SweetwaterNow.com, Jan 2, 2015 Cathy Jean Ray Cathy Jean Ray, 63, of Rock Springs, Wyoming passed away on Friday, December 26, 2014 at her home. She had been in ill health for the past five years. She was born on April 11, 1951 in Casper, Wyoming, the daughter of Troy H. and Elma Jean Hewitt Ray. Ms. Ray attended schools in Casper, Wyoming and was a 1969 graduate of the Natrona High School. She also attended Casper College and obtained a degree in Accounting. She married Roy Kenneth Fowler in Casper, Wyoming and he preceded her in death on July 21, 2014. Ms. Ray was employed as a Prison Guard for Correction Corp. of America and she worked there for eighteen years retiring in October of 2013. She was the owner and operator of Pro Pet Care Shelter and Rescue. Ms. Ray was a member of Odd Fellows and Rebeckas and SPCA. Survivors include her mother Elma Jean Ray of Casper, Wyoming; two sons William Fowler and Jason Fowler both of Rock Springs, Wyoming; three brothers Troy Ray II and Daniel Ray both of Casper, Wyoming and Bob Foster of Oceanview, Hawaii; three sisters Laura Foster of Oceanview, Hawaii and Dorothy Ray and Ramona Ray both of Casper, Wyoming; four grandchildren Daniel Fowler, Austin Fowler, Jessica Fowler and Zachary Fowler; one great granddaughter Emma Fowler; one niece Misty Ray; three nephews Troy Ray III, Christopher Ray and Terrance Ray. She was preceded in death by her father; former husband Roy Kenneth Fowler and one son Jerad Fowler. Cremation has taken place and there will be no services at this time. Condolences may be left at www.vasefuneralhomes.com --- SweetwaterNow.com, Jan 2, 2015 Armando Dominguez Armando Dominguez, 86, of Green River, Wyoming passed away on Monday, December 29, 2014 at the Mission at Castle Rock Convalescent Center. Mr. Dominguez was a longtime resident of Green River and former resident of Albuquerque, New Mexico, He was born on July 29, 1928 in Llano, New Mexico, the son of the late Matias and Doloritas Dominguez. Mr. Dominguez attended schools in Penaso, New Mexico and later received his GED. He was a United States Army Veteran of the Korean War. In 1948 at the age of twenty, he enlisted in the United States Army and after basic training was assigned to the 508 MP battalion in Korea until discharged in 1954. In 1957 he married Abenicia Fresquez and she preceded him in death in 1992. He later moved to Green River and married Katie Bernal. He was employed as a carpenter by Local 1319 of Albuquerque, New Mexico from 1965 until retirement in 1982. He later was employed as a security guard for the Memorial Hospital of Sweetwater County. He had spent the last year at the Castle Rock Convalescent Center in Green River, Wyoming. He was a member of Immaculate Conception Catholic Church, Local 1319 in Albuquerque, Veterans of Foreign Wars, Disabled American Veterans and AA. Survivors include his wife Katie Dominguez of Green River, Wyoming; one sister Elma Maestas of Green River; several nieces and nephews including Tina Goglio and husband Kevin and Marian Punches and husband Les all of Green River. He was preceded in death by his parents; one brother Manual Dominguez. A mass of Christian burial will be celebrated at 11 a.m. Wednesday, January 8, 2015 at Immaculate Conception Catholic Church, 900 Hitching Post Drive, Green River, Wyoming. A vigil service with rosary will be recited at 6 p.m. Tuesday, January 7, 2015 at the church. Military Honors and interment will be in the Riverview Cemetery in Green River, Wyoming. Friends may call at the church on Tuesday, one hour prior to the rosary and on Wednesday, one hour prior to the service. Condolences may be left at www.vasefuneralhomes.com --- Wyo4News.com, Jan 5, 2014 Virginia Vanderpool Virginia Vanderpool, 76, of Green River died Wednesday, December 24, 2014 at Memorial Hospital of Sweetwater County in Rock Springs after a brief illness. She was a former resident of Missouri and Rock Springs. She was born September 8, 1938 in Webb City, Missouri, the daughter of Perl Ager and Helen Cook Ager. She graduated from Rock Springs High School with the class of 1957. She also had attended school at the University of Wyoming. She married Wilbur “Jim” Vanderpool November 24, 1957 in Rock Springs. He preceded her in death January 8, 2007. She had been employed at Mr. Dee’s, City Market, the school district as a crossing guard, the Drivers License Bureau, and the Board of Realtors Multiple Listing Service until her retirement in 2007. She was a 52-year member of Mystic Chapter 8 of the Eastern Star in Green River, Good Sam’s Club, and the Fire Hole Gang. She was also a member of the Episcopal Church of the Holy Communion in Rock Springs. Her interests were square dancing, singing, and playing cards at the senior center. Survivors include two sons, Clifford A. Vanderpool and wife Tara of Green River, and Stephen Vanderpool and wife Sammie of Salt Lake City; daughter Joanne Conroy and husband Charles of Green River; sister Nancy Hardman of Rock Springs; grandchildren Joe Conroy of Salt Lake City, Laura Kofidza and husband Gabriel of Rock Springs, Jaquimarie, Kelsi, Greggory and Alexandra Vanderpool of Green River, Davianne Vanderpool of Laramie; great-grandchildren Akila Kofidza and McKenzie Vanderpool; several cousins, nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents, husband Wilbur Vanderpool, son David Vanderpool, grandson Morgan Vanderpool, brothers James Allen, Nessel and Michael Eugene Ager. Memorial services will be held 11:00 a.m. Friday, January 2, 2014 at the Episcopal Church of the Holy Communion, 2nd & B Street, Rock Springs. Inurnment will take place in the Rock Springs Municipal Cemetery. Family requests in lieu of flowers, donations be made to a charity of their choice. Condolences for family can be left by going to www.foxfh.com. --- SweetwaterNow.com, Jan 5, 2015 James Wesley Moore James Wesley Moore, 45, of Superior died December 29, 2014 at his home after a sudden illness. He was born October 14, 1969 in Springfield, Missouri, the son of Joe Lewis Moore and Karen Doris Harris Moore. He attended schools in Big Piney and graduated from Big Piney High School with the class of 1988. He had work in the maintenance department of LaBarge for 5 years and Superior for 3 years. He was a member of the Baptist Church. His interests were fishing, hunting, mudding, kids, and the outdoors. Survivors include his mother Karen Moore of West Plains, MO; father Joe Moore of Superior; son Destry James Moore of Norfolk, Virginia; daughter Avriel Jo Moore of West Plaines; step-brother Paul Lewis Moore of Kansas City, MO; sister Karen Critser and husband Darrell of Williston, North Dakota; nephews and nieces James Critser, Evan Critser, Courtney Clinton, and Mia Sharp all of Williston; great niece and nephew Janie and Jackson Clinton of Williston; several aunts. Cremation has taken place at Fox Crematory, Rock Springs. Private family services will be held at a later date. Condolences can be left by going to www.foxfh.com. --- SweetwaterNow.com, Jan 5, 2015 Winona Kay Hobbs Winona Kay Hobbs, 73, of Green River, died Tuesday, December 30,2014 at the South Davis Community Hospital in Bountiful after a brief illness. She was born February 20,1941 in McKinnon, Wyoming, the daughter of Harold Brady and Zelda Tripplett Brady. She attended schools in Green River and graduated from Green River High School with the class of 1958. She married Larry D. Hobbs March 16,1963 in McKinnon. She worked as a photographer during the building of the Flaming Gorge Dam. She was a member of the Jehovah’s Witnesses. Her interests were spending time with her grandchildren, reading, knitting, gardening, and traveling when she could. She was never afraid to get her hands dirty or kill a spider. She was a beautiful, intelligent, strong woman and she will be greatly missed. Survivors include her husband Larry Hobbs; sons Brent D. Hobbs and companion Penny Puckett, Brian L Hobbs and companion Gina George; daughter Ramona Allen and companion David Beltran; brothers Ned Brady and wife Juleen, Bill Brady and wife Sharon; sister Anna Marie Chico; grandchildren Chanelle Prime and husband Blake Gaarder, Corry Allen, Keith Curry and fiancé Morgan Norris, Stephen Curry and fiancé Bailee Coy, Brendon Hobbs, Shiler Hobbs, and Brent Delawn Hobbs. She was preceded in death by daughter Rebecca Hobbs; sisters Marla Baenum, Bonnie Gregory and husband Alma, Annette Schofield and husband Don; granddaughter Brittney Hobbs; great-grandson Konnor Allen; brother-in- law Norman Chico. Cremation has taken place at the Fox Crematory, Rock Springs. There will be a celebration of her life with a luncheon at 1:00 pm Saturday January 10, 2014 at the Quality Inn, 1670 Sunset Dr., Rock Springs. Condolences for family can be left by going to www.foxfh.com. --- SweetwaterNow.com, Jan 6, 2015 Paul Andrew Siler Paul Andrew Siler, 53, of Green River, Wyoming passed away on Monday, January 5, 2015 at the University of Utah Medical Center in Salt Lake City, Utah. He had been a life time resident of Green River, Wyoming. He was born on January 27, 1961 in Rock Springs, Wyoming, the son of the late Hugh and Diane Peterson Siler. Mr. Siler attended schools in Green River, Wyoming and graduated in 1980. He also continued his education through various automotive studies. He married the former Debbie Lahti in Green River, Wyoming on July 5, 1980. Mr. Siler had various employment in Rock Springs and Green River. He worked at Rock Springs Honda and Whisler Chevrolet as a mechanic and currently for Mandros Painting as a mechanic. His interests included fishing, boating, snowmobiling, hunting, riding motorcycles, he was truly an outdoorsman. Most important was spending time with his family, friends and his grandsons and granddaughters. He was an organ donor and has already helped save twenty people's lives. Survivors include his wife Debbie Siler of Green River, Wyoming; one son Ronald Siler and fiance’ Kati Yedinak of Green River, Wyoming; one daughter Sereniti Siler and fiance’ Phillippe Barbeau of Rock Springs, Wyoming; two brothers Robert Siler of Rawlins, Wyoming and Kenny Siler and husband Dave of Ogden, Utah; one sister Lori Leonard and husband Larry of Layton, Utah; several step-brothers and step-sisters; eight grandchildren; several aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his father Hugh Siler; mother and step-father Diane Hart and husband Fred. A celebration of life will be conducted at 11:00 A.M. Friday, January 9, 2015 at the Fraternal Order of the Eagles #2350, 88 North 2nd East, Green River, Wyoming. Condolences may be left at www.vasefuneralhomes.com The family of Paul Andrew Siler respectfully suggests that donations in his memory be made to the University of Utah Neuro Department, 50 North Medical Drive, Salt Lake City, Utah 84132. --- SweetwaterNow.com, Jan 7, 2015 William “Larry” Ellis William “Larry” Ellis, 70, of Rock Springs, died Sunday, January 3, 2015 at his home after a lengthy illness. He was a former resident of Casper. He was born January 17, 1944 in Casper, the son of Don Ellis and Twila Trout Ellis. He married Beverly Ellis September 15, 1961 in Sheridan, Wyoming. He was employed for 35 years with Sinclair. Ellis was a member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. His interests were fishing, boating and snowmobiling. Survivors include his wife Beverly Ellis; sons Larry Kenneth “Troy” Ellis and wife Diana, Michael “Shawn” Ellis; daughters Lori Lynne Bascom and husband Kirt, and Kimberly Kay Osborne and husband Ken; mother Twila Gober; brothers Mike and Kent Ellis; 13 grandchildren and 9 great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his father Don Ellis, daughter Marie Sue Ellis, sisters Karen, Donna, Vicky, and Kathy Ellis. Cremation has taken place at Fox Crematory, Rock Springs. Private family services will be held at a later date. Condolences for family can be left by going to www.foxfh.com. --- SweetwaterNow.com, Jan 7, 2015 Kenneth Allen Rose Kenneth Allen Rose I, 73, of Rock Springs, died Thursday, January 1, 2015 at the LDS Hospital in Salt Lake City after a lengthy illness. He was born May 23, 1941 in Duluth, Minnesota, the son of Herbert Rose and Arbutus Brown Rose. He was a veteran having served in the US Army. He married his first love Carol Graboski in Cloquet, Minnesota May 11, 1963. He had been employed as a truck driver in the oil fields for 35 years. He was recently working for G & J Hot Oiling Inc. and was known as Old Man. His interests were working, his family, scrapping iron, hunting, and fishing. Survivors included his wife Carol Rose of Rock Springs; sons Jeffery Alan Rose and wife Summer and Kenneth Allan Rose and wife Elaine all of Eden, and Jason Lee Rose and companion Crystal of Rock Springs; daughter Paula Marie Rose of Pocatello, Idaho; sister Sharon Olson and husband Keith of Saginaw, Minnesota; 17 grandchildren and 9 great-grandchildren; nephew Rowdy Ray Rose and several other nephews and nieces; his cat Oreo. He was preceded in death by his parents Herbert and Arbutus Rose; brothers Duane and Roger Rose; and sister Dorothy Cornelia. Funeral services will be conducted at 11 a.m. Saturday, January 10, 2014 at the Sweetwater County Events Complex (Small Hall), 3320 Yellowstone Road, Rock Springs. Pastor Dean Graves will be officiating. A viewing will be held one hour prior to the services at the complex. Interment will take place in the Rock Springs Municipal Cemetery, Rock Springs. Condolences for family can be left by going to www.foxfh.com. --- SweetwaterNow.com, Jan 7, 2015 Keith Owen Tanner Keith Owen Tanner, 62, of Rock Springs, Wyoming passed away on Tuesday, January 6, 2015. A longtime resident of Rock Springs, Wyoming and former resident of Riverton, Wyoming, Mr. Tanner passed away following a brief illness. He was born on July 12, 1952 in Basin, Wyoming, the son of Wesley D. Tanner and Shirley Leone Hunter. Mr. Tanner attended schools in Riverton, Wyoming and graduated from Riverton High School with the Class of 1971. He also received schooling as an Emergency Technician. He served in the United States Army during the Vietnam Conflict. While on a combat operation in South Vietnam in 1971 he was wounded and received the purple heart. While serving with Company C, Fourth Battalion, 21st Infantry Divison, Keith lost his right leg and his left leg was shot full of scrap metal. He returned home as a war hero and enjoyed life, never letting the loss of his leg stop him from doing anything. He was a proud Vietnam Veteran. On December 22, 1972 he married Shelly Jo Hunter in Riverton, Wyoming. Mr. Tanner worked as a Safety Coordinator for Bridger Coal for thirty years until his retirement in October of 2014. He also worked as an emergency technician for Vase Ambulance Service in Rock Springs on his off time. He enjoyed helping people and always ready to go on any call anytime day or night to try and save peoples lives. He also was a teacher and taught classes to train new emergency medical technicians for the State of Wyoming. He was a lifetime member of the Veterans of Foreign Wars, Disabled American Veterans, American Legion, Archie Hay Post #24 and Emergency Medical Technican-ALS-recipient of EMT Class Coordinator of the Year in Wyoming twice. His interests included being with his family and friends. He had a great sense of humor and enjoyed teasing people and making them laugh. He also loved playing and being with his grandchildren, who he loved dearly. He enjoyed taking them 4 wheeling, dirt bike riding and on nature drives around the boonies. His greatest regret was dying too young to be with them through childhood. Most of all he loved his wife and sons, who he was very proud of and especially proud of the decisions they made in life. He will be missed by all and who had the honor to know him. Survivors include his wife Shelly Jo Tanner of Rock Springs, Wyoming; two sons Keith Joseph Tanner of Rock Springs, Wyoming and Wesley David Tanner of Salt Lake City, Utah; three brothers, Wesley D. Tanner of Wiesbaden, Germany, Mark A. Tanner of Riverton, Wyoming and Peter A. Tanner of Casper, Wyoming; three sisters Rita Tanner of Casper, Wyoming, Nancy Tanner of Billings, Montana and Alice Reynolds of Riverton, Wyoming; five grandchhildren, Jay, Owen, Morgan, Levi and Zachary and many cousins, three nephews and nine nieces. He was preceded in death by his parents and one daughter Monica Faith, who died in 1983. Cremation has taken place and there will be a Memorial Service with Military Honors held at 11:00 A.M., Sunday, January 11, 2015 at the American Legion, 551 Broadway Street in Rock Springs, Wyoming. Friends may call one hour prior to services. The family of Keith Tanner respectfully request that donations be made in his memorial to Hospice of Sweetwater County, 809 Thompson Street, Rock Springs, Wyoming 82901. Condolences may be left at www.vasefuneralhomes.com --- SweetwaterNow.com, Jan 8, 2015 William “Bill” Thomas Facinelli William “Bill” Thomas Facinelli, 61, of Rock Springs, Wyoming passed away at home on Thursday, January 8, 2015. A lifelong resident of Rock Springs, Wyoming, Bill passed away following a lengthy illness. He was born on September 29, 1953 in Rock Springs, Wyoming, the son of William Joseph Facinelli and Barbara Wright. Bill attended schools in Rock Springs, Wyoming and graduated from Rock Springs High School with the Class of 1973. He worked as a warehouseman for FMC Corporation for forty-two years. His interests included horseshoes, golfing, music, camping and spending time with family and grandchildren. He was a hardcore Wyoming Cowboy fan, Miami Dolphin fan and a fan of Boise State University. He was also a basketball coach for the Rock Springs Youth Program. Survivors include his father William Facinelli and step-mother Margene Facinelli of Rock Springs, Wyoming; one son Brady Seymour and wife Kim of Rock Springs; two daughters Dana Whalen and husband Dave of Rock Springs, Wyoming and Lindsey DeJuncker and husband Devin of Boise, Idaho; one brother Robert W. Facinelli and wife Teresa of Green River, Wyoming; two uncles Richard Bergandi and James Wright, nephews Shawn Ferguson and Shannon Fisher and many cousins; four grandchildren Jackson and Cole Seymour of Rock Springs, Wyoming and Bailey Snyder and Olivia Whalen of Rock Springs, Wyoming. He was preceded in death by mother Barbara Facinelli, grandparents Joseph and Elsa Facinelli and Henry and Lucy Wright; one sister Debra Facinelli McGarvey and one sister-in-law Peggy Facinelli. Following cremation a mass of Christian burial will be celebrated at 11:00 A.M., Monday, January 12, 2015 at the Our Lady of Sorrows Catholic Church, 116 Broadway Street, Rock Springs, Wyoming. Friends may call one hour prior to services. The family of William “Bill” Thomas Facinelli respectfully suggest that donation in his memory be made to the Rock Springs Humane Society, 310 Yellowstone Road, Rock Springs, Wyoming 82901 --- Wyo4News.com, Jan 9, 2015 Mary Ellen Morris Mary Ellen Morris, 88, of Rock Springs, Wyoming passed away on Wednesday, January 7, 2015 at her daughter’s home in Rock Springs. A lifetime resident of Rock Springs, Wyoming Mrs. Morris passed away following a brief illness. She was born on June 27, 1926 in Rock Springs, Wyoming, the daughter of the late William H. Welsh and Etta Mae Kitterman. Mrs. Morris attended schools in Rock Springs, Wyoming. She married Richard “Dick” Morris in Evanston, Wyoming on August 1, 1950 and he preceded her in death on July 1, 1984. Mrs. Morris was the co-owner of the A & D Motel here in Rock Springs for many years and was a co-owner of Dick’s Taxi Service. She was a member of the Eagles Women’s Auxillary for twenty-five years. Her interests included having coffee with her family and friends, talking and telling stories of things that happened to the family while they were growing up. She loved spending time with her family. Her grandkids, great-grandkids and great-great grandkids always brought a smile to her face and heart. Survivors include one daughter Becky Riddle of Rock Springs, Wyoming; two grandchildren Lorie Cantrell and husband Kevin and Leslie Whittaker and husband Bill, both of Rock Springs, Wyoming; four great-grandchildren Richard Cantrell and wife Alexis, Shane Cantrell and wife Shyanne, Sierra Whittaker and Cassie Whittaker; all of Rock Springs, Wyoming; great-great grandchildren Noah and Roxanne Cantrell and Sophia Cantrell, all of Rock Springs, Wyoming and several nephews and nieces. She was preceded in death by her husband Richard “Dick” Morris; one son-in-law Ron Riddle; brothers and sister-in-laws Lawrence “Jarbo” Welsh and wife Mary, William T. “Boots” Welsh and wife Lillian”Tune”, Henry “Pink” Welsh and wife Merch, Jack “Red” Welsh and wife Madeline and Joseph “Pee Wee” Welsh and wife Helen and sister Margurite “Marge” Garetson and husband Paul. Funeral Services will be conducted at 2:00 P.M, Tuesday, January 13, 2015 at the Vase Funeral Chapel, 154 Elk Street in Rock Springs, Wyoming. Pastor Michael Longfellow will conduct the services. Friends may call on Monday, January 12, 2015 at the Vase Funeral Chapel from 5:00 P.M. to 7:00 P.M. and again on Tuesday at the Vase Chapel one hour prior to services. Interment will be in the Rock Springs Municipal Cemetery, 802 Thompson Street in Rock Springs, Wyoming. Condolences may be left at www.vasefuneralhomes.com --- SweetwaterNow.com, Jan 9, 2015 Peter Martin Hart Peter Martin Hart, 54, of Green River died Tuesday, January 6, 2015 at his home after a battle with ALS. He was born June 24, 1960 in American Fork, Utah, the son of Samuel Nils Hart and Iris Marie Walker Hart. He attended schools in Green River and graduated from Green River High School with the class of 1979. He married MonaLinn Crane August 3, 1979 in the Provo LDS Temple, Provo, Utah. He worked for Solvay Minerals for 33 years. He was part of the group who put the first Christmas tree on top of Mansface in Green River. He was a member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. His interests were the NRA, camping, 4-wheeling, traveling, collecting guns, shooting and spending time with his family and friends. Survivors include his wife MonaLinn Hart of Green River; mother Iris M. Hart of Green River; son Jakob P. Hart of Green River; daughters Jennifer Hart Goff and husband Trevor of Littleton, Colorado, and Jessica Linn Smith and husband Brandon of Minot, North Dakota; brothers Gary Martin and wife Barbara of Eagle River, Alaska, Samuel Hart and wife Jessica of Indianapolis, Indiana, Nils Hart and wife Terry of Layton, Utah, and Micheal Morrison and wife Susan of Irvine, California; sister Paulette Carlson and husband Mike of Green River; parents-in-law James L. and Esie Crane of Green River; brother-in-law Kenneth Crane of Green River; sister-in-law Janet Rawlings and husband Mark of Fruitland, Idaho; numerous aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his father Samuel Hart; grandparents Don and Pearl Walker, and Celdon and Ivine Hart. Funeral services will be conducted at 11:00 a.m. Tuesday, January 13, 2015 at the Green River LDS 5th Ward Chapel, 1255 West Teton Blvd., Green River. Bishop Chuck Burgess will officiate. There will be a viewing 6-8 pm Monday, January 12, 2015 at the church and on Tuesday one hour prior to the services. Interment will take place in the Riverview Cemetery, Green River. Condolences for family can be left by going to www.foxfh.com. --- Rock Springs Daily Rocket-Miner, Jan 11, 2015 SHIRLEY JEAN ROBERTSON There were private family services for Shirley Jean Robertson with interment at the Rock Springs Municipal Cemetery. Mrs. Robertson, 79, of Rock Springs, died Saturday, Jan. 3, 2015, at Deer Trails Assisted Living. She was born April 22, 1935, in Rock Springs to John Florio Rauzi and Elizabeth Hansen Rauzi. She attended schools in Rock Springs, graduating from Rock Springs High School with the class of 1954. She married Delbert W. Robertson on Jan. 23, 1954, in Evanston. After graduation, she moved to Killeen, Texas, to be with her husband who was stationed at Fort Hood. After returning to Rock Springs, they settled down and started a family. She worked at the General Adjustment Bureau for a short while and later worked as a lunch lady for some years when the Hot Lunch Program was started in Rock Springs schools in the late 1960s. Later, she attended Western Wyoming Community College and received her certified nursing assistant certification and served as a respite worker for a number of years. In earlier years, her interests included family camping trips. She spent many hours reading and studying the gospel. She was a breast cancer survivor and suffered a second stroke in 2011, which left her unable to speak. She was able to stay in her home until early 2014. Though difficult, she handled the obstacle with grace and was always quick to smile and laugh. She is survived by sons, Jack Robertson and Jay Robertson and wife, Jenny, all of Rock Springs, and Jim Robertson and partner, Penny Snow, of Salt Lake City; grandchildren, Emily Lowry and husband, Brad, of Laramie, Sara Kennedy and husband, Sean, of Loveland, Colorado, Isaiah Robertson and Carson Robertson of Rock Springs; great-granddaughters, Willow Faye Kennedy of Loveland and Zoey Kate Lowry of Laramie; and several nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband in 1992; brother, Jack Rauzi; sister, Alvira Bastalich; and brother-in-law, James Bastalich. --- Wyo4News.com, Jan 12, 2015 Violet Marie Leeper Violet Marie Leeper, 75, of Riverton died Tuesday, Jan. 6, 2015, at the Wyoming Medical Center after a lengthy illness. She was born Dec. 8, 1939, in Baxter Springs, Kansas, to Oscar and Rena (James) Hubert. She was one of eight children. When she was young, her family moved to Superior. She attended schools in Superior, Rock Springs and Kemmerer. She married Robert C. Leeper Sr. in December 1957. They lived in Rock Springs and raised two children. She moved to Riverton in 1981 and lived there until her death. Her interests included spending time with her family. She is survived by her daughter Debra Rena Leeper Cornman and husband, Robert K. Cornman, of Rock Springs; son Robert C. Leeper Jr. and wife, Anne Lively Leeper, of Apache Junction, Arizona; grandchildren Robert Chad Cornman, Michael Ryan Cornman and Tiffany Marie Leeper, all of Rock Springs; great-grandson Koda Michael Cornman of Rock Springs; and brother Sam Hubert of Riverton. She was preceded in death by her husband Robert C. Leeper; parents Oscar and Rena Hubert; granddaughter Misty A. Leeper; and six brother and sisters. There will be a memorial service at 2 p.m. Tuesday, Jan. 13, 2015, at Davis Funeral Home, 2203 W. Main St., Riverton. The Rev. Cleve McSwain will officiate. A memorial service for Violet is pending in Sweetwater County, for those that are unable to attend in Riverton. Condolences may be left at www.TheDavisFuneralHome.com --- SweetwaterNow.com, Jan 12, 2014 Alton Mansfield Mr. Alton “Al” Mansfield, age 66 of Metropolis, died at 4:01 a.m., Friday, January 9, 2015 at the Massac County Hospital in Metropolis. Al was born on April 10, 1948 in Elkins, West Virginia, the son of Alton “AJ” and Opal Elaine (Huelson) Mansfield. He was united in marriage to Peggy Holloway on January 6, 2003 in Metropolis. Al is survived by his loving wife, Peggy Mansfield of Metropolis; his mother, Opal Elaine Mansfield of Anna; his children, Michael (Tina) Mansfield of Laramie, WY; Hayley (Matt) Strauss of Green River, WY; Michelle (Tony) Hager of Casper, WY; Holly (Coltin) Blau of Rock Springs, WY; two stepsons, Heath (Des) Williams of Roosevelt, UT and Scott Williams of San Diego, CA; ; seventeen grandchildren; two brothers, Joe (Trish) Mansfield of Green River, WY and Tommy (Pauline) Mansfield of Metropolis; two sisters, Wanda (Jim) Honey of Anna; Donna Thompson of Cobden; several nieces, nephews, other relatives and many friends. He was preceded in death by his father and one brother, Harold Mansfield. Al proudly served in the United States Air Force. He was a member of the Shriners and also a Mason. Al was the co-owner of the Frank-Farmer Chevrolet Dealership. Funeral services for Mr. Alton “Al” Mansfield will be conducted on Wednesday, January 14, 2015 at 1:00 p.m. at the Rendleman & Hileman Funeral Home in Anna. Friends may call at the Rendleman & Hileman Funeral Home in Anna on Wednesday, January 14, 2015 from 11:00 a.m. until the funeral hour at 1:00 p.m. Masonic services will be at 10:00 a.m. Wednesday at the funeral home. Memorial contributions may be made to the Shriners Children’s Hospital or the Wounded Warrior Project. Memorial envelopes will be provided at the funeral home. --- Wyo4News.com, Jan 12, 2015 Darhl LaRue Varley Kizzire Darhl LaRue Varley Kizzire, 84, of Green River, Wyoming passed away on Friday, January 9, 2015 at Deer Trail Assisted Living in Rock Springs, Wyoming. A long time resident of Green River, Wyoming and former resident of Bitter Creek, Wyoming, Mrs. Kizzire died following a lengthy struggle with Alzheimer’s. She was born on July 7, 1930 in Rock Springs, Wyoming, the daughter of the late Glen W. Varley and Ethel Bateman Varley. Mrs. Kizzire attended schools at Bitter Creek and Rock Springs. She was a 1948 graduate of Rock Springs High School. She married Carroll LeRoy Kizzire at Bitter Creek on September 4, 1948. Mrs. Kizzire was a member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints, Puzzled Pieces Quilt Club, Girl Scouts of America, past officer of the Good Sam Club and Union Pacific Old Timers,. Her interests included spending time with her family, camping and traveling, quilting, reading, collecting spoons and thimbles and working puzzles. She enjoyed Lady Green River Wolves sports and was their #1 fan. Survivors include her husband Carroll LeRoy Kizzire of Green River, Wyoming; four daughters Kathryn Rees and husband Ron of Big Piney, Wyoming, Connie Stonebraker and husband Randy of Green River, Wyoming, Barbara Bess and husband Dave of Park Hills, Missouri and Dorothy Kizzire and companion Mark Pond of Green River, Wyoming; one son Glen Charly Kizzire of Aurora, Colorado; one brother Ed Varley and wife Rae Dell of Point of Rocks, Wyoming; seventeen grandchildren; fifty-two great-grandchildren; several cousins, nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents; brother and sister-in-law John and Sally Varley; sister and brother-in-law Glenna and Harold Yedinak. The family suggests casual wear for the services. Funeral Services will be conducted at 11:00 A.M. Thursday, January 15, 2015 at the L.D.S. Stake Center, 120 Shoshone, Green River, Wyoming. Interment will be in the Riverview Cemetery. Friends may call at the L.D.S. Stake Center on Wednesday evening from 6:00 P.M. until 8:00 P.M. and on Thursday morning, one hour prior to services. The family of Darhl LaRue Varley Kizzire respectfully suggests that donations in her memory be made to Deer Trail Assisted Living, 2360 Reagan, Rock Springs, Wyoming or the Charity of Your Choice. --- SweetwaterNow.com, Jan 12, 2015 Milan "Beeky" Pryich Milan “Beeky” Pryich, 89, died Friday, January 9, 2015 at his home in Rock Springs after a lengthy illness. He was a lifelong Rock Springs resident. He was born on December 9, 1925 in Rock Springs to Ilija and Boja Dozet Pryich. He attended schools in Rock Springs and graduated in 1944. He married Katherine Fanos on June 23, 1963 in Rock Springs. Beeky was owner of the Lou Ben Bakery in downtown Rock Springs and after closing the bakery, he worked for the Wyoming Highway Department, until his retirement. Pryich was a member of the B.P.O. Elks, Fraternal Order of Eagles, Odd Fellows, and Holy Trinity Greek Orthodox Church. His interests included baking, especially wedding cakes, hunting, fishing and watching western movies on television. He is survived by a large extended family. He was preceded in death by his parents, Ilija and Boja Dozet Pryich; wife, Katherine Pryich; sisters, Smilga Pryich, Daisy MacPheators, Helen Matozevich, Sophie Lemich, and Patsy Dowdy; brothers, George ‘Judy’ Pryich; Mike ‘Brink’ Pryich; Alex “Fatty” Pryich; Dr. William V. “Ludy” Pryich; Kathy Lee Dalton, a niece; and James MacPheators, a nephew; and friend, Reverend Father Lukas Kotzakis; and two sisters-in-law; five brothers-in-law. Funeral services will be conducted at 2 pm, Wednesday, January 14, 2015, at the Holy Trinity Greek Orthodox Church, 405 N Street, Rock Springs, WY, with the Rev Fr. John Cusulos officiating. Trisagion services will be conducted at 6 p.m., January 13, 2015, at Vase Funeral Home, 154 Elk Street, Rock Springs, WY. Friends may call one hour prior to the Trisagion service Tuesday at the Vase Funeral Chapel and until services Wednesday at the Vase Chapel. The family respectfully requests that in lieu of flowers, donations be made to the Holy Trinity Greek Orthodox Church, P.O. Box 14, Rock Springs, Wyoming 82902 or Hospice of Sweetwater County, 809 Thompson Street, Suite D, Rock Springs, Wyoming 82901. Condolences may be left at www.vasefuneralhomes.com --- SweetwaterNow.com, Jan 12, 2015 Charlotte B. Rybkowski Charlotte B. Rybkowski, 85, of Westminster, Colorado passed away on Sunday, January 11, 2015 at her daughter’s home in Rock Springs, Wyoming. A resident of Westminster, Colorado for the past eighteen years, Mrs. Rybkowski passed away following a brief illness. She was born in Seattle, Washington on February 28, 1929, the daughter of the late Arthur Bunting Stern and Gladys Williams. She graduated from South Plains High School in New Jersey. She also earned a Bachelor of Arts Degree. She married Walter T. Rybkowski in Baltimore, Maryland on June 29, 1957 and he preceded her in death. She worked as an administrative assistant for the United States Department of Transportation for eight years until her retirement in 1998. Mrs. Rybkowski was a member of the Holy Trinity Catholic Church in Westminister, Colorado. Survivors include one son Marek Rybkowski of Denver, Colorado; two daughters Zofia Rybkowski of College Station, Texas and Teresa Klatka of Rock Springs, Wyoming; one sister Virginia Brown of Herndon, Virginia; six grandchildren Tessa Rybkowski, Erin Rybkowski, Meghann Rybkowski, Pawel Klatka, Karolina Klatka and Antonina Klatka. She was preceded in death by her parents and husband Walter T. Rybkowski. Funeral Services will be held at the Mount Olivet Cemetery in Wheat Ridge, Colorado. Condolences may be left at www.vasefuneralhomes.com --- SweetwaterNow.com, Jan 12, 2015 Robert Leonard Smith Robert Leonard Smith, 81, of Rock Springs, Wyoming passed away on Saturday, January 10, 2015. A longtime resident of Rock Springs, Wyoming and former resident of Superior, Wyoming, Mr. Smith passed away following a brief illness. He was born on November 20, 1933 in Thermopolis, Wyoming, the son of the late Frank Stephen Smith and Catherine Ann Zurich. He attended schools in Superior, Wyoming and graduated from Superior High School with the Class of 1951. Mr. Smith married Frances A. Jereb in Rock Springs, Wyoming on December 1, 1960. He served in the United States Army during the Korean Conflict from 1954 to 1956. Mr. Smith worked as a draftman coordinator for the FMC Corporation for fifty-six years until his retirement in 1995. He was a member of the Veterans of Foreign Wars, Fraternal Order of Eagles #151 and the American Fraternal Union. Survivors include his wife Frances A. Smith of Rock Springs, Wyoming; one son Robert Smith of Rock Springs, Wyoming; one niece Susan Jackson and husband Roy of Rock Springs, Wyoming; one nephew Gordon Olson and wife Kandice of Price, Utah and one great niece Shirley Lowseth and husband Ernest of Rock Springs, Wyoming. He was preceded in death by his parents Frank and Catherine Smith; two sisters, Helen Stoffa and Blasia Olson; one brother Florian Duyacuff and one nephew Irvin Olson. Cremation has taken place and at his request there will be no services. Condolences may be left at www.vasefuneralhomes.com --- SweetwaterNow.com, Jan 14, 2015 JuliAnn Sellers JuliAnn Sellers, 26, of Palisades Colorado died Monday, January 12, 2015 from injuries sustained in an automobile accident. She was born October 16,1988 in Rock Springs, the daughter of Dal Eugene Sellers and LeslieAnn Warr Sellers. She attended schools in Star Valley, Green River, Riverton, and Farson. She had been employed as a beautician. She was a member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Her interests were playing the piano, singing, attending musical events, playing in a jazz band and being in nature. Survivors include her father Dal Sellers and wife Kathy of Preston, Idaho; mother Leslie Sellers of Palisades, Colorado; brothers Jared Michael Sellers of Eden; Travis Tyler Sellers of Grand Junction Colorado; step-brothers Krisopher Sellers and wife Shayla of Logan, Utah, Josh Sellers and wife Bryte of El Paso, Texas; sisters Jackie Brottcher and husband Stephen of Logan, Utah, Sara Henrie and husband Tim of Preston Idaho; grandparents Amy Sellers of Eden, Ramona Smith of Preston, Idaho, LeRoy Elliott of Bountiful, Utah, Uvonne Gale and husband Brent of Grand Junction, Colorado, Jack Warr and wife Christina of Loma, Colorado; great-grandparents Jarrell Massey and wife Betty of Meeker, Idaho; nephew Xander Henrie; several aunts, uncles and numerous cousins. She was preceded in death by brother Nathanial Sellers; grandfather Eugene Sellers; and uncle Rod Sellers. Funeral services will be held at 1:00 p.m. Saturday, January 17, 2015 at the Eden Valley Community Center, Farson. Friends may call one hour prior to the services at the center. Interment will take place in the Eden Valley Cemetery, Farson. Condolences for family can be left by going to www.foxfh.com --- SweetwaterNow.com, Jan 19, 2015 John Edward Gallagher John Edward Gallagher, 80, of Rock Springs, Wyoming passed away on Friday, January 16, 2015 at Deer Trail Assisted Living in Rock Springs. A longtime resident of Rock Springs, Wyoming, Mr. Gallagher passed away following a brief illness. He was born on October 2, 1934 in Chicago, Illinois, the son of the late William Edward Gallagher and Effie Lanting. Mr. Gallagher attended schools in Chicago, Illinois and graduated from Harrison High School with the Class of 1954. He married Bernice Marie Menghini in Rock Springs, Wyoming on March 30, 1957 and she preceded him in death on May 30, 2014. Mr. Gallagher served in the United States Air Force. He worked at Union Merc, Safeway and as a custodian for School District #1 for many years. Mr. Gallagher was a member of the Holy Spirit Catholic Community, Fraternal Order of Eagles, #151 and Young At Heart Senior Citizen’s Center. Survivors include three daughters Kathleen Vesco of Rock Springs, Wyoming, Margaret Woodward of Kemmerer, Wyoming and Karen Gallagher of Billings, Montana, one brother William “Bill” Gallagher; seven grandchildren and nine great-grandchildren; one niece and two nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents, wife Bernice Marie Gallagher and one brother Dan Gallagher. Following cremation, a mass of Christian burial will be celebrated at 10:00 A.M. Friday, January 23, 2015 at Saints Cyril & Methodius Catholic Church, 633 Bridger Avenue, Rock Springs, Wyoming. A vigil service with rosary will be recited at 6:00 P.M. Thursday, January 22, 2015 at the church. Private Family graveside services will take place. Friends may call at the church on Thursday, one hour prior to the rosary and on Friday at the church one hour prior to the funeral. The family of John Edward Gallagher respectfully suggests that donations in his memory be made to Young At Heart Senior Citizens Center, 2400 Reagan Avenue, Rock Springs, Wyoming 82901 --- SweetwaterNow.com, Jan 20, 2015 David "Goody" Goodnick STAR VALLEY — David J. “Goody” Goodnick was born July 9, 1958. He passed away December 5, 2014 at Star Valley Medical Center. Dave moved to Wyoming from Bellville, Illinois in 1976. He worked in Hanna as a coal miner and later worked as a coal miner in Rock Springs before going to work for Sterling Communications in Rock Springs and Pinedale. His interests included fishing, hunting, the outdoors and his dogs. Dave leaves behind one sister, Kay Potts; two nephews, one great niece, and many cousins in Illinois. He had many friends in Rock Springs, Pinedale, and Star Valley. Services will be announced at a later date. --- SweetwaterNow.com, Jan 20, 2015 Samuel Rolf Krmpotich Samuel Rolf Krmpotich, 37, of Green River, Wyoming passed away on Saturday, January 17, 2015. A lifetime resident of Green River, Wyoming, Mr. Krmpotich passed away suddenly. He was born on October 13, 1977 in Rock Springs, Wyoming, the son of Robert Stephen Krmpotich and Vicki Diane Carlson. Mr. Krmpotich attended school in Green River, Wyoming and graduated from Green River High School with the Class of 1997. He worked for Tata Chemical for five years. His interests included hunting, fishing, camping and being a mechanic. Survivors include his parents Vicki D. Kwallek and husband Dan of Glenwood, Iowa and Robert Krmpotich of Green River, Wyoming; one daughter Ashley Lynn Krmpotich of Round Rock, Texas; one brother Bobby Krmpotich and wife Liz of Caldwell, Idaho; one sister Kim Krmpotich of Rock Springs, Wyoming; grandparents, Bonnie Burgwin of Iowa and Jack Krmpotich of Rock Springs, Wyoming; stepbrothers and sisters Alaina Bolt and husband Shawn of Green River, Wyoming, Shauna Giles of Denver, Colorado and Jay Patterson of San Antonio, Texas and several aunts, uncles, cousins, nephews and nieces. He was preceded in death by his grandparents, Rolf Carlson, Jane Karician, Sam Karician, Bill Burgwin and Pat Krmpotich; step-mother Paula Krmpotich and step-brother Jess Patterson. Graveside services with Military Honors will be held at 11:00 A.M.on Friday, January 23, 2015 at the Riverview Cemetery in Green River, Wyoming. Gathering for family and friends will follow at the Union Congregational Church, 350 Mansface Street in Green River, Wyoming. Condolences may be left at www.vasefuneralhomes.com --- SweetwaterNow.com, Jan 20, 2015 James Edward Hooper James Edward Hooper, 69, of Rock Springs, Wyoming passed away peacefully at his home on Saturday, January 17, 2015. A long time resident of Rock Springs, Wyoming, Mr. Hooper died following a lengthy illness. He was born on August 19, 1946 in Colorado Springs, Colorado, the son of Glenn M. and Florence L. Hooper. Mr. Hooper attended schools in Colorado Springs, Colorado and graduated in 1964 from the Wasson High School. He was a United States Army Veteran of the Vietnam War . Mr. Hooper served from April 20, 1967 until his honorable discharge on January 22, 1969. Mr. Hooper was the owner and operator of Hooper Construction until his retirement. His interests included hunting, fishing, nature drives, dancing and photography. Survivors include his father Glenn M. Hooper of Colorado Springs, Colorado; one son James Bissett and wife Angie Lewis of Gillette, Wyoming; four daughters Kylee Hooper and fiance’ Brent Cady and Jamie Waxman and husband Ryan all of Durango, Colorado, Jessie Thompson and husband Logan of Bismarck, North Dakota, and Kristina Hooper and fiance’Milles Barden of Rock Springs, Wyoming; two brothers George Robert Hooper of France and Gary Dean Hooper of Chicago, Illinois; one sister Mary L. Graser of Penrose, Colorado; ten grandchildren Kendra, Teal, Zanna, Taylor, Bryce, J.J., Clark, Zack, James Jr. and Kylar. He was preceded in death by his mother and two grandchildren Mercedes and Jarrod. Following cremation, a celebration of his life with military honors is planned for 12:00 P.M. Sunday, January 25, 2015 at the American Legion Archie Hay Post 24, 551 Broadway, Rock Springs, Wyoming. Condolences may be left at www.vasefuneralhomes.com --- Green River Star, Jan 21, 2015 Joseph R. Martinez Joseph R. Martinez, 72, of San Antonio, Texas, died Tuesday, Jan. 6, 2015, after a brief illness. He was born July 14, 1942, in Chamisal, New Mexico, the son of Tomas and Claudina Martinez. He was raised in Green River and graduated with the Class of 1961. He enlisted in the U.S. Army in January 1962 and again in November 1964. Martinez served in Vietnam and received an honorable discharge in 1968. He lived in San Antonio and worked as a truck driver. His interests included camping, fishing, playing guitar, singing and visiting with family and friends. Survivors include sons, Tony Malone, Demetirus, Jamin and Danny Martinez; stepchildren, Frank, Laura and LeeAnna; grandson; great-granddaughter; former spouses, Eva Martinez and Selma Juarez, both of San Antonio; sisters, Alice Ussery and husband, Johnny, of Folsom, California, Angie Martinez and partner, Dean Halverson, of Rock Springs, Margie Taylor and husband, Allen, of Henderson, Nevada, Gloria Rutherford and husband, Rex, and Sally Seelen and husband, Red, of Green River; brothers, Tom Martinez and wife, Frances, Bob Martinez and wife, Raini, and Rick Martinez and wife, Julie, all of Green River, and Sammy Martinez of Las Vegas, Nevada; lifelong friend, Andy Hinjosa of Green River; and several nephews and nieces. He was preceded in death by his parents; sisters, Bonnie and Esther; and brother, Amos. There will be a memorial service in his honor in June. --- SweetwaterNow.com, Jan 22, 2015 John Morris Henderson John Morris Henderson, 61, a long time resident of Green River, Wyoming, died accidentally from drowning while ice fishing on Flaming Gorge Reservoir on January 19, 2015. He was born on July 25, 1953 in San Bernardino, California, the son of Robert Wayne and Patricia Mae (Siggins) Henderson. He spent his early years living in Southern California and the Rancho Cucamonga area. He received a Bachelor of Science degree from Utah State University and a Master of Science degree from Brigham Young University. While working on his Masters degree he began his 35-year Federal service career as a biologist with the Soil Conservation Service in Nebraska and Utah, then eventually transferring to the Bureau of Land Management (BLM) in Rock Springs, in the late 1980s. He was currently the Fishery Biologist with the BLM at the Rock Springs Field Office. John was the ultimate outdoors man enjoying all aspects of hunting and fishing, backpacking, and hiking. There was never a time that his freezer was absent of deer, elk, or trout waiting to be cooked up for a special meal. He was also a life-time member of the National Rifle Assoc. and held the top US license class as an amateur radio operator, “Amateur Extra Class”, with the call sign “W7JH”. He was an active member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. He is survived by his closest living relative and brother Robert “Mike” Henderson (Debbie) of Lake Havasu City, Ariz.; his nephews, Robert and Joseph Henderson of Lake Havasu City, and Daniel Henderson of Tempe, Arizona; great-niece Kaelani Henderson of Lake Havasu City; his aunt, Donna Henderson of Grand Terrace, California and several cousins. He was preceded in death by his parents Robert and Patricia Henderson. John made many great friends through the years in Wyoming and a stranger to very few. Thank you to all that made John’s life one that he enjoyed to the fullest, right to his final day in the outdoors. Special friend to John and his best hunting and fishing buddy is Gavin Lovell. Thank you goes out to Gavin and the Lovell Family, the entire Rock Springs BLM family, and all his Church members and friends for making John’s time with us a special one to remember forever. A special thanks of gratitude goes out to the emergency responders of the Sweetwater Dive Team and the Green River Fire Department Ice Rescue Team for there valiant efforts to rescue and eventually recover John at their own risks to safety. Memorial services will be conducted at 2:00 pm on Wednesday, January 28, 2015 at the Green River LDS Stake Center, 120 Shoshone, Green River. Inurnment will take place at a later date. Condolences for the family can be left by going to www.foxfh.com. --- Wyo4News.com, Jan 22, 2015 Samuel Rolf Krmpotich Samuel Rolf Krmpotich, 37, of Green River, Wyoming passed away on Saturday, January 17, 2015. A lifetime resident of Green River, Wyoming, Mr. Krmpotich passed away suddenly. He was born on October 13, 1977 in Rock Springs, Wyoming, the son of Robert Stephen Krmpotich and Vicki Diane Carlson. Mr. Krmpotich attended school in Green River, Wyoming and graduated from Green River High School with the Class of 1997. He worked for Tata Chemical for five years. His interests included hunting, fishing, camping and being a mechanic. Survivors include his parents Vicki D. Kwallek and husband Dan of Glenwood, Iowa and Robert Krmpotich of Green River, Wyoming; one daughter Ashley Lynn Krmpotich of Round Rock, Texas; one brother Bobby Krmpotich and wife Liz of Caldwell, Idaho; one sister Kim Krmpotich of Rock Springs, Wyoming; grandparents, Bonnie Burgwin of Iowa and Jack Krmpotich of Rock Springs, Wyoming; stepbrothers and sisters Alaina Bolt and husband Shawn of Green River, Wyoming, Shauna Giles of Denver, Colorado and Jay Patterson of San Antonio, Texas and several aunts, uncles, cousins, nephews and nieces. He was preceded in death by his grandparents, Rolf Carlson, Jane Karician, Sam Karician, Bill Burgwin and Pat Krmpotich; step-mother Paula Krmpotich and step-brother Jess Patterson. Graveside services with Military Honors will be held at 11:00 A.M.on Friday, January 23, 2015 at the Riverview Cemetery in Green River, Wyoming. Gathering for family and friends will follow at the Union Congregational Church, 350 Mansface Street in Green River, Wyoming. --- Rock Springs Daily Rocket-Miner, Jan 25, 2015 MAURICE E. FALER ST. GEORGE, Utah -- Maurice E. Faler, 92, died Jan. 15, 2015, in St. George, Utah, after a brief illness. Cremation has taken place. He was born Nov. 13, 1922, in Ogden, Utah, to Vincent E. and Lillian Winn Faler. He was raised in Pinedale. He married Helen Noyes on Dec. 31, 1948. They had one daughter, Lisa. They lived in Thermopolis and Rock Springs. His wife preceded him in death in May 1988. He married Joy Logan Mivshek on June 17, 1989. He had a career in real estate and insurance as the owner of the baler Agency in Rock Springs. He was active on many boards and organizations, including the Shriners, Veterans of Foreign Wars and the Elks. He became a senior member of the Society of Residential Appraisers and was honored as Rock Springs Realtor of the Year. He served in World War II in the Army Air Corps and was stationed in the China, Burma and the India theater. His interests included his family and friends, and being a hunter, fisherman and golfer. He is survived by his wife, Joy; daughter, Lisa Shipley and husband, David, of Laramie; stepson, Jerald Munk and wife, Lori of St. George; grandchildren, Andrea Lewis and Nathan Shipley; step-grandchildren, Hollie Munk and Paul Munk; and great-grandson, Benjamin Lewis. --- Rock Springs Daily Rocket-Miner, Jan 25, 2015 JOE CALLER A mass of Christian burial for Joe Caller was celebrated Jan. 14, 2015, at Our Lady of Sorrows Catholic Church. Interment took place at the Rock Springs Municipal Cemetery. Pallbearers included Lori Pivic, Wally Johnson, Frank Job, Nick Kragovich, Bob Arambel and Pat McFadden Jr. Honorary pallbearers included Wayne Johnson, Stan Pivic and Ed Fermelia. Mr. Caller, 92, of Rock Springs died Friday, Jan. 9, 2015, at Deer Trails Assisted Living. He lived his entire life in Sweetwater County. He was born in Winton on Christmas Eve in 1922. He attended school in Winton and graduated from Reliance High School in 1941. After high school, he worked for the Union Pacific Coal Co. in Winton and Stansbury for 15 years. He also worked for Huntley Construction in LaBarge and at Westvaco for 10 years in surface maintenance. He was co-owner and manager of the El Rancho Motel and the Renegade Cafe, a business which he conceived and developed. He remained working and active, and in good health until last year. He enjoyed coffee with his friends, polka-feasts, television and gambling trips to Nevada. The tasks he loved included carpentry, plumbing, metal working and innovative fix-its. In younger years, he enjoyed fishing and hunting in the Hoback and the country and picnicking in the hills around Winton. He recently received his 50year pin from the Benevolent and Protective Order of Elks. He is survived by Anne, his wife of 66 years; sons, Larry (Jane) and Harold, of Rock Springs and Joe (Janet) of Livermore, California; grandchildren, Tracie (J.J.) of Cheyenne, Marty, Janeen and Reggie, all of Albuquerque and Mary of Chicago; great-granddaughter, Nara; brother, Richard; brother-in-law, Bill Bonini; and several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents, Segundo and Marilla, older brother Louie, sisters, Isabel Andersen and Mary Neil, and sister-in-law, Alice Rudelich. --- SweetwaterNow.com, Jan 26, 2015 Joseph Jason DeGraw Joseph Jason DeGraw, 36, of Green River, Wyoming passed away on Monday, January 19, 2015 at his home. A resident of Green River, Wyoming for the past four years and former resident of Laramie, Wyoming, Mr. DeGraw passed away due to complications of congestive heart failure. He was born on September 14, 1978 in Ridgewood, New Jersey, the son of Jason George DeGraw and Joanne Ameila Sheffel. Mr. DeGraw attended schools in Coolidge and Eisenhower Elementary in Wyckoff, New Jersey and graduated from Ramapo High School with the Class of 1997. He attended Marist College in Poughkeepsie, New York. He also earned a masters degree in Finance at the University of Wyoming in Laramie, Wyoming. While attending Marist College he had worked on special projects, including an internship at the New York Federal Reserve. He moved to Green River to join Tata Chemical for a year and then worked as a financial analyst at JD Financial Management for three years. Mr. DeGraw was a member and treasurer of the Monroe Avenue Baptist Church in Green River, member of the Wyoming Fly Casters.and served on the board of the Green River Basin Federal Credit Union. Survivors include his parents Jason George DeGraw of Ridgewood, New Jersey and Joanne Amelia Tidewell of Kent, Ohio; girlfriend Carole Shafer of Gillette, Wyoming; two brothers Jack DeGraw and wife Geremi of Independence, Kansas, Shaun Kane of Greenwood Lake, New York; one sister Elizabeth Domingez of Clifton, New Jersey; eleven cousins, three nieces and two nephews, which include Kennedy DeGraw, Alexis DeGraw, Emily DeGraw, Grayson DeGraw, all of Independence, Kansas; Antiquan Domingez of Clifton, New Jersey; grandparents, Joe Sheffel of Ramsey, New Jersey and Joanne Sheffel of Sarasota, Florida. He was preceded in death by his paternal grandparents, George and Elizabeth DeGraw, one aunt Ellen Vanderwall, two uncles, Peter Farrin and Jim Rapp. The family of Joseph Jason DeGraw respectfully request that donations be made in his memory to the Monroe Avenue Baptist Church, 295 Monroe Avenue, Green River, Wyoming 82935. Following cremation Memorial Services will be held at 11:00 A.M. on Friday, January 30, 2015 at the Monroe Avenue Baptist Church, 295 Monroe Avenue in Green River, Wyoming. Pastor Bill Morris will conduct the services. Friends may call one hour prior to services. Condolences may be left at www.vasefuneralhomes.com --- SweetwaterNow.com, Jan 26, 2015 Billy L. Cummings Bill L. Cummings, 79, of Rock Springs, Wyoming passed away on Sunday, January 25, 2015 at Memorial Hospital of Sweetwater County. A longtime resident of Rock Springs, Wyoming, Mr. Cummings past away following several years of ill health. He was born in Erie, Colorado on February 2, 1935, the son of the late James Vincent Cummings and Ann Krpan. Mr. Cummings attended schools in Rock Springs and Reliance, Wyoming. He graduated from Reliance High School with the Class of 1954. He also attended the University of Wyoming and received a Doctorate in Radiology and also the University of Utah with a Doctorate in Radiology. He married Marlene Moon in Rock Springs, Wyoming on June 23, 1957. Mr. Cummings was a member of the Holy Spirit Catholic Community. He worked as a radiologist for Memorial Hospital of Sweetwater County for twenty years. He also drove a truck for Wycoff and worked for Dr. Joe Oliver, Sheriffs Department as a jail guard. Mr. Cummings worked with nuclear medicine and did lab work. Survivors include his wife Marlene Cumming of Rock Springs, Wyoming; six daughters, Maureen Holden and husband Lonnie of Rock Springs, Wyoming, Peggy Morton and husband Guy of Rock Springs, Wyoming, Shannon Scott and husband Doug of Denver, Colorado, Coleen Story and companion Jerry Macy of Rock Springs, Wyoming, Shelley Cummings of Phoenix, Arizona and Eileen Cummings of Rock Springs, Wyoming; one sister Joanne Lescoe and husband Proctor of Flagstaff, Arizona; twenty grandchildren; twenty-four great-grandchildren and several cousins, nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents and sister in infancy, Pauline. A mass of Christian burial will be celebrated at 10:00 A.M., Friday, January 30, 2015 at the Saints Cyril and Methodius Catholic Church, 633 Bridger Avenue in Rock Springs, Wyoming. A Rosary with Vigil will be recited at 6:00 P.M., Thursday, January 29, 2015 at the church. Interment will be in the Rock Springs Municipal Cemetery. Friends may call at the church on Thursday one hour prior to the Rosary and again one hour prior to services on Friday. Pallbearers: Lonnie Holden, Jason Lee, Cody Holden, Kirk Story, L.J. Story, Troy Maxwell, Kyle McGovern and Andy Bereece. Honorary Pallbearers: Proctor Lescoe, Joe Morton, Brandon Story, Guy Morton, Matt Bereece, Troy Petersen, Awston Holden, Doug Scott and John Starkovich. Condolences may be left at www.vasefuneralhomes.com --- Howard LaMar Voss Howard LaMar Voss, age 70, passed away unexpectedly on January 30 at his home in Arlington, Texas. He was born on July 12th, 1944, in Green River, Wyoming, to Naomi Thompson Voss and Glenn Henry Voss. He married Renate Hasse Voss on October 10th, 1968, in the Salt Lake LDS Temple. He was the father of six children. Howard was an active member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. He served a mission to the Central Germany Mission from 1963 to1965, where he learned to speak German, a language that he loved and spoke often. He especially enjoyed serving as a scoutmaster. He was an accomplished organist, pianist, and director, freely volunteering his talents for a variety of church functions. He worked in the computer industry for more than 30 years. After retirement, Howard spent much of his time researching genealogy, and writing family, ward and stake histories. He was actively completing a service mission as an LDS employment specialist. He especially enjoyed helping the full-time missionaries in any way possible. Howard is known for opening his heart and home to many who consider him family. Howard spent many hours helping those in need, those needing employment, and those who were struggling with depression or trauma. He brought hope and love to many. He will be missed. Howard is survived by: his wife, Renate Voss; his children, Paul Voss, Kathryn Nash, Suzanne Cross, Jonathan Voss, Heidi Keister and Daniel Voss; his sons-in-law and daughters-in-law, his 18 grandchildren, Malachi, Madeleine, Abigail, Samuel, Matthew, and Zachary Voss; Roger and Melissa Nash; Michaela, Natalia, and Jade Cross; Jaron Voss; Elli, Emma, Elijah, Everett, Ezra, and Eve Keister, his two great-grandchildren, Micaiha and Triss Nash; and his brother, Randall Voss. He is preceded in death by his parents and his brother, R. Neil Voss. Funeral services were held Saturday, February 7, 2015 at 11:00 a.m. at the Arlington First Ward chapel, 1500 California Lane, Arlington, Texas. Interment will take place in Green River, Wyoming. --- SweetwaterNow.com, Feb 2, 2015 Leonard Parker Kiehm Leonard Parker Kiehm, 67, of Rock Springs, Wyoming passed away on Friday, January 23, 2015 at his home. A life long resident of Rock Springs, Mr. Kiehm had been in ill health for the past several years. He was born on October 12, 1947 in Rock Springs, the son of the late Louis and Helen Kiehm. Mr. Kiehm attended schools in Rock Springs and was a 1966 graduate of Rock Springs High School. He also attended and graduated from Utah Technical College and received a degree in Heavy Duty Mechanics. He was employed for many years as a Diesel Mechanic for Macy’s Truck Repair. His interests included hunting, teaching hunter’s safety, sight seeing, making tamales, wood working and spending time with his children and grandchildren. Survivors include four daughters JoDee Putnins of Erie, Colorado, Laura Kiehm of Westminster, Colorado, Michelle DiTullio of Rock Springs, Wyoming and Cara Harrop of Polson, Montana; two step-daughters Mary Stassinos of Rock Springs, Wyoming and Patsy Darwin of Douglas, Arizona; three step-sons John Adams and Bobby Adams both of Gillette, Wyoming and Jack Adams of Rock Springs, Wyoming; four brothers Donald Kiehm, Louis Kiehm and Steve Kiehm all of Rock Springs, Wyoming and Doug Kiehm of Ellsworth, Maine; one sister Alicia Jones of Magna, Utah; seven grandchildren A.J., Julie, Madison, Ryan, Christina, Michael and Martin; several step-grandchildren; many aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents, grandmother Rose Keefe and one son. Cremation will take place and memorial services will be conducted at 11:00 A.M. Wednesday, February 4, 2015 at the Vase Funeral Chapel, 154 Elk Street, Rock Springs, Wyoming. A celebration of life will be held following the memorial service at 1:00 P.M. at Community Center, 538 Pilot Butte, Rock Springs, Wyoming. If you are attending the services please bring stories to tell of your past experiences with Leonard. The family of Leonard Parker Kiehm respectfully suggests that donations in his memory be made to Wyoming Wildlife Federation, P.O. Box 1312, Lander, Wyoming 82520 Condolences may be left at www.vasefuneralhomes.com --- SweetwaterNow.com, Feb 2, 2015 Spencer Lee Krause Spencer Lee Krause, 45, of Rock Springs, Wyoming passed away on Thursday, January 29, 2015 at his home following a lengthy illness. He was a longtime resident of Rock Springs, Wyoming and former resident of Laramie and Green River, Wyoming. He was born in Laramie, Wyoming on January 4, 1970, the son of Danny W. Krause and Maria E. Arellano. Mr. Krause attended schools in Green River, Wyoming and graduated from Green River High School with the Class of 1988. He also attended Western Wyoming College and earned as Associate Degree in Computer Science and attended University of Laramie in Laramie, Wyoming. In high school he was an outstanding athlete and was known as “Captain Crunch” on the football team. He worked for Smith’s Grocery Store for twenty years and for the past six months he worked for Hager Industries as a recertification specialist. Mr. Krause was a member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter -Day Saints. He enjoyed spending time in the outdoors with his wife Sherri. He liked to go fishing, swimming, playing games like “Scrabble” with his daughter Kelsey and watching movies and caring for his tropical fish tank, and spending time with his family and friends. Survivors include his wife Sherri Krause of Rock Springs, Wyoming; parents Danny and Maria Krause of Green River, Wyoming; one daughter Kelsey Lynne Krause of Laramie, Wyoming; two step-sons Jaziel Rios of Casper, Wyoming and Wesley Morgan of Rock Springs, Wyoming; and one step-daughter Jessica Iguado and husband Darrin of Broken Arrow, Oklahoma; two sisters Shannon Harrington of Rock Springs, Wyoming and Michelle Dunn and husband Duane of Rock Springs, Wyoming; adoptive grandmother Sally Ice of Green River, Wyoming; three grandchildren Anthony Rios of Rock Springs, Wyoming, Riley Jones of Broken Arrow, Oklahoma and Layla Jones of Broken Arrow, Oklahoma and many