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Gwendlyn Marie Garcia, 64, of Casper, Wyoming, entered into God's presence on November 18, 2024, surrounded by the love of her family. Gwen was born on February 6, 1960, in Cheyenne, Wyoming, to Keith Phillip Schoene and Ruby Jane Atnip. She graduated from Burns High School in 1978 and went on to pursue a degree in Special Education from the University of Wyoming. She later earned her Master's in Education from Spearfish, South Dakota. Gwen devoted 35 years to teaching, retiring in 2017, and...
Gwendlyn Marie Garcia, 64, of Casper, Wyoming, entered into God's presence on November 18, 2024, surrounded by the love of her family. Gwen was born on February 6, 1960, in Cheyenne, Wyoming, to Keith Phillip Schoene and Ruby Jane Atnip. She graduated from Burns High School in 1978 and went on to pursue a degree in Special Education from the University of Wyoming. She later earned her Master's in Education from Spearfish, South Dakota. Gwen devoted 35 years to teaching, retiring in 2017, and...
Kevin D. Baker, 66, of Cheyenne, passed away at CRMC-ICU surrounded by his devoted and loving family. He was born in Cheyenne on October 21, 1958, to Edgar and Katherine Baker. He was raised on the family farm south of Pine Bluffs. Kevin worked in the oil industry, beginning with Texaco Trading and Transportation, and retiring with Holly Frontier. Throughout his life, he enjoyed Wyoming's outdoors, hunting, camping, and traveling with family and friends. His kind soul, warm demeanor, and...
Roger Raymond Jessop of Rock Springs died Saturday, November 2nd, 2024 at Monument Health in Salt Lake City, Utah. He was born on November 14th, 1945 in Berkley, California, the only child of Raymond and Nell Jessop. Roger spent his childhood on the family farm in Pine Bluffs, Wyoming, and joined the Army after graduating from Pine Bluffs High School. Roger returned home and his family continued to live on the farm before moving to Rock Springs. He worked for John Bunning Transfer and for the Sw...
Selma Gieber, 91, of Pine Bluffs, Wyoming, died at the Cheyenne Life Care Center on Wednesday, October 30, 2024. Funeral services will be held at 10:00 a.m. on Saturday, November 2, 2024 at the St. Paul's Catholic Church in Pine Bluffs with Father Carl Gallinger officiating. Viewing will be held at the church on Monday at 9:00 a.m. Rosary will be said at 9:30 a.m. with the funeral to follow at 10:00 a.m. Burial will be held in the Pine Bluffs Cemetery. Friends may visit www.cantrellfh.com to...
LeRoy Batt, 81, of Pine Bluffs, WY., died peacefully on Monday, October 14, 2024, at Kimball County Manor. Cremation will take place, with memorial services to be held on Saturday, October 26, 2024 at 10:00 a.m. at the Cantrell Funeral Home in Kimball, followed by a reception and lunch at the Pine Bluffs Senior Center. Friends may visit www.cantrellfh.com to view his Tribute Wall and leave condolences and stories for the family. Memorials may be given in LeRoy's memory to the Pine Bluffs Senior...
t is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Gregory J. Moritz, affectionately known as Greg, who left this world on October 5, 2024, at the CRMC in Cheyenne, WY. Born on October 16, 1960, in Cheyenne, WY. Greg's journey through life was marked by unwavering kindness, boundless generosity, and an infectious sense of humor that endeared him to all who knew him. Greg dedicated much of his life to hard work and service. He began his career on the family farm and continued to be a...
Chuck grew up in Pine Bluffs sparking his interest in Archaeology, his passion being Plains Tribal groups. He received his BA and MA from UW (1970, 1971) and a PhD from the University of New Mexico, 1978. He specialized in Late Prehistoric and Early Historic time periods, authoring many research articles and monographs. He generated 3 million dollars for archaeological research, public education programs and facilities. His teaching career started in 1976, teaching a diverse set of undergraduate...
