Bastian marks 90th

Ben Bastian recently celebrated his 90th birthday with a family dinner in Cheyenne.

Ben was born in Cheyenne and grew up on a farm near Burns. He is the only child of Wesley and Lela Bastian. He volunteered to serve during World War II and was sent to the European front, where he was wounded in battle.

After the war, he married Bonnie Gaston. They moved to the family farm where they still reside.

They’ve always enjoyed spending time with their family and have been wonderful role models for their children, grandchildren, as well as many nieces and nephews.

Ben and Bonnie enjoy traveling and spe...