aunts, uncles, cousins, nephews and nieces. He was preceded in death by his maternal grandparents Benjamin and Guierimina Arellano and paternal grandparents Harold and Louise Krause and adoptive grandfather Daniel Ice. Following cremation, memorial services will be conducted at 11:00 A.M. Friday, February 6, 2015at the White Mountain L.D.S. Chapel, 3315 White Mountain Blvd. Rock Springs, Wyoming. Friends may call at the church one hour prior to services. Condolences may be left at www.vasefuneralhomes.com --- Wyo4News.com, Feb 2, 2015 Alice Izetta Stephens Alice Izetta Stephens, 80, of Rock Springs died Thursday, January 29, 2015 at Deseret Health & Rehab in Rock Springs. She was born December 1, 1934 in Bridgeport, Nebraska, the daughter of John William Garton and Martha Alta McNabb Garton. She attended schools in Nebraska and graduated from Bridgeport High School with the class of 1952. She married Howard W. Stephens December 27, 1952 in Bridgeport. He preceded her in death July 25, 1995. She was a member of the VFW in Cheyenne, and the Methodist Church in Sawyer, Kansas. Her interests were her children and grandchildren, reading, animals, fishing, and music. Survivors include her son John Stephens and companion Peggy Shuster of Rock Springs; daughters Lonetta Cooley, Martha Prelle, Edith Ramage and husband Kevin all of Rock Springs; brothers Gerald Garton and wife Donna of Alliance, Nebraska, Ray Garton and wife Sheila of Grand Island, Nebraska; 10 grandchildren and 12 great-grandchildren; numerous nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents John and Martha Garton, husband Howard Stephens, son Donald Ray Stephens, twin children Janet Lee and Jackie Lee Stephens, son-in-law Calvin Cooley, brother Alvin A. Garton, grandchildren Misty Ann Leeper, Jennifer Allen Prelle, John Stephens and A.J. Goffena, great-granddaughter Millie May Harrop. Cremation will take place at Fox Crematory, Rock Springs. Family memorial services will take place at a later date in Nebraska. --- SweetwaterNow.com, Feb 2, 2015 Kurt Juel Kurt Juel, 61, of Rock Springs, Wyoming passed away on Wednesday, January 28, 2015 at his home. A long time resident of Rock Springs, Mr. Juel had been in ill health for the past several years. He was born on February 26, 1953 in Rock Springs, the son of Eric and Pansy Juel. Mr. Juel attended schools in Fort Collins, Colorado and Eden Valley, Wyoming. He was a 1971 graduate of Eden Valley High School. He also attended the University of Wyoming. Mr. Juel was employed for twenty two years at FMC and retired in 2002 as a Lab Analyst. His interests included scuba diving reading, and spending time with his family. He also liked working with silver and rocks. Survivors include his mother Pansy Juel of Rock Springs, Wyoming; two brothers Norman Juel of Rock Springs, Wyoming and Greg Juel and wife Janet of Green River, Wyoming; two sisters Helen Grover and husband Stan of Rock Springs, Wyoming and Karen Hunter and husband Phil of Longmont, Colorado; six nephews Seth Juel of Rawlins, Wyoming, Hans Juel of Green River, Wyoming, Adam Grover and Isaac Grover both of Rock Springs, Wyoming and Eric Hunter and James Hunter both of Longmont, Colorado; five nieces Jenine Ritterodt of Marysville, Washington, Tina Skinner of Green River, Wyoming, Jody Elliston of Eauclaire, Wisconsin, Janice Grover -Roosa of Green River, Wyoming and Laura Hunter of Longmont, Colorado; several aunts, uncles and cousins. He was preceded in death by his father Eric Juel and his uncle Paul C. Juel, Jr. Funeral Services will be conducted at 10:00 A.M. Thursday, February 5, 2015 at the Emmanuel Baptist Church, 3309 Sweetwater Drive, Rock Springs, Wyoming. Friends may call at the church one hour prior to services. The family will be receiving relatives and friends at the church one hour prior to services. The family of Kurt Juel respectfully suggests that donations in his memory be made to Shriner’s Crippled Children’s Hospital, Fairfax Avenue and Virginia Streets, Salt Lake City, Utah 84103 Condolences may be left at www.vasefuneralhomes.com --- Wyo4News.com, Feb 3, 2015 Josephine Ann Case Josephine Ann Case (Levar), 83, a longtime resident of Rock Springs, Wyoming, but forever a faithful native of Superior passed from this life on Monday, February 2, 2015. Jo, as her friends called her, was born and raised in Superior, Wyoming. Jo was a cheerleader at and graduated from Superior High School, always proud to be a Dragon. She married the love of her life, John Angelo Case, on November 14, 1954 in Superior, Wyoming and moved to Rock Springs where they then resided. Jo was a member of the Holy Spirit Catholic Community. She spent her time as a loving mother and wife who worked from before dawn until after her family went to sleep, a hard working type that many now refer to as “they don’t make them like that anymore,” and made the best potica in town. Jo also loved spending time with her children and grandchildren, attending all their concerts, games, and events. Jo loved to speak Slovenian, thoroughly enjoyed attending the Superior All-Class Reunions, and always shared stories about her childhood in Superior at the “D” Camp across from the hoist house and all the wonderful people in that town. She was an avid fan of whatever sports team her son Stephen was playing on as well as all the teams her husband John followed. She liked to play cards and board games Survivors include two sons, John Angelo Case Jr. and Stephen B. Case both of Rock Springs, Wyoming; two daughters, Helena M. Case of Salt Lake City, Utah and Bernadette J. Weiss and husband Morris of Rock Springs, Wyoming; five grandchildren, Max A. Weiss of Washington, D.C., Michael D. Weiss of Rock Springs, Wyoming, Jessica F. Volsey of Enid, Oklahoma, John Angelo Case III and Bradley James Case both of Rock Springs, Wyoming; several nieces and nephews including Mildred Zuelsdorff of Rock Springs, Wyoming, Joe Toly of Rock Springs, Wyoming, John Toly of Colorado and Byron Zuelsdorff of Rock Springs, Wyoming. She was preceded in death by her husband John Angelo Case, her parents Nickola and Helen Levar (Yeka Nickolich) and her siblings Mary Toly, Ann Powell, Mildred Wilde, John Levar, Paul Levar, and Mark “Marco” Levar. A mass of Christian burial will be celebrated at 2:00 P.M. on day February 6, 2015, at Our Lady of Sorrows Catholic Church, 116 Broadway, Rock Springs, Wyoming. A rosary will be recited at 6:00 p.m. Thursday at the Church. Interment will be in the Rock Springs Municipal Cemetery. Friends may call at the church on Thursday one hour prior to the rosary and on Friday afternoon at the church one hour prior to services. The family of Josephine Ann Case (Levar) respectfully suggests that donations in her memory be made to Holy Spirit Catholic Community, 116 Broadway, Rock Springs, Wyoming 82901 or Hospice of Sweetwater County, 809 Thompson Street, Suite D, Rock Springs, Wyoming 82901 . condolences may be left at www.vasefuneralhomes.com --- Wyo4New.com, Feb 3, 2015 Alfred “Pete” Petersen Alfred “Pete” Petersen, 80, of Rock Springs, Wyoming passed away at 12:25 A.M. on Tuesday, February 3, 2015 at the Deseret Heath and Rehab. A life long resident , Mr. Petersen died following a lengthy illness. He was born in Green River, Wyoming on December 7, 1934 the son of the late Charles C. and Virginia (Finlayson) Petersen. Mr. Petersen attended schools in Green River, Wyoming and was a 1954 graduate of the Green River High School. He attended one year of college at Yankton College in Yankton, South Dakota. He married Helen F. Pivik on May 11, 1957 at the Saints Cyril & Methodius Catholic Church in Rock Springs. Mr. Petersen was a United States Army Veteran and served from May of 1957 to May of 1959 and was stationed at Fort Sheridan, Illinois. He was employed by School District #1 as Custodial Supervisor from 1977 until retiring in 1999. Mr. Petersen helped establish the open Door Developmental Center (Sweetwater County Child Development Center) and Southwest Rehabilitation Center. He cared for terminally ill relatives and friends, receiving an Apostolic Blessing from Pope John Paul for caring for Father William Espenshade. Mr. Petersen was a member of Holy Spirit Catholic Community. Survivors include his wife Helen Petersen of Rock Springs, Wyoming; one daughter Julie Anne Petersen of Rock Springs, Wyoming; three sons Mark Petersen and wife Michele of Holland, Michigan, John Petersen of Columbia, Virginia and David Petersen of Rock Springs, Wyoming; one grandson Daniel Petersen and wife Stefanie of Rock Springs, Wyoming; four granddaughters Jenni Petersen and husband David of Jacksonville, North Carolina, Amie Antonino and husband Justin of Lyman, Wyoming, Tania Petersen of Las Vegas, Nevada and Svetlana Kirkey and husband Joe of Penbroke Pines, Florida; twelve great-grandchildren; one brother James Vern Petersen of Rock Springs, Wyoming; one nephew Von Petersen of Rock Springs, Wyoming; one niece Kaye O’Neal of Phoenix, Arizona and many cousins. He was preceded in death by his parents, two brothers Edward Petersen and Charles Dale Petersen, sister Dorothy Summerfeld, grandson SFC Justin A. Petersen, nephews James Petersen and Bill O’Neal. Following cremation, a mass of Christian burial will be celebrated at 10:00 A.M. Monday, February 9, 2015 at Saints Cyril & Methodius Catholic Church, 633 Bridger Avenue, Rock Springs, Wyoming. A vigil service with rosary will be recited at 6:00 P.M. Sunday, February 8, 2015 at the church. Military Honors and inurnment will be in Rock Springs Municipal Cemetery. Friends may call at the church on Sunday, one hour prior to the rosary and on Monday one hour prior to services. The family of Alfred “Pete” Petersen respectfully suggests that donations in his memory be made to Deseret Health and Rehab, 1325 Sage Street, Rock Springs, Wyoming 82901. The funds will be used for a blanket warmer. Condolences may be left at www.vasefuneralhomes.com --- SweetwaterNow.com, Feb 4, 2015 Helen Stout Helen Stout, 94, died Tuesday, February 3, 2015 at her home in Rock Springs. She was a former resident of Farson. She was born October 27, 1920 in Daniel, Wyoming, the daughter of Martin B. Tyler and Clara Belle Edwards Tyler. She outlived three husbands. She married Marion Kennedy and Neal Boyce. They both have preceded her in death. She married Charley Stout. He preceded her in death in 1995. She had been employed for many years as a postal clerk in Farson, Wyoming. Her interests were fishing, panning for gold, crocheting, reading, writing poetry, and spending time with the grandchildren. Survivors include her daughters Grace Branson of Navarre, Florida, Linda Sojourner and Karen Frost and husband Bill all of Rock Springs; step-daughter Marietha Nelson of Rock Springs; step-son Danny Stout and wife Dawn of Kemmerer, Wyoming; 16 grandchildren, 33 great-grandchildren, and 3 great-great-grandchildren; numerous nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her husbands, Marion Kennedy, Neal Boyce, and Charley Stout; sisters Ruth and Clara; brothers Kenneth, Martin and Sydney “Red”; daughter Barbara Stout; step-son Emil Stout. Funeral services will be conducted at 1:00 p.m. Saturday, February 7, 2015 at the Eden Valley Community Center, Farson, Wyoming where a viewing will be held one hour prior to the services. Interment will take place in the Eden Valley Cemetery, Farson. Condolences for family can be left by going to www.foxfh.com. --- Green River Star, Feb 4, 2015 Spencer Lee Krause Spencer Lee Krause, 45, of Rock Springs, Wyoming passed away Jan. 29 at his home following a lengthy illness. He was a longtime resident of Rock Springs and former resident of Laramie and Green River. He was born in Laramie on Jan. 4, 1970, the son of Danny W. Krause and Maria E. Arellano. Krause attended schools in Green River and graduated from Green River High School with the class of 1988. He also attended Western Wyoming Community College and earned as associate degree in computer science and attended University of Wyoming in Laramie. In high school he was an outstanding first-string football player. He worked for Smith's Grocery Store for 20 years and for the past six months he worked for Hager Industries as a recertification specialist. Krause was a member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. He enjoyed spending time in the outdoors with his wife Sherri. He liked to go fishing, swimming, playing games like "Scrabble" with his daughter Kelsey and watching movies and caring for his tropical fish tank, and spending time with his family and friends. Survivors include his wife, Sherri Krause of Rock Springs; parents, Danny and Maria Krause of Green River; one daughter, Kelsey Lynne Krause of Laramie; two sisters, Shannon Harrington of Rock Springs and Michelle Dunn and husband Duane of Rock Springs; two step-sons, Jaziel Rios of Casper and Wesley Morgan of Rock Springs; one step-daughter, Jessica Iguado and husband Darrin of Broken Arrow, Okla .; two sisters, Shannon Harrington of Rock Springs and Michelle Dunn and husband Duane of Rock Springs; adoptive grandmother, Sally Ice of Green River; three grandchildren, Anthony Rios of Rock Springs, Riley Jones of Broken Arrow, Okla. and Layla Jones of Broken Arrow, Okla.; nephews, Danniel McMichael, Alexander Rideout, Charlie Dunn, Trace Harrington; nieces Chelsey McMichael, Baylee Dunn and Lacy Harrington; many great nieces, one great-nephew, aunts, uncles, and cousins. He was preceded in death by his maternal grandparents, Benjamin and Guierimina Arellano and paternal grandparents, Harold and Louise Krause and adoptive grandfather, Daniel Ice. Following cremation, memorial services will be conducted at 11 a.m. Friday at the White Mountain L.D.S. Chapel at 3315 White Mountain Boulevard in Rock Springs. Friends may call at the church one hour prior to services. Condolences may be left at http://www.vasefuneralhomes.com. --- SweetwaterNow.com, Feb 6, 2015 Andrew F. Peternell Andrew F. Peternell, 75, of Rock Springs, Wyoming passed away on Thursday, February 5th, 2015 in Cheyenne, WY. A long time resident of Rock Springs, Mr. Peternell had been in ill health for the past year. He was born on October 26, 1940 in Rock Springs, the son of Andrew and Phyllis Peternell. Mr. Peternell attended schools in Rock Springs, Wyoming and was a retired employee of The State of Wyoming Department of Transportation. His interests included spending time with his family and morning coffee with friends. Survivors include his daughter and son-in-law Heather and Warren Anderson of Rock Springs, his grand-daughter Ashley Anderson of Rock Springs, a son and daughter-in-law Andrew and Carol Peternell of Salt Lake City, Utah. He was preceded in death by his father and mother Andrew and Phyllis Peternell, also of Rock Springs and a sister Barbara Hudak. Funeral arrangements are still pending at this time. The family of Andrew Peternell respectfully suggests that donations in his memory be made to The Holy Spirit Catholic School, 210 A Street, Rock Springs, WY, 82901. --- SweetwaterNow.com, Feb 6, 2015 Mark Allen Lawson II Mark Allen Lawson II, 26, of Rock Springs died Sunday, February 1, 2015 at his home after a sudden illness. He was born April 7, 1988 in Rock Springs, the son of Mark A Lawson I and Jeana Simmons Lawson- Parker. He attended schools in Green River and Rock Springs. He had worked for the Rocket Miner Newspaper for three years. His interests were gaming, listening to black metal music, politics , and shooting. He especially loved cats and dogs, the Marvel Comics characters, with Dead Pool being his favorite, watching the History, Discovery, and Sci-Fi channels. He was known by most of his friends as Mark Demon Gorgrim Lawson. Survivors include his mother Jeana L. Lawson-Parker and husband Daniel Parker of Rock Springs; son Jason Daniel Reeves of Colorado Springs, Colorado; brothers Jeffrie Rian Lawson of Key West Florida, Marshall Lee Lawson of Nebraska; sisters Jade Nikki Pacheco and Berlin Raine Parker both of Rock Springs, Alicia Dawn Archer of Loveland, Colorado; grandparents Max Edward and Patty Lue Lawson of Riverton, Wyoming; uncles Steven J. Lawson of Key West, Lee Edward Lawson of Gillette; several aunts and uncles; numerous cousins, nieces and nephews; one great-niece. He was preceded in death by his father Mark A. Lawson I; grandparents Connie Lawson, Edward A. and Elizabeth Stuart Simmons; great- grandparents Eldred and Ellen J. Stewart, James and Inez M. Lawson. Funeral services will be held 3:00 p.m. Monday February 9, 2015 at Fox Funeral Home, 2800 Commercial Way, Rock Springs where a viewing will be one hour prior to the services. Cremation will follow at Fox Crematory, Rock Springs. The family requests that in lieu of flowers, donations be made to Mark’s Memorial fund at http://www.gofundme.com/llusy8. --- SweetwaterNow.com, Feb 9, 2015 James “Jim” N. Robey James “Jim” N. Robey, 81, of Green River, Wyoming passed away on Sunday, February 8, 2015 at his home. A longtime resident of Green River, Wyoming, Mr. Robey died following a lengthy illness. He was born on January 27, 1934 in Kingman, Kansas, the son of Adin S. and Ida P. Sinnett Robey. Mr. Robey married Joan Margaret Leckner in Clayton, New Mexico on January 1, 1952 and she preceded him in death on May 2, 1996. He worked for Northwest Pipeline and Williams Field Services for thirty seven years retiring as a District Manager in April of 1994. His interests included spending time with his family. He enjoyed fishing, hunting, camping, rock hunting, searching for objects with a metal detector, gun smithing and geneology. Survivors include his companion Verna Wunneburger of Green River, Wyoming; one son Troy E. Robey and wife Karen of Battleground, Washington; three daughters Connie M. Hacking and husband Michael of Pocatello, Idaho, Marie E. Wilson and husband John of Green River, Wyoming and Lynn A. Young and husband Christopher of Superior, Wyoming; two brothers Dwaine Robey of Westcliff, Colorado and Dale Robey of Texas; two sisters Velda Hoober of Oklahoma and Myla Ritchie of Nebraska; twelve grandchildren Richard Hacking, Michalene Etnyre, Justin Hacking, LaCreshia Mote, Tiffany Steele, Stephanie Robey, Amber Wilson, Shane Wilson, Brian Wilson, Amanda Holgate, Krystal Blaisdell, and Brooke Marang; five great grandchildren Ella Hacking, Mason Etnyre, Kassidy Mote, Clarissa Mote, and Makayla Mote; several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents Adin and Ida Robey; wife Joan Robey; son Clark Robey. Following cremation, memorial services will be conducted at 1:00 P.M. Thursday, February 12, 2015at the Vase Flaming Gorge Chapel, 263 East Flaming Gorge Way, Green River, Wyoming. Inurnment will be in the Riverview Cemetery in Green River, Wyoming. Friends may call at the Vase Chapel, one hour prior to services. Condolences may be left at www.vasefuneralhomes.com The family of James N. “Jim” Robey respectfully suggests that donations in his memory be made to Hospice of Sweetwater County, 809 Thompson Street, Suite D, Rock Springs, Wyoming 82901. --- SweetwaterNow.com, Feb 9, 2015 Lula M. Tanner Lula M. Tanner, 90, of Rock Springs, Wyoming, passed away on Thursday, February 5, 2015 at the Memorial Hospital of Sweetwater County. A resident of Rock Springs, Wyoming since 1945 and former resident of Green River and Rawlins, Wyoming, Nebraska and Oklahoma, Mrs. Tanner passed away following a lengthy illness. She was born on February 24, 1924 in Picher, Oklahoma, the daughter of the late Charles Edward Bigley and Nora Louise Leftridge. Mrs. Tanner attended schools in Auburn, Nebraska. She married Leslie Gene Tanner in Omaha, Nebraska on June 9, 1943 and he preceded her in death. Mrs. Tanner owned and operated several businesses in Green River and Rock Springs, Wyoming and was also a homemaker. She was a past chairman for several years in the 60’s for the Green River March of Dimes in Green River, Wyoming. Her interests included spending time with her family, especially her grandchildren and great-grandchildren, embroidery work, gardening and the outdoors. She always looked forward to parties and get-togethers with her family and friends. Survivors include one daughter Patricia J. Kappes and companion Chuck Banas of Rock Springs, Wyoming; seven grandchildren Dr. Bonnie Randolph and husband Robert of Torrington, Wyoming, Burleigh Binning III and wife Jodie and Billie Eckhardt and husband Jay all of Laramie, Wyoming, Henry C. Kappes Jr. and wife Elizabeth of Germany, Charlotte Piaia and husband John and Adam Kappes and companion Diana Walter all of Rock Springs, Wyoming, and Rebecca Reinhart and husband Marshall of Humboldt, Illinois; eleven great-grandchildren Robert P. Randolph, Anya Randolph, Joseph Randolph, Timothy Randolph, Zoe Emerson, Paige Emerson, Carter Eckhart , Beau Eckhart, Ashlyn Piaia, Britney Kappes, Elizabeth Kappes, Samatha Binning and Tinsley Binning; several nieces and nephews including Don and Nancy Bigley, Kenny Bigley, Larry Dean Harris, Debra Dean, Karlene Brueggemann, Janet Sobotka, and Jeanie Hansford. She was preceded in death by her parents, husband Leslie G. Tanner; three brothers Melvin Bigley, Charles Bigley and James Bigley; four sisters Veronia Bardwell, Marie Hubbard, Barbara Harris and Joan Schutz; two daughters Anna Mae Kappes and Linda Lou Binning and two granddaughters Anna Marie Kappes and Janet Louise Kappes. Private Family Services will take place. The family of Lula M. Tanner respectfully suggests that donations in her memory be made to Deseret Health and Rehab, 1325 Sage Street, Rock Springs,Wyoming 82901. The funds will be used for a blanket warmer. Pallbearers: Adam Kappes, Chuck Banas, Burleigh Binning III, John Piaia, Robert Randolph and Jay Eckhart. Condolences may be left at www.vasefuneralhomes.com --- SweetwaterNow.com, Feb 9, 2015 Kynlee Lena Wolfard Kynlee Lena Wolfard, infant daughter of Gerald and Jamie Wolfard was born and passed away on Friday, February 6, 2015 at the Memorial Hospital of Sweetwater County. Survivors include her parents Gerald and Jamie Wolfard of Green River, Wyoming; one brother Joseph Sims of Green River, Wyoming; two sisters Kayla Sims of Green River, Wyoming and Mariah James of the Bridger Valley; paternal grandparents Janel Myrick and husband Tom of the Bridger Valley; Maternal grandfather Joe Bernal of Green River, Wyoming; several aunts, uncles and cousins. She was preceded in death by her paternal grandfather Adrian Wolfard and maternal grandmother Lena Bernal. Following cremation, a celebration of life will be at a later date. --- SweetwaterNow.com, Feb 10, 2015 Rob Roy Hamilton Rob Roy Hamilton, 59, of Green River, Wyoming passed away at Memorial Hospital in Rock Springs, Wyoming, on February 7, 2015 after a lengthy illness. He was born in Lander, Wyoming on August 24, 1955. The son of Onyx P. Smith and William Stanley Hamilton. He is survived by his son Adam James Hamilton of Green River, mother Onyx (Pat) Hamilton of Green River, sister Zaundra Hamilton of Green River, brother Daniel Hamilton of Custer, South Dakota, nephew Matthew Jett of Rock Springs, niece Teresa Smith, her husband Brian, and their daughter Burke Kelly, of West Jordan, Utah. He graduated from Omaha Central High School in Omaha, Nebraska in June of 1973. He served his country in the Navy from August 1973 through August 1980 on the USS Saratoga and the USS Midway. He loved fishing, gardening, and astronomy. He is preceeded in death by his wife Tyrra Runion Hamilton and their infant daughter. A military service is pending. He will be greatly missed. Condolences may be left at www.vasefuneralhomes.com --- Ronald V. Hall Funeral Home, Feb 13, 2015 Tina Pope GLENWOOD--Mrs. Tina Pope, age 67, of Montgomery County, died February 13, 2015 in Memorial Health University Medical Center after complications due to surgery. She was a native of Fairfax and lived most of her life in Uvalda. She was a beautician at Scarlett’s Salon and Beauty in Vidalia and never met a stranger. She loved line dancing, fishing, bargain hunting, cruising the roads, and caring for her family that affectionately called her “the mender”. She was preceded in death by her parents, Joseph Leroy and Hazel Lee Delk and her uncle, Hugh McGhee. Tina is survived by two daughters, Lisa Lison and husband, Jon of Rock Springs, Wyoming, and Shea Klapel and Dannie Thompson of Glenwood; one son, Perry Pope and wife Kimberly all of Glenwood; her special friend, Henry Morris of Lyons; two brothers, Johnny E. Delk, Sr. and wife Joan of Monticello, Florida and Joseph Leroy Delk, Jr. and wife Dana of Uvalda; two sisters, Nora Gene Ramsey and Martha Cook both of Idaho; five grandchildren, Tyler, Jennifer, Brittany, Jonci, and Mikel; six great-grandchildren; an aunt, Annie McGhee of Alamo; and several nieces, nephews, and cousins. The memorial service will be Monday, February 16th at 11:00 a.m. in the Cedar Crossing Baptist Church. The family will be receiving friends at Perry Pope’s house at 1600 East Highway 30, Glenwood, 30428. --- Wyo4News.com, Feb 16, 2015 Katherine Burlech Katherine Burlech, 101, of Rock Springs, Wyoming passed away on Saturday, February 14, 2015 at the Castle Rock Convalescent Center in Green River, Wyoming. A long-time resident of Rock Springs, Mrs. Burlech died following a sudden illness. She was born on January 5, 1914 in Rock Springs, the daughter of the late George Krichbaum and Mary Kramarst Krichbaum. Mrs. Burlech quit school in the tenth grade to go to work. She met her husband Frank Burlech Sr. at the Sunlight Bakery. They married in Manila, Utah on April 3, 1937 and he preceded her in death on July 18, 1969. Mrs. Burlech was a member of Young At Heart Senior Citizen’s Center and American Fraternal Union. They enjoyed staying in a cabin at South Pass in the summers and camping on the East Fork. She loved traveling, going to Polka Festivals and spending time with her family. She also enjoyed gardening, camping, embroidering, arts and crafts. Survivors include one daughter Mary Muckley and husband Bob of Rock Springs, Wyoming; two granddaughters Brenda Williams and Darla Muckley; great-grandchildren Kacy Williams, Alie Williams and Erinn Williams. She was preceded in death by her parents, husband, one son who died in infancy, twelve brothers and sisters. Funeral Services will be conducted at 11:00 A.M. Thursday, February 19, 2015 at the Vase Funeral Chapel, 154 Elk Street, Rock Springs, Wyoming. Interment will be in the Rock Springs Municipal Cemetery. Friends may call at the Vase Chapel on Thursday one hour prior to services. --- SweetwaterNow.com, Feb 16, 2015 Vonda Louise Muir Vonda Louise Muir, 74, of Green River, Wyoming passed away on Saturday, February 14, 2015 at the Hillside Rehabilitation Center in Salt Lake City, Utah. A long time resident of Manilla and Green River, Wyoming and former resident of California, Mrs. Muir died following a lengthy illness. She was born on February 20, 1940 in Green River, Wyoming, the daughter of the late Louis Peters and Winona Brady Peters. Mrs. Muir attended schools in Green River, Wyoming. She married Rusty D. Muir in Fort Bridger, Wyoming on June 10, 1978 and he preceded her in death on May 23, 2008. Mrs. Muir was an Avon Representative for twenty two years. Her favorite thing to do was shop, in addition, she liked to travel, read and watch movies. She also enjoyed spending time with her family especially her grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Survivors include four sons Mike Aaron and wife Robin of Upland, California, Jerry Muir and companion Sunny Bouck of Manila, Utah, Kirk Brandt of Lyman, Wyoming and Ryan Brandt and wife Angie of Duchesne, Utah; one daughter Marie Cowden and husband Dale of Green River, Wyoming; one brother Frayne Smith and wife Claudia of Rancho Cucamonga, California; one sister Connie Vandenburg of Green River, Wyoming; thirteen grandchildren; eleven great-grandchildren; three aunts; two uncles; several cousins, nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents and husband. Cremation will take place and a celebration of her life will be announced at a later date. --- SweetwaterNow.com, Feb 19, 2015 Donald Albert Baker Donald Albert Baker, 68, former resident of Superior, died Tuesday, February 17, 2015 at the Kindred Nursing And Rehabilitation Center in Rawlins. He was born January 17, 1947 in Murdo, South Dakota, the son of Donald O. Baker and Mildred Jackson Baker. He attended schools in Superior and Rock Springs, and graduated from Rock Springs High School with the class of 1965. He was employed by Union Pacific Railroad for about 30 years. He was a veteran having served in the US Army during the Vietnam War. He was a member of the American Legion, Archie Hay post 24. His interests were playing Bingo, trains, and spending time with friends, family, and especially his grandchildren. Survivors include his sons Donald Baker and wife Stacy of Mountain View Wyoming, James Baker and wife Lydia of Williston, North Dakota; daughter Kendra Baker and fiancé Nick Banner of Rock Springs; brother Edward James Petera of Denver, Colorado; sister Sharon Lee Baker of San Pablo, California; grandchildren Desa Baker, Jaysia Baker, Jayce Baker, Tyson Roberts, Kadee Roberts, Isaiah Baker and Maritza Perez; several aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces, and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents Donald and Mildred Baker; brothers David Baker, John Allen “Pete” Baker; sister Patricia Baker. Cremation has taken place at Fox Crematory, Rock Springs. Memorial service will be conducted at 1:00 pm. Tuesday, February 24, 2015 at Fox Funeral Home, 2800 Commercial Way, Rock Springs. Pastor Dave Gilman will officiate. Inurnment with military honors will follow in the Rock Springs Municipal Cemetery, Rock Springs. Condolences for family can be left at www.foxfh.com. --- SweetwaterNow.com, Feb 23, 2015 Loma Mead Loma Mead, 84, of Rock Springs, Wyoming passed away on Friday, February 20, 2015 at the Memorial Hospital of Sweetwater County. A long time resident of Rock Springs, Mrs. Mead died following a lengthy illness. She was born on July 23, 1930 in Wiley, Colorado, the daughter of the late Chester Petersen and Lizzie Petersen. Mrs. Mead attended schools in Buhl, Idaho and was a graduate of the Buhl High School with the class of 1948. She married Wilbur Mead in Elko, Nevada and he later passed away in Roosevelt, Utah. Mrs. Mead had been employed as a bookkeeper for High Security Lock and Alarm and retired in 2014. She was a member of the First Baptist Church, American Legion Women’s Auxiliary, and Women’s Bible Study Group. Her interests included spending time with her family, word puzzles, reading, cooking and sewing. She is survived by two sons John Forest of Royal City, Washington and Douglas Forest of Rock Springs, Wyoming; two daughters Cindy Elder and husband Mark of Rock Springs, Wyoming and Linda Greenlaugh of Idaho; two brothers Bill Petersen and wife Bernice of Boise, Idaho and Vance Petersen and wife Cindy of Rock Springs, Wyoming; four grandchildren Robert Elder and wife Amber, Adam Elder, Matthew Elder and Alicia Smith and husband Randall; two great-grandchildren Hannah Smith and Gabrial Smith; several nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents; husband; one brother Keith Petersen; one sister Mary Pehrson; nephews Lynn Petersen and Chris Pehrson and one granddaughter Jennifer Elder. Funeral Services will be conducted at 1:00 P.M. Wednesday, February 25, 2015 at the First Baptist Church, 527 “C” Street, Rock Springs, Wyoming. Cremation will follow. Graveside services and inurnment will be conducted at 11:00 A.M. Friday, February 27, 2015 at Rest Haven Memorial Gardens. Friends may call at the church one hour prior to services. --- Wyo4News.com, Feb 23, 2015 Oliver "Bud" Tebedo Oliver “Bud” Tebedo, 84, of Rock Springs, Wyoming passed away on Saturday, February 21, 2015 at his home. A longtime resident of Rock Springs, Wyoming and former resident of Woodbridge, Virginia, Mr. Tebedo passed away following a lengthy illness. Mr. Tebedo was born in Grand Junction, Colorado on March 26, 1930, the son of the late George Oliver Tebedo and Iona Manchester Tebedo. He attended schools in Grand Junction, Colorado and graduated from Grand Junction High School with the Class of 1948. He also attended Regis College for one year and Mesa State University for one and a half years. Mr. Tebedo served in the United States Air Force during the Korean and Vietnam Conflicts from December 30, 1950 until he retired on November 22, 1971. While in the service he earned the National Defense Service Medal, Good Conduct Medal and many others. He married Mary Kathryn Snow in Saint Mary’s Cathedral in Cheyenne, Wyoming on August 3, 1954. Mr. Tebedo spent twenty-one years in the Air Force and after retiring he worked for the New Studio and then was the owner and operator of the New Studio for twenty years. He retired in 1996. Mr. Tebedo was a member of the Holy Spirit Catholic Community, Knights of Columbus, , American Legion Archie Hay Post #24 and B.P.O. Elks Lodge # 624 all in Rock Springs, Wyoming; and past member of Rotary Club. Survivors include his wife Mary Kathryn Tebedo of Rock Springs, Wyoming; five sons Wayne E. Tebedo and wife Sharon of Omaha, Nebraska, Oliver David Tebedo of Grand Junction, Colorado, Brian K. Tebedo and wife Kathy of Rock Springs, Wyoming, Jeffrey L. Tebedo and wife Delia of Roswell, New Mexico and Christopher J. Tebedo of Grand Junction, Colorado; three daughters Carolyn D. Jussila and husband Bill of Laramie, Wyoming, Eileen M. Cristanelli and husband Wayne of Rock Springs, Wyoming and Nadine M. Girouard and husband David of Rock Springs, Wyoming; one brother Donald E. Tebedo and wife Mary Ann of Colorado Springs, Colorado; one sister Evelyn Harris and husband Bill of Denver, Colorado; nineteen grandchildren, including Jason Cristanelli and wife Jessica of Rock Springs, Wyoming and Matthew Tebedo and wife Abby of Green River, Wyoming; twenty great-grandchildren; many cousins, nine nephews, twelve nieces and brother-in-law Jim Snow and wife Cecelia of Cheyenne, Wyoming. He was preceded in death by his parents; one son Michael A. Tebedo; one granddaughter Lynn M. Cristanelli; one great-grandson Dallas G. Sandoval. A mass of Christian burial will be celebrated at 10:00 A.M. February 27, 2015 at Our Lady of Sorrow’s Catholic Church, 116 Broadway, Rock Springs, Wyoming. A vigil service with rosary will be recited at 5:30 P.M. Thursday, Feb. 26 at the church. Military Honors and Interment will be in the Rock Springs Municipal Cemetery. Friends may call at the church on Thursday, one hour prior to the rosary and on Friday at the church, one hour prior to services. Condolences may be left at www.vasefuneralhomes.com. --- Rock Springs Daily Rocket-Miner, Mar 1, 2015 CLAIR REESE TERRY CLEARFIELD, Utah -- Funeral services for Clair Reese Terry were Saturday, Feb. 21, 2015, at Lindquist's Roy Mortuary in Clearfield, Utah. Interment was in the Green River Cemetery. Mr. Terry, 91, died Monday, Feb. 16, 2015, surrounded by his family. He was born Feb. 28, 1923, in McKinnon, son of Charles A. and Chasta M. Peterson Terry. He served in the U.S. Navy during World War II. He married Beverly M. Anderson on Nov. 7, 1945, in McKinnon. Their marriage was solemnized in the Salt Lake City LDS Temple. He retired from FMC as a maintenance foreman after 35 years, He is survived by his daughters, Toni Haddis and husband, Jay, Raelene Jones and husband, Dave, Lynelle Goff and husband, Don, and Cindy Henderson and husband, Joe; son, Rick Terry and wife, Julie; 20 grandchildren; 30 great-grandchildren; and sister, Beth Cox. He was preceded in death by his grandson, Shawn Clair Terry; five brothers; and three sisters. --- Wyo4News.com, Mar 2, 2015 Evelyn King Evelyn King, 83, of Green River, Wyoming passed away on Friday, Febrauary 27, 2015 at her home. A resident of Green River for 83 years, Mrs. King died following a lengthy illness. She was born on May 21, 1931 in Morgan, Utah, the daughter of the late John W. Price and Ruby Lee Price. Mrs. King attended schools in Green River, Wyoming and married her husband Bruce E. King in Evanston, Wyoming in 1949. Survivors include her husband Bruce of Green River, Wyoming. One son Jeffery King of Rock Springs, Wyoming; six daughters Kathleen Miller and husband Darrell, Pennie Byrd and husband Larry of Green River, Wyoming, Lorraine Sisneros and husband Anthony of Mora, New Mexico, Cindy Wood and husband Keith and Rebecca King also of Green River, Wyoming; daughter-in-law Lela King of Green River, Wyoming; four brothers John, Kenneth, James and Edwin Price all of Green River, Wyoming; three sisters Ruby Hayes of Salt Lake City, Utah, Betty Rose of Thayne, Wyoming and Ruth Riddle of Green River, Wyoming. Twenty-one grandchildren, twenty-two great-grandchildren and three great-great- grandchildren also survive. She was preceded in death by one son Michael King, one daughter Bonnie Pulley and husband Roger and one great-grandson James Byrd. Memorial Services will be conducted at 11:00 A.M. Tuesday, March 3, 2015, at the Vase Flaming Gorge Chapel 263 East Flaming Gorge Way, Green River, Wyoming. Inurnment will follow at the Riverview Cemetery Columbarium. Friends may call at the chapel one hour prior to services. --- SweetwaterNow.com, Mar 2, 2015 Mary Florence Henriksen Mary Florence Henriksen, 104, of Green River, formally of Logan Utah, passed away peacefully in Rock Springs, Wyoming February 28th, 2015. She was born November 9th, 1910, in River Heights, Utah, daughter of Ernest and Emily Weibel. During her childhood, she was her father’s shadow. She met and married Martin Peter Henriksen aka “Barney” on March 29, 1929. While raising their two children they lived in California and then returned to Logan, Utah to make their permanent home. Her love and dedication enabled her to support her family for over 6 generations. Her interests included: Gardening, jigsaw/crossword puzzles, bird watching, gaming, traveling and above all her family. She is survived by 8 grandchildren, 31 great-grandchildren, 29 great-great-grandchildren and 2 great-great-great-grandchildren. She was proceeded in death by her parents, her two children, Martin JR Henriksen and Betty Bingelli, 2 grandchildren and 1 great-great-grandchild. Services will be held at the Allen Hall Mortuary on Thursday, March 5th, 2015 at 34 East Center street Logan Utah 84321 Viewing at 10-30 to 11-30 Service at 12:00. Interment to follow at River Heights, Utah Cementary. --- SweetwaterNow.com, Mar 3, 2015 Aaron "Swede" Zuehlsdorff Aaron “Swede” Zuehlsdorff, 86, of Rock Springs, passed away on Sunday, March 1, 2015 at the Highland Care Center in Salt Lake City, Utah. A long time resident of Rock Springs, Wyoming and former resident of Powder Wash, Colorado, Mr. Zuehlsdorff died following a brief illness. He was born on January 10, 1929 in Hawley, Minnesota, the son of John H. Zuehlsdorff and Mabele Krombeck. Mr. Zuehlsdorff attended schools in Hawley, Minnesota and Broadus, Montana. He married Mildred M. “Millie” Toly on December 7, 1948. They were married sixty-four years. Mr. Zuehlsdorff was employed by Mountain Fuel Supply Company for forty two years and retired as General Manager. He was a member of Holy Spirit Catholic Community, Rock Springs Rotary Club, Kiwanis Club, Questarians. He enjoyed playing poker, reading western novels, history, collectiong hats, and most important spending time with his family. Survivors include his wife Mildred “Millie” Zuehlsdorff of Rock Springs, Wyoming; two sons Byron Zuehlsdorff and wife Traci of Rock Springs, Wyoming and DuWayne Zuehlsdorff and wife Cynthia of Longmont, Colorado; four brothers Noel Zuehlsdorff of Anacortes , Washington, Roger Zuehlsdorff of Colstrip, Montana, Arlen Zuehlsdorff and wife Wanda of Billings, Montana, Dwight Zuehlsdorff and wife Helen of Fort Smith, Arkansas; two sisiters Velma Wittman of Federal Way, Washington, and Leith Simonson of Sturgis, South Dakota; five grandchildren Kelly Zuehlsdorff of Seattle, Washington,Laurie Zuehlsdorff of Durango, Colorado, Dotti Gramke and husband Troy of Upland, Nebraska, Tom Zuehlsdorff of Rock Springs, Wyoming, Charla Welch and husband Jason of Vinenza, Italy; four great-grandchildren; several cousins, nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents; two sisters Dielda Barthomay and Jewel Richards and one brother John Zuehlsdorff. Cremation will take place and memorial services are pending. --- SweetwaterNow.com, Mar 3, 2015 Lois Kay Rollins Simms Lois Kay Rollins Simms, 71, of Ely, Nevada passed away on Sunday, March 1, 2015 at the Deseret Health and Rehabilitation Center in Rock Springs, Wyoming. A longtime resident of Ely, Nevada and former longtime resident of Rock Springs, Mrs. Simms died following a lengthy illness. She was born on February 23, 1944 in Evanston, Wyoming, the daughter of the late Sherman Rollins and MaryEllen Burdick Rollins. Mrs. Simms attended schools in Evanston, Wyoming and was a 1962 graduate of the Evanston High School. She married Jay C. Simms in Evanston, Wyoming on February 7, 1972 and he passed away in Salt Lake City, Utah on October 29, 2013. Her interests included her cats, playing cards with her family, computer games, swinging on the porch swing, spending time with her children, grandchildren and great-grandson. Survivors include one son Chaunc Lee Simms of Ely, Nevada; two daughters Joni Simms Horner of Ely, Nevada and Annie J. Simms Stingerie of Rock Springs, Wyoming; one brother Ron Rollins of Alpine, Wyoming; three sisters Claudia Bennett of Rock Springs, Wyoming, Comet Bettinson of Evanston, Wyoming and Beth Hinds of Farmington, Utah; six grandchildren C.J. Horner, Boni Horner, Bishop Stingerie, Pearl Stingerie, Ever Hansen, Jianna Hansen-Stingerie; one great-grandson Dominic Horner; several aunts, uncles and cousins. She was preceded in death by her parents Sherman Rollins and MaryEllen Burdick Rollins, her husband Jay C. Simms, and two brothers Floyd Rollins and Rex Rollins. Cremation will take place and services will be held at a later date. --- SweetwaterNow.com, Mar 3, 2015 Betty W. Howell Betty W. Howell, 85 of Rock Springs, Wyoming passed away on Saturday, February 21, 2015 at her home. She was a resident of Rock Springs and a former long-time resident of Casper, WY. Mrs. Howell died following a lengthy battle with Alzheimer’s disease. Betty was born January 22, 1930 in Casper, WY. She attended schools in Casper and graduated from Natrona High School in 1948. Betty married Robert S Johnson and had three children Robert S, William J, and John R Johnson. Betty and Robert eventually divorced and she later married Ed McMackin and they had one daughter, Carrie Lynn. Betty was employed by Mountain Bell Telephone Company where she started as a switch board operator working her way into a front office position. She was one of two women that were offered positions with the company that were considered a “man’s position” at the time. They were also the first to receive equal pay to their counterparts. She retired with Mountain Bell as a Second Level Supervisor. Betty believed that her sons should have the opportunity to hunt and fish, and she took her sons and nephews fishing and camping when they were younger. She continued to hunt and fish with her sons even as they became adults. She loved deer and antelope hunting on the prairie as well as elk hunting in the mountains with her brother, sons, and grandchildren. She also loved going fishing in Wyoming’s mountain streams and lakes, and she even made it to Canadian waters. Betty also adored her opportunity to be a mother to her daughter, and she enjoyed doing things with her including shopping and helping her excel in her school activities. Betty loved to travel and she enjoyed visits to California, Las Vegas, and it wasn’t unusual to find her in Deadwood, SD playing a slot machine. After her retirement she even traveled to Atlanta, GA where she visited the Coca-Cola factory and had wonderful stories of her trip to share with her children and grandchildren. Betty had an unselfish and endless love for her family. She would travel near and far to watch the events that her grandchildren participated in including basketball, wrestling, and hockey. All of her grandchildren brought her great joy, and she would hold her grandbabies for hours. Betty is survived by three of her four children, Robert S (Ava) Johnson of Recluse, WY, William J Johnson of Rock Springs, WY, and Carrie L (David) Lee of Casper, WY. Twelve grandchildren, (Robert) Stacy, Wes, Rebecca, John, (William) Shawn, Ryan, Joshua, Christian, Gabriel, Jordan, (Carrie) Austin, Aubree. Seventeen great grandchildren, sister Viola Bullington, sister-in-law Georgia Fay Struck, and numerous great nieces and nephews. A mass of Christian burial will be celebrated at 10:00 A.M. Saturday, March 7, 2015 at the Our Lady of Sorrows Catholic Church, 116 Broadway, Rock Springs, Wyoming. A Parish Rosary will be recited at 6:00 P.M. Friday, March 6, 2015 at the Vase Funeral Chapel, 154 Elk Street, Rock Springs, Wyoming. Inurnment will be in the Rock Springs Municipal Cemetery. Friends may call at the Vase Chapel on Friday one hour prior to the rosary and on Saturday morning at the Church, one hour prior to services. --- Wyo4News.com, Mar 6, 2015 Lorraine K. Legerski Lorraine K. Legerski, 93, of Evanston, Wyoming passed away on Thursday, March 5, 2015 at the Rocky Mountain Care Center in Evanston, Wyoming. A resident of Evanston, Wyoming and former longtime Rock Springs, Wyoming, Mrs. Legerski passed away following a lengthy illness. She was born on January 12, 1922 in Roundup, Montana, the daughter of the late Joseph J. Riedel and Mary DeShayes Riedel. Mrs. Legerski attended schools in Gebo, Superior and Thermopolis, Wyoming and graduated from Thermopolis High School with the Class of 1940. She married Michael Andrew Legerski in Thermopolis, Wyoming on June 16, 1940 and he preceded her in death on September 23, 1999. Mrs. Legerski was a supervisor for J.C. Penny Company for nineteen years until her retirement on July 9, 1983. She was a member of the Holy Spirit Catholic Community and Young at Heart Senior Citizens. Her interests included bowling, bridge, traveling and spending time with family. Survivors include one son Donald Legerski and wife Judy of Lander, Wyoming; one daughter Kathy Seale of Evanston, Wyoming; seven grandchildren and eleven great-grandchildren; sisters-in-law Annie Walker and Edith “Bonnie” Legerski both of Rock Springs, Wyoming . She was preceded in death by her parents, husband Michael A. Legerski and one son Michael J. Legerski. Cremation has taken place and there will be no services per her request. Condolences may be left at www.vasefuneralhomes.com --- SweetwaterNow.com, Mar 6, 2015 Barbara Myrl Persinger Barbara Myrl Persinger, 71, of Rock Springs died March 5, 2015 at Memorial Hospital of Sweetwater County after a sudden illness. She was born December 17, 1943 in Rock Springs, the daughter of Andy Mike Tomich and Effie Marie Farmer Tomich. She attended schools in Rock Springs and graduated from Rock Springs High School with the class of 1961. She worked for many years as a private health care provider. Barbara married Gary Wayne Persinger January 4, 1991 in Las Vegas, Nevada. Her interests were watching football and The Voice, attending farmers market, playing bingo, Elvis Presley, being a care giver, and spending time with her family. Survivors include her husband Gary Persinger of Rock Springs; children Andrew Tolar, Michele Tolar, Renee Muniz and husband Donald, Rich Tolar and wife Rena, and Josh Tolar; step-children Debbie Persinger, Gary Persinger Jr., Christy Marquez, Julie Erickson and husband Tim, and Johnny Persinger; sisters Susan Sweets and husband Mark, Linda McMurry and husband Ron; brother-in-law James Ditton; several grandchildren, great-grandchildren, nieces, nephews, and extended family. She was preceded in death by her parents Andrew and Effie Tomich; brother Jimmy Tomich; sisters Rosemary Ditton and Terry Freeze; nephew James Ditton. Cremation will take place a Fox Crematory, Rock Springs. Memorial services will be conducted at 11 a.m. Tuesday, March 10, 2015 at Fox Funeral Home, 2800 Commercial Way, Rock Springs. Rev. Glen Szczechowski will officiate. Inurnment will follow in the Rock Springs Municipal Cemetery, Rock Springs. Condolences for family can be left at www.foxfh.com. --- SweetwaterNow.com, Mar 9, 2015 Roger “Gary” Eagle Roger “Gary” Eagle, 53, of Rock Springs, died Saturday, March 5, 2015 at the Huntsman Cancer Hospital in Salt Lake City. He was born November 22, 1961 in Columbus, Ohio, the oldest of five children to Gerald Eagle and Brenda Joy Shaffer Eagle. His interests were racing stock cars, fixing cars, driving trucks, Dale Earnhardt, and spending time with his children and family. Survivors include his mother Brenda Shaffer of Las Vegas; his companion of 21 years Tina Burnley of Rock Springs; children Shawn Starrett, Lorely Eagle, Lianna Estabrook, Raetanna Eagle and husband Tyler Wilson, and Harley Eagle; sisters Regina Townsend of Las Vegas, Saundra Scaff and husband Von of Denton, Texas, Renda Seymore of Boston, Massachusetts; longtime friends Robert Richards and James Scott. He was preceded in death by his father Gerald Eagle and sister Cassie Kihem. Cremation will take place at Fox Crematory, Rock Springs. Memorial services will be held at 5:00 p.m. Thursday, March 12, 2015 at the First Assembly of God Church, 2191 Century Blvd., Rock Springs. Condolences for family can be left at www.foxfh.com. --- SweetwaterNow.com, Mar 10, 2015 Kenneth E. Kopp Kenneth E. Kopp, Sr. , 66, of Rock Springs, Wyoming passed away at his home on Sunday, March 8, 2015 following a lengthy illness. He had been a long time resident of Rock Springs, Wyoming. He was born on July 21, 1948 in Pierce, Colorado, the son of the late Louis and Ruby Kopp.Mr. Kopp attended schools in Rock Springs, Wyoming. He married Joyce Brown Fernandez on January 1, 1994 in Rock Spirngs, Wyoming. He had formerly been married to Barbara Harsha and Cindy Doran Camacho. Mr. Kopp was the owner of K & Z Construction for twenty-eight years and retired in 2009. He is a current member of Restoration Ministries and was a past ten year member of High Desert Riders . He was an avid outdoorsman who enjoyed gardening, fishing, hunting, boating, camping and riding motorcycles. Mr. Kopp was a natural craftsman and carpenter. He was artistic and could fix anything. He also was an aquarium enthusiast and enjoyed spending time with his family and friends and especially his grandchildren. Survivors include his wife of twenty-one years Joyce Kopp of Rock Springs, Wyoming; three sons Kenneth E. Kopp Jr. and wife Sara, Terri Kopp all of Casper, Wyoming and Dustin Kopp and wife Christina of Rock Springs, Wyoming; two step-daughters Anita Bell and husband Kade and Lolita Sains all of Rock Springs, Wyoming; foster daughter Joyce Crawford and husband Robert of Leavenworth, Kansas; two brothers Jim Kopp of Casper, Wyoming and Richard Kopp and wife Pam of Surprise, Arizona; two sisters Helen Overy of Cottonwood Heights, Utah and Norma Jean Gallatin of Greeley, Colorado; grandchildren Summer Ann Kopp, Andrew Kopp, Marcus Kopp, Haley Sains, Robert “Bobby” Sains, Brody Bell, Kierra Levina Bell, Jonathan Crawford, Jacob Crawford and Jessica Crawford; several cousins, nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents. Cremation will take place and a celebration of his life will be conducted at 6:00 P.M. Saturday, March 14, 2015 at Restoration Ministries, 518 Elk Street, Rock Springs, Wyoming. --- SweetwaterNow.com, Mar 12, 2015 Susan Ann Fletcher Susan Ann Fletcher, 78, of Green River, Wyoming passed away on Tuesday, March 10, 2015 in Provo, Utah. A resident of Green River, Wyoming for the past eight years and former resident of Skandia, Michigan, Mrs. Fletcher passed away following a brief illlness. She was born on May 7, 1936 in Marquette, Michigan, the daughter of the late George McMaster and Hilda Turri. Mrs. Fletcher attended schools in Scandia, Michigan. She married Donald James Fletcher in Marquette, Michigan in 1955 and he preceded her in death in 1968. Mrs. Fletcher worked as a cook and meat cutter. Her interests included gardening, cooking and spending time with her family and dogs. Survivors include one son Paul Fletcher and wife Erma of California; three daughters Julia Tousignant and husband Dennis of Negaunee, Michigan, Karla Duvall and husband Robert of Green River, Wyoming and Karen Bailey and companion Richard Toleman of Green River, Wyoming; one brother Jim McMaster of Skandia, Michigan; one sister Nancy Matthews of Marquette, Michigan; ten grandchildren; seven great-grandchildren and several nieces and nephews; her dogs Otto, Totto and Norman. She was preceded in death by her parents, husband, one son Donald “Brownie” Fletcher, two sisters Helen and Alice, two brothers George and John and one sister-in-law Jeanne Fletcher. Cremation has taken place and a celebration of her life will be conducted in Michigan. The time, date and place will be announced at a later date. Condolences may be left at www.vasefuneralhomes.com --- SweetwaterNow.com, Mar 12, 2015 Vonda Louise Muir Vonda Louise Muir, 74, of Green River, Wyoming passed away on Saturday, February 14, 2015 at the Hillside Rehabilitaion Center in Salt Lake City, Utah. A long time resident of Manilla and Green River, Wyoming and former resident of California, Mrs. Muir died following a lengthy illness. She was born on February 20, 1940 in Green River, Wyoming, the daughter of the late Louis Peters and Winona Brady Peters. Mrs. Muir attended schools in Green River, Wyoming. She married Rusty D. Muir in Fort Bridger, Wyoming on June 10, 1978 and he preceded her in death on May 23, 2008. Mrs. Muir was an Avon Representative for twenty two years. Her interests were shopping, traveling, reading and watching movies. She also enjoyed spending time with her family especially her grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Survivors include four sons Mike Aaron and wife Robin of Upland, California, Jerry Muir and companion Sunny Bouck of Manila, Utah, Kirk Brandt of Lyman, Wyoming and Ryan Brandt and wife Angie of Duchesne, Utah; one daughter Marie Cowden and husband Dale of Green River, Wyoming; one brother Frayne Smith and wife Claudia of Rancho Cucamonga, California; one sister Connie Vandenburg of Green River, Wyoming; thirteen grandchildren; eleven great-grandchildren; three aunts; two uncles; several cousins, nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents and husband. Cremation has taken place and a celebration of life will be conducted at 2:00 P.M. Friday, March 13, 2015 at Golden Hour Senior Citizen’s Center, 550 Uinta Drive, Green River, Wyoming. Condolences may be left at www.vasefuneralhomes.com --- Wyo4News.com, Mar 12, 2015 Lois Jean Lightner Heinrich Lois Jean Lightner Heinrich, 86, of Rock Springs, Wyoming passed away on Thursday, March 12, 2015 at her home. A longtime resident of Rock Springs, Wyoming and former resident of Riverton, Wyoming, Mrs. Heinrich passed away following a lengthy illness. She was born on January 7, 1929, the daughter of the late Charles Groom Lightner and Alice Gertrude Wilde. Mrs. Heinrich attended schools in Rock Springs, Wyoming and graduated from Rock Springs High School. She married Herman Heinrich in Riverton, Wyoming in 1970 and he preceded her in death in 1990. Mrs. Heinrich was the owner and operator of the Oregon Trail Cafe. She was a member of the Fraternal Order of Eagles No. 3036 in Riverton, Wyoming. Her interests included bingo, gambling, Wendover trips, crocheting, knitting and spending time with her family. Survivors include four sons Dan Goich of Rock Springs, Wyoming, Mike Goich and wife LaVonne of Rock Springs, Wyoming, Herman Heinrich and wife Theresa of Rock Springs, Wyoming and Porter Davis and wife Carolyn of Rock Springs, Wyoming; one daughter Bobbie Mines and husband Don of Farson, Wyoming; eighteen grandchildren; forty-four great-grandchildren, six great-great grandchldren and very special niece Donna Lou Leiting. She was preceded in death by her parents Charles and Alice Lightner, great-grandparents Thomas Groom Lightner and Martha Price; husband Herman Heinrich; one brother Tom Lightner; five sisters Bess Reddon, Jeanette Ditton, Martha Black, Anne Lightner and Gertrude Lightner and one great-grandson Daniel Willis Goich. Services are pending. Condolences may be left at www.vasefuneralhomes.com. --- Wyo4News.com, Mar 13, 2015 Joseph John Rogers Joseph John Rogers, 87, of Rock Springs, Wyoming passed away on Thursday, March 12, 2015 at his home. A lifelong resident of Rock Springs, Wyoming Mr. Rogers passed away following a lengthy illness. He was born in Winton, Wyoming on March 31, 1927, the son of the late William and Gladys Lowe. Mr. Rogers attended schools in Reliance, Wyoming. He married Joan Duzik and they later divorced and then married Marilyn Jelosek. Mr. Rogers served in the United States Army during World War II. He worked for FMC Corporation for twenty-five years. Mr. Rogers was a member of the Holy Spirit Catholic Community. His interests included golfing, hunting and spending time with family. Survivors include his wife Marilyn Rogers; two sons Michael Rogers and James Rogers; three daughters Jean Zaversnik and husband Gary, Jayne Vavold and companion Chris Messelt and Susan Araas and husband Jim; two sisters Wilma Erramouspe and Genevieve Gordon; seven grandchildren Lindsay, Nicole, Ashley, Andrea, Brian, Mark and Kristin; five great-grandchildren Joseph, Blair, Alexander, Reagan and Kelsey and several nieces, nephews and cousins. He was preceded in death by his parents, one son Joey Rogers and one sister Donna Collins and brothers-in-law Jack Collins and John Erramouspe. A mass of Christian burial will be celebrated at 11:00 A.M., Wednesday, March 18, 2015 at the Our Lady of Sorrows Catholic Church, 116 Broadway, Rock Springs, Wyoming. Father Emelio Cabrera will officiate. A Vigil Service with Rosary will be recited at 5;30 P.M., Tuesday, March 17, 2015 at the Our Lady of Sorrows Catholic Church. Interment with Military Honors will be in the Rock Springs Municipal Cemetery in Rock Springs, Wyoming. Friends may call at the church on Tuesday one hour prior to Rosary and on Wednesday morning one hour prior to services at the church. The family of Joseph John Rogers respectfully request that donations be made in his memoroy to Hospice of Sweetwater County, 333 Broadway, Suite 220, Rock Springs, Wyoming 82901; Young at Heart, 2400 Reagan, Rock Springs, Wyoming 82901 or Holy Spirit Catholic Parish, P.O. Box 6038, Rock Springs, Wyoming 82902 Condolences may be left at www.vasefuneralhomes.com. --- Wyo4News.com, Mar 16, 2015 Troy Martin Fellbaum Troy Martin Fellbaum, 36, of Rock Springs, Wyoming passed away on Friday, March 13, 2015 at his home, doing what he loved, working on his truck. He was born on December 17, 1978 in Rock Springs, Wyoming, the son of Daryl and Susan Fellbaum. Mr. Fellbaum graduated from the Alternative High School in Rock Springs in 1998. He also attended and graduated from Wyoming Technical Institute. Mr. Fellbaum was most recently employed with Weatherford and Wire Brothers. He married Tara Walton and they later divorced. Mr. Fellbaum was a member of the Lutheran Church and a proud member of the American Legion Riders and the Son’s of the American Legion. He enjoyed cars and motorcycles and most of all his daughters and friends and family. Survivors include his parents Daryl and Susan Fellbaum of Rock Springs, Wyoming; his daughters Mykel Wallton, Makinzey Fellbaum of Rock Springs, and Aspen Wilson of Bountiful Utah; one sister Leanne Norman and husband Destry of Salt Lake City, Utah; brother Barry Fellbaum and wife Carri of Rock Springs, Wyoming; maternal grand mother Loretta Olafson and paternal grandmother Marcy Fellbaum both of Fargo, North Dakota; his significant other Camille Genta; his biker family; three nieces, Jane, Piper and Abby, who were very special to him; aunts, uncles and cousins. He was preceded in death by his maternal grandfather Roy Olafson and paternal grandfather Martin Fellbaum. Following cremation, a celebration of his life will be conducted at 2:00 P.M. Thursday, March 19, 2015 at the Young At Heart Senior Citizen’s Center, 2400 Reagan, Rock Springs, Wyoming. Terry Gil will conduct the services. The family of Troy Martin Fellbaum respectfully suggests that donations in his memory be made to American Legion Riders, Archie Hay Post #24, 551 Broadway Street, Rock Springs, Wyoming. --- Green River Star, Mar 18, 2015 Wendell M. Finstad Wendell M. Finstad, 63, of Rock Springs passed away March 15, 2015 at his home. A resident of Rock Springs for the past 35 years, Finstad passed away following a brief illness. He was born in Thief River Falls, Minn., the son of Kenneth Arnold Finstad and Doris Eleanor Wasley. Finstad attended schools in Thief River Falls, Minn. and Harlowton, Mont. and graduated from Lincoln High School with the class of 1969. He married Michelle Laker in Eden Valley in 2005. Finstad owned and operated FWD Construction for many years. Survivors include his wife, Michelle Laker of Rock Springs; his mother, Doris Finstad of Harlowton, Mont.; one son, Taral Finstad of Forsyth, Mont; one step-son, Tyson Markham and wife Jessica of Laramie; one brother, Terry Finstad and wife Florian of Tigard, Ore .; three sisters, Darlene Roden and husband Ken of Algonquin, Ill., Dorthy Finstad of South St. Paul, Minn. and Karen Hammel of Harlowton, Mont .; one granddaughter, Nora Markham, several aunts and cousins; three nephews, Brent and Brooks Hammel of Billings, Mont. and Antonio from Tigard, Ore. and one niece, Sabrina of Tigard, Ore. He was preceded in death by his father, Kenneth Finstad; one brother, Brian Finstad and one brother-in-law, Richard Hammel. The family of Wendell M. Finstad respectfully request that donations be made in his memory to Hospice of Sweetwater County, 333 Broadway, Suite 220, Rock Springs, Wyoming 82901. Cremation has taken place and there will be no services per his request. Condolences may be left at http://www.vasefuneralhomes.com. --- Wyo4News.com, Mar 22, 2015 Donna Fleck Donna Fleck, 66, lifelong resident of Rock Springs, died Friday, March 13, 2015 at her home after a lengthy illness. She was born July 29, 1948 in Rock Springs, the daughter of Clifton Smith and Imojean Jacobs Smith. She attended schools in Rock Springs and graduated from Rock Springs High School with the class of 1967. She married Fred A. Fleck September 9, 1967 in Rock Springs. He preceded her in death August 31, 1998. Her interests were painting, fishing, talking on the phone, gardening, the Denver Bronco’s and spending time with her kids, grandkids, and great-grandkids. Survivors include her sons Fred S. Fleck and wife Tammy of Rock Springs, Heath Dale Smith and wife Breanda of Sheridan; daughters Joanna Robinson and husband Scott of Green River, Cristal J. Fleck of Rock Springs, Debra Garcia and husband John of Casper, Katrina Fleck; grandchildren Tracy and Mike Colley, Amanda and Casey Barnum, Zachery and Dezi Robinson, Shane, Cheyenne, and Dayzia Fleck, Storie Ratcliff, Heather Martinez, Robert and Christina Friel, Benjermin and Liz Munsinger all of Rock Springs, Travis and Ashley Price of Green River, John and Nicole Eckman, Loopie and Vincent Garcia all of Casper, Tony and Angie Martinez of Oklahoma; great-grandchildren Colton, Nicholas, Bailee, Kerra, Xander Colley all of Rock Springs, Xaiden, Madison, Mayla, Ambria Barnum all of Rock Springs, Brilee and Meria Price of Green River, Libby Eckman of Casper, Chandler, Aubrey, Priscilla, Colby Martinez all of Rock Springs, Tony Jr. Martinez of Oklahoma, Amiyah