Carol Sue Salisbury

Carol Salisbury passed away on December 19, 2024, surrounded by her family at Central Wyoming Hospice. Carol was born on June 7, 1949, in Rock Springs to Dr. James and Mary Jo Johnson. Growing up, she lived in Greybull where her father had his practice. The family later moved to Rawlins where Carol graduated, after spending her senior year in Sweden as a Rotary exchange student. When she returned, Carol enrolled at Western Wyoming College and began studying secondary education, with an emphasis in social studies.

It was in Rock Springs that she met the love of her life, Bill Salisbury. She had gone to a party with friends, and he was there celebrating his 20th birthday. He was drawn to her Swedish accent and beautiful smile. They were true soul mates and were married less than a year later on August 9, 1968. They loved playing cards and would use their “winnings” to go to the local A & W for a snack and a root beer float. They cruised main street, went to the movies, and spent time at her grandmother’s home. Carol’s life was the definition of love and caring. Bill’s employment took them to Denver and then to Laramie, where Carol completed her education degree at the University of Wyoming in 1973. In 1974, Bill was transferred to Casper with the uranium industry, and Carol set up their home. She worked for the Wyoming Rural Electric Association and then for Worthington, Lenhart & Carpenter Engineering for several years. Their son, Matthew, was born in 1980 and Carol retired to be a full-time mother and helped Bill with the bookkeeping for his business.

Carol and Bill became active with Shepherd of the Hills Presbyterian Church and Carol served as Clerk of Session for many years and helped start the LOGOS youth program at the church. Carol was also active in P.E.O. – Chapter O and served in various chapter offices. She enjoyed “cruising” with Bill to support his love of 1960s GM classic cars, and her favorite was her 1964 Impala Super Sport. Carol enjoyed quilting and going to quilting conferences, collecting necklaces, and fun pottery pieces- specifically cookie jars. She loved Christmas and was able to adorn their tree with her beautiful collection of Joan Rivers ornaments this year. Above all, Carol loved the fellowship created with the sharing of meals. She taught Bill and Matthew to cook, where they shared love and fellowship together at the dining room table. Carol and Bill enjoyed meeting friends for dinner at Glenrock’s Fort Diablo, one of her favorite restaurants for dinner. Each outing allowed her to connect with current friends, but also meet new friends. She treasured those times together and her beautiful smile shone brightly, just like the bright colors of the fashionable glasses she liked to wear. Carol and Bill enjoyed making the trek to the Hot August Nights car Show in Reno, NV. And just like a Hallmark movie, they would stop in Lovelock, NV at the Lover’s Lock Plaza and attach a decorative padlock to lock their love forever. It was a true testament to eternal love and they made the trek 10 times together.

Carol is survived by her husband of 56 years, Bill (Casper); son Matthew (Grand rapids, MI); and sister (Salt Lake City, UT). She was preceded in death by her parents and two brothers.

A private internment is planned by the family at a future date at the Shepherd of the Hills Presbyterian Columbarium. The family wishes to thank the caregivers at Central Wyoming Hospice for their loving care. Donations in memory of Carol may be made to Central Wyoming Hospice (319 S. Wilson; Casper, WY 82601) or Shepherd of the Hills Presbyterian Church (4600 S. Poplar; Casper, WY 82604).