Freeport Journal Standard, Jan 2, 2009 Harold E. Huesing Harold E. Huesing, 87, of Rock Springs, Wyo., Freeport native, died Tuesday, Dec. 30, 2008, at Sage View Convalescent Center in Rock Springs. He died after a short illness. He was born July 25, 1921, in Freeport, the son of Otto Louis and Charlotte (Lula) Louise Ottenhausen Huesing. Harold married Ruby Martin on April 7, 1946, in Fort Worth, Texas. They settled in Irving, Texas. Survivors include his wife, Ruby of Rock Springs; two sons and one daughter; and sister, Helen Schleich of Freeport. Interment with Military honors was held at Rock Springs Municipal Cemetery on Friday, Jan. 2. --- Green River Star, Jan 7, 2009 Florence June Crofts Florence June Crofts, 93, of Rock Springs, passed away Jan. 3, 2008, at the Sage View Care Center following a lengthy illness. She was born June 30, 1915, in Rock Springs, the daughter of the late William Moon and Clara E. Hayes. She attended schools in Rock Springs, Winton and Reliance. She married Harry F. Crofts in Rock Springs in 1932 and he preceded her in death on April 8, 1968. She worked as a clerk at Newberry’s and at the Play Mor Bowling Alley Snack Bar. She was a member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints and American Fraternal Lodge Number 202. Her interests included cooking, baking, crocheting, camping and fishing. She is survived by two sons Charles W. Crofts and wife Ellen of Greer, S.C., and Dennis Crofts and wife Deatra of Rock Springs; one daughter Wilma Jean Mackintosh and husband Ian of Serenity, Ore.; two sisters, Erma Coke and husband Ken of North Bend, Ore. and Bernice Kovach and husband Henry of Rock Springs; 13 grandchildren; 24 great-grandchildren; 22 great-great-grandchildren; several cousins, nieces and nephews including Marlene Cummings and husband Bill of Rock Springs. In addition to her parents and husband, she was preceded in death by one daughter, Lana Allen; two brothers, William Moon and James Moon; four sisters, Racheal, Zelpha, Amy and Marjorie. Funeral services will be conducted at 11 a.m. on Friday at the Vase Funeral Chapel. Bishop Rob Young will conduct the services. Interment will be in the Mountain View Section of the Rock Springs Municipal Cemetery. Friends may call at the Vase Chapel Thursday from 4 until 8 p.m. and on Friday at the chapel one hour prior to services. --- Rock Springs Daily Rocket-Miner, Jan 10, 2009 HAROLD E. HUESING Funeral services for Harold E. Huesing were conducted Friday, Jan. 2, 2009, at the Rock Springs Evangelical Free Church, Rock Springs. Pastor Richard Carlson officiated. Interment with military honors followed in the Rock Springs Municipal Cemetery. Mr. Huesing, 87, of Rock Springs, died Tuesday, Dec. 30, 2008, at the Sage View Convalescent Center in Rock Springs. He died after a short illness. He was born July 25, 1921, in Freeport, Ill., the son of Otto Louis and Charlotte (Lula) Louise Ottenhausen Huesing. He grew up and attended schools in Freeport with a large extended family. He graduated from Freeport High School. He also attended Brown's College in Freeport. At the age of 21, he moved to Dallas, where he began a lifelong career with Procter & Gamble Manufacturing Co. He served in the U.S. Navy in the Pacific arena during World War II. He married Ruby Ruth Martin on April 7, 1946, in Fort Worth, Texas. They settled in Irving, Texas. Mr. Huesing was a member of the Rock Springs Evangelical Free Church. His interests included bowling, gardening and carpentry. Survivors include his wife, Ruby of Rock Springs, sons, Alan Martin Huesing and wife Sheryl of Longview, Texas, and Stanley Hunter Huesing and wife Enya of Kaohsiung, Taiwan, ROC; daughters, Gretchen Anita Brasington and husband Kim of Rock Springs and Tracey Lynn Schurr of Lockport, N.Y.; sister, Helen Schleich of Freeport; 11 grandchildren, Gwen Flake of Tyler, Texas, Merewyn Archer of West Virginia, Nathan, Owen, Ellen and Nolan Brasington of Rock Springs, Andrew, Jenna and Kyle Huesing of Longview, Jessica Huesing of Taiwan and Michael Gaught of New York; one great-grandson, Michael Gaught