Munsinger of Rock Springs; sister Carol Brangham and husband Tom of Green River; one cousin and two nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents, husband Fred Fleck, brothers Basil and Virgil Smith, sister Thelma Smith, and one great-grandson Michael Andrew Colley. Cremation has taken place at Fox Crematory, Rock Springs. Memorial services will be held at 3:00 p.m. Friday, March 20,2015 at Fox Funeral Home, 2800 Commercial Way, Rock Springs. Pastor Michael Longfellow will officiate. The family would like to thank all the staff at Hospice of Sweetwater County for all their kind care. --- SweetwaterNow.com, Mar 24, 2015 Leo Patrick Froehlich GRANGER – Leo Patrick Froehlich, 67, passed away in Granger, Wyoming at his home. He had been a longtime resident of Granger and former resident of Fort Laramie, Wyoming. He was born on November 26, 1947 in Scottsbluff, Nebraska, the son of Cleo Paul Froehlich and Helen Mary Wawziniack Froehlich. Mr. Froehlich attended schools in Torrington, Wyoming and was a 1966 graduate of the Torrington High School. He married Erma Marie Haag in Green River, Wyoming on November 12, 1982 and they later divorced. Mr. Froehlich was a United States Army Veteran who served two tours in Vietnam. He was a self-employed truck driver. Survivors include one sister Wanda Jane Froehlich of North Platte, Nebraska; nieces and nephews Franklin Froehlich, Cheri Hetrick, Michele Richey, John Hill and Shannon Froehlich. He was preceded in death by his parents one sister Cleo Pauline Hill and one brother Michael Lee Froehlich. Cremation has taken place and memorial services will bew announced at a later date. --- Wyo4News.com, Mar 24, 2015 Martin J. Scala Martin J. Scala, 90, of Rock Springs, Wyoming passed away on Thursday, March 19, 2015 at the Deseret Health & Rehab Center in Rock Springs. A lifelong resident of Rock Springs, Wyoming, Mr. Scala passed away following a lengthy illness. He was born in Rock Springs, Wyoming on June 24, 1924 , the son of the late Henry Scala and Maddalena Marta. Mr. Scala attended schools in Rock Springs, Wyoming and graduated from Rock High School with the Class of 1943. He served in the United States Air Force during World War II. Mr. Scala worked as a heavy equipment operator until his retirement in 1988. He was a member of the Holy Spirit Catholic Community and the Disabled Veterans of America. Survivors include of New York and several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents, one brother Leo Scala; two sisters Theresa Penoff and Christine Brownhill and two brothers-in-law Jack Penoff and Don Brownhill. A mass of Christian burial will be celebrated at 11:00 A.M. Wednesday, April 1, 2015 at the Our Lady of Sorrows Catholic, 116 Broadway, Rock Springs, Wyoming. A vigil service with rosary will be recited at 5:30 P.M. on Tuesday, March 31, 2015 at the Vase Funeral Chapel, 154 Elk Street, Rock Springs, Wyoming. Interment will be in the Rock Springs, Municipal Cemetery. Friends may call at the Vase Chapel on Tuesday one hour prior to the rosary and on Wednesday at the Vase Chapel, one hour prior to services. Condolences may be left at www.vasefuneralhomes.com --- Wyo4News.com, Mar 25, 2015 Troy Garland Jones Troy Garland Jones, 36, of Farson, Wyoming passed away on Tuesday, March 24, 2015 at the University of Utah in Salt Lake City, Utah. A lifelong resident of Farson, Wyoming, Mr. Jones passed away following a sudden illness. He was born on October 31, 1978 in Rock Springs, Wyoming, the son of Steven Jones and Donna Hagan Jones. Mr. Jones attended schools in Farson, Wyoming and graduated from Farson High School with the Class of 1997. He married Dawn Lewis on March 26, 2003 in Las Vegas, Nevada. His interests included hunting, fishing, riding horses and being with his family, especially his boys. Survivors include his parents Steven Jones of Farson, Wyoming and Donna Jones of Houston, Texas; his wife Dawn Jones of Farson, Wyoming; two sons Hagan and Trevor Jones, both of Farson, Wyoming; one brother Seth Jones and wife Nicole of Farson, Wyoming; one sister Brandy Erramouspe and husband Jake of Sheridan, Wyoming; many cousins; two nieces Kara Erramouspe and Cadence Jones and six nephews Jack Erramouspe, Lain Mitchelson, Colby Jones, Carson Jones, Cree Jones, Cash Jones. Funeral Services will be held at 11:00 A.M., Saturday, March 28, 2015 at the Farson Community Hall in Farson, Wyoming. Pastor Patrick Heeney will conduct the services. Friends may call one hour prior to services at the hall in Farson. Interment will be in the Eden Valley Cemetery. Condolences may be left at www.vasefuneralhomes.com --- Green River Star, Mar 25, 2015 Marvin “Butch” Brauburger Marvin "Butch" Brauburger went home March 22, 2015, at 5:45 a.m. Preceded by his best friend and wife, Elaine Brauburger. He is survived by his four children, son Roger and wife Porche Brauburger, daughter Roxanne Brauburger, daughter Ronda and husband Antonio Lee, and son Roland and wife Jessica Brauburger; plus his blessed grandchildren, Chance, Evar and Taige Brauburger, Gabriel, Grace and Isabelle Brauburger, Marissa, Lillian and Roland Jr. Brauburger. As a child he met the love of his life, Elaine and promised her to work hard his whole life to give her everything. This he did. A carpenter, Butch built the homes in Green River, Evanston, Lyman, and other places in Wyoming as well as Idaho. He was the hardest working man one could meet, sacrificing weekends and at times holidays to ensure his family's needs were met. A proud Navy man, he was full of integrity and honesty and was the best man we have ever been blessed to know. Honorably discharged expresses the very essence of this man. Not big on conflict, he was the great mediator who was always trying to help everyone get along. He had an amazing sense of humor and will be deeply missed. Butch Brauburger was a loved man and we are all blessed to have been touched by his life. A celebration of life will take place at 4 p.m., Saturday at the Eagles Hall in Green River. A reception will follow. Please feel free in joining us to love him and miss him together. --- Pinedale Roundup, Mar 26, 2015 Harry Frederick Steele Harry Frederick Steele, 93, a lifelong resident of Pinedale, passed away at his home on March 20, 2015. Harry was born July 13, 1921, to Frank and Lydia Steele. He graduated from Pinedale High School. After attending one semester at the University of Wyoming, Harry joined the service where he was a flight instructor. Harry married Mary Ellen Bliss from Mount Ayr, Iowa, on Sept. 19, 1948, almost 67 years ago! Together they worked on the family ranch until Harry retired. Harry was a lifetime member of the Green River Valley Cattlemen’s Association. His interests include spending time with his family, children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren. He was an avid reader and enjoyed crossword puzzles, four-wheeling, exploring new places, traveling and watching sporting events on television. He is survived by his wife Mary Ellen; three children Nancy (Richard) Hulen, Forrest (Frosty) Steele, and Phyllis (Bill) Mehle; grandchildren Sherri Thomas of Scarborough, Maine, Tara Green of Pinedale, Nick and Nathan Steele of Longmont, Colo., and Brian Mehle of Rock Springs; great-grandchildren Emerson, Nolan and Gannon Thomas of Scarborough, and Aspyn and Austin (Woody) Green of Pinedale. He is preceded in death by his parents, brothers Edward and Roy Steele, and sister Erma Shriver. --- Wyo4News.com, Mar 27, 2015 David Lavern Weaver David Lavern Weaver, 77, of Rock Springs, Wyoming, passed away on Friday, March 27, 2015. A longtime resident of Rock Springs, Wyoming and former resident of Colorado, Mr. Weaver passed away following a brief illness. He was born in Englewood, Colorado on October 21, 1937, the son of Bernett Weaver and Peggy Bryson Weaver. Mr. Weaver attended schools in Colorado. He married Cora L. Vette in Englewood, Colorado on June 22, 1962 and she preceded him in death in Grand Junction, Colorado on March 13, 2005. Mr. Weaver served in the United States Navy during the Vietnam Conflict. His interests included rabbit hunting, hunting, fishing, gambling and spending time with his family, especially his children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Survivors include three daughters, Tamara Baker of Rock Springs, Wyoming, Debra Pummell of Grand Junction, Colorado and Terrie Heinecke and husband Kenny of Grand Junction, Colorado; two sisters Carol Brassfield and Ruth Shepard; eight grandchildren; sixteen great-grandchildren and several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his mother, wife, one sister Mary Autaburn and son-in-law John Baker. Cremation has taken place and a celebration of life will be announced at a later date. --- SweetwaterNow.com, Mar 30, 2015 George Clinton "Skinny" Field George Clinton “Skinny” Field, 95, of Rock Springs, Wyoming, passed away on Sunday, March 29, 2015 at Deseret Health and Rehab in Rock Springs, Wyoming. A longtime resident of Rock Springs, Wyoming and former resident of Lyman, Wyoming, Mr. Field passed away following a lengthy illness. He was born on September 17, 1919 in Lyman, Wyoming, the son of the late John W. Field and Mary Hobson Field. Mr. Field attended schools in Lyman, Wyoming and graduated from Lyman High School with the Class of 1937. He married Ida Marie White on November 24, 1944 and they later divorced. He married Grace Scott Schurman in Rock Springs, Wyoming on December 21, 1965. Mr. Field served in the United States Army during World War II. He worked as a Union Carpenter and also worked as a rancher for many ranches throughout the LaBarge and Big Piney area. He tended bar at the Capital Bar for many years. Mr. Field was a member of the Eagles Fraternal Order No. 151 and a lifetime member of the Veterans of Foreign Wars. His interests included fishing, hunting, camping and spending time with his family. Survivors include his wife Grace Field of Rock Springs, Wyoming; two sons Paul Field of Veyo, Utah and John Field of Tujunga, California; seven daughters Gail Fortuna of Rock Springs, Wyoming, Gladys Arnett of Brighton, Colorado, Bonnie Hanks of Green River, Wyoming, Betty Newman of Arizona, Lois Field of Cedar City, Utah and Lynn Montgomery of Kamiah, Idaho; thirty grandchildren; seventy-two great-grandchildren and several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents; two sons Gary Field and John Schurman and one grandson Jay Fortuna; one daughter Donna Fleming and son-in-law Joseph Fortuna, four siblings who passed away in infancy, two sisters Dottie Whitney and Emily Louise Newton, three brothers Nile Field, Joe Field and Harold “Nub” Field.. Funeral Services will be conducted at 11:00 A.M. Friday, March 27, 2015 at the L.D.S. Stake Center, 2055 Edgar Street, Rock Springs, Wyoming. Military Honors and interment will be in the Rock Springs Municipal Cemetery. Friends may call at the church one hour prior to services. Condolences may be left at www.vasefuneralhomes.com --- SweetwaterNow.com, Mar 30, 2015 Vera Lewis Vera Lewis, 88, of Green River, Wyoming passed away at the Mission at Castle Rock on Saturday, March 28, 2015. A long time resident of Green River, Wyoming, Mrs. Lewis died following a lengthy illness. She was born on April 21, 1926 in Danbury, Iowa, the daughter of the late Frank and Mary Oberreuter. Mrs. Lewis attended schools in Danbury and was a graduate of the Danbury Catholic High School. She married Edward Oscar Lewis in Green River, Wyoming on November 20, 1946. Mrs. Lewis was employed as a telegrapher for the Union Pacific Railroad for over forty years and retired in 1985. She was a member of Immaculate Conception Catholic Church and was a Eucharistic Minister at the church as well as the homebound. Mrs. Lewis was a volunteer at Memorial Hospital of Sweetwater County and for Hospice of Sweetwater County. Her interests included gardening and crafts. She also enjoyed spending time at their cabin with family and friends. Survivors include her husband Edward O. Lewis of Green River, Wyoming; one son Paul Lewis and his wife June of Green River, Wyoming; one daughter Janice Lewis of Green River, Wyoming; one grandson Scott Lewis of Green River, Wyoming; one great-grandson Jakob Lewis of Green River, Wyoming. She was preceded in death by her parents; seven brothers; five sisters. Following cremation, A mass of Christian burial will be celebrated at 11:00 A.M. Tuesday, April 7, 2015 at the Immaculate Conception Catholic Church, 900 Hitching Post Drive, Green River, Wyoming. A vigil service with rosary will be recited at 6:00 P.M. Monday, April 6, 2015 at the church. Inurnment will be in the Riverview Columbarium. Friends may call on Monday at the church one hour prior to the rosary and on Tuesday at the church, one hour prior to services. Condolences may be left at www.vasefuneralhomes.com --- Wyo4News.com, Apr 2, 2015 Kimberly Anne Sherrod Kimberly Anne Sherrod, 45, of Green River, died March 28, 2015 at Memorial Hospital of Sweetwater County after a sudden illness. She was born April 25, 1969 in West Covina, California, the daughter of Harry Lenski Jr. and Barbara Anne Premsey Lenski. She attended schools in California and graduated from La Serna High School, Whittier, CA with the class of 1987. She received her nursing degree and work as a nurse for 15 years. She married Kirk Allen Sherrod on October 5,1991 in Bullhead City, Arizona. Survivors include her husband of 23 years, Kirk Sherrod of Green River; sons Kirk “Allen” Sherrod Jr. and Collin Joseph Sherrod both of Green River; parents Harry and Barbara Lenski of Glide, Oregon; brother Jeff Lenski; nieces and nephews Maddelyn, Eva and Jackson Sackuvich of Falcon Colorado, Sara and Nathan Lenski of La Habra, California. She was preceded in death by her niece Jocelyn Sackuvich. Cremation has taken place at Fox Crematory , Rock Springs. Private family memorial service will held in Glide, Oregon. --- SweetwaterNow.com, Apr 3, 2015 Randall Ernest Osier Randall Ernest Osier, 66, of Rock Springs, Wyoming passed away at his home on Thursday, April 2, 2015. A resident of Rock Springs, Wyoming since 2000 and former resident of Elko, Nevada, Mr. Osier passed away following a brief illness.He was born on December 24, 1948 in Butte, Montana, the son of Ernest Osier and Delores Ibson Osier. Mr. Osier attended schools in Butte, Montana and graduated from Butte High School with the Class of 1966. He married Dina Wise in Elko, Nevada on January 21, 1998. Mr. Osier served in the United States Army. He worked as the manager of Wyoming Casing until his retirement in March of 2015. Mr. Osier was a member of the Fraternal Order of Eagles No. #151, American Legion Archie Hay Post 24 and the American Riders Club. He enjoyed hunting, motorcycling, the outdoors and spending time with family and friends. Survivors include his mother Delores Osier of Butte, Montana; wife Dina Osier of Rock Springs, Wyoming; two sons Chad Osier and wife Kaycie of Cheyenne, Wyoming and Jeremy Epps and wife Farah of Cheyenne, Wyoming; five daughters Tracie Cross of Rock Springs, Wyoming, Melissa Beckstead of Rock Springs, Wyoming, Crystal Peel and husband Tony of Green River, Wyoming, Melissa Goff of Rock Springs, Wyoming and Ashley Osier of Liberal, Kansas; one sister Linda Lubick and husband Tom of Butte, Montana; thirteen grandchildren and two great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his father and grandparents. Cremation has taken place and services will be held at a later date. Condolences may be left at www.vasefuneralhomes.com --- SweetwaterNow.com, Apr 7, 2015 Timothy James Kozlowski Timothy James Kozlowski, 51, of Green River, Wyoming passed away on Tuesday, April 7, 2015 at Memorial Hospital of Sweetwater County in Rock Springs, Wyoming. A resident of Green River, Wyoming for the past three and a half and former resident of Kalamazoo, Michigan, Mr. Kozlowski passed away suddenly. He was born on February 15, 1964 in Laporte, Indiana, the son of James Norman Kozlowski and Carol Linda Stesiak. Mr. Kozlowski attended schools in Hoffman Estates, Illinois and graduated from Fremd High School with the Class of 1982. He also attended college and earned a Bachelor’s Degree. He married Marsha Pierce in Kalamazoo, Michigan on February 11, 1989. Mr. Kozlowski served in the United States Navy from 1982 until 1988. He worked as a power plant supervisor for FMC Corporation for three and a half years. Mr. Kozlowski was a member of the Fraternal Order of Eagles in Green River, Wyoming. His interests included fishing, watching football and hockey and spending time with his family and friends. Survivors include his wife Marsha Pierce Kozlowski of Green River, Wyoming; parents James Kozlowski of Porter, Indiana and Carol Kozlowski of Oglesby, Illinois; one son Benjamin Kozlowski of Virginia Beach, Virginia and one sister Ann Fraze of Westville, Indiana. He was preceded in death by his Paternal Grandparents, Clem and Helen Kozlowski and Maternal Grandparents Benjamin and Bernice Lisek. Cremation has taken place and services will be held at a later date. Condolences may left at www.vasefuneralhomes.com --- SweetwaterNow.com, Apr 7, 2015 James Joseph "Jim" Beveridge James Joseph “Jim” Beveridge, 75 of Rock Springs passed away on Saturday, April 4, 2015 at the Deseret Health & Rehab Center in Rock Springs, Wyoming. A longtime resident of Rock Springs, Wyoming and former resident of Nebraska, Mr. Beveridge passed away following a lengthy illness. He was born on November 8, 1939 in North Platte, Nebraska, the son of James T. Beveridge and Macelle Ward Beveridge. Mr. Beveridge attended schools in North Platte, Nebraska and graduated high school there. He was active in his church and Boy Scouts and earned his Eagle Scout and God and Country awards. He had an enduring interest in the Boy Scout organization. He worked as a conductor for the Union Pacific Railroad and was also a free lance writer for sports and hunting magazines until a car accident in 1982 left him with a severe brain injury. Mr. Beveridge went to Chadron State College and the University of Wyoming and earned a degree in political science and economics. He enjoyed hunting, fishing and camping. Survivors include one sister Judy Beveridge; one niece Liz Grandizio and husband Frank; two grand-nieces Chelsea and Chloe, two aunts Ardis Ginapp and Laura Pfund and many cousins. He was preceded in death by his parents James and Macelle Beveridge. Mr. Beveridge has requested that his body be donated for brain research and organ transplant. The family of Mr. Beveridge wishes to thank the many care givers, friends and Hospice of Sweetwater County for providing comfort to Jim during his long illness. Cremation will take place and a memorial service will be held at a later date. The family of James Joseph “Jim” Beveridge respectfully request that donations be made to his memory to the Greater Wyoming Council of Boy Scouts, 3939 Casper Mountain Road, Casper, Wyoming 82601; Brain Injury Association of America, 1608 Spring Hill Road, Suite 110, Vienna, AV 22182 or Young at Heart Center, 2400 Reagan Avenue, Rock Springs, Wyoming 82901. Condolences may be left at www.vasefuneralhomes.com --- Wyo4News.com, Apr 8, 2015 William "Vern" VanMatre William “Vern” Van Matre, 68, of Green River, Wyoming passed away on April 3, 2015 at the Intermountain Health Care in Salt Lake City, Utah of pancreatic cancer. Vern was born August 1, 1946 in Hilo, Hawaii. At the age of four he moved to Eden Valley, Wyoming and then moved to Green River, Wyoming, where he attended Green River High School. He was inducted into the Hall of Fame twice for Athletic Accomplishment. Later he joined the Navy, serving his country for Twenty-five years, retiring as Master Chief. He moved on to become Associate Dean of San Diego City College. In 2007 Vern returned to Green River, Wyoming to care for his mother, Carmen Boling and to be closer to his family and fish the great waters of Wyoming. He really loved to fish, do yardwork, camping, watch Nascar and spend time with his family. Vern is survived by his wife Connie Drachler; daughter Jennifer Wattles and husband Patrick of Pleasant Prairie, Wisconsin, along with four grandchildren; son Nick Van Matre of St. Augustine, Florida; brother and sister-in-law Don and Barb Van Matre of Green River, Wyoming and several aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces and nephews. Vern was an extraordinary person. He was able to touch the hearts of so many people with his compassion, humor, respect, friendship, wisdom and desire to live life to the fullest. Military Graveside and Inurnment will be held at 11:00 A.M., Friday, April 24, 2015 in the military section of the Riverview Cemetery in Green River, Wyoming . Condolences may be left at www.vasefuneralhomes.com --- Wyo4News.com, Apr 9, 2015 JieHua Hu JieHua Hu, 44, of Rock Springs, died Wednesday April 8, 2015 at Memorial Hospital of Sweetwater County after a sudden illness. She was a former resident of Albuquerque, New Mexico and has been a Rock Springs resident for the past 3 years. She was born October 24, 1970 in Guang Zhou, China, the daughter of Jisong Hu and Huiqun Feng. She attended schools in China and graduated from Sha Tian High School in 1990. She married Jianpo Zheng May 8, 1994 in Guang Zhou, China. Cremation has taken place at Fox Crematory. Family services will be held in Albuquerque, New Mexico. Condolences for family can be left by going to www.foxfh.com. --- SweetwaterNow.com, Apr 13, 2015 Julian "Julio" Delgadillo Julian “Julio” Delgadillo, 87, of Rock Springs, Wyoming passed away at his home on Saturday, April 11, 2015. A longtime resident of Rock Springs, Wyoming and former resident of Teocaltiche, Jalisco, Mexico, Mr. Delgadillo passed away following a brief illness. He was born on January 9, 1928 in Teocaltiche, Jalisco Mexico, the son of the late Eutimio Delgadillo and Epigmenia Jauregui. Mr. Delgadillo attended schools in Ostotan, Jalisco ,Mexico. He married Josefina Jauregui in Mexticacan, Jalisco Mexico on April 21, 1954. Mr. Delgadillo worked as a mason finisher and Radio DJ for thirty-three years until his retirement in April of 2011. He was a member of the Holy Spirit Catholic Community. Survivors include his wife Josefina Delgadillo of Rock Springs, Wyoming; two sons David Delgadillo and Julian Delgadillo Jr., both of Rock Springs, Wyoming; three daughters Hortecia Delgadillo and husband Antonio Yepez of Teocaltiche, Jalisco, Mexico, Bertha Alicia Lovato and husband Thomas of Rock Springs, Wyoming and Luz Miriam Delgadillo and husband Maicol Jaramillo of Rock Springs, Wyoming; one brother Arturo Delgadillo of Rock Springs, Wyoming; one sister Jovita Delgadillo of California; three grandchildren Jose Antonio Yepez Delgadillo, Hortensia Lizeth Yepez Delgadillo and Julian Joseph Delgadillo-Lovato and many cousins, nephews and nieces. His interests included spending time with his family, especially his grandchildren, gardening, songwriting, his radio show and promoting Mexican dances. He loved helping people. He was preceded in death by his parents, his two sons Ruben Delgadillo and Jose Cutberto Delgadillo; granddaughters Maria Yepez Delgadillo and Allyssa Marie Delgadillo-Lovato and sisters Justina Gonzalez and Socorro Jauregui. A mass of Christian burial will be conducted at 11:00 A.M., Saturday, April 18, 2015 at the Our Lady of Sorrows Catholic Church, 116 Broadway, Rock Springs, Wyoming. A vigil service with Rosary will be recited at 5:30 P.M., Friday, April 17, 2015 at the church. Interment will be at Rest Haven Memorial Gardens, North of Rock Springs. Friends may call at the church on Friday afternoon until time of Rosary and again at the church one hour prior to services. Condolences may be left at www.vasefuneralhomes.com --- Wyo4News.com, Apr 14, 2015 Tommy Eugene Potter Tommy Eugene Potter, 62, of Rock Springs, Wyoming passed away on Thursday, April 9, 2015. A lifelong resident of Rock Springs, Mr. Potter passed away suddenly. He was born on June 24, 1952 in Rock Springs, Wyoming, the son of the late Blaine Potter and Florence Delgado. Mr. Potter attended schools in Rock Springs, Wyoming and graduated from Rock Springs High School with the class of 1971. He served in the United States Army. Mr. Potter was a truck driver for PIE and PDQ for several years. until he retired in 2001. His interests included spending time with his friends and family, especially his grandchildren, truck driving and riding his Harley-Davidson. Survivors include three daughters Tonya Marie Vondenkamp of Casper, Wyoming, Brandy Lynn Potter and boyfriend Justin of Pray, Montana and Crystal Vance and husband Chris of Laurel, Montana; two brothers Shane Keikes of Orlando, Florida and Troy Heikes of Purcell Oklahoma; five sisters Darlene Urrutia and husband Robert of Rock Springs, Wyoming, Connie Lucas of Rock Springs, Wyoming, Tanya McGarvey and husband Bill of Reliance, Wyoming, Dovee Taylor of Royse City, Texas and Roxann Todd of Edgewater, Florida; five grandchildren, Christian Vondenkamp and wife Rikki and Mykael Vondenkamp, both of Rock Springs, Wyoming, Gabby Vance of Laurel, Montana, Victoria and Izabelle Potter-Spanne of Pray, Montana and several aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents, Blaine Potter and Florence Retel, one brother Ronnie Potter; step-father Joe Retel and one grandson Donavyn Potter-Spanne. Cremation has taken place and a Memorial Service with Military Honors will be held at 2:00 P.M. on Sunday, April 19, 2015 at the American Legion, 551 Broadway Street in Rock Springs, Wyoming. Condolences may be left at www.vasefuneralhomes.com. --- SweetwaterNow.com, Apr 14, 2015 Melanie Sue Jones Melanie Sue Jones left us before her time. She was born, November 23, 1968 and passed away April 12, 2015 due to complications of the liver. Melanie was a fun-loving and loyal friend to all. She loved cooking and dolphins. Melanie leaves her father Terry R. Jones (Katherine), mother Mercy J. Garcia (Gene), siblings Natalie Anne, Brianna, Conor, and Fiona Jones, John Garcia, Anne Garcia Smith, and Chris Garcia, and many loving family and friends. A mass of Christian burial will be celebrated at 11:00 A.M. Friday, April 17, 2015 at the Immaculate Conception Catholic Church, 900 Hitching Post Drive, Green River, Wyoming. A vigil service with rosary will be recited at 6:00 P.M. Thursday, April 16, 2015 at the church. Interment will be in the Riverview Cemetery. A gathering for family and friends will be held at the church following the services. Friends may call on Thursday at the church one hour prior to the rosary and on Friday at the church, one hour prior to services. In lieu of flowers, please send a donation to: Central Wyoming Counseling Center, Attn: Melanie S. Jones Memorial Fund, (1430 Wilkins Circle, Casper, WY 82601) to help other beloved women receive the treatment Melanie did not receive in time. Condolences may be left at www.vasefuneralhomes.com --- Wyo4News.com, Apr 15, 2015 Douglas Paul Osborne Douglas Paul Osborne, 48, of Rock Springs, Wyoming passed away on Friday, April 10, 2015 at the Intermountain Health Care Center in Murray, Utah where he had been a patient for one week. A long time resident of Rock Springs, Wyoming and former resident of Salt Lake City, Utah, Mr. Osborne had been in ill health for the past six months. He was born on September 15, 1966 in Chico, California, the son of Charles Leonard Osborne and Margaret Farnworth Osborne. Mr. Osborne attended schools in Rock Springs, Wyoming. He was employed as an auto mechanic at Rock Springs Auto Repair at the time of his death. Survivors include his biological father Paul William Stuke of Kuna, Idaho; one son D.J. Osborne and wife Jessica of Saratoga Springs, Utah; one daughter Amber Silva and husband Jesse of Green River, Wyoming; one brother Leonard Osborne of Elko, Nevada; one sister Annette Magagna and husband Mark of Rock Springs, Wyoming; four grandchildren Tyson Osborne of Saratoga Springs, Utah, Kaydynce, Gage and Ashlynn Silva all of Green River, Wyoming; several aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces and nephews. His interests included fishing, NASCAR, building and finishing a race car with his son DJ, music, camping, and spending time with family and friends. He was preceded in death by his parents Charles Leonard Osborne, Margaret Farnworth House and husband Larry House; maternal grandparents Elda Mae and Arthur Farnworth. Cremation will take place and memorial services will be announced at a later date. Condolences may be left at www.vasefuneralhomes.com --- SweetwaterNow.com, Apr 15, 2015 Mary Jane Morrison Mary Jane Morrison, 62, of Green River, Wyoming passed away on Friday, April 10, 2015 at the Memorial Hospital of Sweetwater County. A long time resident of Green River, Wyoming, Mrs. Morrison died following a lengthy illness. She was born on April 30, 1952 in Carlsbad, New Mexico, the daughter of the late Aaron Roberson and Stella Poulson Roberson. Mrs. Morrison attended schools in Carlsbad, New Mexico. She married Ricky Francis Morrison on April 6, 1979 in Green River, Wyoming and he preceded her in death on May 28, 2006. Her interests included spending time with her family, camping and cook outs. Survivors include one daughter Theresa Morrison of Rock Springs, Wyoming; one son Andrew Morrison of Green River, Wyoming; one sister Linda Lou Lloyd of Alabama; two nieces Michelle and Cindy. She was preceded in death by her parents; husband; two sisters Barbara Hays and Beverly Whitticar; two brothers Robert Hayes and Ronald Roberson. Cremation will take place and memorial graveside services will be conducted on Thursday, April 30, 2015 at 10:00 A.M. at the Riverview Cemetery. Condolences may be left at www.vasefuneralhomes.com --- SweetwaterNow.com, Apr 15, 2015 LaVere Albert Byrne LARAMIE — LaVere Albert Byrne, 73, died Thursday, April 9, 2015, in Laramie. He was born Dec. 14, 1941, to CeDora and Ralph Byrne in Driggs, Idaho. He attended school in Idaho, graduating from Idaho Falls High School in 1959. After graduation he met and married Sharon Kay (Nelson) Anderson in 1962. In 1966, they divorced. He joined the U.S. Air Force in 1963 as a phone exchange specialist, honorably serving his country in Alaska. He was honorably discharged in 1967 and met and married Billie (Bagshaw) Stanton in 1969. They later divorced. Mr. Byrne moved his family to the Green River and Rock Springs area in 1971. He worked as a carpenter with the local union until his retirement in 2006. He remained in Rock Springs until his health declined and he moved to Cheyenne in 2011 to be closer to his son. His interests included camping, fishing, hunting and spending time with his family and friends, especially his grandchildren. He is survived by his children Sandy Clark and husband, Chris, of Shelley, Idaho, Darrell Byrne and wife, Debra, of Cheyenne, Cindy Bybee and husband, Brett, of Clinton, Utah, and Russell Byrne and Tammie Byrne, both of Rock Springs; sisters Darlene Atkins of Beaumont, Texas, and Judy Mae Saxton of Washington; stepsisters Diane DeFippis of Idaho Falls, Idaho, and Nancy George of Oklahoma City, Oklahoma; 18 grandchildren; three great-grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents CeDora and Ralph Byrne; stepmother Dorothy; brother Merlin; stepbrother Randy Wooldry; daughter Cynthia; and grandchildren Shalya and Dyllon. There will be a celebration of his life for family and friends at 10:30 am. Friday, April 17, 2015, at Fox Funeral Home, 2800 Commercial Way, Rock Springs. Condolences may be left at www.foxfh.com or www.wrcfuneral.com or www.rocketminer.com. --- SweetwaterNow.com, Apr 18, 2015 Michael Wayne Hunt Sr. PARK CITY — Michael Wayne Hunt Sr. 67, of Park City, MT. Former 35 year Resident of Opal, WY, went to be with our Lord and Savior on April 16, 2015. He was born July 30, 1947 to Louis and Betty Hunt in Essex, MO. Upon graduating from Boron H.S., CA. Michael was drafted into the Army and served in Vietnam. While stationed in Kansas he met Greta Rose. From the time they met & married was 4 months & 10 days. Greta preceded Michael in death by 4 months and 10 days. He is reunited with the true love of his life. Michael married Greta Rose Nov. 1, 1969 in Dayton, OH. Together they had 4 children: Carmen, Tonya, Kathryn and Michael Jr. Michael started in mining 43 years ago and later became a safety man. He enjoyed hunting, fishing, grilling while watching the Braves. But above all taking care of his family was his number one job. Michael is survived by daughters Carmen Haley (Shawn) of Caney, OK, Tonya Hunt of Park City, MT, Kathy Ernst (Edward) of Caney, OK and son Michael Hunt (Sara) of Billings, MT and 10 grandchildren: Rudy, Rhiannon, Jeannie, Coralynn, Chelsea, Tyler, Kennedy, Caden, EJ and Jimmy; and 3 sisters Barbara, Joy and Kathy. He was predeceased by his parents Louis & Betty Hunt, three brothers William, Ricky, James, three nieces Dawn, Lisa, Tiffani and nephew Ricky. Services will take place Friday April 24th 2015 3 P.M. at Park City Baptist Church 305 1st SW Park City, MT 59063. --- Rock Springs Daily Rocket-Miner, Apr 19, 2015 FLORENCE E. AIMONE ROBERTSON -A funeral mass for Florence E. Aimone was celebrated Monday, April 13, 2015, at Saint Helen's Catholic Church in Fort Bridger. A rosary was recited Sunday, April 12, 2015, at the church. Interment followed in the Fort Bridger Cemetery. Mrs. Aimone, 91, died Wednesday, April 8, 2015, at her home in Robertson. She was born Oct. 28, 1923 in Yakima, Washington, the daughter of Ida E. Gourley and James S. Goodrick. She married Fred R. Aimone on Nov. 1, 1941, in Salt Lake City. They had a daughter, Elizabeth Ann Aimone, who married Clarke Beman Jr. Mrs. Aimone and her husband raised their three grandchildren after they lost their parents in an accident in 1973. In May 1975, she and her husband moved to their ranch in Robertson. She and her husband were known in Uinta County for the annual spaghetti dinners they prepared and served at the Catholic Church in Evanston during Cowboy Days for 14 years. After the death of her husband in 2009, Mrs. Aimone continued to live on the ranch where her grandson lived. She is survived by her grandson, Don Beman and wife, Stephanie; granddaughters, Dawn Marie Nielsen and husband, Larry, of Roy, Utah, and Elizabeth Reed and husband, Robert; and great-granddaughters, Trinity and Kiara Beman and Kassidy Davis. --- SweetwaterNow.com, Apr 22, 2015 Virginia Grace Skorcz Virginia Grace Skorcz, 67, of Farson, Wyoming passed away on Sunday, April 19, 2015 at the University of Utah Medical Center in Salt Lake City, Utah. A long time resident of Farson, Wyoming, Mrs. Skorcz died following a lengthy illness. She was born on February 1, 1948 in Rock Springs, Wyoming, the daughter of the late Woodrowe Taylor Pennock and Marjorie Fiscus Pennock. Mrs. Skorcz went to the Rock Springs High School and graduated with the class of 1966. She also attended and graduated from Western Wyoming Community College with an Associate of Arts Degree. She married Donald Skorcz in Rock Springs, Wyoming on March 1, 1969. Her interests included cooking and baking for her friends and family. She also liked to camp and fish, most important was spending time with her family. Survivors include her husband Donald Skorcz of Farson, Wyoming; three sons Brian Jacob Skorcz and Kevin Dale Skorcz both of Farson, Wyoming and Wade Everett Skorcz of Rock Springs, Wyoming; one brother Gary Pennock and wife Juanita of Pinedale, Wyoming; brother’s in laws and sisters in laws Jack and Lila Skorcz of Rock Springs, Wyoming, Russell and Jeannie Skorcz of Lander, Wyoming, Fred and Linda Skorcz of Cheyenne, Wyoming and Ernie and Joan Kamaitis of Florida; three granddaughters Tiffani Skorcz, Kaycee Skorcz and Ashley Skorcz; numerours nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents; step-father Jake Homan; sister-in-law Susan Pennock and nephew Richard Pennock. Memorial Services will be held at 11 a.m., Saturday April 25, at the Farson Community Center in Farson, Wyoming. Friends may call one hour prior to services. Condolences may be left at www.vasefuneralhomes.com --- SweetwaterNow.com, Apr 28, 2015 Roy Albert Wilkie Roy Albert Wilkie, 65, of Rock Springs, Wyoming passed away on Saturday, April 25, 2015 at his home. A long time resident of Rock Springs, Mr. Wilkie died following a sudden illness. He was born on October 18, 1949 in Rawlins, Wyoming, the son of the late Robert and Bernadean Kimmell Wilkie. Mr. Wilkie attended school in Rock Springs and was a 1967 graduate of the Rock Springs High School. He married Jackie Tabor on February 27, 1969 and she preceded him in death on June 22, 1975. Mr. Wilkie was a United States Army Veteran of the Vietnam Era. He had been employed as a H Vac Tech for many years and retired in 2013. His interests included boating, working on cars, spending time with his family especially his grandchildren. Survivors include his son Keith Wilkie of Rock Springs, Wyoming; three brothers Ray Wilkie of Redding, California, Russell Wilkie and Richard Wilkie of Williston, North Dakota; one sister Renee Johnson of Arkansas; five grandchildren Richard Krotzer, Christopher Krotzer, Nathan Wilkie, Emily Wilkie and Kaden Wilkie; many great-grandchildren; serveral aunts, uncles, cousins nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents, wife Jackie, and one daughter Kelli Krotzer. Following cremation, memorial services will be conducted at 11;00 A.M. Friday, May 1, 2015 at the Vase Funeral Chapel, 154 Elk Street, Rock Springs, Wyoming. Friends may call at the Vase Chapel, one hour prior to services. Condolences may be left at www.vasefuneralhomes.com --- SweetwaterNow.com, Apr 29, 2015 Raquel M. Delgadillo Raquel M. Delgadillo, 76, of Rock Springs, Wyoming passed away on Tuesday, April 28, 2015 at her home. A resident of Rock Springs for the past eight years and former resident of Leon, Mexico, Mrs. Delgadillo died following a sudden illness. She was born on September 29, 1938 in Leon, Guanajuato, Mexico, the daughter of the late Salvador Munoz and Andrea Padilla Munoz. Mrs. Delgadillo attended school in Leon, Mexico. She married Arturo Delgadillo in Leon, Mexico on October 4, 1959. Survivors include her husband Arturo Delgadillo of Rock Springs, Wyoming; fours sons Arturo Delgadillo Jr. and wife Maria, Antonio Delgadillo and wife Lourdes, Raul Delgadillo and wife Leticia and Julio Delgadillo and wife Yolanda all of Rock Springs, Wyoming; three daughters Leticia Delgadillo and husband Jesus Ramirez of Leon, Mexico, Angelica Delgadillo and husband Miguel Padilla and Chuya Delgadillo and husband Juan Ramos all of Rock Springs, Wyoming; two sisters Angelita Munoz of Leon, Mexico and Abigail Gonzalez and husband Rosendo Gonzalez both of Rock Springs, Wyoming; eighteen grandchildren and three great-grandchildren; several nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents; three brothers Pedro, Gabriel and Ruben; two sisters Sara and Maria DeJesus. A mass of Christian burial will be celebrated at 2:00 P.M. Friday, May 1, 2015 at the Our Lady of Sorrows Catholic Church, 116 Broadway, Rock Springs, Wyoming. A vigil service with rosary will be recited at 5:30 P.M. on Thursday at the church. Interment will be in Rest Haven Memorial Gardens North of Rock Springs, Wyoming. Friends may call at the church on Thursday, one hour prior to the rosary and on Friday one hour prior to the service. Condolences may be left at www.vasefuneralhomes.com --- Wyo4News.com, Apr 29, 2015 William Martin Helms William Martin Helms, 60, of Rock Springs, died Friday, April 24, 2015 at Memorial Hospital of Sweetwater County after a lengthy illness. He was born July 21, 1954 in Rawlins, Wyoming, the son of Floyd Martin Helms and Mary Elaine Brown Helms. He attended schools in Rawlins. His interests were fishing, swimming, video games, and taking walks. Survivors include his brothers Dennis Helms of Rock Springs, and Michael Robert Helms of Glen Rock, Wyoming. He was preceded in death by his parents, Floyd and Mary Helms. Cremation has taken place at Fox Crematory, Rock Springs. No services will be held. --- Wyo4News.com, Apr 30, 2015 Phyllis Green Phyllis Green, 79, of Rock Springs, Wyoming passed away on Wednesday, April 29, 2015 at her home. A longtime resident of Rock Springs, Wyoming and former resident of Superior, Wyoming and Springfield, Illinois, Mrs. Green passed away following a brief illness. She was born in Springfield, Illinois, the daughter of the late Edward Spisak and Esther Currie Spisak. Mrs. Green attended schools in Springfield, Illinois and graduated from Sacred Heart Academy with the Class of 1955. She married John Green in Springfield, Illinois and he preceded her in death in September of 2001. Mrs. Green worked for Bridger Coal for nineteen years until her retirement in 1998. Her interests included fishing, arrowhead hunting, playing bingo and spending time with family and friends. Survivors include one son Mark Douglas of Rock Springs, Wyoming; four daughters Yvonne Douglas of Rock Springs, Wyoming, Cindy Rauch and husband Paul of Hidalgo, Illinois, Kindra Douglas of Rock Springs, Wyoming and Lorrie Schumacher and husband Robert of Cheyenne, Wyoming and one brother John Spisak and wife Alice of Sacramento, California; eight grandchildren; nine great grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents and husband John Green. Funeral Services will be conducted at 11:00 A.M. Wednesday, May 6, 2015 at the Vase Funeral Home, 154 Elk Street, Rock Springs, Wyoming. Pastor Gene Emerson will conduct the services. Interment will be in the Rock Springs Municipal Cemetery. Friends may call at the Vase Chapel, one hour prior to services. Out of respect the family of Phyllis Green respectfully suggests that donations in her memory be made to Hospice of Sweetwater County, 333 Broadway, Suite 220, Rock Springs, Wyoming 82901 or www.myhsc.org Condolences may be left at www.vasefuneralhomes.com --- Wyo4News.com, May 1, 2015 Cherril Rita Bruce Woodard Cherril Rita Bruce Woodard, 91, died Saturday, April 25, 2015 in Green River. She was born June 3, 1923 in Manila, Utah, the daughter of Archie and Berneice Schofield Lamb. Survivors include her three sons; George Bruce, Gary Bruce and Aaron Bruce; daughter Maureen Robinson; numerous grandchildren and great-grand children. She was preceded in death by her husbands William Bruce and Tom Woodward, parents Archie and Berneice Lamb, and daughter Barbara Mills. Cremation has taken place at Fox Crematory, Rock Springs. A private family service will be held at a later date. --- SweetwaterNow.com, May 4, 2015 Rolene Williams Rolene Williams, 75 of Green River died Thursday, April 30, 2015 at her home. She was born October 26, 1939 in Price, Utah, the daughter of Rollen Robert Duke and Juanita Cowley Duke. She attended schools in Roosevelt, Utah and graduated from Union High Roosevelt School with the class of 1957. She also attended the Barnes Business School. She married Robert R. Williams on August 1, 1958 in Oak Creek, Colorado. They later divorced. Her interests were painting, going to the Golden Hour Senior Center, crafting, camping, hunting, and watching car races. She was an active member of The Church of Christ of Latter-day Saints. She served a mission to Albuquerque, New Mexico. Survivors include son Glen Raymond Williams and fiancé Teresa of Green River; daughters Lynda Lowe and companion Ronald of Garland, Utah, Raylene Kresge and husband Sam of Orting, Washington, Kelly Wells and husband Shawn of Rock Springs; brothers Robert Duke and wife Joann of Perry, Utah, Rodney Duke and wife Suzanne of Lewiston, Idaho; 16 grandchildren, 32 great-grandchildren; several nephews and nieces. She was preceded in death by her parents Rollen and Juanita Duke. Funeral services will be held 1:00 p.m. Wednesday, April 6, 2015 at the Green River LDS Stake Center, 120 Shoshone Dr., Green River. Bishop Torrey Hix will officiate. Friends may call 6-8 p.m. Tuesday May 5, 2015 and one hour prior to the services on Wednesday at the church. --- SweetwaterNow.com, May 4, 2015 Tony A. Haselhuhn Tony A. Haselhuhn, 39, of Green River, Wyoming passed away on Saturday, May 2, 2015 at the Memorial Hospital of Sweetwater County. A resident of Green River, Wyoming for the past thirty-four years, Mr. Haselhuhn died following a battle with cancer. He was born on December 31, 1975 in Roger City, Michigan, the son of Jeffrey and Brenda Dworek. Mr. Haselhuhn attended schools in Green River, Wyoming. He was employed at Brook Cliffs as a salesman. His interests included hunting, fishing, camping, photography and spending time with his children. He was a member of Duck’s Unlimited, Rocky Mountain Elk Foundation and Muley Foundation Survivors include his parents Jeffrey and Brenda Dworek of Green River, Wyoming; one son Hunter Haselhuhn of Green River, Wyoming; three daughters Jade, Teal and Holly Haselhuhn all of Rock Springs, Wyoming; one brother Jeffrey D. Dworek Jr. of Green River, Wyoming; two sisters Jenny Satterlee of Phoenix, Arizona and Michelle Setzer of Rawlins, Wyoming; his maternal grandmother Janet Haselhuhn of Marbleton, Wyoming; several aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his maternal grandfather Clayton Haselhuhn; his paternal grandparents Joseph and Margaret Dworek. Following cremation, a celebration of life will be conducted at 2:00 P.M. Friday, May 8, 2015 at the Fraternal Order of the Eagles Hall, 88 North 2nd East, Green River, Wyoming. --- SweetwaterNow.com, May 4, 2015 Patrick W. Blaisdell Patrick W. Blaisdell, 24 of Green River died Friday, May 1, 2015 suddenly at his home. He was born December 2,1990 in Rock Springs, the son of Bill Blaisdell and Wendy Barker Blaisdell. He attended schools in Rock Springs. He married Jasmine Robertson February 17, 2014 in Rock Springs. His interests were fishing, shooting guns, playing softball and spending time with his family. Survivors include his wife Jasmine Blaisdell of Green River; children Brennan, Breyannah and Braelynn all of Green River; father Bill Blaisdell of Williamsport, PA; brother Daniel Blaisdell of Rock Springs; sister Tabby Blaisdell and companion Aldo Valdez of Rock Springs; numerous aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces, nephews and friends. He was preceded in death by his mother Wendy “Bear” Blaisdell; grandparents, John and Barb Barker, and Ben Blaisdell; sister Amanda Barker; brother John Terry Blaisdell; nephew Christopher Blaisdell; great-grandparents, several aunts and uncles. Funeral services will be held 1:00 p.m. Thursday, May 7, 2015 at Fox Funeral Home, 2800 Commercial Way, Rock Springs. Pastor Dean Graves will officiate. Friends may call 6 to 8 pm Wednesday, May 6, 2015 and one hour prior to the services at the funeral home on Thursday. Interment will take place in the Riverview Cemetery, Green River. In lieu of flowers, family request that donations in Patrick’s memory be made to Trona Valley FCU c/o FBO – Patrick Blaisdell, 840 Hitching Post Dr., Green River, WY 82935. Condolences for family can be left at www.foxfh.com. --- SweetwaterNow.com, May 7, 2015 Cheryl Mendez Cheryl Mendez, 59, of Rock Springs, died Tuesday, May 5,2015 at her home. She was born August 12,1955 in Fort Leonardwood, Missouri, the daughter of James Walter Hartley and Ardice Ann Pierson Hartley. She attended schools in San Franscio and graduated from high school in 1971. Her interests were camping, reading, avid San Francisco 49ers fan, and spending time with family. Survivors include her son Roy Robert Marez of Fresno, California; daughter Jenny Suezette Chalifoux and husband Christian of Visalia, California; brothers Randall Jerome Tummel and wife Rachel of Rock Springs, Fredrick Earl Stebbins and wife Marilyn, of Toledo, Ohio, Richard Joseph Tummel and wife Lauretta of Lima, Ohio, Ronnie Eugene Tummel and wife Beth of Lima, Ohio, Robert Edmund Tummel and wife Jada of Elmore, Ohio, and Melvin Lee Davis and wife Donna of Santa Clara, California; sister Becquelyn Suezelle McClure and husband Mark of Lima; 5 grandchildren Garrett Michael Chalifoux, Saranna Lily Chalifoux, Joseph LeRoy, Forrest Allen, and Annabell Craicella Mendoza; 2 great-grandchildren Jackson and Jemma LeRoy; aunt Sue Simmons of Florida; numerous nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents and several siblings. A viewing will be held 5-7 pm Sunday, May 10, 2015 at Fox Funeral Home, 2800 Commercial Way, Rock Springs. Cremation will follow at Fox Crematory. Private family memorial services will be held. Condolences for family can be left at www.foxfh.com. --- SweetwaterNow.com, May 8, 2015 Harley Lininger Harley Lininger, 76, of Rock Springs, Wyoming passed away on Thursday, May 7, 2015 at the Memorial Hospital of Sweetwater County. He was a long time resident of Rock Springs, Wyoming and former resident of Maryville, Missouri. He was born on August 19, 1938 in Quitman, Missouri, the son of John Austin Lininger and Pearl Iona Parrish Lininger. Mr. Lininger attended schools in Quitman, Missouri and graduated in 1957. He married the former Susan Joan Surface in Hiawatha, Kansas on December 13, 1962. Mr. Lininger was employed at Black Butte Coal for ten years and retired in 1989 as a heavy equipment operator. His interests included riding motorcycles and spending time with his family. Survivors include his wife Susan Lininger of Rock Springs, Wyoming; two sons John Austin Lininger and wife Sandi and DeWayne Patrick Lininger all of Rock Springs, Wyoming; three daughters Melinda Sticken of Pickering, Missouri, Barbara Jean Noland and husband Tom of Maryville, Missouri and Dottie Roy and husband Ron of Rock Springs, Wyoming; one brother Delbert Lininger and wife Evelyn of Skidmore, Missouri; two sisters Sharon Ferguson and husband Randall of Savannah, Missouri and Diane Beason of Skidmore, Missouri; eight grandchildren; seven great-grandchildren several cousins, nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents, one brother Kenny Lininger and one son-in-law David Davison. Following cremation, memorial services will be conducted at 10:00 A,M. on Monday, May 11, 2015 at the Vase Funeral Chapel, 154 Elk Street, Rock Springs, Wyoming. Friends may call at the Vase Chapel on Monday one hour prior to services. Graveside services and Inurnment will be in the Hillcrest Cemetery in Skidmore, Missouri. Condolences may be left at www.vasefuneralhomes.com --- SweetwaterNow.com, May 11, 2015 Jerry Louis “Teddy” Garner Jerry Louis “Teddy” Garner, 60, of Rock Springs died Wednesday, May 6, 2015 after a sudden illness. He was born December 24, 1954 in Evanston, Wyoming, the son of Ernest Garner and Norine Birch Garner. He attended schools in Evanston and graduated from the Evanston High School. He married Kelly Thomas March 22, 1980 in Evanston. They were later divorced. He had been employed for Questar for 33 years. His interests were spending time with his grandchildren, riding Harleys, hunting, fishing, reading, and getting tattoos. Survivors include his daughters Jacki DeWitt and husband Jeremy of Rock Springs, Jessilyn Potter of Rock Springs; mother Norine Garner of Evanston; brother John Garner and wife Linda of Rock Springs; grandchildren Saylor DeWitt, Scotlyn DeWitt, Brooklyn Potter and Jade Potter; one niece and two nephews; friend Jenny Gilson and her sons Austyn Gilson and Anthony Archuleta all of Price Utah. He was preceded in death by his father Ernest Garner. Cremation has taken place at Fox Crematory, Rock Springs. A celebration of Life will be held 12:00-3:00 pm Saturday, May 16,2015 at the Freight Station, 603 S. Main St., Rock Springs. Condolences for family can be left at www.foxfh.com --- Wyo4News.com, May 12, 2015 Steven Arthur Apodaca Steven Arthur Apodaca, a 6-month-old infant, died Friday, May 8, 2015 at the Primary Children’s Medical Center in Salt Lake City after complications from a rare heart condition. He was born October 16, 2014 in Rock Springs, the son of Arthur Steven Apodaca and Sienna Dawn Bell Apodaca. His interests were playing with his light up mobile and his stuffed chicken. Survivors include his mother Sienna Apodaca of Rock Springs; father Arthur Apodaca of Utah; brothers Saron Lee Harsha and Nathaniel Lee Harsha both of Green River; grandparents Artie Apodaca of California, Aha and John Culbertson of Boulder, Wyoming, Tobi Leides Bell of Helena, Montana, William Ray Bell of Worland, Wyoming; uncles Bucky Bell of Phoenix, Arizona, Matthew Culbertson of Boulder; aunt Tera Culbertson of Salt Lake City; numerous cousins, nieces and nephews. Funeral services will be held 3:00 p.m. Thursday, May 21 , 2015 at Fox Funeral Home, 2800 Commercial Way, Rock Springs. Friends may call one hour prior to the services. Cremation will follow at Fox Crematory, Rock Springs. --- Wyo4News.com, May 15, 2015 Joseph R. “Joe” Jaramillo Joseph R. “Joe” Jaramillo, 79, of Green River, Wyoming passed away on Thursday, May 14, 2015 at Memorial Hospital of Sweetwater County. A lifelong resident of Green River, Wyoming, Mr. Jaramillo passed away suddenly. He was born in Ft. Garland, Colorado on July 12, 1935, the son of the late Emilio Jaramillo and Rosenda Herrera. Mr. Jaramillo attended schools in Green River and Rock Springs, Wyoming and graduated from Lincoln High School with the Class of 1953. He also attended Western Wyoming College for two years and Wyoming Law Enforcement Acadamy in Douglas, Wyoming. He married Orlinda Garcia on December 28, 1955 and they later divorced. He later married Patricia John Logan in Reno, Nevada on August 28, 1996. Mr. Jaramillo served in the United States National Guard. He was employed at Union Pacific Railroad as a porter-janitor for many years and was the owner and operator of Green River Gulf Station. Mr. Jaramillo was employed at Green River City Police Department for twenty-one years and retired as a Detective Sargeant on May 5, 1998. Mr. Jaramillo was a member of the Fraternal Order of Eagles in Green River, and Veterans of Foreign Wars. He was a member of the Channels, Sweetwater Coalition and Joe and Pat. He played bass guitar, acoustic guitar and sang. His interests included fishing, hunting, hanging out with his poker buddies at the Senior Center, telling jokes and stories, his Dachshund “Mr. Big” and spending time with his friends. He loved his family, Green River and the Riverton Casino. He was so special to his step-daughters and their families. Survivors include his wife Patricia Jaramillo of Green River, Wyoming; five daughters Lorrie “Jammo” Jaramillo of Green River, Wyoming, Patricia “Patches” Seyersdahl and husband David of Green River, Wyoming, Marie “Josefa” Peterson and husband Gary of Rawlins, Wyoming, Jeanette “Jenny” Lowseth and husband Randy of Pinedale, Wyoming and Connie “Coneja” Adams and husband Mike of Murrieta, California; three step-daughters Kathryn Hooton and husband David of Lyman, Wyoming, Bonnie LaFond and husband Jim of Lyman, Wyoming and Julie Gonder and husband Gary of Green River, Wyoming; two sisters Emilia Sanchez and Martha Lujan, both of El Prado, New Mexico; sixteen grandchildren; twenty great-grandchildren and many cousins, nephews and nieces. He was preceded in death by his parents, one daughter Christine “Kina”, one sister Gerrie Montano and one brother in infancy. Following cremation, a celebration of life will be conducted at 11:00 A.M. Wednesday, May 20, 2015 at the Fraternal Order of the Eagles, 88 North 2nd East, Green River, Wyoming. A rosary will be recited at 6:00 P.M. Tuesday, May 19, 2015 at the Immaculate Conception Catholic Church, 900 Hitching Post Drive, Green River, Wyoming. Condolences may be left at www.vasefuneralhomes.com --- SweetwaterNow.com, May 19, 2015 Rena Lee Jewkes Rena Lee Jewkes, 70 of Green River, Wyoming passed away on Monday, May 18, 2015 at the Memorial Hospital of Sweetwater County. She was a long time resident of Green River, Wyoming and former resident of Springville, Utah. She was born on October 26, 1944 in Spanish Fork, Utah, the daughter of the late John and Vera Lowe. Mrs. Jewkes attended schools in Springville, Utah and was a 1962 graduate of the Springville High School. She married Robert Louis Jewkes in 1978 in Las Vegas, Nevada. Mrs. Jewkes was employed at Geneva Steel for many years. She was a member of the Church of Jesus Christ of the Latter Day Saints. Her interests included bowling, playing cards especially pinochle, working crossword puzzles and spending time with her grandchildren. Survivors include her husband Robert Jewkes of Green River, Wyoming; four sons Mike Jewkes and wife Letty, James Newmeyer and wife Misty and Paul Jewkes all of Green River, Wyoming and Daniel Newmeyer and wife Raquel of Rock Springs, Wyoming; one daughter Peggy McKenzie and husband Brian of Green River, Wyoming; two brothers Vernon Lowe of Payson, Utah and Lewis Lowe of Orem, Utah; three sisters Margaret Beardall of Salem, Utah, Wilda Gordon of Spanish Fork, Utah and Julie Sorenson of Springville, Utah; twelve grandchildren; three great-grandchildren; several nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents; one daughter Candace L. Newmeyer who passed away in 1984; one sister and two brothers. Funeral Services will be conducted at 1:00 P.M. Friday, May 22, 2015 at the L.D.S. Stake Center, 120 Shoshone, Green River, Wyoming. Friends may call at the L.D.S. Stake Center on Friday one hour prior to services. Graveside services and Interment will be in the Evergreen Cemetery in Springville, Utah on Wednesday, May 27, 2015 at 2;00 P.M. Condolences may be left at www.vasefuneralhomes.com --- Wyo4News.com, May 21, 2005 James Carl Luckey James Carl Luckey, 75, of Rock Springs, Wyoming passed away at his home on Thursday, May 21, 2015. A longtime resident of Rock Springs, Wyoming, Mr. Luckey passed away following a brief illness. He was born on November 12, 1939 in Riverside, Iowa, the son of the late Carl A. Luckey and Martha Annas. Mr. Luckey attended schools in Riverside, Iowa and obtained his GED in 1969 He worked for the Iowa State Highway Department, Maytag Company in Newton, Iowa and retired from Stauffer/OCI Chemical Company in Rock Springs, Wyoming in 1993. He and his first wife Edith moved to Theodosia, Missouri for two years and then moved to Kellogg, Iowa where they lived until Edith’s passing. Jim and his daughter Linda returned to Rock Springs, Wyoming in 1994. Jim married Carolyn Moree December 15, 2007 and they had seven and a half happy years together. Jim was a member of the Trinity United Methodist Church in Riverside, Iowa; Oregon California Trails Assocation; Sweetwater County Historical Society; Lincoln Highway Association; Search and Rescue and NRA. He was an expert woodworker and made many decorations for home and for others. He was an avid hunter and fisherman until ill health forced him to give it up. Survivors include his wife Carolyn Luckey of Rock Springs, Wyoming and one daughter Linda Luckey of Rock Springs, Wyoming; special friend Gail Burkis of Casper, Wyoming; one step-daughter Jean Gorthy (Willis) of Aiken, South Carolina; four sisters-in-law, one brother-in-law, many nieces, nephews, friends and a very special little girl, Andrea Zacarias. He was preceded in death by his parents; first wife Edith Luckey; one daughter Connie Jo; brothers and sisters Dale, Lyle, Eileen, Clover, Rose Marie, Fred, Virginia, Nancy, Patty, Marilla and Bill. Jim was married to Edith Henning, October 28, 1961. She preceded him in death on August 1, 2003. From this marriage two children were born, Connie Jo and Linda. Connie Jo passed away July 25, 2008. Following cremation, memorial services will be conducted at 11:00 A.M. Tuesday, May 26, 2015 at the Emmanuel Baptist Church, 3309 Sweetwater Drive, Rock Springs, Wyoming. Friends may call at the church one hour prior to services. The family of James Carl Luckey respectfully suggest that donations be may in his memory to the Emmanuel Baptist Church Building Fund, 3309 Sweetwater Drive, Rock Springs, Wyoming 8 2901 or Hospice of Sweetwater County, 333 Broadway, Suite 220, Rock Springs, Wyoming 82901 or www.myhsc.org. Condolences may be left at www.vasefuneralhomes.com --- SweetwaterNow.com, May 26, 2015 Joan Marie Barker Joan Marie Barker, 67, of Rock Springs, Wyoming passed away on Sunday, May 24, 2015 at the Memorial Hospital of Sweetwater County. A long time resident of Rock Springs, Wyoming, Mrs. Barker died following an illness of three years. She was born on March 5, 1948 in Heron Lake, Minnesota, the daughter of Edward and Marion Freking. Mrs. Barker attended schools in Heron Lake, Minnesota and was a graduate of the Heron Lake High School in 1966. She attended South Dakota State University in Brookings, South Dakota for her Bachelors degree, Mankato State University in Mankato, Minnesota for her Masters degree, and graduated with a Doctorate in Education from University of Minnesota in Twin Cities, Minnesota . She married David Lyle Barker in Heron Lake, Minnesota on December 20, 1969. Mrs. Barker was employed as a teacher at Western Wyoming Community College for five years and at Sweetwater County School District #2 in Green River, Wyoming for twenty-five years. She retired in 2010. She was a member of Holy Spirit Catholic Community. Her interests included spending time with her family, traveling, photography, and the Peace Corps. She liked to cook, sew, garden, and make greeting cards. She was a perpetual student and was continuously teaching. Survivors include her husband David of Rock Springs, Wyoming; her mother Marion Freking of Minnesota; one son Bryce Barker and wife Holly of Laramie, Wyoming; one daughter Malena Wright and husband Justin of Rock Springs, Wyoming; five brothers Ed Freking and wife Colleen, Duane Freking and Anthony Freking and wife Ann all of Minnesota, and John Freking and wife Jody of Colorado; two sisters Monica Freking and Mary Jo Curtin and husband Brian all of Minnesota; three grandchildren Colby Wright, Cooper Wright and Oakley Barker; numerous nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her father Edward Freking and one brother Gregory Freking. Following cremation, a mass of Christian burial will be celebrated at 11:00 A.M. Thursday, May 28, 2015 at Saints Cyril and Methodius Catholic Church. Friends may call at the church one hour prior to services. Condolences may be left at www.vasefuneralhomes.com The family of Joan Marie Barker respectfully suggests that donations in her memory be made to Rocky Mountain Bank, 2515 Foothill Blvd. Rock Springs, Wyoming 82901 The donations will be used for sleeping recliners for families that are experiencing comfort care at Memorial Hospital of Sweetwater County. --- SweetwaterNow.com, May 28, 2015 Amanda Jean Allgier Allee Amanda Jean Allgier Allee 32, of Green River died suddenly on Saturday, May 23, 2015. She was born on December 27, 1982 in Rock Springs, the daughter of Conrad Allgier and Jill Ann Bruder Allgier. She attended schools in Kamiah, Idaho K-10 and graduated from Green River High School. She attended Western Wyoming Community College where she earned her Associate’s degree in Applied Science in 2010. She had two daughter with Ray Martinez. She married Davy Allee November 16, 2013 in Green River and took his two boys in as her own. They later had a daughter together. She was a loving mother and friend. Survivors include her husband Davy Allee; five children Kiara, Savannah, Christopher, Kaleb and Braylee; father Conrad Allgier and wife Laura; mother Jill Sams and husband Randy; step-father Charlie Nickel; sister Tonya Kiele and husband Tim; brothers Shawn Weber and wife Megan, Kyle Albaugh and Cameron Allgier; maternal grandmother Juanita Bruder; many nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles and cousins. She was preceded in death by her paternal grandparents Jack and Jean Allgier, maternal grandfather Edward