Survivors include his father, Delano Rex Draney of Green River; mother, Betty Jane Seelin of Green River; one son, Rodney Tyler Draney of Elko, Nev.; one brother, Howard Kent Draney of Green River; one sister, Terry Lee Baker of Rock Springs; two grandmothers, Mable Potter and Fay Lucero, both of Green River; and numerous aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by one son, Andrew Michael Hell. Cremation has taken place. A private family memorial service will be at a later date. --- Rock Springs Daily Rocket-Miner, Aug 6, 2005 MARCELLA MAY ANASTOS Funeral services for Marcella May Anastos were conducted at 2 p.m. Friday, Aug. 5, 2005, at the Vase Flaming Gorge Chapel. The Rev. Tom Sheridan officiated. Interment was in the Riverview Cemetery. Pallbearers were John Anastos Sr., John Anastos Jr., Nick Anastos, Steven Anastos, Gilbert Lucero, David Iwasaki and Steven Ryan. Ms. Anastos, 90, of 65 W. Third S., Green River, died on Monday, Aug. 1, 2005 at the Castle Rock Convalescent Center in Green River where she had been a resident for the past two months. A longtime resident of Green River, Mrs. Anastos had been in ill health for the past six months. She was born on May 9, 1915, in Nebraska City, Neb., the daughter of Ray and Rachael Murphy. Mrs. Anastos attended schools in Green River. She married Steve H. Anastos in Manila, Utah, in 1932 and he preceded her in death in 1975. Her interests included crocheting, gardening and reading great books. She was a member of the Holy Trinity Greek Orthodox Church. Survivors include five sons, John Anastos and Tom Anastos, both of Green River, Steve H. Anastos Jr. of Rock Springs, Nick Anastos and Neal Anastos; four daughters, Mary Anastos of Woodland, Wash., Diana Ryan of Denton, Texas, and Sue Thompson of Rock Springs; two brothers, Louie Medina and Edward Medina, both of Mexico; three sisters, Anita Schultz of Green River, Nacia Brewer of Mexico, Catalina Corvallis of Portland, Ore., and Teresa Handris of Vancouver, Wash.; 23 grandchildren; 18 great-grandchildren; 64 cousins; 19 nephews; and 26 nieces. She was preceded in death by her husband; one daughter, Stella Rose Anastos; one brother, Don Murphy; and two grandsons, Glen Anastos and David H. Anastos. --- Rock Springs Daily Rocket-Miner, Aug 6, 2005 JOHN N. DALLMANN Funeral services for John N. Dallmann were conducted at 1 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 4, 2005, at the Immaculate Conception Catholic Church in Green River. The Rev. Tom Sheridan conducted the services. Military graveside services and interment were in the Riverview Cemetery in Green River. Pallbearers were Monty Flores, Michael Flores, Mark Flores, Jeffrey Dallmann, Joel Dallmann, Aaron GrandPre, Cristopher Dallmann and Kenneth Dallmann. Dallmann, 76, of Green River, died July 31, 2005, at the Memorial Hospital of Sweetwater County following a sudden illness. He was born in Lonestar, Texas, on Nov. 21, 1928, the son of John Noonkester and Sadie Dallmann. After the death of his parents, he was adopted by his maternal grandparents, Augusta and Janet Dallmann, and raised in Carlsbad, N.M. Dallmann attended schools in Carlsbad. He was a U.S. Navy veteran of World War II. Dallmann married Florence Potter in Las Vegas on May 24, 1950. She preceded him in death on May 9, 2004. He worked at the U.S. Potash Company in Carlsbad before moving to Green River in 1961 to work for Stauffer Chemical Company. He retired from Stauffer in 1986. Dallmann and his family also operated the Coin Laundry in Green River for 14 years. His interests included spending time with his family and friends, reading, playing pinochle and being of value to everyone who knew him. He is survived by three sons, Keith Dallmann of Salt Lake City, Kenneth Dallmann and wife Pam of Evanston, and Joseph Dallmann and wife Leona of Albuquerque, N.M.; four daughters, Vikki and husband Jessie Flores of Phoenix, Linda Prince and husband Darrell of Sherrills Ford, N.C., Cynthia GrandPre and husband Jerry of Green River, and Dara Bobbitt and huband Leonard of Green River; one nephew, Richard Caldwell of Little Rock, Ark.; one great-nieces; 17 grandchildren and 11 great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents; wife; one son, Gary Dallmann; one great-grandson, Gavin; and one sister. --- Rock Springs Daily Rocket-Miner, Aug 9, 2005 Joyce June Jackelen CASPER Joyce June Jackelen, 77, died Friday, Aug. 5, 2005, at her home following a lengthy illness. She was born June 14, 1928, in Nelson, Wis.,the daughter of Edwin and Goldene Reinhardt. She married Kenneth Jackelen on Sept. 8, 1948, in Alma, Wis. They moved to Rock Springs in 1973 and retired to Casper and Florida in 1987. For 12 years she was a foster parent. She cared for 100 children and was honored for her dedication. She was active in the Catholic Community and for seven years worked in the office of SS. Cyril and Methodius Catholic Church. Her hobbies included knitting, sewing, crocheting, cross-stitching, crossword puzzles, travel and antiquing. She is survived by her husband, Kenneth; her sons, Tim and wife Janine Jackelen of Green River and Jeff of Lander; daughters, Kathy and husband Rex Secrist of River Falls, Wis., and Lori and husband Mike Todd of Green River; grandchildren, Kenny Jackelen, Heather Jackelen, Briana Counts, Brad Counts, Eric Secrist, Zachary Secrist, Crystal Todd, Beau Todd and Rachel Todd; step-granddaughters, Vanessa Saul and Genie Hoffman; great-grandchildren, Conner Todd and Aliyah Counts; step-great-grandchildren, Ben Saul, Anna Saul and Lindsey Grady; sister Elaine Brager; and brother Gerald Reinhardt. She was preceded in death by three sons, J.T., John and Steven; parents; and sister, Arlene. A mass of Christian burial will be at 9 a.m. Thursday, Aug. 11, at SS. Cyril and Methodius Church, 633 Bridger Ave., Rock Springs. The Rev. Carl Beavers will officiate. A Parish Rosary will be recited at 7 p.m., Wednesday, Aug. 10 at the Vase Funeral Chapel, 154 Elk St., Rock Springs. Interment will be in Rest Haven Memorial Gardens Cemetery. Friends may call at the Vase Funeral Chapel, Wednesday afternoon and evening until 8 p.m. and Thursday morning at the chapel until service time. Pallbearers will be grandsons, Eric Secrist and Zach Secrist; son-in-law, Rex Secrist; grandson, Beau Todd; son-in-law, Mike Todd; and grandson, Kenny Jackelen. --- Casper Star Tribune, Aug 10, 2005 Walter August Sarcletti Walter August Sarcletti, 83, of 1108 McKinley Ave., Rock Springs, died Friday, Aug. 5, 2005, at the LDS Hospital in Salt Lake City. A lifelong resident of Rock Springs, Sarcletti died following a lengthy illness. He was born March 18, 1922, in Rock Springs, the son of August and Lucille Anesi Sarcletti. Sarcletti attended schools in Rock Springs and was a Rock Springs High School graduate of the class of 1940. He married Margery Kobler at the Our Lady of Sorrows Catholic Church in Rock Springs on Dec. 28, 1947. Sarcletti was an employee of the U.S. Postal Service as a letter carrier for 28 years and retired in 1982. His interests included music, gardening, and spending time with his family and friends. He was a member of Our Lady of Sorrows Catholic Church. Survivors include his wife, Margery Sarcletti of Rock Springs; one son, Walter Sarcletti Jr. of Kingwood, Texas; one sister, Olga Plemel of Rock Springs; three grandsons, Anthony Sarcletti of Kingwood, Texas, Joey Sarcletti and Andy Sarcletti, both of Rock Springs; and several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents; one daughter, Marilyn Jean Sarcletti who died on Sept. 19, 1971; one brother, Albert Sarcletti, who died on June 7, 1971; and one sister, Linda Soltis. A Mass of Christian burial will be celebrated at 10 a.m. Wednesday, Aug. 10, 2005, at the Our Lady of Sorrows Catholic Church, 116 Broadway, Rock Springs. The Rev. Carl Beavers will officiate. A parish rosary will be recited at 7 p.m. Tuesday, Aug. 9, 2005, at the Vase Funeral Chapel, 154 Elk St., Rock Springs. Interment will be in St. Josephs Section of the Rock Springs municipal Cemetery. Friends may call at the funeral chapel Tuesday afternoon and evening until 8 p.m. and again Wednesday morning at the church until time of services. --- Green River Star, Aug 11, 2005 Mike Taucher Mike Taucher, 52, of Rock Springs passed away August 7, 2005, following his short but vigorous battle with cancer. He was with friends and family at his home as he wished. He was born in Rock Springs to Bosco and Chris Cukale Taucher Jan. 26, 1953. He attended school in Rock Springs and was a graduate of Rock Springs High School with the Class of 1971. Taucher was employed as a mail carrier for the United States Post Office and faithfully carried the mail through rain, sleet and snow for the past 34 years. He was a welcome sight on his route. He was a member of the Saint Cyril and Methodius Catholic Church and American Bowling Congress. He was an accomplished bowler from an early age and was proud of his 299 game at 10 years of age and his 300 game 40 years later. His interests included all sports, and he saved a special place in his heart for his beloved Yankees and will be rooting them on to a pennant this year. Survivors include two children Mike and Michelle and one granddaughter Brynn Marie. He is also survived by his brother Ben Taucher and wife Genn of Casper; one nephew Bret and four nieces Molly, Amy, Betsy and Zoey; and one great-niece Cecilia Christine. A Mass of Christian Burial was celebrated this afternoon at the Saints Cyril and Methodius Catholic Church in Rock Springs. Father Carl Beavers officiated. Interment was in Saint Joseph's Section of the Rock Springs Municipal Cemetery. --- Green River Star, Aug 18, 2005 Paul G. Chetterbock Paul G. Chetterbock, 70, Rock Springs passed away Aug. 12 at his home. A longtime resident of Rock Springs, Chetterbock died following an illness of six months. He was born March 22, 1935, in Hudson, the son of the late William D. and Margaret Giovanini Chetterbock. Chetterbock attended schools in Hudson, Rock Springs and Reliance; he was a graduate of Rock Springs High School with the class of 1953. He was a U.S. Army Veteran having served from Feb. 18, 1958, until Feb. 17, 1960. Chetterbock was employed by OCI for 26 years and retired in March 2000 as a refinery operator for Unit 5. His interests were snowmobiling, boating, cars that were old and new, spending time with his family neighbors and friends, and riding all-terrain vehicles. He befriended the Bart Flack family, especially the three boys, Braden, 8, Hunter, 5, and Garrison, one-month. Survivors are one brother, Louis Chetterbock and wife Nora of Santa Clara, Utah; four sisters, Anne Hatfield of Littleton, Colo., Dorothy Bennett and husband W.E., of Rock Springs, Sophie Nation of Rock Springs, and Donna Jeanne Zuber and husband David of Duarte, Calif.; several nieces and nephews; and his extended family Bart and Janell Flack and their sons of Rock Springs. He was preceded in death by his parents; grandparents; two brothers, William D. 'Bill' Chetterbock Jr. and Michael L. Chetterbock; one sister, Emma Mae Chetterbock; and several aunts and uncles. Memorial services were conducted at Vase Funeral Chapel in Rock Springs. Cremation took place at Vase White Mountain Crematory and inurnment was in the Paul J. Wataha Memorial Park Cemetery. --- Rock Springs Daily Rocket-Miner, Aug 20, 2005 NADINE LEE POTTER Funeral services for Nadine Lee Potter were conducted at 1 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 18, 2005, at the Vase Funeral Chapel in Rock Springs. James R. “Bobby” Telck, Potter’s son-in-law, conducted the services. Cremation followed the service. Mrs. Potter, 59, of 344 P St., Rock Springs, died Saturday, Aug. 13, 2005 at her home. A longtime resident of Rock Springs and former resident of Green River, Mrs. Potter died following a sudden illness. She was born May 21, 1946 in Rock Springs, the daughter of Dee and Verneta Duncan Moyes. Mrs. Potter attended schools in Green River, and was a 1964 graduate of the Green River High School. She also attended and graduated from the Beauty College in San Francisco with a cosmetology degree. She married Ralph J. Potter in Rock Springs on May 19, 1967. Her interests included spending time with her daughter and her grandchildren, camping, traveling to Wendover to gamble, and going to garage sales. Survivors include her husband, Ralph Potter of Rock Springs; one daughter, Traci Telck and husband James of Rock Springs; two brothers, John Green of California and Gene Green of Florida; six grandchildren, Jessica Martinez, Tray Telck, Jessy Telck and Chelsea Telck, all of Rock Springs, Michael Potter and Katie Potter, both of Colorado; several nieces and nephews, including Karen Green, Chris Green and Kevin Green of Florida and Stephen Green of North Carolina; one aunt, Thelma Duncan; four cousins, Connie Ferguson, Carl Hafner, Lolly Swafford and Louise Overy. She was preceded in death by her parents; and several aunts, uncles and cousins. --- Casper Star Tribune, Aug 25, 2005 Chance Bradley Messick A graveside service for Chance Bradley Messick, 2 days, was conducted Aug. 19, 2005, in Babyland of Rock Springs Municipal Cemetery by the Rev. Don Whalen. Chance died Aug. 13, 2005, at the University of Utah Medical Center in Salt Lake City. Born Aug. 11, 2005, in Salt Lake City, he was the son of Becci and Brad Messick. Survivors include his parents of Rock Springs; brother, Andrew Messick of Casper; two sisters, Delanie and Skylar Messick, both of Rock Springs; several aunts and uncles; paternal grandparents, Audrey and Doyle Miears of Cody; maternal grandparents, Karen and Keith Kennison of Rock Springs; and many cousins. He was preceded in death by his great-grandparents. --- Rock Springs Daily Rocket-Miner, Aug 27, 2005 PATRICIA ANN BROOKS Funeral services for Patricia Ann Brooks were conducted at 11 a.m. Tuesday, Aug. 23, 2005, at the First Congregational Church in Rock Springs. The Rev. Richard Kalber officiated. Interment was in the Paul J. Wataha Cemetery in Rock Springs. Mrs. Brooks, 70, of 1707 Utah Ave., Rock Springs, died at her home Thursday, Aug. 18, 2005. A lifelong resident of Rock Springs, Mrs. Brooks died following a lengthy illness. She was born April 20, 1935 in Rock Springs, the daughter of George and Elizabeth Bartram Hower. She married Isaac “Ike” Brooks in Craig, Colo., on June 19, 1967. He preceded her in death on March 29, 1983. Mrs. Brooks was a retired rancher, owning Brooks Ranch for 26 years until her retirement in 1985. Her interests included cooking, caretaking, fishing, gambling, bingo, camping, and spending time with family and friends. Survivors include