Serving the Big Horn Basin for over 100 years
Serving the Big Horn Basin for over 100 years
Sorted by date Results 135 - 159 of 1958
Don A Schlaf, 85 of Cody, WY died in Hospice January 19, 2024. He was born October 13, 1938 in Greybull, WY and live all but the last 13 years in Burlington, on his family owned and operated farm. He graduated from Burlington High School in 1956 and went to CSU for only a short time; being needed back home helping with the livestock and farming, but his true love was always flying. Don A was a volunteer EMT and Fireman for the Burlington Fire Department He is survived by his wife Norma of 63... Full story
Grace L. Snyder-Nelson went home to her Jesus on March 14, 2024, after many years of sharing her special love, acceptance, sweet smile and "I love you's" in sign language. Grace was born in Worland, Wyoming on July 12, 1960, to Henry Lincoln "Hank" and Anella Rae (Currence) Snyder. She spent her early years in Worland. The family moved to Casper where Grace and her brother, Ralph, could receive special schooling for children with disabilities at Wood's School. Both Ralph and Grace were born... Full story
Eugene John Leone, age 75, passed away peacefully on March 12, 2024, at Mountain View VA Medical Center in Sheridan, Wyoming. Gene was born in Detroit, Michigan on September 14, 1948, to Eugene and Betty (Konecny) Leone. A short time after his birth, the family moved across the country to Southern California, where he grew up in Orange County. Shortly after graduating from high school, he enlisted in the United States Army, serving two tours in Vietnam. Upon leaving the Army, he attended Orange... Full story
Ricky John Warneke aka Rick aka Scratch, passed away at his home in Texas Sunday, March 3rd, 2024, from brain cancer. Rick was born to Norman and Ruth Warneke on January 26th, 1953, in Lewistown, Montana. When Norm and Ruth moved to Oregon, Rick finished high school at Crane Union High School which is a public boarding school in Eastern Oregon. After high school, Rick took various jobs and rodeoed across the pacific northwest eventually being recruited to ride bareback horses and team rope for... Full story
Marion (Betty) Elizabeth Jablin (Busch) was born on December 31st, 1940 in Worland, Wyoming, and passed away on March 5th, 2024 at the age of 83. She was raised in Worland, helping her parents work the farm along with her brothers. She attended Worland schools and graduated from Worland High in 1959. She then attended the University of Wyoming, majoring in medical technology. While attending UW, she met the love of her life, Michael (Mike) Jablin. They were married on June 14th, 1964, in... Full story
Eugene Anderson Whitlock, age 95 passed away peacefully on March 3, 2024, at Worland Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center. He was born June 29, 1928, in Worland, Wyoming, the fourth child of Andrew and Ludina (Anderson) Whitlock. He had five siblings, Virginia, Glen, Ira, Jerry, and Sharon. Gene worked at the creamery as a young boy and drove the creamery truck. He bought his own clothes by the age of ten and had a paper route for years. Gene sang at an early age, and was in the mixed chorus and... Full story
Lewis M. McMillen, 81, passed away at the Wyoming Retirement Center in Basin, on Feb. 27, 2024. He was born in Fromberg, Montana, on August 13, 1942. No services are planned at this time.... Full story
Philip James Mills, 89, passed away at Worland Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center on February 25, 2024 with his loving wife by his side. Phil was born on December 12, 1934, in Napa, California to Edward Elmer and Emily (Boniguso) Mills. He and his sister, Joan, were tragically orphaned at a very young age. He was separated from his sister, whom he dearly loved, as he was raised in Finly, California by their paternal grandmother, Goldie Mills. Joan was sent to their maternal grandmother,... Full story
Dennis David Schmidt, 66, passed away suddenly on Saturday, February 24, 2024 in Meeteetse, Wyoming. Dennis was born on May 25, 1957 in Kearney, Nebraska to Donnie Dean Schmidt and Betty Jane Banks. He grew up in Gibbon, Nebraska working on the family farm until he was nine, when they moved to Meeteetse, Wyoming. Even as a child, he was always busy helping others and enjoyed going to church with his family. While in Meeteetse, he worked on the family ranch and the Sunshine Ranch. He graduated... Full story
Gerald Phillip Welfl passed away peacefully on February 12th, 2024, at the Good Samaritan Center in De Smet, SD. Service was Feb. 16 at the United Methodist Church, DeSmet. Interment at Black Hills National Cemetery at a later date. Gerald (Jerry) was born October 14th, 1934 to Lawerance and Nina Welfl in Phillip, SD. After graduating high school in Springfield, SD, Jerry enlisted in the United States Army for 3 years. On August 19th, 1956, Jerry married the love of his life Helen Griffith.... Full story
Donna Lee (Bruce) Moberly, 90, passed away at her home on February 17, 2024, surrounded by her beloved family. Donna was born on September 8, 1933, in Cody, Wyoming, the only child born to William Gerald and Alma Mary (Campbell) Bruce. They later adopted Michael James, giving Donna her only brother. The family moved to Greybull, Wyoming, where she attended school, graduating from Greybull High School in 1951. She married Harry Richard Moberly on September 23, 1950, in Red Lodge, Montana. The... Full story
Tracy Joe Kern, 51, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by his family on February 16, 2024 after a battle with pancreatic cancer. He was born on April 26, 1972 to Harvey Duane and Helen (Pantoja) Kern in Hardin, Montana. He moved to Worland when he was 15 years old. Tracy finished the school of hard knocks and earned his GED in 1990. Tracy's career in the oil field began just after getting his GED, where he displayed dedication and expertise. After a night on the town, Tracy met Doris at... Full story