Bruder and uncle Craig Allgier. She will be missed by all who loved her. Cremation has taken place at Fox Crematory, Rock Springs. Memorial services will be held 2:00 pm Saturday, June 6, 2015 at the Eagles Fraternal Order No. 151, Rock Springs. Condolences for family can be left by going to www.foxfh.com. --- SweetwaterNow.com, May 28, 2015 Dawson Chance Robison Dawson Chance Robison, infant son of Kayla Robison was born and shortly after died on Wednesday, May 20, 2015 at Memorial Hospital of Sweetwater County in Rock Springs. Survivors include her mother Kayla of Rock Springs; grandparents Russell and Robin Robison of Rock Springs; uncle Chance Robison of Rock Springs; aunts Jessica and Jayden Robison both of Rock Springs; one cousin. He was preceded in death by his great-grandfather Ralph Herbert. Private family services will be held. Condolences for family can be left at www.foxfh.com. --- SweetwaterNow.com, May 29, 2015 Eldon Jay Humphreys Eldon Jay Humphreys, 76, of Ashton, Idaho, died Tuesday, May 26, 2015 at Memorial Hospital of Sweetwater County. He was a former resident of Rock Springs and returned a short time ago. He was born January 19, 1939 in Afton, Wyoming, the son of James Donald Humphreys and Lois Belle West Humphreys. He attended schools in Richmond, Utah and graduated from North Cache High School in Richmond with the class of 1957. He married Sharon Ann Bundy Santiamo November 22, 1982 in Grants Pass, Oregon. He was as an electrical lineman and worked for Wal-mart retiring in May, 2015. He was a member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. His interests were music, the outdoors and classic cars. Survivors include his wife Sharon Ann of Rock Springs; son Jonathan Michael (John Jay); daughters Tomlyn Teresa of Utah, Taryna Jolyn Goodman of Hagerman, Idaho, Tamyra Joyce Nicholas of Pleasant Grove, Utah, and Trina Ann Dennis of Rock Springs; brothers Merlin Arden of Smithfield, Utah, Eugene Donald of Quartz Hill California, Floyd Elwin of Salt Lake City, and Delton LaRue of Arco, Idaho; sisters Marilyn Creger of Lewiston, Utah, and Kathleen Johnson of Deming, New Mexico. He was preceded in death by his parents, sister Naomi Brown and brother Joseph LeRoy. Funeral services will be held at 1:00 p.m. Saturday, June 6, 2015 at the Rock Springs LDS Stake Center, 2055 Edgar St., Rock Springs. A viewing will be held one hour prior to the services at the church. Interment will take place in the Rock Springs Municipal Cemetery. Condolences for family can be left at www.foxfh.com. --- Vase Funeral Home, May 30, 2015 Walter Duane Seeley, Sr. Walter Duane Seeley, Sr. died in his home on the afternoon of May 26, 2015 after a long struggle with multiple physical ailments including cancer. However, it is the belief of his sons and close family that perhaps the major trial of his last two years was with profound sadness and loneliness that came from never being able to move past the loss of the love of his life, Alma "Cookie" Seeley. He was born in Oak Creek, Colorado on February 18th, 1932 and resided there through high school. After high school he moved to Denver, CO but soon followed his parents to Green River, Wyoming after high school and it was there that he met Cookie, the very close friend of his sister Marilyn, and as she put it "he fell instantly, head over heals in love with her". They were married on June 28, 1953 in the yard of her parents. Soon after they moved several times with the Air Force during the Korean War and ended in Charleston, South Carolina. When Walt was released from the service they returned to Green River, Wyoming. Soon after that Walt took a job with FMC at the Westvaco soda ash plant in the laboratory, but held many positions there through 30 years before retiring in 1987. Later in his and Cookie's lives they resided in Green River and Sun City West, Arizona. When no longer able to make that journey they moved to Rock Springs, Wyoming and then Powell, Wyoming. The final years of his wife Cookie's life was difficult as Alzheimer's disease took her from him. Walt showed tremendous courage, patience, loyalty and love through that long struggle and deeply marked the lives of all family and friends that were around him. That battle and the emotional and physical toll that it took on him never really healed and his daily focus and comfort was in the knowledge that he would soon join her. Walter Duane Seeley, Sr. was preceded in death by his parents, Bill and Selena Seeley (Salt Lake City, UT); In-Laws, Bill and Lala Williams (Green River, WY); his wife, Alma Jean "Cookie" Seeley; his brother and wife, Bill and Elsie Seeley (Beaverton, OR); grand parents and several cousins. He is survived by his sister and husband, Deen and Marilyn Eskridge (Salt Lake City, UT); his sons and wives, Walter and Janet Seeley (Kemmerer, WY); Timothy and Lynnae Seeley (Powell, WY); and five grandchildren and one great-grandchild. --- Wyo4News.com, Jun 1, 2015 Clifford "Dutch" Clark Clifford “Dutch” Clark, 91, of Rock Springs, Wyoming passed away on Sunday, May 31, 2015 at the Memorial Hospital of Sweetwater County. A life long resident of Rock Springs, Wyoming, Mr. Clark died following a sudden illness. He was born on August 30, 1923 in Rock Springs, Wyoming, the son of the late Clifford Clark Sr. and Ella Lassila Clark. Mr. Clark attended and graduated from the Rock Springs High School. He married Annalee Pennington in Rock Springs, Wyoming on May 26, 1946 and she preceded him in death on August 26, 2005. Mr. Clark was employed with Mountain Fuel for over thirty years and retired as a Field Forman at Vermillion Basin in 1983. He was a member of the First Congregational Church. His interests were fishing, hunting, roping and helping friends round-up their cattle. He was a true cowboy. Survivors include two sons Troy Clark and wife Lynn of Rock Springs, Wyoming and Travis Clark and wife Fern of Ryan Park, Wyoming. His sons were so thankful that he chose them to be his sons. They could have never chosen a better father. Three grandchildren Ashley Clark, Amy Clark and Ty Clark; six great-grandchildren; several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents and his wife Annalee. Funeral Services will be conducted at 11:00 A.M. Thursday, June 4, 2015 at the Vase Funeral Chapel, 154 Elk Street, Rock Springs, Wyoming. Military Honors and Interment will be in Rest Haven Memorial Gardens. Friends may call at the Vase Chapel on Thursday one hour prior to services. Condolences may be left at www.vasefuneralhomes.com --- Wyo4News.com, Jun 1, 2015 Carla Jean Pershin Carla Jean Pershin, 83, passed away on Wednesday, May 27, 2015 at the home of her daughter in St. George, Utah. A long time resident of Green River and St. George, Utah, Mrs. Pershin died following a lengthy illness. She was born on July 5, 1931 in Green River, Wyoming, the daughter of the late Howard and Twila Moffitt. Mrs. Pershin attended schools in Green River, Wyoming and graduated in 1949 as Valedictorian. She married Rudy V. Pershin on October 23, 1949 in Green River, Wyoming and he preceded her in death on September 10, 1984. Her interests included beadwork, sewing and gardening. Mrs. Pershin was care taker for her parents, husband and son. Survivors include two daughters DeeAnn Pershin of Green River, Wyoming and Dawn Lynn Kliarsky of St. George, Utah; one grandson Jordon Kliarsky of Las Vegas, Nevada and one sister Deann Galanis and husband George of Westlake Village, California. She was preceded in death by her parents; husband Rudy V. Pershin; one son Rudy H. Pershin. Funeral Services will be conducted at 1:00 P.M. Monday, June 8, 2015 at the Vase Flaming Gorge Chapel, 263 East Flaming Gorge Way, Green River, Wyoming. Interment will be in the Riverview Cemetery. Friends may call at the Vase Chapel on Monday, one hour prior to services. Condolences may be left at www.vasefuneralhomes.com --- Hudson’s Funeral Home, Jun 2, 2015 John O. “Jack” Bertagnolli John O. "Jack" Bertagnolli, 81, died in Spokane, Washington, on May 29, 2015. Jack Bertagnolli, a Wyoming rancher for 81 years, was born in Rock Springs on May 24, 1934, the son of Alfonse and Mary Bertagnolli. He grew up in Superior, Wyoming, attended High School in Rock Springs, and graduated with a degree in chemistry from Colorado A&M University (now Colorado State University) in 1956. He returned to Rock Springs, where he married Elizabeth "Betty Jean" Carricaburu on December 30, 1957. Together they raised four children on the White Acorn Ranch near South Pass, Wyoming. Jack and Betty Jean moved from Rock Springs to Lander, Wyoming in 1985. Jack is survived by his wife, Betty Jean, and their four children and ten grandchildren – daughter Monica Bertagnolli (husband Alexander Dannenberg) of Boston, Massachusetts; grandsons Benjamin Dannenberg and David Dannenberg;son Albert Bertagnolli (wife Mary Bertagnolli) of Rock Springs; grandson Michael Bertagnolli, granddaughters Valerie Mitchell and Katie Bertagnolli; daughter Suzanne Biedscheid (husband Thomas Biedscheid) of Fort Collins, Colorado; grandsons Nicholas Biedscheid, Luke Biedscheid, granddaughter Jenna Biedscheid; and sonJohn Bertagnolli (wife Maria Bertagnolli) of Spokane, Washington; granddaughters Jacqueline Bertagnolli, Samantha Bertagnolli. --- SweetwaterNow.com, Jun 2, 2015 Ron Ferguson Ron Ferguson, 81, of Green River, died Monday, June 1, 2015 at his home after a lengthy illness. He was born October 10, 1933 in California, Missouri, the son of Curtis Ferguson and Ann Zey Ferguson. He graduated from high school and attended the University of Southern California. Ferguson served in the US Army as special operations ranger. He was a member of the Green River Eagles, and the Church of Christ. His interests were motor cycle racing and horses. Survivors include his companion Joann Dice of Green River; daughters June Lewis and husband Paul, and Carla Ridenour and husband Doug all of Green River. Cremation has taken place at Fox Crematory, Rock Springs. Private family services will be held at a later time. Condolences for family can be left at www.foxfh.com. --- SweetwaterNow.com, Jun 2, 2015 Kenneth Leroy Brandner Kenneth Leroy Brandner, 78, of Green River, Wyomimg passed away on Monday, June 1, 2015 at the Castle Rock Convalescent Center in Green River. A long time resident of Green River, Wyoming, Mr. Brandner died following a lengthy illness. He was born on March 20, 1937 in Lasalle, Illinois, the son of the late Clifford Leroy and Virginia Maggio Brandner. Mr. Brandner attended schools in Green River, Wyoming and was a 1955 graduate of the Lincoln High School. He attended Western Wyoming Community College and received an Associate of Arts Degree in 1994. Mr. Brandner attended and graduated in 1986 from the University of Wyoming and obtained a Bachelor of Science Degree. He was a United States Army Veteran. Mr. Brandner was inducted into the service on May 20, 1958 and was given an honorable discharge on May 2, 1961. He married Margaret Ann Shaw in Green River, Wyoming on December 26, 1970 and they later divorced. Mr. Brandner was the owner of Brandner Plumbing from 1967 until his retirement in 2002. He was a member of Immaculate Conception Catholic Church. His interests included spending time with family and friends, playing cards, bowling, drawing, writing stories, gardening and woodworking. Survivors include one son Micah Brandner of Green River, Wyoming; one daughter Michele Moritz and husband Robert of Green River, Wyoming; one brother David Brandner and wife Lois of Green River, Wyoming; two sisters Almeda Sun and Carol Brandner both of Orlando, Florida; two grandchildren Chelsey Venuti of San Jose, California and Cherylann Moritz of Green River, Wyoming; several cousins; two newphews Jon Brandner of Belgium and Derek Brandner Orlando, Florida one niece Angela Brandner of Colorado. He was preceded in death by his parents. Following cremation, memorial services will be conducted at 2:00 P.M. Wednesday, June 10, 2015 at the Vase Flaming Gorge Chapel, 263 East Flaming Gorge Way, Green River, Wyoming. Friends may call at the chapel one hour prior to services. Condolences may be left at www.vasefuneralhomes.com --- SweetwaterNow.com, Jun 3, 2015 Anne M. Groshel Anne M. Groshel, 93, of Rock Springs, Wyoming passed away on Monday, June 1, 2015 following a sudden illness. Anne was a lifelong resident of Rock Springs, Wyoming. She was born on April 7, 1922 in Rock Springs, Wyoming, the daughter of the late Joseph Sikich and Mary Knezovich. Mrs. Groshel attended schools in Rock Springs, Wyoming and graduated from Rock Springs High School. She married Lewis Groshel in Manila, Utah on June 21, 1941 and he preceded her in death in Rock Springs, Wyoming on January 2, 1995. Mrs. Groshel was a member of the Holy Spirit Catholic Community. Her interests included camping, fishing, cooking, especially pastries, spending time with family and friends and years ago working at Jays Drive In. Survivors include one brother Louis “Sunny” Sikich of Pinedale, Wyoming; Kenny Schramm and wife Sharon of Laramie, Wyoming and Kimberly Becvar and husband Anthony of Redmond, Washington; five great-grandchildren Kennedy Schramm, Caleb Becvar, Andre Becvar, Jadin Becvar and Erin Becvar and several nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents; husband Lewis Groshel; one daughter Louann Schramm; two sisters Rose Santich and Katherine Evezich and two sisters in infancy and six brothers John, Pete, Joe, Marion, Tony and Mike. Services are pending. Condolences may be left at www.vasefuneralhomes.com --- SweetwaterNow.com, Jun 7, 2015 Clark P. Stafford Clark P. Stafford, 71, of Rock Springs, Wyoming passed away on Friday, June 05, 2015, at the Memorial Hospital of Sweetwater County. A longtime resident of Rock Springs, Wyoming, Clark died following battle with cancer. He was born on January 14, 1944 in Cody, Wyoming, the son of Cecil Stafford and Alice Genter Stafford. Mr. Stafford attended and graduated from the Cody High School and later attended the University of Wyoming. He married Barbara Hodges in Rock Springs on February 26, 1977. Clark was a United States Army Veteran of the Vietnam War. He was the owner and operator of Stafford Backhoe Service from 1978 to present. If not working which was his joy, then team roping and golfing was his passion. He loved spending time with his family in Boulder, Wyoming. Survivors include his former wife Barbara Hodges of Boulder, Wyoming; two daughters Jodie Stafford Hawkins and husband Jason of Marbleton, Wyoming and Cynthia Richmond of Norman, Oklahoma; one son Jake C. Stafford of Casper, Wyoming; two sisters Betty Heuermann of Riverton, Wyoming and Virginia “Teenie” Bell of Lochbuie, Colorado; one granddaughter Molly Clarke Hawkins of Marbleton, Wyoming; several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents; two sisters Alice Jones and Nancy Shaw. Following cremation, a celebration of his life will be at 2:00 P.M. Saturday, June 27, 2015 at the White Mountain Mining Company, 76 Gookin Road, Rock Springs, Wyoming. --- SweetwaterNow.com, Jun 9, 2015 Eliza "Peggy" Dickson Eliza “Peggy” Dickson, 97, of Rock Springs died Monday, June 8, 2015 of natural causes. She was a resident of Green River for over 70 years, prior to moving to Rock Springs last year. She was born on July 23, 1917, in West Bountiful, Utah, the 10th child of George Parkin and Jesse Mann Parkin. She attended schools in a one room school house near Granger, Wyoming for 4 years and at the Forest Grade School and Jordan Junior High in Salt Lake City, Utah. She graduated in 1935 from The Utah High School of Beauty Culture, also in Salt Lake City, Utah. She married Wayne Bryson Dickson on March 4, 1938 in Salt lake City, Utah. Their marriage was later solemnized in the Salt Lake LDS Temple on January 26, 1954. Wayne preceded her in death on October 23, 1997. Mrs. Dickson was a member of The Church of Jesus Christ of latter-Day Saints where she served in various positions including Relief Society President, visiting teacher and sacrament meeting greeter. She was a homemaker and also worked outside the home at Joe Gosar’s, Dell’s and City Market. She was an Avon representative for many years. She was a charter member of the Daughters of the Utah Pioneers in Sweetwater County, the Union Pacific Old Timers, a charter member of the Debonair Dance Group and the Squarenaders square dance group. Her interests included her children, grandchildren, great-grandchildren, & great-great grandchildren, quilting, sewing clothes for herself and her family, baking, playing gin rummy and she was an author. In 1981 she published a historical memoir of her Parkin, Foulds, Mann and Busby family lines called “Precious Gems”. Survivors include her four daughters, Lynne (Don) Hoffman of Woods Cross, Utah, Georgeen (Ron) Harris of Rock Springs, Ann Dickson and husband Jim Rainey of Devil’s Tower, Wyoming and Evelana (John) Henderson of Rock Springs; sixteen grandchildren, Jalene (James) McCullough and Shawn (John) Barrett both of Colorado Springs, Colorado, Aaron (Sara) Hoffman of Broomfield, Colorado, Kari (Arley) Jarman of Woods Cross, Utah, Cole Harris of Casper, Wyoming, Becky (Reid) Miller of Langdon Canada, Jane (Allen) Ewoniuk of Castle Rock, Colorado, Tony (Karrie) Botello of Nederland, Texas, Ron (Tina) Botello of Cornfields, Arizona, Scott Botello of Warsaw, Missouri, Josh (Erin) Henderson and Eli (Stephanie) Henderson both of Afton, Wyoming, Patti Brown, Leslie (David) Taylor, Warren Blalock and Shanon (Rob) DeBernardi all of Rock Springs; 60 great-grandchildren, 31 great-great-grandchildren and several nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents, husband, one son, Jay Dickson, a son-in-law, six brothers, three sisters, two grandsons and one great-grandson. Funeral services will be held at 2:00 pm Saturday, June 13, 2015 at the Green River 1st and 3rd Ward Chapel, 1000 W 4th North, Green River. A viewing will be held 5-7 pm Friday at Fox Funeral Home, 2800 Commercial Way, Rock Springs, and one hour prior to the services Saturday at the Church. Pallbearers will be her granddaughters Jae McCullough, Shawn Barrett, Kari Jarman, Leslie Taylor, Becky Miller, and Jane Ewoniuk. Honorary pallbearers will be Patti Brown, Sara Hoffman, Karrie Botello, Tina Botello, Erin Henderson, Shanon DeBernardi, and Stephanie Henderson. Interment will take place in the Rest Haven Memorial Cemetery, North Rock Springs. Condolences for family can be left at www.foxfh.com. --- WyoNews.com, Jun 9, 2015 Brenda Joan Johnson Brenda Joan Johnson, of Rock Springs died Sunday, June 7, 2015 in Salt Lake City from complications resulting from a stroke. She was a longtime resident of Rock Springs. She was born December 24,1951 in Coalville, Utah, the daughter of Ray and Marjorie V. Brown. She is a member of The Church of Jesus Christ Latter-day Saints. She married John Johnson June 28, 1985 in the Salt Lake LDS Temple. Her interests centered on her family and her church service. Survivors include her husband John of Rock Springs; son Jedidiah (April) Johnson of Salt Lake City; step-daughter Wendy Stubblefield of Pace, FL; stepson Nathan (Kim) Johnson of Grantsville, Utah; many grandchildren;1 great-grandchild; sisters MarJean (Jim) Parker of Utah, Dorothy Ovard of Utah, Irene (Brent) Weber of Rock Springs. She was preceded in death by her parents, Ray & Marjorie Brown, and two brothers, Don Brown(2010) and Jeff Brown(1965). Funeral services will be held at 11:00a.m. Saturday June 13, 2015 at the Rock Springs LDS Stake Center, 2055 Edgar St., Rock Springs. A viewing will be held 6-8p.m. Friday, June 12, 2015 at Fox Funeral Home, 2800 Commercial Way, Rock Springs and Saturday 9:30 am – 10:30 am at the church. Interment will take place in the Rock Springs Municipal Cemetery. Condolences for the family can be left at www.foxfh.com. --- SweetwaterNow.com, Jun 11, 2015 Fabiola C. Garcia Fabiola C. Garcia, 79, of Rock Springs, passed away on Wednesday, June 10, 2015 at the University of Utah Medical Center in Salt Lake City, Utah. A long time resident of Rock Springs, Wyoming, Mrs. Garcia died following a sudden illness. She was born on May 8, 1936 in Arroyo Seco, New Mexico, the daughter of the late Willie Cordova and Amilia Casados Cordova. Mrs. Garcia attended schools in Arroyo Seco, New Mexico. She married Braulio U. “Ben” Garcia in Green River, Wyoming on July 19, 1950 and he preceded her in death on June 25, 2011. Mrs. Garcia was employed by School District #1 and was a server in food service for many years. Her interests included gardening, cooking, attending church and spending time with her family. She was a member of Holy Spirit Catholic Community. Survivors include four sons Samuel Garcia and wife Dee and George Garcia all of Rock Springs, Wyoming, Glen Garcia and wife Kathleen of Cheyenne, Wyoming, and Kevin Garcia and wife Julie of San Diego, California; three daughters Pat Sisneros and companion Larry Connell, Molly Miller and husband Lonnie and Francis Black all of Rock Springs, Wyoming; two brothers Ruben Cordova and wife Lillian of Taos, New Mexico and Dan Cordova of Florida; one sister Cora Sanchez and husband Gene of Fort Collins, Colorado; three half brothers Arsenio Cordova and wife Kathy, Fernando Cordova and wife Bernice, and Francis Cordova and wife Ernestina all of Taos, New Mexico; one half sister Maria Lena Marabal and husband Randy of Albequerque, New Mexico; fourteen grandchildren Brandon Garcia and wife Misty,Rumaldo Sisneros, Maria Sisneros, Lori Pitts and husband Casey, Jessica Keith all of Rock Springs, Wyoming, Bert Miller of Rock Springs, Wyomiing, Megan Tozzi and husband Tim Tozzi, Jr. of Rock Springs, Wyoming, Mandy Garcia of Rock Springs, Wyoming, Cory Garcia and wife Caiti of West Jordan, Utah, Morgan Krotzer of Rock Springs, Wyoming, Kansas Garcia of Rock Springs, Wyoming, Daniel Garcia of Cheyenne, Wyoming, Ryan Garcia of Cheyenne, Wyoming and Sara Garcia of San Diego, California; numerous great-grandchildren; several cousins, nephews and nieces. She was preceded in death by her parents, husband. Funeral Services are pending. Condolences may be left at www.vasefuneralhomes.com --- SweetwaterNow.com, Jun 11, 2015 Christian Anthony “Tony” Riegger, III Christian Anthony “Tony” Riegger, III, 67, of Green River, Wyoming passed away on Tuesday, June 9, 2015 at his home in Green River. A longtime resident of Green River, Wyoming and former resident of Utah, Mr. Riegger passed away following a brief illness. He was born on October 9, 1947 in Baltimore, Maryland, the son of the late Christian A. Riegger and Raye A. Gavin. Mr. Riegger attended schools in Holiday, Utah and graduated from Olympus High School with the Class of 1964. He served in the United States Army during the Vietnam Conflict from April 13, 1966 to April 19, 1969. Mr. Riegger was the owner and operator of R & B Controls. His interests included fishing, boating, hunting, gambling, traveling and enjoyed parties. Survivors include one son Christian A. Riegger, IV of Salt Lake City, Utah; one daughter Sheila Kirkpatrick of Castlerock, Colorado; two brothers Ronald C. Riegger and wife Brandy of Carson City, Nevada and Bryan R. Riegger; one sister Aunda Ellen Madsen of Taylorsville, Utah; companion Lola Gebhardt of Rock Springs, Wyoming; four grandchildren Brianna, Barrett and Holly Kirkpatrick and Christian A. Riegger V. and several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents. Funeral Services will be conducted at 1:00 P.M. Friday, June 19, 2015 at the Vase Flaming Gorge Chapel, 263 East Flaming Gorge Way, Green River, Wyoming. Military Honors and Interment will be in the Riverview Cemetery. Friends may call at the Vase Chapel on Friday, one hour prior to services. Condolences may be left at www.vasefuneralhomes.com --- Wyo4News.com, Jun 13, 2015 Tony Saulo “Little Tony” Trujillo Tony Saulo “Little Tony” Trujillo, 52, of Rock Springs, Wyoming passed away on Thursday, June 11, 2015 at his home. A longtime resident of Rock Springs, Wyoming, Mr. Trujillo died following an illness of eight years. He was born on May 30, 1963 in Rock Springs, Wyoming, the son of Tony J. and Lillian Lucero Trujillo. Mr. Trujillo attended schools in Rock Springs and obtained his GED and later attended Western Wyoming Community College. He was a self-employed landscaper and also the grounds keeper for the Rock Springs Worship Center. Mr. Trujillo was a devout member of the Rock Springs Worship Center. His interests were boxing and he was a five time Golden Gloves Regional Champion. He played tennis and was a creative artist. He played baseball and softball and played with Babe Ruth Baseball, City Men’s Softball League and Co-Ed Church League. Survivors include his parents Tony J. and Lillian Trujillo of Rock Springs, Wyoming; one son Anthony Trujillo IV of Fresno, California; four brothers Dan R. Trujillo, John J. Trujillo and Teno J. Trujillo and wife Amanda all of Rock Springs, Wyoming and Reuben C. Trujillo and wife Julie of Atlanta, Georgia; one sister Tina L. Preuit and husband Kelly of Rock Springs, Wyoming; His aunts and uncles Bob Trujillo, Eddie Trujillo and wife Penny, Don Cox and wife Marina, Martha Gindt, Margaret Anne Reed and husband Jim, Lucille Murphy, William Trujillo, Bertha Flannighan, David Trujillo, Frank Trujillo, Bonnie Winner and husband Don, Gilbert Lucero and wife Lilly, Jane Seeland and husband Tom, Joe Joe Lucero and wife Sue, Bert Lucero, Eva Bluemel and husband Dick, Lorraine Thayler and husband Pat, Michael Lucero; over one hundred twenty first cousins and over sixty second cousins. He was preceded in death by his paternal grandparents Tony M. and Lucy Trujillo and Joe C. and Faye Lucero; his uncle Don Murphy; and cousin Gary Gomez. Following cremation, a celebration of life will be conducted at 3:00 P.M. Friday, June 19, 2015 at the Rock Springs Worship Center, 3317 Dewar Drive, Rock Springs, Wyoming. Pastor Arlen Hughes and Pastor Tony J. Trujillo will conduct the services. Condolences may be left at www.vasefuneralhomes.com --- Wyo4News.com, Jun 15, 2015 Norma Jean Boyer Norma Jean Boyer, 90, of Green River, Wyoming passed away on Saturday, June 13, 2015 at Memorial Hospital of Sweetwater County. A longtime resident of Green River, Wyoming and former resident of Moab, Utah, Mrs. Boyer passed away following a lengthy illness. She was born on March 28, 1925 in Auburn, Illinois, the daughter of the late Gilbert Robinson and Bessie Woolary Robinson. Mrs. Boyer attended schools in Auburn, Illinois and graduated from Auburn High School with the Class of 1942. She married Harvey “Hap” Boyer in Dragerton, Utah on February 16, 1945 and he preceded her in death in Green River, Wyoming on February 19, 1991. Her interests included crossword puzzles, bird watching, books, playing cards and spending time with her grandchildren. She was a member of the Golden Hour Senior Citizens Center. Survivors include two sons Michael Boyer and wife Darlene and Donald Boyer and wife Elaine, both of Green River, Wyoming; two daughters Sheryl Kester and husband Monte of Green River, Wyoming and Karen Barneski of Gillette, Wyoming; one sister Betty Wilhite of Auburn, Illinois; eleven grandchildren; nineteen great-grandchildren and several nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents, husband, four brothers Raymond Robinson, Robert Robinson, William Robinson and Kenneth Robinson; three sisters Wanda Hopkins, Mary Lacey and Margaret Zorn. Memorial Services will be conducted at 2:00 P.M., Wednesday, June 17, 2015 at the Vase Flaming Gorge Chapel, 263 East Flaming Gorge Way, Green River, Wyoming. Mike Boyer will conduct the services. Friends may call one hour prior to services. Condolences may be left at www.vasefuneralhomes.com. --- Wyo4News.com, Jun 18, 2015 Donna Jack Dickson Donna Jack Dickson passed away June 13, 2015 in her sleep at the Sublette Center in Pinedale, Wyoming, where she had resided since 1998. She and her husband of 67 years, Bill Dickson previously lived in Rock Springs, Wyoming where Bill was a successful business man who owned and operated insurance and real estate firms. He was also involved in other various enterprises, including several housing and recreational developments in Rock Springs. Donna was born in Maple Valley, Michigan on August 31, 1916 and spent her early years in Grand Rapids, Michigan. She began teaching in Oshoto, Wyoming at a small country school at eighteen years of age after just one year of college in Spearfish, South Dakota. Donna then attended the University of Wyoming and got her education degree before teaching in Torrington, Wyoming until she married Bill and moved to Rock Springs, Wyoming, his hometown. While residing in Rock Springs Donna taught for five years until their daughter Jamie was born. Donna was an artist her entire life. She painted with oils and worked in charcoal. She was on the Governor’s Council for the Arts in Wyoming and on the board for the Arts at Western Wyoming College for many years. She was an active member of the Women’s Club in Rock Springs, the Congregational Church and the Philanthropic Educational Organization. She played a mean game of bridge and belonged to numerous bridge clubs, some of which were couples groups that Bill also attended. Fishing was a passion for Donna, golfing with family and friends, avid reader and never missed a party. She took many creative writing classes at Western Wyoming College and wrote a number of hysterical memoirs, some of which were published. Donna loved to travel and during her life she visited the Caribbean, Africa, Japan, Mexico and Korea. Donna was preceded in death by her husband, Bill Dickson, parents, two brothers and two sisters. She is survived by her daughter Jamie Kaul, son-in-law Mike Kaul; two grandsons, Richard Kaul of Grand Junction, Colorado and David Kaul of New York City, New York. She left three adored great grandchildren, Kaitlin, Madeline and Jack of Grand Juction, Colorado. Donna never met a stranger. She turned everyone she came in contact with into a friend. She had a multitude of admirers and in this context the family asks those who cherish their memories of their association with her to make a donation to the Community Church, P.O. Box 646, Pinedale, Wyoming 82941 or the Sublette Center Medical Wing, P.O. Box 788, Pinedale, Wyoming 82941. The family is planning a triute to her life with family and friends at Mike and Jamie’s house on Friday, July 3, 2015 at 1:00 P.M., 323 Fremont Lake Road in Pinedale, Wyoming. Please come and share your Donna stories and our picnic. Condolences may be left at www.vasefuneralhomes.com --- SweetwaterNow.com, Jun 18, 2015 Lawrence A. Marty Lawrence A. Marty, 88 of Green River, Wyoming passed away on Tuesday, June 16, 2015 at his home. A long time resident of Green River, Wyoming, Mr. Marty died following a brief illness. He was born on June 17, 1926 in Platte, Nebraska, the son of the late Herman L. Marty and Frances Jane Harvey Marty. Mr. Marty graduated from High School in Nebraska. He attended Wayne State College and Creighton University in Nebraska before getting his J.D. Degree from the University of Wyoming in 1954. He was a member of Delta Theta Phi. That same year, he was admitted to the Wyoming State Bar. He worked at various law offices before becoming partner of Marty and Ragsdale where he practiced many areas of law including Wills and Probate, Real Estate and Mediation just to name a few. He never truly retired. He was a member of American Bar Association and Sweetwater County Bar Association. He was also a member of Wyoming State Bar and was able to celebrate his 60th year as a member last September. On April 25, 1958, the Honorable Lawrence A. Marty began serving as a United States Commissioner for the United States District Court for the District of Wyoming. He served until December 31, 1970. On January 1, 1971, he was elected to be part-time United States Magistrate for the District of Wyoming and served until June 30, 1999. He married Nellie O. Moerke in Nevada on August 8, 1965 and she preceded him in death on November 8, 2008. Mr. Marty was a member of Emmanuel Evangelical Lutheran Church in Green River, Wyoming. Playing golf was his passion. He also enjoyed reading and spending time at his home in Sun Lakes, Arizona. Survivors include his daughter Karen Marty of Green River, Wyoming; his granddaughter Chelsie Tominc of Green River, Wyoming; one brother Harvey Marty of St. George, Utah; one sister Alice May Dawson of Ventura, California; several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents; his wife Nellie; two sisters Frances Jane Jones and Dorothy Ann Reibold. Funeral Services will be conducted at 11:00 A.M. Monday, June 22, 2015 at the Emmanuel Evangelical Lutheran Church, 901 Trona Drive, Green River, Wyoming. Interment will be in the Riverview Cemetery. Friends may call on Sunday from 4:00 P.M. until 6:00 P.M. at the Vase Flaming Gorge Chapel, 263 East Flaming Gorge Way, Green River, Wyoming. Reverend James R. Martin will officiate. Condolences may be left at www.vasefuneralhomes.com The family of Lawrence A. Marty respectfully suggests that donations in his memory be made to Evangelical Lutheran Church, 901 Trona Drive, Green River, Wyoming. --- SweetwaterNow.com, Jun 19, 2015 Adeline Montoya Adeline Montoya, 85, of Reliance, Wyoming passed away on Monday, June 15, 2015 at the St. Marks Hospital in Salt Lake City, Utah. A longtime resident of Rock Springs, and former resident of Quealey, Wyoming, Mrs. Montoya died following a brief illness. She was born on November 1, 1929 in Trinidad, Colorado, the daughter of the late Emanuel Sena and Alice Henry Sena. Mrs. Montoya attended schools in Trinidad, Colorado. She married Luciano Montoya at Trinidad, Colorado in August of 1944 and he preceded her in death in April of 1981. Mrs. Montoya was employed by School District #1 for twenty seven years as a custodian. She was a member of Holy Spirit Catholic Community. Her interests included gardening, working in her yard, visiting her children and grandchildren and attending family functions. Survivors include one son Vincent Montoya of Reliance, Wyoming; four daughters Louise Smith and husband Bruce, Barbara Graebert and husband Jerry, Patricia Miera, and Alice Montoya all of Rock Springs, Wyoming; eighteen grandchildren Deborah Anselmi, Albert Morgan, William Morgan, Melody Householder and husband Skip, Aaron Morgan, Wayne Hester, Keith Hester and wife Tammy, Bobbie Jo Lloyd, Heather Graebert Pitt, Brittney Durrans, Jeremy Howe, Sheri Angelovic and husband A.J., Lance Durrans, Sierra Durrans, Steven Montoya, Jacob Montoya and Michael Montoya; thirty-eight great grandchildren and ten great-great grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband; two sons Joseph and Floyd Montoya; one grandson Donald Morgan; one great grandson Justin Roy Morgan; sister and brother-in-law Flora and Robert Reynoso; step-son Patrick ReGene Montoya. A mass of Christian burial will be celebrated at 11:00 A.M. Tuesday, June 23, 2015 at the Saints Cyril and Methodius Catholic, 633 Bridger Avenue, Rock Springs, Wyoming. A vigil service will be recited at 6:00 P.M.Monday, June 22, 2015 at the church. Interment will be in the Rock Springs Municipal Cemetery. Friends may call at the church on Monday one hour prior to the vigil service and on Tuesday one hour prior to services. Condolences may be left at www.vasefuneralhomes.com --- Wyo4News.com, Jun 19, 2015 Shirley Hutchins Shirley Hutchins, 66, of Green River, Wyoming passed away on Sunday, June 14, 2015 at her home. A lifelong resident of Green River, Wyoming, Ms. Hutchins passed away suddenly. She was born on April 25, 1949 in Green River, Wyoming, the daughter of the late Alfred L. Harsha and Betty J. Duncan. Ms. Hutchins worked as a forklift operator for Eagle Pitcher Mineral in Lovelock, Nevada and also worked as a custodian for School District #2 in Green River, Wyoming. Her interests included prospecting, fishing, reading, knitting and writing. Survivors include one son John Hutchins and wife Erma of Fernley, Nevada; two brothers Henry and Jimmy and two sisters Sheila and Barbara and two grandchildren Byron and Kyle Hutchins. She was preceded in death by her parents and one brother Alfred Harsha. Memorial Services will be held at 11:00 A.M., Saturday, June 20, 2015 at the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Saints, 1250 West Teton, Green River, Wyoming. Friends may call at the church one hour prior to services. Condolences may be left at www.vasefuneralhomes.com --- SweetwaterNow.com, Jun 23, 2015 Dixon (Dick) Nebeker Christensen DOUGLAS — Dixon (Dick) Nebeker Christensen, 87, passed away at his home June 18th 2015 in Douglas, Wyoming. He was born in Manila, Utah on June 22, 1927 to Clifford A. Christensen and Afton Nebeker Christensen. He was born and raised on the Birch Spring Ranch in Manila, Utah where he and his wife Florence raised their family. He was an active member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints and served in the Manila Ward bishopric for twenty years, the Lyman and Green River Stake High Councils, and served in the Vernal Temple. Dick was an avid horseman and raised, sold and traded hundreds of quarter horses. His interests were team roping with his friends and son Bruce and watching his children participate in High School rodeos, hunting and fishing with his brother Von and his Uncle Ned and camping with his family in the Wind River and the Uinta mountains. He was a 4-H leader and an active member of the Daggett County Lions Club. He also served for five years on the Soil Conservation Board and was a surveyor on the construction of the Flaming Gorge Dam. He drove school bus for several years in Manila and McKinnon, owned and operated a sawmill, and drove trucks for Steinaker and Anderson Trucking. He was a heavy equipment operator for Black Butte Coal for 12 years where he made life long friends. He lived in several places in Utah, Wyoming, Idaho, and Montana but Manila was always his home. His last few years were spent in Douglas Wyoming. Dick had a reputation of being kind and considerate to everyone that knew him, and helped numerous people throughout his life. His greatest joy was his family and enjoying time with them. Survivors include his wife of 66 years, Florence LaRue Schofield Christensen, of Douglas Wyoming; children Grant and wife Johnne Christensen of Rock Springs, Bruce and wife Brenda Christensen of Fort Bridger, Wyoming, Shelly and husband Jim Creaser of Douglas; sisters Mary Jane Heninger, Dahle Briggs, Laura Jean Youngberg, Claire Reed, and Louis Lowell; seventeen grandchildren and twenty-six great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his mother and father, daughters Betty Rae Tinker and Donell Pechacek , brother Von Christensen, and sister Joan Briggs. Funeral services will be held at 11am June 27th, 2015 in the Manila LDS Church, Manila Utah with a viewing 9:30am until time of service. There will also be a viewing from 6pm to 8pm Friday, June 26, 2015 at Fox Funeral home, 2800 Commercial Way, Rock Springs. Interment will take place in the Daggett County Cemetery. Condolences for family can be left by going to www.foxfh.com. --- SweetwaterNow.com, Jun 23, 2015 Harry B. Pappas Harry B. Pappas, 88, of Green River, Wyoming passed away on June 23, 2015 at the Mission at Castle Rock in Green River, Wyoming. He had been a long time resident of Green River, Wyoming. He was born on November 22, 1926 in Rock Springs, Wyoming, the son of the late Louis Pappas and Bella Xaniphon Pappas. Mr. Pappas attended schools in Rock Springs, Wyoming. He was a United States Marine Veteran of World War II and Wyoming National Guard. He married the former Sophia Curtis in Rock Springs, Wyoming on July 15, 1950 and she preceded him in death on January 26, 2003. Mr. Pappas was employed by the Union Pacific Railroad. He later was employed by the Green River Police Department and Sweetwater County Sheriff’s Office and had worked in Law Enforcement for a total of thirty-eight years. He was a member of Holy Trinity Greek Orthodox Church. His interests included spending time with his family especially his grandchildren. He also enjoyed fishing. Survivors include one son, Scott Pappas and wife Olympia of Littleton, Colorado; one daughter, Vaslie Leventis and husband Chris of Green River, Wyoming; one sister, Thearo Kostakis of Apple Valley, California; four grandchildren, Christopher Leventis and wife Ivana of Jackson, Wyoming, Nicholas Leventis of Cheyenne, Wyoming, Andrew Pappas and Sofia Pappas both of Littleton, Colorado; sister-in-law, Teddy Dolas and husband John of Longbeach, California; several nieces and nephews He was preceded in death by his parents, his wife, and one sister, Mary Pauline. --- Wyo4News.com, Jun 24, 2015 Wyoming Highway Patrolman Jerry Cook Long time Worland resident and retired WHP Patrolman, Jerry Cook, passed away on June 21st, 2015 at the Washakie Medical Center. Jerry was born on August 30, 1942 in Casper, Wyoming to Donald P. and Thelma P. (Marquardt) Cook. He grew up in Casper, graduating from Natrona County High School in 1960. Following his graduation, he served his country in the US Navy until August of 1966. He married Delores Selby in Casper on June 20, 1964. Jerry attended Casper College and graduated with an Associate’s Degree in Electronics in 1965. The couple relocated to Laramie in the fall of 1965 where Jerry apprenticed as a taxidermist from 1965 – 1967. He then worked for the Laramie Police Force as an officer until 1969 when he began his career as a Wyoming Highway Patrol Officer. He graduated from Central Wyoming College in 1973 with a criminal Justice Associate’s degree. During his time with the Highway Patrol he always greeted people with “Howdy”. Many folks came back to tell his family that he made them feel guilty for breaking the law because he was so nice to them. After 26 years of faithful service Jerry retired on June 30, 1995. Retirement wasn’t just to sit around and do nothing, he filled his time with artwork and photography. Many Worland homes and businesses are adorned with his artistic talents. His hobbies included bowling for over 35 years. He was voted into the Hall of Fame because of the number of years he bowled and for his personal contributions he made to the league. He was very active in Men’s softball for 15 years and volunteered as a coach for Little League and Babe Ruth. He served on the Baseball Commission/Worland Rec Center board for 4 years and was instrumental in adding field # 3 to the Newell Sargent Park. He was a lifelong member of the Elks. Jerry was a quiet man who did things behind the scenes, never wishing for attention to be drawn to him. He was a gentle giant who would help wherever and whenever there was a need. He was preceded in death by his grandparents, father, mother, one brother, Richard and a niece, Robin. Jerry is survived by his loving wife of 51 years, Delores Cook of Worland, children, Donald (Angel) Cook of Houston, Texas, Bret Cook of Rapid City, South Dakota, and Erika (Chris) Johnston of Casper, 8 grandchildren and 1 great grandchild, brother, Bob (Cathy) Cook and sister-in-law, Debbie Cook (Don Wisland) all of Casper. Memorial services will be held 11:00 a.m. Friday, June 26, 2015 at the Worland Middle School Auditorium. Memorial donations may be made to the Worland Youth Learning Center or Special Olympics in care of Bryant Funeral Home, PO Box 524, Worland, WY 82401. Online condolences may be made at www.bryantfuneralhomeonline.com. --- SweetwaterNow.com, Jun 24, 2015 Frances A. Smith Frances A. Smith, 89, of Rock Springs, Wyoming passed away on Tuesday, June 23, 2015 at the Mission at Castle Rock in Green River, Wyoming. A life long resident of Rock Springs, Wyoming, Mrs. Smith had been in ill health for the past two weeks. She was born on April 3, 1926 in Rock Springs, Wyoming, the daughter of the late John Jereb and Anna Rupert Jereb. Mrs. Smith attended schools in Rock Springs, Wyoming and was a 1945 graduate of the Rock Springs High School. She married Johnny Krek in 1948 and he preceded her in death in 1958. She later married Robert Leonard Smith in Rock Springs, Wyoming on December 1, 1960 and he preceded her in death on January 10, 2015. Mrs. Smith was employed as a teletype operator at Sears and worked there from 1971 to 1994. She had various jobs throughout Rock Springs, she was a server at Western Cafe, a clerk at Stockgrowers, Nan Thompson, J.C. Penny and Union Merc and North Side Catholic School as a secretary. She was a cook, she liked reading books and spending time with her son. Survivors include one son Robert Smith of Rock Springs, Wyoming; three brothers Jack Jereb and wife Joanie and Stanley Jereb and wife Mary Ruth all of Rock Springs, Wyoming and Alfred Jereb and wife Dana of Mesquite, Nevada; one sister Cecelia Young of Las Vegas, Nevada; several cousins, nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents; first husband Johnny Krek; second husband Robert Leonard Smith; two sisters Annie Lyke and Stephanie Jereb; seven brothers Frank Jereb, John Jereb, Tony Jereb, Albert Jereb, Alvin Jereb, Joe Jereb, and Vince “Wink” Jereb. Following cremation, graveside services will be conducted at 1:00 P.M. Monday, June 29, 2015 at the Rock Springs Municipal Cemetery. Condolences may be left at www.vasefuneralhomes.com --- Wyo4News.com, Jun 26, 2015 Timothy Patrick Wells Timothy Patrick Wells, 63, of Rock Springs, Wyoming passed away on Thursday, June 25, 2015 at his home. A long time resident of Rock Springs, Wyoming, Mr. Wells died following an eighteen month battle with cancer. He was born on June 3, 1952 in St. Paul, Minnesota, the son of John F. Wells and Anita L. Gillis Wells. Mr. Wells attended schools in Hudson, Wisconsin and was a 1971 graduate of the Hudson High School. He served a four year apprenticeship to become a Journeyman Carpenter. He married Jacalyn Lanman on July 20, 1974 in Bloomington, Minnesota. Mr. Wells was employed as a Carpenter Business Agent for Carpenters Local 1620 and retired in July of 2007. His interests included fishing, hunting, woodworking and logging. He was a member of Holy Spirit Catholic Community, Carpenter’s Union, Wyoming Building Trades, Past President of Sweetwater County Democratic Party, Sweetwater County 4-H, Rock Springs Swim Club, Little League Football, Southwest Labor Council President of Homeowner’s Association, Weblo Leader and he was lobbying for worker’s right in the Wyoming Legislature. Survivors include his wife Jacalyn Wells of Rock Springs, Wyoming; his mother Anita Wells of Hudson, Wisconsin; two sons Anthony “Andy” Wells and wife Trudi and Ryan Wells and wife Ashley all of Rock Springs, Wyoming; four grandchildren Brenden Wells, Brittnie Wells, Morgan Wells and Hadley Wells; five brothers John Wells and wife Sue of Boulder, Wyoming, Dan Wells and partner Roger Morgan of Valley Center, California, Mike Wells and wife Bonnie of Dresser, Wisconsin, Pat Wells and partner Dave Lamangan of Silver Spring, Maryland, Tom Wells and wife Jenifer of Seattle, Washington; three sisters Mary Wells, Margaret Sanderson and husband Greg and Jeanne Denis and husband Jeff all of Hudson, Wisconsin; several aunts, uncles, nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his father John F. Wells. Following cremation, a mass of Christian burial will be celebrated at 11:00 A.M. Thursday, July 2, 2015 at Saints Cyril & Methodius Catholic Church, 633 Bridger Avenue, Rock Springs, Wyoming. A rosary will be recited at 4:00 P.M. on Wednesday at the church. Friends may call at the church, one hour prior to the rosary on Wednesday and on Thursday morning one hour prior to services. The family of Timothy P. Wells respectfully suggests that donations in his memory be made to Holy Spirit Catholic Community, c/o Church Elevator Fund, 116 Broadway, Rock Springs, Wyoming or Hospice of Sweetwater County, 333 Broadway, Suite 220, Rock Springs, Wyoming or www.myhsc.org Condolences may be left at www.vasefuneralhomes.com --- Wyo4News.com, Jun 29, 2015 Susan Joan Lininger Susan Joan Lininger, 71, of Rock Springs, Wyoming passed away on Sunday, June 28, 2015 at her home. A longtime resident of Rock Springs, Wyoming and former resident of Wilcox, Missouri, Mrs. Lininger passed away suddenly. She was born on June 28, 1944 in South Hampton, England, the daughter of James Surface and Dorothy Batchelor Surface. Mrs. Lininger attended schools in Burlington Junction, Missouri. She married Harley Lininger in Hiawatha, Kansas on December 13, 1962 and he preceded her in death in Rock Springs, Wyoming on May 7, 2015. Survivors include John Lininger and wife Sandi, DeWayne Lininger and Troy Halstead, all of Rock Springs, Wyoming; three daughters Barbara Noland and husband Tom of Maryville, Missouri, Dottie Roy and husband Ron of Rock Springs, Wyoming and Mindy Sticken of Pickering, Missouri; eight grandchildren and eight great-grandchildren and several nephews and nieces. She was preceded in death by her parents, husband Harley Lininger; one brother John Batchelor and one son-in-law David Davison. Memorial Services will be held at 10:00 A.M., Friday, July 3, 2015 at the Vase Funeral Chapel, 154 Elk Street, Rock Springs, Wyoming. Friends may call one prior to services. Graveside services and Inurnment will be in the Hillcrest Cemetery in Skidmore, Missouri will be held at a later date. Condolences may be left at www.vasefuneralhomes.com --- Vase Funeral Home, Jun 26, 2015 Ida L. Vigil Ida L. Vigil, 95, of Green River, Wyoming passed away on Thursday, June 25, 2015 at Mission at Castle Rock in Green River. A longtime resident of Green River, Wyoming, Mrs. Vigil passed away following a short illness. She was born on December 27, 1919 in San Luis, Colorado, the daughter of the late Jose Francisco DeSalles LaCombe and Sarah Lewis Sanchez LaCombe. Mrs. Vigil attended schools in San Luis, Colorado. She married Joe C. Vigil in San Luis, Colorado on December 17, 1938. He preceded her in death in Green River, Wyoming on January 11, 2006. Throughout her years, Mrs. Vigil worked for the Green River Mercantile as a clerk, Little America and the Tomahawk Hotel as a housekeeper, Dell's Market as a cashier, and Castle Department Store as a clerk. She was an active member of the Immaculate Conception Church in Green River since 1950 and was a lifetime Roman Catholic. Her interests included fishing, camping, she loved baking bread and making chokecherry jelly, attending parades and family reunions, and spending time with her family, especially her grandchildren. Survivors include one son, Tom Vigil of Aurora, Colorado; three daughters, Betty Myrick and husband Alfred of Kingman, Arizona, Marie Colestock and husband Elmer of Green River, Wyoming, and Debbie Thaler of Green River, Wyoming; eleven grandchildren, Cecilia Myrick, Alan Myrick, Jody Myrick Cote', Sandy Vigil Barbour, Tommy Vigil, Windy Vigil Driver, Cindy Colestock Amundson, Aaron Colestock, Remle Colestock, Nathan Thaler and Sarah Thaler; 12 great-grandchildren and three great-great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents, Jose Francisco DeSalles LaCombe and Sarah Lewis Sanchez LaCombe; husband, Joe C. Vigil; four brothers and one sister. A memorial mass will be conducted at 11:00 a.m. on Wednesday, July 1, 2015 at the Immaculate Conception Catholic Church, 900 Hitching Post Drive in Green River, Wyoming. Father Denis D'Souza will conduct the services. A Vigil Service with Rosary will be recited at 6:00 p.m. on Tuesday, June 30, 2015 at the church. Friends may call at the church on Tuesday one hour prior to the Rosary and again on Wednesday at the church one hour prior to services. --- SweetwaterNow.com, Jun 30, 2015 Beckilyn Munro Dawes Beckilyn Munro Dawes, 57, of Green River, Wyoming passed away on Sunday, June 28, 2015 at her home in Green River, Wyoming. A longtime resident of Green River, Wyoming, Mrs. Dawes passed away following a brief illness. She was born on November 24, 1957 in Murray, Utah, the daughter of Dorrian Evert Munro and Noreen Nelson Munro. Mrs. Dawes attended schools in Soda Springs, Idaho and graduated with the Class of 1976. She married Dean M. Dawes in 1997 in Green River, Wyoming. Her interests included gardening, camping and crafts She was famous for her birthday cakes and enjoyed spending time with her family, especially her grandchildren. Survivors include her husband Dean M. Dawes of Green River, Wyoming; one son Dean C. Dawes and wife April of Green River, Wyoming; four daughters Tonill Herbin and husband Jason of Lyman, Wyoming, Melissa Neher and husband Shane of Jamestown, Wyoming, Angie Murillo and husband Jimmy of Fort Collins, Colorado and Lindy Deckard and husband Phillip of Springfield, Missouri; four sisters Patricia Anderson and husband Marvin of Soda Springs, Idaho, Cynthia Mangone and husband Russ of Taylorsville, Utah, Teresa Lakeman and husband Randy of Elko, Nevada and Sandra Kartchner and husband Kevin of Boise, Idaho; sixteen grandchildren, Santi Murillo, Damien Murillo, Cole McKinlay, Hailee Murillo, Dean J. Dawes, Andrew Dawes, Isaac Dawes, Jordan Harrison and wife Cassidy, Jon Harrison and wife Natalie, Josh Harrison, Samantha Herbin, Shaundelle Miller, Ambria Miller, Lexi McKinlay, Andrew Neher, Aiden Neher and Jasmin Deckard and one great-grandson Leo Harrison. She was preceded in death by her parents and grandparenents. Funeral services will be conducted at 2:00 P.M. Thursday, July 2, 2015 at the LDS Chapel, 1000 West 4th North, Green River, Wyoming. Interment will be in the Riverview Cemetery. Friends may call at the church one hour prior to services. Condolences may be left at www.vasefuneralhomes.com --- Wyo4News.com, Jun 30, 2015 Carol Ann Hill Rounkles Carol Ann Hill Rounkles, 70, of Rock Springs, Wyoming passed away on June 29, 2015 at the LDS Hospital in Salt Lake City, Utah. She had been a long time resident of Rock Springs, Wyoming. She was born on June 16, 1945 in Rock Springs, Wyoming, the daughter of the late Robert Hill and Lucille Wilder Hill. Mrs. Rounkles attended schools in Lyman, Wyoming. She married Orlie D. Rounkles on June 19, 1965 in Rawlins, Wyoming. Mrs. Rounkles was co-owner of Orlies Refridgeration. Her interests included crafts, painting, sewing and gambling in Wendover. She also enjoyed riding horses, hunting, fishing and camping. Survivors inlcude her husband Orlie D. Rounkles of Rock Springs, Wyoming; one son Todd Rounkles and fiance’ Haylie of Rock Springs, Wyoming; one brother Kevin Foley and wife Holly of Rock Springs, Wyoming; two sisters Dorothy Casper of Rock Springs, Wyoming and Cindy Villas of Billings, Montana; two grandchildren Landon Rounkles and Ava Faith Rounkles both of Rock Springs, Wyoming; one uncle Glen Hill and wife Arlene of Green River, Wyoming; several nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents; one son Shane Rounkles; one daughter Tonia Hewitt. Cremation will take place and there wil be no services at her request. --- SweetwaterNow.com, Jul 1, 2015 Shirley Margaret Meeks Shirley Margaret Meeks of Green River, Wyoming passed away June 30, 2015 after a brief illness. She was born September 1, 1922 in Montreal Quebec, Canada to Florence May Giffen and George Arthur Potts. After the passing of her parents she was adopted by her mother’s sister, Ethelwyn “Winnie” Bacon and her husband Carlos Bacon. She was raised and attended school in Jamaica, Queens, New York. She met Henry Len Meeks in New York City during World War II. They were married July 23, 1944 in Queens, New York before Len was deployed to the Pacific theater and occupation of Japan. After the war they moved to the Meeks Ranch in Lonetree, Wyoming. Ranch life did not agree with her and they moved to Rhinebeck, New York for the next twenty-two years. When she was assured Wyoming was civilized enough for her they returned to Green River in 1967. She enjoyed good books, geography, world history, skiing, fishing, good company and conversation and worrying about her grandchildren. She loved the beauty of the American West and traveling it with her friends. She was loved by her family and many friends. She was employed as a secretary in Rhinebeck, and worked as a waitress for the Holida Inn in Rock Springs until her retirement. She is survived by her three sons: David M. Meeks of Saint Augustine, Florda; Donald R. Meeks and wife Patricia and Rick C. Meeks, borh of Green River, Wyoming; six grandchildren: Tyrone Meeks of Green River, Wyoming; Amber Meeks of Reno, Nevada; Danielle Keenan and husband Brian of Colorado Springs, Colorado; Jennifer Meeks-Lofton and husband Lance of Phoenix, Arizona; Rene Meeks and Robyn Meeks, both of Grand Junction, Colorado. She is also survived by three great-grandchildren. Funeral Services will be conducted at 1:00 P.M. Monday, July 3, 2015 at the Vase Flaming Gorge Chapel, 263 East Flaming Gorge Way, Green River, Wyoming. Friends may call at the Vase Chapel on Monday from 11:00 A.M. until time of services. Cremation will follow. Condolences may be left at vasefuneralhomes.com --- Wyo4News.com, Jul 3, 2015 Dona W. Kaumo Dona W. Kaumo, 77, of Daniel, Wyoming passed away July 1, 2015 at the Sublette Center in Pinedale. Dona was born March 6, 1938 in Cordova, Alabama to Woodrow and Delma Hyche. She married her sweetheart Joseph A. Kaumo July 6, 1959 in Rock Springs, WY. Dona enjoyed knitting, reading, cooking, gardening, making jewelry and she loved to travel. She was a member of the Lutheran Church. Dona is survived by her husband Joe Kaumo; and son Michael Kaumo of Green River, WY. She is preceded in death by her brother Norm and sister Marel. A memorial funeral service for Dona will be held Tuesday July 7 at 1:00 P.M. at Vase Funeral Chapel in Rock Springs. --- SweetwaterNow.com, Jul 7, 2015 Adel M. Muije Adel M. Muije, 44, of Rock Springs, Wyoming passed away on Friday, July 3, 2015 at her home. She had been a long time resident of Rock Springs, Wyoming. She was born on August 21, 1970 in Rock Springs, Wyoming, the daughter of Delbert and Mildred Lewis. Mrs. Muije attended school in Rock Springs, Wyoming and was a graduate of the Rock Springs High School Class of 1988. She married Michael Muije in Green River, Wyoming on June 4, 2010. Her interests included doing crafts, bible study, writing poems and spending time with family and friends. Survivors include her husband Michael Muije of Rock Springs, Wyoming; her mother Mildred Lewis of Pinedale, Wyoming; one daughter Moriah Reinholz of Rock Springs, Wyoming; two sons Dustin Sortor and wife Heather of Dickinson, North Dakota and Delwayne Reinholz of Gillette, Wyoming; four sisters Bonnie Matlock of Rock Springs, Wyoming, Romae Eikanger of Green River, Wyoming, Wanda Williams of North Dakota and Ann Lewis of Portland, Oregon; several nieces and nephews. Funeral Services will be conducted at 10:00 A.M. Thursday, July 9, 2015 at the First Assembly of God, 2191 Century Blvd, Rock Springs, Wyoming. Cremation will follow. Friends may call at the church one hour prior to services. Condolences may be left at www.vasefuneralhomes.com --- SweetwaterNow.com, Jul 7, 2015 Fern Barney Fern Barney, 81, of Green River, died July 5, 2015 in Rigby, Idaho after a sudden illness. She was born November 20, 1933 in Redmond, Utah, the daughter of Orville Hansen and Lela Sorensen Hansen. She attended elementary school in Redmond and North Sevier High School in Salina, Utah. She married Seldon Barney October 3, 1950 in Ely, Nevada. He preceded her in death March 12, 2011. She was a member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Her interests were gardening and farming. Survivors include her sons John Barney and Donna Barney of Simi Valley, California, Roy Barney and Chris Thomas of Pinedale, WY, Rex Barney of Rigby, Idaho, Karl Barney and Beth Whitman of Rock Springs, and Ted Barney and Linda Nolan of Green River; brothers Guy Hansen, Stan Hansen, and Jay Hansen; sisters Peggy Hardy, Norma Johnson, LaRee Reedy; sister-in-law Lynn Hansen; grandchildren Nicole Barney, Judson Barney, Greer Barney, Bryan Barney, Jonathan Barney, Shaun Barney, and Kayla Copenbarger; 13 great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents, husband Sheldon Barney, brothers Scott Hansen and Bud Hansen, and sister Lois Barney. Funeral services will be held 7:00 pm Thursday, July 9, 2015 at Fox Funeral Home, 2800 Commercial Way, Rock Springs where friends may call one hour prior to the services. Interment will take place at 1 pm Saturday, July 11, 2015 at the Redmond Cemetery, Redmond, Utah. Condolences for family can be left by going to www.foxfh.com. --- SweetwaterNow.com, Jul 9, 2015 Wiliam August Trujillo William August “Willie” Trujillo, 64, of Rock Springs, Wyoming passed away on Thursday, July 9, 2015 at his home. He had been a life long resident of Rock Springs. He was born on March 30, 1951 in Rock Springs, Wyoming, the son of the late Tony M. Trujillo and Lucy Vigil Trujillo. Mr. Trujillo attended schools in Superior, Wyoming and Rock Springs, Wyoming. He also attended Western Wyoming Community College where he obtained a certification in Industrial Mechanics. He was employed for many years as a Maintainence Mechanic for Pacific Corp. His interests included fishing, hunting, camping,where he was the camp cook, gardening and rebuilding cars. He loved spending time with his grandchildren and family and friens. He was an avid chihuahua dog lover. Survivors include two sons Joseph R. Trujillo Sr. and wife Kamille of Randolph, Utah and William August Trujillo and wife Desiree of St. George, Utah; one daughter Wanda Maria Trujillo Dickey and husband Vernon of Rock Springs, Wyoming; nine grandchildren; five brothers Tony J. Trujillo and wife Lillian,Edward G. Trujillo and wife Penny, David P. Trujillo and Frank Trujillo all of Rock Springs, Wyoming and Robert A. Trujillo of Cheyenne, Wyoming; six sisters Marina I. Cox and husband Don of Rock Springs, Wyoming, Martha P. Gindt of Manetewoc, Wisconsin, Margaret A. Reed and husband James of Harrisburg Pennsylvania, Lucille D. Murphy of Rock Springs, Wyoming, Bertha Flanagan of Rock Springs, Wyoming and Bonnie Winner and husband Don of Rock Springs, Wyoming;several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by one son Charlie; his parents, nephew Tony Trujillo III, brother-in-law Don Murphy and faithful companion Winnie. Following cremation, memorial services will be conducted at 1:00 P.M. Monday, July 13, 2015 at the New Life Ministries, 105 “K” Street, Rock Springs, Wyoming. Friends may call at the church one hour prior to services. Condolences may be left at www.vasefuneralhomes.com --- SweetwaterNow.com, Jul 9, 2015 Nancy Hymas Nancy Hymas, 58, of Green River died Wednesday, July 8, 2015 at her home after a fierce battle against cancer. She was born July 4, 1957 in Syracuse, New York, the daughter of Alfred Taylor and Carol Stoddard Taylor. She married Corey D. Hymas January 16, 1980 in Green River. She was a member of the Green River Alliance Church in Green River. Her interests were her family, her grandchildren and outdoor recreation. Survivors include her husband Corey Hymas of Green River; son Levi Hymas of Rock Springs; daughters Jennifer Ebert of Green River, Torie Briegel of Lakewood, Colorado, and Heather McKinney of Rock Springs; brothers Alan Taylor of Rock Springs, and Mark Taylor of Green River; sisters Lynn Dean of Rock Springs, Sandy Page and Lori Koloff both of Green River; 8 grandchildren; numerous nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents Alfred and Carol Taylor. Funeral services will be held at 2:30 pm Monday, July 13, 2015 at the Green River Alliance Church, 2190 West Teton Blvd., Green River. Friends may call 2 to 2:30 pm at the church prior to the services. Interment will take place at the Riverview Cemetery, Green River. Condolences for family can be left at