one son, Isaac (Newt) Brooks of Rock Springs; four daughters, Elizabeth Brooks and fiancé Roger Ressler, Cathy Garduno and husband Brian, Jennie Brooks and fiancé Terry Jones, and Saima Mehal and husband Doug, all of Rock Springs; two brothers, Jim Hower and wife Donna and Jack HOwer and wife Barbara; eight grandchildren, Richie Kaumo, Justine Brooks, Marianne Kaumo, Matthew Purdy, Derek Mehal, Brian Jr., Angela and Bradley Garduno; and several nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents; husband; one son, Richard Goatcher; three brothers, Robert Hower, George Hower and Billie Hower; and three sisters, Catherine McGovern, Thelma Atwood and Mary Ellen Hower. --- Rock Springs Daily Rocket-Miner, Aug 29, 2005 Anna Lee Clark Anna Lee Clark, 78, of 1409 Carbon St., Rock Springs, died on Friday, Aug. 26, 2005, at her home. A longtime resident of Rock Springs, Mrs. Clark had been in ill health for the past three years. She was born May 26, 1927, in Dora, Mo., the daughter of Claude and Laura Routh Pennington. She attended schools in Rock Springs and was a graduate of the Rock Springs High School class of 1945. She married Dutch Clark in Rock Springs May 26, 1946. Her interests included spending time with her family, especially her grandchildren, spending time at the cabin in Atlantic City and arrowhead hunting. Survivors include her husband, Dutch Clark of Rock Springs; two sons, Troy Clark and wife Lynn and Travis Clark and wife Fern, all of Rock Springs; one sister Edith Korogi; three grandchildren, Ashley Clark, Ty Clark and wife Renee and Amy Clark, all of Rock Springs; two great-grandchildren, Clark Fisher and Mackelee Tolle; nieces and nephews, Jim Penoff, Eric Penoff and wife Christine and Aaron Penoff; and close friends Clark and Teresa Weber. She was preceded in death by her parents; three brothers; and three sisters. Funeral services will be conducted at 1 p.m. Wednesday, Aug. 31, 2005, at Vase Funeral Chapel, 154 Elk St., Rock Springs. Interment will be in Rest Haven Memorial Gardens. Friends may call at the chapel Wednesday, Aug. 31, 2005, from 10 a.m. until time of services. --- Casper Star Tribune, Aug 30, 2005 David W. Dillon A memorial service for Green River resident David W. Dillon, 81, will be conducted at 1 p.m. Wednesday, Aug. 31, in the Third Ward Chapel, Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, in Green River by Bishop Wayde Mecham. Military graveside services will be accorded in Riverview Cemetery. Visitation will be one hour prior to service-time at the church. --- Rock Springs Daily Rocket-Miner, Sep 3, 2005 DAVID W. DILLON Memorial services for David W. Dillon were conducted at 1 p.m. Wednesday, Aug. 31, 2005, at the LDS Third Ward Chapel in Green River. Bishop Wayde Mecham conducted the services. Military graveside services and inurnment were in the Riverview Cemetery. Dillon, 81, of 260 N. Fourth E., Green River, died Thursday, Aug. 25, 2005, at the Memorial Hospital of Sweetwater County. A resident of Green River for 76 years and former resident of Ogden, Utah, Dillon died following a lengthy illness. He was born May 19, 1924, in Ogden, the son of David Sydney and Amy Pearl Pewtress Dillon. He attended schools in Green River and graduated from the Lincoln High School with the class of 1943. Dillon married the former Margaret Jackson in Rock Springs on Nov. 25, 1945. He served with the U.S. Air Force during World War II with the 306th Bomber Squadron as a tailgunner, the first over Germany. Dillon worked for the UP Railroad for 23 years and for Stauffer Chemical Corporation for 18 years and retired in May of 1986. He was a member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, past president of the Veterans of Foreign Wars No. 2321, the American Legion and the Golden Hour Senior Center. His interests included spending time with family and friends, reading, swimming, hunting and collecting firearms. Dillon is survived by his wife, Margaret of Green River; three daughters, Sue Sanchez of Green River, Shelley Donkin and husband Larry of Thornton, Colo., and Amy Burke and husband Bill of Palmer, Alaska; one sister, Sue Peverley of Green River; seven grandchildren, Rachelle Channel and husband Steve, George and Bill Burke, Alona Sanchez, Joe Sanchez and wife Amanda and Lisa and David Donkin; three great-grandchildren, Dillon and Kyle Kester and Caden Sanchez; and several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents; one daughter, Alona; two sisters, Shirley Gaston and Pearl Deck; one brother, Dean Dillon; and two sons-in-law, Ralph Morrison and Henry Sanchez. Cremation has taken place. --- Rock Springs Daily Rocket-Miner, Sep 3, 2005 HELEN ANITA SCHULTZ Funeral services for Helen Anita Schultz were conducted at 1 p.m. Monday, Aug. 29, 2005 at the LDS Chapel in Green River. Interment was in the Riverview Cemetery. Bishop Wayde Mecham conducted the services. Mrs. Schultz, 85, of 272 N. 5th E., Green River, died Wednesday, Aug. 24, 2005 at the Castle Rock Convalescent Center where she had been a resident for the past two months. A longtime resident of Green River, Mrs. Schultz died following a lengthy illness. She was born on April 4, 1920 in Shelton, Neb., the daughter of Roy Lowell Murphy and Mary Rachel Meridith. Mrs. Schultz attended schools in Green River. She married Carl A. Schultz Sr., in Linwood, Utah, June 7, 1934. He preceded her in death in 1965. She was employed by the Union Pacific Railroad as a porter and retired in 1958. She was also a housekeeper. She was a member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, Fraternal Order of the Eagles Auxiliary and Union Pacific Old Timers. Her interests included crocheting, genealogy, working in the church library and gardening. Survivors include four sons, Carl Schultz Jr., Roy Schultz and Howard Schultz, all of Green River, and Gary Schultz of Mountain View; four daughters, Patty Garcia, Marcia Kay Jessop, Janice Maestas and Mary Maestas, all of Green River; two brothers, Louie Medina and Edward Medina, both of Mexico; three sisters, Nacia Brewer of Mexico, Catalina Corvallis of Portland, Ore., and Teresa Handris of Vancouver, Wash.; 32 grandchildren; 45 great-grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents, Roy L. and Mary R. Murphy; husband, Carl A. Schultz Sr.; one son, Floyd Schultz; one daughter, Judith Ann Hofeldt; one brother, Donald Murphy; and three sisters, Juanita Julius, Bernita Boomhower and Marcella Anastos. --- Casper Star Tribune, Sep 3, 2005 Train kills girl in Rock Springs A 15-year-old Rock Springs girl was killed Tuesday after being struck by a train. Nicole Ann Colley died from multiple trauma, Sweetwater County Coroner Dale Majhanovich told the Daily Rocket-Miner. Colley was struck by a Union Pacific train while she was walking on the railroad tracks at 5:40 a.m. near the Rock Springs Coal sign, according to Rock Springs Police detective Curt Christensen. "We really don't know why she was out there," he said. The train was moving eastbound at 25 to 30 mph when it struck Colley. --- Casper Star Tribune, Sep 7, 2005 Evelyn Romans The funeral for Rock Springs resident Evelyn Romans, 86, will be conducted at 10 a.m. Thursday, Sept. 8, in Vase Funeral Chapel of Rock Springs. A military graveside service will be accorded by American Legion Archie Hay Post No. 24 in Mountain View Cemetery. Visitation at the funeral home will be from 4 to 8 p.m. today, Sept. 7; and one hour prior to service-time on Thursday. She died Sept. 3, 2005, at Sage View Care Center in Rock Springs, after a lengthy illness. Born July 4, 1919, in Winton, she was the daughter of Lillie F. (Anstee) and Hugh Gregory; and was educated in Winton and Reliance. She served in the U.S. Women's Army Corps during World War II. On Feb. 26, 1969, she married Sam Romans in Paris, Idaho. He preceded her in death on May 18, 1980. She was employed as a sales clerk at Little America for 18 years and retired on April 14, 1991. Her interests included spending time with her family. She was a member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, Veterans of Foreign Wars Ladies Auxiliary and Fraternal Order of Eagles Auxiliary. Survivors include her son, Richard Kaumo, and his wife of Rock Springs; son, Jo Carole Roth, and her husband of Denver; sister, Grace Record of Satellite Beach, Fla.; two grandsons; two granddaughters; and several nieces and nephews. In addition to her husband, she was preceded in death by her parents and six brothers. --- Rock Springs Daily Rocket-Miner, Sep 7, 2005 William Gordon Weir William Gordon Weir, 88, of 1325 Sage St., Rock Springs, died on Saturday, Sept. 3, 2005, at the Memorial Hospital of Sweetwater County, where he had been a patient for the past day. Weir died following a short illness. He had been a resident of the Sage View Care Center for the past one year. Weir attended schools in Rock Springs and Denver and was a graduate of the Rock Springs High School. He married Muriel Margaret Flew on Sept. 26, 1942, and she preceded him in death on Oct. 25, 2000. A lifelong resident of Rock Springs, Weir was a retiree of Stauffer Chemical Company and U.P. Coal Company. He was a member of the United Mine Workers of America. Survivors include one son, Drew Weir and wife Diana of Lonetree, Colo.; and one grandson, Bryan Weir of Acres Green, Colo. He was preceded in death by his parents; wife, Muriel Weir; and two brothers, Clifford Weir and Melvin Weir. Funeral services will be conducted at 1 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 8, 2005, at the Vase Funeral Chapel, 154 Elk St., Rock Springs. Interment will be in Rest Haven Memorial Gardens. Friends may call at the funeral chapel Thursday until time of services. --- Rock Springs Daily Rocket-Miner, Sep 10, 2005 NICOLE ANN COLLEY Funeral services for Nicole Ann Colley were conducted at 2 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 3, 2005, at the Vase Funeral Chapel in Rock Springs. The Rev. Brian Poad conducted the services. Interment was in the Paul J. Wataha Memorial section of the Rock Springs Municipal Cemetery. Miss Colley, 15, of 117 Grant St., Rock Springs, died Tuesday, Aug. 30, 2005. She was a lifelong resident of Rock Springs. She was born on July 16, 1990 in Rock Springs, the daughter of Michael Colley and Teresa Darrough. Ms. Colley attended school in Rock Springs. Her interests included drawing and camping. Survivors include her father, Michael Colley of Fort Wayne, Ind.; her mother and stepfather, Teresa and Glen Hansen of Rock Springs; one brother, Michael Colley of Rock Springs; two stepbrothers, Joseph Hansen and Justin Hansen, both of Rock Springs; her maternal grandparents, Don and Barbara Darrough of Green River; paternal grandfather, Don Bickford of Indiana; and several aunts and uncles. --- Casper Star Tribune, Sept 13, 2005 Betty May Parker Mass of Christian burial for Rock Springs resident Betty May Parker, 88, will be celebrated at 1 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 15, at Our Lady of Sorrows Catholic Church in Rock Springs by Fr. Carl Beavers. Interment will be in the Mountain View Section of Rock Springs Municipal Cemetery. Visitation in Vase Funeral Chapel of Rock Springs will be from 11 a.m. Thursday until service-time. She died Sept. 9, 2005, at Sage View Care Center in Rock Springs, after a brief illness. Born Nov. 7, 1916, in Casper, she was the daughter of Hannah (Tobin) and Marshall C. Crouch; was raised and educated in Rock Springs; and graduated from Rock Springs High School in 1934. She attended St. Mary College in Kansas and received nurses' training at Mercy Hospital in Denver. On July 9, 1939, she married Harry S. Parker at OLS Church. He preceded her in death on Dec. 4, 1990, after 51 years of marriage. She was a member of OLS; was past-president of St. Mary Altar Society; belonged to the Homing School Parent-Teacher Association; and was past secretary of the Council of Catholic Women. Her interests included spending time with her family, playing bridge, and cooking. Survivors include her son and daughter-in-law, John and Freida Parker of Vernal, Utah; six grandchildren; and 16 great-grandchildren. In addition to her husband, she was preceded in death by her parents; two sons, Harry S. Parker Jr. on May 15, 1982, and Richard "Dic" Parker on Dec. 7, 2004; and two brothers. --- Casper Star Tribune, Sept 15, 2005 Sulo M. Hill Mass of Christian burial for Rock Springs resident Sulo M. Hill, 81, will be celebrated at 10 a.m. Monday, Sept. 19, at Sts. Cyril and Methodius Catholic Church in Rock Springs. Interment will be in the Paul J. Wataha Memorial Section of Rock Springs Municipal Cemetery. Visitation will be from 5 to 8 p.m. Sunday at the church, with parish rosary at 7 p.m.; and again Monday morning until service-time. The family will receive family and friends at the home of his daughter and son-in-law, Mary Jo and Robert Arambel, 911 Bonners Way, Rock Springs. He died Sept. 14, 2005, at Castle Rock Convalescent Center in Green River, after several years of ill health. Born April 9, 1924, in Diamondville, he was the son of Hilma (Aho) and Hugo Hill; and was educated in Superior. He served in the U.S. Army during World War II. On Oct. 20, 1947, he married Amelia J. Kaumo at SCM Church. She preceded him in death on Feb. 8, 2001, after 53 years of marriage. He was employed by Union Pacific Coal Co. as a miner for 20 years, in the Superior, Stansbury and Gun Quealy mines; and, also, was a delivery salesman for Wonder Bread for 20 years. He was a member of SCM Parish and the United Mine Workers of America. Survivors include his son, Sulo David Hill, and his special friend of Rock Springs; five daughters and their husbands, Mary Jo Arambel, Hilma Dunn, Susan Armstrong, Theresa Johnson and Amy Johnson, all of Rock Springs; brother, Hugo Hill of Rock Springs; two sisters, Jacqueline Bucho of Omaha, Neb., and Dorothy Angelovich of Las Vegas; 18 grandchildren; seven step-great-grandchildren; eight great-grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews. In addition to his wife, he was preceded in death by his parents; and five sisters, an infant, Sadie Tomsik, Irene Nicksich, Aune Ilonen and Sylvia Farnsworth. The family would appreciate memorials to Hospice of Sweetwater County, 809 Thompson St., Suite D, Rock Springs, WY 82901. --- Green River Star, Sep 28, 2005 Robert Freeman Captain Robert V. Freeman, U.S. Army retired, 90, died at his home on Sept. 25 after having been in ill health for the last four months. He was born May 18, 1915, in Watertown, N.Y., the son of the late James and Grace Ivers Freeman. He was educated in Watertown schools, graduating from Watertown High School in 1932. He worked for some years in the hardware and beverage delivery businesses before enlisting in the United States Army Air Corps in 1942 as an aviation cadet. During World War II, he was trained as an aerial gunner. He was selected for Officer Candidate School in 1943, and was commissioned as an officer in 1945. When the war ended, he was training as a tank platoon leader for Operation Olympic, the planned invasion of Japan. He served as a member of the army of occupation in Japan with the 302nd and 16th Reconnaissance Troops, 1st Cavalry Division. While in Japan, he met his future wife, Olive Ann Wallace of Rock Springs, who was working for the Occupation Government. He served in combat in Korea, and was awarded the Silver Star medal for gallantry in action, the Bronze Star Medal and the Purple Heart. He married Olive Ann Wallace in 1952 in Rock Springs. He continued his active duty career until 1957, serving as a company commander for the 3rd Armored Cavalry Regiment, as a military adviser in Saudi Arabia, and as a tactics instructor at the Armored School in Fort Knox, Ky. He later served with the 49th Field Artillery, Wyoming National Guard. He was the manager of the Elks Club in Rock Springs for a number of years. He was a member of the Eagles, the Elks, the American Legion and the 3rd Cavalry Regiment and 1st Cavalry Division Associations. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his sister. Survivors include his wife of Rock Springs; one son and daughter-in-law, Dennis and Rebecca Freeman of Green River; two daughters, Roberta "Bobbie" Freeman and daughter Janice Freeman, both of Rock Springs; and four grandchildren. Cremation has taken place at Fox Crematory and memorial services and military honors will be at 10 a.m. Friday at the Fox Funeral Home in Rock Springs. Inurnment will take place at Rock Springs Municipal Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, friends are asked to send donations to Hospice of Sweetwater County. --- Casper Star Tribune, Oct 1, 2005 Beverly A. Evanoff Memorial Mass for Rock Springs resident Beverly A. Evanoff, 77, will be celebrated at 11 a.m. Wednesday, Oct. 5, at Our Lady of Sorrows Catholic Church in Rock Springs. Cremation will have taken place in Vase White Mountain Crematory. Visitation will be one hour prior to service-time at the church. She died Sept. 29, 2005, at Sage View Care Center in Rock Springs, after five years of ill health. Born July 7, 1928, in Winton, she was the daughter of Jewel (Warriner) and Raymond Dodds; attended Winton School until the eighth grade; then was educated in Reliance. She graduated from Reliance High School in 1946 and was the junior prom queen. On May 26, 1946, she married John Evanoff in Rock Springs. She was a teacher's aide at Overland Elementary School for eight years and retired in 1989. A Roman Catholic, she was a past member of the Winton Bridge Club, Pinedale Garden Club, and Reliance High Glee Club; and was a soloist for the Young At Heart Senior Citizens' Center Band. She enjoyed spending time with her family; playing bridge; working with children; gardening; cooking; crocheting and crafts; Japanese Bunka; and entertaining. Survivors include her husband of 59 years of Rock Springs; two daughters, Susan Park of Salt Lake City and Kathy Reynolds and her husband of Scottsbluff, Neb.; three grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents; a sister, Genevieve Delaurante; and two brothers, William "Bill" and Robert Dodds. The family would appreciate memorials to Young At Heart Senior Citizens' Center, 538 Pilot Butte Ave., Rock Springs, WY 82901; or a charity of the donor's choice. --- Rock Springs Daily Rocket-Miner, Oct 1, 2005 EVELYN PREDDY BUCHO Funeral services for Evelyn Preddy Bucho were conducted at 11 a.m. Tuesday, Sept. 27, 2005, at the Union Congregational Church in Green River. The Rev. Lisa Hart conducted the services. Interment was in the Riverview Cemetery. Mrs. Bucho, 88, of 125 Astle Ave., Green River, died on Friday, Sept. 23, 2005, at the Castle Rock Convalescent Center in Green River. A lifelong resident of Green River, Mrs. Bucho had been in ill health for the past four years. She was born on Aug. 21, 1917, in Rock Springs, the daughter of Halvor and Elvina Christensen Hermansen. Mrs. Bucho attended schools in Green River and graduated from the Lincoln High School in 1935. She married Frank C. Preddy in Green River in 1938 and he preceded her in death on Oct. 11, 1969. She later married James Bucho in Las Vegas on May 21, 1972. Mrs. Bucho was a sales clerk for Jefferis Furniture for 19 years and retired in 1978. She was a member of the Union Congregational Church and Order of the Eastern Star. Her interests included crocheting, figurine collecting, traveling and trailering. Survivors include her husband, James Bucho of Green River; one son, Dennis Preddy and wife Patty of Green River; one daughter, Claudine Bucho of Rock Springs; one sister, Phyllis Beebe of Salt Lake City; four grandchildren, Mark Preddy and wife Teresa, Michelle Petersen and husband Don, Kandi Winters and husband Andrew and Karen Meese and husband William; three great-grandchildren, James Robert Preddy, Lance Petersen and Drew Winters; and several nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents; her first husband, Frank Preddy; one sister, Ester Laramore; and two brothers, Harold Hermansen and Alton Hermansen. --- Rock Springs Daily Rocket-Miner, Oct 1, 2005 ERVIN ROBERT “BOB” BYTENDORP APTOS, Calif.—A memorial service for Ervin Robert “Bob” Bytendorp was conducted July 15, 2005, at Resurrection Catholic Church in Aptos. Graveside services and inurnment were conducted at 11 a.m. Saturday, Sept. 24, 2005, at the St. Joseph’s section of the Rock Springs Municipal Cemetery. Bytendorp, 82, died July 6, 2005 in Aptos, Calif. He was born in Rock Springs on May 23, 1923, to Beatrice and Herman Bytendorp. As a youth he worked in his father’s auto-body repair business. He later owned and operated the business The Downtown Body Shop, with Herman Corazza for many years. He was later employed by Paul Anselmi before retiring. He was a World War II Air Force veteran and a member of the SS. Cyril and Methodius Catholic Church. He was an active member and officer in the Knights of Columbus. He was also a member of the Fraternal Order of the Eagles. He and his wife, Jennie, raised two daughters, Barbara and Debra in Rock Springs. Bytendorp lived in Rock Springs for 67 years until moving to Aptos where he resided for the past 15 years. He is survived by two daughters, Barbara Grant and husband Michael and Debra Bytendorp and husband Daniel Barnard; four granddaughters, Allison and husband Barnaby Clark, Amy Annette and Amber Grant; one grandson, Zachary Barnard; and one great-granddaughter, Indianna Clark, all of northern California; and his many nieces, nephews and their children live in the Salt Lake City area. He was preceded in death by his wife, Jennie, in 1987. --- Rock Springs Daily Rocket-Miner, Oct 5, 2005 James Batista Garetto James Batista Garetto, 86, of 1200 Main St., Reliance, died at his home Monday, Oct. 2, 2005. A resident of Reliance for the past 52 years and former resident of Rock Springs, Garetto died following a sudden illness. He was born Sept. 13, 1919, in Clinton, Ind., the son of Lawrance and Mary Elizabeth Delaurante Garetto. He attended schools in Rock Springs. He married Effie Juanita Hanley in Manila, Utah, Dec. 15, 1940. She preceded him in death Feb. 3, 1991. Garetto was a U.S. Army veteran of World War II. He was employed at the Western Wyoming College as a tool room attendant and retired in 1981. He was a member of the Rock Springs Evangelical Free Church. His interests included spending time with his family and friends, fishing, hunting, woodworking, collecting trains, music, cooking, and he was an avid Wyoming Cowboy fan. Survivors include two sons, Larry Garetto and wife Patty of Urie, and Dave Garetto and wife Dodey of Rock Springs; one daughter, Cheryl Slater and husband Vernon of Rock Springs; 10 grandchildren; 21 great-grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents; his wife; one daughter, Deanna Logan; one brother, Alfred Garetto; one sister, Lily DeBernardi; and one grandson, David Logan. Funeral services will be conducted at 2 p.m. Friday, Oct. 7, 2005, at the Vase Funeral Chapel, 154 Elk St., Rock Springs. The Rev. Richard Carlson of the Rock Springs Evangelical Free Church will conduct services. Military graveside services and interment will be conducted by the American Legion Archie Hay Post No. 24. Burial will be in the Rest Haven Memorial Gardens. Friends may call at the funeral chapel Thursday, Oct. 6, 2005 from 4-8 p.m. and again Friday until time of services. --- Green River Star, Oct 5, 2005 Floelle Corazza Floelle R. Corazza, 50, Green River, died Sept. 29, at her home following a lengthy illness. She was born July 12, 1955, in Rock Springs, the daughter of Henry L. and Doris A Kilgore Fleming. She attended schools in Rock Springs and was a graduate of the Rock Springs High School with the class of 1975. She also attended Central Wyoming College in Riverton. She married Jim Corazza and they later divorced. Her interests included spending time with her family and she loved to collect frogs. Survivors include one son Josh Corazza of Rock Springs; her father Henry L. Fleming Sr. of Rock Springs; two brothers, Henry Fleming Jr. and wife Jenny of Great Ellingham, England, and Paul Fleming of Rock Springs; two sisters and brothers-in-law, Nanette and Paul Orme and of Green River, and Elizabeth and Jerry Grissom of Rock Springs;one niece, Brittany Grissom and four nephews, Tom Fleming, Pete Fleming, Tyrel Grissom and John Henry Fleming; several aunts, uncles, cousins. She was preceded in death by her mother Doris Fleming; maternal grandparents Melvin and Rosslee Kilgore and paternal grandparents William and Verna Fleming. Following cremation at the Vase White Mountain Crematory, a memorial service will be conducted at 10 a.m. tomorrow at the Vase Funeral Chapel in Rock Springs. Inurnment will be in the Mountain View Section of the Rock Springs Municipal Cemetery. Friends may call at the Vase Chapel one hour prior to services. The family suggests donations in her memory be made to Hospice of Sweetwater County. --- Green River Star, Oct 5, 2005 Josephine Demshar Josephine Demshar, 82, Green River, died Oct. 2 at the Castle Rock Convalescent Center following a lengthy illness. She was born Oct. 25, 1922, in Wiggins, Colo., the daughter of the late Martin and Kathryn Reiva. She attended schools in Rock Springs and was a Rock Springs High School graduate of the class of 1941. She was employed at Dye's Office Supply as a clerk for several years. She married Carl Demshar Sr. in Rock Springs in 1945. She was a member of Young At Heart Senior Citizens Center, Catholic Golden Age, Council of Catholic Women and KSKJ Lodge. Her interests were spending time with her grandchildren, attending her grandchildren's activities and she was a craft fair enthusiast. Survivors include her husband of Green River; one son and daughter-in-law, Carl Jr. and Lynne Demshar of Rock Springs; one daughter, Cathy Demshar Snarr of Palmer, Alaska; two grandchildren; several nieces and nephews. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by a brother, Martin Reiva Jr. Following cremation at the Vase White Mountain Crematory, a memorial mass will be celebrated at 1 p.m. tomorrow at Our Lady of Sorrows Catholic Church in Rock Springs. Inurnment will be in the Saint Joseph's Section of the Rock Springs Municipal Cemetery. Friends may call at the church one hour prior to services. The family suggests donations in her memory be made to Young At Heart Senior Center. --- John M. Anselmi Memorial Mass for Rock Springs resident John M. Anselmi, 75, will be celebrated at 10 a.m. Tuesday, Oct. 4, at Sts. Cyril and Methodius Catholic Church in Rock Springs. Cremation will have taken place. Visitation will be one hour prior to service-time. Memorial rosary will be recited at 7 p.m. Monday, Oct. 3, at the church. He died Sept. 29, 2005, at Wyoming Medical Center in Casper, following a brief illness. Born March 13, 1930, in Hollywood, Calif., he was the son of Lillie (Malmberg) and John B. Anselmi; and returned to Rock Springs with his family in 1932. He was raised and educated there and graduated from Holy Cross Abbey in Canon City, Colo. After graduating from the University of Wyoming, he joined the U.S. Army. Following his honorable discharge, he attended the University of San Francisco and St. Louis University and graduated from UW School of Law. He practiced law for many years with Walt Muir and owned and operated John Anselmi Realty. In 1966, he and his partners opened the Best Western Outlaw Inn and he was involved in the day-to-day operation until the present time. He and his brother, William A. "Bill" Anselmi, also established Wheel Estates Mobile Home Sales. He was a member of Holy Spirit Catholic Community; a past president and member of the Wyoming Game and Fish Commission; member of Rock Springs Parks and Recreation Board and its chairman when the Rock Springs Civic Center opened in 1978; founder of the Rock Springs Catholic School Foundation; and one of the founders of the Rock Springs Soup Kitchen. His interests included fund-raising, talking about current events and history, and being in the outdoors. Survivors include his uncle and aunt, Angelo and Irma Anselmi of Rock Springs; two sisters-in-law; five nephews; three nieces; and several great-nieces, great-nephews, and cousins. He was preceded in death by his parents; four brothers, Donald R., Paul D., William A. and Thomas M. Anselmi; and several uncles and aunts. The family would appreciate memorials to St. Joseph's Society for Priests, Priests Retirement Fund, in care of Leo Riley, 141 S. Center St., Suite 200, Casper, WY 82601. --- Joe Earl Sloat A memorial service for Rock Springs resident Joe Earl Sloat, 41, will be conducted at 10 a.m. Friday, Oct. 7, in Vase Funeral Chapel of Rock Springs. Cremation will have taken place and inurnment will be in Paul J. Wataha Memorial Park Cemetery. Visitation will be one hour prior to service-time Friday at the funeral home. He died Sept. 30, 2005, at his home, after a lengthy illness. Born April 17, 1964, in Rock Springs, he was the son of Roberta J. (Bell) and Hobert V. Sloat; and was raised and educated there. On Feb. 9, 1995, he married Taunya Diane Robinson in Rock Springs. He enjoyed his pets and hobbies. Survivors include his wife and mother of Rock Springs; four brothers, William, James and John Sloat of Rock Springs and Max Sloat of Fort Knox, Ky.; two