Charles (Chuck) Arthur Hooper passed away peacefully on Jan. 26, 2024, in Billings, Montana. Chuck was born on Nov. 18, 1951 in Worland, Wyoming. His ashes will be spread at Ten Sleep Creek in Wyoming, per Chuck’s wishes.... Full story
Garret Immesoete passed away on February 6, 2024 from pulmonary amyloidosis at St Vincent Hospital in Billings, Montana, surrounded by his family. Garret was thrust upon the world on November 16, 1945 in Lusk Wyoming. He was born to William and Hellen (Renz) Immesoete of Van Tassel Wyoming. He was the middle child of three kids, an older sister Janet and a younger sister Cheryl. Garret grew up on the family ranch raising chickens, cattle, sheep, and growing potatoes and grass hay. He attended... Full story
Lyn Douglas Steichen, 56, passed away on February 6, 2024 after a courageous battle with adenoid carcinoma. Lyn was diagnosed in December 2023 and given only 2 weeks to live. His story wasn't finished though, he fought for two months, and was able to enjoy the holiday season and New Year with his loving wife. Born on October 18, 1967, in Wessington Springs, South Dakota, Lyn was the beloved son of Edward Joseph and Delores Jane (Murphy) Steichen. Growing up as the youngest of eight siblings on... Full story
Claudia Ann Sorenson Nielson, 78, passed away at her home in Worland, Wyoming on February 3, 2024 after a long battle with lymphoma. Claudia was born on December 4, 1945 to Peter Jay Sorenson and Jeanette (Hanks) Sorenson in Salt Lake City, Utah. She graduated from West High School in Salt Lake City and then attended Brigham Young University. There she met her husband, Bruce Nielson. They were married in August 1967 and became parents to two perfect and two decent children. Claudia was her... Full story
With deep sorrow and love, the family of Max Edward Locke announces his passing. Max ended a courageous battle with kidney failure on January 16th, 2024, at the age of 76. He was surrounded by his loved ones in the comfort of their home. Max was born on November 19, 1947, in Beaver, Oklahoma to Donald L. and Phyllis (Atrim) Locke. Max was the oldest of three children, later welcoming two sisters. He was raised in the small town of Dalhart, TX. As a child he could be found playing outside,... Full story
Diane Barbara Ochs Martinson went home on November 17, 2023. She was born December 4, 1940, to Mary and Anton Ochs in Aberdeen, South Dakota. She grew up in Aberdeen, living in the two-bedroom home she shared with her parents and 3 sisters and brother. She graduated from Central High School in 1958 and from Presentation College in Aberdeen in 1961 with a degree in nursing. She loved being a nurse and her giving, helping spirit made her great at her job. She met her husband, Gordon in 1965, and... Full story
Devin Michael Blythe, 36, passed away unexpectedly at his home in Worland, Wyoming on January 23, 2024. He was born in Rangely, Colorado to Michael Shaun and Brenda Marie (Ruppert) Blythe on September 12, 1987. Devin moved to Nevada at the tender age of 2. His life took a turn when tragedy struck, and his father passed away during his first-grade year. In the face of adversity, his family relocated to Belgrade, Montana, where his mother Brenda Ruppert remarried Matt Kashur. Matt lovingly raised Devin as his own, shaping the remarkable man he... Full story
Adanna Jo (Harvard) Lien, 85, of Casper, Wyoming passed away on Friday, January 26, 2024. She will be interred in Riverview Memorial Gardens at a later date.... Full story
James L. Burris, 82, fulfilled his life at Worland Healthcare and Rehab, January 17, 2024. "Grandpa" Jim was born in Worland March 25, 1941, and was the only child born to Roy and Eunice (Chappell) Burris. Jim was raised on Orchard Bench Road near Manderson, Wyoming, where he and his father also tended a farm. He attended Manderson School District from youth to high-school graduation, in 1960. He became an avid member of the Big Horn County Fair and FFA programs. Jim attributed his growth in... Full story
Don A. Schlaf, 85, of Cody, passed away on January 19, 2024 at the Spirit Mountain Hospice House. Graveside services will be held on April 3, 2024 at 2pm at the Burlington Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made to Downrange Warriors, PO Box 2251, Cody, WY 82414. A full obituary will be published. Memories and condolences can be shared on Don's memorial page at www.BallardFH.com... Full story
Alice Lisetta (Schweighart) Beckley, 90, passed away January 14, 2024, at the Worland Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center. Alice was born moments after her twin brother, Allen "Butch" on May 18, 1933, in Gebo, Wyoming, the youngest of eleven children born to Charles Bernard and Wilhemina Lisetta (Tigress) Schweighart. She attended the Schweighart country one-room school with Butch through the 8th grade. Her parents then purchased a house in Worland so they could attend high school. She... Full story
Sawyer Elizabeth Lyman, a resident of Ten Sleep, passed away on Sunday, January 21, 2024, at the Washakie Medical Center after a prolonged illness. She was surrounded by her loving family. Sawyer was born on October 22, 1995, to Mark and Neysha (Decker) Beckley. Her father, Mark, passed away in 1997. Her mother remarried in 2002, and Sawyer gained her "Daddy," Tyler Lyman. Sawyer graduated from Ten Sleep Schools in 2014. During high school, she was a member of the Ten Sleep Volunteer Ambulance... Full story
Carla Mae Macartney, 91, (born Carla Mae Hampton) passed away on January 10, 2024, in Denver, her life taken by cancer. She died peacefully, surrounded by family. She would like to be remembered for how much she loved her family, her Native American heritage, her roots in Worland and Ten Sleep, and horses. Carla Mae led a remarkable life and was a remarkable woman. She was independent, curious, outspoken, and very loyal to her family and friends. Carla Mae was born in 1932 in Worland, the...