of New York; four nieces; and one nephew. He was preceded in death by his parents, Otto and Lula Huesing; brother, Karl Huesing; brother-in-law, Jerry Schleich; and one nephew, Jerry Schleich. --- Rock Springs Daily Rocket-Miner, Jan 10, 2009 DAVID ALFRED MARTINEZ A celebration of David Alfred Martinez's life was conducted Saturday, Jan. 3, 2009, at the Sweetwater Events Complex in Rock Springs. Martinez, 60, of 499 Fairview Lane, Rock Springs, died Saturday, Dec, 27, 2008, at the University of Utah Medical Center in Salt Lake City. A longtime resident of Rock Springs and former longtime resident of Kemmerer, he died following a heart attack. He was born April 30, 1948, in Kemmerer, the son of Melaquis Martinez and Mary Duran Martinez. He attended high school in Worland and was a 1964 graduate. He also attended schools in Houston. He married the former Angie Martinez on Dec. 26, 1964, in Green River. Mr. Martinez was employed at Memorial Hospital of Sweetwater County in maintenance for the past six years. He was a member of Fraternal Order of Eagles. His interests included being an avid pool player and playing on pool leagues, hunting, camping and spending time with his family. Survivors include his wife, Angie Martinez of Rock Springs; two sons, Keith Martinez and David Martinez Jr. and wife Tammie, all of Rock Springs, Wyoming; one daughter, Anna Ackerman of Rock Springs; three sisters, Jamie Iverson of Springfield, Ore., Marie Weyer of Seattle and Edna Hutchinson of Riverton; nine grandchildren; five great-grandchildren; and several cousins, nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents; two daughters; five brothers; and one sister. --- Rock Springs Daily Rocket-Miner, Jan 10, 2009 HEBER JEX TERRY VERNAL, Utah -- Services for Heber Jex Terry were conducted on Monday, Dec. 29, 2008, at the LDS Glines Seventh Ward Chapel. Internment followed at the McKinnon Cemetery. Mr. Terry, 67, died Friday, Dec. 26, 2008, at his home in Vernal, Utah. He was born Sept. 23, 1916, in a tent between two trees in McKinnon to Charles and Chasta Terry, the seventh of nine children. He was raised on a ranch in McKinnon and graduated from high school in Green River in 1935. He married Dolores Ylincheta on Dec. 19, 1941 in McKinnon. Their marriage was later sealed in the Salt Lake City Temple in 1959. They raised three sons, John Charles "Jack," Randall James "Randy" and Dennis Jex "DJ." Mr. Terry remained on the family ranch at McKinnon for many years. During that time, he ran a thrashing crew and timbered for his brother, Cleo. He worked on a ranch in Montana for a short time before returning to Wyoming in 1956 to go to work for Mountain Fuel. Under the advice of his doctor, Mr. Terry retired as a meter repairman in 1981. He then started full-time duty building a mountain cabin at Greendale and home in Vernal. His interests included spending time with his family, water skiing, fishing, snowmobiling, camping, hunting, story telling, performing for dances and playing the saxophone in the family band, the Terry Tunes. He is survived by two sons, Jack and wife Shirley and DJ; 11 grandchildren; 19 great-grandchildren; one brother, Clair and wife Beverly Terry; one sister, Beth and husband Bill Cox; one brother-in-law, Art and wife Jill Ylincheta; and numerous nephews and nieces. He was preceded in death by his wife, Dolores; parents, Charles and Chasta Terry; one son, Randy Terry; three brothers, Cleo, Dean and Merrill; three sisters, Veloy Gregory, Lela Anderson and Mae Miner; one great granddaughter, KayCee Herbert; and one great-grandson, Lane Ward. --- Fox Funeral Home, Jan 10, 2009 Vincent Martinez Vincent Martinez, 78, of Rock Springs died Thursday, January 8, 2009 at Sage View Care Center after a short illness. He was born November 13, 1930 in Rock Springs, the son of Frank and Beatrice Hernandez Martinez. He attended school in Superior and graduated from Superior High School with the class of 1950. Vincent was employed by the UP Railroad for many years until his retirement. He also had worked for Broadway Liquor in Rock Springs. His