sisters, Kathy Hemstock of Millington, Md., and Diana Foster of Rock Springs; and several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his father and a brother, Robert Sloat. --- Green River Star, Oct 10, 2005 Charmaine Marlene Smith Charmaine Marlene Smith, 73, of Green River, died Friday, Oct. 7, 2005, at the Castle Rock Convalescent Center in Green River after a lengthy illness. She was born Jan. 13, 1932 in Kemmerer, the daughter of Frieda and Fernand Fagnant. She was raised in Kemmerer and was a 1951 graduate of Kemmerer High School. She attended the University of Wyoming for one year before getting married and moving to Utah. She married William Dean Smith in June, 1951 in the Salt Lake LDS Temple. They enjoyed 53 years together. The couple moved to Green River in 1953 when Dean accepted a job with FMC. She substitute taught for many years in the Green River School District No. 2. She also taught piano lessons for many years. She has been an active member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints and held many positions. She directed and presented many plays, musicals and cantatas. Her musical ability has helped many people develop a love for music. Her other interests included quilting, sewing, bird watching, helping with weddings and spending time with her family. She felt a civic responsibility to her community and served on the Castle Rock Hospital Board for many years. She also volunteered many hours at the Convalescent Center by playing the piano for the entertainment and bringing back memories of better days. Survivors include her husband, Dean of Green River; five children Russell Smith and wife Lee, Nanette Lacey and husband Ken and Brad Smith and wife Barbara all of Green River, Jan Studer and husband Wally, of Rupert, Idaho, and Ross Smith and wife Chris of Cheyenne; 22 grandchildren, three great-grandchildren; two brothers, Richard Fagnant and wife Betty and Armand Fagnant and wife Myrtle of Kemmerer; several nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her father Fernand Fagnant, her mother Frieda Fagnant Little, one brother Gary Fagnant and stepfather William Little. Funeral services will be at 1 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 12, 2005, at the Green River LDS Stake Center, 120 Shoshone Ave., Green River. Bishop Greg ONeil will officiate. Friends may call from 6-7:30 p.m. Tuesday at the church and also 11:30-12:30 p.m. Wednesday prior to services at the church. Interment will take place in the Riverview Cemetery, Green River. --- Rock Springs Daily Rocket-Miner, Oct 15, 2005 RUTH ANN HERMANSEN Funeral services for Ruth Ann Hermansen were conducted at 11 a.m. Friday, Oct. 14, 2005 at the Union Congregational Church in Green River. The Rev. Lisa Hart conducted the services. Interment was in the Riverview Cemetery. Mrs. Hermansen, 86, of 437 N. First E., Green River, died Monday, Oct. 10, 2005 at the Castle Rock Convalescent Center in Green River. A lifelong resident of Green River, Mrs. Hermansen had been in ill health for the past several years. She was born on Nov. 1, 1918, in Green River, the daughter of William Mortimer and Esther Crofts. Mrs. Hermansen attended schools in Green River and was a 1936 Green River High School graduate. She married Alton Hermansen in Green River on Sept. 10, 1939. He preceded her in death on Sept. 15, 2004. Mrs. Hermansen was employed as a secretary for the Green River school district for many years. She was a lifetime member of the Union Congregational Church and the church organist for 46 years. Her interests included spending time with her family and friends, traveling, playing cards and doing community volunteer work. She played the organ and piano for countless weddings, funeral and church services. Mrs. Hermansen was a lifetime member of the Union Congregational Church and the organist for the Union Congregational Church for 46 years. She was a member of Order of Eastern Star and was worthy matron in 1946. Mrs. Hermansen was a P.E.O. past president, member of T.N.T. Traveling Group, Merry 8 Pinochle Club and We Moderns Bridge Club. Survivors include one son, Jerry Hermansen and Bridget Mackey, both of Pinedale; one daughter, Janet Adams and husband John of Lawrence, Kan.; two sisters, Billee Skinner of Salt Lake City, and Florence Walker of Harrisburg, Pa.; three grandchildren, Josie hermansen of Riverton, Ryan Adams and Jennifer Myers, both of Lawrence, Kan.; and several nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents; husband, Alton Hermansen; two sisters, Evelyn Carle and Elna Horton; and one brother, Harold Mortimer. --- Casper Star Tribune, Oct 17, 2005 Frank Pivik A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated for Frank Pivik, 92, at 10 a.m. Wednesday, Oct. 19, 2005, at the Sts. Cyril and Methodius Catholic Church. A parish rosary will be recited at 7 p.m. Tuesday at the church. Visitation will be from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. Tuesday, and Wednesday morning until the service. Interment will be in the St. Joseph's Section of the Rock Springs Municipal Cemetery. He died Friday, Oct. 14, 2005, at the Memorial Hospital of Sweetwater County following a brief illness. Born Feb. 21, 1913, in Hopkinsville to Frank and Helen Valancic Pivik, he attended schools in Rock Springs. He worked for the Union Pacific store as a baker and a butcher. He later worked for the Rock Springs Butchering Co. as a sausage maker, and the Union Merc as a butcher until his retirement in 1972. He married Julia Yugovich in Vernal, Utah, on March 16, 1935. They renewed their vows at Sts. Cyril and Methodius Church on May 23, 1956. He was an avid hunter, fisherman and story teller. He played the taburica and was known as a whistler. He celebrated his 90th birthday on Feb. 21, 2000, with many friends and family. He had been a resident of the Castle Rock Convalescent Center in Green River since December 2003. Survivors include a daughter, Helen Petersen and her husband; three grandsons; one granddaughter; two great-grandsons; three great-granddaughters; one great-great-granddaughter; three great-great-grandsons; and several sisters-in-law, nephews and nieces. He was preceded in death by his wife; parents; and a brother Anton E. Pivik. Memorials may be made to the Castle Rock Convalescent Center, 11445 Uinta Drive, Green River, WY 82935. --- Rock Springs Daily Rocket-Miner, Oct 17, 2005 Hazel Berniece Bersche WORLAND Hazel Bernice Bersche, 88, of Worland, died on Thursday, Oct. 13, 2005, at the Washakie Memorial Hospital. A resident of Worland since July and former longtime resident of Rock Springs, Mrs. Bersche died following a brief illness. She was born in Nebraska on May 11, 1917, the daughter of Fred and Roseaan Layher Porter. Her parents had 11 children and she was the 10th. She grew up in Spalding, Neb., and attended schools there with perfect attendance for 10 years and then graduated at 16. While in school she was active in choir. She married Vic E. Bersche on April 3, 1935, and they lived in Nebraska, Colorado and Okla-homa, moving to Rock Springs, where they lived for 53 years. Mrs. Bersche was employed by Sears & Roebuck for 28 years as a credit manager. She was on the board at the Rock springs Senior Citizens Center and Kimberly Manor. Mrs. Bersche volunteered delivery Meals-On-Wheels, called Bingo for the residents for 15 years. She was a very active member of the Trinity Lutheran Church and devoted her time teaching Sunday School and was in L.W.M.L. Her interests included gardening and tending her flowers and she was an avid bridge player. Mrs. Bersche loved spending time with her family and in 2003 moved to Worland to be closer to her daughter. Survivors include two daughters, Anne Frisbee and husband Gene of Worland and Kathryn McFarland of Denver; one son, Clayton Bersche and wife Dawn of Las Vegas; one sister, Myrtle Simpson of Salt Lake City; numerous grandchildren, great-grandchildren and great-great-grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, Vic E. Bersche; one son, Edouard Allen Bersche; a great-grandson, James Christian Black; nine brothers; and one sister. Funeral services will be conducted at 1 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 19, 2005, at the Vase Funeral Chapel, 154 Elk St., Rock Springs. Interment will be in Rest Haven Memorial Gardens. Friends may call at the funeral chapel Tuesday evening from 4-8 p.m. and again on Wednesday one hour prior to services. --- Anna Canestrini ROCK SPRINGS - A Mass of Christian Burial for Anna Canestrini, 98, will be celebrated at 10 a.m., Tuesday, Oct. 18, at Our Lady of Sorrows Catholic Church, 116 Broadway Ave., in Rock Springs. A Parish Rosary will be recited at 7 p.m., Monday, at the Vase Funeral Chapel. A visitation will be held Monday afternoon until 8 p.m., and Tuesday morning until the time of service, also at Vase Funeral Chapel. Interment will be in the St. Joseph section of the Rock Springs Municipal Cemetery. She died Oct. 14, 2005, at the Sage View Care Center in Rock Springs. Born Jan. 7, 1907, in Premier, Colo., she was the daughter of Fred and Oliva Dona Julian. She attended schools in Ogden, Utah, and Rock Springs. On Dec. 24, 1924, in Our Lady of Sorrows Church in Rock Springs, she married Sam Canestrini. Her husband preceded her in death in January 1965. She was a parishioner of Our Lady of Sorrows Catholic Church. Survivors include her daughter, Mrs. Ellen Shuster and her husband; her sisters, Lena Reinmiller of Klamath Falls, Ore., and Dora Metelko of Rock Springs; her daughter-in-law, Catherine Canestrini of Rock Springs; eight grandchildren; 16 great-grandchildren; a great-great-grandchild; and several nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents, a son, Richard J. Canestrini and her sister Alice Canestrini. Memorials in her honor can be made to the Alzheimer's Affiliation, P.O. Box 1493, Casper, WY 82602, or to Holy Spirit Catholic Community, P.O. Box 6038, Rock Springs, WY 82901, or to a charity of choice. --- Green River Star, Oct 19, 2005 Ishmael Olsen Ishmael “Ish” J. Olsen, 91, Rock Springs, died Oct. 13, at his residence following a brief illness. He was born March 14, 1914, in Reliance, the son of the late Oscar and Mary Logan Olsen. He attended schools in Rock Springs and graduated from Rock Springs High School with the class of 1934. He also attended the Laramie Technical Instrument School for two years. He married Margaret Paoli in Rock Springs in 1950. He was employed as branch manager of Teton Van Gas for 30 years until his retirement in 1981. He was a member of the Holy Spirit Catholic Community. His interests included fishing, his summer cabin in Pinedale, listening to books on tape and spending time with family and friends. He was a member of the American Legion Archie Hay Post 24 for 61 years. Survivors include his wife; one son, Neal Olsen of Salt Lake City; two daughters and sons-in-law, Carol and Joe Agostini of Rock Springs, and Diane and Craig Paisley of Bakersfield, Calif., and six grandchildren. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by one brother, Bill Olsen; one sister, Lorraine; one brother-in-law, Eugene Paoli and one step-grandson, Shane Paisley. The family will receive friends and family at the home of Carol and Joe Agostini, 2828 Colima Drive, Rock Springs. --- Casper Star Tribune, Oct 21, 2005 Gladwin Richard “Bus” Lewis Private family services will be held at a later date for Rock Springs resident Gladwin Richard "Bus" Lewis, 89, who died Oct. 15, 2005, at Memorial Hospital of Sweetwater County in Rock Springs, after a brief illness. Cremation will have taken place in Vase White Mountain Crematory in Rock Springs. Born June 7, 1916, on the Lower Penasco River, N.M., he was the son of Oscar Lewis and Olga Zora Thompson; and was educated in Gilbert, Ariz. He graduated from high school in 1932. He married Beulah Guy Small in Arizona. She preceded him in death in 1980 in Rock Springs. In 1982, he married Grace M. Stough in Las Vegas. She died in January 2005, after 23 years of marriage. A former resident of Aztec, N.M., and Arizona, he had lived in Rock Springs since 1960; and was the owner-operator of Lewis Mobile Home Park and a partner in Gateway Inc. He retired on Oct. 13, 2005. During his working career, he had been a dirt contractor and real estate investor; a school board member in Aztec; a long-time 4-H leader; a journeyman electrician; a rancher; a clothing-store owner; and a dairy farmer. He was a member of First Congregational Church-United Church of Christ, B.P.O. Elks Lodge No. 624 and Rolling Hills Golf Course; and enjoyed working in his yard. Survivors include his son, Gary Richard Lewis, and his wife of Las Vegas, N.M.; daughter, Paula K. Martin, and her husband of Rock Springs; a sister-in-law; sister, Bernice Sedig of Peoria, Ariz.; four grandchildren; and nine great-grandchildren. In addition to his wives, he was preceded in death by his parents and two brothers, Virgil Lewis and infant Oscar. The family would appreciate memorials to a charity of the donor's choice. --- Casper Star Tribune, Oct 22, 2005 Judy Swann Mass of Christian Burial for Rock Springs resident Judy Swann, 56, will be celebrated at 10 a.m. Tuesday, Oct. 25, at Our Lady of Sorrows Catholic Church in Rock Springs by Fr. Carl Beavers. Interment will be in Paul J. Wataha Memorial Park Cemetery. Parish rosary will be recited at 7 p.m. Monday, Oct. 24, at the church. Visitation will be from noon to 4 p.m. Monday in Vase Funeral Chapel of Rock Springs; and 5 to 8 p.m. Monday and, again, Tuesday morning at the church. She died Oct. 20, 2005, at her home, after a lengthy illness. Born July 30, 1949, in Rock Springs, she was the daughter of Edith and Leno Zadra; was raised and educated there; and graduated from Rock Springs High School in 1967. She attended Western Wyoming College and the University of Wyoming. On June 13, 1970, she married Dave Swann in Rock Springs. She was a teacher at Noah's Ark Preschool for many years; then was a teacher's aide and substitute teacher at Overland Elementary School, retiring in 2003. Her interests included cross-stitching and sewing; golfing; camping; and spending time with her family, especially her grandchildren. Survivors include her husband of 35 years of Rock Springs; son, Michael Swann, and his wife of Layton, Utah; daughter, Kristin Henson, and her companion of Rock Springs; three grandchildren; brother, John Zadra, and his wife of Robertson; sister, Lillian Zadra, and her husband of Seattle; two nieces; two nephews; and two "granddogs." She was preceded in death by her parents. The family would appreciate memorials to Hospice of Sweetwater County, 809 