Louise Jacobsen
Dec 20, 2023
Louise Jacobsen was born on January 9, 1936, in Cheyenne, Wyoming, to parents Hoyt and Leona DuVall. She grew up on a ranch 30 miles north of Cheyenne, and attended Chugwater Schools, where she received her education. In 1953, Louise graduated from Chugwater High School, marking the beginning of a life filled with love, perseverance, and dedication. After completing high school,...
Tristan Zane Martinez
Dec 19, 2023
Tristan Zane Martinez, born on February 25 1997, in Rock Springs, Wyoming, touched the lives of many during his time with us. It is with heavy hearts that we announce his passing on December 19, 2023, in Cheyenne, Wyoming. Tristan's legacy as a compassionate caregiver and his love for his family will forever be cherished.From an early age, Tristan showed...
Kay Allen
Dec 15, 2023
Kay Allen, of Cheyenne Wyoming passed away unexpectedly on December 15, 2023. She was born Sep 24, 1953 in Deadwood, SD to Jean and Clark Allen and grew up and lived most of her life in Cheyenne. She graduated with a Bachelor’s degree in Special Education from the University of Wyoming and achieved a Masters degree in Special Ed...
Paul Lafkas
Dec 12, 2023
Paul Thomas Lafkas, 91, of Cheyenne, Wyoming, passed away Tuesday, December 12, 2023, at the Cheyenne Veterans Affairs Medical Center. Paul was born in Cheyenne on May 19, 1932, to Thomas and Angela Lafkas. He graduated from Cheyenne High School in l950. Paul enlisted in the United States Navy and served in the Korean War aboard the aircraft carrier USS...
Dennis D Haas
Dec 10, 2023
Dennis Duane Haas 76 of Cheyenne passed away on December 10, 2023 in the VA Community Living Center in Cheyenne. He was born on March 12, 1947, in Scottsbluff, Nebraska to Bernard and Hazel (Linhart) Haas of Veteran, Wyoming.
Dennis was raised on a farm near Veteran, Wyoming. He graduated from Veteran High School in 1966. Dennis...
Marques Ezell
Dec 8, 2023
Marques Ezell, born on November 23, 1954, in Tupelo, Mississippi, has left a void in the hearts of all those who knew and loved him. With great sadness, we announce his passing on December 8, 2023, in Cheyenne, Wyoming. Marques was a cherished brother, father, uncle, grandfather and friend. In this obituary, we reflect on his wonderful life and the...
Thomas Garris
Dec 7, 2023
Thom Garris, 69, of Cheyenne died peacefully in Cheyenne on December 7, 2023.
Thom was born to Hugh and Rebecca Kerns Garris in Charlotte, North Carolina, on April 8, 1954. He was predeceased by them and by an older brother, Mack Garris.
He is survived by his wife, Naomi Allen, their cats Amy and Emily, all of...
Patricia M Martinez
Dec 6, 2023
Patricia M Martinez, affectionately known as Pat, passed away on December 6, 2023, at Cheyenne Regional Medical Center in Cheyenne, Wyoming. Born on January 17, 1951, in Cheyenne, Patricia was the daughter of Enrique and Annie Rivera.
Patricia had a fulfilling career and dedicated many years to working in internal medicine. Later on, she retired as an auditor from the...
Arthur Georgelas
Dec 6, 2023
Arthur "George" Georgelas, also fondly known as Uncle and Uncie, passed away on December 6, 2023, in Cheyenne, Wyoming. He was born on November 5, 1944, in Lynn, Massachusetts.Arthur lived a remarkable life characterized by his unwavering dedication to his Lord Jesus, Church, family and community. He served in the United States Airforce for 20 years, where he demonstrated true...
Hermine McMechan
Dec 4, 2023
Hermine (Karin) McMechan peacefully passed away on 12/04/2023. She was born in Budapest, Hungary on 08/20/1940 to Paul Dorner and Anna Reitter. She came to the United States in 1963 to a new life and family. For most of her life she was a CNA, taking care of people in facilities and private homes. She cherished her home, it was...
