Serving the Big Horn Basin for over 100 years
Serving the Big Horn Basin for over 100 years
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Lenora Marie Walker, 94, passed away peacefully at her home in Worland on November 15, 2021. Lenora was born on August 15, 1927 in Maysville, Oklahoma. She was the second child and oldest daughter born to Lee Roy and Johnnie Belle (Caton) Smith. She joined big brother, Eugene at this time; Naomi, John, Shirley, Bill, and Franklin would come along later. Lenora grew up and received her education in Maysville. She married Perry Gregory Walker on August 6, 1947. The coupled moved to Wyoming where P... Full story
William (Bill) Bolt, 73, went to be with his Savior on November 9, 2021 in Ten Sleep, Wyoming. Bill was born October 3, 1948 to George and Johanna Bolt in Grand Rapids, Michigan. Known for his booming voice, demanding presence, and "work is life" ethic. He collected all kinds of friends, family, and connections throughout his life, giving nicknames out along the way. Bill's life took him many places; from Southwest Michigan to Ten Sleep, Wyoming then onto Ennis, Montana and most recently... Full story
Jerilyn Rae Leithead Wickard (Gigi) passed away on November 8, 2021, in Cheyenne, Wyoming. She was the first born to Jed and Mary Margaret (Brubaker) Leithead on September 15, 1962, in Worland, Wyoming. She was raised on the family ranch on the Lower Nowood in Ten Sleep. Jerilyn's work ethic started young. She did every job on the ranch possible and loved them all. Her kindness and patience shined through as she excelled in 4-H and athletics. Jerilyn was a successful athlete for Ten Sleep,... Full story
Thomas M. McDonald passed away on November 13, 2021, at Washakie Medical Center after a lengthy illness with his family at his side. Tom was born July 28, 1945, in Denver Colorado to James A. and Sally (Glanz) McDonald. He lived with his family in Wheatland until relocating to Worland in 1954. He attended school in Worland through the ninth grade before moving to Riverton with his family. After graduation from Riverton High School in 1963, he moved back to Worland with his family. After... Full story
Beloved husband, father, grandfather, friend and Wyoming native John W. "Jack" Donnell passed away on Friday, November 5, 2021 at Cheyenne Regional Medical Center in Cheyenne with family by his side. He was 92 years old. As a member of Worland, Wyo.'s business community, Jack owned and operated two businesses there, taking over his father's civil engineering and land surveying firm, George M. Donnell, Civil Engineer, in the 1950s, later to become Donnell & Associates, Inc. Later he and Bonnie... Full story
Billy Ray Dyer, 75-year-old Worland resident, passed away in Ogden, Utah, on Nov. 6, 2021. Billy was born in Denver, Colorado, on Sept. 16, 1946. Military services will be at 1 p.m., Wednesday, Dec. 1, 2021 at Riverview Memorial Gardens Cemetery with a funeral service following at the American Legion Post #44.... Full story
Funeral services for Dr. Hilliard Edmond “Ches” Chesteen, 93, were held Monday, November 8, 2021, at Mortimore Funeral Home in Thermopolis. Dr. Chesteen died Tuesday, Nov. 2, 2021, at Thermopolis Rehabilitation and Wellness.... Full story
Jerilyn Rae Wickard, 59, passed away at the Cheyenne Regional Medical Center in Cheyenne on Nov. 8, 2021. Jerilyn was born in Worland on Sept. 15, 1962. Funeral services will be at 11 a.m., Saturday, November 20, 2021 at the Ten Sleep Methodist Church.... Full story
, 72, passed away in Tampa, Florida on October 24, 2021. Wally was born in Casper to Mildred and Wallace Trembath, Sr. on December 26, 1948. Wally was preceded in death by his parents and brother Bruce (Mary) Trembath. He is survived by his wife, Rebecca; son, Wallace (Wendy) Trembath III of Casper; brother Michael (Terry) Trembath of Sandy, Utah; and numerous nieces and nephews. Celebration of Life will be held on Saturday, January 15, 2021 at the Silver Dollar Gun Club in Odessa,... Full story
Charles Powell, long time educator and coach at Hot Springs County High School, passed away peacefully in Longmont Colorado on October 28, 2021, at the age of 79. Chuck, a graduate of Black Hills State Teachers college, well known and loved as an English teacher, began his career in Ten Sleep and then taught in Thermopolis for over 30 years. He was deeply proud of his students, never more than hearing from them years later about how well his classes prepared them for college, taught them skills... Full story
Carolyn Lu Robbins, 72-year-old Worland resident, passed away peacefully on November 3, 2021, at home surrounded by her loved ones. Carolyn was born on September 15, 1949 in Omaha, Nebraska, to Hubert Eugene "Slim" and Vivian (Hubenka) Garrett. While attending high school, Carolyn met Larry Pulver, they dated throughout high school. After graduating from Riverton High School, they were married in Elko, Nevada on April 20, 1968. A baby girl was born to this union. Colette was born April 12,... Full story
Douglas Lee Forsythe, 61, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by his family on November 6, 2021. He was born to LeRoy Eugene and Margaret Louise (Bolton) Forsythe on February 2, 1960 in his family home near Geneva, Wisconsin. Doug grew up on a dairy farm where he enjoyed driving tractors and helping wherever he was needed. He went to school at Madison High in Wisconsin. After high school, Doug pursued a career in auto body painting until he found his true passion in the trucking industry.... Full story
David L. Newton, 78, passed away at his home in Worland, Wyoming on October 26, 2021. David was born in Worland to Woodrow Robert and Bertha (Elliott) Newton on October 29, 1942. David was preceded in death by his parents, and son, Timothy Newton. He is survived by his wife, Patricia; son, David "Brent" (Henny) Newton of Stanley, North Dakota; daughters, Karen (Philip) Jarrett of La Pine, Oregon and Nancy (Kris) Radell of Worland; brothers, Charles (Shari) Newton and Albert (Jo) Newton both of... Full story