Thompson St., Suite D, Rock Springs, WY 82901. --- Rock Springs Daily Rocket-Miner, Oct 22, 2005 CHRISTINE M. STALICK CHEYENNE—Christine M. Stalick, 84, of Cheyenne, died Friday, Oct. 14, 2005, in Cheyenne. She was born Jan. 27, 1921, in Rock Springs. She was a homemaker and belonged to the UMC Auxiliary. Mrs. Stalick is survived by one son, John P. Stalick and wife Cokie of Sheridan; two daughters, Kathy and husband Steve Swaldi of Bryan, Texas, and Barbara Elmore and husband Bill of Scottsdale, Ariz.; sister, Mary Ann Piaia of Rock Springs; eight grandchildren; and four great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, John L. Stalick. Family services took place in Rock Springs. --- Rock Springs Daily Rocket-Miner, Oct 29, 2005 GEORGE A. SEITZ A mass of Christian burial was celebrated from George A. Seitz at 10 a.m. Thursday, Oct. 27, 2005, at the Immaculate Conception Catholic Church in Green River. The Rev. Tom Sheridan officiated. A parish rosary was recited at 7 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 26, 2005, at the church. Military graveside services and interment were in the Riverview Cemetery. Seitz, 84, of Green River died Saturday, Oct. 22, 2005 at the Memorial Hospital of Sweetwater County. A resident of Green River for 30 years and former resident of St. Louis, Mo., Seitz died following a sudden illness. He was born on Sept. 9, 1921 in Middlebrook, Mo., the son of William and Gertrude Kelly Seitz. Seitz married the former Dorothy Kiefer in St. Louis 44 years ago on May 27, 1961. He served in the U.S. Navy during World War II. He was a member of the Fraternal Order of the Eagles No. 2350, St. Louis Local Plumbers Union No. 36 and Local No. 192 Pipefitters Union in Green River since 1945. He worked on the construction of Church and Dwight, Jim Bridger Power Plant, the Memorial Hospital of Sweetwater County, among other places. Seitz was a member of the Immaculate Conception Catholic Church and the Green River Senior Citizens. His pursuits included playing cards and hunting. Survivors include his wife, Dorothy of Green River; one brother-in-law, Jess Kiefer; three sisters-in-law, Alice, Margie and Virginia; and several nieces, nephews and many friends. He was preceded in death by his parents, one brother and two sisters. --- Rock Springs Daily Rocket-Miner, Oct 29, 2005 GRANT VIRGIL TWITCHELL LAKE HAVASU CITY, Ariz.—Grant Virgil Twitchell, 89, died at Havasu Regional Medical Center in Lake Havasu City, Ariz., on Monday, Oct. 24, 2005. He was born on Feb. 21, 1916, in Manila, Utah, to William Hugh Twitchell and Louella Wade Twitchell. Twitchell grew up in the area around Manila and Green River, where he spent time working with an uncle who had a wagon freight business. He attended school in Green River and was active in athletics in basketball, football and track. He graduated from Lincoln High School in 1935. During his school years he met Dorothy Pearl Cottle and they were married on June 2, 1940. In 1938, Twitchell started his career with Union Pacific Railroad in Green River and retired in 1976 to enjoy his family and his game of golf where he was a charter member of Rolling Green Country Club. By 1985, Twitchell had discovered Arizona and chose to start spending much of the winter out of the snow with his new partner, Viola Larimore. They chose their winter habitat in Lake Havasu City. Twitchell is survived by his two children, George Twitchell of Laramie and Wadeen Lundgren of Green River; five grandchildren; nine great-grandchildren; and his partner, Viola Larimore. He was preceded in death by his wife, Dorothy in 1982. --- Rock Springs Daily Rocket-Miner, Nov 5, 2005 JACK LEE MICHAEL LOMA LINDA, Calif.—Funeral mass for Jack Lee Michael was Oct. 28, 2005 at 10 a.m. at Our Lady of the Valley Catholic Church, 780 S. State St., Hemet, Calif. The Rev. Joseph Deniger officiated. His body was then cremated and a memorial mass, officiated by Rev. Tom Sheridan, was said at Immaculate Conception Catholic Church in Green River on Friday, Nov. 4, 2005 at 10 a.m. followed by burial of his ashes at Riverview Cemetery, Green River. Michael, 64, died on Oct. 12, 2005, his 15th wedding anniversary, at the VA Loma Linda Healthcare System, Loma Linda, Calif., from an incurable cancerous brain tumor diagnosed July 21, 2004. He was born as Charles Augustus Ibert III on Nov. 13, 1941 in Sardis, Miss., and raised in the deep south, Midwest and Texas. Michael graduated from Western Military Academy High School in Illinois in 1960, spent six years of active duty in the U.S. Army serving in Okinawa and Vietnam 1963-69 and served in the Wyoming Army National Guard from 1980 to retirement in 1994. After 26 years, he retired from General Chemical in March of 2001, with his last work position as underground warehouseman. He previously worked with the severely retarded at the Wisconsin Colony and Training Center and at the Provo State Hospital in Utah. He attended Provo Technical College to just six months short of an associate’s degree in electrical, when he accepted a position in the “trona patch” in Green River. He married his wife, Dorothy, Oct. 12, 1990 in Green River, and the marriage was blessed at Our Lady of Sorrows Catholic Church, Rock Springs, on Dec. 15, 1995. Upon his retirement in 2001, he and his wife became full-time RVers, traveling in at least nine states and serving as volunteer camp hosts for the U.S. Forest Service. Their last trip was through western Canada to Alaska, where they were volunteer School Ground Camper Hosts on the Kenai Peninsula. He was a member of the Veterans of Foreign Wars, Fraternal Order of Eagles, AARP, Good Sam Fulltimers, Family Motor Coach Association, AOR and Western Horizon Resorts and Passport America. Michael’s activities were fishing, boating, camping, outdoor cooking, hiking, hunting, traveling, enjoying nature, listening to music (especially the 1950s and 60s), dancing, Karaoke, playing poker and solitaire and Rumikub, socializing, watching football, golfing, eating (especially at IHOP or Olive Garden), and above all, sharing time and experiences with his wife, children and grandchildren. He is survived by his wife, Dorothy Jeanne Michael of Green River; six children, Daniel Joseph Waters, 39, of Green River, David James Dayton, 37, of Portland, Ore., Theresa Michelle Michael, 35, of Hemet, Calif., Deborah Jeanne Dayton, 34, of Denver, Colo., Donna Jane McEntire, 34, and husband Doug of Greeley, Colo., and Timothy James Michael, 27, of San Diego; eight grandchildren, Alyssa Marie Waters, 8, Echoe Casia Dayton, 14, Hope Jordon Dayton, 3, Rebecca Anne Allen, 16, Brett Edward Allene, 14, Kaylae Dawn Allen, 11, Kyle Dee Michael, 6, and MacKenzie Renee Michael, 2; two sisters, Julee Ellen Mavrogeanes and husband Jimmie of Homewood, Ill., and Susan Rushing and husband Darin of Ogden, Utah; three brothers, Glynn Charles Ibert and wife Bobbette of Foley, Ala., George P. Ibert and wife Yvonne of Hammond, La., and Michael D. Ibert and wife Cynthia of Denham Springs, La.; numerous nieces and nephews; and his stepmother, Carolyn Ibert of Hammond, La. He was preceded in death by his paternal grandparents, Charles Augustus Sr. and Viola Ibert; his maternal grandparents, Jack Olen and Marie Ellen Lowery; his father, Charles Augustus Ibert II; his mother, Bessie Marie Lowery (aka Jill Page); and his niece, Cortnee Kay Ladue. --- Casper Star Tribune, Nov 8, 2005 Robert Louis Kladianos Mass of Christian Burial for Rock Springs resident Robert Louis Kladianos, 74, will be celebrated at 10 a.m. Wednesday, Nov. 9, at Sts. Cyril and Methodius Catholic Church in Rock Springs. A military graveside service will be accorded by American Legion Archie Hay Post No. 24 in Mountain View Section of Rock Springs Municipal Cemetery. Parish rosary will be recited at 7 p.m. today, Nov. 8, in Vase Funeral Chapel of Rock Springs. Visitation at the funeral home will be from 4 to 8 p.m. today and Wednesday morning until service-time. He died Nov. 6, 2005, at Sage View Care Center in Rock Springs, after two weeks of ill health. Born Sept. 27, 1931, in Superior, he was the son of Margaret and Louis Kladianos; was raised and educated there; and graduated from Superior High School in 1949. He served in the U.S. Army during the Korean War. A miner and surveyor for FMC Corp. for 35 years, he retired in 1994. He was a member of Holy Spirit Catholic Community and American Legion Archie Hay Post No. 24. His interests included hunting, coin-collecting, traveling, and spending time at his home in Jackson. Survivors include two brothers, Jim Kladianos of Rawlins and Chuck Kladianos and his wife of Rock Springs; sister, Patricia Radosevich of Laramie; and several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents. The family would appreciate memorials to a charity of the donor's choice. --- Rock Springs Daily Rocket-Miner, Nov 10, 2005 John W. “Jack” Seppie John W. “Jack” Seppie, 80, of 119 Thomas St., Rock Springs, died on Tuesday, Nov. 6, 2005, at the Memorial Hospital of Sweetwater County where he had been a patient for the past week. A lifelong resident of Rock Springs, Seppie had been in ill health for the past several years. He was born on June 10, 1925, in Lionkol, the son of Joseph F. and Hattie J. Drummond Seppie. Seppie attended schools in Rock Springs and was a graduate of the Rock Springs High School with the class of 1944. He served in the U.S. Army as a military policeman and was honorably discharged as a Corporal. Seppie was employed at Union Pacific Coal Company as a mine surveyor, a pressman at the Rocket-Miner and worked for the city of Rock Springs Street Department until his retirement in 1985. He was a lifelong member of the American Legion Archie Hay Post No. 24 and the Fraternal Order of Eagles. His interests included hunting, fishing, camping, pitching horseshoes and gambling and providing the family with many funny stories. Survivors include his sister-in-law, Miriam Seppie; one nephew, John H. Seppie and wife Sandy, their children, Brandi Seppie, Christi Lang and husband Jody and Cole Seppie, who have provided home care for him for the past nine years; and many nieces, nephews and cousins. He was preceded in death by his parents; one brother, Harry Seppie; a sister that died at birth; and a great-nephew, Joseph L. Seppie. The family will be receiving family and friends at 119 Thomas St., Rock Springs. Funeral services will be conducted at 11 a.m. Saturday, Nov. 12, 2005, at the Vase Funeral Chapel, 154 Elk St., Rock Springs. The Rev. Sue Pierce will conduct the services. Military graveside services and interment will be at Rest Haven Memorial Gardens. Friends may call at the funeral chapel Friday afternoon from 4-8 p.m. and on Saturday at the funeral chapel until time of services. --- Rock Springs Daily Rocket-Miner, Nov 12, 2005 FINNBORG “GINA” GUDMUNDA GILKEN A memorial service for Finnborg “Gina” Gudmunda Gilken was conducted at 1 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 9, 2005, at the Immaculate Conception Catholic Church in Green River. Inurnment was in the Columbarium Gardens at the Riverview Cemetery. Mrs. Gilken, 57, of 497 N. First E. St., Green River, died Friday, Nov. 4, 2005 at her home. A longtime resident of Green River and former resident of Downingtown, Pa., Mrs. Gilken died following an illness of one year. She was born Nov. 15, 1947 in Reykjavik, Iceland, the daughter of Sigmundir H. Hansen and Engilrad O. Felegy, and she came to the United States when she was 14 years old. Mrs. Gilken attended schools in Downington and was a graduate of the Downington High School with the class of 1967. She married Robert Gilken March 11, 1977, in Downingtown. Mrs. Gilken was employed for 12 years at City Market and was the deli and bakery manager. She later worked at Smith’s Food and Drug Center in Green River, and was the bakery manager for two years. She had a love of her native land of Iceland, crocheting, needlepoint, seeing wonders of nature, DJing, dancing and playing computer games. The interests that gave her the most joy was spending time with her family, especially her husband, children and grandchildren. Survivors include her husband, Robert Gilken of Green River; her parents, Engilrad O. Felegy of Downingtown and Sigmundir H. Hansen of Eykjavik, Iceland; one son, Jason Gilken and wife Bridget of Laramie; four daughters, Wendy Jordan and husband Jack of Grovetown, Ga., Candace Michnuk of Waynesboro, Ga., Shawna Mattson and husband Nathan of Green River and Ashley Gilken of Laramie; four brothers, Gisli Sigmundson, Gunnar Sigmundson, Gudjon Sigmundson, all of Iceland, and Eugene Felegy of Lancaster, Pa.; four sisters, Sigrun Sigmundsdottir of Iceland, Linda Felegy of Coatesville, Pa., and Coralee Yost and Cindy Fitts, both of Downingtown; stepfather, Eugene M. Felegy of Downingtown; aunt and uncle, Palla and Jon Juliusson of Iceland; four grandchildren, Dawn Johnson of Augusta, Ga., Olina Michnu of Waynesboro, Ga., and Josh Mattson and Abby Mattson of Green River; and several nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her grandson, Eathan Alexander Mattson; and her grandparents, Finnborg H. Finnbogadottir and Gudmunder Palsson. Cremation has taken place. --- Rock Springs Daily Rocket-Miner, Nov 15, 2005 Sarah Maud “Sally” Bercich CHEYENNE Sarah Maud “Sally” Bercich, 91, of Cheyenne, died at the Cheyenne Medical Center Nursing Home at 7 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 13, 2005. A resident of Cheyenne for the past seven years and former longtime resident of Rock Springs, Mrs. Bercich died following a lengthy illness. She was born March 25, 1914, in Rock Springs, the daughter of William Bill and Edith Griffiths. Mrs. Bercich attended schools in Rock Springs and was a 1932 graduate of the Rock Springs High School. She later attended University of Southern California where she obtained her bachelors degree in education. She married Peter Bercich Aug. 24, 1937, in Rock Springs. He preceded her in death on May 21, 1964. Mrs. Bercich was employed as a school teacher for School District No. 1 and was primarily a fifth-grade school teacher at Roosevelt Elementary for many years and later was an employee of Sears. She was a member of the Holy Spirit Catholic Community. Her interests were spending time with her family and friends. She loved people. Survivors include one son, Paul P. Bercich and wife Toni M. of Cheyenne; one brother-in-law, Stan Bercich of Galveston, Texas; two grandsons, Andrew T. Bercich of Denver and Peter M. Bercich of Murfreesboro, Tenn.; and several nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents; one daughter, Edith Marie Bercich; three brothers, Bill, Ben