Jill Rochelle Ellenbecker
Dec 4, 2023
Jill R. Ellenbecker, 42, of Cheyenne passed away on December 4, 2023. Jill was born on August 31, 1981, in Cheyenne, Wyoming.
Jill loved animals and was active in 4H and FFA. Later she was also part of the Cheyenne Frontier Days Dandies.
She graduated from Central in 1999 and went on to the University of Wyoming and graduated...
Donna J. Curtis
Dec 2, 2023
Donna J. Curtis (Blackerby) (Crane)
Born in Lyons, NE to Marilyn Zuniga and Walter Blackerby.
Enjoyed gardening, cooking and rescuing dogs.
She is survived by daughters: Shelly (Bryon) Hopper and Wendy (Robert) Reeve, two granddaughters Samantha Reeve and Morgan (Roy) Michael, and sister Kristy (Armando) Chamberlin.
Preceded by her parents and sisters: Kathy Nieman and Sharon Robinson.
Donations can be...
Jeffrey Bastian
Nov 28, 2023
Jeffrey Joel Bastian, 61, of Garland Texas, passed away November 28, 2023. Jeff was born July 21, 1962, in Cheyenne, Wyoming to Theodore Ben and Bonnie Bastian. Jeff grew up on the family farm near Burns, Wyoming. Jeff attended school in Burns, received his bachelor’s degree in public administration from Hastings College in Nebraska and received his master’s degree in...
Bruce Cress Johnston
Nov 28, 2023
Bruce Cress Johnston, a talented heavy equipment operator and skilled tractor repairman, passed away on November 28, 2023. Born on November 25, 1983, in Rapid City, SD, Bruce lived a life filled with passion and adventure. His love for trucks, classic cars, and restoring antique tractors ignited his soul and brought him immense joy. He left this Earth surrounded by...
William Earhart Hutchinson
Nov 24, 2023
William Earhart Hutchinson passed away on November 24, 2023 at Cheyenne Regional Medical Center in Cheyenne Wyoming. He was born in his grandfather's house on February 22, 1937, in Bohannon, Matthews County, Virginia.
In 1956 he joined the California National Guard, the 40th Armored Division, 215 Armored Field Artillery Battalion, Battery B. In January 1959 he graduated from Azusa High...
Gregory W Sneesby
Nov 23, 2023
Gregory Wayne Sneesby, 77, died on November 23, 2023, surrounded in love by his wife, children, and sister, at Davis Hospice Center in Cheyenne, Wyoming.
Born September 24, 1946, to Roger and Gladys (Deyo) Sneesby, in Wheatland, Wyoming, he spent his early childhood in Chugwater before moving to the family farm in Carpenter. He attended Carpenter Elementary School and High School,...
Robert Everett Wagner
Nov 21, 2023
Robert Everett Wagner, known to friends and family as Bob, passed away on November 21, 2023. He leaves behind a legacy of dedication, service, and warm memories that will forever be remembered by those who knew him.Bob was born on October 2, 1931, in a small farm outside Windsor Colorado. From an early age, he displayed a strong work ethic...
Jan Hubert Paul
Nov 21, 2023
Jan Hubert Paul, 82, a longtime local architect whose work is evident throughout the state and region, died November 21 at Davis Hospice Center in Cheyenne.
Always a gentleman and a problem-solver, he will be remembered for his hard work, integrity and appreciation for nature.
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Karen Lynn Benkusky
Nov 19, 2023
Karen Lynn Benkusky, a vibrant soul who always had an adventurous spirit, passed away peacefully on November 19, 2023, in Cheyenne, WY. She was born on May 27, 1958, in the charming town of Deadwood, South Dakota.From a young age, Karen had an insatiable wanderlust. Traveling to different places brought her immense joy and excitement. She and her beloved mother...
Shirley L. Hardsocg
Nov 15, 2023
Shirley L. (Kading) Hardsocg, 81, a wonderful wife, loving mother of two, grandmother, and caring friend to countless Wyomingites, died peacefully on November 15, 2023. Surrounded by friends and family, Shirley departed this world, but her boundless spirit and enduring warmth remain with her family, friends, and those she tirelessly comforted and cared for throughout her life.
Shirley was born...