Ardis P. "Bunny" Mizner passed away on August 26, 2021 in Rancho Cordova surrounded by her children. Ardis was born July 5, 1940 to Armand LeDuc Picard and Esther Ann (Wilmovsky) Picard in Worland, Wyoming. She enjoyed her formative years running around with her friends, affectionately known as the "Robertson Gang". She excelled in school, graduating as her high school class Valedictorian, and played the clarinet in the school band. Her educational achievements earned Ardis an academic... Full story
Michael Judson Gentzler, passed away Saturday, October 23, 2021 at Washakie Medical Center in Worland, Wyoming. Mick grew up in Hyattville and lived there most of his life. He spent two years in the United States Army, where he served in Vietnam. He was awarded an Honorable Discharge in May of 1968. While in the Army, he was awarded five medals: #1. Army Good Conduct Medal, #2. National Defense Service Medal, #3. Vietnam Service Medal, #4. Vietnam Campaign Medal and #5. Marksman. Upon release fr... Full story
Barbara Melin, born Barbara Lee Parris died on Friday, October 22, 2021 at rest, in her home in Worland, Wyoming. She was 78 years old. She was born May 5, 1943 in Champaign, Illinois to Leota Myrtle Hayden Parris and Duane Cecil Parris Jr. When Barbara was 3 years old, the family moved to Tolleson, Arizona near Phoenix. Her father worked as a photo engraver in Champaign and moved to Arizona to seek some comfort because he suffered from asthma. A veteran of World War II, he received some... Full story
Karen Sue Ernest, age 60, passed away October 11, 2021 in Phoenix, Arizona, due to a short and intense battle with cancer. She was born April 12, 1961 in Worland, Wyoming to Carolyn (Billie) Johnson. She married her husband of 43 years, Danny Lee Ernest June 16, 1978. Karen lived outside of Worland for only a short time before returning and raising her own children in the familiarity and comfort of her childhood home. Karen treasured being a wife, mother and grandmother. She is survived by her... Full story
Judith "Judy" Ann (Hoagland) Plum was born on February 9, 1945 to Robert and Jean (Briggs) Hoagland, a farming family working north of Hastings, Nebraska. Judy was later joined by her younger sisters, Mary "Jan" Hoagland Cross and Nancy Hoagland. Judy went to a one-room school where she was the only student in her class until attending Hastings High School in town as a freshman. Her early educational experiences helped forge a strong and adventurous young lady. Her involvement with 4-H inspired... Full story
Ralph Edward Cline, 73, passed away on October 11, 2021 shortly after being life-flighted from Worland to Greeley, Colorado. Ralph was born on March 8, 1948, to Mary Alice (Pauley) Boben and Ralph Edward Cline, Sr. in La Junta, Colorado. He graduated from Canon City High School in 1966. Following high school, he worked for the US Forestry Service on a trail crew, a job he loved, clearing the trees and building trails. He enlisted in the US Navy in May 1969 and was honorably discharged in... Full story
Eliud "Lute" Leyva of Buckeye, AZ passed away on Thursday October 7, 2021. Lute was born on December 26, 1937 to Andrew and Julia Leyva in Worland, WY. He resided in Worland for 81 years before moving to Buckeye, AZ. Lute married Cida Munoz in 1960, going on to have five children, Andy, Jerry, Robert, Tom and Aleisha. They later divorced. Lute married Olga Leyva and they celebrated 43 years of marriage. Lute worked at Holly Sugar, from there he went on to work at Washakie Block & Redi Mix and th... Full story
Mike Montoya Jr, 78, passed away Wednesday, October 13, 2021 at Wyoming Medical Center in Casper, WY with his wife and son by his side. He attended Worland High School before serving his country in the United States Navy. He was stationed in Okinawa, Japan on the USS Princeton carrier and served as a navigator during the Vietnam War. After being honorably discharged he returned home and met Marilyn June Pederson and they were later married on April 30, 1966 in Rigby, ID. They settled in... Full story
Born on one of the most romantic days of the year February 14, 1953, Jesus Charles was born to Antonio and Margarita Charles in Texas. His family started their journey from Texas to Worland where Jesse attended school with his many siblings. Jesse's family worked the surround fields as migrant workers teaching their children the meaning of hard work. Around the age of 16, Jesse's family moved to Billings, Montana where Jesse completed his teenage years. In 1970, Jesse enlisted in the United... Full story
Ronald Alvin Friest, 85-year-old Basin resident, passed away peacefully at his home on October 20, 2021. Ron was born in Minneapolis, Minnesota on August 23, 1936. Cremation has taken place and no formal services are planned at this time.... Full story
Ralph Leonard Appelt, 84, passed away at home on October 3, 2021, in Tucson, AZ. Ralph was born to Pearl and Emanuel Appelt in Martin, ND in Sheridan County on July 27, 1937. Raised on the family farm until graduation from Harvey High School in 1956, he attended college in Bismarck, ND, earning a teaching degree. He taught a short time before moving to Billings, MT where he began a successful career in traveling sales of heavy industrial equipment, working and living also in Great Falls, MT.... Full story
Linda Kay Spiva Bessler, of Worland, formerly of Powell, passed away September, 30 at St. Vincent Health Care in Billings. Linda, the daughter of George and Bea Shanley Spiva was born on July 21, 1949 in Riverton, Wyoming. She was raised in Shoshoni and in 1956 moved with her family to Casper. She graduated from Natrona County High School in 1967 and attended Casper College. She married Alan “Bud” Bessler on November 12, 1971 in Casper. Throughout their married life, they lived in Germany, whe... Full story