www.foxfh.com. --- Wyo4News.com, Jul 10, 2015 John B. Reese John B. Reese, 88, of Rock Springs died July 8, 2015 at the Mission at Castle Rock Convalescent Center in Green River. He was born December 27, 1926 in Madill, Oklahoma, the son of John Franklin Reese and Odiebell Phillips Reese. He married Martha Marie McGaugh. They were later divorced. He then married Linda Lou Henry. They were also later divorced. He worked in the oil field with many drilling companies for 40 years. He was a veteran having served in the US Navy during World War II. He was a member of the VFW and American Legion. His interests were watching football and the Dallas Cowboys and Oklahoma Sooners, watching Western Movies and TV shows, and spending time with his grandkids. Survivors include his sons John Reese Jr. and Micah Reese both of Rock Springs, Michael Rees of Turlock, California, and Stephen Reese of Denver, Colorado; daughter Pamela Susie Mitchell Reese of Denver; brothers Travis Reese of Madill and Jimmy Reese of Denver; numerous grandchildren, great-grandchildren; numerous nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his brother Gene Reese and sisters Irene Reese, Frankie Roberts, Dorothy Reese, and Mildred Grenawalt. Funeral services will be held at 1:00 pm Tuesday, July 14, 2015 at the United Pentecostal Church, 3716 Foothill Blvd., Rock Springs where friends may call one hour prior to the services at the church. Interment with military honors will take place in the Rock Springs Municipal Cemetery. --- SweetwaterNow.com, Jul 13, 2015 Mercy Garcia Mercy Garcia, 66, of Green River, Wyoming passed away on Sunday, July 12, 2015. A longtime resident of Green River, Wyoming, Mrs. Garcia passed away following a brief illness. She was born on June 13, 1949 in Green River, Wyoming, the daughter of Joe Mares and Katie Bernal. Mrs. Garcia attended schools in Green River, Wyoming and graduated from Green River High School. She married Gene Garcia in Evanston, Wyoming on August 11, 2000. Her interests included crochetting, dancing and spending time with family and friends. Survivors include her mother Katie Mares of Green River, Wyoming; husband Gene Garcia of Green River, Wyoming; one daughter Natalie Jones of Boulder, Colorado; three brothers Danny and Bruce Mares, both of Green River, Wyoming and Joe Mares of Cheyenne, Wyoming; three sisters Shirley Cordova and Beverly Holcomb, both of Green River, Wyoming and Tina Zimmel of Lake Havasu, Nevada. She was preceded in death by her father Joe Mares; one daughter Melanie Jones and two brothers, Alex and John Mares who died in infancy. A mass of Christian burial will be celebrated at 11:00 A.M., Friday, July 17, 2015 at the Immaculate Conception Catholic Church, 900 Hitching Post Drive in Green River, Wyoming. Reverend Denis D’Souza will officiate. Interment will be in the Riverview Cemetery in Green River. A Rosary will be recited at 10:30 A.M.,Friday at the church. Friends may call at the church Friday morning prior to services. Condolences may be left at www.vasefuneralhomes.com --- SweetwaterNow.com, Jul 13, 2015 Alan J. Reifel Alan J. Reifel, Beloved, 66, of Rock Springs died July 8, 2015 at his home after a lengthy illness. He was born February 15, 1949 in Southbend, Indiana, the son of Joseph Reifel and Doris Jean Troubaugh Reifel. He graduated from Bishop Dwenger High School in Fort Wayne, Indiana and received his degree from Indiana University, Bloomington, Indiana. He retired from Sweetwater County School District #1 in 2011 after teaching 6th grade for 32 years. His interests were playing Bridge and league Pool, hunting and fishing. He served in the Army National Guard during the Vietnam War. Survivors include his wife Nola Reifel; children Beth and Diego Bow, AnnMarie and Wesley Wright, Trent Reifel, Jay and Jennifer Tabor, Shane Tabor and Joshua Tabor; grandchildren Brice Pinson, Alexis Pinson, Sean Pinson, Walter “Big” Pinson, Aalayna Bow, Nadyah Bow, Deigo “Jr.” Bow, Alliana Bow, Dominic Tabor, Nola Tabor, Xzavier Tabor, Zachery Tabor; parents Joe and Doris Reifel; sisters Rene Reifel and Barb Moeller; brother Jim Reifel; nephew Christopher Moeller. Cremation has taken place at Fox Crematory, Rock Springs. Memorial services will be held at 1:00 p.m. Saturday, July 18, 2015 at the Old American Legion Building, 536 Broadway, Rock Springs. Condolences for family can be left at www.foxfh.com. --- SweetwaterNow.com, Jul 16, 2015 Roger Pulley Roger Pulley, 82, of Rock Springs, Wyoming passed away on Tuesday, July 14, 2015 at his home. A lifelong resident of Rock Springs, Wyoming and former resident of Green River, Wyoming, Mr. Pulley passed away following a brief illness. He was born on February 15, 1933 in Farson, Wyoming, the son of the late Earl Russell Pulley and Amelia Darling. Mr. Pulley attended schools in Farson, Wyoming. He married Barbara Lee Vigil in Rock Springs, Wyoming on September 7, 1974. Mr. Pulley worked for Husky Truck Stop for over twenty years as a station manager; FMC Corporation as a heavy equipment operator and Lewis and Lewis Construction as a heavy equipment operator until his retirement in 1998. His interests included hunting, fishing, camping, horses and was just an avid animal lover of all kinds. He also enjoyed spending time with his grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Survivors include his wife Barbara Lee Pulley of Rock Springs, Wyoming; one son Dale Wayne Pulley and wife Gale of Rock Springs, Wyoming; one daughter Kathleen Faye Perrenoud and husband Robert of Vernal, Utah; one brother John Pulley and wife Jane of Klamath Falls, Oregon; two sister-in-laws Irene Pulley of Pinedale, Wyoming and Diane “Richard” Endres of Rock Springs, Wyoming; seven grandchildren, Paul Marcus Gonzalez and wife Erin, Adam Gonzalez and wife Angie, Petra Gonzalez and partner Heather, Ryan Pulley, Emily Hamilton and husband David, Ginger and Lindsey Pulley; eight great-grandchildren; Emma Rose Gonzalez, Hunter Gonzalez, Walker Gonzalez, Addison Gonzalez, Alexandria Hamilton, Cloe, Stormy and Tristan and several nephews and nieces. He was preceded in death by his parents ; one son Roger Russell Pulley; one daughter Margie who died in infancy; three brothers Clarence, Tom and Dick and one sister Nancy. Following cremation a Celebration of Life will be conducted at 11:00 A.M., Tuesday, July 21, 2015 at the Rock Springs Worship Center, 3317 Dewar Drive in Rock Springs, Wyoming. Friends may call one hour prior to services. The family of Roger Pulley respectfully request that donations be made in his memory to Cowboys Against Cancer, P.O. Box 103, Green River, Wyoming 82935 Condolences can be left at www.vasefuneralhomes.com --- SweetwaterNow.com, Jul 16, 2015 Kenneth Lee Rodgers Kenneth Lee Rodgers, 35, of Rock Springs, Wyoming passed away on Saturday, July 11, 2015 at the Memorial Hospital of Sweetwater County . He was born on March 28, 1980 in Williston, North Dakota, the son of David Gerg and Iris Killinger. He attended schools in Casper, Green River and Rock Springs, Wyoming. He graduated from Roosevelt High School with the Class of 1998. He married the love of his life Katie Lacquement in Green River, Wyoming on March 21, 2008. Mr. Rodgers worked as a pipefitter for twelve years. His interests included fishing, hunting, guns, singing, being in the outdoors with his family and two Huskies, Mischa and Luka and playing the guitar. Survivors include his parents David Gerg of New Mexico and mother Iris Killinger of Green River, Wyoming; wife Katie Rodgers of Rock Springs, Wyoming; one son Caleb Rodgers of Rock Springs, Wyoming; one daughter Marissa Rodgers of Rock Springs, Wyoming; two sisters Tara Brodersen and fiance James Hyatt of Rock Springs, Wyoming and Erika Short and husband Luke of Rock Springs, Wyoming; nephews Jastin Short, Preston Short, Jeffrey Hyatt and Hudson Brodersen-Hyatt and nieces Jade, Teal and Holly Haselhuhn and Katie Hyatt; mother-in-law Mary Hyer of Green River, Wyoming and one sister-in-law Jennifer Hardman and husband Jerry of Rock Springs, Wyoming. He was preceded in death by his maternal grandparents Ruel and Veda Triplett.; one Uncle Basil Triplett and one Aunt Priscilla Graham. A Celebration of Life will be held at 7:00 P.M. on Monday July 20, 2015 at the Fraternal Order of the Eagles #2350, 88 North 2nd East, Green River, Wyoming. Condolences may be left at www.vasefuneralhomes.com --- Wyo4News.com, Jul 16, 2015 Maxine Emma Travis Maxine Emma Travis, 97, of Green River, Wyoming passsed away on Wednesday, July 15, 2015 at Sage View Care Center in Rock Springs, Wyoming. A longtime resident of Green River, Wyoming Mrs. Travis passed away following a lengthy illness. She was born on May 24, 1918 in Sterling, Colorado, the daughter of the late Earl King and Lucy Wade. Mrs. Travis attended schools in Green River, Wyoming and graduated from the Green River High School with the Class of 1932. She married James Travis in Coalville, Utah in December of 1938 and he preceded her in death in Green River, Wyoming in 1999. Mrs. Travis worked for State Bank of Green River for thirty years as a teller until her retirement in 1995. She was a member of the We Moderns Bridge Club. Survivors include one son James E. Travis and wife Linda of Green River, Wyoming; one daughter Judy Pistono of Green River, Wyoming; six grandchildren and six great-grandchildren; three great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents, husband, brother Ernest King and son-in-law Richard Pistono, and one sister Marguerite White. Private Family Services will be conducted. Condolences may be left at www.vasefuneralhomes.com --- Wyo4News.com, Jul 16 2015 Robert “Bobby” “Peanuts” Trujillo, Jr. Robert “Bobby” “Peanuts” Trujillo, Jr., 50, of Rock Springs, passed away July 15, after battling Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS). It was the fight of his lifetime but he went out a champion. Bobby was born August 17, 1964 in Rock Springs, to Robert Trujillo and Alice (Martinez) Ussery. He moved to Tucson, Arizona, Cheyenne, Farmington, New Mexico and later back to Rock Springs. He married Kathy Sanchez April 28, 1984, later divorced. They reconnected and had a wonderful friendship. Bobby was very family oriented. His interests include boxing and working out. He was a boxer all of his life turning pro at 40. He was the first to “shoot hoops” with his sons, brother, cousins, nieces and nephews. He is survived by his parents, Robert A. Trujillo, Sr. of Cheyenne and Alice (Johnny) Ussery of Folsom, California; daughter, Melissa Trujillo (Kelly Wilkinson); grandchildren, Joe and Stormy, whom he adored; sons, Robert Trujillo III (Rainey) and Matthew Trujillo (Kindra), all of Rock Springs; sister, Cindy Larsen (Mervin) of Minot, North Dakota; brother, Vince Trujillo (Delia); sisters, Becky Trujillo (Rodney Battle); Colleen Montoya (Ray), Colet Richardson (David), all of Cheyenne and numerous aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces, and nephews in the Trujillo and Martinez families. Bobby was preceded in death by stepmother, Lupe Trujillo; grandparents, Tony and Lucy Trujillo, Sr. and Tomas and Claudina Martinez and multiple other family members. Cremation has taken place under the direction of Wiederspahn-Radomsky Chapel. A celebration of life will take place at a later date. --- SweetwaterNow.com, Jul 17, 2015 Don Edward Haddock Don Edward Haddock, 73, of Marbleton, Wyoming passed away on Thursday, July 16, 2015 at the Memorial Hospital of Sweetwater County in Rock Springs. A resident of Marbleton for the past year and former longtime resident of Montpelier, Idaho and Rock Springs, Wyoming, Mr. Haddock passed away following a lengthy illness. He was born on August 21, 1941 in Blackfoot, Idaho, the son of Edward and Edith Haddock. Mr. Haddock attended schools in Montpelier, Idaho and graduated from high school with the Class of 1961. He was the owner and operator of Mr. Al’s in Rock Springs for over thirty years. His interests included fishing, riding and owning horses. He loved to cook and spend time with his family. Survivors include his mother Edith Haddock of Montpelier, Idaho; four children; two brothers; three sisters; two grandchildren and many nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his father. Cremation has taken place and private family services will be held at a later date. Condolences may be left at www.vasefuneralhomes.com --- Wyo4News.com, Jul 17, 2015 Rebekah Wright Rebekah Louise Wright was born on Tuesday Jan. 31, 1984 in Newport Beach, Calif. Her parents are Stephen and Louise. She entered the world letting everyone know how she felt about leaving her warm dark home. Her sister Jennifer was very taken with her and thought she was her baby doll. Her sister Elisabeth also thought she was a lot of fun, as well as a pain at times. Very bossy. Fortunately she survived all the loving. Rebekah loved animals from a very young age. Her first dog was Ginger an Irish setter. Her first cat was Booties. She loved her kitty very much. Over the years many pets would come and go out of our lives. Each time we lost one it was very hard on Rebekah. She started caring for animals as a young child. She found a blue jay that was badly injured and did everything she could to save it. She was heartbroken when he didn’t survive. We ended up starting a little cemetery on the side of the house for all her little creature friends that passed away. She was very blond and blue eyed and very opinionated. She had a smile that touched your heart. She loved to swim in her Grandmothers pool, played basketball, and played the bass clarinet. She was very intelligent. She loved the Lord and studied His word. She listened to a Radio program every night on the internet and would counsel people who called in. She would search the scriptures to find just the right verses for them. After school she went on to Bel Ray Institute in Denver. Though it was very intense she loved it and excelled in her classes. One summer she went with the school and did and internship in Mexico. They spent two weeks spaying and nurturing village dogs and giving vaccinations. She talked about that trip for several years. When she graduated with her Associates of Science in Veterinarian Technology she moved back to California. A few months into the job she had an accident at work and injured her knee. After several months she had to have surgery. Due to the injury she was unable to go back to work. Losing her job was very hard for her. She wasn’t sure what to do with her life. After much prayer the Lord just opened the door for her to start her own business. She started out pet sitting for people when they went on vacation, and then taught herself how to do dog grooming. Later she was able to get a job at Petsmart where she was trained to be a dog trainer. That started her life passion. She worked there several years and one winter day when walking into the store slipped and fell. That ended her career again. But she went on to grow her business now including dog training. She studied hard via books, videos, and dog trainers conventions. She eventually developed her own program. It grew from just a few clients to many across the country. She started a program where she trained owners how to self-train. She would skype with clients and spend hrs on the phone training them how to train their dogs. She also produced many youtube videos using her own dogs as examples. As her health started to deteriorate she started researching how to train Service Dogs. Her first dog was Roxy. Roxy was a beautiful beagle who was her baby for 8 years. After Roxy came Cali. She started working with her from day 1. Cali rarely left her side. Later she taught Cali to alert to her low blood sugar. When she started having fainting episodes she realized she needed a dog that could help her with mobility assistance. Enter Kenzie, an adorable ball of yellow fur. Cali wasn’t too sure about this new addition but soon became a mother figure to her and would put her in her place when warranted. Rebekah started training Kenzie from the first day she arrived home. Kenzie also became her constant companion. Kenzie and Cali were quite a team. One would stay with Rebekah when she passed out and the other would come get help. Rebekah was very close to her family. She loved her nephews and enjoyed the times she spent with them. In July 2014 she moved to Rock Springs WY to live with her parents. She didn’t feel she could live alone any longer. On Fri. June 5, 2015 coming home from a friend’s home she had a horrific accident. For the next five weeks she did try hard to come through all the broken bones and other injuries, but it wasn’t meant to be. On Thursday July 9, 2015 her beloved Kenzie came to visit. She spent about an hour with her and at one point Kenzie even climbed up on her bed and snuggled with her. Later when Louise was talking on the phone to Rebekah’s best friend it was if Rebekah heard the conversation and knew her friend would be ok, she had her mom now. With that Rebekah took her last breath. Over the last month the family has come to see what an impact Rebekah’s life had on so many people. She touched lives all over this world. Though her health kept her from getting out a lot she became an internet missionary touching lives all over the world! She will be forever missed and loved! A celebration of life will be held on Sunday July 19th at the Young at Heart Senior Center at 2:00 p.m. A service will be held for her in Colorado Springs on July 23rd. Cards may be sent to 605 C St, Rock Springs, WY 82901. --- SweetwaterNow.com, Jul 20, 2015 Michael “Mickey” Ben Cox Michael “Mickey” Ben Cox, 63 of Rock Springs died unexpectedly at his home Friday July 17, 2015. He was born March 5, 1952 in Rock Springs, the son of Eugene Cox and Mary Ellen White-Larson Cox. He attended schools in Rock Springs and graduated from the Rock Springs High School with the class of 1970. He worked as a journeyman electrician retiring April 2013. He was a member of the Son’s Of The American Legion. He was also a member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. His interests were cooking and was an avid hunter and fisherman. Survivors include his parents Eugene and Mary Ellen Cox of Rock Springs; sons B.J. Cox and wife Beverly, Dillon Cox and wife Amy, all of Rock Springs; brother Bobby Cox of Rock Springs; grandchildren Calie, Lindsey , Daylin, Ian, AJ and wife Chloe Mueller; great-grandchildren Dawson and Macy Mueller. He was preceded in death by his brother Mark Cox. Cremation has taken place at Fox Crematory, Rock Springs. Memorial Services will be held at 2:00 p.m Thursday, July 23, 2015 at the Old American Legion Building, 536 Broadway, Rock Springs. Condolences for family can be left at www.foxfh.com --- SweetwaterNow.com, Jul 20, 2015 Patrick A. Porter Patrick A. Porter, 71, of Green River, Wyoming passed away on Sunday, July 19, 2015 at his home. A longtime resident of Green River, Wyoming and former resident of Superior, Wyoming, Mr. Porter passed away following a brief illness. He was born on December 31, 1943 in Rock Springs, Wyoming, the son of the late Harry Kimball Porter, Sr. and Ella Otillia Kampman. Mr. Porter attended schools in Superior, Wyoming and graduated from Superior High School with the Class of 1962. He married Theda A. “Sue” Walker in Riverton, Wyoming on April 8, 1996. Mr. Porter worked as an underground machine operator for TaTa Chemicals until his retirement in 2001. Pat loved visits and phone calls from his family members. He enjoyed fishing, hunting, Nascar, working in his yard and spending time with family and friends. Survivors include wife Theda “Sue” Porter of Green River, Wyoming; two sons Greg Porter and wife Jeni of Sterling, Colorado and Chad Porter of Riverton, Wyoming; one daughter Wendy Treat and husband Terry of Cheyenne, Wyoming; two step-sons Joe McTee and wife Linda of Aurora, Colorado and John McTee and wife Rebecca of West Valley, Utah; three brothers Harry Porter and wife Perline of Layton, Utah, Dave Porter and wife Patti of Larkspur, Colorado and Jim Thomas and wife Dubie of Quinlan, Texas; three sisters Sue Zueck and husband Frank of Morgan, Utah, Lu Robison and husband Skip of Ft. Bridger, Wyoming and Linda Phillips and husband Jim of Layton, Utah; fourteen grandchildren and fourteen great-grandchildren and several nephews and nieces. He was preceded in death by his parents; one sister Rebecca Wood and one step-son Michael McTee. Following cremation, memorial services will be conducted at 11:00 A.M. Friday, July 24, 2015 at the Vase Funeral Chapel, 154 Elk Street, Rock Springs, Wyoming. Friends may call at the Vase Chapel on Friday, one hour prior to services. Condolences may be left at www.vasefuneralhomes.com --- SweetwaterNow.com, Jul 21, 2015 Frank Trujillo Frank Trujillo, a lifelong resident of Sweetwater County, passed away on the afternoon of Sunday July 19th, 2015 at University Hospital from a recent illness. He was born September 8, 1955. He attended schools in Green River, Rock Springs and Superior. He made his living as a heavy equipment operator for contract companies around the area. He lived with his three daughters, Katie, Emmy & Jenni Trujillo at the time of his passing. His interests included hunting, fishing, smooth talking the ladies and spending time with friends and family, especially his grandchildren and daughters. He was the son of the late Tony M. Trujillo and Lucy Vigil Trujillo. Survivors include his daughters, grandchildren, four brothers Tony J. Trujillo and wife Lillian, Edward G. Trujillo and wife Penny and David P. Trujillo all of Rock Springs, Wyoming and Robert A. Trujillo of Cheyenne, Wyoming; six sisters Marina I. Cox and husband Don of Rock Springs, Wyoming, Martha P. Gindt of Manetewoc, Wisconsin, Margaret A. Reed and husband James of Harrisburg Pennsylvania, Lucille D. Murphy of Rock Springs, Wyoming, Bertha Flanagan of Rock Springs, Wyoming and Bonnie Winner and husband Don of Rock Springs, Wyoming; several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents Tony and Lucy, brother William August “Willie” Trujillo, nephews Tony Trujillo III and Robert “Bobby” “Peanuts” Trujillo and brother-in-law Don Murphy. A memorial will be set at a later date after cremation. --- SweetwaterNow.com, Jul 21, 2015 Joe Garnica Joe Garnica, 24, of Rock Springs, Wyoming passed away on Saturday, July 18, 2015. He was born on June 29, 1991 in Denver, Colorado, the son of Joe Garnica and Roberta Miera Garnica. Mr. Garnica attended schools in Rock Springs, Wyoming and was a 2009 graduate of Independence High School. His interests included fishing, music, drawing, dancing and building a go-cart. He loved repairing bicycles for his nephews. Survivors include his father Joe Garnica of Rock Springs, Wyoming and his mother Roberta Garnica of Laramie, Wyoming; two brothers Justin Mullins and Jimmy Mullins both of Rock Springs, Wyoming; four sisters Cellia Miera, Frieda Garnica, Patricia Estrada and Tina Garnica all of Rock Springs, Wyoming; his maternal grandparents Roger and Orcellia Stamper of Rock Springs, Wyoming; several aunts, uncles and cousins. He was preceded in death by his paternal grandparents Joe Garnica and Maria Reyes. Funeral Services will be conducted at 11:00 A.M. Monday, July 27, 2015 at the Rock Springs Worship Center, 3317 Dewar Drive, Rock Springs, Wyoming. Condolences may be left at www.vasefuneralhomes.com --- SweetwaterNow.com, Jul 22, 2015 Grover Cleveland “Cleve” Martin Grover Cleveland “Cleve” Martin, 75, of 330 Liberty Street, Rock Springs, Wyoming died on Monday, July 20, 2015 at the Memorial Hospital of Sweetwater County following a brief illness. He was life long resident of Rock Springs, Wyoming. He was born on April 11, 1940 in Rock Springs, Wyoming, the son of LaFayette and Fairyl Martin. Mr. Martin attended school in Rock Springs, Wyoming and Casper, Woming. He was in the United States (USAR) and served in the Vietnam War. Mr. Martin owned and operated several businesses throughout his life time and later in life he became the head of maintainance for the Sweetwater County Sheriff’s Department. As well as served as the pastor of Shiloh Full Gospel Fellowship in Rock Springs He married Brenda Woodard on May 3, 1972 in Rock Springs, Wyoming. His interests included hunting, fishing, camping and spending time with his family especially his grandchildren. He loved to share his faith with people. Survivors include his wife Brenda Martin of Rock Springs; three daughters Darcey Saner of Denver, Colorado, Tracy Martin of Pacatello, Idaho and Kaycee Larson and husband Shannon of Rock Springs, Wyoming; one brother Claude Martin of Casper, Wyoming; one sister Chandos L. Martin of Casper, Wyoming; four grandchildren C.J. Martin, Cody Larson, Bo Larson all of Rock Springs, Wyoming, Cache Zaffree of Denver, Colorado. He was preceded in death by his parents LaFayette and Fairyl Martin; a brother Clyde Martin who died in infancy; and a sister and brother-in-law Pansy Prough and husband Dr. Gene Prough. Following cremation, graveside services and inurnment will be conducted first at 1:00 P.M. Thursday at the Rock Springs Municipal Cemetery in Rock Springs, Wyoming. Then memorial service will be conducted at 2:00 P.M. Thursday, July 23, 2015 at the Vase Funeral Chapel, 154 Elk Street, Rock Springs, Wyoming. Condolences may be left at www.vasefuneralhomes.com --- SweetwaterNow.com, Jul 22, 2015 Emma Rose Besso Emma Rose Besso, 97, of Rock Springs, Wyoming passed away on Wednesday, July 22, 2015 at the Memorial Hospital of Sweetwater County. A life long resident of Rock Springs, Wyoming, Mrs. Besso died following a lengthy illness. She was born on May 4, 1918 in Rock Springs, Wyoming, the daughter of the late Frank and Domenica Yori. Mrs. Besso attended schools in Rock Springs, and was a 1936 graduate of the Rock Springs High School. She married James Besso in Manila, Utah on January 31, 1940 and he preceded her in death on May 31, 1967. Mrs. Besso was a member of Holy Spirit Catholic Community. Survivors include two sons Martin J. Besso and wife Barbara and John Besso all of Rock Springs, Wyoming; grandchildren Dawn Lee Besso, Margie Allen and husband Keith, Andrea Besso, Jerry Snyder, Willie Warren and wife Jennifer, and Kelly Pfiefle and husband Ron; nine great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents; husband; daughter and son in law Teresa and Ken Warren. Funeral Services will be conducted at 2:00 P.M. Friday, July 24, 2015 at the Vase Funeral Home, 154 Elk Street, Rock Springs, Wyoming. Interment will be in the Rock Springs Municipal Cemetery. Friends may call one hour prior to services. Condolences may be left at www.vasefuneralhomes.com --- SweetwaterNow.com, Jul 23, 2015 Felecia Hatt Felicia Hatt, 88, of Rock Springs, Wyoming passed away on Tuesday, July 21, 2015 at her home. A long time resident of Rock Springs, Mrs. Hatt passed away following a lengthy illness. She was born on October 12, 1926 in Quealy, Wyoming, the daughter of the late Edward and Juana Barayazarra Aguirre. Mrs. Hatt attended schools in Quealy and Rock Springs and was a 1945 graduate of the Rock Springs High School. She married Angus “Buddy” Hatt on October 6, 1946 and he preceded her in death May 7, 2002. Upon graduation, Mrs. Hatt was employed by the North Side State Bank as a bookkeeper until her marriage. She spent the next twenty-one years working for the Pontiac-Buick-GMC dealership in Rock Springs. After that she returned to the North Side State Bank until her retirement in 1989. She was a member of Woman’s Club of Rock Springs; Young At Heart Senior Citizens and the Basque Club. Her interests were gardening, reading, crocheting, knitting ceramics and being involved with community service projects. Survivors include one daughter Linda Ribovich of Rock Springs, Wyoming; one granddaughter Jennifer Slatcher and husband Shawn of Phoenix, Arizona; several nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents; husband Buddy; grandson Brian Ribovich; two sisters Mary Naugle and Julia Lavake and four brothers William Aguirre, John Aguirre, Edward Aguirre and Joe Aguire; son-in-law John Ribovich. Graveside services and Interment will be conducted at 11:00 A.M. Tuesday, July 28, 2015 at Rest Haven Memorial Gardens. Condolences may be left at www.vasefuneralhomes.com --- Rock Springs Daily Rocket-Miner, Jul 26, 2015 CLAUDETTE KAY “SUE” CAUDELL Funeral services for Claudette Kay "Sue" Caudell were Monday, July 20, 2015, at the Saints Cyril and Methodius Catholic Church in Rock Springs. Father Emilio Cabrerra officiated. Mrs. Caudell, 69, of Rock Springs died Sunday, July 12, 2015, at her home. A longtime resident of Rock Springs, Mrs. Caudell died suddenly. She was born April 4, 1946, in Wallace, Idaho, the daughter of Douglas W. Smith and Jean Hise. She attended schools in Kemmerer and graduated from Kemmerer High School with the Class of 1964. She married Delbert Alan Caudell on March 12, 1964, in Kemmerer. He preceded her in death Dec. 27, 1993. Mrs. Caudell and her husband owned and operated Flaming Gorge Sheetmetal. Over the past few years she had worked for the Rock Springs Chamber of Commerce as a bookkeeper and was on the board of directors for CHC. Her survivors include son, Ken Caudell and wife, Renee, of Rock Springs; two daughters, Caroline Weskamp and husband, Ken, of Rock Springs and Christy Keller of Denver, Colorado; two brothers, Robert "Butch" Smith of Tucson, Arizona, and Lonnie "Pete" Smith and wife, Char, of Kemmerer; sister, Linda Hahn of Layton, Utah; 11 grandchildren; 13 great-grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents, Doug and Jean Smith; and husband, Alan Caudell. --- SweetwaterNow.com, Jul 28, 2015 Venice Little WAMSUTTER — Venice Little passed away unexpectedly in Mulberry Kansas July 21st, 2015. She was born September 15th, 1962. She recently was a business owner, in the past waitress, truck driver, CNA, secretary and ran other businesses. She was a resident of Wamsutter for over 30 years. Venice enjoyed family friends, camping, fishing, music, crafts, playing cards, dancing, and her grandbabies Survivors include Husband Don Little, of Wamsutter, Daughter Samantha Little, grandkids Joanna and Alexis of Rock Springs WY. Father James Long of MO, Sisters, Dianna (Hippie) Coates of Kansas, Debbie Klein of Kansas, Cindy (Eddie) Bazal of Mo, and Brother William Dean ( Lisa) Long of Kansas. Nephews and nieces. She was preceded in Death by her Mother Jo Ann Long. She was a very loving person and will be missed dearly. A later service may be held in Wamsutter, Wy. --- SweetwaterNow.com, Jul 28, 2015 Gloria Ann Kaeding EVANSTON — Gloria Ann Kaeding, 59, of Evanston, Wyoming passed away on Saturday, July 25, 2015. A longtime resident of Evanston, Wyoming and former resident of Rock Springs, Wyoming, Mrs. Kaeding passed away following a brief illness. She was born on September 9, 1955 in Rock Springs, Wyoming, the daughter of the late Ralph Aniceto Archuleta and Mabel Elizabeth Carroll Archuleta.Mrs. Kaeding attended schools in Rock Springs, Wyoming and graduated from Rock Springs High School with the Class of 1972. She married Frank Kaeding in Rock Springs, Wyoming on May 13, 1989. Her interests included watching Nascar, camping, crossword puzzles, gardening and spending time with her family.Survivors include her husband Frank Kaeding of Evanston, Wyoming; two sons Troy Archuleta and wife DeeAnna of Rock Springs, Wyoming and Travis Kaeding and wife Lindsey of South Jordan, Utah; two daughters Tonia Gailey of Green River, Wyoming and Tiffany Kaeding of Evanston, Wyoming; three brothers Michael Archuleta of Lumberton, New Jersey, Ralph Archuleta and wife Lucy of Santa Barbara, California and Robert Archuleta and wife Deborah of Sandy, Utah; five grandchildren, Jordan Brooks of Rock Springs, Wyoming, Kaden and Keegan Gailey of Green River, Wyoming and Emily and Cameron Kaeding of South Jordan, Utah and several aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces and nephews.She was preceded in death by her parents; four sisters Carolyn Geer, Katheryn Chabre, Louise Blakeslee and Lori Rose Archuleta and father-in-law Rudy Kaeding. A mass of Christian burial will be conducted at 10:00 A.M. Friday, July 31, 2015 at the Saints Cyril & Methodius Catholic Church, 633 Bridger Avenue, Rock Springs, Wyoming. A vigil service will be conducted at 5:00 P.M. Thursday, at the Vase Funeral Chapel, 154 Elk Street, Rock Springs, Wyoming. Interment will be in the Rock Springs Municipal Cemetery. Friends may call at the Vase Chapel from 4:00 P.M. on Thursday until time of vigil services and again Friday morning at the Vase Chapel until time of funeral services. Pallbearers:Ben Chabre, Ryan Chabre, Joe Fernandez, Darren Fiedor, Peter Hitt, Jason Parker Condolences may be left at www.vasefuneralhomes.com --- SweetwaterNow.com, Jul 28, 2015 Kevin Michael Knezovich Kevin Michael Knezovich, 23, of Rock Springs, Wyoming passed away on Saturday, July 25, 2015. He had been a life time resident of Rock Springs, Wyoming. He was born on April 19, 1992 in Rock Springs, Wyoming, the son of Anthony Mark Knezovich, Jr. and Linda Woolen Knezovich. His interests included hunting, camping and playing guitar. Survivors include his parents Anthony Mark Knezovich, Jr. and Linda Woolen Knezovich of Rock Springs, Wyoming; one daughter Echo Jane Knezovich of New Mexico; one brother Christian Knezovich of Rock Springs, Wyoming; two half brothers Tony Knezovich and wife Chantel of Green River, Wyoming and Justin Knezovich of Rock Springs, Wyoming; one sister Brianna “Breezy” Turner and husband Michael of Rock Springs, Wyoming; his maternal grandmother Olga Knezovich of Rock Springs, Wyoming;former fiance’ Angel Barr of New Mexico; several aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his paternal grandfather Tony Knezovich and maternal grandparents Loyall Woolen and Patricia Pratt. Following cremation, a mass of Christian burial will be celebrated at 1:00 P.M. Thursday, July 30, 2015 at Our Lady of Sorrows Catholic Church, 116 Broadway, Rock Springs, Wyoming. Friends may call at the church on Thursday, one hour prior to services. Condolences may be left at www.vasefuneralhomes.com --- Wyo4News.com, Jul 31, 2015 Chester Richard Kizzire Chester Richard Kizzire, 94, of Green River, Wyoming passed away on Thursday, July 30, 2015 at the Memorial Hospital of Sweetwater County. He was a long time resident of Green River, Wyoming and former long time resident of Cheyenne, Wyoming. He was born on May 26, 1921 in Northport, Nebraska, the son of the late Charles and Hilda Kizzire. Mr. Kizzire attended and graduated from the Granger High School in Granger, Wyoming. He was a United States Army Veteran of World War II. Mr. Kizzire married the former Margaret “Peggy” Seyfang on November 16, 1947 in Green River, Wyoming. They had been married 67 years. He was employed by the Union Pacific Railroad as a water service foreman. Mr. Kizzire was a member of Emmanuel Lutheran Church in Green River, Wyoming. His interests were his children and grandchildren and being a Green Bay Packers fan. Survivors include his wife Peggy Kizzire of Green River, Wyoming; two sons Steven R. Kizzire and wife Connie and Ronald C. Kizzire and wife Robin all of Green River, Wyoming; three daughters Susan R. Remus and husband Ted and Glenda L. Edgmon and husband Marvin all of Green River, Wyoming and Lori A. Kizzire of Rock Springs, Wyoming; one brother Carroll Kizzire of Green River, Wyoming; two sisters Louise Schaffner of Brigham City, Utah and Betty Sims of Aurora, Colorado; ten grandchildren Joe Kizzire, Kelley Brown, Kacey Kight, Cathy Saul, Christy Remus, Nikki Conner, Michael Edgmon, Chase Cochrun, Chelsy Kizzire, Chanelle Anglesey; ten great grandchildren; several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents; one brother Cliff Kizzire, one sister Charlene Wilson. The family of Chester Kizzire respectfully suggests that donations in his memory be made to Emmanuel Evangelical Lutheran Church, 901 Trona Drive, Green River, Wyoming. Cremation will take place and graveside services will be announced at a later date. --- Rock Springs Daily Rocket-Miner, Aug 2, 2015 BEVERLY R. TERRY ROY, Utah -- Funeral services for Beverly R. Terry were at the Latter-day Saints Chapel in Green River. Interment was at the Riverview Cemetery in Green River. Mrs. Terry, 89, died Saturday, July 18, 2015, surrounded by her family in Roy, Utah. She was born Nov, 29, 1925. On Nov. 2, 1945, she married Clair R. Terry in McKinnon. Their marriage was later solemnized in the Salt Lake City Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints Temple. Her husband preceded her in death Feb. 16, 2015. Mrs. Terry is survived by her daughters, Toni and husband, J.A. Faddis, Raelene and husband, David Jones, Lynelle and husband, Don Goff, Cindy and husband, Joe Henderson; one son, Rick Terry and wife, Julie; 20 grandchildren; and 33 great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by one grandson, Shawn Clair Terry. She enjoyed spending time with her children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren. She enjoyed sewing, quilting, playing the piano, camping, boating, gardening, square dancing and spending time at their cabin. She and her husband served a mission for the LDS church in Florida. --- SweetwaterNow.com, Aug 3, 2015 Evelyn M. Bertagnolli Evelyn M. Bertagnolli, 83, of Rock Springs, passed away on Friday, July 31, 2015. A lifetime resident of Rock Springs, Wyoming, Mrs. Bertagnolli died following a lengthy illness. She was born on January 26, 1932 in Superior, Wyoming, the daughter of the late Robert and Erminia Zuech Canestrini. Mrs. Bertagnolli moved from Superior to Rock Springs in 1943 when her parents purchased the Empire Hotel. Mrs. Bertagnolli attended schools in Superior and Rock Springs and was a 1950 graduate of the Rock Springs High School. She also attended business school in Denver, Colorado. Mrs. Bertagnolli was then employed as a bookkeeper for the Union Mercantile from 1951 until 1954. She married Paul I. Bertagnolli at the Our Lady of Sorrows Catholic Church on January 23, 1955, and he preceded her in death on August 23, 1999. During her lifetime, she was a member and officer of The Wyoming Woolgrowers Association and an Apostle of Goodwill delivering cookies to members of the community. She was an active member of the Holy Spirit Catholic Community, the Tyrolean Trentini, and various bridge clubs. Her interests included reading, working crossword puzzles, playing bridge, and most importantly her children, grandchildren and family. Survivors include one son, Paul A. Bertagnolli of Houston, Texas; one daughter, Janelle Parton and husband Robert D. Parton of Rock Springs, Wyoming; two grandchildren, Christopher Parton and wife Kathryn of Cheyenne, Wyoming, and Carolyn Parton who is attending Pharmacy School at the University of Wyoming; two nephews, Verne Johnson and Eric Johnson; and several cousins. She was preceded in death by her parents, Robert and Erminia Canestrini; her husband, Paul I. Bertagnolli; sister Anna Johnson and husband William L. Johnson; infant sister Mary Canestrini; brother-in-law and sister-in-law Alex and Flora Bertagnolli. Following cremation, a vigil service with rosary will be recited at 6:00 P.M. Thursday, August 6, 2015 at the Vase Funeral Chapel, 154 Elk Street, Rock Springs, Wyoming. Graveside services and internment will be conducted at 10:00 A.M. Friday in the Rock Springs Municipal Cemetery. Friends may call at the Vase Chapel one-hour prior to the vigil service. The family of Evelyn M. Bertagnolli respectfully requests that donations in her memory be made to the Young At Heart Senior Citizen’s Center 2400 Reagan, Rock Springs, Wyoming or the Charity of Your Choice. Condolences may be left at www.vasefuneralhomes.com. --- SweetwaterNow.com, Aug 3, 2014 Stacey Ann McPherson Stacey Ann McPherson, 44, of Green River died Saturday, August 1, from injuries sustained in a motorcycle accident. She was born on January 19, 1971 in Casper Wyoming, the daughter of Earl Gene McPherson and Joyce Ann Hornecker McPherson. McPherson attended school at Star Valley High School, Afton, Wyoming. She worked for Flaming Gorge Harley Davidson for the last 2 years. Her interests were motorcycles, camping, hunting, boating, reading and crafting. Survivors include her parents Gene and Joyce McPherson of Salome, Arizona; son Tyler McDermott and wife Kate Erickson of Salina, Kansas; daughter Brittany Brown of Casper; brothers Ed McPherson of Green River, Rich Ruckle and wife Kim of Tooele, Utah; nieces Bree, Mitzie, Heather, Amber, Sarah, and Emma; 2 grandsons; 5 great-nephews; 3 great-nieces; and numerous aunts, uncles and cousins. Cremation has taken place at Fox Crematory, Rock Springs. Memorial services will be held at 1:00 p.m. Monday, August 10, 2015 at Fox Funeral Home, 2800 Commercial Way, Rock Springs. In lieu of flowers, the family request that donations be made to Down and Injured Riders Trust of Sweetwater County, Wyoming (D.I.R.T.) via Flaming Gorge Harley-Davidson. Condolences for the family can be left at www.foxfh.com --- SweetwaterNow.com, Aug 4, 2015 Linda Pearl McCoy Linda Pearl McCoy, 73, a lifelong resident of Rock Springs died Monday, August 3, 2015 in Bountiful, Utah. She was born May 4, 1943 in Colridge, Nebraska, the daughter of Miles Wilson Phillips and Dollie Rose Phillips. Her interests were crocheting and spending time with family, friends and grandchildren. Survivors include son Jeffrey McCoy of Rock Springs; daughter Kimberly Brunner of Rock Springs; brother Tom Philips of Colorado Springs, Colorado; sister Ludy Phillips of Baycliff, Texas; 6 grandchildren and 14 great-grandchildren; 8 nieces and 4 nephews. She was preceded in death by children Kim and son Jeff. Cremation has taken place. Memorial services will be held at 11:00 a.m Saturday, August 8, 2015 at Fox Funeral Home, 2800 Commercial Way, Rock Springs. Condolences for family can be left at www.foxfh.com. --- SweetwaterNow.com, Aug 4, 2015 Roger Sims Miller Roger Sims Miller, 52, died Thursday, July 30, 2015 in Green River. He was born June 13, 1963 in Ogden, Utah, the son of Lynn Miller and Margaret Sims Miller. He grew up in Clearfield and Sunset, Utah, Wheatland, Wyoming and Green River. He graduated from Wheatland High school and then attended Semi Truck Driving school in Colorado. He was a veteran having served in the US Navy. He was employed by Trimac Transportation Trucking, hauling helium. He loved life and was always considerate of other people and very well liked. He was always there for anyone needing help. He loved his family whole heartedly, all his step- children and adopted son Devon. He has 6 siblings and loved being part of everyone’s life. He was a member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints. His interests were camping, fishing, watching NASCAR racing, boating, horses and had a wonderful singing voice. He will sure leave a large hole in our family. Survivors include wife “Jo” of Green River; mother Margaret Noble and husband Richard of Cora; daughters Amber Kae Miller of Laramie, JoLee Thorpe-Miller of Green River; brothers Gary Miller and wife Bonnie of Emmett, Idaho, Eddie Miller and wife Terrilee of Green River, Robert Miller and wife Tanya of Jacksonville, Florida; sisters Lynette Lee and husband Lafe of Mt. Home, Idaho, Heather Yost and husband Tracy of Wiamea, Hawaii; step-children Justin Hansen, Lacy Hansen, Steven Howanietz of Jacksonville, Arkansas; grandson Jaxyn Mason of Laramie; uncle Lawrence Sims and wife Nancy of West Valley, Utah. He was preceded in death by his father Lynn Miller, grandparents Eva and Edmund Sims, great-grandparents Elizabeth and Edmund Sims Sr., a grandson, cousins Thomas and William Sims; aunt and uncle Ethel and Fredrick Sims. Cremation has taken place at Fox Crematory, Rock Springs. A Celebration of Life will be held at 3:00 p.m. Friday, August 7, 2015 at China Meadows, Stateline Dam, Mountain View, Wyoming. Condolences for family can be left at www.foxfh.com. --- SweetwaterNow.com, Aug 5, 2015 Gerald Eugene Kershisnik Gerald Eugene Kershisnik, 68, of Rock Springs died Monday August 3, 2015 at the Utah Valley Regional Medical Center in Provo, Utah after a short illness. He was a lifelong resident of Rock Springs. He was born November 27, 1946 in Rock Springs, the son of Victor W. Kershisnik and Kathleen G. Lawton Kershisnik. He attended schools in Rock Springs and graduated from Rock Springs High School with the class of 1965. He also attended Western Wyoming Community College and Utah State University College receiving his bachelors degree in forestry. He married Veda Ransom on June 4, 1968 in Preston, Idaho. He worked for FMC for 43 years, retiring in 2009. He was a veteran of the US Army serving during the Vietnam War and was stationed in Korea. He was a member of the Catholic Church. His interests were hunting, fishing, reading and spending time with family and friends. Survivors include his wife Veda Kershisnik of Rock Springs; son Michael Kershisnik of Omaha, Nebraska; daughter Kauleen Adiutori and husband David of Lenexa, Kansas; brother Jim Kershisnik and wife Sally of Riverton, Utah; sister Dianne Blazovich and husband Jim of Rock Springs; several cousins, nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents Victor and Kathleen Kershisnik. Funeral services will be held at 11:00 a.m. Friday, August 7, 2015 at Fox Funeral Home, 2800 Commercial Way, Rock Springs. Rev. Jesryll Intes will be officiating. A viewing will be held from 5-7 p.m. Thursday, August 6, 2015, and Friday 1 hour to prior to the services at the funeral home. Interment will take place at the Rock Springs Municipal Cemetery, Rock Springs. In lieu of flowers, the family of Gerald Kershisnik requests that donations be made to: The American Cancer Society Sweetwater County Relay for Life 805 Rampart Drive Rock Springs, WY 82901 Condolences for family can be left at www.foxfh.com. --- Newcomer Funeral Home, Aug 5, 2015 Elsie Madsen Elsie Madsen, 93, of Casper, formerly of Green River and Bondurant, passed away Tuesday, August 4, 2015. She was born December 28, 1921 in Lincol, [sic] Wyoming, the daughter of Romeo and Mary (Terrone) Paravicini. She was a graduate of Green River High School. She was a member of Immaculate Conception Catholic Church in Green River. Elsie married Lawrence L. Madsen on October 7, 1943 in Green River. He preceded her in death on August 7, 2004. Survivors include two children, Larry (Beth) Madsen, Casper and Irene (Jim) Brinkerhoff, Bondurant; three grandchildren, Carrie Donavon, Rhonda (Mike) Smith and Jennifer (Don) Cuthbertson; and four great-grandchildren, Della Donavon, Victoria Donavon, Cooper Smith and Aspen Cuthbertson. She was preceded in death by her parents and six siblings. Honoring her request Elsie was cremated. Services are pending. Memorial contributions may be made to Life Care Center of Casper, 4041 S Poplar St, Casper, WY 82601. Newcomer Funeral Home in Casper is assisting the family. --- Rock Springs Daily Rocket-Miner, Aug 9, 2015 ANN-MARIE GUSTAVSSON FRINT A celebration of life for Ann-Marie Gustavsson Frint was Thursday, July 30, 2015, at The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in Green River. Mrs. Frint, 86, a longtime Green River resident, died Sunday, July 19, 2015, at her home. She was born Jan. 8, 1929 in Gaddvik, Nederlulea, Sweden. --- SweetwaterNow.com, Aug 10, 2015 Wanda Darlene Monroe Wanda Darlene Monroe, 83, of Rock Springs, Wyoming passed away at her home on Saturday, August 8, 2015. A long time resident of Rock Springs and former resident of Mulberry, Kansas and Hanna, Wyoming. Mrs. Monroe had been in ill health the past several years. She was born on February 27, 1932 in Mulberry, Kansas, the daughter of the late Francis Gaston and Katie Greer Gaston. Mrs. Monroe attended schools in Mulberry and Hanna and was a 1949 graduate of Hanna High School. She also attended Western Wyoming Community College. She married Harold R. Monroe on July 22, 1950 in Hanna, Wyoming. Mrs. Monroe was employed as an administrative assistant for many years at the District Education Building and Western Wyoming Community College. She was a member of the First Congregational Church and a long time member of P.E.O Her interests included reading, gardening, playing bridge, writing and cooking. She was an artist, loved the mountains and the desert, She enjoyed geneology. Survivors include her husband Harold R. Monroe of Rock Springs, Wyoming; one son Andy Monroe and wife Debi of Rock Springs, Wyoming; two daughters Greer Ferrero and husband John of Rock Springs, Wyoming and Gayle Monroe Crough and husband Timothy of Auburn, California; one sister Alta Bratton and husband Don of Ceres, California; eight grandchildren Nunzio Ferrero, Geno Ferrero, Kelly Crough, Catherine Crough, Andrew Monroe, Chris Tyler, Kara Merritt and Sean Egan; many great-grandchildren; several nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents Francis and Katie Gaston; one son Jimmy Monroe; two sisters Fern and Betty; three brothers Leon, Joe and Willard. Following cremation, memorial services will be conducted at 10:00 A.M. Wednesday, August 12, 2015 at the First Congregational Church, 975 Adams Avenue, Rock Springs, Wyoming. Graveside services and inurnment will be in the Rock Springs Municipal Cemetery. Friends may call at the church one hour prior to services. The family of Wanda Darlene Monroe respectfully suggests that donations in her memory be made to Hospice of Sweetwater County, 333 Broadway Street, Suite 220, Rock Springs, Wyoming 82901 myhsc.org or Rock Springs Library, 400 “C” Street, Rock Springs, Wyoming 82901. Condolences may be left at www.vasefuneralhomes.com --- Wyo4News.com, Aug 12, 2015 Crystal Lee Hermansen Crystal Lee Hermansen, 31 passed away on Saturday, August 8, 2015 in Portland, OR surrounded by family and friends. She was born July 16, 1984 to Tom and Victoria Hermansen in Rock Springs, WY. She graduated from Green River High School in 2002 and the Southwest Beauty Academy. She married Wilson Robertson on August 5, 2006. They later divorced. She moved to Kenai, Alaska where she enjoyed fishing for King salmon at Fish Camp, drawing, art, camping and traveling. She had a passion for rescuing animals and finding homes for them. She was eclectically fashionable, artistic, a gypsy and a free spirit. She loved her Kenai Elks Lodge family. She is survived by her mother Victoria and life partner William Ivey, father Tom and wife Susie, sister Chelsea Northrup and husband Geddy, brothers Kelly and Garrett, niece and nephew Zella and Oliver Northrup, partner Chris Wilkinson, great-grandmother Rebecca Valdez, grandmother Pat Valdez, numerous aunts, uncles and cousins. She was preceded in death by her daughter Dylann (Scout) Wilkinson, great-grandfather Carlos Valdez, grandparents, Victoria Jordan, Charlie Valdez, Harold and Merle Hermansen, Bill and Doris Buchanan. A celebration of life service will be held on Saturday August 15 at 2:00 p.m. at the Hermansen home, 20 Gaensslen Drive, Green River. A luncheon and bonfire will follow. Please bring or send your favorite picture of Crystal to share. In lieu of flowers please send donations to the Red Desert Humane Society. --- Wyo4News.com, Aug 12, 2015 Brady Raymond West Pleasanton, Texas — Brady Raymond West, 60, of Pleasanton, passed away on August 8, 2015. He was a lifelong resident of Rock Springs prior to moving to Pleasanton. He was born on September 7, 1954 in Rock Springs, the son of Larry and Verna West. He attended schools in Rock Springs and graduated from Rock Springs High School with the class of 1973. He was on the varsity basketball team, winning 3 straight championships. He was elected All-State his senior year. That three year period was considered the Glory Day’s for Rock Springs basketball. He was the General Mine Manager for Kiewit at the San Miguel Mine at the time of his passing and worked for Kiewit Mining Company for 35 years. He was respected and admired by everyone who knew him. He loved all things outdoors, especially hunting and fishing. He cherished his wife, children and grandchildren, and family came first in his life. Survivors include by his loving wife Jana West, of Pleasanton; father, Larry West and wife Carole of Rock Springs; mother, Verna West of Rock Springs; daughters, Niki McKenzie and husband Eric of Green River, Britni West of Gillette, Sadie West of Rock Springs, Megan Crow and husband Chris of Sheridan, and Devon Sloan and husband Jesse of Rock Springs; brothers Galen West and wife Wendie, Kim West, Reid West and wife Jeanne all of Rock Springs, and Jason West of Salt Lake City; sister, Abby Zenger and husband John of Rexburg, Idaho; grandchildren, Brianna, Taylor, Nevaeh, Brooklynn, Hayden, Kelten, Braxten, Dhatri, Dallon, and Jessa; numerous beloved nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his brother Drew West, grandparents Owen West and Blanch Flor, Raymond and Lucy Nebeker. Funeral services will be held at 11:00 a.m. Tuesday, August 18, 2015 at the Rock Springs LDS Stake Center, 2055 Edgar St, Rock Springs where friends and family may call one hour prior to the services. Interment will be in the Rock Springs Municipal Cemetery. Condolence for family can be left at www.foxfh.com. --- SweetwaterNow.com, Aug 13, 2015 Joseph R. Shubert Joseph R. Shubert, 65, of Rock Springs, Wyoming passed away on Wednesday, August 12, 2015 at the Sublette Center in Pinedale, Wyoming. A life long resident of Rock Springs, Wyoming, Mr. Shubert died following a brief illness. He was born on March 15, 1950 in Rock Springs, Wyoming, the son of the Joe Shubert and Emma Pecolar Shubert. Mr. Shubert attended schools in Rock Springs, Wyoming and was a 1969 graduate of the Rock Springs High School. He also attended Western Wyoming Community College for one year. Mr. Shubert was employed at Halliburton as a mechanic for twenty-five years. He was a member of Holy Spirit Catholic Community, Knights of Columbus, Fraternal Order of Eagles, Search and Rescue, J.C.’s and Sons of the American Legion. Mr. Shubert enjoyed target shooting and reloading. Survivors include many cousins and his cat Rusty. He was preceded in death by his parents. A mass of Christian burial will be celebrated at 10:00 A.M. Tuesday, August 18, 2015 at the Saints Cyril & Methodius Catholic Church, 633 Bridger Avenue, Rock Springs, Wyoming. A Knights of Columbus Rosary will be recited at 7:00 P.M. Monday, August 17, 2015 at the Vase Funeral Chapel, 154 Elk Street, Rock Springs, Wyoming. Cremation will follow. Friends may call at the Vase Chapel on Monday one hour prior to the rosary and on Tuesday at the Vase Chapel one hour prior to services. The family of Joseph R. Shubert respectfully suggests that donations in his memory be made to Cowboys Against Cancer, 1893 Dewar Drive, Rock Springs, Wyoming. 