and Thomas; and one sister, Elizabeth Gatti. A Mass of Christian burial will be celebrated at 10 a.m. Thursday, Nov. 17, 2005, at the SS. Cyril and Methodius Catholic Church, 633 Bridger Ave., Rock Springs. Monsignor William Delaney and Deacon David Zelenka will officiate. Interment will be in Rest Haven Memorial Gardens. Friends may call at the Vase Funeral Chapel Wednesday evening from 4-8 p.m. and again Thursday morning until time of services. --- Rock Springs Daily Rocket-Miner, Nov 16, 2005 Clyde Norman Heavin Clyde Norman Heavin, 74, of Reliance died Monday, Nov. 14, 2005, at his home after a lengthy illness. Heavin was born July 24, 1931, in Morrill, Neb., the son of Joseph Clyde and Daisy Pearl Prideaux Heavin. He attended schools in Morrill and graduated from Morrill High School with the class of 1952. On July 3, 1959, he married Carole Jo Russell in Rapid City, S.D. He owned and operated Heavin Construction from 1974 to 1984. He was employed at Bridger Coal until his retirement on July 31, 1998. Heavin served in the U.S. Air Force during the Korean War. He was a member of the American Legion Archie Hay Post No. 24. He was baptized and confirmed a member of the Trinity Lutheran Church on Aug. 20, 1972. His interests included spending time with his family, music, hunting, fishing, camping, and teaching his grandchildren how to drive a stick shift. He had a great interest in watching Rock Springs grow as a community. His interest in music included gospel, country western and even tolerance for rock and heavy metal supplied by his grandchildren. He played in several bands in Nebraska, South Dakota and Rock Springs. After his retirement and toward the end of his illness, Heavin and his wife had interest in watching the wild horse herd which roamed north of his Reliance home. Survivors include his wife, Carole Heavin of Reliance; two sons, Todd N. Heavin, and Shane A. Heavin and wife Emmy, all of Reliance; two daughters, Jody L. James and husband Tom of Green River and Noreen M. Hove and husband Mike of Rock Springs; and eight grandchildren, Jason Apostolope, Cassie Watson, Reider James, Chance James, Cole Heavin, Shaylyn Heavin, Flynt Heavin and Jo Heavin. He was preceded in death by his parents, Joseph and Daisy Heavin; sister, Mary Lou Brunz; niece, Deanna Hewitt; and great niece, Crissy Hewitt. Funeral services will be conducted at 11 a.m. Saturday, Nov. 19, 2005, at Fox Funeral Home, 2800 Commercial Way, Rock Springs, where friends may call from 6-9 p.m. Friday, Nov. 18, 2005. Interment with military honors will be conducted at Rest Haven Memorial Gardens in Rock Springs. --- Casper Star Tribune, Nov 17, 2005 Donald Ernest Lund A memorial service for Rock Springs resident Donald Ernest Lund, 77, will be conducted at 11 a.m. Friday, Nov. 18, in Vase Funeral Chapel of Rock Springs. Cremation will have taken place and a graveside service be held in Paul J. Wataha Memorial Park, with military rites accorded by American Legion Archie Hay Post No. 24. Visitation will be one hour prior to service-time at the funeral home. He died Nov. 12, 2005, at Ivinson Memorial Hospital in Laramie, after a sudden illness. Born Feb. 3, 1928, in Maskell, Neb., he was the son of Emma and Olaf Lund; was raised and educated there; and graduated from Maskell High School in 1945. He attended the University of Nebraska. He served in the U.S. Coast Guard during World War II. On Nov. 14, 1954, he married Emma Begovich in Rock Springs. She preceded him in death on May 8, 1987, after 32 years of marriage. He was employed by Bridger Coal Co. as an equipment operator for 15 years and retired in May 1988. On April 7, 1992, he married Peggy Corhn Walker in Elko, Nev. He was a member of the B.P.O. Elks Lodge, Fraternal Order of Eagles, American Legion Archie Hay Post No. 24 and Veterans of Foreign Wars. His interests included golfing, hunting, fishing, horseshoe-pitching, and spending time with his family. He was one of the founding members of Rolling Green Country Club. Survivors include his wife, son, Donald T. Lund, and his wife, and two daughters and their husbands, Cathy Samsel and Pamela Tiller, all of Rock Springs; three brothers, Duane Lund of Arizona City, Ariz., Conrad Lund of Bradenton, Fla., and Laurel Lund of Newcastle, Neb.; three stepdaughters, Loreena Cathey and her husband of Sioux Falls, S.D., Joreena Lasich of Seattle and Tammy Nowland and her husband of Rock Springs; 11 grandchildren; five great-grandchildren; and several cousins, nieces and nephews. In addition to his first wife, he was preceded in death by his parents; three brothers, Palmer, Parker and Claire; and four sisters, Charline, Twila, Lavone and Lynnette. --- Rock Springs Daily Rocket-Miner, Nov 19, 2005 GEORGE ALDEN SAMPLE Graveside services and interment for George Alden sample were conducted at 11 a.m. Saturday, Nov. 12, 2005, at the Eden Valley Cemetery in Farson. Sample, 65, of Eden, died Nov. 8, 2005 in Cheyenne. He was born Jan. 6, 1940 in Nacogdoches, Texas, the son of Jason William and Mina Elizabeth Hanna Sample. He attended schools in Texas, Wyoming, Utah, Colorado and Montana. He graduated from Price High School in Price, Utah, with the class of 1958. He attended Alaska Methodist University in Alaska, and Steven F. Austin College in Nacogdoches. He married Connie Hulinger in 1964. They were later divorced. On Sept. 2, 1990, he married Sharron Sue Chidester in Elko, Nev. He spent many years in the oilfields in Peak, Alaska with Kodiak Oil as a field hauler. He also worked for Talco and Hemphill Oil companies in Rock Springs and Dalgarno and Bowen Oil Companies in Casper. He presently was self-employed doing pilot car services. He served his country in the Federal Reserves from 1958-1968. He was a member of Local Union 959 Teamsters. He was also a member of the Church of Christ. His interests included hunting, fishing, traveling and photography. Survivors include his wife, Sharron Sample of Eden; mother, Mina Sample of Nacogdoches; five sons, Charles Alden Sample and wife Madelene of Casper, Clinton Bennett Sample and wife Vicki of Casper, Casey Chad Sample of Casper, James Glen Clerico and wife Christina of Walsport, Ore., and William Jack Clerico of Logan, Utah; two daughters, Loretta Gull and husband Darrel and Cheryl Mears and husband Rory, all of Salt Lake City; brother, Jason Daniel Sample and wife Chris of Rock Springs; 14 grandchildren; and numerous aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his father, Jason William Sample; and one son, Ted Clerico. --- Casper Star Tribune, Nov 27, 2005 Anna Catherine Fortuna Memorial Mass for Rock Springs resident Anna Catherine Fortuna, 95, will be celebrated at 10 a.m. Monday, Nov. 28, at Sts. Cyril and Methodius Catholic Church in Rock Springs. Cremation will have taken place in Vase White Mountain Crematory in Rock Springs. Visitation will be one hour prior to service-time at the church. She died Nov. 25, 2005, at her home, after a brief illness. Born June 4, 1910, in Rock Springs, she was the eldest of eight children of Mary (Kershisnik) and Anton Fortuna; and, at age 1, moved with her family to Willard, Wis., where she was raised and educated. During the Depression, she left the farm at age 16 to find work in St. Paul, Minn., and Chicago. She then returned to her birthplace to visit family members. Finding Wyoming to her liking, she worked for Dr. Chambers in Pinedale. On Sept. 20, 1930, she married John Andrew Fortuna in Rock Springs. He preceded her in death on June 17, 1975, after 44 years of marriage. Her husband taught her to love exploring the Wyoming countryside, hunting, and fishing. She continued to hunt until she was 80 and fish until age 90. Over the years, she traveled throughout the United States, Mexico, and Yugoslavia with relatives and senior-citizen groups. She was a member of Holy Spirit Catholic Community, American Fraternal Union, St. Monica's Sodality, Catholic Women's Assoc., and Young-At-Heart Senior Citizens' Center. Her interests included bowling, as a member of leagues from 1960 to 1998; crocheting; and traveling to visit her grandchildren. Survivors include two sons, John Fortuna Jr. of Rock Springs and Raymond Fortuna and his wife of Lander; daughter, Mary Ann Nelson, and her husband of Idaho Falls, Idaho; 11 grandchildren; 17 great-grandchildren; three great-great-grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews. In addition to her husband, she was preceded in death by four brothers, three sisters, and a great-grandson. The family would appreciate memorials to Holy Spirit Catholic Community, P.O. Box 6038, Rock Springs, WY 82902; or St. Joseph's Children's Home, P.O. Box 1117, Torrington, WY 82240-1117. --- Green River Star, Nov 30, 2005 Jerry Lee Jerry Lee, 83, Rock Springs, died Nov. 28, at the University of Utah Hospital in Salt Lake City following a brief illness. She was born Sept. 14, 1922, in Missoula, Mont., the daughter of the late Edward and Veronica O'Neill Riley. She attended schools in California and Green River, graduating from Green River High School with the class of 1940. She then attended two years at the University of Wyoming where she was a member of the Kappa Kappa Gamma Sorority and was voted most popular woman on campus. She married John Madison Lee in 1944. They celebrated 47 years of marriage before his death in 1991. She was a devout Catholic who served the Our Lady of Sorrows Parish in numerous capacities including active involvement with St. Jude's and St. Teresa's circles, the OLS parent teacher organization, deanery, and as past president of the Council of Catholic Women. Her interests included spending time with her family and friends, reading and keeping abreast of current events. Prior to losing her eyesight, she had introduced duplicate bridge to Rock Springs and enjoyed participating in several clubs. She was also an avid golfer and supporter of the University of Wyoming football team. She was a lifelong member of PEO and served on the first board of directors for the Southwest Wyoming Rehabilitation Center. Survivors include one sister, Mary Vacek of Houston, Texas; six children and their spouses, Tim and Katie Beppler of Evanston, Mike and Amy McClure of Lander, John Lee and Lora Hittle of Green River, Joe and Mary Johnson of Papillion, Neb., Scott and Abby Putnam of Algonquin, Ill., Casey Lee of Laramie; and six grandchildren. In addition to her parents and husband, she was preceded in death by one brother, Bernard Riley. A mass of Christian burial was celebrated this morning at Our Lady of Sorrows Catholic Church in Rock Springs. Interment was in the Paul J. Wataha Memorial Park. --- Donnilea “Donna” Myska Mass of Christian Burial for former Rock Springs resident Donnilea "Donna" Myska, 85, of Wheatridge, Colo., will be celebrated at 10:30 a.m. Friday, Dec. 9, at Sts. Cyril and Methodius Catholic Church in Rock Springs. Interment will be in Paul J. Wataha Memorial Park. Visitation will begin at 9 a.m. Friday at the church; parish rosary will be recited at 10 a.m. She died Dec. 2, 2005, at Wheatridge Manor, after a lengthy illness. Born Jan. 4, 1920, in Leadville, Colo., she was the daughter of John Klintz and Mary Adamic; and was raised and educated there. On Sept. 3, 1951, she married John "Smitty" Myska in Green River. He preceded her in death on July 14, 1989, after 37 years of marriage. A retail clerk for many years, she was employed by Safeway and Union Mercantile and retired on Jan. 1, 1970. She was a long-time resident of Rock Springs for lived in Wheatridge for the last several years. She was a member of Holy Spirit Catholic Community and K.S.K.J. Lodge No. 86. Survivors include her sister and brother-in-law, Madeline and Charles Trevethan of Wheatridge. In addition to her husband, she was preceded in death by her parents; four brothers, John, Ernest, Joe and Frank Klintz; three sisters, Anna and Ernestine Klintz and Mary Kenick; and her stepmother, Agnes Klintz. The family would appreciate memorials to Holy Spirit Catholic Community, P.O. Box 6038, Rock Springs, WY 82902. --- Rock Springs Daily Rocket-Miner, Dec 10, 2005 CAROL U. HIBLER A mass of Christian burial was celebrated for Carol U. Hibler at 1 p.m. Wednesday, Dec. 7, 2005 at the Immaculate Conception Catholic Church, Green River. The Rev. Tom Sheridan officiated. A parish rosary was recited at 7 p.m. Tuesday, Dec. 6, 2005, at the church. Interment was in the Riverview Cemetery. Mrs. Hibler, 87, of 550 Clark St., Green River, died on Thursday, Dec. 1, 2005 at the Castle Rock Convalescent Center. A longtime resident of Green River and former resident of Buffalo, Mrs. Hibler died following a brief illness. She was born on Jan. 9, 1918 in Buffalo, the daughter of Mike A. and Leora Gebhart Hakert. She attended schools in Buffalo and graduated in Hinkley, Minn., with the class of 1936. She married Howard O. Hibler in Buffalo on May 18, 1938. He preceded her in death in Rock Springs on Oct. 1, 1985. Mrs. Hibler was a cook for the Manila High School in Manila, Utah, and the Green River High School in Green River. She retired in 1983. She was a member of the Immaculate Conception Catholic Church and the Catholic’s Women’s Organization. Her interests included spending time with her family, reading, crocheting and cooking. Survivors include her daughter, Lorraine Beck and husband Larry of Green River; one sister, Nancy Lee Beattie of Buffalo; three grandchildren, Becky Gomez and husband David, Lorrie Peterson and husband Erik and Mike Beck and wife Jodi; seven great-grandchildren, Jeremy, Nathaniel and Kristian Gomez, Leslie and Karlie Peterson and Bevan and Magan Beck; two great-great-grandchildren, Skylee and Malea Gomez; and several nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents; husband; two sisters, Eulala Elsom and Hazel Balden; and one brother, Andrew Hakert. --- Rock Springs Daily Rocket-Miner, Dec 10, 2005 WILLIAM M. WESTBROOK PINEDALE—Funeral services for William M. Westbrook were conducted at 10 a.m. Monday, Dec. 5, 2005 at the Vase Funeral Home in Rock Springs. Cremation followed. Westbrook, 88, of Pinedale, died on Thursday, Dec. 1, 2005 at the Sage View Care Center in Rock Springs. A resident of Pinedale for eight years and former resident of Rock Springs, Westbrook died following a lengthy illness. He was born on Nov. 4, 1917, in Walsenburg, Colo., the son of John T. and Dorothy Proud Westbrook. Westbrook attended school in Walsenburg, Colo. He married the former Josephine Tomich in Rock Springs in December of 1949. She preceded him in death on Sept. 1, 2000, in Pinedale. Westbrook worked as a coal miner for 37 years and was employed with the Monsanto Company until his retirement in 