Elijah Michael Vigil, 49, of Pine Bluffs, WY, passed away at Cheyenne Regional Medical Center on September 23rd. Elijah, or Eli to many, was born on July 25, 1975, in Santa Maria, California to Gilbert and Roxanne (Cox) Vigil. Eli joined the National Guard after graduating high school in Berthoud, CO. He then enlisted Active Duty in the Army. He married Stacey Wagner on September 25, 1995. After boot camp they were stationed at Fort Campbell in Kentucky. He was in the 101st Airborne Air Assault...
Kenneth C. Johnson, 74, or Pine Bluffs died September 24. There will be a graveside service for friends and family on Tuesday, October 1 at 2 p.m. in the Pine Bluffs Cemetery, with refreshments at the United Methodist Church in Pine Bluffs immediately following the graveside....
F. Darlene Smith, a remarkable woman whose life was filled with love, and community, took her final bow on August 12, 2024, at the age of 83. Born on May 31, 1941, in Chadron, Nebraska, she blossomed into a life characterized by independence, creativity, and a generosity of spirit that touched everyone fortunate enough to know her. Darlene's educational journey began at the Parks School of Business in Denver, Colorado, where she graduated with a degree in Secretarial Studies in 1959. It was a...
Donald David Porter, 93, of Grover, Colorado passed away on September 5, 2024 at the Kimball County Manor. Don was born July 29, 1931 to Esther and David Porter at the Reichley homestead near Grover. Don was a farmer/rancher his entire life and also worked numerous side jobs throughout much of his life. In 1952 he married Jean Knapp and they raised four children. Don served many years on the Farm Credit Services Board and on the Grover Fire Department Board. He was a life-time member of the...
Merlin Otto Marquart, fondly known as Otto, passed away on September 4, 2024, at the Western Nebraska Veterans Home in Scottsbluff, Nebraska. Born on December 9, 1939, in Deshler, Nebraska, Otto lived a life enriched by his adventurous spirit, warm-hearted nature, and a profound love for family. Otto dedicated many years to shaping young minds as a junior high science teacher in Northglenn, Colorado, where he brought his great sense of humor and engaging personality into the classroom. His...
Luke Person, 60, a beloved figure of Pine Bluffs, Wyoming sadly left our world on August 10, 2024. Luke spent over 30 years in construction, and over 10 years with his kiddos at LCSD2. Luke was treasured by the community, touching many lives through his humor and kindness. Luke loved camping, elk hunting, spending time with his family, and his precious bull terriers. Luke is survived by Leanne Person, wife, Nick Person (Jordan), Tim Person (Ran), Hope Peete (Cameron), and Karli Person. Luke is...
Dario Soto, 89 years of age and resident of Medicine Bow, Wy.. Passed away in Cheyenne on July 20,2024. Coach Soto was a graduate of Pine Bluffs High, A Navy veteran, and a grduate of the University of Wyoming. Funeral services pending, Services can be found at schradercares.com....
Patricia Schaefer, 88, New England, died Wednesday, July 3, 2024 surrounded by family at CHI St. Alexius, Dickinson. Patricia's Celebration of Life Service, will be at 10 a.m., Friday, July 12, 2024 at Our Redeemer's Lutheran Church, New England, with Rev. Beth Parks officiating. Interment will take place the Hettinger Cemetery, Hettinger. Visitation will be on Thursday, from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m., at Ladbury Funeral Service, Dickinson, and will continue at the church on Friday from 9 a.m. to 10...
Wyona Yanda Shipp was born in her Grandmother Wineteer's home in Bayard, NE, on January 7, 1933. She passed away in Tucson, AZ on June 3, 2024. Wyona lived on her father's farm 8 miles from Pine Bluffs, WY. Around age 5, her mother died from pneumonia, so she lived with her Grandmother Emma Bell and Uncle Ray in Chadron, NE, during the winter months and her father during the summer. Wyona was pursued and won over by her Pine Bluffs High School sweetheart, Gordon Shipp, when they were seniors. Th...