82901 Condolences may be left at www.vasefuneralhomes.com --- Wyo4News.com, Aug 17, 2015 Grace S. Field Grace S. Field, 92, of Rock Springs, Wyoming passed away on Saturday, August 15, 2015 at the Mission at Castle Rock in Green River, Wyoming. She had been a lifelong resident of Rock Springs, Wyoming. She was born on November 24, 1922 in Rock Springs, Wyoming, the daughter of the late Ray Scott and Ola Evans Scott. Mrs. Field attended schools in Salt Lake City, Utah and Rock Springs, Wyoming. She married Alfred “Bud” Schurman and he preceded her in death on March 24, 1961. She later married George “Skinny” Field in Rock Springs, Wyoming on December 21, 1965 and he preceded her in death on March 29, 2015. She was the owner and operator of the Capital Bar for twenty five years. Her interests included camping, fishing and ceramics. She also enjoyed macrame and listening to audio books. Survivors include four daughters Gail Fortuna of Rock Springs, Wyoming, Gladys Arnett of Oshkosh, Nebraska, Bonnie Hanks of Green River, Wyoming, Betty Newman of Bouse, Arizona,; two step-daughters Lois Field of Cedar City, Utah and Lynn Montgomery of Kamiah, Idaho; two step-sons Paul Field of Veyo, Utah and John Field of Tujunga, California; thirty grandchildren; seventy-two great-grandchildren and several nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents; husband George “Skinny” Field; one son John Schurman; one daughter Donna Fleming;her son-in-law Joseph Fortuna; a grandson Jay Fortuna; two sisters; six brothers; one step-son Gary Field; several nieces and nephews. Funeral Services will be conducted at 10:00 A.M. Saturday, August 22, 2015 at the L.D.S. Stake Center, 2055 Edgar Street, Rock Springs, Wyoming. Interment will be in the Rock Springs Municipal Cemetery. Friends may call on Friday, August 21, 2015 from 4:00 p.m. until 6:00 p.m. at the Vase Funeral Chapel, 154 Elk Street, Rock Springs, Wyoming and on Saturday morning at the church, one hour prior to services. Condolences may be left at www.vasefuneralhomes.com --- Green River Star, Aug 19, 2015 Grace S. Field Grace S. Field, 92, of Rock Springs, passed away Aug. 15, 2015 at the Mission at Castle Rock in Green River. She had been a lifelong resident of Rock Springs. She was born on Nov. 24, 1922 in Rock Springs, the daughter of the late Ray Scott and Ola Evans Scott. Field attended schools in Salt Lake City and Rock Springs. She married Alfred "Bud" Schurman and he preceded her in death on March 24, 1961. She later married George "Skinny" Field in Rock Springs on Dec. 21, 1965 and he preceded her in death on March 29, 2015. She was the owner and operator of the Capital Bar for 25 years. Her interests included camping, fishing and ceramics. She also enjoyed macrame and listening to audio books. Survivors include four daughters, Gail Fortuna of Rock Springs, Gladys Arnett of Oshkosh, Neb., Bonnie Hanks of Green River, and Betty Newman of Bouse, Ariz.; two step-daughters, Lois Field of Cedar City, Utah and Lynn Montgomery of Kamiah, Idaho; two step-sons, Paul Field of Veyo, Utah and John Field of Tujunga, Calif.; 30 grandchildren; 72 great-grandchildren and several nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents; husband George "Skinny" Field; one son John Schurman; one daughter, Donna Fleming; son-in-law Joseph Fortuna; a grandson Jay Fortuna; two sisters; six brothers; one step-son, Gary Field; several nieces and nephews. Funeral services will be conducted at 10 a.m. Saturday at the L.D.S. Stake Center, 2055 Edgar Street, Rock Springs. Interment will be in the Rock Springs Municipal Cemetery. Friends may call on Friday from 4-6 p.m. at Vase Funeral Chapel, 154 Elk Street, Rock Springs, and on Saturday morning at the church, one hour prior to services. Condolences may be left at http://www.vasefuneralhomes.com. --- Rawlins Times, Aug 19, 2015 Ruth Ann Stine Ruth Ann Stine, 87, native of Green River, Wyoming passed away peacefully on August 16, 2015 at the Kindred Nursing Facility of Rawlins, Wyoming with her three daughters by her side. She was born May 18, 1928 in Green River, Wyoming to Clarence E. Lewis and Alida Hulda Carlson. She married Tracy W. Stine on November 5, 1946 in Green River and worked alongside him for the Union Pacific Railroad Express Company. Later they owned and operated the Center Street Conoco service station, and then built and operated Things ‘R Stuff ceramic and leather craft store. After retirement they traveled and settled in St. George, Utah, where in 1990 her husband preceded her in death. Ruth was remembered for her big heart and selflessness. She is survived by one brother, Edward O. Lewis of Green River; 5 children, Tracy James Stine of St. George, Utah, Ruth Linda (Wally) Shepard of Rawlins, Wyoming, Dorland B. Stine of Krebs, Oklahoma, Sandy (Terry) Van Valkenburg of Boulder, Wyoming and Wendy (Mark) Anderson of McKinnon, Wyoming; six grandchildren and fifteen great grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband of 46 years, Tracy; her brother, Herbert Lewis of Green River; and one granddaughter, Tina Stine of Green River. --- SweetwaterNow.com, Aug 20, 2015 Sam DeVries Sam DeVries, 62, of Green River died Tuesday, August 18, 2015 at McKay-Dee Hospital in Ogden, Utah after a lengthy illness. He was born May 8, 1953 in Ogden, the son of William DeVries and Stella Case DeVries. He attended schools in Ogden. He married Debra Jean Nessen November 30, 1972 in Harrisville, Utah. He worked for General Chemical as a boiler operator for over 30 years. He was a member of the United Steel Workers local 15320 in Green River. His interests were hunting, fishing, reading and spending time with his family. Survivors included his wife Debra Jean DeVries of Green River; daughters Suzette Johnson and husband Frank of Green River, Melany Aldridge and husband Kenny of Sunset, Utah; brothers Bob DeVries of Roy, Utah, Bill DeVries of Layton, Utah, and Ben DeVries of Atlantic City, Wyoming; sister Pearl DeVries of Green River; grandchildren Samantha Doak and husband Ian, Kylee Johnson, and Braxton Johnson all of Green River, Austin, Eric, Brayden and Dakota Aldridge all of Utah; several aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents William and Stella DeVries, parents-in-law Ray and Jeanene Nessen, and sister-in-law Beverly DeVries. Funeral services will be held at 11:00 a.m. Monday August 24, 2015 at the Green River LDS Stake Center, 120 Shoshone, Green River. A viewing will take place 6-8 pm Sunday, August 23, 2015 at the church and also one hour prior to the services on Monday. Interment will take place in the Riverview Cemetery, Green River. Condolences for family can be left at www.foxfh.com. --- SweetwaterNow.com, Aug 20, 2015 Sharon Jennings Sharon Jennings, 71, of Rock Springs died Wednesday, August 19, 2015 at Memorial Hospital of Sweetwater County after a lengthy illness. She was born December 14, 1943 in Idaho Falls, Idaho, the daughter of Alma Edward Widdison and Vernice Ethyl Boulder Widdison. She attended schools in Idaho and Rawlins, Wyoming. She married Floyd Allan Jennings in Rawlins in 1959. They were later divorced. She had worked for Pamida for 10 years and also Smoker Friendly for 5 years. Her interests were collecting Elvis memorabilia, music, hunting, playing cards, reading, shopping and vacationing and spending time with children and grandchildren. Survivors include her sons Floyd Allan Jennings and wife Frances of Rock Springs, AJ Jennings of Ohio; daughter Cherie Jennings and LaRea Davis both of Rock Springs; sister Renna Honeycut of Arizona; numerous grandchildren and great-grandchildren; several nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents, grandparents, children Kerry Thomas Jennings and Tannya Reni Jennings, brother Ronald Widdison, and a granddaughter Crystal Jennings. Cremation has taken place at Fox Crematory, Rock Springs. Memorial services will be held at 2:00 pm Monday, August 24 at Fox Funeral Home, 2800 Commercial Way, Rock Springs. Condolences for family can be left at www.foxfh.com. --- SweetwaterNow.com, Aug 21, 2015 Michael Valentine Koritnik Michael Valentine Koritnik, 60, of Rock Springs, Wyoming passed away on Wednesday, August 19, 2015 at his home. A life long resident of Rock Springs, Wyoming, Mr. Koritnik died following a courageous battle with cancer. He was born on December 31, 1954 in Rock Springs, the son of Valentine Martin Koritnik and Helen Josephine Marcina. Mr. Koritnik attended schools in Rock Springs and was a Rock Springs High School graduate with the class of 1973 and attended University of Wyoming from 1976 to 1979. He married Tara Lynn Allen on August 19, 1976 in Rock Springs at the Saint Cyril & Methodius Catholic Church. Mr. Koritnik was employed at Jim Bridger Power Plant from 1979 and retired as a control operator in July of 2007. His interests included boating, fishing, hunting and rock collecting. He also enjoyed spending time with his family especially with his grandchildren. Survivors include his wife Tara Allen Koritnik of Rock Springs, Wyoming; his mother Helen Koritnik of Rock Springs, Wyoming; two daughters Kari-Lyn Koritnik and companion Joseph Campbell and Katie Ann Koritnik and companion Brad Stassinos all of Rock Springs, Wyoming; one brother Greg Koritnik and wife Cissy of Rock Springs, Wyoming; one sister Valerie Fieseler and husband Terry of Rock Springs, Wyoming; four grandchildren T.J. Whalen of Casper, Wyoming, Franko Shiflar, Kaden and Ericka Campbell all of Rock Springs, Wyoming; several nieces and nephews; his many friends including John Kessock and Gary Pedri. He was preceded in death by his father and father-in-law Gary Allen. Following cremation, memorial services will be conducted at 10:00 A.M. Wednesday, August 26, 2015 at the Saints Cyril and Methodius Catholic Church, 633 Bridger Avenue, Rock Springs, Wyoming. Friends may call at the church one hour prior to services. The family of Michael Valentine Koritnik respectfully suggests that donations in his memory be made to Autism Speaks, 1060 State Road 2nd Floor, Princeton, New Jersey 08540 --- SweetwaterNow.com, Aug 24, 2015 Boyd Gilbert Smiley Boyd Gilbert Smiley, 54, of Rock Springs, Wyoming passed away in Salt Lake City, Utah on July 8, 2015 following a sudden illness. Boyd was a longtime resident of Rock Springs, Wyoming and former resident of Limon, Colorado. Boyd, known as Bodie by his family, and Smiley by his friends in Rock Springs, loved to ride his motorcycle; the family ranch near Limon, Colorado; the outdoors; collecting guns and reading history. He cherished his daughter, Amber Harrison and husband Sean, and their daughters Kiera and Berlynn and his youngest daughter Brandy Lakey-Smiley. He is greatly missed and will always be remembered by many, including his daughters and granddaughters, aunts, uncles, cousins, his mother Millie Smiley, two brothers Greg Smiley of Limon, Colorado and Gary Smiley and wife Denise of Casper, Wyoming; two sisters Tammy Smiley and husband Cris Mireles of Parker, Colorado; Crystal Downey and husband Mike of Missoula, Montana; nieces and nephews, Anna Smiley-Kallas, Nicholas Smiley-Kallas, Tiffany Smiley, Robert Smiley, Leyna Downey and Noah Downey. He was preceded in death by his father Lloyd W. Smiley. Born in Flagler, Colorado, Bodie grew up having fun, conflict, adventures and doing chores with his siblings and cousins on the family farm/ranch near Limon, Colorado. He attended schools in Limon and Billings, Montana graduating from Billings Senior High School in 1979. He married Mary Damron in 1980 and they divorced in 1989. Boyd joined the United States Army and served from 1979 to 1982. He worked twenty-five years, until his retirement from Haliburton in 2013. After retirement he had more time to ride with his many friends, including the American Legion motorcycle club, and his brothers. Boyd’s kind heart, intelligence, conversations, stories, smile and wit are misssed. We love you. Memorial Services will be held in Limon, Colorado at the United Methodist Church at 2:00 P.M., August 15, 2015, conducted by Reverend Carrie West and in Rock Springs, Wyoming on August 29, 2015 at 2:00 P.M. at the American Legion Archie Hay, 551 Broadway, Rock Springs, Wyoming. Pastor Gene Emerson of the Restoration Ministries Church will conduct the services. --- SweetwaterNow.com, Aug 24, 2015 Deborah Leona Hughes Rundell Deborah Leona (Hughes) Rundell, 59, of Rock Springs, Wyoming passed away on Thursday, August 20, 2015 at her home. A long time resident of Rock Springs, Wyoming and former long time resident of Walden, Colorado, Ms. Rundell died following a battle with cancer for the past seven months. She was born on July 16, 1956 in Walden, Colorado, the daughter of late John L. Hughes and Shirley R. Moran Hughes. Ms. Rundell attended schools in Walden, Colorado and graduated from North Park High School with the class of 1974. She later attended Western Wyoming Community College and received an Associates Degree. She had been employed as an accountant at F.M.C./ Tronox since September 27, 1993. Her interests included hiking, camping and enlightening the light and love of others. She enjoyed spending time with her family and friends especially her grandchildren. Survivors include two sons Ryan Rundell and wife Rose of Colorado Springs, Colorado and Elijah Rundell of Green River, Wyoming; one brother Ronald Hughes of Grand Junction, Colorado; one sister JoAnn Sauvage of Grand Junction, Colorado; her significant other Tony Angelovic of Pinedale, Wyoming; four grandchildren Aspen, Akyra, Jayden and Caley Ann; several nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents; one brother Gerald Hughes and her maternal and paternal grandparents. Following cremation, a celebration of life will be conducted from 1:00 p.m. until 3:00 p.m. on Saturday, August 29, 2015 at the Hampton Inn, 1055 Wild Horse Canyon Road, Green River, Wyoming. Condolences may be left at www.vasefuneralhomes.com --- Wyo4News.com, Aug 25, 2015 Matthew Eugene Chollak Matthew Eugene Chollak passed away Sunday, August 23, 2015 at Memorial Hospital of Sweetwater County after suffering a heart attack. Matt was born February 23, 1936, in Lethbridge, Alberta, Canada to Joseph and Helen Frizovich Chollak. He moved with his family in 1950 to Rock Springs, Wyoming. All the way on the trip to Wyoming, Matt vowed that when he grew up, he would return to Canada to become a member of the Royal Canadian Mounted Police. Instead, he made his home in Rock Springs for the rest of his life, and graduated from Rock Springs High School with the class of 1954. He worked for Ben’s Foodliner and for Church and Dwight, retiring in 1996. In 1959, despite his status as a Canadian Citizen, he was drafted into the United States Army and served in Germany for two years. These turned out to be some of the most memorable years of his life. He visited many famous sites and developed some very meaningful friendships. Matt married Lynette Morphy on August 18, 1962. They were later divorced. They had 3 children together. Matt was passionate about wildlife, hunting, fishing, and conservation. He taught hunter safety for more than 30 years, specializing in outdoor survival methods. He mentored many youngsters in the ways of the outdoor life. He was a member of the National Audubon Society, the Sweetwater County Wildlife Federation, Rocky Mountain Elk Foundation, Wyoming Democratic Party, NRA, North American Hunting Club and many other organizations and causes. Matt was known to have a lively sense of humor which he passed on to his children. He was a generous spirit who gave time and money to a number of organizations. For many years, he volunteered for the Loaves and Fishes Soup Kitchen. Along with his eldest son, Matt A., he was an eager participant in the Wyoming Hunting and Heritage Expo. This duo earned the nickname Matt Squared, for which they were known around the state. He gave to several schools that benefitted Native American children, both in Wyoming and around the country. He was also passionate about his Catholic Faith. He was preceded in death by his parents, brother Joseph, sister Mary, and son Matthew A. He is survived by his children Carla and Ronie Hill, of Boise, ID; Mark and Jene Chollak, of Rock Springs; Brother Don Chollak of Rock Springs; Grandchildren Tiffany and husband Josh Schultz; Ashley Hill, and Christy Hill, all of Boise, ID, Katherine Chollak, Elizabeth Chollak, George Chollak, and Thomas Chollak, all of Rock Springs; Great-granddaughters Bailey Schultz and Sydney Schultz of Boise, ID, and numerous nieces and nephews. Cremation has taken place. Memorial services will be held Saturday, August 29, 2015, at Saints Cyril and Methodius Catholic Church at 10:00 a.m. Military honors will follow at the Rock Springs Municipal Cemetery. All family and friends are invited to a luncheon at the LDS Stake Center, 2055 Edgar St., Rock Springs. --- SweetwaterNow.com, Aug 27, 2015 Karlene "Karly" Bozner Karlene “Karly” Bozner, 71, of Rock Springs, Wyoming passed away on August 24, 2015 at her cabin in Cora, Wyoming. She was born on February 2, 1944 in Rock Springs, Wyoming, the daughter of Dutch Heikes and Janet Stoddard Heikes. Ms. Bozner attended schools in Rock Springs, Wyoming and graduated from Rock Springs High School with the Class of 1962. She worked as a secretary for Halliburton and B J Services for over twenty years until her retirement in 2008. Her interests included fishing, shopping and decorating. She loved the outdoors and was a big supporter of her grandson’s golfing tournaments. She also enjoyed spending time with her friends and family. Survivors include one son Mike Bozner and wife Sheri of Rock Springs, Wyoming; one daughter Melanie Jones and husband Bob of Phoenix, Arizona; one sister Gail Muskulin of Sheridan, Wyoming; nine grandchildren Kara Fleig, Hayden Benton, Christian Allen, Ethan Bozner, Jeremy McDonough, Samantha Preuit, Lawrence Jones, Bobbi Jo Sampley and Tricia Jones; one great-grandchild Kyndall Johnston and several cousins, nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents and two brothers Neil and Barry Heikes. Following cremation at the White Mountain Crematory a Memorial Service will be held at the Vase Funeral Chapel, 154 Elk Street, Rock Springs at 10:00 A.M., Monday, August 31, 2015. Father Emilio Cabrera will officiate. Friends may call one hour prior to services. --- SweetwaterNow.com, Aug 27, 2015 Dawn Lee Besso Dawn Lee Besso, 51, of Rock Springs, Wyoming passed away on Thursday, August 20, 2015 at the University of Utah in Salt Lake City, Utah. A resident of Green River, Wyoming for the past ten years and former long time resident of Rock Springs, Wyoming, Miss Besso died following a lengthy illness. She was born on February 14, 1964 in Rock Springs, Wyoming, the daughter of Martin James and Barbara Besso. Miss Besso attended schools in Rock Springs and was a 1982 graduate of the Rock Springs High School. She attended and graduated from the Riverton Beauty Academy and received her cosmetology license and then went on to get her instructors license. She owned and operated the Bombshell Salon. Her interests were playing computer games, hunting and fishing. She liked to socialize and in doing so touched many lives. She loved spending time with her family, hair styling and cosmetology. Survivors include her parents Martin and Barbara Besso of Rock Springs, Wyoming; one brother Jerry Snyder of Rock Springs, Wyoming; one sister Margie Allen and husband Keith of Rock Springs, Wyoming; maternal grandmother Jane Lawson of Wendell, Idaho; one uncle John Besso of Rock Springs, Wyoming; nieces Andrea Besso of Aimes, Iowa, Carissa Lye and husband Joey of Rock Springs, Wyoming; cousins Willy Warren and wife Jennifer and Kacey Pfiefle and husband Ronald all of Wenatchee, Washington. She was preceded in death by her biological mother Ann Marie, her paternal grandparents Jim and Emma Besso and her maternal grandfather C. Chester Utter, aunts and uncles Teresa Warren and her husband Ken, Wanda Alberti and Jerry Utter. Funeral Services are pending. --- Wyo4News.com, Aug 28, 2015 Carmen Arnoldi Carmen Arnoldi, 82, of Rock Springs, Wyoming passed away on Tuesday, August 25, 2015 at her home. A lifelong resident of Rock Springs, Mrs. Arnoldi passed away following a brief illness. Mrs. Arnoldi attended schools in Green River, Wyoming and graduated from Green River High School with the Class of 1950. She also attended Holy Cross Nursing School in Salt Lake City, Utah and received a degree as a Registered Nurse. She married William Joseph Arnoldi on June 6, 1954 in Superior, Wyoming and he preceded her in death on March 7, 2011. Mrs. Arnoldi worked as a registered nurse for Wyoming General Hospital in Rock Springs for many years until her retirement. She was also elected to the Who’s Who of America. She was a member of the Holy Spirit Catholic Community. Her interests included cooking, cleaning, camping and spending time with her family, especially her grandchildren. Survivors include four sons Thayne Arnoldi, Mark Arnoldi, Leonard Arnoldi and Shawn Arnoldi, all of Rock Springs, Wyoming; two daughters Joella Tamasauckas of Randle, Washington and Kim Rogers of Rock Springs, Wyoming; eleven grandchildren: Karlee and Kyle Bogataj, Tyra Zueck, Lindsay Rogers, Alexis, Randi, Alison, Nicholas and Andrew Arnoldi, Avalon and Brady Arnoldi, six great-grandhildren, Jaylee Shalata, Genessa Timmons, Braxton Grenier, Blayson Bogataj, Joseph Bingman and Kybrie Bogataj and several cousins, nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents, husband, one twin-sister Carol Miller and one brother Gordon Hill. Following cremation a Memorial Service will be held at 2:00 P.M., Monday, August 31, 2015 at Our Lady of Sorrows Catholic Church, 116 Broadway, Rock Springs, Wyoming. A Vigil Service with Rosary will be conducted at 5:00 P.M., Sunday, August 30, 2015 at the Vase Funeral Chapel, 154 Elk Street in Rock Springs, Wyoming. Father Jesryll Intes will officiate. Inurnment will be in Rest Haven Memorial Gardens, north of Rock Springs. Friends may call on Sunday at the chapel one hour prior to services and again on Monday at the church one hour prior to services. Condolences may be left at www.vasefuneralhomes.com --- Wyoming News, Aug 30, 2015 Barbara Bryant Barbara Sue Bryant, 77, of Cheyenne died unexpectedly Aug. 21 at Cheyenne Regional Medical Center after a brief illness. She was born Jan. 19, 1938, in Nevada, Mo., to Wayne and Frances (Conard) Bowen. She lived most of her life in Rock Springs, working as a cosmetologist. She met her husband, Robert T. Bryant, in Rock Springs at a hot air balloon festival, where he was a hot air balloon pilot. They were married Nov. 30, 1995, in Cheyenne. Barbara is survived by her husband, Robert; sons, Donald F. Smith and Robert W. Smith; sister, Edna Glover; grandchildren, Samantha and Korey Smith; and one great-granddaughter. She was preceded in death by her parents and her sister, Judy K. Bolton. Barbara was a hard-working, single parent. She raised her two sons and three additional children with strength and kindness. She worked long hours as a cosmetologist to take care of them. She courageously battled breast cancer, and won. She was a breast cancer survivor for 20 years. Cremation was Aug. 25 at Schrader, Aragon and Jacoby Funeral Home. Services are being planned for a future date in Rock Springs. "She was a classy lassie, and she was always right." --- SweetwaterNow.com, Aug 31, 2015 Priscilla Marie Dolenc Priscilla Marie Dolenc, 95, of Rock Springs, Wyoming passed away on Saturday, August 29, 2015 at her home with her family at her side. A longtime resident of Superior and Rock Springs, Wyoming, Mrs. Dolenc passed away following a lengthy illness. Mrs. Dolenc was born on July 13, 1920 in Cumberland, Wyoming, the daughter of John Mecca and Margherita Aleina Mecca. She married William Dolenc in Manila, Utah on July 29, 1939. They were later married in the Catholic Church. They were married for over seventy-three years before he passed away on June 29, 2013. Priscilla was a member of the Holy Spirit Catholic Community. Her interests included tying flies, cooking and baking, hunting, snowmachines, ice fishing, camping, spending time with family and friends. She spent many hours at the Young at Heart Senior Center. Survivors include her two sons William J. Dolenc and wife Janet and Joey Dolenc and wife Denise, both of Rock Springs, Wyoming; grandchildren, Patrick Dolenc of Rock Springs, Wyoming, Dean Dolenc and wife Tiffanee of Riverton, Utah, Laura Dolenc Garrett and husband Scott, Joseph Dolenc, Jr. (J.J.), both of Rock Springs; great-grandchildren, Hunter and Haillie Dolenc of Riverton, Utah, Robert Padmos of Helen, Montana, Justin Padmos and wife Jessica of Salt Lake City, Utah; great-great grandchildren Easton Garrett of Rock Springs, Wyoming and Kaine Padmos of Helen, Montana. She was preceded in death by her parents, husband, Willie who was the love of her life; four brothers, Joseph, Jim, Pasco and Rudy Mecca; two sisters Mary Beachler and Minnie Gunter and many nieces and nephews. A mass of Christian burial will be celebrated at 11:00 A.M., Wednesday, September 2, 2015 at the Lady of Sorrows Catholic Church, 116 Broadway, Rock Springs, Wyoming. A Vigil Service with Rosary will be recited at 6:00 P.M., Tuesday, September 1, 2015 at the Vase Funeral Chapel, 154 Elk Street in Rock Springs, Wyoming. Interment will be in Rest Haven Memorial Gardens, north of Rock Springs. Friends may call at the Vase Chapel on Tuesday, one hour prior to the Rosary and again on Wednesday one prior at the church. The family of Priscilla Marie Dolenc respectfully request that donations be made in her memory to her granddaughter, Laura Dolenc Garrett’s Cancer Fund at State Bank, 300 Center Street, Rock Springs, Wyoming 82901. Pallbearers: Dean Dolenc, Patrick Dolenc, Joseph Dolenc, Jr., Steven Knezovich, David Budak and Jeffrey Dodd; Honorary Pallbearers: Hunter Dolenc, Greg Moon, Brian Moon and Brad Moon. The family of Priscilla Marie Dolenc will be receiving family and friends at the home of Willie and Priscilla Dolenc. Condolences may be left at www.vasefuneralhomes.com --- SweetwaterNow.com, Sep 1, 2015 Norma Jean Hanks Norma Jean Hanks, 91, of Rock Springs, died Sunday, August 30, 2015 at the Deer Trail Assisted Living in Rock Springs. She was born January 12, 1924 in Beloit, Kansas, the daughter of Ivan George Petersen and Florence Emily Weir Petersen. She attended schools in Lexington, Nebraska and graduated from Lexington High School with the class of 1942. She married Robert Lloyd Hanks on August 29, 1943 in Beloit, Kansas. He preceded her in death on November 9, 1981. Besides being a wife and mother, she worked in the food service department for School District #1 and also Western Wyoming Community College. She was a member of the United Methodist Church and the Red Hat Society. Her interests were gardening and traveling. Survivors include son Tom Hanks of Laramie; daughter-in-law Ruth Hanks; grandchildren Stephanie Jackson, Rebecca Hanks and Sarah Munoz; great-grandchildren Solveig Hanks, Mason Munoz, Alice Jackson, Violet Jackson and Ivan Faycosh; nieces and nephews Pat Bremer, Terry Nimmo and wife Jolynn, Betty Ann Bell, Elmer Hanks, Janette Murrell, Laverne Jackson, Betty Johnson, and Sara Binam; numerous cousins. She was preceded in death by her husband, parents, son Gary Hanks, sisters Anita Petersen, Vera Barnes, brother Robert Petersen. Cremation has taken place at Fox Crematory, Rock Springs. Memorial services are pending and will be announced at a later time. Condolences for family can be left at www.foxfh.com --- Wyo4News.com, Sep 2, 2015 Danny Emanuel Sinner Danny Emanuel Sinner, 67, died Saturday, Aug. 29, 2015, in Spanish Fork, Utah at the Spanish Fork Nursing and Rehab Center. He was a longtime Rock Springs resident. He was born March 3, 1948, in Riverton, a son of Donna L. (Hart) and Emanuel Lawrence “Jerry” Sinner. He was raised in Worland, where he graduated from high school in 1967. He attended Casper College for one year before joining the U.S. Navy, where he served for four years. He had worked for Gas Hill Uranium at Riverton before going to work as a trona miner for 29 years at the General Chemical soda ash mine and plant near Rock Springs. He was a member of the UMW and the Elks Lodge and American Legion in Worland. He had married Patricia Gaughan on Oct. 2, 1974, in Casper. She died Oct. 6, 2000. His interests included traveling to San Diego, California, and Jackson Hole and his dog, Teddy. He is survived by his daughter Laurie Ann Mathews of Tucker, Georgia; mother Donna Bertagnolli of Rock Springs; brother Steve Sinner of South Jordan, Utah; and sister Susan (Jerry) Bucholz of Cody. He was preceded in death by his father; wife Patricia Mathews; stepfather George E. Bertagnolli; and his grandparents. Cremation will take place. No funeral services are planned. His cremains will be buried in Riverview Cemetery in Worland. --- SweetwaterNow.com, Sep 3, 2015 Richard Allen Olson Richard Allen Olson, 69, of Rock Springs, Wyoming passed away Monday, September 1, 2015. A longtime resident of Rock Springs, Wyoming, Mr. Olson passed away suddenly. He was born on July 20, 1946 in Conrad, Montana, the son of Elmer A. Olson and Marguerite P. Hansen Olson. Mr. Olson attended Kelso High School in Washington. He married Linda A. Rickard in Everett, Washington in 1978. Mr. Olson served in the United States Navy during the Vietnam Conflict. He worked as a machinist for Kauppi Wireline. His interests included hunting, fishing, the outdoors, four-wheeling, bird hunting and spending time with family and friends. Survivors include wife Linda of Rock Springs; five sons Kenneth Allen Olson of Satsop, Washington, Richard Anthony Olson of Rock Springs, Wyoming, Timothy Elmer Olson of O’Fallon, Missouri, Stephen Randall Olson of Casper, Wyoming and Ryan Ronald Olson of Rock Springs, Wyoming; one sister Dru Pierce of Longview, Washington; four grandchildren Courtney Lynn, Monica Leeann, Ashton Ryan and Christian William; two nephews Terry and Michael and several aunts, uncles, cousins and nieces. He was preceded in death by his parents and three brothers. Cremation has taken place and a Celebration of Life will conducted at 4:00 P.M., Saturday, September 5, 2015 at the American Legion Archie Hay, Post #24, 551 Broadway in Rock Springs, Wyoming. Friends may call one hour prior to services. Condolences may be left at www.vasefuneralhomes.com --- SweetwaterNow.com, Sep 8, 2015 Stephen C. Taggart Stephen C. Taggart, 52, of Green River, died Saturday, September 5, 2015 at his home. He was born May 7,1963 in Igloo, South Dakota, the son of Arthur D. Taggart and Jean H. Kegel Taggart. He attended schools in Clearfield, Utah. He worked as a welder for many years. His interests were fishing, camping, taking walks, and spending time with his children and grandchildren. Survivors include sons Stephen J. Taggart and wife Allissa of Vernal, Utah, Jakob Taggart and Skyler Taggart both of Green River; sisters Virginia Montgomery and husband David of Kentucky, Marlene T. Kelso and husband T. Jay and Patricia Mitchell all of Green River; grandchildren Abigal, Jay, Khloe, JD, Jackson and Jayce Taggart; numerous cousins, nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents Arthur and Jean Taggart, brothers Mike and Gary Taggart. Cremation will take place at Fox Crematory, Rock Springs. Private family services will be held at a later date. In lieu of flowers, the family request donations to be made to the Stephen Taggart Memorial Fund at any Trona Valley Federal Credit Union. Condolences for family can be left at www.foxfh.com --- SweetwaterNow.com, Sep 10, 2015 Robert Bruce (Bob) Eaton CASPER — Robert Bruce (Bob) Eaton, 93, died of natural causes at Poplar Living Center in Casper, Wyoming on Tuesday, September 8, 2015. Bob was born in the Oklahoma Hills east of String Town, Oklahoma on February 25, 1922, the youngest son of Silas N. and Lizzie M (Young) Eaton. He was preceded in death by both of his parents; two brothers Bill and Tom; one sister Irene Bozie; and his wife Charlotte Keeler of 58 years. He is survived by two sons Walter Eaton of Farson; and James (Toby) Eaton and wife Karla also of Farson; along with 6 grandchildren and 15 great grandchildren. His family moved from Oklahoma in 1930 to Eden, Wyoming where he attended the school at Eden and played football for the Eden Bulldogs. Bob quit school at the age of 16 to help support his struggling family. He helped his mother on the farm and drove a milk truck to Rock Springs every week delivering the local farmer’s milk. He also delivered eggs, turkeys and chickens his family raised and sold to the stores and residences in Rock Springs. Charlotte Keeler was the love of Bob’s life and on February 14, 1942, they were married at the Methodist Church in Rock Springs, Wyoming. With World War II ongoing, Bob joined the Navy in November of 1945 where he served with the Seabees in the Aleutian Islands. His son Walt was born while he was in the service and it would be several years before he would even see his first born son. His second son, James (Toby) was born in 1948 after he returned from the service. The family then lived in Rock Springs where he worked for Mountain Fuel until 1952 when they purchased farm ground in Farson and began their new life there. While living in Farson Bob ranched, did custom farming, sold machinery and served on many Boards. He was also instrumental in the formation of the Little Sandy Grazing Association which is still a thriving organization. For several years he and his family ran a hunting and fishing camp as well as a camp for teenage boys. Hunting and fishing were always Bob’s passions in life. Charlotte was diagnosed with MS in the early 80’s and eventually they felt the climate in Arizona would be better suited for her condition. They leased and later sold their farms and moved to Cottonwood, Arizona where they enjoyed retirement and made many new friends until returning to Wyoming in 1995 and residing in Lander. Charlotte’s illness eventually became severe enough that she had to be placed in the Pinedale Convalescent Home until her death in 2006. When the years began to show on Bob, he moved to Farson to be closer to his sons until he too had to go into assisted living in Green River. He was recently placed at Poplar Living Center in Casper, Wyoming where he was a resident at the time of his death. Services will be Friday, September 11, 2015 in Farson, Wyoming. A viewing will be held from 11:00 am to 12:30 pm at the Eden Valley Community Center, followed by a graveside service at 1:00 pm at the Eden Valley Cemetery. There will be a lunch at the Community Center following the ceremony. In lieu of flowers please donate in his name to Poplar Living Center, Attn: Nancy Henry, 4305 S Poplar St. Casper, Wyoming 82601. --- SweetwaterNow.com, Sep 14, 2015 Janet S. McMillan Janet S. McMillan, 64, of Rock Springs died Friday, September 11, 2015 at her home. She was born February 5, 1951 in Saint Edward, Nebraska, the daughter of Dr. Herbert Jackman and Jeanne Noir Jackman. She attended schools in Rock Springs and graduated from the Rock Springs High School with the class of 1969. She attended the University of Wyoming where she received her teaching credentials. She married Don McMillan on March 13, 1971 in Rock Springs. She had worked as a substitute teacher for the School District #1 for 10 years, retiring in June of 1994. Her interests were scrabble, crocheting, puzzles, reading, Indian Culture. spending time with family and friends. Survivors include her husband Don McMillan of Rock Springs; daughter Autumn McMillan Johnson of Rock Springs; step-daughters Debroa Roybal of Rock Springs, and Lauri Ketchum of Ovid, Michigan; brothers Kurt Jackman of Tucson, and Lynn Jackman of Rock Springs; sisters Nelda Rosenbaum and husband Larry of Norfolk, Nebraska, and Alicia Jones of Utah; grandchildren Braden, Kyle and Cassidy Johnson, Lexus Sweets, Ethen Reddik, Laura Duran, Kayla Fletcher, Scott Ketchum, Rachel Ketchum and Alicia McMillan; 6 great-grandchildren; numerous nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents Dr. Herbert and Jeanne Jackman, daughter Corie McMillan Fisher; grandparents Howard and Laura Jackman, George and Myrttle Lenoirs, several nieces and nephews, 3 brothers-in law and 1 sister-in-law. Cremation has taken place at Fox Crematory, Rock Springs. A Celebration of Life will be held at 1:00 p.m. Saturday, September 26, 2015 at the Masonic Lodge, 218 B Street, Rock Springs. Condolences for family can be left at www.foxfh.com. --- SweetwaterNow.com, Sep 15, 2015 Aileen Alice LeMoine Aileen Alice LeMoine, 94, of Rock Springs died Thursday, September 10, 2015 at her home. She was born September 10th, 1921 in Haxtun, Colorado, the daughter of Florace “Alec” Ellsworth Williams and Effie Viola VanCleve Williams. She attended schools in Sioux City, Iowa and graduated from Central High School with the class of 1940. She married Robert Lyle LeMoine on June 2, 1940 in Los Angeles, California. Their marriage was later solemnized on April 16, 1968 in the Oakland LDS Temple. He preceded her in death on July 27, 2013. She was a member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints where she served in many callings. Her interests were her family, animals including her two cats, gardening, bird watching, having family dinners, and dancing. Survivors include her daughter Linda Brough and husband Thomas Anderson of Rock Springs; sister Betty Pulley of Mooreland, Oklahoma; grandchildren, Rebekah Rice and husband Eric of Layton, Utah, Lauren Hamm and husband Riley of Rock Springs, Jared Brough and wife Krysten of Rock Springs, Brandy Malcuit and husband Ervin, and Bobby LeMoine all of Wasilla, Alaska; 13 great-grandchildren; several nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents Florace “Alec” and Effie Williams, husband Robert LeMoine, son Bobby LeMoine, sister Geneva LaBahn, brothers Floyd, Harold, and Alvin Williams. Funeral services will be held at 11:00 a.m. Friday, September 18, 2015 at the Foothill LDS Ward, 3315 White Mountain Blvd., Rock Springs where a viewing will take place one hour prior to the services. Bishop Josh Sorensen will officiate. Burial will take place at the Utah Veterans Memorial Cemetery in Bluffdale, Utah. Condolences for family can be left at www.foxfh.com. --- Wyo4News.com, Sep 17, 2015 Geraldine "Gerrie" Ann Bader Geraldine (Gerrie) Ann Bader, 72, died on Sunday, September 13th, 2015 and was fortified with Sacraments of Holy Mother Church. Dear mother of Ben Beckermann, Dan (Dina) Beckermann, Brian (Vanessa) Beckermann, Ed (Chris) Beckermann, Mary (Aaron) Rushing and Tom (Katie) Beckermann. Beloved grandmother of 16, great-grandmother of 2. Sister of Darlene Lauer, Jane Peanick, Joy Kessles, and Donna (Carl) Wolff. Our dear aunt, cousin, great-aunt and friend of many. Gerrie had a special love for children and the elderly. She was a foster mother for several years, and worked as a CNA in nursing homes. Her children and grandchildren were the joys of her life. She enjoyed writing and loved music and karaoke and a long game of Scrabble. Gerrie had a lively sense of humor and a sincere interest of others. She loved her Church and had a strong devotion to the rosary and the Devine Mercy Chaplet. Gerrie was preceded in death by her parents, Ben and Iris (Godier) Bader, former husband, Thomas Beckermann, and grandsons David and Tyler Beckermann. She will be missed by all who knew her. Visitation will be at Immaculate Heart of Mary Church, 8 West Highway D, New Melle, MO, from 9 to 11a.m. on Wednesday, September 16, 2015, followed by a funeral Mass and burial in the church cemetery. Masses or donations to pro-life organizations preferred. --- SweetwaterNow.com, Sep 23, 2015 Calvin “CJ” John Page Calvin “CJ” John Page II, 59, of Green River died Friday, September 18, 2015 at Intermountain Medical Center in Murray, Utah after a sudden illness. He was born August 13, 1956 in Enid, Oklahoma, the son of Calvin John Page I and Gretchen Stahl Ondrusko. He attended schools in Pennsylvania and graduated from Greater Johnstown Senior High with the class of 1974. He lived in Mt. View, Wyoming prior to moving to Green River in 1993. He married Sandy Page in Green River. They were later divorced. He married Sue Anne Servall September 9, 2008 in Green River. He had worked for Tata Chemical as a continuous mine operator since 1978. He was a veteran having served in the US Army. He served as a Boy Scout leader for Troop 44 in Mt. View. He was a foster parent and a therapeutic foster parent for DFS. His interests were hunting, fishing, and spending time in the outdoors with his kids and grandkids. Survivors include his wife Sue Page of Green River; mother Gretchen Ondrusko of Rock Springs; father Calvin John Page and wife Angus of Texas; children Jason Page and fiancé Ariel Tipton of Gunbarrel City, Texas, Tara Page Haddock and husband Scott of Colorado, Lewis Elbertson and wife Dona Reggro of Fairmont, West Virginia, Calvin J. Page III and wife Jessica of Green River, Lindsey Myers and Zac Page both of Green River, TaMaira Michalides and fiancé Charles Cory Nye of Fairmont, Wyoming, Kara Garrett and husband Nathan of Green River, Vincent Albrecht of Rock Springs, and Michaela Page of Green River; sister Nina Latrese Robinson and husband Calvin of Fruitland, Utah; brother Keith Page and wife Sarah of Superior, Wyoming; 15 grandchildren; numerous nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his brother David Page. Funeral Services will be held at 3:00 pm Saturday, September 26, 2015 at Fox Funeral Home, 2800 Commercial Way, Rock Springs. A viewing will be held one hour prior to the services. Cremation will follow at Fox Crematory, Rock Springs. Family request that in lieu of flowers, donations be made to the Calvin Page Memorial fund, Wyochem Federal Credit Union, 520 Wilkes Dr # 17, Green River, WY 82935 Condolences for family can be left at www.foxfh.com. --- SweetwaterNow.com, Sep 23, 2015 Sharon A. Warner Sharon A. Warner died Sunday, September 20 at age 67 in Murray, Utah after a lengthy illness. She was born September 15, 1948 in Bayonne, New Jersey, the daughter of William Roth Warner II and Anne Jacobsen Warner. She had worked at the Jim Bridger power plant for many years starting out as a lab tech and eventually becoming a control operator. Her interests included making jewelry, solving New York Times crossword puzzles, growing orchids, painting watercolors, camping especially at the Hot Springs in Thermopolis, and above all going to listen to the Utah Symphony. She was known for her extraordinary cooking skills in Wyoming and New Jersey. One of her favorite times of the year was going to New Jersey for the month of December and cooking Christmas dinner for her family. She is survived by her mother, Anne Jacobsen Warner, her sister Lynn Cheryl Warner, sister-in-laws Ellen Finnegan and Norma Aumack, nephew William Roth Warner IV, niece Emily Ann Warner, and her fiancé Kevin Ficca and best friends Bari Sines and Pam Haynes. She was preceded in death by her father, William Roth Warner II and brother, William Roth Warner III. Cremation has taken place. A celebration of life and dinner will be held at a later date. Condolences for family can be left by going to www.foxfh.com. --- Wyo4News.com, Sep 28, 2015 Anna Jo “Jodye” Wilmes Anna Jo “Jodye” Wilmes, 62, of Rock Springs, Wyoming passed away on Monday, September 28, 2015 following a fast battle with cancer. She was born on June 29, 1953 in Sheridan, Wyoming, the daughter of Joseph A. and D. Jean Shassetz. She grew up in Sheridan, attending Woodland Park School and Sheridan High School. After graduating in 1971, she attended college at Montana State University in Bozeman, Montana receiving a bachelors degree in nursing in 1975. She worked initially at the VA Hospital in Sheridan, then at the Public Health Office in Sheridan until 1986. At that time she took a position at the Public Health office in Rock Springs and continued to work for the State of Wyoming until her retirement on July 2nd of this year. She married Deryle Wilmes on May 17, 1975. They lived in Sheridan and Ranchester, Wyoming, and then Rock Springs, Wyoming. Mrs. Wilmes was a member of Holy Spirit Catholic Community. Her interests were spending time in the mountains, playing golf, traveling, her pets and spending time with her family and friends. She is survived by her husband of forty years, Deryle Wilmes of Rock Springs, Wyoming; one son Tony Wilmes and wife LizAnn of Post Falls, Idaho; two daughters Kathy Spory of Colorado Springs, Colorado and Lisa Wilmes of Columbia, Tennessee; her mother D. Jean Smith of Sheridan, Wyoming; one sister Andrea Garner and husband Ron of Tetonia, Idaho; one brother Jim Shassetz and wife Jennifer of Sheridan, Wyoming; five grandchildren; one aunt Betty Shassetz; several nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her father Joe Shassetz; one brother Mike Shassetz; one uncle Lindy Shassetz; grandparents Andrew and Anna Shassetz and Ted and Florence Dorothy. Cremation will take place and a mass of Christian burial will be celebrated at 10:00 A.M. Friday, October 2, 2015 at Saints Cyril and Methodius Catholic Church, 633 Bridger Avenue, Rock Springs, Wyoming. A rosary will be recited at 4:00 P.M. Thursday at the church. Friends may call at the church one hour prior to the rosary and one hour prior to the funeral services. Her ashes will be inurned at the Sheridan Cemetery with her grandparents at a later date. The family of Anna Jo “Jodye” Wilmes respectfully suggest that donations in her memory be made to Loaves & Fishes Soup Kitchen, 116 Broadway, Rock Springs, Wyoming or made to Hospice of Sweetwater County, 333 Broadway, Suite 220, Rock Springs, Wyoming 82901 or www.myhsc.org Condolences may be left at www.vasefuneralhomes.com. --- Wyo4News.com, Sep 28, 2015 Harry Nickolas Harry Nickolas, 86, of Rock Springs, Wyoming passed away on Saturday, September 27, 2015 at the Memorial Hospital of Sweetwater County. A life long resident of Rock Springs, Wyoming, Mr. Nickolas died following a lengthy illness. He was born on March 11, 1929 in Rock Springs, Wyoming, the son of Louis and Diamanta Nickolas. Mr. Nickolas attended schools in Rock Springs and graduated in 1947 from the Rock Springs High School and also attended the University of Wyoming. He married Dolores Romero in Rock Springs, Wyoming on May 29, 1976 and she preceded him in death on March 11, 2002. Mr. Nickolas was employed by Union Pacific Railroad as a foreman electrician at the roundhouse and worked for twenty eight and one half years, retiring in 1984. He was a member of Holy Trinity Greek Orthodox Church. His interests were wood working and tinkering with electrical projects. Survivors include one son Charles Eugene Bynon of Rock Springs, Wyoming and one daughter Jeanette Vensor of Rock Springs, Wyoming; one brother Pete Nickolas of Salt Lake City, Utah; one sister Clara Legaros of Las Vegas, Nevada; five grandchildren; thirteen great-grandchildren; one great-great-grandson; three great-great-granddaughters; two nieces and one nephew. He was preceded in death by his parents; wife Dolores ; one son Lee; one brother Spiro. Cremation will take place and memorial services will be conducted at 2:00 P.M. Wednesday, September 30, 2015 at the Vase Funeral Chapel, 154 Elk Street, Rock Springs, Wyoming. Inurnment will be in the Rock Springs Municipal Cemetery. Friends may call at the Vase Chapel on Wednesday, one hour prior to services. Condolences may be left at www.vasefuneralhomes.com. --- Wyo4News.com, Sep 28, 2015 Michael F. Chadey Michael F. Chadey passed away on Saturday, September 26th at the Memorial Hospital of Sweetwater County after a lengthy illness. Michael was born in Rock Springs on August 1, 1958 to Henry and Helen (Putz) Chadey. He attended schools in Rock Springs and was a member of the RSHS graduating class of 1976. While at RSHS Mike was a member of the Student Government and the National Honor Society, he played basketball and football and played in the 3rd Annual Shrine game for the South Team. Mike attended the University of Wyoming and graduated in 1979 with a Bachelor of Science degree in History. He worked for Mountain Fuel (Questar) before going back to the University of Wyoming for his Juris Doctor degree which he completed in 1984. In 1986 he open his Law Office and continued to practice law until his death. Michael served as an Administrative Law Judge for the State of Wyoming from 1990 – 2009, he also maintained a general law practice and represented numerous boards and individuals. Mike served on the Rock Springs Improvement Foundation, the Rock Springs Urban Renewal Board, the Catholic Charities Board and the Advisory Council for Wyoming Public Radio where he served as President in 1996 and then again from 2009 – 2013. Mike was a member of the Wyoming State Bar and the Sweetwater County Bar Associations. Mike was an avid downhill and cross country skier, he traveled the U.S. and Europe pursuing downhill skiing adventures and he pioneered numerous cross country skiing activities in the local area. He was an avid backpacker as well as white water rafter and canoer. He enjoyed sailing, not only on the Flaming Gorge, but on the East and West coasts of the U.S. Mike is a member of the Holy Spirit Catholic Community. He was active in the Slovinski Dom. Mike is survived by his wife of 19 years, Lynne Chadey and his children John Henry Chadey, Joseph Gillespie and companion Julie Moran, Amelia Santa and her husband Brent and their children Broderick and Hadley and his sisters Katherine Chadey and her husband Robert Lien, Mary Jo Chadey and Jeanne Babcock and husband Woody and numerous nephews and nieces and many cousins. Mike is preceded in death by his father, Henry Chadey and his father in-law and mother-in-law, Joseph and Margaret Hurney. Following cremation, A mass of Christian burial will be celebrated on Saturday, October 3rd at 11:00 a.m. at the Saints Cyril & Methodius Catholic Church, 633 Bridger Avenue, Rock Springs, Wyoming. A rosary will be recited on Friday, October 2nd at 6:00 p.m. Inurnment will be in the Rock Springs Municipal Cemetery. The family of Michael F. Chadey respectfully suggests that donations in his memory be made to Holy Spirit Catholic Community Elevator Fund, 116 Broadway, Rock Springs, Wyoming or Hospice of Sweetwater County, 333 Broadway, Suite 220, Rock Springs, Wyoming 82901 or www.myhsc.org Condolences may be left at www.vasefuneralhomes.com --- SweetwaterNow.com, Sep 30, 2015 Judith Aileen Mirgain Myers PINEDALE — Judith Aileen Mirgain Myers died September 29, 2015. She was born August 12, 1945 in New Brunswick, NJ and grew up in Fargo, ND to Frank and Velma (Chase) Mirgain. Judi graduated from Fargo Central High School, attended Cottey College in Nevada, MO and earned her Bachelors’ and Masters’ degrees in Elementary Education from Moorhead State College, Moorhead, MN. She married Rollin “Rollie” Myers on January 2, 1964 in Sisseton, SD. The couple lived in Milwaukee, WI for one year, Glyndon, MN for 10 years and Pinedale, WY for 40 years. They wintered near Prescott, AZ for 15 years and Mesquite, NV for four years. Judi is past member of PEO and Sublette County Artist Guild. She attended Pinedale Community Church in Pinedale and Valley Presbyterian in Mesquite. She devoted many years to her children, husband, and home as a stay-at-home mom, where she also took up many hobbies. She made and sold clay dough figurines, did creative bead work and crocheted potholders. She was director of Pinedale Area Chamber of Commerce for 4 years and taught first grade in Arizona for 15 years, where she impacted the lives of many young children with her enthusiasm for life and learning. She indexed the 1904-1999 Pinedale Roundup newspapers, wrote numerous interviews and historical articles, including the histories of Big Sandy, DC Bar, Z Bar U & Pines End Ranches. She wrote the original Walking Tour of Pinedale. She collaborated with Lynn Thompson to publish Writings in the Sheep Shed. Some of her lesser known, yet deeply cherished, writings include hundreds of weekly letters she wrote to each of her 9 grandchildren over the past two decades. While in Arizona, she and Rollie were Site Stewards for archeological sites. Always exploring beyond the “beaten path,” she compiled a dozen books of maps of their hikes and adventures in AZ, WY, NV and other states. After retirement she took up sketchbook journaling and line dancing. She also became an avid blogger, which she faithfully updated every morning for her friends and family. Judi, known as “Jammi” to her grandchildren and nicknamed ‘Maggie’ by her husband, was an adventurous, playful woman with energy and the heart of a child. She carried the joy of the Lord with her each day into whatever activity she was doing. She will be remembered as a fun-loving, kind, generous, adventurous, Christian Woman. Judi is survived by her husband of 51 years, Rollie, their children Rance (Marcy) of CA; Darin (Ginni) of Casper; Shara (Tom) Martin of OH; and Chase (Jessica) of TX; 9 grandchildren: Brittani, Skylin, Kathleen, Bridger, Mikayla, Haley, Cadence, Katy, Elliana and one on the way. Judi died in PinedaleSeptember 29, 2015 of Pancreatic Cancer. --- SweetwaterNow.com, Oct 1, 2015 Robert D. Campbell Robert D. Campbell, 81, of Rock Springs, Wyoming passed away on Wednesday, September 30, 2015 at the Memorial Hospital of Sweetwater County. A long time resident of Rock Springs, Mr. Campbell died following a lengthy illness. He was born on May 25, 1934 in Portland, Oregon, the son of John and Aletha Martin Campbell. Mr. Campbell attended schools in Shoshone and Riverton, Wyoming. He married the former Jane Gross on April 2, 2003 in Las Vegas, Nevada. Mr. Campbell was a United States Navy Veteran of the Korean Conflict. He was employed most recently by Seven X Energy as a line locator. He had also been a welder for Dale Inskeep for many years. Mr. Campbell was a member of Boilermaker’s Union. Survivors include his wife Jane Campbell of Rock Springs, Wyoming; four daughters Mickey Karlson, Connie Greer, Debbie Young and Teresa Peterson all of Idaho; one brother Martin Campbell of Sunnyside, Washington; one sister Donna McLavey of Everett, Washington; many grandchildren and many great grandchildren; several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents, one brother and one sister. Following cremation, a celebration of life will be conducted at 1:00 P.M. Friday, October 9, 2015 at the Vase Funeral Chapel, 154 Elk Street, Rock Springs, Wyoming. Friends may call at the Vase Chapel, on Friday, one hour prior to services. Condolences may be left at www.vasefuneralhomes.com --- SweetwaterNow.com, Oct 5, 2015 James B. Austin PINEDALE -— James B. Austin who was born in Minot, North Dakota on May 11, 1946. He loved traveling, hunting, fishing and most of all his soul-mate and wife of 46 years, Lorry. Jim had a unique Gift to touch many peoples’ lives, influencing and inspiring at key inflection points in others’ lives with his characteristics that spanned that of a father-figure, a school administrator, a mentor, a counselor and a friend. With all this love and commitment to those around him, it is comforting to those who knew him best that when Jim died on October 1, 2015 in the remote mountains of Wyoming he was in the area he loved, with people that loved him dearly and doing what he loved most. Jim is survived by his beloved wife Lorry Austin, son Phillip Austin, Brothers Don, Ken and Tim Austin and Sister Voni Kirkman. Jim was pre-deceased by Brothers Ted and Bob Austin, Mother Frances Austin and Father Ted Austin. The family would also like to thank the Tip Top Search & Rescue, Sublette County Sherriff’s Department, Flying A Ranch and especially to the families of Don & Kim Myers and Eric & Kristen Lippincott for their wonderful love, care and compassion during this time. A memorial service will be held Wednesday October 7 at 11:00 AM at Covill Fuenral Home in Pinedale. --- Wyo4News.com, Oct 5, 2015 Harry Walter Mitchell Harry Walter Mitchell, 88, of Green River, Wyoming, passed away on Friday, October 2nd at his home. A resident of Green River for the past three and one half years and former resident of Dubois, Wyoming, Mr. Mitchell had been in ill health for the past several years. He was born on January 15, 1927 in Lavoye, Wyoming, the son of the late Walter and Angela Mitchell. He married the love of his life Marilyn Gregory in Cortez, Colorado on December 5, 1969. She preceded him in death on August 29, 1986. Mr. Mitchell was a United States Navy Veteran of World War II. In his younger years he was a saddle bronc rider and spent his days as an outfitter and guide. He was a true cowboy who enjoyed hunting, fishing and ranching. He also worked in the oil field as a driller for many years. He had nine children and nineteen grandkids that he adored. Survivors are six sons Rod Mitchell, DK Mitchell, John Scott Mitchell and Ed Mitchell all of Montana, Kevin Reardon and Shane Mitchell both of Green River, Wyoming; three daughters Debra Mitchell of Montana, Karrie Ann Reardon of Pinedale, Wyoming and Sandy Mitchell of Gillette, Wyoming; two sisters Jeanne Mitchell of Montana and Mary Carter of Utah; his loving caretaker and daughter-in-law Dorothy Mitchell of Green River, Wyoming; nineteen grandchildren; twenty great-grandchildren; several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents; wife; one son Shawn; one brother Ray; one sister Maxine, one grandson Tyler Lane Reardon and one granddaughter Smokie Mitchell. Cremation will take place and services announced at a later date. --- SweetwaterNow.com, Oct 6, 2015 Renee Romig Ragsdale BIG HORN — Renee Romig Ragsdale, former resident of Green River passed away on Saturday, October 3, 2015 at her home in Big Horn, WY. She was preceded in death by her parents Robert and Marcella (Betz) Romig. She is survived by her husband of 49 Years, Bliss Ragsdale of Big Horn. She is also survived by their children Heath Ragsdale of Casper, WY, Bryan and Coral Ragsdale of Green River, WY, and Scott and Renae Ragsdale of Lander, WY. Grandchildren: Fallyn of Big Horn, Austin, Caleb, Kingston, Joanne of Green River, Groven, Cyliss, Dagan, Lyric of Lander, and Brayton, Jonny, Dallas of Maqucketa, IA. She is also survived by one brother, Robert Romig of Mack, CO. Funeral Services will be held at the Vase Flaming Gorge Chapel, 263 East Flaming Gorge Way, Green River on Friday the 9th of October at 10 am. Interment will be at Riverview Cemetery following service. At the request of the family in lieu of flowers please donate to the Charity of your choosing. --- SweetwaterNow.com, Oct 6, 2015 Mary Maxine Wiggen Mary Maxine Wiggen, 90, of Rock Springs, Wyoming passed away on Monday, October 5, 2015 at the Mission at Castle Rock in Green River, Wyoming. A life long resident of Rock Springs, Wyoming, she died following a lengthy illness. She was born on August 5, 1925, the daughter of the late Thomas and Bertha Robertson. Mrs. Wiggen attended schools in Rock Springs, Wyoming. She married John S. Wiggen on June 24, 1942 in Rock Springs, Wyoming and he preceded her in death on April 9, 2009. Mrs. Wiggen was employed by the Union Pacific Railroad as a crew driver for many years. Her interests included going to their cabin, shopping, gardening and spending time with her pets. Survivors include two sons Don Wiggen and wife Pam and Tom Wiggen all of Rock Springs, Wyoming; one daughter Sharron Lee Gerber of Newport, Washington; four grandchildren Jerry Diggins, Tracy Atwood, Melissa Wiggen and Andrew Wiggen; several great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, and her son Robert Wiggen. Following cremation, graveside services will be conducted at 11:45 A.M. Friday, October 16, 2015 at the Rock Springs Municipal Cemetery. --- SweetwaterNow.com, Oct 6, 2015 Fred “Fritz” Yenko Fred “Fritz” Yenko, 84, of Rock Springs, Wyoming passed away on Tuesday, October 6, 2015 at the home of his son. A life long resident of Rock Springs, Wyoming, Mr. Yenko had been in ill health for the past year. He was the son of John Yenko and Frances Retel Yenko. Mr. Yenko attended shools in Rock Springs and was a graduate of the Rock Springs High School with the class of 1949. He married the former Ruby Kay Wolf in Rock Springs on August 24, 1958 and she preceded him in death on December 5, 2005. Mr. Yenko was a United States Army Veteran of the Korean War. He was a self employed auto mechanic. His interests included hunting and fishing. He was an avid outdoorsman. Survivors include one son Ken Yenko and companion Juanita Perez of Rock Springs, Wyoming; two daughters Janet Avery of Ogden, Utah and Karen Vitt of Pinedale, Wyoming; four grandchildren Sam Avery, Shari Howells and husband Jeff, Anthony Vitt and Zack Vitt and wife Ahna; five great-grandchildren Kiera, Devin and Kayden Avery, Miryah Bass and LeRoy Vitt. He was preceded in death by his parents, wife Ruby and one brother John Yenko. Cremation will take place and memorial services will be announced at a later date. --- SweetwaterNow.com, Oct 7, 2015 Steven J. Wataha Steven J. Wataha, 76, of Rock Springs, Wyoming passed away on Wednesday, August 12, 2015 at the University of Utah Medical Center in Salt Lake City, Utah. A life long resident of Rock Springs, Mr. Wataha died following a brief illness. He was born on March 4, 1939 in Rock Springs, Wyoming, the son of the late John Joseph Wataha and Susan Steffan Wataha. Mr. Wataha attended school in Rock Springs and was a graduate of the Rock Springs High School. He was a employed by the City of Rock Springs as lead mechanic for many years and later opened his own business.Steve’s Auto Repair ran it for many years. Mr. Wataha was an honored member of the NRA. Survivors include three nephews including John D. Browne of Clermont, Florida and two nieces. He was preceded in death by his parents, one sister, one brother and one nephew. Following the cremation, private family services were held. Condolences may be left at www.vasefuneralhomes.com --- SweetwaterNow.com, Oct 8, 2015 Tharon Greenwood Thompson BIG PINEY — Lifelong Sublette County resident Tharon Greenwood Thompson, 92, of Big Piney, Wyoming passed away peacefully at the Sublette Center in Pinedale, Wyoming on October 8, 2015. Tharon was the first child born to James F. and Mae E. Mickelson on August 23, 1923. She graduated from high school in Big Piney, Wyoming and went on to graduate from the University of Wyoming. In 1950 she married James A. Greenwood, Jr. They were married for 37 years until the time of his death in 1989. From this union four children were born- Jill, Celeste, Elizabeth, and James Avery. Tharon later married Robert V. Thompson who preceded her in death in March of 2015. In addition, Tharon is preceded in death by her parents, Jim and Mae Mickelson; brother Polly Mickelson; sister Betty Thompson; and daughter Jill Palm. She is survived by brother, Gordon (Margaret) Mickelson of Big Piney, WY; daughters Celeste Mori (Robert) of Kemmerer, WY and Elizabeth Greenwood of Pinedale, WY; son James Greenwood (Suzanne) of Big Piney, WY. ; three adult step children- Scott, Tim, and Peter Thompson; and eight grandchildren-Andrea Gallegos (Derek), Brandon Palm, Michael Mori, Alisa Rawson (Jesse), Jake Greenwood (Mary), Levi Greenwood, Parker Greenwood, Hannah Brown, two step-grandchildren- Damian and Patrick Brown, and five great-grandchildren. Tharon lived a full life serving on many boards and committees as well as actively working with her first husband Jim on their ranch the Bar Flying V. She was a member of the American League Auxiliary and Ranch Woman of the year for Sublette County in 1990. She was a pianist for the Big Piney Community Congregational Church for over 50 years, actively participated in the Sublette County Artist’s Guild, and was a member of the Order of Eastern Star. Tharon was an excellent cook and honed her culinary skills while cooking for hay crews, cowboys and the many guests she hosted. She loved reading and wrote beautiful stories of special people and events in her life. She adored her grandchildren and loved the opportunity to care for and get to know them. Tharon never missed an opportunity to travel the world and see new sights. Though she suffered many losses and health challenges in her life, she was never without a smile and a twinkle in her eyes. Funeral service will be held at the Southwest Sublette County Pioneer’s Senior Center on Monday, October 12 at 11:00 am with Pastor Jim Silvey officiating. Burial will follow at Big Piney Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the Sublette Center at Box 788, Pinedale, WY 82941 or The Green River Valley Museum at 206 North Front Street, Big Piney, WY 83113. The family wishes to extend their gratitude to the Sublette Center and to special friend Irma VanderVeld for their support and many kindnesses in her final days. --- Wyo4News.com, Oct 9, 2015 William G. "Bill" Riley William G. “Bill” Riley, 78, of Rock Springs, Wyoming passed away on Thursday, October 08, 2015 at his home. A longtime resident of Rock Springs, Mr. Riley died following a lengthy illness. He was born in Miles City, Montana on September 24, 1937, the son of the late William L. and Virginia Riley. Mr. Riley attended schools in Belle Fourche, South Dakota and Casper, Wyoming. He was a 1954 graduate of Casper Natrona High School. Following high school, he attended the Casper, College. He married the former Maggie Henry in Glenrock, Wyoming on May 19, 1961. Mr. Riley was a United States Navy Veteran who served with Unites States Atlantic Fleet. He was employed at Pacific Corp. for forty years and retired as a shift supervisor in 1987. Golfing was his passion and he hit a hole in one. He had many interests including attending his grandchildren’s sporting events in soccer, basketball, and football. He also enjoyed bowling, working crossword puzzles, playing cribbage, and spending time with family and friends. He loved music and playing the guitar. Mr. Riley was an accomplished dancer and was a platinum dancer for Arthur Murray Dance Studios. He was a member of the Holy Spirit Catholic Community and Lion’s Club. Survivors include his wife Maggie Riley of Rock Springs, Wyoming; one son Shannon Riley and wife Colette of Rock Springs, Wyoming; one daughter Kelly Palmer of Green River, Wyoming; four sisters Sharron Heenan of Tennessee, Hope Barnes of California, Cara Gleason of Arizona and Jolynn Olds of California; four grandchildren Kasey Riley, Cooper Palmer, Chase Riley and Alex Palmer; several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents and one brother-in-law Glen Henry. Following cremation, a mass of Christian burial will be celebrated at 10:00 A.M. Tuesday, October 13, 2015, at Saints Cyril & Methodius Catholic Church, 633 Bridger Avenue, Rock Springs, Wyoming. Graveside services and Inurnment will be in the Rock Springs Municipal Cemetery Columbarium. Friends may call at the church, one hour prior to services on Tuesday. The family of William G. “Bill” Riley respectfully suggests that donations in his memory be made to The Dialysis Unit at Memorial Hospital of Sweetwater County, P.O. Box 1359, Rock Springs, Wyoming 82902 or Boys & Girls Club, 736 Massachusetts Avenue, Rock Springs, Wyoming 82901. Condolences may be left at www.vasefuneralhomes.com --- SweetwaterNow.com, Oct 12, 2015 Janice Oliveto Janice Oliveto, 64, of Rock Springs, Wyoming passed away on Saturday, October 10, 2015. She had been a long time resident of Rock Springs, Wyoming. She was born on August 16, 1951 in Salt Lake City, Utah, the daughter of Clint Lundeberg. Mrs. Oliveto attended schools in Salt Lake City, Utah and was a 1969 graduate of the Skyline High School. She married Dominic Oliveto in Salt Lake City, Utah on September 29, 1991. Mrs. Oliveto was employed as a legal secretary for Hampton and Newman Law Firm for the past twenty years. Her interests were attending Country and Western Concerts, side by side rallys, riding four-wheelers, camping and she loved playing with her grandchildren. Survivors include her husband Dominic Oliveto of Rock Springs, Wyoming; two sons Scott Oliveto and wife Karen of Price, Utah and Ross Oliveto and wife Brandi of Green River, Wyoming; three daughters Jenifer Lockwood and husband Mark of Kenai, Alaska, Corey Trujillo of Pinedale, Wyoming, and Kaycee Oliveto of West Jordan, Utah; two brothers Scott Anderson and wife Shiree and Carl Lundeberg and wife Jan all of Salt Lake City, Utah; grandchildren Tyler Trujillo, Taner Trujillo, Denali, Dawson, and Parker Lockwood, Braxton Oliveto, Skylie Oliveto, Tiffani Oliveto, Taylor Oliveto, Tasha Conner Oliveto, William Oliveto, and Dominic Oliveto; one niece Karly Anderson and one nephew Jeremy Anderson. She was preceded in death by her father and her maternal grandmother Rilla Rosenlund. Following cremation, a celebration of life will be conducted at 1:00 P.M. Friday at Bunning Park. The family of Janice Oliveto respectfully suggests that donations in her memory be made to Red Desert Humane Society, 301 Yellowstone Road, Rock Springs, Wyoming. 