interests were art and playing the accordion. Survivors include a daughter, Norma Hargrove and husband Randy of Green River; sister-in-law Fortinata Martinez of California; 2 granddaughters, 1 grandson, and 1 great-granddaughter; several cousins, nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents and one brother Robert Martinez. Cremation has taken place a Fox Crematory. At his request, no funeral services will be held. --- Fox Funeral Home, Jan 13, 2009 Rose M. Doak Rose M. Doak, 96, of Rock Springs, died Monday, January 12, 2009 at Sage View Care Center in Rock Springs. She was born November 8, 1912 in Winton, Wyoming, daughter of John and Mary Tomich. She married Jim Doak on July 28, 1930. She was a lifetime resident of Sweetwater County. She worked for Broadway Cleaners and the Outlaw Inn as a cook. In her 50's she chose to earn her GED as she did not have the opportunity to finish High School. She was a lifetime member of Our Lady of Sorrows Catholic Church. She was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother and great-grandmother. Her hobbies included knitting, crocheting, cross-stitch, camping, cooking, baking, and bingo. She is survived by her daughter-in-law, Lucille Doak of Rock Springs; four grandsons, Jim Doak and wife Christina of Sandy, Utah; Mike Doak and wife Charlotte of Rock Springs; Jon “Casey” Doak and wife Trudy of Green River; and Chris Doak and wife Candi of Rock Springs; two sisters Mary Payne and Anne Tomich, both of Tacoma, Washington; and six great-granddaughters: Jesse, Sammy, Katy, Emily, Julaire and Jamison. She was preceded in death by her husband Jim, sons Jimmy and Jack Doak, grandson Joseph Doak, two brothers and one sister. Cremation has taken place at Fox Crematory, Rock Springs. A Memorial Mass will be held at 10 A.M. Friday, January 16, 2009 at the SS Cyril and Methodius Catholic Church, 633 Bridger Avenue, Rock Springs. Inurnment will take place at the Rock Springs Municipal Cemetary. --- Rock Springs Daily Rocket-Miner, Jan 17, 2009 MICHAEL DWIGHT FISHER Memorial services with military honors for Michael Dwight Fisher were conducted on Friday, Jan. 9, 2009, at the Fox Funeral Home in Rock Springs. Mr. Fisher, 65, of Rock Springs, died Saturday, Jan. 3, 2009, at his home after a sudden illness. He was born Oct. 25, 1943, in Spokane, Wash., the son of Dwight "Bud' Angus Fisher and Jerri Rice Fisher. He attended schools in Rock Springs and graduated from Rock Springs High School with the class of 1962. He also attended Western Wyoming Community College and University of Wyoming, where he received a BS degree. Mr. Fisher served in the U.S. Navy during the Vietnam War. He married Lorely "Lollie" Murla Daniels in June 1967 in Rock Springs. She preceded him in death on Nov. 22, 1982. He married Janet Rae Stroud on May 22, 1999, in Las Vegas. Mr. Fisher was employed by Pacific Power for 22 years until his retirement on Oct. 31, 2002. He was a member of the Catholic Church and Toastmaster Drinking Club. His interests included archeology, studying the civil war, reading books, education and traveling. He traveled to the Yucatan Peninsula, Hong Kong, Japan, Philippines, Chile, Bora Bora, Tahiti, Peru, Vietnam, Taiwan and Europe. Survivors include his wife, Janet Rae Fisher of Rock Springs; one son, Glen Fisher of Gillette; one daughter, Michelle Vogel and husband Frank of Gillette; stepdaughters, Amy Whitman of Casper and Julie Whitman of Powder River; twin brother, Terrance Fisher of Denver; grandchildren, Brady and Quincy Vogel of Gillette; and two nieces. He was preceded in death by his parents, Bud Fisher and Jerri Fisher Miles; first wife, "Lollie" Fisher; and stepfather, Jerry Miles. Cremation has taken place. --- Green River Star, Jan 21, 2009 Arthur V. Taucher Arthur V. Taucher, 92, of Rock Springs, passed away Jan. 19, 2009, at his home. He was born June 22, 1916, in Rock Springs, the son of the late Louis and Mary Cefrin Taucher. He attended schools in Rock Springs and graduated from Rock Springs High School with the class of 1933. He married Elsie Strauss on Nov. 23, 1946. He