Obituary Listing

Donna Marie Hood

Donna Marie Hood

Jun 4, 2024

Donna Marie Hood, formerly Donna Marie Councilman, of Tacoma, Washington, passed away peacefully on June 4,2024, in Cheyenne, Wyoming. She was a beloved wife, mother, sister, daughter and friend whose presence touched the lives of many.Born on December 18, 1936, in Tacoma, Washington to Floyd and Caroline Councilman, Donna grew up surrounded by the love of her family. She shared...

Jane Lundell

Jane Lundell

Jun 2, 2024

Jane C. Lundell, age 86, of Cheyenne passed away peacefully at David Hospice Center on June 2, 2024. Jane was born September 29, 1937 to Byron and Helene (Shoup) Cochran in Sutherland, Nebraska. She attended elementary and high school in Sutherland, graduating in 1955, and furthered her education at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln, graduating in 1959 with a degree in...

Sharon Kay Shmidl

Sharon Kay Shmidl

Jun 1, 2024

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...

Elizabeth M. Hanson

Elizabeth M. Hanson

May 31, 2024

Elizabeth M. Hanson, 93, passed away peacefully into the loving arms of her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. May 31, 2024, at Davis Hospice Center, Cheyenne Wyoming. Born Myrtle Elizabeth Humphries on August 13, 1930, in Montreal, Quebec, Canada, she was the beloved eldest daughter of Arthur (“Arch”) and Rosie (Philpott) Humphries and younger sister Winnie (Ninny-Buns), whom Elizabeth loved...

Carole Marie Vogel

Carole Marie Vogel

May 29, 2024

Carole Marie (Peterson) Vogel passed away quietly on May 29, 2024. She was born in Bowman, ND on March 26, 1939, the youngest daughter of Otto and Helen Peterson. Her youth was spent in Bowman until the family moved to Laurel, Montana. Carole graduated from Laurel High School in 1957 where she was a popular student and known as “Petey”....

Archie J. Martinez

Archie J. Martinez

May 27, 2024

Archie J. Martinez, Sr, age 73, of Cheyenne, Wyoming, earned his wings this Memorial Day, on Monday, May 27th, 2024, peacefully in the comfort of his home. Archie was born on February 17th, 1951, to Otoniel and Pacomia Rose Martinez in Rocks Springs, Wyoming.At age 18, he served in the Army during the Vietnam War earning the Bronze Service Star,...

Barbara Jean Epler

Barbara Jean Epler

May 26, 2024

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,...

Oliver Dean Allen

Oliver Dean Allen

May 26, 2024

Oliver Dean Allen, age 78, of Cheyenne, Wyoming went to be with our Lord and Savior on Sunday, May 26, 2024. 

Dean was born on August 9, 1945, in Yuma, Colorado to Oliver Joseph Allen and Vernadine Dilka Allen. He graduated from Yuma High School in 1964. Dean met the love of his life, Meredith Allen in 1967, and they married...

Susan Y. (Sutherland) Anderson

Susan Y. (Sutherland) Anderson

May 25, 2024

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....

David Braun

David Braun

May 24, 2024

David Braun, 69, of Cheyenne, WY, passed away peacefully Friday evening, May 24, 2024, surrounded by loved ones. David was born on April 2, 1955 to Richard "Emerson" Braun and Carol June Carver Braun. He grew up in Ohio with 7 siblings (Richard Braun, Gary Braun, Stephen Braun, Danial McClure, Carla Peter, Shane McClure, and Tammy Erdman). He was preceded...

Susan M. Wegner

Susan M. Wegner

May 23, 2024

Susan Wegner passed away on Thursday, May 23, 2024 from complicationsbrought on by Alzheimer's. She was born and raised in Cheyenne andattended Special Education classes at Rossman and Alta Vista schoolsand at East High School.She was a very good swimmer and received numerous swimming awards inSpecial Olympics, and participated in other events as well. She was also involved in several programs...