82901 --- SweetwaterNow.com, Oct 12, 2015 Bryan James Maiden Bryan James Maiden, 25, of Rock Springs passed away Saturday, October 10, 2015 at his home. He was born December 21, 1989 the son of Tammy and Roger Jones. He attended schools in Rock Springs and graduated from Rock Springs High School with the class of 2007. He married Megan Ann McMackin October 1, 2011 in Las Vegas. He had worked for Jim Bridger Power Plant for the last few years. His interests were camping, fishing, hunting, and spending time with his boys, family and friends. He will always be remembered as a loving and caring husband, father, and son. Survivors include his wife Megan Maiden of Rock Springs; parents Tammy and Roger Jones of Rock Springs; sons Dakota James and Noah James Maiden both of Rock Springs; father-in-law Mark McMackin of Riverton; mother-in-law Sheryl Sullivan and husband Casey of Riverton; sister Kryn Maiden of Rock Springs; cousins Holley Ferguson, Morgan Holmes, and Delaney Lucero; niece River Sage Haynes. He was preceded in death by his grandparents, cousin Chad Ferguson and aunt Donna McFarlind. Cremation has taken place at Fox Crematory, Rock Springs. A celebration of life will be held at 1:00 pm Wednesday, October 21, 2015 at the Emmanuel Baptist Church, 3309 Sweetwater Dr, Rock Springs. Condolences for family can be left at www.foxfh.com. --- SweetwaterNow.com, Oct 12, 2015 Thomas “Tom” John Kershisnik Thomas “Tom” John Kershisnik, 85, of Rock Springs, passed away on Saturday, October 10, 2015 in Highlands Ranch, Colorado with loving family at his bedside. A lifelong resident of Rock Springs, Mr. Kershisnik had been in ill health for the past five months. He was born of August 14, 1930 in Rock Springs, Wyoming, the son of the late John J. and Angela Kershisnik. Mr. Kershisnik attended schools in Rock Springs and graduated from the Rock Springs High School in 1948. He attended and graduated from the University Of Notre Dame with a BBA degree. He married the former Mary Jo Henderson at the Notre Dame Cathedral in Notre Dame, Indiana on June 4, 1956. Mr. Kershisnik was a United States Navy Veteran of the Korean Conflict and served from June of 1948 until June of 1952. He was partner/owner of Excelsior Motors and also broker/owner of ERA The Homefinders in Rock Springs. A member of the Holy Spirit Catholic Community, Mr. Kershisnik was also a member of the Chamber of Commerce, Knights of Columbus, B.P.O. Elks Lodge and the American Legion Archie Hay Post #24. Survivors include his wife Mary Jo Kershisnik of Rock Springs, Wyoming; four sons Tim Kershisnik and wife Terri of Highlands Ranch, Colorado, Dan Kershisnik of Rock Springs, Wyoming, Pat Kershisnik and wife Frances of Boise, Idaho, and Michael Kershisnik and wife Erin of Olympia, Washington; four daughters Joan Kershisnik Bayes and devoted partner Joel Cribb of Mesquite, Texas, Angela Kershisnik Rutledge and husband Rick of Elizabethtown, Kentucky, Elizabeth “Bess” Kershisnik and husband Tim Draper of DeKalb, Illinois and Julia Kershisnik Sweedler and husband Steve of Shorewood, Illinois; one brother Donald Kershisnik and wife Renee of Northridge, California; twenty-three grandchildren Thomas, Kevin, Kathleen, Emma, Elizabeth, Mary, Madeleine, Sarah, Will, Jack, Grace, Rebecca, Ben, Eli, Francesca, Caroline, Angela (Elle), Halle, Angela, Tristan, Lincoln, Emrys and Kyra; several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents; one brother, John Kershisnik; two sisters, Angela Pipkin and Cecelia Thomas and one grandson, Henry (Hal) Kershisnik. A mass of Christian burial will be celebrated at 11:00 A.M. Monday, October 19, 2015 at Saints Cyril & Methodius Catholic Church, 633 Bridger Avenue, Rock Springs, Wyoming. A vigil service with rosary will be conducted at 6:00 P.M. Sunday at the church. Interment will be in the Rock Springs Municipal Cemetery. Friends may call at the church one hour prior to the vigil service on Sunday and on Monday one hour prior to services. In lieu of flowers, Young At Heart Community Center, Hospice or the charity of your choice. Condolences can be sent to 210 Aspen Way, Rock Springs, Wyoming. Condolences may be left at www.vasefuneralhomes.com --- Wyo4News.com, Oct 12, 2015 Linda M. Doty Linda M. Doty, 67, of Green River, Wyoming passed away on Friday, October 2, 2015 at her home. A long time resident of Green River, Wyoming and former resident of Anita, Iowa, Mrs. Doty died following a lengthy illness. She was born on July 24, 1948 in Anita, Iowa, the daughter of John and Helen Briles Atwood. Mrs. Doty attended schools in Burns, Wyoming and was a 1967 graduate of the Burns High School. She married Paul L. Doty, Jr. in Cheyenne, Wyoming on July 29, 1968. Mrs. Doty was employed by School District #2 for many years as a nurses aid. She later worked as a Community Education Assistant at Western Wyoming Community College until ill health forced her retirement. She was a member of the Lions Club and Fraternal Order of the Eagles Auxillary. She was also a member of Golden Hour Senior Citizen’s Center and had served as a board member. Her interests included camping, cooking, arts and crafts but most of all spending time with her grandchildren. Survivors include her husband Paul L. Doty, Jr. of Green River, Wyoming; one son Michael Doty of Green River, Wyoming; one daughter Audra Sutton and husband Glenn of Green River, Wyoming; two brothers Bill Atwood and Dean Atwood both of Cheyenne, Wyoming; four grandchildren Rylie Sutton, Faith Sutton, Dalton Bergstrom and Brodie Sutton; two cousins that are like her sisters Deborah Wall and Nancy Brumbaugh; one niece Patty McClure. She was preceded in death by her parents John and Helen Atwood; one brother John W. Atwood and one sister Carol Atwood. Cremation will take place and a celebration of her life will be conducted at 11:00 A.M. Saturday, October 17, 2015 at the Hilltop Baptist Church, 405 Faith Drive, Green River, Wyoming. Friends may call at the church, one hour prior to services. Graveside services and Inurnment will be in Cheyenne Memorial Gardens in Cheyenne, Wyoming at a later date. Condolences may be left at www.vasefuneralhomes.com --- SweetwaterNow.com, Oct 16, 2015 Lorraine Cheese Lorraine Cheese, 80, of Rock Springs, Wyoming passed away on Tuesday, October 13, 2015 at the Brookdale Assisted Living in Ogden, Utah. A long time resident of Rock Springs, Mrs. Cheese had been in ill health for the past several years. She was born on March 7, 1935 in Evanston, Wyoming, the daughter of Wesley and Dorothy Price. Mrs. Cheese grew up in Evanston, Wyoming and graduated Evanston High School. She later attended Weber State University in Ogden, Utah and obtained her Nursing Degree. She married Ronald I. Cheese in Evanston, Wyoming on June 9, 1956 and he preceded her in death on May 19, 2003. Mrs. Cheese was employed at Memorial Hospital of Sweetwater County for many years as a registered nurse. Her passion was taking care of her family and her patients. She enjoyed traveling with her husband Survivors include her three sons Ron Cheese, John Cheese and wife Sue, and Brad Cheese and wife Jill all of Rock Springs, Wyoming; two daughters Debra Tamosauskas and husband Mike of Rock Springs, Wyoming and Brenda Reusser of Bel Air, Texas; nine grandchildren; five great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents, husband and her twin sister Louise. Funeral Services will be held at 2:00 P.M., Tuesday, October 20, 2015 at the Vase Funeral Chapel, 154 Elk Street in Rock Springs, Wyoming. Friends may call on Tuesday from 11:00 A.M. until time of funeral services. Interment will be in the Rock Springs Municipal Cemetery, 802 Thompson Street, Rock Springs, Wyoming. Condolences may be left at www.vasefuneralhomes.com --- SweetwaterNow.com, Oct 19, 2015 Leola L. Kaumo Leola L. Kaumo, 90, of Rock Springs, Wyoming passed away on Saturday, October 17, 2015 at Memorial Hospital of Sweetwater County. A lifelong resident of Rock Springs, Wyoming, Mrs. Kaumo passed away following a lengthy illness. She was born in Rock Springs, Wyoming on May 21, 1925, the daughter of Albert Carlton and Delphia Shelton Carlton. Mrs. Kaumo attended schools in Rock Springs, Wyoming and graduated from Rock Springs High School with the Class of 1943. She married Leno Chester Kaumo in Rock Springs, Wyoming on July 10, 1944 and he preceded her in death in Nevada on November 4, 1986. Her interests included china painting, crochetting, knitting, watching Dancing with the Stars, American Idol and spending time with her family, including her grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Survivors include one son Leonard A. Kaumo and wife Sherri of Rock Springs, Wyoming; one daughter Kristy Anselmi of Rock Springs, Wyoming; eleven grandchildren, Jon, Jacob and Joey Kaumo, Jenny Fann, Jaysha Eikanger, Jared James, Kalista Lacey, Jodi Barnum, Jackie Marvel, Kari Costantino and Karl Leno Kaumo; seventeen great-grandchildren and several nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents, husband, two sons Karl Leno Kaumo and Dr. Jerry Neil Kaumo and one grandson Justin James. Funeral Services will be held at 10:00 A.M., Thursday, October 22, 2015 at the LDS Stake Center, 2055 Edgar Street in Rock Springs, Wyoming. Bishop Cody Martinez will conduct the services. Interment will be in the Rest Haven Memorial Gardens, North of Rock Springs. Friends may call at the Vase Funeral Chapel from 5:00 P.M. to 7:00 P.M. on Wednesday October 21, 2015 and again at the church on Thursday until time of services. Pallbearers: Charles Anthony Barnum, Jacob Kaumo, Jacob Kaumo, Jr., Jonah Kaumo, Jered James, Joey Kaumo and Josh Eikanger. Condolences may be left at www.vasefuneralhomes.com --- SweetwaterNow.com, Oct 19, 2015 Joyce Ann Harper Joyce Ann Harper, 54, of Rock Springs, Wyoming passed away on Friday, October 16, 2015 at Memorial Hospital of Sweetwater County in Rock Springs. A resident of Rock Springs, Wyoming, Ms. Harper passed away following a brief illness. She was born on April 25, 1961 in Flagler, Colorado, the daughter of Richard Dale Ingersoll and Joyce Marie Leach. Ms. Harper attended schools in Colorado and Wyoming and graduated from Wodlin High School with the Class of 1980. She married Robert Harper in Rock Springs, Wyoming on February 22, 1986 and they later divorced. Ms. Harper worked at Taco John’s for two years. She taught sunday school for her church and was a Girl Scout leader. Survivors include her parents Alan and Joyce Saari of Painesdale, Michigan; one son Daniel Harper of Laramie, Wyoming; two daughters Summer Harper of Mesa, Arizona and Leslie Hower and husband Mark of Rock Springs, Wyoming; four brothers Tim Sewell and wife Mandy of Rock Springs, Wyoming, Barry Ingersoll of Rawlins, Wyoming, Ronald Sewell of Las Vegas, Nevada and Dwayne Sewell of Rice, Minnesota; two sisters Betty Morrison of Green River, Wyoming and Dayla Ingersoll of Spokane Valley, Washington; seven grandchildren, Daniel Duran, Michelle Harper, Kenzie Allen, Eddie Hower, Amaia Hower, Leighanne Harper and Urijah Harper and several aunts, uncles, cousins, nephews and nieces. She was preceded in death by Richard and Betty Ingersoll, Sr., Richard Ingersoll, Jr. and R.B. and Ella Leach. Following cremation a Memorial Service will be held at 10:00 A.M., Friday, October 23, 2015 at Vase Funeral Chapel, 154 Elk Street, Rock Springs, Wyoming. Reverend Kay Grice will conduct the services. Friends may call one hour prior to services. Condolences may be left at www.vasefuneralhomes.com --- SweetwaterNow.com, Oct 20, 2015 W. David Williams W. David Williams, 67, of Rock Springs, Wyoming died Monday, October 19, 2015 at his home with his family by his side. Mr. Williams had lived in Rock Springs for almost forty years. He was in declined health for almost two years. Mr. Williams was born on August 19, 1948 in Albuquerque, New Mexico, the son of Walter Lloyd Wright and Clara Juanita Morrow. They later divorced and nine years later Clara married Glenn Williams, who adopted David. He attended schools in Moriarty, New Mexico and graduated from Moriarty High School with the Class of 1966. Mr. Williams served in the United States Army in the 101st Airborne Screaming Eagles, where he was a crew chief and a gunner in Vietnam. He did two tours there and had a honorable discharge in May of 1970. He married Debra Patterson in New Mexico in 1972 and had one daughter Monica. They later divorced in 1974. In 1981 Mr. Williams married Barbara Sanchez of Rock Springs, Wyoming and he raised two sons, Micheal and Eddie. Mr. Williams was self-employed and was the owner/operator of W. David Williams Trucking. His interests were his family, working on his truck, hunting, fishing, camping, family get togethers, BBQ’s, facebook, NRA and American Legion. Survivors include his wife, Barbara Williams of Rock Springs, Wyoming; two sons, Micheal Sanchez and wife Deonna of Sheridan, Wyoming and Eddie Del Rio of Sierra Vista, Arizona; one daughter, Monica Seifers of Milford, Utah; one brother, Harold Williams of Edgewood, New Mexico; two sisters, Gloria Clements and husband Robert of Edgewood, New Mexico and Sharon Abrahamson of Avon Lake, Ohio; six grandchildren, Casey Carson, Paige Sanchez, Devan Sanchez, Edward Del Rio, Autumn Seifers and Aspen Seifers; and four great-grandchildren, Raylynn Overy, Hoyt Seifers, Austynn Seifers anad Stryder Seifers, He was preceded in death by his biological father, Lloyd Wright and mom, Clara Williams and step-father, Glenn Williams; nephew, Jimmy Clements; niece, Sarah Clements; father-in-law, Cinesio Sanchez and mother-in-law, Juila Sanchez. Following cremation memorial services with military honors will be held at 10:00 A.M., Friday, October 23, 2015 at the American Legion Archie Hay, 551 Broadway, Rock Springs, Wyoming. The American Legion Chaplin, Matt Jett will conduct the services. Friends may call one hour prior to services. Condolences may be left at www.vasefuneralhomes.com --- SweetwaterNow.com, Oct 20, 2015 Geof D. Townsend Geof D. Townsend, 46, of Rock Springs, died Saturday, October 17, 2015 at Memorial Hospital of Sweetwater County. He was a longtime resident of Rock Springs. He was born August 23, 1969 in Gresham, Oregon, the son of George Charles Townsend and Patricia Pearl Hanley Townsend. He attended schools in Rock Springs and graduated from Rock Springs High School with the class of 1987. He married Regina Eagle May 23, 1998 in Rock Springs. He worked driving trucks for Fed Ex for the last 6 years. He was a member of Restoration Ministries in Rock Springs. His interests were family, friends, cars, camping, fishing, racing, and wood working. It is impossible to specifically list every life he touched, but no life will ever be the same without him. Survivors include his wife Regina Townsend of Las Vegas; sons Nathan Gines and wife Caroline of Rock Springs, Kenyon Gines and wife Bernadette of Denver, Colorado, Ronnie Justus and wife Andrea and Michael Gutierrez and wife Bryanne all of Rock Springs; brother Wayne Townsend of Denver, Colorado; sisters Nedra Runkel and husband Jeff of Green River, Anna Archer of Rock Springs, Rhoda Barnhouse and husband Dave of Reliance, and Barbara Sellers of Omaha, Nebraska; grandchildren Corby, Echo, Elijah, Jennie, Nicole, Destiny, Bree, Christian, Maddie, Kensie, Joseph, Esperanza, Selena, Isabella, Kenyon Jr., Sabrina, Valerie and Faith; several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents, older brother Roger, brother-in-law Gary, sister-in-law, Cassie, and father-in-law Donald. Funeral services will be held at 4:00pm Saturday, October 24,2015 at the Sweetwater Events complex (main hall), 3320 Yellowstone Road, Rock Springs. A viewing will be held 6-8 pm Friday, October 23, 2015 at Fox Funeral Home, 2800 Commercial Way, Rock Springs and Saturday one hour prior to the services at the events complex. Pallbearers will be Nathan Gines, Kenyon Gines, Ronnie Justus, Michael Gutierrez, Andy Crouch and Kevin Rock. Family requests that you bring your favorite photo to add to the mural and wear something to the service that reminds you of Geof. In lieu of flowers, family request donations to: Geof Townsend Memorial Fund at Bank of the West. All donations will be forwarded to Cowboys Against Cancer and his medical expenses. Cremation will follow at Fox Crematory, Rock Springs. Condolences for family can be left by going to www.foxfh.com. --- SweetwaterNow.com, Oct 21, 2015 Betty Ann Marchetti WASHINGTON, UTAH — Betty Ann Marchetti, 83, of Washington, Utah passed away on Monday, October 19, 2015. After a two year battle with cancer, Betty Marchetti passed away in Washington, Utah surrounded by her family. She was born on August, 31, 1932 in Rock Springs, WY, to father Candido Moses and mother Helen Moses. Mrs. Marchetti lived in Superior, WY and Rock Springs, WY for 61 years and later moved to Pinedale, WY where she resided for 19 years. In 2012 Betty relocated to Washington, UT to enjoy the warm weather. Betty is survived by her husband Fred Marchetti of Washington, UT; and four children, Fred Marchetti Jr. and Patty Flowers of Tulsa, OK; Dennis Marchetti and Brad Marchetti both of Rock Springs, WY; and Shauna Marchetti and Ronald Gregg of Las Vegas, NV. She is also survived by ten grandchildren, twenty-one great grandchildren, several nieces and nephews, two cousins, her aunt and sister in law. She is preceded in death by her parents; step father Fred Kenney; her sister, Dolores Kiser; her sister, Gloria Bennett; and brother, Robert Moses. Betty loved cooking, gardening, shopping, traveling with her husband Fred and enjoying her children, grandchildren and great grandchildren. She was loved greatly and will be deeply missed. At her request, no service will be held. --- Wyo4News.com, Oct 21, 2015 Sky Lee Reed Sky Lee Reed lived three months and died in his parent’s arms surrounded by loved ones at the Ronald MacDonald house in Salt Lake City, Utah after struggling with congenital heart and liver disease. He passed gently into the arms of Jesus. Sky is the son of James and Christy Reed and little brother to (Juju) Julie Reed. Sky was a miracle and brought joy, love, and light to all who knew him. Sky was famous for his wild hair that Juju was so fond of. He was loved by all who saw or held him. Sky brought the family closer to God, and he will be loved and missed. Sky’s heart was broken here but will be fixed above. A grave side service will be held Saturday, October 24th, 2:00 pm at the Aragon family cemetery in Kinnear, Wy. A meal will follow after services at 111311 1/2 highway 26. Kinnear, WY. Sky is survived by his Mother Christy, Father James, Sister Julie (Juju), Grandparents Larry Tavegia, Roger and Karen Reed, Elizabeth Reed, Great Grandparents Dorthy Aragon, Dan and Wanda Reed, Aunts and Uncles Tanya and Kevin Martin, Lacey Tavegia, Chris Macy, Reuben Reed, Tanja and Cody Kinney, Racheal, Tamara, Timothy Reed, and Rabecca Freeman. Sky is preceeded in death by Peter V. Aragon, Julie A. Tavegia, Misty J. Collinsworth, The family would like to provide Sky with a beautiful service to honor the wonderful three months he blessed the earth. If you would like to help with those expenses a gofundme account has been set up. --- Wyo4News.com, Oct 23, 2015 Rock Springs Woman Dies In Crash Near Edgerton Thursday A two vehicle crash northeast of Edgerton, Wyoming on October 22nd has resulted in the death of 26 year old Rock Springs, Wyoming resident Sarah R. Spiker. The crash occurred at 3:30 p.m. on Wyoming State Highway 387 near mile post 103 approximately three miles northeast of Edgerton. A westbound 2009 GMC Sierra pickup, driven by 20 year old Casper, Wyoming resident William L. Gifford, left it’s lane of travel and entered the eastbound lane of travel. The GMC collided head-on with the eastbound 2006 Chevrolet Suburban driven by Sarah Spiker in the eastbound lane of travel. Sarah Spiker was not wearing her seat belt and sustained fatal injuries on scene. William Gifford was wearing his seat belt and was transported by helicopter ambulance to Wyoming Medical Center in Casper. His status is unknown at the time of this release. The crash did cause a closure of the highway until 10:05 p.m. Contributing factors in this crash are still under investigation and charges are pending. Sarah Spiker marked the 119th highway fatality in Wyoming for 2015. There were 125 fatalities in this same time period in 2014. Press release from Wyoming Highway Patrol --- SweetwaterNow.com, Oct 25, 2015 Sally I. Pickell Sullivan Sally was born in Rock Springs, WY to Marjory Showers Pickell and John Clair “J.C.” Pickell January 2, 1942, the fifth of seven children. She passed to spirit October 22, 2015. Sally was raised in southwestern Wyoming except for a brief period when the family lived in San Francisco, CA. She graduated as valedictorian from Eden-Farson High School in 1960. She went to San Diego, CA and was immediately employed by Metropolitan Life Insurance Company. She met and married Richard Armstrong and they had two sons. Richard and Sally were later divorced. In 1963 the family moved to Eugene, OR where Sally worked first for Manning Seed Company as an Independent Seed Cone Purchaser and later for Sears Roebuck and Company. In 1965 the family moved to Pinedale where Sally worked for a year for Delgado Oil Company and then moved on to a position with the USDA Forest Service. This led to various positions, promotions and moves with assignments to Libby, MT; Rapid City, SD; Missoula, MT; Elko, NV; McCall, ID; and finally to Portland, OR where she ultimately retired in 1994 as Deputy Station Director of the USDA Pacific Northwest Research Station. Sally’s career with the Forest Service ranged from a G-S Clerk-Typist to a GM-14 Deputy Station Director. She received numerous cash awards and other forms of recognition for her achievements. During the last several years of her career, Sally was often involved in working with groups in Washington DC to assist in the development of national administrative policy within the Forest Service. She was the first female administrative officer in region 4 and later became the first female of a four person executive team at the Pacific Northwest Research Station where she directed all administrative activities and approved administrative research policy for the station and laboratories in Oregon, Washington and Alaska. Sally married Elmer “Denny” Sullivan in Elko, NV in 1980. After she retired in 1994, she and her husband moved several times to either build homes or fix-up homes for resale. They lived in Battleground, WA; Casper, WY; Prescott Valley, AZ; Rock Springs, WY; Casa Grande, AZ: Montpelier, ID; Dewey, AZ; They also did extensive traveling and made many friends while “snowbirding” each winter in Arizona. They made a final move to Pinedale’s Sublette Retirement Center after her husband suffered a devastating stroke in 2014. She is survived by her husband Elmer “Denny” Sullivan; sons Brian W. (Lori) Armstrong of Conway, AR; Karl G. Armstrong of Elko, NV; stepsons Blaine A. (Chiho) Sullivan of Lakeside, CA ; J. Mark (Marilyn) Sullivan of Farmington Hills, MI; Lance (Jodi) Sullivan of Mesa, AZ; stepdaughters Holly A. (Russ) Browder of Glendale, AZ; Kathleen (Chuck) Smith of Mead, WA and numerous grandchildren, great-grandchildren, cousins, nieces and nephews. She is preceded in death by her parents Marjory and JC Pickell, sisters Marie Grever and Elsie Foote, and brothers Jack Pickell and Joe Pickell. Memorial contributions in Sally’s memory can be made to the Sublette Center P.O. Box 788, Pinedale, WY 82941. --- SweetwaterNow.com, Oct 26, 2015 Sarah Ranae Spiker RAWLINS — Sarah Ranae Spiker, 26, of Rawlins, Wyoming passed away on Thursday, October 22, 2015. A resident of Rawlins, Wyoming and former longtime resident of Rock Springs, Wyoming, Miss Spiker passed away from injuries sustained in an automobile accident. She was born on December 19, 1988 in Rock Springs, Wyoming, the daughter of Anthony Lewis and Tracy Ranae Spiker. Miss Spiker attended schools in Rock Springs, Wyoming. Her interests included listening to music, cooking, and spending time with family and friends. Survivors include her parents, Tony and Tracy Spiker of Rawlins, Wyoming; one son Shantz Mathew Vigil of Green River, Wyoming; two daughters Abagail Ranae Vigil of Green River, Wyoming and Ramie Meadow Shonewald of Rock Springs, Wyoming; one brother Aaron Spiker of Rock Springs, Wyoming; one sister Brittanie Gil and husband Aaron of Rock Springs, Wyoming; paternal grandmother Carol Spiker McGuire and husband Paul of Rock Springs, Wyoming and maternal grandparents Lawrence and Margie Martinez of Reliance, Wyoming and several aunts, uncles, cousins, nephews and nieces. She was preceded in death by her paternal grandfather Tony Spiker, one uncle, Mike Spiker; two cousins Kevin Corazza and Danial Hunter. Funeral Services will be conducted 1:00 P.M. Thursday, October 29, 2015 at the Vase Funeral Chapel, 154 Elk Street, Rock Springs, Wyoming. Interment will be in the Rest Haven Memorial Gardens. Friends may call at the Vase Chapel onWednesday, October 28, 2015 from 4:00 P.M. until 6:00 P.M. and on Thursday at the Vase Chapel until time of funeral services. Condolences may be left @ www.vasefuneralhomes.com --- SweetwaterNow.com, Oct 26, 2015 Paul Neslen Scherbel BIG PINEY — Paul Neslen Scherbel, son of Paul Scherbel and Annette Neslen, was born October 21, 1917 at Utah Holy Cross Hospital in Salt Lake City. He passed away October, 22, 2015 the day after his 98th birthday. He grew up in Salt Lake City attending Lowell Elementary and Bryant Junior High. He graduated from West High School at 16 and attended the University of Utah for one year. After working for the Civilian Conservation Corps for one year he enrolled in the School of Forestry at Utah State Agricultural College (now Utah State University), graduating in 1940. After college, Paul worked for the Forest Service and the Soil Conservation Service. In 1942, Paul enlisted in the U.S. Navy and attended midshipman school at Columbia University in New York. Assigned to USS Pakana as communications officer, Paul served in the South Pacific on this fleet tug and, did rescue work at Kwajalein, Eniwetok, Guam, Saipan, Tinian, Okinawa, Ulithi serving as navigation officer and executive officer. At the end of World War II he was assigned to the USS Kennison as communications officer as a lieutenant. He retired from active duty in 1946 and went back to work for the Soil Conservation Service and chose to work in Big Piney, Wyoming. He was active in the Naval Reserve for the next 40+ years and retired as a Commander. On V-J day, 2 September 1945, he bumped into Rachel Anderson on Main Street in Salt Lake City and asked her for a date. They were married June 26, 1946 in the Salt Lake temple. In 1951 he studied the required material then applied for a Surveyor’s license so he could help with the legal aspects of water rights. The day he received his license he was contacted by Arthur Belfer of Belfer Petroleum Company and began to locate drilling wells. He then incorporated his land surveying company, Surveyor Scherbel, Ltd. and continued to work with local ranchers on water rights and other land related issues as well work for oil companies as petroleum production increased in the area. He registered the brand for the Saturday-Sunday ranch he hoped to buy, but that dream was never realized. In 1955, he retired early from the SCS and the brand became his surveying trademark for all his monuments and stationery. He devoted the remainder of his working life to the profession of land surveying and often planned family outings to look for section corners and other important survey monuments. As part of his surveying career he was member of several professional organization including ACSM, WACES, WES, ASCE, NSPS. He was a charter member of the Professional Land Surveyors of Wyoming and served in several leadership positions. He was instrumental in initiating efforts by land surveyors throughout the country to locate, re-monument and dedicate many of the most significant historical surveying monuments such as state corners and the initial points from which the surveys of the federal lands began. He served on the Wyoming Board of Registration for Professional Engineers and Professional Land Surveyors. He served as County Surveyor for thirty years for Lincoln and Teton Counties and as County Surveyor for 67 years for Sublette County. He authored about twenty land-related amendments which became part of the Wyoming Statutes. Paul was very active in community affairs. He was instrumental in obtaining funding for the fairgrounds and the landfill. He helped create the Joint Powers Airport Board, the Fire Department Joint Powers Board (as well as well as obtaining funding for their site and building), and helped convince the County to provide police services for the towns of Big Piney and Marbleton. He was instrumental in obtaining funding for both the Marbleton and Pinedale Clinics. He proposed and paved the way for annexing the land between Big Piney and Marbleton so the two towns could be contiguous and helped develop their planning and zoning master plans. He also helped develop the mini parks in Big Piney, obtain the land for the library and museum and helped obtain additional land and water for the Plainview cemetery. He was mayor of the Town of Big Piney for two terms. Active in the Republican Party at the local and state level, he served as party treasurer for many years. He served on the Columbia River Basin Commission, and on the Wyoming Board of Geographical Names. Paul was a faithful member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints and served in various teaching and leadership positions throughout his life. He was active in the Boy Scouts of America and received the Silver Beaver Award. He was preceded in death by his wife Rachel (Anderson). He is survived by his three sons: Paul A. (Geri), Scott (Elsa) and Marlowe (Connie) and one daughter Annette (Bob) Priddis. He also has 32 grandchildren and 77 great-grandchildren so far. Funeral services for Paul will be at noon on October 31st at the LDS Church in Big Piney, Wyoming. Viewing will be held October 30th from 6:00 to 8:00 PM at the Southwest Senior Center in Marbleton. There will also be a viewing prior to the funeral services at 10:00 AM at the LDS church. Burial with full military honors will take place following the funeral services at the Plainview Cemetery with a dinner for family and friends to follow at the Senior Center. In lieu of flowers, Paul requested donations be sent to either the Professional Land Surveyors of Wyoming Scholarship Fund or the Southwest Sublette County Pioneer Center in Marbleton, Wyoming. --- SweetwaterNow.com, Oct 28, 2015 Austin DeShane Allen Austin DeShane Allen, 18, of Green River, Wyoming, passed away on Thursday, October 22, 2015 in Phoenix, Arizona. A lifelong resident of Green River, Wyoming, Austin passed away suddenly. He was born on February 28, 1997, in Green River, Wyoming, the son of Milton Allen and Amber Grange. Austin attended school in Green River, Wyoming and graduated from Green River High School. His interests included music, the outdoors, traveling and spending time with his family and friends. Survivors include his father Milton Allen of Green River, Wyoming and mother Amber Grange of Lyman, Wyoming; four brothers Ryan Allen of Green River, Wyoming, Taylor Perme of Lyman, Wyoming, Kaden Blasi of Green River, Wyoming and Alex Snyder of Mountain View, Wyoming; two sisters Caitlyn Linde of Green River, Wyoming and Ava Court of Phoenix, Arizona; paternal grandparents Milton and Sharon Allen of Alaska and maternal grandparents Earl and Bev Grange of Lyman and several aunts, uncles and cousins. Funeral Services will be conducted at 11:00 A.M. Friday, October 30, 2015 at the Vase Flaming Gorge Chapel, 263 East Flaming Gorge Way, Green River, Wyoming. Friends may call at the Vase Chapel on Friday from 10:00 A.M. until time of services. Cremation will follow. Condolences may be left at www.vasefuneralhomes.com --- Wyo4News.com, Oct 28, 2015 Vickie P. Branch Vickie P. Branch, 63, of Rock Springs, Wyoming, passed away on Monday, October 26, 2015 at Memorial Hospital of Sweetwater County. A lifelong resident of Rock Springs, Wyoming, Ms. Branch passed away following a lengthy illness. She was born on August 28, 1952 in Rock Springs, Wyoming, the daughter of Albert Branch and Viola Muniz Branch. Ms. Branch attended schools in Rock Springs, Wyoming and graduated from Rock Springs High School. She married John Patrick Clingan in 1974 and they later divorced. Ms. Branch worked at Memorial Hospital of Sweetwater County for many years in central sterile, sterilizing surgical equipment. Her interests included puzzles, books, word search, coloring, going to movies, reading and spending time with her children and grandchildren. Survivors include one son Chad Clingan of Rock Springs, Wyoming; two daughters Maria Walton and husband Michael of Rock Springs, Wyoming and Michelle Clingan of Sturgis, South Dakota; one brother Albert Branch and wife Amy of Rock Springs, Wyoming; one sister Bonnie Macy and husband Tim of Rock Springs, Wyoming; three grandchildren, Devin Coleman, Alex Beach and Sammy Walton and several cousins, nieces and one nephew. She was preceded in death by her grandparents, and parents. Following cremation, private services will be held. Condolences may be left at www.vasefuneralhomes.com --- SweetwaterNow.com, Oct 30, 2015 LaVerne N. Bettolo LaVerne N. Bettolo, 83, of Rock Springs, Wyoming passed away on Thursday, October 29, 2015 at the Mission at Castle Rock in Green River, Wyoming. A long time resident of Superior and Rock Springs, Wyoming, Mrs. Bettolo passed away following a lengthy illness. She was born on January 13, 1932 in Rock Springs, Wyoming, the daughter of the late Carl J. Carlson and Lillian Johnson. Mrs. Bettolo attended schools in Superior, Wyoming and graduated from Superior High School with the Class of 1950. She attended and graduated from the Mercy Hospital School of Nursing in Denver, Colorado and obtained her nursing degree. She married Bruno H. Bettolo in Las Vegas, Nevada on March 4, 1960 and he preceded her in death on April 3, 2011. Mrs. Bettolo worked as a nurse at Memorial Hospital for twenty-two years and for the School District #1 for sixteen years until her retirement in May of 1991. She was a member of the First Congregational Church, PEO Chapter L., Young at Heart Senior Center and was a a retired School District #1 staff member. Her interests included knitting, sewing, dancing, spending time with her children and grandchildren and entertaining on her patio. Survivors include two sons Brent Bettolo and companion Judi Collins of Rock Springs, Wyoming and Brad Bettolo and wife Kiera of Rock Springs, Wyoming; one daughter Carla Pivic and husband Bruce of Rock Springs, Wyoming; six grandchildren Jeff Pivic and wife Emily of Phoenix, Arizona, Jill Pivic of Denver, Colorado, Devon Bettolo of Rock Springs, Wyoming , Tyler Bettolo of Rock Springs, Wyoming, Lea Bettolo of Cheyenne, Wyoming and Abby Bettolo of Rock Springs, Wyoming; one brother and sister in law Robert “Bobby” Bettolo and wife Margaret Ann of Rock Springs, Wyoming; three nephews Mark Bettolo and wife Sue of Salt Lake City, Utah, Dick Bettolo and wife Kris of Rock Springs, Wyoming and John Bettolo of Rock Springs, Wyoming; several cousins. She was preceded in death by her parents and husband. In honor of her Superior, Wyoming heritage, the family requests that everyone wear purple to the services. Funeral Services will be conducted at 11:00 A.M. Tuesday, November 3, 2015 at the First Congregational Church, 1275 Adams Avenue, Rock Springs, Wyoming. Interment will be in the Rock Springs Municipal Cemetery. Friends may call on Monday from 4:00 P.M. until 6:00 P.M. at the Vase Funeral Chapel, 154 Elk Street, Rock Springs, Wyoming and on Tuesday morning at the church until time of services. The family of LaVerne N. Bettolo respectfully suggests that donations in her memory be made to PEO Chapter L, c/o Liz Stranningan, 518 Ashley Street, Rock Springs, Wyoming 82901 Condolences may be left at www.vasefuneralhomes.com --- Wyo4News.com, Nov 2, 2015 Mary Loraine Angeli Mary Loraine Angeli, 92, of Rock Springs, Wyoming passed away on Friday, October 30, 2015 at the Mission at Castle Rock in Green River, Wyoming. A long time resident of Rock Springs, Mrs. Angeli died following a lengthy illness. She was born on September 18, 1923 in Superior, Wyoming, the daughter of the late Joseph and Albina Angeli. Ms. Angeli attended school in Superior, Wyoming and was a 1941 graduate of the Superior, High School. She then attended and graduated from the University of Wyoming with a Bachelor’s Degree in Education. She was employed as an Elementary School Teacher in Winton, Casper and Powell, and Rawlins, Wyoming and retired from the Rawlins Elementary School. Ms. Angeli was a member of Holy Spirit Catholic Community, Tyrolean Trentini of Wyoming and Educators Sorority. She loved animals including the many dogs she had as companions in her life and she was generous always giving to many worthy groups. Survivors include one brother Rudolph A. Angeli of Roseburg, Oregon; one niece and her husband Sandra Angeli-Gade and husband Jay of Roseburg, Oregon; one grand-niece Anna Jessica Angeli Gade and one grand-nephew Matthew Joseph Gade; cousin Frank and Juanita Angeli. She was preceded in death by her parents; sister Zella Angeli A mass of Christian burial will be celebrated at 12:00 P.M. Saturday, November 7, 2015 at Saints Cyril & Methodius Catholic Church, 633 Bridger Avenue, Rock Springs, Wyoming. A vigil service with rosary will be recited at 6:00 P.M. Friday at the Vase Funeral Chapel, 154 Elk Street, Rock Springs, Wyoming. Interment will be in the Rock Springs Muncipal Cemetery. Friends may call at the Vase Chapel on Friday one hour prior to the rosary and at the Vase Funeral Chapel Saturday until time of funeral services. Condolences may be left at www.vasefuneralhomes.com. --- Northern Colorado Crematory Betty Jean Parker Betty Jean Parker born 3/20/1933 to Charles and Dorothy Nelson in Green River, WY. Passed away on 11/4/15 in Greeley, CO. Betty married Otis Parker on 8/14/1953. They had eight children, Gary Nelson, Mary Parker, Willie Parker, Tommy Parker, Donald Parker, Ruth, Brenda Rippy and baby boy Parker. Betty's hobbies were crochet, Tri-chem paints, baking, watching the Denver Broncos and Colorado Rockies and spending time with her grandchildren. She is preceded in death by her parents, husband Otis, son, baby Parker, sisters, Anna, Irene and Hattie, Brother Jack, sons, Gary and Willie and two grandsons, Ricky and Bryan. She is survived by her five children, 12 grandchildren, 19 great-grandchildren and special niece, Jackie. Service will be held on Monday, November 9, 2015 at 10:00 a.m. at the Centennial Village Church. --- SweetwaterNow.com, Nov 5, 2015 Kathleen Elaine Suftko Kathleen Elaine Suftko, 44, of Rock Springs, Wyoming passed away on Tuesday, November 3, 2015 at her home. A long time resident of Rock Springs, Ms. Suftko died following a lengthy illness. She was born on June 11, 1971 in Chicago, Illinois, the daughter of the late William and Wanda Suftko. Ms. Suftko attended schools in Phoenix, Arizona. She had been employed as a desk clerk at Days Inn. Her interests included spending time with her children and grandchildren, watching movies and getting manicures and pedicures. Survivors include her fiance’ Roy Johnston of Rock Springs, Wyoming; two sons Daniel Roberts and fiance’ Megan Paxton of Rock Springs, Wyoming and Brenden Seely of Rock Springs, Wyoming; three daughters Katrina Goich and husband Tyler and BriAnne Hinson and husband Brad all of Rock Springs, Wyoming and Carrie Craigmiles and husband Michael of Pleasant Hill, Illinois; three brothers Carl Suftko of Gary, Indiana, Phyllip Chakos and wifeTerri of Phoenix, Arizona and Steven Suftko and wife Donna of Pidgeonforge, Tennessee; two sisters Becky Cordova and husband David of Rock Springs, Wyoming and Sandy Orsanos of Mountain View, Illinois; two grandchildren Payslie Roberts and Chris Craigmiles; several cousins, nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents and one adopted daughter Elizabeth Byrd Following cremation, a celebration of her life will be conducted at 4:00 P.M. Monday, November 9, 2015 at the Rock Springs Evangelical Free Church, 125 Firestone Road, Rock Springs, Wyoming. Reverend Richard Carlson will conduct the services. Inurnment will be in the Rock Springs Municipal Cemetery. Condolences may be left at www.vasefuneralhomes.com --- SweetwaterNow.com, Nov 6, 2015 Marylou Schock Marylou Schock, 85, of Rock Springs, died Thursday, November 5, 2015 at Deer Trail Assisted Living Center in Rock Springs. She was born January 30, 1930 in Galesburg, Illinois, the daughter of Merle Allen and Lilian Winkler Allen. She attended schools in Galesburg and graduated from Galesburg High School with the class of 1948. She married John Schock January 29, 1948 in Galesburg, Illinois. He preceded her in death December 11, 1992. She was a founding member of Sweetwater League of Women Voters, founding member of Sweetwater Hospital Volunteer Auxillary, and also long time founding member of Local Color Gallery. Her interests were pottery, cooking, traveling, and collecting antiques. Survivors include son Grant Schock and wife Nora of Hillsboro, Oregon; daughters Susan Murray of Rock Springs, Nancy Sinagoga and husband Larry of Pawnee City, Nebraska, and Nancy Swetich and husband Dan of Custard, South Dakota; grandchildren Kelly Murray, Beka Maynard, Zach Blackwood, Stephanie Brown, Mia Schock, Mae Lim, Alexandra Mathern, Weston Swetich; great-grandchildren JJ and Hayden Maynard, and Dan Swetich. She was preceded in death by her parents, Merle and Lillian Allen, husband Grover John Schock, and sister Jane Simpson. Cremation will take place at Fox Crematory, Rock Springs. The family will be receiving friends after 12:00 pm Saturday November 7, 2015 at 666 Bighorn St., Rock Springs. Condolences for family can be left at www.foxfh.com. --- Rock Springs Daily Rocket-Miner, Nov 9, 2015 RUDOLPH “RUDY” LYLE BATTISTI SALT LAKE CITY--A mass of Christian burial for Rudolph “Rudy" Lyle Battisti was celebrated Saturday, Oct. 31, 2015, at St. Vincent De Paul Parish in Salt Lake City. Inurnment was in the Rock Springs Municipal Cemetery on Sunday. Mr. Battisti, 72, died Oct. 24, 2015, in Salt Lake City. He was born Nov. 29, 1942, the son of Rudolph John Battisti and Lela Eva Battisti in Rock Springs. He attended school in Superior for 11 years and was a 1961 graduate of Rock Springs High School. He attended college at the University of Wyoming in Laramie. Mr. Battisti was a United States Marine veteran of the Vietnam War and served from 1963-1967. He married Evelyn Mann on Dec. 17, 1966. They had two children, Brigitte and Britten Battisti. They later divorced. He married Jo Hobbs on Nov. 28, 1986. He was the owner/operator of RL Battisti Sales in Salt Lake City. His interests included flying his plane, riding his Harley and boating at Lake Powell. He spent much time at the gym exercising and weightlifting. Survivors include his wife, Jo Battisti of Salt Lake City; one daughter, Brigitte Vercoutere and husband Iyan, of Switzerland; one son, Britten Battisti and wife, Jenn, of Las Vegas; stepson, Randy Hobbs of Salt Lake City; five grandchildren, Ivan and Elody Vercoutere and Brittany, Anna Bella and Violet Battisti; two step-grandchildren, Tiffany and Derrick Hobbs; eight great step-grandchildren; a brother, Roger Battisti and wife, Marilyn, of Boise, Idaho; one sister, Jan Taylor and husband, Ron, of Rock Springs; one niece; and three nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents; a brother, Gareth Battisti; and his grandparents. --- SweetwaterNow.com, Nov 9, 2015 Luangyoung “Pon” Wooden Luangyong “Pon” Wooden, 78, of Rock Springs, Wyoming passed away on Sunday, November 8, 2015, at her home. She had been a longtime resident of Rock Springs, Wyoming. She was born on June 24, 1937, in Bangkok, Thailand. Mrs. Wooden attended schools in Thailand. She married James Richard Wooden in Nakhon Ratchsima, Thailand on November 24, 1971. Mrs. Wooden was of the Buddist faith. Her interests included bingo where she met many friends. She enjoyed taking care of her family especially her grandchildren and keeping her home meticulously clean. Mrs. Wooden also a collector of Beanie babies. Survivors include her husband James R. Wooden of Rock Springs, Wyoming; two sons Komsan Troy Wooden of Rock Springs, Wyoming and Ekaphol “Hank” Wooden of Olympia, Washington; one brother Somkit Srisangiem of Bangkok, Thailand and two sisters from Bangkok, Thailand; nine grandchildren Suprapon “Dune” Santhanawit of Indiana, Tom Santhanawit , Toiy Santhanawit, McKayla Schantle, McKasey Schantle, Elizabeth Wooden, Tristian Wooden, Troy Wooden and Mia Wooden; two great-grandchildren Maeli Jade Cassel and Makya McQuade. She was preceded in death by her parents; one brother Lawon Srisangiem, oldest son Suwit Santhanawit, and adopted son Gowit Santanawit. Cremation will take place, and a celebration of life will be conducted at 11:00 A.M. Thursday, November 12, 2015, at the Vase Funeral Chapel, 154 Elk Street, Rock Springs, Wyoming. Friends may call at the Vase Chapel on Thursday one hour prior to services. Condolences may be left at www.vasefuneralhomes.com The family of Luangyong “Pon” Wooden respectfully suggests that donations in her memory be made to Hospice of Sweetwater County, 333 Broadway, Suite 220, Rock Springs, Wyoming 82901 or www.myhsc.org --- Wyo4News.com, Nov 9, 2015 Mary Madison Mary Madison, 70, of Rock Springs, Wyoming passed away on Friday, November 6, 2015 at her home. A lifelong resident of Rock Springs, Mrs. Madison passed away following a brief illness. She was born on May 31, 1945 in Rock Springs, Wyoming, the daughter of Tony S. Evanoff, Sr. and Hester V. Musgrove. Mrs. Madison attended schools in Rock Springs, Wyoming and graduated from Rock Springs High School. She married Floyd Madison in Pinedale, Wyoming on November 4, 1966 and he preceded her in death on September 9, 2012. Mrs. Madison worked as head cook for the Rock Springs Senior Citizens Center in Rock Springs, Wyoming. Her interests included fishing, camping and spending time with her nieces and nephews. Survivors include two brothers Tony Evanoff, Jr. of Pueblo, Colorado and Michael Evanoff and wife Alisha of Gary, Texas; four sisters Sally Melvin of Superior, Colorado, Patti Smith and husband Stevan of Rock Springs, Wyoming, Vicki Walker of Jasonville, Indiana and Becky Goforth of Okahoma; eleven nephews and three nieces. She was preceded in death by her parents, husband, three sisters, Carol Kirby, Lucille Polczinski, Glenda Campbell; one brother Willard Evanoff; one nephew Greg Walker and one niece Laurie. Cremation has taken place and at her request there will be no services. Condolences may be left at www.vasefuneralhomes.com --- SweetwaterNow.com, Nov 9, 2015 Kim Denise Malo Kim Denise Malo, 57, of Rock Springs died Saturday, November 7, 2015, at the Intermountain Medical Center in Murray, Utah. She had been a Rock Springs resident for 36 years. She was born February 1, 1958, in Aberdeen, Washington, the daughter of William Nelson McKinney and Beverly Susana Ramey McKinney. She attended schools in Aberdeen, Washington and finished her high school education in Rock Springs. She married Kenneth Malo June 7, 2007. He preceded her in death October 7, 2013. She married Lonney D. Griggs June 28, 1974, in Aberdeen, Washington. They were later divorced. She had been employed as a bus aide for School District #1 for the last 6 years. She was a longtime member of the First Assembly of God Church in Rock Springs. Her interests included being involved with her church, shopping, visiting her friends at the soup kitchen, and spending time with her friends and family. Survivors include children, Heidi Allen and husband Bryce and Holliena Foley and husband Kevin all of Rock Springs, , and Byron Griggs of Rawlins, Wyoming; brothers William McKinney of Colgate, Oklahoma, Richard McKinney of Washington, and Kelly McKinney of Oregon; sisters Dalinn Matlock and husband Tom, Alana Griffiths all of Rock Springs, and Quinn McKinney of Kemmerer, Wyoming; grandchildren, Adam Allen, Chase Allen and wife Brittany, Alysha, Jorden and Shantel Foley; great-grandchildren Harley and Robert Allen; several aunts, uncles, and cousins; numerous nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her husband Kenneth Malo, parents and brother Scott McKinney. Funeral services will be held at 10:00 am Tuesday, November 17, 2015, at the First Assembly of God Church, 2191 Century Blvd, Rock Springs. Pastor Troy Heidt will officiate. A viewing will be held 6-8 pm Monday, November 16, 2015, at Fox Funeral Home, 2800 Commercial Way, Rock Springs and Tuesday one hour before the services at the church. Interment will take place at the Rock Springs Municipal Cemetery, Rock Springs. Condolences for family can be left by going to www.foxfh.com. --- SweetwaterNow.com, Nov 9, 2015 Joseph Henry “Bevo” Bertagnolli Joseph Henry “Bevo” Bertagnolli, 76, of Cora, Wyoming passed away on Saturday, November 7, 2015 at his home. A long time resident of Cora, Wyoming and former long time resident of Rock Springs, Wyoming, Mr. Bertagnolli passed away following a lengthy illness. He was born on August 11, 1939 in Rock Springs, the son of the late Edward R. Bertagnolli and Emma J. Katich Bertagnolli. Mr. Bertagnolli attended schools in Rock Springs and was a 1958 graduate of the Rock Springs High School. He also attended the Carbon College in Price, Utah. He was a United States Army Veteran who served in Germany. Mr. Bertagnolli began his employment at Allied Chemical and later General Chemical on March 3, 1966. He worked there until 1996 and retired as Mine Maintenence Superintendent. His interests included his family and friends. He enjoyed gatherings, watching sports, and working in his garage. He also enjoyed hunting and fishing. Survivors include his wife Mary Bertagnolli of Cora, Wyoming; three sons Victor Bertagnolli of Cora, Wyoming, Bill Bertagnolli and wife Tanya of Evanston, Wyoming and Joseph Bertagnolli of Rock Springs, Wyoming; one daughter Andrea Bertagnolli and companion Parrish Hankin of Evanston, Wyoming; two brothers Vic Bertagnolli and wife Louise of Boise, Idaho and John Partain and wife Brenda of Rock Springs, Wyoming; one sister Loretta Partain and companion Claude McKee of Nampa, Idaho; sister-in-law Donna Bertagnolli of Rock Springs, Wyoming; grandchildren Tina Bertagnolli, Kyle Bertagnolli and wife Jessica Bertagnolli, Kasey Bertagnolli and wife Tori, Zach Bertagnolli and wife Monique; A.J. Bertagnolli and wife Natalie, Beau Bertagnolli, Karlee Bertagnolli, and three great-grandchildren Chloe, Harper and Nickolas; special family friend Beth Brooks. He was preceded in death by his parents, one brother George, and many aunts, uncles and cousins. Following cremation, a celebration of life will be conducted at 2:00 P.M. Saturday, November 14, 2015 at the Fraternal Order of the Eagles Aerie #151, 211 “B” Street, Rock Springs, Wyoming. Honorary Pallbearers: Victor Bertagnolli, Bill Bertagnolli, Joe Bertagnolli, Kyle Bertagnolli, Kasey Bertagnolli, A.J. Bertagnolli, Beau Bertagnolli, Zach Bertagnolli. The family of Joseph Henry “Bevo” Bertagnolli respectfully suggests that donations in his memory be made to the Rock Springs High School Athletic Department. --- Wyo4News.com, Nov 11, 2015 Robert William Barwick Jr. Robert William Barwick Jr., our beloved father passed away November 8, 2015. He was born August 18, 1947 in Rock Springs, Wyoming to Robert William and Sarah Baird Auld Barwick. He married Barbara Lynne Hilton on March 3, 1984 in Salt Lake City, Utah, and they were later sealed in the Salt Lake City LDS Temple on March 3, 1988. They have three daughters who brought much light and laughter to their home. A true outdoors man, he loved hunting, fishing and camping with his family and friends. He loved mechanics and worked on many cars throughout his life; his favorite was a black Chevy Corvette. He was a proud fire inspector for the Rock Springs Fire Department for many years and also worked for Questar Gas Company and Jet Blue airways. A quiet man, our dad worked beside his loving wife to serve others around him. He was a high priest in the LDS church and held many callings. He served a mission for the LDS church in his later life at the Humanitarian Center. Although he struggled with many health issues, he took every opportunity to learn. We miss our daddy-o, but we are blessed with the knowledge that we are able to be a family forever! He is survived by his children Raona “Ranie” Marie, Sarah “Sadie” Lynne and Emily “Emma” Jayne Barwick; his sisters Marisue Noble and Lil Serna; mother-in-law; brothers and sisters-in-law; and many nieces and nephews. He is preceded in death by his sweetheart; parents; brothers, Jack Edwards, Jerry Cederburg, Bill Cederburg, Jim Cederburg; and 2 stillborn daughters. Funeral services will be held on Saturday, November 14th, 10:00 a.m. at Bennion West Stake Center, 3045 West Bernina Drive (5837 So.). Viewings will be held Friday, 6-8:00 p.m. at McDougal Funeral Home, 4330 South Redwood Road, and Saturday, 9-9:45 a.m. at the church. Interment, Mt. View Cemetery, Rock Springs Wyoming. --- Wyo4News.com, Nov 12, 2015 John Charles Ruckman John Charles Ruckman, 86, passed away Monday, November 9, 2015 at Deer Trail Assisted Living, A resident of Albuquerque, New Mexico, Mr. Ruckman passed away following a brief illness. He was born January 16, 1929 in Bridger, Montana, the son of Carl D. Ruckman and Lois N. Simpson. Mr. Ruckman graduated from Cody High School in 1947. Following graduation, he enlisted in the United States Army where he served for 28 years, in two wars: Korea and Vietnam. After his retirement from the military in 1975 he received his nursing degree in Nashville, Tennessee. He married the former Jean Tennyson in 1952 and they later divorced. In 1975, he married Rosie Lae in Rangoon, Burma, while serving in the military. His interests included reading and he was an avid cyclist and was a member of Wandering Wheels Bicycle Club. They cycled coast to coast, border to border in the United States and also in Italy. Survivors include two daughters; Cristine Ruckman and beloved companion Don Pett of Billings, Montana and Cindy Rodriguez of Rock Springs, Wyoming; two grandchildren Cristina Anderson and companion Kevin Brown of Rock Springs, Wyoming and Thomas Davey and wife Amber of Wichita, Kansas; two great -grandsons Jonah Anderson of Rock Springs, Wyoming and William Davey of Wichita, Kansas. He was preceeded in death by parents, wife Rosie L. Ruckman; former wife Jean Tennyson; two sisters Nancy Blake and Barbara Ruckman and one daughter Jennifer Sue Ruckman who died in infancy. Cremation has taken place and Graveside services with Military Honors will be conducted on Monday, November 16, 2015 at 9:45 A.M. in the Santa Fe National Cemetery in Santa Fe, New Mexico. Condolences may be left at www.vasefuneralhomes.com --- SweetwaterNow.com, Nov 13, 2015 Brandon Michael Freeze Brandon Michael Freeze, 30, of Rock Springs, Wyoming passed away on November 11, 2015. He was born in Ogden, Utah on February 19, 1985, the son of Michael Freeze and Terrie Tomich Freeze. Mr. Freeze attended schools in Rock Springs, Wyoming and received his GED in 2003. He worked as a heavy equipment operator for Terry Pitt Construction. His interests included spending time with his family, especally his children, hunting, fishing, working on vehicles, music, the outdoors and in general loved life. Survivors include one son Kaden Freeze, one daughter Bailey Freeze both of Rock Springs, Wyoming and their mother Keri Farwell; one sister Courtney Freeze and her companion Lee Borden of Rock Springs; three aunts, Jackie Freeze and husband Jon Schrade of Rock Springs, Wyoming, Susan Sweets and husband Mark of Rock Springs, Wyoming and Linda McMurry and husband Ron of Casper, Wyoming; two nieces Lakaya Hamblin of Rock Springs, Wyoming, Kayleigh Allison of Green River, Wyoming and several cousins. He was preceded in death by his parents Michael and Terrie Freeze, grandparents Jack and Lucille Freeze and Andy and Effie Tomich; two aunts Barbara Persinger and Rose Ditton and one cousin Jimmy Ditton. Services are pending. Condolences may be left at www.vasefuneralhomes.com --- Wyo4News.com, Nov 13, 2015 Rosana Elisa Romero Rosana Elisa Romero, 96, of Rock Springs, Wyoming passed away on Friday, November 13, 2015, at her home. A longtime resident of Rock Springs and former resident of Rancho de Taos, New Mexico, Mrs. Romero died suddenly. She was born on January 3, 1919 in Taos, New Mexico, the daughter of Teofilo Mondragon and Estefana Cordoba. Mrs. Romero attended schools in Taos, New Mexico. She was a member of Holy Spirit Catholic Community. Her interests included playing bingo and spending time with her entire family. She married Jose T. “Tim” Romero on October 12, 1938 and he passed away in Rock Springs on August 13, 1994. Survivors include one son Teofilo “Tuffy” Romero and wife Bernice of Rock Springs, Wyoming; six daughters Geneva L. Pinkston and husband Boyce of Las Vegas, New Mexico, Connie Ruiz and husband Filiberto of Rock Springs, Wyoming, Bertha Romero of Aurora, Colorado, Julia Cisneros of Cheyenne, Wyoming, Cheryl McNeill and husband Mark and Debbie Landeroz all of Rock Springs, Wyoming;one brother Teofilo Mondragon of Taos, New Mexico; three sisters Carmen, Benina and Ida all of New Mexico;many, many grandchildren, great-grandchildren and great-great-grandchildren several nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her husband Jose T. “Tim” Romero; two sons Phillip “Hob” Romero and Timothy Ernest Romero; one daughter Carmen Romero; three grandsons Timmy, Ross, and Angelo. A mass of Christian burial will be celebrated at 2:00 P.M. Wednesday, November 18, 2015 at Saints Cyril & Methodius Catholic Church, 633 Bridger Avenue, Rock Springs, Wyoming. A vigil service with rosary will be recited at 6:00 P.M. Tuesday at the church. Interment will be in the Rock Springs Municipal Cemetery. Friends may call on Tuesday at the church one hour prior to the rosary and on Wednesday at the church, one hour prior to the services. --- Wyo4News.com, Nov 14, 2015 Bridget Sarvey Bridget Sarvey, 53, of Farson, Wyoming passed away on Friday, November 13, 2015. A resident of Farson since 2008 and former resident of Rock Springs, Wyoming, Mrs. Sarvey passed away following a brief battle with cancer. Mrs. Sarvey was born in Chicago, Illinois on May 24, 1962, the daughter of James Edward Taylor and Darlene Joy Johnson Taylor.She married Matthew Sarvey in Farson, Wyoming on September 8, 2010. Mrs. Sarvey worked as a mail carrier for the United States Post Office in Farson for the past several years. Her interests included four-wheeling, camping, rock hunting and spending time with her family. Survivors include her mother Darlene Joy Taylor from Mt. Home, Arkansas; one son Shawn Ryan and wife Krystal of Green River, Wyoming; one daughter Mandy Richardson and husband Jerry of Baggs, Wyoming; two brothers Randy Taylor and wife Alicia of Bridger Valley and Darwin Covey of Casper, Wyoming; one sister Sherry Covey of Bolivor, Missouri; grandchildren Kimberly Geer, Tessa Ryan, Ellie Ryan, Nick Richardson, Brook Courtney, Aubrey Richardson, Amber Richardson and Kameron Courtney; and several aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her grandparents, father James Edward Taylor; one son Robert Ryan and one sister Lori Mines. Following cremation, a celebration of life will be conducted at 2:00 P.M. Saturday, November 21, 2015 at the Farson Community Hall. Friends may call at the Farson Community Hall one hour prior to services. The family of Bridget Sarvey respectfully suggests that donations in her memory be made to Cancer Center’s of America, 10109 East 79th Street, Tulsa, Oklahoma 74133 Condolences may be left at www.vasefuneralhomes.com --- SweetwaterNow.com, Nov 16, 2015 James R. Hawkins On November 14, 2015, at 12:15 p.m. Heaven gained an amazing angel. On April 18, 1940, James R. Hawkins was born to Rector and Thelma Ann (Dame) Hawkins near Sesser, Illinois. He was raised in Southern Illinois and graduated in 1958 from Benton Community High School. He lived on a farm and continued his farming career at Old Ben Coal. In 1980, he moved to Green River, Wyoming where he continued his career working in the trona mines at Tenneco Minerals which later became Solvay Minerals. He retired from Solvay in February 2004 due to Parkinson’s. In 1956, he began dating the love of his life, Leona Dennis. In 1961, they were united in marriage in Sesser, Illinois. To this union, three children were born. When he passed away a big piece of Leona’s heart went with him. He is survived by his wife of 54 years; one son James of Colorado, two daughters; Denise (Don) Roahrig of Elko, NV and Deborah Church of Casper, WY. Additionally he is survived by 8 grandchildren, James (Heather) Hawkins of Rock Springs, WY, Amanda (Carl) Lemmon of Green River, WY, Robert (Rachel) Hawkins of Green River, WY, Frank Patrick and Jared Olguin both of Casper, WY, Matthew (Mary) Church of Cheyenne, WY, Rebecca Mason and Sonya Roahrig both of Elko, NV, sixteen great grandchildren and one sister, Ramona Carney of Crane, MO, one nephew Josh (Rebekah) Carney of Denton, TX and several cousins and a host of friends. He was preceded in death by his parents, father and mother in law Herbert and Myrtie Dennis, one granddaughter Jessica, daughter in law Betty Hawkins, his grandparents and several aunts and uncles. There will be a Memorial Service at 10 a.m. on Thursday, November 19, 2015 at Fox Funeral Home, 2800 Commercial Way in Rock Springs. Rev. Michael Davis of Sulphur Springs, TX will officiate. There will be an inurnment at the River View Cemetery in Green River immediately following the service. Memorial contributions in James’s memory may be made to the Parkinson’s Foundation. To leave a special message for James’s family, please visit www.foxfh.com. --- SweetwaterNow.com, Nov 17, 2015 Billy "Bill" Joe Purviance Billy “Bill” Joe Purviance, 54, of Rock Springs, Wyoming passed away on Sunday, November 15, 2015 at his home. Mr. Purviance was a longtime resident of Rock Springs and former resident of Nebraska. He was born on July 9, 1961 in Scottsbluff, Nebraska, the son of Jerry Jerome Purviance and Dorothy Ann Parker. Mr. Purviance attended schools in Morrill, Nebraska and graduated from Morrill High School with the Class of 1980. He worked as a heavy equipment operator for Black Butte Coal for over twelve years. Mr. Purviance was an avid fisherman who loved the state of Wyoming and being outside in Rock Springs. He loved to be with friends, as well as his family. Survivors include his mother Dorothy Purviance of Morrill, Nebraska; one son Jerry Purviance of Fredrick, Colorado; one brother David Purviance of Morrill, Nebraska; one sister Tammie Droddy and husband John of Mitchell, Nebraska; several aunts, cousins, nieces and nephews, including Cherisa Lara and husband Nicholas and Elizabeth Hendricks and husband Shawn, Kaden Purviance, Marquis Droddy, Tina Droddy, Andrew Lara and Sabion Hendricks. He was preceded in death by his father Jerry Purviance, maternal and paternal grandparents and several aunts and uncles. Cremation has taken place and there will be a Memorial Service held at 11:00 A.M., Saturday, November 21, 2015 at the First United Methodist Church, 207 West Franklin Street, Morrill, Nebraska Inurnment will be in the Forrest Lawn Cemetery in Morrill, Nebraska. Friends may call one hour prior to services. A Memorial Fund for Billy “Bill” Joe Purviance has been set up at the Rock Springs National Bank, P.O. Box 880, Rock Springs, Wyoming 82902. Funds collected will be given to the Wyoming Game and Fish. Condolences may be left at www.vasefuneralhomes.com --- SweetwaterNow.com, Nov 18, 2015 Brian “Bubba” Green Brian “Bubba” Green died unexpectedly on November 16, 2015 at the young age of 45. Brian is survived by his parents, Rodney and Jackie Green of Green River, WY; wife Shelley Green of Afton, WY; children, Ali Green, Jamee Green and Sierra Green of Evanston, WY; siblings, Melodie (Shawn) Davis of Laramie, WY and Kellie (Jim Sinnett) Owens of Lyman, WY and many aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces and nephews. Brian is proceeded in death by Grandparents Garth and Alice Green, James and Betty Gray, and little brother Lucky the dog. Brian was born on April 1, 1970 in Salt Lake City, UT to Rodney and Jackie Green. He graduated from Green River High School in 1988. He married Tina Elmer in 1989 and had three daughters to follow. They later divorced. He got married to Shelley Baragar in 2012. Over their three short years together, the couple welcomed one fur baby into their home, Roo, to accompany Shelley’s three fur babies: Jake, Coley, and Wyatt. His children remember him as a big teddy bear, kind hearted father who loved each and every person he came in contact with. Brian was a very happy and high spirited person who enjoyed camping, hunting and fishing with close family and friends. He always had a big, bright smile on his face, telling cheesy jokes, and bringing life into whatever room he was in. A funeral is scheduled for Brian at the Jepperson Subdivision HWY 89 Road in Thayne, Wyoming on Monday, November 23, 2015 at 2:00 pm. All are welcome to attend and celebrate Brian’s life. --- SweetwaterNow.com, Nov 19, 2015 Dennis Murray Case Dennis Murray Case, 66, of Rock Springs died November 17, 2015 at his home after a lengthy battle with cancer. He was born March 8, 1949 in Fort Dodge, Iowa, the son of Arlo Case and Rosemary M. Porter Case. He attended schools in Fort Dodge, Sioux City, and high School in Storm Lake, Iowa. He was a veteran having served in the US Marines during the Vietnam War. He received the National Defense Service Medal, Vietnamese Service Medal with 3 stars, Vietnamese Campaign Medal, and the Rifle Marksmanship Medal. He married Lucy Urrutia Unger January 20, 1999 in Miami, Oklahoma. He had worked as a construction superintendent for 30 years at High Desert Construction, Pleasant Construction, and Birch Construction retiring in March of 2015. His interests included the outdoors, riding his Harley, 4-wheeling, camping, going to motor cross, working and keeping busy, and doing things with his grandchildren and family. Survivors include his wife Lucy Unger Case of Rock Springs; daughter Chauntel Lister of St. George, Utah; step-daughters Christina Unger-Penoff of Rock Springs, and Shavonne Harris of Cedar City, Utah; brother Richard Case and wife Julie of Cherokee, Iowa, and sister Susan Foster and husband Ron of Schaller, Iowa; grandchildren Dylan Larson, Knox Case, Charlie Lister, Andie Lister, Aaron Penoff, Ravae Harris, Sayzhia Harris, Dauvenay Harris and Zyas Harris; several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his mother Rosemary Marksbury, step-daughter Allyenne Urrutia, step-son Jack Unger, grandparents and several aunts and