served in the United States Army during World War II. He worked for Kellogg Lumber for 40 years until his retirement in 1974 and owned and operated Taucher and Taucher Appraisal Inc. for 15 years. He was a member of the Holy Spirit Catholic Community, Knights of Columbus and Young at Heart Senior Center. His interests included golf, reading, traveling, studying languages and spending time with his family. Survivors include his wife Elsie Taucher of Rock Springs; two sons and daughters-in-law, David and Kim Taucher and Jim and Joni Taucher, all of Rock Springs; two daughters and sons-in-law, Jane and Dean Kohrs of Geneseo, Kan., and Marian and Paul Oblock of Rock Springs; 10 grandchildren; one great-grandchild, several cousins, nephews and nieces. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by three brothers, Frank, Louis and Edward; four sisters, Molly Butan, Dorothy Pivik, Mary Gilmartin and Angela McLeod. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 10 a.m. Saturday, at the Saint Cyril and Methodius Catholic Church in Rock Springs. A parish rosary will be recited at 6:30 p.m. Friday at the church. Interment will be in the Saint Joseph Section of the Rock Springs Municipal Cemetery. Friends may call on Friday from 4 to 6:30 p.m. at the church and on Saturday one hour prior to services. The family suggests that donations be made in his memory to Holy Spirit Catholic Community, Hospice of Sweetwater County, Young at Heart Senior Center or the charity of your choice. --- Green River Star, Jan 23, 2009 Trinity Marie Jones Trinity Marie Jones, 26, of Rock Springs, passed away Monday, at the University of Utah Medical Center following a lengthy illness. She was born April 1, 1982, in Rock Springs, the daughter of Rick C. and Linda S. Knezovich Jones. She attended schools in Rock Springs and graduated with the class of 2000. She was a member of the Emmanuel Baptist Church and enjoyed spending time with her family, dancing, music, crafts and playing with her new puppy. She loved to travel, attend church, was politically active and gave her time to others. Survivors include her parents of Rock Springs, one sister Sandy Finn and husband R.J. of Rock Springs, grandparents Olga Knezovich and George Nicksich of Rock Springs, and two nieces, four aunts, four uncles and many cousins. She was preceded in death by Tony Knezovich and Irene Nicksich. Funeral services will be conducted at 1 p.m. Tuesday at the Emmanuel Baptist Church, 3307 Sweetwater Drive in Rock Springs. Interment will be in the Mountain View Section of the Rock Springs Municipal Cemetery. Friends may call at the church from 10 a.m. on Tuesday until service time. The family suggests donations in her memory be made to Trinity Marie Jones Memorial Fund, c/o 1st Bank-North Side Branch, P.O. Box 820, Rock Springs, 82902. --- Fox Funeral Home, Jan 24, 2009 Margaret “Marge” Rolich Margaret "Marge" G. Rolich, 74, of Rock Springs passed away Thursday, January 22, 2009 in Ogden, Utah. She was born June 24, 1934 in North Platte, Nebraska, the daughter of Kenneth and Eva Marie Evans. A resident of Rock Springs since 1954, Marge was a dedicated homemaker to her late husband Frank and three children. She committed her life to providing a safe and nurturing environment for her family to flourish and was most proud of raising her children to be loving, responsible adults. Her achievements weren't limited to motherhood as she was a talented artist as well. Marge's keen eye and steady hands created many beautiful paintings and sculptures. Although her work is unknown to the rest of the world, her family will enjoy her art for years to come. She was also a master game player who reveled in playing games with her family around the kitchen table. Her gentle spirit and sound guidance that shaped her family will be profoundly missed by them and her friends. She is survived by her son Reef Rolich and wife Kelly of Rock Springs; daughter Zanni Van Antwerp and husband Jim of Henderson, Nevada; nine grandchildren, Christopher Van Antwerp, Caitlin Van Antwerp, Mary Van Antwerp, Damon Patchett, Caycia