1972. He was a member of the United Mine Workers of America and the Methodist Church. His interests included fishing, camping and hunting. Survivrso include three sons, Ed Westbrook and wife Lenora of Olympia, Wash., Joseph Koritnik and wife Mary, and Louis Koritnik, all of Cheyenne; two daughters, Mary Washam and husband Jim of Pinedale and Judy Abram and husband David of Rock Springs; one sister, Dorothy Matteo of Pasadena, Calif.; 15 grandchildren; 27 great-grandchildren; two great-great-grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents; wife, Josephine; one son, Steve Koritnik; and three brothers, Raymond, Walter and John. --- Rock Springs Daily Rocket-Miner, Dec 10, 2005 LEWIS F. ZOHNER MANILA—Graveside services and interment for Lewis F. Zohner were conducted at 1 p.m. Friday, Dec. 9, 2005, at the Manila Cemetery in Manila, Utah. Zohner, 77, of Manila, died Dec. 7, 2005 at the Castle Rock Convalescent Center in Green River after a lengthy illness. He was born July 1, 1928 in Cedron, Teton, Idaho, the son of Jacob Zohner and Polly Miller. He married Doris Rae Lavender on Aug. 23, 1952 in Utah. She preceded him in death May 13, 2003. Zohner attended schools in Driggs, Idaho, and graduated from Driggs High School. He retired from General Chemical as an electrician. He had been a volunteer firefighter for many years. Lewis was a veteran having served his country in the U.S. Army. Survivors include one son, Richard Zohner of Manila; one daughter, Linda Kay Zohner of California; and numerous brothers and sisters. He was preceded in death by his parents; wife, Doris; and a son, Terry Lewis Zohner. --- Rock Springs Daily Rocket-Miner, Dec 13, 2005 Ila Mae Davis Ila Mae Davis, 76, of 2050 Springs Drive No. 7, Rock Springs, died on Sunday, Dec. 11, 2005, at the University of Utah Medical Center in Salt Lake City. A resident of Rock Springs for 44 years and former resident of Riverton, Mrs. Davis died following an illness of three months. She was born on June 22, 1929, in Grass Creek, the daughter of Elzie and Maude Elizabeth Dodds Shoopman. Mrs. Davis attended schools in Grass Creek and Thermopolis. She married Donald D. Davis Sr. in Thermopolis on March 11, 1949. He preceded her in death on Sept. 28, 1995, in Rock Springs. Her interests included crocheting and doing plastic canvas. She is survived by one son, Donald Dean Davis Jr. and wife Jeanne of Rock Springs; three daughters, Barbara Jean Stanton and husband Phillip of Riverton, Deloris Dea Skewes and husband Jack of Duchesne, Utah, and Patricia Mae Davis of Riverton; one sister, Lucille Wright of Thermopolis; 18 grandchildren; and 21 great-grandchildren. Mrs. Davis was preceded in death by her parents; husband; two daughters, Toni L. Davis and Linda Diane Davis; three brothers; one sister; and one granddaughter, Francis Jean Wagner. Funeral services will be conducted at noon on Monday, Dec. 19, 2005, at the First Assembly of God Church, 2191 Century Blvd., Rock Springs. The Rev. Jesse Ybarra will conduct the services. Interment will be at the Rest Haven Memorial Gardens, Rock Springs. Friends may call at the church Monday, Dec. 19, 2005, one hour prior to services. --- Rock Springs Daily Rocket-Miner, Dec 17, 2005 ARLO ROBERT ASEVEDO GLENDALE, Ariz.—Arlo Robert Asevedo, 31, of Glendale, Ariz., died accidentally in his home on Wednesday, Oct. 26, 2005. He was born Nov. 4, 1973 in Seattle. He was a certified master technician in heating and cooling. He owned his own business, Assured Mechanical. He lived in Rock Springs, Green River, Cody, Evanston, Sheridan, Casper and Worland before moving to Salt Lake City, then taking up residence in the Phoenix, Ariz., area. He enjoyed fishing, four-wheeling and pool. His biggest joy was his children. Survivors include his wife, Stacy; six children including Brandon, Blake and Ashley; his father, Robert Asevedo; his mother, Donna O’Banion-Crook of Superior; his sister, Sara Swanson; and nephew, Aadam Swanson; and his grandparents, Ardith O’Banion and R.W. O’Banion. He was preceded in death by stepfather, Kevan Crook; and grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. Asevedo. Cremation has taken place. A gravesite memorial will take place at a later date at the Superior Cemetery. --- Rock Springs Daily Rocket-Miner, Dec 17, 2005 HAZEL BELLE WARD POLHAMUS A farewell gathering for friends and family to reminisce and honor Hazel Belle Ward Polhaums was conducted at the Green River Bible Baptist Church at Pioneer Park in Green River, Sunday, Dec. 11, 2005 from 2-4 p.m. The funeral was at 11 a.m., followed by lunch at the Christian Church. Burial took place at the Manila Cemetery, Manila, Utah. Mrs. Polhamus died Tuesday, Dec. 6, 2005 in Rock Springs. She was born Jan. 3, 1904 to Samuel Isham and Daisy (Mattinson) Ward in Payson, Utah. Her young life was one of frequent changes, as her father often traveled in his role of itinerant Presbyterian minister, Buckeye, Texas, Thermal, California, Coffeyville, Kansas, and Brokenbow , Oklahoma., were some of her childhood homes. Her mother died early, leaving Hazel living with her Aunt May and Uncle John David McGill of Enid, Oklahoma. During the depression years, she managed by working maid service in wealthy homes in Chicago area. Later, she earned a bachelors degree from Park College of Parkville, Mo. The lure to the west pulled her to Fort Collins, Colo., where she med Roy Polhamus, the man who later became her husband. While attending Colorado State University, she was an active member of their hiking club climbing several Colorado peaks of over 14,000 feet in elevation. She and Roy were married in Cheyenne in 1942. Polhamus began teaching in Parshall, Colo. Her conviction was that school children should not use foul language, and she was known to wash out with soap the mouths of those who did. Other classrooms were in Fraser and Tabernash, Colo., and Dutch John and Manila, Utah, where she retired in 1967. She then taught at Gillette. She was born before birth certificates were common, so needed to prove her age upon retirement time. Since her husband died in 1980, she has lived at the home of her daughter, Jan Scott of Green River, where she had been active in the lives of her grandchildren. Favorite activities included reading the Bible, exploring the area’s sage-covered hills for fossils, painting outdoor scenes, teaching piano to her grandchildren, reading about the Creation, and traveling everywhere. She had an inquiring mind, and took delight in family get-togethers. She lived her Christian convictions and was happy to share The Gospel with others. Her church life was important to her. She is survived by brothers, Samuel Ward, Harold Ward, Paul Ward and Robert Ward; sister, Alice Shoop; her daughters, Daisy Burnette of Ephrata, Wash., Barbara and Jim Choury of Teresina, Brazil, and Jan and Don Scott of Green River; son, Dave and Judy Polhamus of Gold Beach, Ore.; 11 grandchildren and seven great-grandchildren, John-David, Jay and Charley Burnette and Anne Burnette Niblett, husband Jason and their children, Charis, Josiah and Noah, Dianna Jo Polhamus Renz, husband Darren and daughter Jacqueline of Rock Springs, Mike Polhamus, Scott and Jessica Polhamus and daughter Jade, Neil and Misti Scott and daughters, Raina and Lisa of Rock Springs, Marine Lance Corporal Daniel Glenn Scott and Marine Private First Class hazel E. Hilea Scott, both of Green River. She was preceded in death by a son, Benjamin Lee “Jimmy”; and her husband, Roy. --- Rock Springs Daily Rocket-Miner, Dec 17, 2005 MABLE VIRGIE CALL POTTER Funeral services for Mable Virgie Call Potter were conducted at 11 a.m. Saturday, Dec. 10, 2005 at the Green River LDS 7th Ward Chapel in Green River. Interment was in the Riverview Cemetery in Green River. Mrs. Potter, 87, died in the early hours Dec. 4, 2005 at Castle Rock Convalescent Center in Green River after being in ill health since April of this year. She was born September 29, 1918 in Afton (Star Valley), the daughter of Farnham Lamoni Call and Lillie May Welch. She was the fifth of eight children. She attended school in Afton. Her high school education was curtailed by a severe motor-cycle accident resulting in a badly fractured leg. She was bedridden for one year. She was born into a family of perfectionists with many varied talents and trades. Her father and brothers were all more than carpenters. They were craftsmen with wood, building many homes and businesses in and out of the Star Valley area. Her father helped his father, Anson Vascoe Call II, build the Star Valley Stake Center in Afton. The women were talented seanstresses, designers, homemakers and milliners. She married Rex Miller Draney on Oct. 16, 1934 in Randolph, Utah. To this union were born four children, Jeraldine Jasperson, Delano Rex Draney, Leland Call Draney and Roger Kent Draney. A divorce resulted in her later marrying Delbert Milton Johnson on July 20, 1945 in Ogden, Utah. She then became mother to his two children, Klaar, 5, and Jon Howard, 2. Her husband was in construction work so the family moved on the average of five times a year until settling in Layton, Utah. They were later divorced. After several years of living with her daughter, Jeraldine in Green River, she met and married Cyril Potter on Oct. 11, 1958, in Green River, where they made their home. She was employed for many years with Little America. Mrs. Potter was a member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Her talents extended to designing and building, not only with sewing and crochet but wood work, home building, laying carpet and doing rock work as well as being an exemplary homemaker. She filled her home with beautiful homemade items. She was the happiest sewing and making wonderful meals for her family and friends. Shew sewed an outfit which she designed and made from a newborn calf. It was worn by Betty Jo Potts when representing the Wyoming PTA in Washington, D.C. in 1959. Her other interests were her children, grandchildren, spending time and talents with them at every opportunity, the outdodors, camping, hunting and cooking. Survivors include a brother, Verdell Call of Afton; a daughter, Jeraldine Jasperson and husband Tex of Green River; a son, Delano Draney of Rock Springs; 10 grandchildren, 30 great grandchildren; and nine great-great grandchildren; several nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents; husband, Cyril; brothers, Lamoni, Garwin, Lathair and Lawrence; sisters, Sylvia (infant), and Fontella Harrison; two sons, Leland and Roger; two grandsons, Kole Jasperson and Rod Rick Draney, and stepson Jon Howard Johnson. --- Casper Star Tribune, Dec 18, 2005 Lisa A. Parana A memorial service for Rock Springs resident Lisa A. Parana, 46, will be conducted at 10 a.m. Tuesday, Dec. 20, in Vase Funeral Chapel of Rock Springs. Cremation will have taken place. Visitation will be one hour prior to service-time. She died Dec. 14, 2005, at Memorial Hospital of Sweetwater County in Rock Springs. Born July 26, 1959, in Rock Springs, she was the daughter of Frances Jean (Korogi) and Ted Brown; and was raised and educated there. On May 4, 1986, she married William J. Parana in Park City, Utah. She was a member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints and enjoyed spending time with her family, especially her grandchildren; playing bingo; camping; and arrowhead-hunting. She loved her dogs. Survivors include her husband, her parents, two daughters and their husbands, Melissa Fran Finley and Jaclyn Tucker, all of Rock Springs; brother, Shawn Brown, and his wife of Hanover, Md.; sister, Tina Brown of Destin, Fla.; a granddaughter; two grandsons; and several aunts, uncles, and cousins. She was preceded in death by her maternal grandparents, Tillie and Jack Korogi; and her paternal grandparents, Dolly and David Brown. The family would appreciate memorials to Rock Springs Humane Society, 310 Yellowstone Road, Rock Springs, WY 82901. --- Rock Springs Daily Rocket-Miner, Dec 19, 2005 Dorothy May Teters Moon ST. GEORGE, Utah--Dorothy May Teters Moon, 90, died Dec. 15, 2005, at her home in St. George, Utah, after a short illness. She was born Oct. 29, 1915, at Red Creek Ranch, Sweetwater County, to Charles Alexander Teters and Amelia Prestopitz Teters. She was the seventh of 10 children. She married James Hale Moon on June 5, 1934, in Manila, Utah. The marriage was later solemnized in the Salt Lake City Temple, and they shared 58 years together until he died in 1992. During her early life, she was raised at the Red Creek Ranch, and then the family moved to Rock Springs so she and her siblings could attend school. She was an exceptional student, and was able to graduate from Rock Springs High School at age 16. She and her husband moved a few times during their marriage while he worked in the coal mines and gas fields and she raised their children until they settled in Rock Springs, following her husbands retirement. Looking for warmer weather, they decided to move once again in 1985 and settled in St. George, close to their daughter and her family. She was an active member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints and enjoyed the many callings she served in. Her favorite calling was that of being a visiting teacher. She loved each of her partners, and especially loved those that she visited. She also enjoyed visiting the temple, and wanted to do this as often as possible. She is survived by four children, Jimmy Jr. and wife Sandra of Ashcroft British Columbia, Canada, Don and wife Wanda of Rock Springs, Brad and wife Peggy of Pavilion, and Janice and husband Tom Taylor of St. George, Utah; 14 grandchildren; 22 great-grandchildren; and four sisters, Hazel Overy, Claris Nellen, Thelma Armstrong and Amelia Hmenia. She was preceded in death by her husband; her parents; sisters, Rose Logan and Arlie Radosevich; and brothers, Valentine Teters, Bob Teters and Jack Teters. Friends and family are invited to attend a viewing in St. George on Monday, Dec. 19, 2005, at Metcalf Mortuary, 288 W. St. George Blvd., St. George from 7-9 p.m. A second viewing will be conducted in Rock Springs on Thursday, Dec. 22, 2005, at the White Mountain LDS Chapel beginning at 9 a.m. and will be followed by funeral services at the same location at 10 a.m. Interment will be in the Rest Haven Memorial Park. --- Rock Springs Daily Rocket-Miner, Dec 20, 2005 Sarah Davis Robinson Sarah Davis Robinson, 93, of Rock Springs, died Dec. 17, 2005, at her daughters home in Rock Springs. Mrs. Robinson, also known as Sally by many, was born on May 12, 1912, in Superior, to Thomas and Violet Lawson Davis. While living in Superior she worked in a candy store where she met