uncles. A Celebration of Life will be held at 1:00 pm Saturday, November 21, 2015 at Fox Funeral Home, 2800 Commercial Way, Rock Springs where friends may call one hour prior to the services. Interment with military honors will take place at the Rock Springs Municipal Cemetery, Rock Springs. Condolences for family can be left by going to www.foxfh.com. --- SweetwaterNow.com, Nov 19, 2015 Mark Joseph Lundgren Sr. Mark Joseph Lundgren, Sr., 74, of Green River, Wyoming passed away on Wednesday, November 18, 2015 at his home. A long time resident of Green River, Wyoming and former resident of Kenmare, North Dakota, Mr. Lundgren died following a brief battle with cancer. He was born on May 10, 1941 in Kenmare, North Dakota, the son of the late Joseph E. and Rosella E. Hoffman Lundgren. Mr. Lundgren attended St. Agnes Academy in Kenmare, North Dakota. He married the former Gloria Lee Westlie and they later divorced. Mr. Lundgren was employed by Operating Engineers Local 800 and worked for them for thirty plus years, retiring when he was sixty-two years old. He was a member of Immaculate Conception Catholic Church and was a forty year member of the Fraternal Order of the Eagles #2350. His interests included fishing, bowling, and gardening. He was an avid sports fan. He enjoyed watching sports as well as getting into pools for football, the Super Bowl and Nascar. His teams were the Chicago Bears, Bulls, Cubs and Black Hawks. Survivors include three sons John Mark Lundgren and wife Tana of Green River, Wyoming, Kelly James Lundgren and wife Wadeen of Green River, Wyoming and Mark Joseph Lundgren Jr. and wife Kelly of Green River, Wyoming; one daughter Robin Lee Case and husband Terry of Green River, Wyoming; two brothers Richard Erick Lundgren of Garrison, North Dakota and Rodger David Lundgren of Green River, Wyoming; five sisters Judith Diggins of Reno, Nevada, Edith Stark of Garrison, North Dakota, Phyllis Campbell of Kenmare, North Dakota, Josephine Raap of Mohall, North Dakota and Lynn Lahren of Bismark, North Dakota; fourteen grandchildren and nineteen great-grandchldren. He was preceded in death by his parents; one son Wesley; all of his aunts and uncles. Following cremation, memorial services will be conducted at 10:00 A.M. Monday, November 23, 2015 at Immaculate Conception Catholic Church, 900 Hitching Post Drive, Green River, Wyoming. Friends may call at the church one hour prior to services. --- SweetwaterNow.com, Nov 19, 2015 Willard Tanner Willard Tanner, 85, of Rock Springs, Wyoming passed away on Wednesday, November 18, 2015, at Mission at Castle Rock Rehabilitation Center in Green River, Wyoming. A longtime resident of Rock Springs, Wyoming and former resident of Granger, Wyoming, Mr. Tanner passed away due to failing health over the past three months. He was born on September 10, 1930, in Carter, Wyoming, the son of the late Walter Smith Tanner and Emily Louise Bluemel. Mr. Tanner attended schools in Carter, Wyoming until the third grade and then graduated from Lyman High School with the Class of 1948. He married Beverly Tanner in Rock Springs, Wyoming on November 9, 1950, and they later divorced. She preceded him in death on December 26, 2008. Mr. Tanner worked for Pacific Power and Light as an electrician for ten years until his retirement in 1988. He was active in the IBEW Local #322. His interests included going to the Senior Citizens Center daily, fishing, reading, crossword puzzles and spending time with his family. Survivors include three sons, Russel LeRoy Tanner, Willard Dwayne Tanner and wife Deniece, and Eldon Dee Tanner and wife Janet, all of Rock Springs, Wyoming; one sister Marie Lee of Logan, Utah; one sister-in-law Marie Tanner of Lyman, Wyoming; one grandchild Monty Ray Tanner and wife Ashley; three step-grandchildren, LaDawn Whitney, Mary Henselen and Nicholas Robinson; several great-grandchildren and numerous aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents, former wife Beverly Tanner; four brothers Charles, William, Harold and Joe Tanner; four sisters, Marian Banks, Ruth Rollins, Helen Kizzire, Mary Mouritsen and several nieces and nephews. Funeral Services will be conducted at 2:00 P.M. Monday, November 23, 2015at the Vase Funeral Chapel, 154 Elk Street, Rock Springs, Wyoming. Cremation will follow. Friends may call at the Vase Funeral Home on Monday, one hour prior to services. Condolences may be left at www.vasefuneralhomes.com --- Wyo4News.com, Nov 20, 2015 Hannah Tiller Hannah M. Tiller, 33, of Rock Springs, Wyoming passed away on Thursday, November 19, 2015. She was born on November 2, 1982 in Mountain View, Missouri, the daughter of Terry L. Lawson and Andrea D. Buckner. Mrs. Tiller attended schools in Mountain View, Missouri and graduated from the Liberty Senior High School in 2000. She obtained a degree as a Dental Assistant. She married Kevin S. Tiller in Cheyenne, Wyoming on October 28, 2015. Mrs. Tiller was currently working Social Worker’s Assistant for Mission at Castle Rock Rehabilitation Center and formerly had worked as a receptionist at Cheyenne Regional Medical Center in Cheyenne, Wyoming. Her interests included her children and spending time with her family. She also enjoyed basketball and karaoke. Survivors include her husband Kevin S. Tiller of Rock Springs, Wyoming; her parents Terry Lawson and Andrea Wright both of Mountain View, Missouri; three daughters Brianne, Ashlynn and Kallie all of Mountain View, Missouri; one stepson Kayden and step-daughter Brooklynn; one brother Kevin Lawson of Pennsylvania; one sister Cynthia Wright Glass of West Plains, Missouri; two sisters-in-law CrystalTiller and April Burt and husband Jared all of Cheyenne, Wyoming; paternal grandfather Ernest Buckner of Bassville, Missouri; paternal grandfather Calvin Lawson of Mountain View, Missouri; three nephews and one niece. She was preceded in death by two brothers Brian Lawson and Brian Wright; maternal grandmother Loretta “Patricia” Cooper and paternal grandmother Delores Lawson. Cremation will take place and memorial services are pending. Condolences may be left at www.vasefuneralhomes.com. --- Wyo4News.com, Nov 24, 2015 Matthew "Tiny" Jay Draper Our sweet, precious and loving son, brother and father, Matthew “Tiny” Jay Draper, 43, was called home to his father in heaven on November 20, 2015. He was born April 27, 1972 in Price, Utah to Paul and Patsy Willson Draper. Married Laura V. Sutton in Tooele, Utah; they later divorced. Matt will be so dearly missed by his family and friends. Matt always did “things big” and he will be remembered for his loving ways, work ethics and huge heart. He was a truck driver for many years while living in Arizona and as a coal miner for the last 9 years. Matt was a long wall maintenance foreman who was known for his skills and outstanding knowledge of everything. He was loved and admired by all who knew him. Survived by his three children, Cheyenne Dawn Draper, Dakota Jay Draper, and Bailey Montana Draper, granddaughter, Sophia Venon Draper, all of Phoenix, Arizona; mother and step-father, Ed and Pat Christie, Orangeville; father, Paul Draper, Wellington; loving sister, Robyn (Rick) Kubelt, Wisconsin; brother, Blake (Rikki) Draper, Wellington; nieces and nephews, Jace, Cody, Jamie, and Rachel. He will be dearly missed by his many cousins, aunts, uncles, and numerous amazing friends. Preceded in death by his grandparents, Rosie and Verdis Draper and Alma (Lloyd) Willson; aunts, Barbara and Grace. Graveside service, Friday, November 27, 2015, 11:00 a.m. Wellington City Cemetery. Family will receive friends at Mitchell Funeral Home (233 East Main Street) Friday morning from 9:30-10:30 a.m. Arrangements entrusted to Mitchell Funeral Home of Price where friends are always welcome daily and may share memories of Matt online at www.mitchellfuneralhome.net. --- SweetwaterNow.com, Nov 25, 2015 Harry R. Chipp Harry R. Chipp, 96, of Rock Springs, Wyoming passed away on Wednesday, November 25, 2015, at the Memorial Hospital of Sweetwater County. He had been a long time resident of Rock Springs, Wyoming and former resident of Sublet and Kemmerer, Wyoming. He was born on August 7, 1919, in Sublet, Wyoming, the son of the late Willard A. and Agnes Williams Chipp. Mr. Chipp attended schools in Sublet and Kemmerer, Wyoming. He married the former Lena Prevedel in Rock Springs, Wyoming on August 27, 1949, and she preceded him in death on May 7, 2008. Mr. Chipp was a United States Army Veteran of World War II. He served with the 1st Army-3rd Armored Division Maintenance Company in the 32nd Armored Regiment and was honorably discharged as a sergeant. He was employed at the Wyoming Highway Department for twenty-one years and retired as a Shop Foreman on December 7, 1984. His interests were hunting, fishing, and gardening. He was one of the oldest members of the Fraternal Order of the Eagles Aerie 151 and the oldest member of American Legion Archie Hay Post #24. Survivors include one son Ray Chipp of Rock Springs, Wyoming; one daughter Patricia Miller and husband Bert of Rock Springs, Wyoming; two grandchildren Chad Miller of Rock Springs, Wyoming and Kristie Hopper and husband Brett of Grants Pass, Oregon; one great-granddaughter Hailee Hopper and several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents; his wife Lena; three brothers and four sisters. Cremation will take place, and graveside memorial services will take place in the spring. The family of Harry Raymond Chipp respectfully suggests that donations in his memory be made to Young At Heart Senior Citizen’s Center, 2400 Reagan, Rock Springs, Wyoming or the American Legion Archie Hay Post #24, 551 Broadway, Rock Springs, Wyoming. Condolences may be left at www.vasefuneralhomes.com --- Wyo4News.com, Nov 27, 2015 Anne McKinley Elmore Anne McKinley Elmore, 62, of Green River, Wyoming passed away on Thursday, November 26, 2015 at her home. A long time resident of Green River, Wyoming and former resident of Chatom, Alabama, Ms. Elmore died following a lengthy illness. She was born on January 19, 1953 in Alabama, the daughter of the late Moulton Manford McKinley and Lula Lee Scarbrough McKinley. Ms. Elmore attended schools in Chatom, Alabama and graduated from the Washington County High School with the class of 1971. She attended and graduated from the University of South Alabama with a certificate in Para Legal and Criminal Justice. She was employed at E-Z Cash as a Branch Manager and retired on November 19, 2015. Ms. Elmore’s interests included reading, crafts, spending Friday nights with her grandchildren. She enjoyed spending time with her cherished friends, and being surrounded by family. Survivors include her partner Larry Cherny of Green River, Wyoming; two daughters Erica Elmore of Rock Springs, Wyoming and Lori Johnson and husband Kent of Chatom, Alabama; one sister Faye Pettis of Chatom, Alabama; her special friend Anita Bolt of Green River, Wyoming; four grandchildren Kody Johnson, Kaitlin Johnson, Braiden Hadley and BraiLee Hadley; several aunts, uncles and cousins. She was preceded in death by her parents; maternal grandparents Theodore Scarbrough and Lillie Williams Scarbrough. Cremation will take place and memorial services will be conducted at 1:00 P.M. Wednesday, December 2, 2015 at the Vase Flaming Gorge Chapel, 263 East Flaming Gorge Way, Green River, Wyoming. Pastor Mike Longfellow will conduct the services. Friends may call at the Vase Chapel one hour prior to services. The family of Anne McKinley Elmore respectfully suggests that donations be made to the Cancer Center’s of America, 10109 East 79th Street, Tulsa, Oklahoma 74133. --- SweetwaterNow.com, Nov 30, 2015 Albina Rudolph Albina Rudolph, 102, of Rock Springs, Wyoming passed away on Saturday, November 28, 2015, at the Sage View Care Center following a brief illness. She was born on December 1, 1912, in Rock Springs, the daughter of Valentine Benedicich and Kathryn Justin. She was orphaned at age twelve. Mrs. Rudolph attended schools in Rock Springs and was a 1931 graduate of the Rock Springs High School. She entered nursing school following high school and graduated July 1, 1933. She married Anton Rudolph at Saint Cyril and Methodius Catholic Church. They observed their 75th wedding anniversary in 2008. Mrs. Rudolph was a member of the Saints Cyril and Methodius Catholic Church, Western Stars Lodge and Young at Heart Senior Citizens Center. For over thirty years she went weekly to Sage View Care Center to write letters for the patients. Her interests were making rugs, polka dancing, playing bingo, playing pinochle and bunco at the Senior Citizen Center. Survivors include her daughter, Mary Amizich, grandchildren, Diane Divis and husband Dave, Carol Wagner and husband Mike all of Green River, Wyoming, Julie Buck and husband Fred of Iowa, Glen Presho of Arizona, Angela Gantt and husband Mark of New York, Larry Amizich and Dan Presho of Rock Springs. She has nine great-grandchildren and eleven great-great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents, four sisters in infancy, one brother John and husband Anton and one daughter Antoinette Presho and one son Paul Rudolph. Three sons-in-law; Martin Amizich, Bill Presho and Mark Presho. A mass of Christian burial will be conducted at 9:30 A.M. Wednesday, December 2, 2015, at Saints Cyril and Methodius Catholic Church, 633 Bridger Avenue, Rock Springs, Wyoming. A vigil service with rosary will be recited at 6:00 P.M.Tuesday, December 1, 2015, at the Vase Funeral Chapel, 154 Elk Street, Rock Springs, Wyoming. Interment will be in the Rock Springs Municipal Cemetery. Friends may call on Tuesday at the Vase Chapel, one hour before the rosary and on Wednesday morning at the Vase Chapel until time of services. --- SweetwaterNow.com, Nov 30, 2015 Alice Brooks Calligaro Alice Brooks Calligaro, 94, of Rock Springs, Wyoming passed away on Thursday, November 26, 2015 at Mission at Castle Rock in Green River, Wyoming. A long time resident of Rock Springs, Mrs. Calligaro died following a lengthy illness. She was born on February 9, 1921 in Evanston, Wyoming, the daughter of the late Albert C. Brooks and Matilda A. Call Brooks. Mrs. Calligaro attended schools in Evanston, Wyoming. She married Lawrence Joseph Calligaro on January 24, 1941 in Rock Springs, Wyoming and he preceded her in death on October 1, 2003. Mrs. Calligaro was employed as a clerk for many years at Gibsons and later Pamida. Her interests included dancing, playing the accordion and spending time with her grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Survivors include one son Victor Calligaro and wife Suzanne of Grand Junction, Colorado; two daughters Joyce Moriarty Bryson of Murphy, North Carolina and Bonnie Bingham and husband Blaine of Green River, Wyoming; seven grandchildren Victor Calligaro and wife Paula, Annette Bolton Calligaro, Lori Bingham, Blaine Keith Bingham, Jr., Larry Bingham and Russell Stevens; many great-grandchildren; several nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents Albert and Matilda Brooks, husband Lawrence, one son Mark Edwin Moriarty, one grandson Joseph Stevens, three brothers and one sister. Funeral Services will be conducted at 11:00 A.M. Thursday, December 3, 2015 at the Vase Funeral Chapel, 154 Elk Street, Rock Springs, Wyoming. Interment will be in the Rock Springs Municipal Cemetery. Friends may call at the Vase Chapel on Thursday one hour prior to services. Condolences may be left at www.vasefuneralhomes.com --- SweetwaterNow.com, Nov 30, 2015 Terry Michael Zanetti Terry Michael Zanetti, 71, a lifelong resident of Rock Springs, died Saturday, November 28, 2015, at his home after a lengthy battle with cancer. He was born April 1, 1944, in Rock Springs, the son of Pete Zanetti and Billie Carroll Zanetti. He attended schools in Rock Springs and graduated from Rock Springs High School with the class of 1962. He had also attended WWCC and University of Wyoming. He had served in the National Guard for a number of years. He had worked as a real estate developer retiring in 2006. He married Paula Moody June 13, 2012 in Elko, Nevada. He was a member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. His interests were classic cars, collecting 50’s memorabilia, racing, flying, motorcycles, keeping up with current events and politics, playing pool, and spending time with his family. He created the “Graffiti Hall” museum to display cars and memorabilia. He also built a go-cart track for the entertainment of many. He was a generous person, donating freely to many causes. He was considered by many as “One in a Billion”. Survivors include his wife Paula Zanetti; sons Scott Zanetti and companion Jennifer Knox, and Casey Moody; daughters Terilynn Matringa and companion Matt Duffy, Debbie DeFauw and husband Ron, Anna Moody, Myra and Justin Boren and Breck Moody; brothers Pete Zanetti and Bill Zanetti; grandchildren Bella and Kenny Knox-Zanetti, Justin Zanetti, Hannah and Ronnie DeFauw, T-way Duffy, Vincent, Zavi and Lincoln-Jaxx Moody, Kell and Bodie Boren, Stetson and Colton Moody, Aria, Noah & Michaela Moody; several cousins, numerous nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents, Pete and Billie Zanetti, son Bodie Moody, and granddaughter Ariana Moody. A celebration of life will be held 12:00 pm – 2:00 pm Saturday, December 5, 2015 at the Rock Springs LDS Stake Center, 2055 Edgar St., Rock Springs. Condolences for the family can be left at www.foxfh.com. --- SweetwaterNow.com, Nov 30, 2015 Frances S. Hay Frances S. Hay, 101 passed away on Monday, November 30, 2015 at her home. She was born on April 15, 1914 in Stanton Island, New York, the daughter of Keith Smith and Helen Garrett Smith. Mrs. Hay attended and graduated from high school in Stanton Island, New York and later attended Smith College and obtained a Bachelor of Arts Degree. She married John Hay Jr. in Denver. Colorado in 1948 and he preceded her in death in November of 1997. Mrs. Hay was a member of the Episcopal Church of the Holy Communion. Her interests were spending time with her grandchildren. She was interested in dancing and music as well as attending classes at Western Wyoming Community College. She was and avid reader. Survivors include two sons, John Hay III and companion Barbie Williams, Keith N. Hay and wife Lynn all of Rock Springs, Wyoming; seven grandchildren, Amy Declue and husband Corey, Leonard Hay and wife Misty, Emily Bunning and husband Mikajlo, Lucy Bunning and husband Rodrique, John E. Hay, Matthew M. Hay and K. Garrett Hay and eight great-grandchildren and several nieces and nephews . She was preceded in death by her parents; husband; one daughter Helen H. Bunning; one son Joseph Garrett Hay; two brothers Keith Smith, Jr., Thomas Garrett Smith, and also one sister Susan A. Young. Following Cremation, a celebration of life will be conducted at 11:00 A.M., Thursday, December 3, 2015 at the Epicopal Church of the Holy Communion, Corner of Second and B Streets, Rock Springs, Wyoming. Friends may call at the church one hour prior to services. The family of Frances S. Hay respectfully suggests that donations in her memory be made to Hospice of Sweetwater County, 333 Broadway, Suite 220, Rock Springs, Wyoming 82901 or www.myhsc.org or Western Wyoming College Foundation, c/o RSNB, P.O. Box 880, Rock Springs, Wyoming 82902, or Y.W.C.A. 1035 Jackson Street, Rock Springs, Wyoming 82901. Condolences may be left at www.vasefuneralhomes.com --- SweetwaterNow.com, Nov 30, 2015 Shirley Conner Shirley Connor, 87, of Rock Springs, Wyoming passed away on Monday, November 30, 2015 at the Sage View Care Center where she had been a resident for the past two months. A long time resident of Rock Springs, Wyoming, Mrs. Connor died following a lengthy illness. She was born on January 6, 1928, in Evanston, Wyoming, the daughter of the late Dee Alton Skinner and Edna Rauzi Skinner. Mrs. Connor attended schools in Rock Springs and was a 1945 graduate of the Rock Springs High School. She attended and graduated from St. Joseph’s School of Nursing in Denver, Colorado and had been employed at hospitals in Denver and Rock Springs. She later worked at Kimberly Manor Nursing Home in Rock Springs for twenty-eight years. On May 1, 1954, she married Jack R. Connor and he preceded her in death on October 14, 1981. She was a member of Holy Spirit Catholic Community, PEO Chapter AE, Daughters of the Nile, and St. Christopher’s Circle. Mrs. Connor enjoyed playing bridge, reading, working crossword puzzles and most of all spending time with her family. She is survived by her two daughters Colleen Thomas and Cathy Ronick and husband Ron all of Rock Springs, Wyoming; three grandchildren Shaun Thomas and wife Jacqui, Ashley Potter and husband Jeremy and Brian Ronick; two great-grandchildren Bella Thomas and Jayce Potter. She was preceded in death by her parents; husband Jack and one grandson Michael Ronick. Cremation will take place, and private family services will be held. The family of Shirley Connor will be receiving relatives and friends at the home of her daughter 2303 Mountain Road, Rock Springs, Wyoming. The family of Shirley Connor respectfully suggests that donations in her memory be made to the Charity of Your Choice. Condolences may be left at www.vasefuneralhomes.com --- SweetwaterNow.com, Dec 2, 2015 Hazel James Hazel James, 87, passed away Friday, November 27, 2015 in Caldwell, Idaho. She was born in Moreland, Idaho, on April 30, 1928 to Thomas Monroe and Lydda Anna Louk Caldwell. She grew up in and around Idaho Falls. Hazel spent 57 years alongside Carroll James building a ranch and family in Sublette County. Carroll left her side on February 22, 2003. Hazel will be remembered for her strength, determination, humor, and endless love for family and friends. She was a member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints and filled many callings including serving in the Idaho Falls Temple. Surviving are four children, Carolyn Fox, Steve (Mavis) James, Anna Golden and Kenny (Jannean) James; sister, Berniece Larimer; 19 grandchildren, 29 great-grandchildren and 4 great-great-grandchildren. The family will receive friends from 6:00 – 8:00 p.m. Thursday evening, December 3, 2015 at Buck-Miller-Hann Funeral Home, 825 E. 17th Street, Idaho Falls. Funeral Service will be held 11:00 am Saturday, December 5, 2015 in the Pinedale LDS Ward, Pinedale, Wyoming, under the direction of Covill Funeral Home, 164 N. Bridger Ave., Pinedale. A viewing will be held in the church one hour prior to the service. Burial will follow in the Pinedale Cemetery. --- SweetwaterNow.com, Dec 3, 2015 Janie Beth Hamner Janie Beth Hamner, 71, of Rock Springs, Wyoming passed away on Monday, November 30, 2015, at her home. A long time resident of Rock Springs and former resident of Table Rock, Wyoming, Ms. Hamner died following a sudden illness. She was born on August 15, 1944, in Littlefield, Texas, the daughter of the late Louis Leslie Conner and Pauline Evelyn Vandiver. Ms. Hamner attended schools in Amarillo, Texas and was a 1962 graduate of Tascosa High School. She was employed as funeral director at Vase Funeral Home. She was an employee for the past twenty years. She began her career at Vase as an ambulance dispatcher and through out the years became the secretary and later a funeral director. Ms. Hamner loved vacationing with her sister and spending time with her children and grandchildren. She was an avid sports fan of Dallas Cowboys and San Antonio Spurs. She also was an accomplished pianist. Survivors include her significant other Frank Guerreroof Rock Springs, Wyoming; two daughters Heather Hamner-Sweet and husband Clint of Rock Springs, Wyoming and Brittany Hamner-Gilbert and husband Rowdy of Lubbock, Texas; one sister Polly Conner-Temple and husband Peter of Westport, Connecticut; five grandchildren Madison Roberson, Justice Hamner, Jayda Jones, Adyn Craddick, and Macyn Craddick; one great-grandson Jaxon Ramos; one uncle D.C. Vandiver of Phoenix, Arizona. She was preceded in death by her parents. Following cremation, a celebration of her life will be conducted at 1:00 P.M. Tuesday, December 8, 2015 at the Vase Funeral Chapel, 154 Elk Street, Rock Springs, Wyoming. Friends may call at the Vase Chapel, one hour prior to services. The family of Janie Beth Hamner respectfully suggests that donations in her memory be made to the Red Desert Humane Society 310 Yellowstone Rd. Rock Springs, Wyoming 82901. Condolences may be left at www.vasefuneralhomes.com --- SweetwaterNow.com, Dec 4, 2015 Hal Clyde Wood Hal Clyde Wood, 71, of Green River, Wyoming passed away on Tuesday, December 1, 2015 at his home. A long-time resident of Green River, Wyoming, Mr. Wood died following a sudden illness. He was born on November 23, 1944 in Salt Lake City, Utah, the son of Clyde Quincy Wood and Beth Rhodes Wood. Mr. Wood attended schools in Cheyenne, Wyoming and graduated from Cheyenne East High School in 1963. He married Terry Lee McFarland Wood in Cheyenne, Wyoming on July 11, 1964. Mr. Wood was employed as a telephone tech for U.S. West for thirty plus years and retired in 2000. For many years he was employed at the Vase Funeral Home. His interests included helping others, he was the neighborhood go to man. He was a member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints and Sweetwater County Search and Rescue. He was a devoted husband, dad, son and grandfather. Survivors include his wife Terry Lee Wood of Green River, Wyoming; two sons Tim R. Wood and wife Maryjo and Tony J. Wood and fiance’ Andrea Bost all of Rock Springs, Wyoming; one brother Alan Wood and wife Julie of Cheyenne, Wyoming; two sisters Larae Rothe and husband Bob of Tucson, Arizona and Sandy Seppie and husband John of Rock Springs, Wyoming; eight grandchildren Kayla Jo Wood, Skye Munoz, Holly Kofoed, Misty Wood, Mariah Wood, Kolter Powers, Melinda Powers, and Kurtis Bost; six great-grandchildren Mikayla Jo Wood, Kayden Munoz, Terrance Wood, Taylynn Munoz, Dustin Wood, and Dallin Ray Wood; several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his father Clyde Wood and one nephew Joe Seppie. Following cremation, a celebration of his life will be conducted at 2:00 P.M. Wednesday December 9, 2015 at the Fraternal Order of Eagles, 88 North 2nd East, Green River, Wyoming. Condolences may be left at www.vasefuneralhomes.com --- SweetwaterNow.com, Dec 4, 2015 Minnie Elaine Dolinar Minnie Elaine Dolinar, 85, of Rock Springs, Wyoming passed away on Wednesday, December 2, 2015. A long time resident of Rock Springs, Wyoming, Mrs. Dolinar died following a lengthy illness. She was born on June 1, 1930 in Rock Springs, Wyoming, the daughter of the late Angelo and Lucy DeCora Cordero. Mrs. Dolinar attended schools in Rock Springs, Wyoming and was a 1948 graduate of Rock Springs High School. She married Edward J. Dolinar on August 5, 1950, in Rock Springs, Wyoming, and he preceded her in death on June 11, 2014. She was a homemaker and an active member of Holy Spirit Catholic Community. Mrs. Dolinar loved cooking and spending time with her family. She also enjoyed her many affiliations with local organizations including, Rock Springs Women’s Club, OLS Council of Catholic Women, Fraternal Order of the Eagles Auxillary, Tyrolian Trentini of Wyoming, The Italian Singers, Young At Heart Senior Center, and Catholic Golden Age. Survivors include one daughter Marlene Eaton of Rock Springs, Wyoming; one sister Doris Jelaco of Rock Springs, Wyoming; one grandson Zachery Edward Eaton of Rock Springs, Wyoming; one granddaughter Marialaina Baron of Aurora, Colorado; four great-grandchildren Drew, Ryan and Caitlin Baron and Gabriel Eaton and several nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents, one son Edward A Dolinar, and her husband Edward John Dolinar. Following cremation ,a mass of Christian burial will be conducted at 10:30 A.M. Monday, December 7, 2015 at the Our Lady of Sorrows Catholic Church, 116 Broadway, Rock Springs, Wyoming. A Vigil service with rosary will be recited at 6:30 P.M. Sunday, December 6, 2015 at the Vase Funeral Chapel, 154 Elk Street, Rock Springs, Wyoming. Inurnment will be at the Rock Springs Municipal Cemetery. Friends may call on Sunday at the Vase Chapel one hour prior to the rosary and on Monday at the church one hour prior to the services Condolences may be left at www.vasefuneralhomes.com --- Wyo4News.com, Dec 7, 2015 Veronica Jean Dennis Veronica Jean Dennis, 59, of Rock Springs, Wyoming passed away on Thursday, November 19, 2015 at the Memorial Hospital of Sweetwater County. A longtime resident of Rock Springs, Wyoming and former long time resident of Roosevelt, Utah, Mrs. Dennis died following a lengthy illness. She was born on April 1, 1956 in Kimball, Nebraska, the daughter of Vonnie B. Aguiniga and Elsie Zamora. Mrs. Dennis attended the Union High School in Roosevelt, Utah. She married Robert Earl Dennis on March 10, 1975 in Gillette, Wyoming. She was a member of the Roman Catholic Church. Her interests were crafting, riding motorcycles, camping and giving to others. Survivors include her father Vonnie Aguiniga of Jefferson, Texas; her son Christopher Harold Dennis of Casper, Wyoming; husband Robert Earl Dennis; one brother Bonifacio “Jay: Aguiniga and wife Tamara of Roosevelt, Utah; one sister Susan Ranta and husband Michael of Jefferson, Texas; her companion Lloyd George of Rock Springs, Wyoming; two granddaughters; one great-granddaughter; several aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her mother Elsie Aguiniga and maternal and paternal grandparents. Cremation will take place and there will be no services at her request. Condolences for the family of Veronica Jean Dennis may be left at www.vasefuneralhomes.com. --- SweetwaterNow.com, Dec 8, 2015 Vivian West Vivian West, 92, of Rock Springs, Wyoming passed away on Saturday, December 5, 2015, at the Memorial Hospital of Sweetwater County. A long-time resident of Green River, and Rock Springs and former resident of Portland, Oregon, Mrs. West died following a lengthy illness. She was born on September 25, 1923, in Oregon, the daughter of the late Cornelius and Elizabeth Richert. Mrs. West attended schools in Oregon. She married Harold J. Roberts, Jr. in 1941. In 1965, he was killed while serving a tour in Vietnam. She later married Ernest G. West, and he preceded her in death on April 3, 1998. Mrs. West had been employed in many different vocations throughout her life but enjoyed delivering her husband’s dental creations most recently. Survivors include her daughter Anitra Kruljac and husband Joe of Rock Springs, Wyoming; four grandchildren Kaci Reyes and husband Ray, Dennis Roberts, Diane Jennings and Russell Ware; daughter-in-law Sandra Roberts of North Carolina; several great-grandchildren and great-great-grandchildren and many nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents and both husbands; one son William C. Roberts in September of 2013 and five brothers and six sisters. Cremation will take place, and there will be no services at her request. Condolences may be left at www.vasefuneralhomes.com --- SweetwaterNow.com, Dec 11, 2015 Judy K. Winter Judy K. Winter, 73, of Rock Springs, Wyoming passed away on Thursday, December 10, 2015 at the Memorial Hospital of Sweetwater County. A life long resident of Rock Springs, Mrs. Winter died following a brief illness. She was born on January 21, 1942 in Rock Springs, Wyoming, the daughter of the late Charles and Mildred Zancanella. Mrs. Winter attended schools in Rock Springs, Wyoming and was a 1960 graduate of the Rock Springs High School. She married Charley Winter on August 18, 1973 at the First Congregational Church in Rock Springs, Wyoming. Mrs. Winter was employed as a secretary for Sweetwater Federal Savings and Loan for twenty years and retired in the mid 1980’s. Her interests included bowling and traveling in their motorhome. She was a member of First Congregational Church and the church choir. She was also a member of Sweetwater County Search and Rescue. She volunteered at the Loaves and Fishes Soup Kitchen and at the Urban Renewal Association with her husband. Survivors include her husband Charley Winter of Rock Springs, Wyoming; three daughters Tammy Surline and husband Pat of Rock Springs, Wyoming, Tammy Moyer of Rock Springs, Wyoming and Linda Gustaffson and husband Carl of El Cajon, California; one brother Robert C. Zancanella of Salt Lake City, Utah; one sister Patricia J. Zancanella of Salt Lake City, Utah; two grandchildren Stevi Campbell and husband Nick and Crystal Moyer; several cousins, nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents; one grandson Levi Zanetti Funeral Services will be conducted at 10 a.m. Wednesday, December 16, 2015 at the First Congregational Church, 1275 Adams Avenue, Rock Springs, Wyoming. Interment will be in the Rock Springs Municipal Cemetery. Friends may call at the church on Tuesday, one hour prior to services. Condolences may be left at www.vasefuneralhomes.com --- SweetwaterNow.com, Dec 11, 2015 Josephine “JoAnn” Anna Smith Josephine “JoAnn” Anna Smith, 74, a lifelong resident of Rock Springs, died Wednesday, December 9, 2015, at Sage View Care Center after a lengthy illness. She was born May 9, 1941, in Rock Springs, the daughter of Stanley William Wisniewski and Albina Hafner Wisniewski. She attended schools in Rock Springs and graduated from Rock Springs High School in 1960. Hafner Wisniewski. She attended schools in Rock Springs and graduated from Rock Springs High School in 1960. She married Harold Ray Smith in Green River. He preceded her in death February 21, 2005. She was a member of the Holy Spirit Catholic Community. Her interests were playing pinochle & bingo, singing, animals especially dogs, and spending time with her family. Survivors include her son Adrian Scott Warpness of Kemmerer; daughters Albina Rae Mayne and husband John of Lyman, Valerie LeAnn Petrovich and husband Michael of Rock Springs; brothers Stanley Wisniewski Jr. and wife Debbie of Madison, Alabama, Allen Wisniewski and wife Patty and George Michael Wisniewski and wife Donna all of Rock Springs; 16 grandchildren and 12 great-grandchildren; several cousins; numerous nieces and nephews; all her family of special friends and care givers at Sage View Care Center. She was preceded in death by her grandparents, parents, husband Harold Ray Smith, and daughter-in-law Debbie Warpness. Cremation will take place at Fox Crematory, Rock Springs. Memorial services will be held at 1:00 p.m. Friday, December 18, 2015, at Fox Funeral Home, 2800 Commercial Way, Rock Springs. A vigil service with rosary will be recited at 6 p.m. Thursday, December 17, 2015 at the funeral home. Inurnment will take place in the Rest Haven Memorial Gardens, Rock Springs. In lieu of flowers, the family request that donations be made to a charity of your choice. Condolences for the family can be left at www.foxfh.com. --- SweetwaterNow.com, Dec 14, 2015 William Boyd "Butch" Soltis Sr. William Boyd “Butch” Soltis, Sr. 86, of Rock Springs, Wyoming passed away on Friday, December 11, 2015. He had been a long time resident of Rock Springs, and former resident of Superior, Wyoming. He was born on August 18, 1929 in Superior, Wyoming, the son of the late John and Helen Soltis. Mr. Soltis attended schools in Superior, Wyoming and was a 1947 graduate of the Superior High School. He married Hannah Harney Soltis in Green River, Wyoming on February 10, 1949. Mr. Soltis was a United States Army Veteran of the Korean War and was honorably discharged in January of 1954. He was employed at FMC for thirty-five years and retired as a Foreman on September 1, 1991. Mr. Soltis was a member of the First Congregational Church. His interests included rock hunting, crafts, cooking, hunting and fishing. He also enjoyed spending time with his grandsons and his great-grandchildren. Survivors include his wife Hannah of Rock Springs, Wyoming; one son William Boyd Soltis, Jr. and wife Lori of Rock Springs, Wyoming; two grandsons B.J. Soltis and wife Kellie of Rock Springs, Wyoming and Derek Soltis of Casper, Wyoming; four great-grandchildren Taylor J. Johansen, Evan Soltis, Taylor Shaylynn Romero, and Landon Romero; four nieces and five nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents; one brother John; two sisters Margaret Robinson and Bette Ross; his daughter-in-law Joni Soltis. Following cremation, there will be no services at his request. Condolences may be left at www.vasefuneralhomes.com --- Wyo4News.com, Dec 14, 2015 Jerry Elaine Prince Jerry Elaine Prince, 69, of Green River died Thursday, December 3, 2015 at the Wyoming Medical Center in Casper after a short illness. She was a former resident of Eureka, California, moving to Green River in 1976. She was born May 26, 1946 in Richmond, California, the daughter of Fredrick Arthur Davis and Edith Ware Davis. She married Doyle Griffith Prince April 3, 1988 in Wendover, Nevada. He preceded her in death December 22, 1999. She was employed as a miner at Texas Gulf/FMC until her retirement. Her interests were crocheting, collecting, especially coins, and playing cards. Survivors include her sons Bill F. Webb of Guernsey, Wyoming, Louis J. Prince of Casper, and Brent Prince of Green River; daughter Annabelle L. Eaton of Casper; sisters Sandy Clute of Yemasee, South Carolina, and Ginger Stice of Green River; numerous grandchildren, great-grandchildren, nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents, husband Doyle Prince, and sister Linda Saizan. Cremation has taken place at Fox Crematory, Rock Springs. Graveside service and inurnment will take place 2:00 pm Tuesday, December 15, 2015 at the Riverview Cemetery, Green River. Condolences for the family of Jerry Elaine Prince may left on the Fox Funeral Home website. --- Wyo4News.com, Dec 15, 2015 Bryant Smith Bryant Smith 20, of Green River, Wyoming passed away on Friday, December 11, 2015 at the Northern Colorado Medical Center in Greeley, Colorado from injuries sustained from an auto accident. He was born on February 22, 1995 in Rock Springs, WY the son of Arron and Delaina Smith. A graduate of Green River High School in 2013 he was a member of the Varsity Wrestling Team all four years. He was employed as a welder’s helper laborer for Performance Energy Services. His many interests included motocross, bull riding, truck building, and mechanics. He was an avid hunter, fisherman and outdoorsman. He enjoyed good conversations, the occasional bonfire and being surrounded by family and friends. There was never a joke he wouldn’t tell or a dare to be turned down. He had a strong, kind, loving and generous nature and was always willing to help someone by any means. It was in this spirit that he elected to be an organ donor. He saw the brighter side of every situation and always looked forward to watching the sun rising on a new day of adventure. Survivors include his parents, sisters Abigail Smith and Emily Smith of Green River, Wyoming Autumn Smith of Rock Springs, Wyoming; brother Neil Smith of Green River, Wyoming; several aunts and uncles including Shelley and Robert Smith of Grand Junction, CO, Tracy and Connie Bernard of Pinedale, Wyoming, Daryl and Michelle Winter of Ammon Idaho, Cory Bernard and Bridgett of Green River, Birch and Ann Smith, and Bobby Smith of Rock Springs, Wyoming, Ron and Tisha Smith of Glenrock, Wyoming; paternal grandparents Ronald G and Karene Smith of Rock Springs, Wyoming; paternal great-grandmother Melva Smith of Farson Wyoming; maternal great-grandfather Harry Karician and generations of cousins and other family members. He was preceded in death by his grandparents Don and Gaye Winter, Gertrude Winter, Elaine Karician, Jack and Pearl Zimmerman and Dean Bernard and Uncle Douglas Bernard. Following cremation, a celebration of life will be conducted at 2:00 P.M. Friday December 18, 2015 at the Grace Tabernacle Church, 1175 Bridger Drive, Green River, Wyoming. Friends may call at the church on Friday, one hour prior to services. The family of Bryant Smith respectfully requests that donations in his memory be made to the Bryant Smith Memorial Fund c/o Wells Fargo Bank, 125 West Flaming Gorge Way, Green River, Wyoming 82935. Condolences may be left at www.vasefuneralhomes.com. --- Wyo4News.com, Dec 16, 2015 Daniel Anton Dolenc Daniel Anton Dolenc, 93, of Longmont died peacefully December 11, 2015 at Safe Harbor assisted living in Longmont, Colorado. He was born January 6, 1922 in Cumberland, Wyoming to Anton and Francis (Dolinar) Dolenc. In 1942 he enlisted in the United States Navy retiring in 1972 after 30 years of service. He married Patricia Hornberger on June 24, 1946 in Waukesha, Wisconsin. She preceded him in death in 1985. He was an avid outdoorsman who enjoyed fishing, hunting, camping, hiking, skiing, ice skating and golf. He has five holes in one and was also a champion bowler. He is survived by one son, J. Scott Dolenc (Cecilia) of Longmont; two daughters Patricia Moore of Aurora, CO and Deborah Metzner of Aurora, CO.; four grandchildren Brett Dolenc (Kristy), Ben Dolenc, Brooke Nott (Jonathan) and Tyson Moyer; seven great-grandchildren Lucie Dolenc, Marin Dolenc, Toben Dolenc, Mckenna Nott, Oakley Nott, Kayden Moyer and Karra Moyer. He is preceded in death by his wife Patricia; brothers Joseph, Willie, Max, Albert and Tony; one sister Stella. Funeral Services will be held at 10:00 a.m. December 21, 2015 at Vase Funeral Chapel, 154 Elk Street, Rock Springs, Wyoming. Interment will follow at Mountain View Cemetery in Rock Springs Wyoming. Friends may call at the Vase Funeral Chapel Monday morning until time of services. Contributions may be made in Daniels name at Inthemastersteps@Gmail.com. Condolences may be left at www.vasefuneralhomes.com. --- SweetwaterNow.com, Dec 17, 2015 Richard Roy "Dick" Noble PINEDALE — Richard R. “Dick” Noble, 79, was born December 15, 1936 in Rock Springs, Wyoming to Carroll R. and Christina Noble. He died December 15, 2015 at the home ranch he dearly loved in Cora, Wyoming. Services will be held Tuesday December 22nd at the Pinedale LDS Church at 12 noon with viewing at 11:00 am, also at the Church. A full obituary will follow. He died December 15, 2015 at the home ranch he dearly loved in Cora, Wyoming. Services will be held Tuesday December 22nd at the Pinedale LDS Church at 12 noon with viewing at 11:00 am, also at the Church. A full obituary will follow. --- Wyo4News.com, Dec 18, 2015 Mollie Jean Burnett Smith Mollie Jean Burnett Smith, 84, of Rock Springs, Wyoming, died Thursday, December 17, 2015, at SageView Care Center. A longtime Rock Springs resident and former resident of Erie, Pennsylvania, Mrs. Smith died following complications of Progressive Supranuclear Palsy and breast cancer. She was born February 27, 1931, in Erie, Pennsylvania, the of John P. and Ruth G. Brenan Burnett. Mrs. Smith attended schools in Erie, Pennsylvania, McKane, Pennsylvania, and was a graduate of the Rock Springs High School with the class of 1948. She married Hamilton B. Smith in Rock Springs, Wyoming on May 11, 1952 and he preceded her in death on June 5, 2002. Mrs. Smith was employed as an Avon Representative for many years while her children were young. She later worked at Matthews DoNuts and was a school lunch manager at Yellowstone Elementary until her retirement in 1988. For over fifty years she shared her leadership and knowledge with First Congregational Church. She taught Sunday School, was a Sunday school superintendent, bible school teacher and bible school superintendent. She was the director of the primary children’s choir, youth choir and adult choir. Mrs. Smith also served as the Girl Scout Troop leader at First Congregational Church for many years. During the late 1950’s and early 60’s, Mrs. Smith was an avid bowler. She was a member of the USBC – Women’s Bowling League, serving as secretary and president of the local league. She also was a continuous member of the 200 Club. Her interests included her yard, traveling, attending performing arts productions in Salt Lake City, Utah, her grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Survivors include two daughters, Diana Rauzi and husband Dave; Karen Yenne and husband Ed; grandson Paul Rauzi and wife Brianne; granddaughter Kayla Rauzi; great-grandsons Aiden and Conlin Rauzi all of Rock Springs, Wyoming; two brothers Bernard Burnett and wife Pam of Hawkins, Texas and Alan Burnett and wife Dale of South San Francisco, California, along with several nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her husband, Hamilton B. Smith, her parents John P. and Ruth G. Burnett, brother John B. Burnett, and two sisters Betty J. Burnett and Ruth A. Sansing. Cremation has taken place. The family will be receiving friends and family at a memorial gathering from 4:00 P.M. until 6:00 P.M. onTuesday, December 22, 2015 at the First Congregational Church, 1275 Adams Avenue, Rock Springs, Wyoming. The family of Mollie Jean Burnett Smith respectfully requests that donations in her memory be made to Hospice of Sweetwater County, 333 Broadway, Suite 220, Rock Springs, Wyoming 82901 or www.myhsc.org Condolences may be left at www.vasefuneralhomes.com. --- Wyo4News.com, Dec 18, 2015 Thomas Eric Trujillo Thomas Eric Trujillo, 41, of Rock Springs, Wyoming passed away on Tuesday, December 15, 2015 at his home. A long time resident of Rock Springs, Wyoming, Mr. Trujillo died following a lengthy illness. He was born on July 21, 1974 in Denver, Colorado, the son of Chuck Ulibarri and Victoria Moran Mr. Trujillo attended schools in Salt Lake City, Utah and also in Rock Springs, Wyoming. He was a self-employed Tattoo Artist. His interests were fishing, writing music and playing the guitar with his son. He enjoyed his job and spending time with his family. Survivors include his companion Amanda Inman of Rock Springs, Wyoming; his parents Victoria Moran and husband Matthew of Rock Springs, Wyoming; one son Thomas Trujillo of Rock Springs, Wyoming; one daughter Tristen Vasquez of Rock Springs, Wyoming; two brothers Mike Trujillo of Rock Springs, Wyoming and William Ulibarri and wife Heather of Colorado Springs, Colorado; maternal grandparents Erma Cook of Rock Springs, Wyoming and William Morris of Green River, Wyoming; several aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his father Chuck Ulibarri; adoptive father Benny Trujillo; uncle Kevin Morris; paternal grandparents John and Bobbie Ulibarri. Cremation will take place and a celebration of his life will be announced and held at a later date. Condolences may be left at www.vasefuneralhomes.com --- Coloradoan, Dec. 20, 2015 Dr. Robert Sprowell Dr. Robert Sprowell passed away December 9, 2015, at the age of 89. His life was a tremendous example of all that is good, kind, and loving in this world. Bob was born May 13, 1926, the last person born in Lionkol, Wyoming. He grew up in Rock Springs, where he was a multi-sport athlete receiving All-State recognition in basketball. Bob was the son of a coal miner, who passed away when Bob was an infant. He was raised by his widowed mother, who later became the Sweetwater County Superintendent of Schools. In 1948, he married his high school sweetheart, Lucretia Charles, and she was at his bedside when he passed away after 67 years of marriage. Bob graduated from the University of Denver and received his medical degree from George Washington University, where he was class president. He served in the US Navy as a medical officer in Corpus Christi, Texas, and went on to complete a residency in dermatology at the University of Iowa College of Medicine. He joined the McFarland Clinic in Ames, Iowa, where he practiced for 35 years. He was on the medical staff of Mary Greeley Hospital in Ames, and was a member of the American Medical Association and the American Academy of Dermatology. Bob and Lucretia retired to Grand Junction, Colorado, where they lived for 20 years before moving to Fort Collins. Weeks before his death, they moved to Ponte Vedra Beach, Florida. Bob had a kind word for everyone and always had a story to tell. He was a sports enthusiast and a musician, and enjoyed golfing, skiing, dancing, singing, square dance calling, and playing the guitar and harmonica. He had a tremendous heart for animals. Loved by all, Bob leaves behind legions of friends and his beloved dog, Charlie. Bob is survived by his wife, Lucretia, and their five children, Bob (Elizabeth) of Oceanside, CA; Dave (Sue) of Lee's Summit, MO; Jim (Clare) of Fort Collins, CO; Nancy Geise (Doran) of Topeka, KS; Tom (Jill) of Ponte Vedra Beach, FL; 13 grandchildren; and his brother, James Sprowell, of Rancho Santa Margarita, CA. A family memorial service is planned for January 1st in Montrose, Colorado. In lieu of flowers, please make memorial contributions to: The University of Colorado Hospital Foundation Transplant Program Fund, uch.thankyou4caring.org. --- SweetwaterNow.com, Dec 21, 2015 Paul David Babel Paul David Babel, 76, longtime resident of Star Valley Ranch, Wyoming, passed away in the early hours of December 20, 2015 in Rock Springs, Wyoming at the home of his son David where he had been wintering. Paul had been battling long-term effects from cancer surgery in his mouth and throat. Paul was born on July 27, 1939 in Superior, Wyoming to Steven Louis Babel and Evelyn “Sue” Harnish Babel, the middle of three children. His family later moved to Rock Springs, Wyoming where he graduated from high school in 1957. After serving a short time in the Army as a mechanic, Paul met and married Gladys Mae Walsh Painovich on May 17, 1962. Afterwards he moved his family to Idaho Falls, Idaho where he worked as a diesel truck mechanic for Max Kerr and Sons Lumber Company for nearly 30 years. While living in Idaho Falls, Paul was active in a bowling league and was a member of the Elks Club, and enjoyed working on cars, trucks and motorcycles, camping, hunting and fishing. In While living in Idaho Falls, Paul was active in a bowling league and was a member of the Elks Club, and enjoyed working on cars, trucks and motorcycles, camping, hunting and fishing. In 1979 Paul took up golf, a game he once thought was silly, but soon fell in love with the sport. Paul had an affection for animals of all kinds, and had a menagerie of creatures including cows, horses, pigs, geese, ducks, sheep, guinea pigs, dogs, cats and even a monkey named JoJo. In the early 1990s he and Gladys moved to the home at Star Valley Ranch permanently where Paul semi-retired but stayed busy supervising the ranch shop working on golf carts and grounds upkeep equipment. Paul loved to work with his hands and was an amazing mechanic. He always had golf carts around his home garage that he worked on for others. He was an avid golfer and fisherman and loved being outdoors. Paul loved his children and grandchildren and he will be dearly missed. He was preceded in death by his parents Steve and Sue Babel, his aunts and uncles, and his beloved wife Gladys who passed in August 2002. He is survived by his older brother Gary Babel and his wife Judy of Saratoga, WY and his sister Nancy DeBernardi and her husband Gary “Debo” of Salt Lake City, UT; his five nieces and nephews and several cousins; his step-children Steven L Painovich of Pinedale, Wy, and Mrs. Barbara Bogataj of Rock Springs, Wy; his son David Lee Babel of Rock Springs, Wy, and his daughter Mrs. Paula Dee Kimmel of Richland, WA. He has six grandchildren: Ms. Amber Knapp of Moab, UT; Mrs. Stephanie Jasperson of Green River, WY; Miss Cyndi Kimmel, Joseph Kimmel and Benjamin Kimmel, all of Richland, WA, and Dylan Babel of Rock Springs. He also had 4 great-grandchildren: Ashtyn, Alexis, Gavin, and Haylee. In accordance with his wishes, Paul will be cremated. A service celebrating his life will occur at 2:00 P.M. Monday, January 11, 2016 at Vase Funeral Home, 154 Elk Street, Rock Springs, Wyoming. Friends may call at the funeral home one hour prior to services. Condolences may be left at www.vasefuneralhomes.com --- SweetwaterNow.com, Dec 22, 2015 Gustav Martin Gehlhar Gustav Martin Gehlhar passed away on December 13 in Rock Springs, Wyoming where he had resided for most of his adult life. Gus was born in San Francisco, California soon after his parents relocated from the Midwest. He spent most of his childhood in Napa, growing up in the St. John’s Lutheran parsonage, which at that time was on Second Street, in downtown Napa. Gus is survived by his sister Elaine (Gehlhar) Adams and her husband Jay Adams; nieces Laura Kostelac (John) and Lisa Walter (Greg), grandniece Grace Walter as well as several cousins. He was predeceased by his parents Reverend Gustav F. Gehlhar and Margaret (Klug) Gehlhar. After growing up in Napa, and graduating from St. John’s Lutheran School and Napa High School, Gus attended Napa Valley College before serving for a time in the United States Army. An avid fisherman and hunter, an individual always on the hunt from the time he was a young boy, he became a career outdoorsman. His family members made numerous trips to see “Uncle Gus” who would take them on quite memorable, rugged and wild camping, hiking and fishing adventures. Always quick with a strong opinion, and point of view, Gus was also keenly aware of healthy living before it was the trend. He lived an active, vibrant and focused life. Gus was the consummate mountain man loved by his family, and respected by his peers. He worked in the logging business and fur trapping industry for his entire life. He was doing what he loved, out checking his trapping lines, on his very last night. Services will be held with his family in Napa, California on December 23. Memorials can be made to the St. John’s Lutheran Church and School (Napa, California) Kitchen Fund. Condolences may be left at www.vasefuneralhomes.com --- Green River Star, Dec 23, 2015 Jess Barrera Jess Barrera, 88, of Rock Springs, passed away Dec. 17, 2015 at the Memorial Hospital of Sweetwater County. A lifelong resident of Rock Springs Barrera had been in ill health for the past year. He was born on July 27, 1927 in Rock Springs, the son of the late Jesus and Cliafas Barrera. Barrera attended schools in Rock Springs. He was employed by FMC as an underground miner for 36 years. Barrera's interests included camping, working on automobiles, spending time with family and friends and four wheeling. He was a member of United Steel Worker's of America and Restoration Ministries. Survivors include his companion Peggy Burns of Rock Springs; son Stephen G. Barrera and wife Janice of Green River; brother Chris Barrera of Green River; sister Theresa Kuenzler of Commerce City, Colo.; several cousins nephews and nieces. He was preceded in death by his parents Jesus and Cliafas Barrera; brother Angelo Barrera; sister Marguerite Barrera; half brother Ezekiel Gomes; half sisters Nora Ivie and Helen Goddard. A celebration of life took place Wednesday. --- SweetwaterNow.com, Dec 28, 2015 James H. “Jim” Chailland James H. “Jim” Chailland, 77, of Green River, Wyoming passed away on Sunday, December 27, 2015, at his home. A long-time resident of Green River, Wyoming, Mr. Chailland died following an illness of four years. He was born on June 26, 1938, in Cardwell, Missouri, the son of the late Earl and Daisy Chailland. Mr. Chailland attended schools in Missouri and Green River, Wyoming and later college. He married Ida Martinez Chailland in Evanston on October 1, 1957. Mr. Chailland was a United States Army Veteran and served from 1957 until he received his honorable discharge in 1963. He was employed at Stauffer Chemical and Rhone Polenc for thirty years and retired as Mine Operation Superintendant. Mr. Chailland was a member of Immaculate Conception Catholic Church, Fraternal Order of Eagles #2350 and also a member of Rolling Green Country Club since 1982. He had served as past president of Rolling Green Country Club and President for Star Board. He served on the Mine Rescue Team winning many awards, and at the last competition was inducted into the Hall of Fame. He achieved his fifth degree Black Belt in Karate. Mr. Chailland taught Karate at the college and also taught many friends throughout the Green River and Rock Springs area. He enjoyed golfing and lunching with his friends at different restaurants. These restaurants saved a special booth for him. He loved Cadillac automobiles, golfing, had a meticulous yard and spent much time with his family. Survivors include his wife Ida Chailland of Green River, Wyoming; one daughter Debra R. Smith and husband LaMar of Green River, Wyoming; two sons Monty James Chailland of Rock Springs, Wyoming and Greg Alan Chailland of Green River, Wyoming; one brother Larry Curry and wife Maxine of Mesquite, Nevada; one sister Jill Kinnaman Cordova of Green River, Wyoming; seven grandchildren Pamela Brewer, Dustin Bingham, Jimmy Chailland, Josh Chailland, Michael Chailland, Daniela Johnson and Mike Mares; one great-granddaughter Kasidee Brewer; brother-in-law Joe A. Martinez; sisters-in-law Emma Martinez, Audilia Ortega, Carol Lucero, Evie Sandoval and Darlene Duran and all of his many friends. He was preceded in death by his parents Robert and Daisy Kinnaman and father Earl Chailland; one daughter Mitzi Chailland; and one sister Velma Louise Chailland. Following cremation, a mass of Christian burial will be celebrated at 11:00 A.M. Thursday, December 31, 2015 at the Immaculate Conception Catholic Church, 900 Hitching Post Drive, Green River, Wyoming. A rosary will be recited at 6:00 P.M. Wednesday at the church. Friends may call at the church on Wednesday one hour prior to the rosary and on Thursday morning one hour before the service. The family of James H. “Jim” Chailland respectfully suggests that donations in his memory be made to Rocky Mountain Hospice, 520 Wilkes Drive, Suite 14, Green River, Wyoming 82935. Condolences may be left at www.vasefuneralhomes.com --- SweetwaterNow.com, Dec 28, 2015 Betsy Sue Peverley Betsy Sue Peverley, 82, of Green River, Wyoming passed away on Friday, December 25, 2015, at Mission at Castle Rock in Green River, Wyoming. She was born on May 22, 1933, in Rock Springs Wyoming, the daughter of the late David Sidney Dillon and Amy Pewtress Dillon. Mrs. Peverley attended schools in Green River, Wyoming and was a 1951 graduate of the Green River High School. She married Guy DeWitt “Dee” Peverley, and they later divorced. Mrs. Peverley worked for Sweetwater County for forty-two years and was also the Sweetwater County Treasurer. She retired on February 28, 1993. Her interests were playing Bridge, and Pinochle. She also enjoyed cooking and traveling. Survivors include one son, David Peverley and wife Joyce of Green River, one daughter Susan Peverley Roodell and husband “Swede” of New Richmond, Wisconsin, two grandchildren Jessica Graham and husband Troy and Sean Peverley: six great-grandchildren, Ashlynn, Carter, Jaxon, Beau, Elliott and Jada. She was preceded in death by her parents, two brothers, Dean Dillon, David “Bill” Dillon and two sisters, Pearl Deck and Shirley Gaston. Following cremation, a Celebration of Life will be conducted at 11:00 A.M. Monday, January 4, 2015, at the Vase Flaming Gorge Chapel, 263 East Flaming Gorge Way in Green River, Wyoming. Friends may call on Monday one hour prior to services. Condolences may be left at www.vasefuneralhomes.com --- SweetwaterNow.com, Dec 29, 2015 Rafael Martinez Rafael Martinez, 41, of Rock Springs, Wyoming passed away on Thursday, December 24, 2015 at his home. He was a long time resident of Rock Springs, and former resident of Mexico City, Mexico. Mr. Martinez was born on August 8, 1974 in Mexico, City, Mexico, the son of Sabas and Otilia Martinez. He attended schools in Mexico City, Mexico. Mr. Martinez was employed in Oilfield Fabrication as a technician. He married Lynnette Martinez in Salt Lake City, Utah on June 4, 2013. His interests included spending time with his family and he loved working. Survivors include his wife Lynette of Rock Springs, Wyoming; his mother Otilia Lopez Hernandez of Mexico City, Mexico; two daughters Ivone Martinez and Natalie Martinez and four brothers Raul Martinez, Jaime Martinez, and Javier Martinez all of Mexico City, Mexico and Ruben Martinez and wife Patricia of Rock Springs, Wyoming; one sister Luz Maria Rojas Hernandez of Mexico City, Mexico; several aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews and cousins. He was preceded in death by his father and one brother Jojge Martinez. Cremation will take place and there are no services scheduled at this time. Condolences may be left at www.vasefuneralhomes.com --- SweetwaterNow.com, Dec 29, 2015 Antonina "Toni" Pallesen Antonina “Toni” Pallesen, 89, of Green River, Wyoming passed away at her home on Friday, December 25, 2015. She was born on April 2, 1926, in a town near Kiev, Ukraine, daughter of Dmitro and Domka Prozka; baptized Greek Orthodox. When the German’s invaded Ukraine, she was taken from her home at age fifteen and placed in a work camp in Germany. There she met her future husband Delbert Pallesen of Manila, Utah. They were married in Augsburg, Germany on October 12, 1946. Later they returned to the United States, at her age of twenty-two. Mrs. Pallesen was known for her love of gardening, especially her raspberries and vegetables. She was an accomplished seamstress, made beautiful arts and crafts and was a fabulous cook. Mrs. Pallesen was a prominent voice in community and city politics, constantly defending citizen’s rights and privileges. She always thought that the people of the United States, “take their right to vote lightly’. Survivors include one daughter Rose M. Moseby and one son John D. Pallesen and wife Linda Acker all of Rock Springs, Wyoming; one granddaughter Cari Kragovich and husband Jim of Rock Springs, Wyoming; two great-grandchildren Jason and Jared Kragovich of Rock Springs, Wyoming. She was preceded in death by her parents and her husband, Delbert. Cremation will take place. Memorial services will be held in the spring. --- SweetwaterNow.com, Dec 31, 2015 Mary Frances Hutchinson Mary Frances Hutchinson, 79, died Monday, December 28, 2015, at the Sheridan Manor in Sheridan, Wyoming with her brother Pat Rowland by her side. She was a lifelong resident of Reliance before recently moving to Sheridan. She was born October 15, 1936, in Rock Springs, the daughter of Leroy Rowland and Christina Laypath Rowland. She attended schools in Rock Springs and graduated from Rock Springs High School with the class of 1955. She married Ervin Hutchinson in Rock Springs on April 28, 1956. He preceded her in death in 1984. She was a member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Her interests were going camping, hunting, sewing, reading and writing in her diary, and playing bingo. She had worked as a bartender and waitress for many years at the Park Hotel and the Outlaw Inn. Survivors include her sons Leroy Hutchinson and wife Pat, and Marvin Hutchinson and wife Carla all of Rock Springs; daughters Kay Hajek and Cindy Aguiniga both of Nebraska; brother Pat Rowland of Sheridan; sisters Ruth Mclich and husband Tom of Rock Springs, and Nema Stricker and husband Larry of Utah; grandchildren Jennie and Eli Rivera, Jessi and Billy Wells, Jackie and Don Tucker, Megan Hutchinson and Missy Hutchinson all of Rock Springs, Tommy Hutchinson of Louisiana, Bill and Brenda Hutchinson of Utah, Marty and Pam Hutchinson of Arizona, Steve Hutchinson of North Carolina and several other grandchildren; several great-grandchildren; numerous nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents Leroy Rowland and Christina Eversole, husband Ervin Hutchinson, son Gene Hutchinson, brother Chris Rowland, sister Liz Powell and grandson Shawn Hutchinson. Cremation has taken place. Memorial services will be held at 2:00 p.m. Friday, January 8, 2016, at Fox Funeral Home, 2800 Commercial Way, Rock Springs. Condolences for the family can be left at www.foxfh.com. ---