Patchett, Kayla Rolich, Timothy Rolich, Delaney Rolich, and Shane Gutierrez; three sisters and four brothers. She was preceded in death by her parents, Kenneth and Eva Marie Evans, husband Frank, and daughter Zinna Eno. Funeral services will be held at 1:00 p.m. Saturday, February 7, 2009 at Fox Funeral Home, 2800 Commercial Way, Rock Springs. Friends may call 6-8 p.m. Friday February 6, 2009 and Saturday one hour prior to the services at the funeral home. Interment will take place in the Rock Springs Municipal Cemetery, Rock Springs. --- Vernal Express, Jan 29, 2009 Barbara K. Potter Barbara K. Potter, 80, passed away Jan. 25 in Vernal. She was born in Salem, Utah, to Frank and Olive Killian. She married Everett Potter on May 11, 1950, in Rock Springs, Wyo. He passed away May 7, 1977. They worked on various ranches in her early married life. They moved to Salt Lake City and worked for Mountain Fuel, and lived there for 17 years, transferring to Rock Springs Wyo., in 1974. After the death of her husband, she moved to Manila, Utah, in 1977. She was a custodian at the Manila Elementary School for 11 years and retired in 1990. She moved to Vernal in 1977 because of health reasons. Barbara enjoyed camping, fishing, hunting, dancing and being with her family. She was a number-one mom and wonderful grandma. Her family was her number-one priority. She is survived by her son, Lonnie E. (Barbara) Potter of Fort Huachuna City, Ariz.; daughters, Linda (Larry) Klemkosky of Surprise, Ariz.; and Tena P Lazzell of Vernal; sisters, Colleen (Morris) Anderson, of Lapoint; two grandchildren, Eric Potter and Missy Lazzell. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m., Jan. 29, at the Manila LDS Ward Chapel. Friends and family may call from 6-8 p.m., Jan. 28, at the mortuary and one hour prior to the Jan. 29 services. Burial will be in the Manila Cemetery under the direction of Blackburn Vernal Mortuary. --- Green River Star, Feb 4, 2009 Anton Paul Rudolph Anton Paul Rudolph, 98, of Rock Springs passed away Feb. 3, 2009, at his home. A lifelong resident of Rock Springs, Rudolph passed away following a brief illness. He was born Jan. 7, 1911, in Quealy, the son of the late Anton and Mary Mivshek Rudolph. Rudolph attended elementary school in Rock Springs. He married Albina Louise Benedicich in Rock Springs on July 1, 1933. Rudolph starting working in the coal mines at the age of 15 and retired from Stauffer Chemical in 1974. He was a member of the Saints Cyril and Methodius Catholic Church, United Mine Workers, Western Stars Lodge and Young at Heart Senior Center. His interests included fishing, rug making, playing his accordion, dancing the polka, visiting residents at Sage View Care Center, playing cards and lunching at the senior citizens center. Survivors include his wife Albina Louise Rudolph of Rock Springs; one daughter Mary Amizich of Rock Springs; seven grandchildren; nine great grandchildren; eight great-great grandchildren and several cousins. He was preceded in death by his parents; one sister in infancy; one brother Frank Rudolph; one daughter Antoinette Presho; one son Paul Rudolph; one grandson Mark Presho; two sons—in-law Martin Amizich and William Presho. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 10:30 a.m. Thursday at Saints Cyril and Methodius Catholic Church, 633 Bridger Avenue in Rock Springs. Father Carl Beavers will officiate. A parish rosary will be recited at 6:30 p.m. today at the Vase Funeral Chapel, 154 Elk Street in Rock Springs. Interment will be in the St. Joseph’s Section of the Rock Springs Municipal Cemetery in Rock Springs. Friends may call at the Vase Funeral Home this afternoon and evening until 8 and Thursday until time of services. The family of Anton Paul Rudolph respectfully suggest that donations be made in his memory to Young at Heart Senior Center, 538 Pilot Butte Avenue, Rock Springs, WY 82901 or Hospice of Sweetwater County , 809 Thompson Street, Rock Springs, WY 82901. --- Rock Springs Daily Rocket-Miner, Feb 4, 2009 Alice Adeline Clark Alice Adeline Clark, 79, of Rock Springs, died Monday, Feb. 