her husband, Clifford Molly Robinson and were married on April 6, 1935, and had been married for 59 years. He preceded her in death on April 2, 1994. Their union brought five children into the family, Carma, Clifford Skip, Hester Lettie, Violet Dee and Johanna. After moving to Rock Springs with her husband, she cleaned the Lamplighter Motel and several apartments around town. She later managed the Kimberly Circle Apartments for five years. She ended her working career at Memorial Hospital of Sweetwater County as a kitchen worker and cook. Mrs. Robinson was a member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints where she served in many positions within the Relief Society. Survivors include her son, Clifford Allen Robinson and wife Judy of Colorado Springs, Colo.; two daughters, Carma Dufford of Council Bluffs, Iowa, and Violet Dee Keywatz and husband Bert of Rock Springs; sister, Hannah Tennant of Rock Springs; brother, Austin Davis of Rock Springs; 15 grandchildren; nine great-grandchildren; seven great-great-grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her husband, Clifford; her daughters, Hester Lettie and Johanna; parents, Thomas and Violet Davis; and siblings, Thelma, William Robert, Robert and Joseph. Funeral services will be conducted at 11 a.m. Tuesday, Dec. 27, 2005, at the White Mountain LDS Chapel, 3306 White Mountain Blvd., Rock Springs. Friends may call from 6-8 p.m. Monday at Fox Funeral Home, 2800 Commercial Way, Rock Springs; and one hour prior to the services at the church. Interment will take place at Rest Haven Memorial Gardens in Rock Springs. --- Kenneth K. Korogi A memorial service for Rock Springs resident Kenneth "Fuzz" Korogi, 82, will be conducted at 11 a.m. Dec. 22, 2005, in Vase Funeral Chapel of Rock Springs. Cremation will have taken place. A military graveside service will be held in Rock Springs Municipal Cemetery. Visitation will be one hour prior to service-time on Dec. 22 at the funeral home. He died Dec. 14, 2005, at Sage View Care Center in Rock Springs, after a lengthy illness. Born Nov. 8, 1923, in Reliance, he was the son of Elizabeth (Spence) and Michael Korogi; and attended schools in Reliance and Rock Springs. He served in the U.S. Navy from 1941 to 1945, during World War II, aboard the U.S.S. Ralph Talbot. On Jan. 28, 1946, he married Janet Condie in Rock Springs. The couple later divorced. He was employed as an auto parts salesman at Whisler's Chevrolet and Benson Pontiac for many years; and, later, worked part-time for the city of Rock Springs and Sweetwater County School District 1. After moving to Salt Lake City, he was employed by Fairmont Bowl and Bradshaw Auto Parts for 10 years. He then returned to Rock Springs and retired. A member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints and Fraternal Order of Eagles Aerie No. 151, he enjoyed spending time with his family and friends. He was an avid sports fan of the University of Wyoming Cowboys, Denver Broncos, Utah Jazz, and St. Louis Cardinals. Survivors include two sons, James Korogi of Rock Springs and Ken Korogi of Taylorsville, Utah; four grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents; former wife; five brothers, Harold "Bud," John S. "Jack," Andrew, Les and Charles Korogi; and two sisters, Christina Easton and Mary Lou Patton. --- Rock Springs Daily Rocket-Miner, Dec 24, 2005 LUANNA MARGARET BOUTIN A mass of Christian burial was celebrated for Luanna Margaret Boutin at 2 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 22, 2005, at the Immaculate Conception Catholic Church in Green River. The Rev. Tom Sheridan officiated. A parish rosary was recited at 7 p.m. Wednesday, Dec. 21, 2005, at the church. Interment was in the Riverview Cemetery. Mrs. Boutin, 72, of 1750 Hitching Post, Green River, died on Saturday, Dec. 17, 2005 at the LDS Hospital in Salt Lake City. A resident of Green River for 28 years and former resident of Ashland, Wis., Mrs. Boutin died following a lengthy illness. She was born on Sept. 1, 1933, in Bayfield, Wis., the daughter of Louis and Cecelia Belanger King. Ms. Boutin attended schools in Ashland, Wis., and graduated form high school in Ashland. She married Carl Duane “Bucko” Boutin in Ashland on Nov. 10, 1951. He preceded her in death in Green River on Oct. 26, 2003. Mrs. Boutin was a member of the Immaculate Conception Catholic Church. She worked in various factories, including an electronics factory in Wisconsin when she was younger. Her interests included shopping and spending time with her grandchildren. She is survived by three sons, Melvin “Mouse” Boutin and wife Cindy of Georgetown, Colo., Daniel Boutin and wife Kristen of Green River and Scott Boutin of Rock Springs; one daughter, Chris Weber and husband Phil of Mountain View; three sisters, Viola Lamoreaux and Marion Dick of Ashland, and Lorraine Austerhaut of Tucson, Ariz.; eight grandchildren; five great-grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews. Mrs. Boutin was preceded in death by her parents; husband; one son, John Michael Boutin; and three brothers, Julian, George and Bill. --- Casper Star Tribune, Dec 28, 2005 Feloniz L. Hartt Mass of Christian Burial for Rock Springs resident Feloniz L. Hartt, 91, will be celebrated at 10 a.m. Thursday, Dec. 29, at Our Lady of Sorrows Catholic Church in Rock Springs by Fr. Killian Muli. Interment will be in Rock Springs Municipal Cemetery. Parish rosary will be recited at 7 p.m. today, Dec. 28, at the church. Visitation will be from 1 to 4 p.m. today in Vase Funeral Chapel of Rock Springs and 5 to 8 p.m. at the church; and Thursday morning until service-time at the church. She died Dec. 24, 2005, at her home, after a lengthy illness. Born July 19, 1914, in Talpa, N.M., she was the daughter of Anita (Archuleta) and Flavio Lopez; and was educated in Taos, N.M. On Feb. 3, 1934, she married Thomas Hartt in Taos. He preceded her in death on Aug. 28, 2002, after 68 years of marriage. She was a devoted homemaker and mother. A resident of Rock Springs since 1946, she was a member of Holy Spirit Catholic Community and Young At Heart Senior Citizens' Center. Her interests included cooking for her family; embroidering; gardening; and attending church. Survivors include her son, Louie Hartt of Norman, Okla.; five daughters, Vangie Flores of Ogden, Utah, Helen Bucho of Rock Springs, Anita Hartt of Denver, Linda Hartt of Ogden and Fran Chick of Rock Springs; eight grandchildren; 13 great-grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews. In addition to her husband, she was preceded in death by her parents; two brothers, Ernesto and Margarito; and two sisters, Lucinda and Adelina. --- Rock Springs Daily Rocket-Miner, Dec 30, 2005 Robert James Matson Robert James Matson, 75, of 1325 Sage St., Rock Springs, died on Wednesday, Dec. 28, 2005, at the Sage View Care Center where he had been a resident for the past three years. A lifelong Rock Springs and Winton resident, Matson died following a lengthy illness. He was born on Oct. 16, 1930, in Winton, the son of Raino J. and L. Enid Stark Matson. Matson attended schools in Rock Springs and Reliance and graduated from the Reliance High School with the class of 1948. He also attended Westmin-ster College in Salt Lake City for two years. He married Janet Gilstrap and they later divorced. He was employed as an accountant and bookkeeper at Mountain Fuel Supply and McCalsiter Tek Company and he retired in 1985. His interests were woodworking and fishing. He loved to work with his hands. Survivors include three sons, Stephen J. Matson and wife Kathleen of Vernal, Utah, David T. Matson and wife Debra of Gilbert, Ariz., and Robert E. Matson of Midvale, Utah; one sister, Carol Matson Klenck of Oakland, Calif.; 10 grandchildren; 13 great-grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents and one sister. Funeral services will be conducted at 2 p.m. Monday, Jan. 2, 2006, at the Vase Funeral Chapel, 154 Elk St., Rock Springs. Interment will be in the Rest Haven Memorial Gardens. Friends may call at the chapel one hour prior to services. --- Rock Springs Daily Rocket-Miner, Dec 31, 2005 ELLEN FLAHAUT Funeral services for Ellen Flahaut were conducted 2 p.m. Tuesday, Dec. 27, 2005, at the Vase Flaming Gorge Chapel in Green River. Interment was in the Riverview Cemetery. Mrs. Flahaut, 82, of Green River, died Thursday, Dec. 22, 2005, at Memorial Hospital of Sweetwater County after several years of illness. She was born Jan. 4, 1923 to Richard L. and Rosa Bastiani Colleoni in Superior. She helped her immigrant parents learn to speak English after starting school and attended citizenship classes with her father. To help her family, she began cleaning at the single teacher’s housing unit in Superior at the age of 10. She graduated valedictorian of her class and received a scholarship to attend the University of Wyoming. Her parents couldn’t afford to let her go, so she began work at the D.O. Clark mine office. She married Earnest Flahaut in Salt Lake City in 1949. As young parents, they took woodworking classes and built doll furniture for their girls. Mrs. Flahaut was involved in her children’s activities, camping and playing cards with friends. In 1956, she started working at FMC. She drove from Superior for three years before the family moved to Green River. She joined the FMC bowling team and enjoyed playing pinochle at lunch. After 27 years, she retired to care for her mother who had lived with her and husband Nub for many years. Mrs. Flahaut suffered with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease and eventually became homebound. She spent many hours with her sister, Coe, laughing about old times and playing Scrabble. When she was able, she played bingo with her friends at Mansface Terrace. She also looked forward to daily visits with the home-delivered meals volunteers. She is survived by her husband, Ernest Flahaut of Green River; two daughters, Ginger Martin of Coeur d’Alene, Idaho, and Cheryl Potter and husband Doug of Green River; one brother, Richard F. Colleoni and wife Paula of Arlington, Texas; two sisters, Cornelia Casey George of Mineral Wells, W.Va., and Madeline Colleoni of Arlington, Texas; three grandchildren, Dawn VanVleet of Coeur D’Alene, Paula Potter of Salt Lake City and Julie Potter of Cheyenne; three great-grandchildren, Amanda Wilson and KaLeigh VanVleet of Coeur d’Alene and Randa Martin of Rifle, Colo.; cousins, Emma Magagna and husband Les and Alma Parisi and husband Silvio of Ogden, Utah; and several nieces and nephews. Mrs. Flahaut was preceded in death by her parents; sisters, Rosella Coleoni who died in infancy and Rene Scott; grandson, Michael Martin; son-in-law, Bill Martin; and nephew, Dennis Casey. --- Rock Springs Daily Rocket-Miner, Dec 31, 2005 LOLA GENEVIEVE MATTHEWS SWAN VALLEY, Idaho—Lola Genevieve Matthews, 90, of 3240 Swan Valley, Highway 26, Idaho, died on Wednesday, Dec. 28, 2005, at her home. A resident of Swan Valley since 1992 and former resident of Pocatello, Idaho and Rock Springs, Mrs. Matthews had been in ill health for the past one year. She was born on Dec. 7, 1915 in Christopher, Ill., the daughter of Samuel and Madge Rude Veach. Mrs. Matthews attended schools in Illinois. She married William H. “Bill” Matthews on Feb. 2, 1933, in Manila, Utah. He preceded her in death on Sept. 11, 1986. Her interests included spending time at her cabin at Palisades Lake and she loved watching the animals there. She also had a dog, named Babe, who was her constant companion. Survivors include one daughter, Dorothy M. Velikaneye and husband Joe of Rock Springs; one daughter-in-law, Marilyn Matthews of Alpine; six grandchildren Linda Fabiny and husband George of Blackfoot, Idaho, Tracy Matthews of Star Valley Ranches, Jolene Sikich and husband Warren of Rock Springs, Bob Pezely of Rock Springs, Greg Matthews and wife Sherilyn of Smoot, and Teri Overman and husband Glen of Fairfield, Calif.; and 13 grandchildren, Faun Fabiny and Zak of Blackfoot, Idaho, Connor Overman, Brianne Overman and Kirah Overman, all of Fairfield, Calif., Jessica Sikich, Sondra Sikich and Paul Pezely, all of Rock Springs, Jake Mathews, Shilah Matthews, Blake Matthews and Nate Matthews, all of Smoot, and Lexie Matthews of Star Valley Ranches. She was preceded in death by her parents; husband; one son, Richard T. “Dick” Matthews; and one grandson, John William Pezely. There were no services as per Matthews’ request. --- Rock Springs Daily Rocket-Miner, Dec 31, 2005 RICHARD “DICKIE” ALLEN PAXTON Memorial services for Richard “Dickie” Allen Paxton were conducted at 2 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 29, 2005, at the Immaculate Conception Catholic Church in Green River. The Rev. Lisa Hart of the Union Congregational Church conducted the services. Inurnment was in the Riverview Cemetery Columbarium. Paxton, 75, of 199 S. Fifth E., Green River, died on Monday, Dec. 26, 2005, at his home. A longtime Green River resident and former resident of Marysville, Kan., Paxton had been in ill health for the past two years. He was born on June 11, 1930, in Marysville, the son of Gerald Clinton and Leota Genevieve Paxton. Paxton attended schools in Marysville and Green River and was a graduate of the Lincoln High School in 1948. He married Norma Jean Krause in Green River on June 6, 1950. Paxton was a U.S. Army veteran of the Korean War. He was employed by Union Pacific Railroad in the Express Company and later at the Roundhouse as a pipefitter. He was the owner-operator of Paxton Digging for 45 years and retired in 1995. Paxton was a member of the Union Congregational Church, Fraternal Order of Eagles, Green River City councilman, Wyoming Softball Hall of Fame and a Denver Broncos fan. His pursuits included bowling, golfing, sponsoring youth sports teams as well as adult organization. Paxton Field was named for him. Survivors include his wife, Norma Jean Paxton of Green River; two sons, Larry Dean Paxton and Gerald Lynn Paxton and wife Jolene, all of Green River; one daughter, Pamela Ann Finch and husband Lewis of Green River; two sisters, Peggy Joe Carillo and husband Tom of Rock Springs and Jackie Sanchez and husband Rodger of Green River; six grandchildren, Dawn Jewkes, Larry Paxton, Mandy Zuehlsdorff, Angela Paxton, Lyndsey Paxton and Abby Paxton; nine great-grandchildren, Jade, Paige, Karsen, Macaela, Ashten, Megan, Marie, James and Olivia; his friend and companion, Jake, his dog; several nieces and nephews; and many, many friends. He was preceded in death by his parents; one brother, Fred Paxton; two sisters, Geraldine Stephens and Carol Stover; one son, Ricky Paxton; and one grandson, Robert Paxton. Cremation has taken place. ---