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James "Jim" Kalkowski

James "Jim" Kalkowski

Sep 6, 2023

James “Jim” Anthony Kalkowski, 81, of Casper, WY entered into Eternal Rest on September 6, 2023 in Casper, WY.

Jim was born on December 31, 1941 in Loup City, NE to Herbert and Arlene Kalkowski.  He grew up in the sand hills of Nebraska and often shared fond memories of those years.  He attended country schools as a child, helping...

Jon Nicolaysen

Jon Nicolaysen

Sep 5, 2023

Jon Clement Nicolaysen

October 23, 1946 - September 5, 2023

Jon was born in Casper, Wyoming to Mary Hester (Lathrop) and Gerald Gifford (“Gerry”) Nicolaysen. He was the descendant of four pioneer families of Casper: the Nicolaysens, the Evans, the Lathrops and the Governor Bryant Butler Brooks families.

Jon grew up on the family ranch northeast of Casper that was...

Ralph Wayne Cantrell

Ralph Wayne Cantrell

Sep 5, 2023

Ralph W. Cantrell was born February 15, 1948, in Smithville, TN, to Herbert Cantrell and Lillie (Farless) Cantrell. He passed peacefully surrounded by his family on September 5, 2023. He loved the outdoors from an early age. He spent many years hunting, fishing, and causing nonsense with his brothers and enjoyed playing football during his high school years. He got...

Mackenzi Jaede Rickman

Mackenzi Jaede Rickman

Sep 4, 2023

Mackenzi Jaede Rickman, “Kenzi”, a vibrant spirited young soul, left us September 4, 2023, at the tender age of 16. She was born January 14, 2007, in Casper, Wyoming. She brought joy and laughter to the lives of all those who had the privilege of knowing her. Kenzie’s unexpected departure has left her family and friends devastated, yet their hearts...

Linda Louise Bays

Linda Louise Bays

Sep 4, 2023

 

Linda Louise Lookingbill Bays of Casper, Wyoming, passed away surrounded by her family on September 4, 2023 at the age of 82. Linda was born on November 30, 1940 in Douglas, Wyoming to Daniel Arthur Lookingbill, Jr. and Edna Helen Hisaw.

Linda lived her life in various towns of Wyoming, including Torrington, Lysite, Lost Cabin, Morton, and Midwest, where...

Beth Hocker

Beth Hocker

Sep 3, 2023

Nora Beth Hocker

March 9, 1972 -September 3, 2023

Beth passed away at the Hospice of Laramie with her family by her side.

She is survived by her father John Scott Hocker of Casper, sister Shannan(Mark) Hayman of Littleton, CO, nephews Jason(Emily) Hawes of Denver, CO, Hayden Hocker of Wheatland WY, niece Hannah(Ryder) Seely of Wheatland WY, and her wonderful...

Bonnie Jean Lara

Bonnie Jean Lara

Sep 2, 2023

Bonnie Jean Lara of Casper, WY passed away on September 2, 2023.   Bonnie was born in Casper, WY to Mark and Rosanne Lara on October 29th, 1969. She attended high school at Natrona County High School and graduated in 1988.  Bonnie went on to earn an Associate of Science degree in pharmacy technology from Casper College. For the past few...

Sally Anne Whetham

Sally Anne Whetham

Sep 1, 2023

Sally Anne (Lloyd) Whetham was born March 18, 1951 to J.R. (Bob) and Wilma (Willie) Lloyd in Casper Wyoming, the fourth of five children.

Sally grew up on the family’s ranches near Bill (Antelope Creek Ranch) and Dubois (Triangle C Ranch).  She attended the Coal Mine School on the Haefele Ranch near Bill, Dubois schools, and graduated with the class...

Louis Joseph LaBounta, Jr.

Louis Joseph LaBounta, Jr.

Aug 31, 2023

Louis J. LaBounta, Jr. passed away on August 31, 2023 in Casper, WY.

No services are scheduled at this time.

John Jesse Knox

John Jesse Knox

Aug 29, 2023

John Jesse Knox, 67, of Casper, WY, passed away peacefully at his home in Casper, on August 29th, 2023. John was born July 5th, 1956, to Robert B. and Polly L. Knox.

He lived and attended schools in Casper where he graduated from Natrona County high school in 1974. He attended college in Laramie at The University of Wyoming.