2, 2009, at the Sage View Care Center, where she had been a resident of the past five months. A longtime Rock Springs resident and former longtime resident of Superior, she died following a brief illness. She was born July 17, 1929, in Superior, the daughter of Abele and Emma Boschetto Bettolo. She attended school in Superior and was a high school graduate with the class of 1947. Mrs. Clark was employed at her aunt Dee Boschetto's grocery store and later for her brother at Bruno's Market until her marriage. She married John "Jack" Clark on Oct. 30, 1960, in Rock Springs. He preceded her in death on Jan. 21, 2005. Her interests included working in the yard and going to polka parties. Survivors include her 98-year-old mother, Emma Bettolo of Rock Springs; two brothers, Bruno Bettolo and wife LaVerne and Bob Bettolo and wife Margaret Ann, all of Rock Springs; many nephews, including Richard Bettolo and wife Kris, Brent Bettolo and wife Sondi, Brad Bettolo and wife Kiera, Mark Bettolo and wife Sue of West Jordan, Utah, and John Bettolo of Greeley, Colo.; many nieces, including Carla Pivic and husband Bruce of Rock Springs; eight grand-nephews, Joe Bettolo and wife Devon of Salt Lake City, Kale Bettolo and wife Kate of Ogden, Utah, Justin Bettolo of West Jordan, Patrick Bettolo, Eric Bettolo, Tyler Bettolo and Cole Salois, all of Rock Springs, and Jeff Pivic of Laramie; seven grand-nieces, Renae Bettolo of West Jordan, Brooke Bettolo of Greeley, Jill Pivic of Laramie, and Devon Bettolo, Lea Bettolo, Abby Bettolo and Nikki Salois, all of Rock Springs; two great-grandnieces, Alexa Bettolo and Eva Bettolo of Salt Lake City; several cousins, including Hilda Thorne and husband Jens of Vernal, Utah, Sibyl Love, Faron Boschetto, Norma Roccabruna, Jenny Kusik, Anne Robertson, Joan Boschetto, Jerry Boschetto and Carmen DeBernardi all of Rock Springs, Verlee Garbrecht of Sheridan, Carol Couch of Salt Lake City and John Boschetto of Las Vegas; and one aunt, Frieda Boschetto of Rock Springs. She was preceded in death by her father; and her husband. Funeral services will be conducted at 10 a.m. Friday, Feb. 6, 2009, at the Vase Funeral Chapel, 154 Elk St., Rock Springs. The Rev. Sione Tukutau will conduct the services. Interment will follow in the Rest Haven Memorial Gardens. Friends may call from noon to 6 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 5, 2009, at the Vase Chapel and again Friday until time of services at the chapel. --- Rock Springs Daily Rocket-Miner, Feb 5, 2009 Albert Wilde Albert Wilde, 78, died Tuesday, Feb. 3, 2009 in Ogden, Utah. He was born Dec. 17, 1930, in Coalville, Utah, the son of Marcus Reed and Lena Valliere (Chapell) Wilde. He married Eutona Pearl Anderson on June 11, 1952 in Salt Lake City. Mr. Wilde spent most of his life on his ranch. He is survived by his wife, Eutona of McKinnon; sons, Albert Tim and wife Marilee A. Wilde of McKinnon, Danny Stephen and wife Darci Lynn Wilde of Cheyenne and Michael Scott and wife Julie Anne Wilde of McKinnon; daughters, Kathryn Elizabeth and husband Danny Osborn and Nancy Ann and husband Allen D. Young, all of McKinnon, Gwen and husband Victor B. Mitchell and Monica and husband Steven J. Neumann, all of Green River, Leslie Ellen and husband Patrick E. McCormack of Overland Park, Kan., Angela Kay and husband Timothy McMullin of Olathe, Kan., and Eutona Kolene Snow of Salt Lake City; 43 grandchildren; and 24 great-grandchildren. Funeral services will be conducted at 11 a.m. Monday, Feb. 9, 2009, in the McKinnon LDS Ward Chapel. Visitation will be conducted one hour prior to the services. Interment will follow in the McKinnon Cemetery. --- Rock Springs Daily Rocket-Miner, Feb 7, 2009 CAROL ANN McKNIGHT Following cremation, graveside services and inurnment for Carol Ann McKnight took place Monday, Feb. 2, 2009, at the Riverview Cemetery, Green River. Mrs. McKnight, 69, of Green River, died Thursday, Jan. 29, 2009, at the University Medical Center in Salt Lake City after a lengthy illness. She was a Green River resident for the past 39 years. She was born Sept. 17, 1939, in Tampa, Fla., the daughter of Merritt and Lehoma Smith Bercaw. She attended Chamberlain High School in Tampa. She married Robert Mcknight on May 11, 1956 in Tampa. She was employed by General Chemical for 22 years until her retirement on Oct. 1. 