Jennie Rish

Jennie Rish

May 23, 2024

Jennie Rish, 79, of Cheyenne passed beyond the vail at Cheyenne Regional Medical Center surrounded by her loving husband of 59 years.  She was born May 7, 1945 in Ft. Lupton, Colorado to Adolph Alvarez and Louise Bueno.   

 Jennie spent her younger years in the Ft. Lupton area and moved to Cheyenne Wyoming when her father went to work for...

Richard LeRoy "Dick" Butz

Richard LeRoy "Dick" Butz

May 21, 2024

Richard LeRoy Butz, 95, passed away peacefully on May 21, 2024 at the V.A. Medical Center in Cheyenne, Wyoming following a good, long life.

On December 16, 1928 in Ft. Collins, Colorado, Richard entered the world as the firstborn child of Benjamin and Frieda (née Getz) Butz, and over the next 16 years starting in 1931, he became the big brother...

Charles Edward Bush

Charles Edward Bush

May 18, 2024

Loving husband and father, Charles E. Bush passed away May 18, 2024, at Cheyenne Regional Medical Center in Cheyenne, WY at the age of 90. Charles was born on October 6, 1933, in Columbia County, WI to Arthur and Violet (Kidney) Bush. 

Charles (Chuck) met and married the love of his life Mary A. Monthey August 20, 1955. Within a couple...

Nelda Ellen Lee

Nelda Ellen Lee

May 17, 2024

Nelda “Nel” Lee, beloved wife, mother and grandmother, died May 17, 2024 in Cheyenne.  Nelda was born Oct. 27, 1928 in Fort Morgan, CO.  She is survived by Robert, her husband of nearly 73 years; daughter Debra Lee, Cheyenne; son David Lee, Newnan, GA, and grandchildren Stone and Kaylin Lee.  

Nel met young airman, Robert, at F.E. Warren Air Force...

Linda Rose Robison

Linda Rose Robison

May 16, 2024

Linda Rose Robison, 84, of Cheyenne, WY, peacefully passed away on May 16, 2024, surrounded by a small circle of friends after a difficult battle with Parkinson’s Disease.

Linda was born on April 10th, 1940, to Harry and Irene Lipiec in the city of Detroit, MI. After graduating high school, Linda pursued a career in nursing, securing her Bachelor of Science...

Patricia Meares

Patricia Meares

May 14, 2024

In loving memory of the vibrant Patricia “Trish” Meares, known affectionately as YiaYia to her beloved grandchildren. Trish was born on November 16, 1938, in South Bend, Indiana, and peacefully passed away on May 14, 2024 at her home in Cheyenne, Wyoming.Trish was a woman of uncommon resilience and strength with an ebullient Irish temperament that brought laughter and amusement...

Charles McKean Burke

Charles McKean Burke

May 9, 2024

Charles Burke passed away in Cheyenne on May 9, 2024.   Charles “Chuck” was born November 11, 1936 in Longmont, Colorado to Victor and Marion Burke.  

He graduated from Boulder High School (1954), from the University of Northern Colorado in Greeley with a Bachelor’s Degree (1959) and with a Master’s Degree (1962).  He met his wife Julia while attending UNC...

George Q. Ortiz

George Q. Ortiz

May 7, 2024

George Q. Ortiz, a man of few words but a big heart, passed away on May 7, 2024, in his hometown of Cheyenne, Wyoming. Born on August 18, 1948, George was a beloved husband, father, and brother whose presence will be deeply missed.

George dedicated his career to serving as a signalman for the Union Pacific Railroad. His commitment to his...

Jayne Adair Broyles

Jayne Adair Broyles

May 6, 2024

Jayne Adair (Robertson) Broyles was born November 18, 1925, in Casper, Wy. She passed on May 6, 2024, in Laramie, Wy. She was raised in Cody and Cheyenne and graduated from Cheyenne High School in 1943. She attended the University of Nebraska and the University of Wyoming, where she was a member of the Delta Delta Delta sorority.

Jayne married Marshall...