John...

Roxanne Sadie Bartosh

Roxanne Sadie Bartosh

Aug 28, 2023

 

  Roxanne Sadie Bartosh, 33, went to her heavenly home on Monday, August 28, 2023. She was a cherished wife and mother of four beautiful daughters.

  Roxanne was born on February 9,1990, to Dave Bullock and Angela Simmons (Bullock) in Casper, Wyoming.

  Roxanne and the love of her life, Flint, were married on September 18, 2010. They...

Danny Raith

Danny Raith

Aug 27, 2023

Dan Raith

April 4, 1945 to August 27, 2023

Lander, Wyoming

 

Dan Raith, 78, passed away on August 27, 2023. He was preceded in death by his parents, Louis and Iris Raith and siblings Sandy Raith Huntsman and Dale Raith. He is survived by his children, Robert Raith, Cindy Raith Schabatka and Steven Raith and sister Patricia Raith Attoe.

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Cecil "Dick Bison" Richard Gilbert

Cecil "Dick Bison" Richard Gilbert

Aug 25, 2023

Cecil Richard (Dick Bison) Gilbert, 94, of Casper, passed away on August 25, 2023, at his home in Casper.

Cecil was born in Grinnell, IA to Raymond H. and Rosale W. Gilbert on March 24, 1929. Cecil (Red) joined the Navy in 1945 and was transferred to Casper as a recruiter in January 1950.

Dick got part-time work with Bison...

Jenalee M. Bullock

Jenalee M. Bullock

Aug 22, 2023

 

With heavy hearts and profound sadness, we mourn the passing of Jenalee Marie Bullock, a cherished daughter, sister, aunt, niece and friend. She graced this world with her presence on March 23, 1983, in Casper, Wyoming, and peacefully left us on August 22, 2023, in Madisonville, Texas. Jenalee was a beacon of light in our lives and her memory...

Orville Holder

Orville Holder

Aug 22, 2023

Orville Holder, age 61 of Casper passed away on Tuesday, August 22, 2023.

Orville was born in 1961 to Margaret and Jay, but also knew Denni, Jay’s wife of 32 years, as mom. Hewent to Natrona County High School and received his GED in 1995. After he left school, he joined theArmy National Guard in 1979 and received the qualification...

Joseph James Platt

Joseph James Platt

Aug 21, 2023

Joseph Platt, 90, of Casper, passed on Monday, August 21, 2023.

As per Joseph's wishes there will be no services.

Marla Irene Getzfreid

Marla Irene Getzfreid

Aug 21, 2023

Marla Irene Getzfeid was born in Valentine, Nebraska on October 5, 1949- passed away on August 21, 2023 in Casper Wyoming. She was a daughter of Charles M. Estes and Ivagene I. Kash-Estes.

She is survived by: sister Sharon L. Estes-Orndorf of Middletown, Delaware; daughters Tammy Gantt-Escarsega (Jerry) and Sandra Kay Wolstenholm-Cooper; son Danny Canchola ( Aimee Viricheck) and grandchildren...

Elizabeth Ruth Adams

Elizabeth Ruth Adams

Aug 20, 2023

  Elizabeth Ruth Adams, 41, was born to Ted Adams and Judith Adams in Casper, WY. on August 18, 1982, and passed away August 20, 2023.   She ran a marathon to donate to Climb Wyoming and she loved helping people. In fact, it was a goal.   She finished school and college to become a personal trainer. Her dream was to...

Eric W. Kirby

Eric W. Kirby

Aug 20, 2023

Eric Warren Kirby, age 61, passed away at his home in Mills, WY on Aug. 20, 2023. He was born in Casper, WY to Dick and Helen Kirby on June 29, 1962.

During his school years, he attended Westwood Elementary, CY Junior High and graduated from NCHS in 1980. He worked for a number of companies in the area including...

Roberta J. "Bobbie" Harrington

Roberta J. "Bobbie" Harrington

Aug 20, 2023

  Roberta J. “Bobbie” Harrington, 83, of Casper, WY passed away on August 20th, 2023.

   Bobbie was born in Riverton, WY on December 13th, 1939. She graduated from Riverton High School and attended some college courses. She received certificates in Floral Design and Horticulture.

  Bobbie worked as a Florist Designer at Johnny Appleseed for over 20 years and...

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