Donely D. Brunner, 76, of 15 Lakeview Heights, Brule, Nebraska, 69127 passed away on June 9, 2024, at his home. Don was born January 23, 1948, in Belle Fourche, South Dakota, the son of Edward Victor and Laura Irene (Carlson) Brunner. Don proudly served in the United States Army Corps of Engineers. Following his service, he earned a Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering from the South Dakota School of Mines in 1974. He was also a member of the Theta Tau fraternity. Don married Mary K....
In loving memory of Sharon Kay Shmidl, Sharon Shmidl, a dedicated individual who graced this world with her outgoing personality and strong work ethic, passed away peacefully surrounded by family on June 1, 2024 in Cheyenne, Wyoming. She was a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, great grandmother, great-great grandmother, sister, aunt, and friend to many. Sharon was born in Detroit Michigan on November 29th, 1940, to Fred and Edith (Stockinger) Kasp. She was a 1958 graduate of Van Nuys High Schoo...
Carol Sue Woods, age 65, of Kersey, Colorado passed away on Sunday, May 5, 2024. She was born on July 14, 1958, in Cheyenne, Wyoming, grew up in Pine Bluff, Wyoming and graduated from Pine Bluffs High School in 1976. After high school, Carol moved to Oklahoma and started working in the medical field. She eventually made her way back to her hometown and worked for the Town of Pine Bluffs for a short period of time. She eventually moved to Colorado to pursue a career in the electrical and HVAC...
Barbara Jean Epler, 91, a longtime resident of Hillsdale, Wyoming, passed away peacefully at her home on Sunday, May 26, 2024, following a brief illness with pancreatic cancer. Born the youngest of twelve siblings, Barbara's life was marked by her love, curiosity, and commitment to her family and community. Barbara farmed and ranched in Hillsdale with her husband, Harry L. Epler, and their three sons, Casey, Alan, and Curt. A lifelong learner, Barbara became a Reiki master, a master gardener, a...
Sue Anderson of Burns, Wyoming, passed from this life on May 25, 2024, at Cheyenne Regional Medical Center. She was born November 18, 1955, to Don and Edna Ruth (Hixon) Sutherland at Slaton, Texas. The family moved to the Elm Creek, Nebraska area when she was young. She attended country school and graduated from Elm Creek High School in 1974. Volleyball scholarships allowed Sue to obtain an associate degree from Eastern Wyoming College and a bachelor's degree from the University of Wyoming. She...
Kathleen (Heigis) Wolff, 68, passed away on May 25th, 2024 after a hard fought battle with cancer. She was born on March 22, 1956 in Rapid City, SD. Kathy married Dan Schnell and together they had one daughter, Dallas Schnell. She later married Allen Wolff and spent her remaining years in Burns, WY where she enjoyed baking, sewing, gardening and crafting. Kathy worked harder than most and always with a smile on her face. She was first to lend a helping hand and had a special way of making those...
LeRoyce Marvin "Lee" Woolington, 80, of Pine Bluffs, died on June 3, 2024 in Pine Bluffs. He was born on April 25, 1944 in Kimball, Nebraska. Lee worked in the potato plant and that's where he met Rexine and their life together started. They decided to purchase their home in 1974 on Walnut Avenue for a whopping $28,000. Lee began working for the Union Pacific Railroad for many years, however, he found his passion when he stepped into a semi! Driving truck was so enjoyable for him he went as far...
James Henry Steege passed away on May 15, 2024. He was born on September 16, 1951 to Martin and Betty Dittmer Steege. A graveside service will be held on Sunday, May 26, 2024 at 1:00 pm at the Hillsdale Cemetery. Celebration of Life Potluck dinner to follow at the Burns Plex....