2000. Her interests included jigsaw puzzles and spending time with family and friends. Survivors include her husband, Robert McKnight of Green River: two sons, Monty McKnight of Bear River and Michael McKnight of Lovell; two daughters, Gloria Seligman and Greta Lumley, both of Tampa; brother, Bill Bercaw of Tampa; sister, Shirley Tovoark of Tampa; 11 grandchildren; and eight great-grandchildren. --- Rock Springs Daily Rocket-Miner, Feb 14, 2009 BRIAN JESS JOHNSON SHERIDAN -- Memorial services for Brian Jess Johnson were conducted on Saturday, Feb. 7, 2009, at the Kane Funeral Home, Sheridan. The Rev. John Jackson officiated. Mr. Johnson, 46, of Sheridan, died Thursday, Jan. 29, 2009, at his residence. He was born Dec. 21, 1963, in Muncie, Ind., to Dale and Marlene Johnson. He was a Green River High School graduate. He married Carmen Rittenhouse on June 20, 1998, at the Little Chapel of the West in Las Vegas. They made their home in Rock Springs before moving to Sheridan seven years ago. Mr. Johnson worked as an aircraft mechanic for Big Horn Airways. His interests included mountain biking, hiking, camping, music, darts, dirt biking, fourwheeling, cars and aviation. He is survived by his wife, Carmen of Sheridan; sons, Derek Robinson and Braxton Confer, both of Rock Springs; stepsons, Nathan Wagner of Worland and Eric Killion of Sheridan; grandchildren, Jasmine and Anthony Wagner of Worland; father, Dale Johnson of Green River; mother, Marlene Maki of Butte, Mont.; mother- and father-in-law, Mary and Rod Penfold of Sheridan; and a brother, Shawn Johnson of Panama City, Fla. --- Rock Springs Daily Rocket-Miner, Feb 16, 2009 Fred William Adovnik HOUSTON — Fred William Adovnik, 86, died at his home surrounded by family members. He died after a nine-year battle with kidney cancer. He was born July 6, 1922, in Rock Springs, the son of John and Agnes Adovnik Sr. He was the eldest of seven children. He graduated from the Rock Springs High School with the class of 1940. Wishing to become a military officer, he attended Kemper Military Academy in Missouri from 1940-42. However, when World War II broke out, he served in the U.S. Army's Defense Intelligence as a sergeant major. One of his jobs was to take aerial photos of enemy targets so maps could be drawn for the infantry. He was stationed in England, Germany and France and able to take military courses at the University of Paris and at Oxford University in England. Following World War II, he attended the University of Wyoming and in 1949 received a bachelor of science degree in electrical engineering. He also attended the University of Texas and in 1952 received a M.S. degree in economics and business management. His first employment was in Utica, N.Y., working for General Electric in its Defense Electronics Department. There he met and married his first wife Geneva, who was also working for General Electric. In 1969, he relocated to Houston, subcontracting under General Electric for the NASA space program as a quality control engineer. His job included interviewing astronauts about the quality of their space suits in outer space or traveling to California and other states to observe missile testing. He later worked for TRW, a defense and space system group, in Houston for several years. He also worked at the Ogden Engineering Center in Clearfield, Utah for one year. In 1984, his first wife Geneva preceded him in death after a two-year battle with cancer. He married Violet Russell on Feb. 14, 1986. His interests included being a senior partner and advisor in the Adovnik Family Rental Business; being a computer researcher in science and medical technology, especially concerning kidney cancer; and keeping up with the latest in electronics, economics and business. Survivors include his wife of 22 years, Violet Adovnik of Houston; one son, John W. Adovnik of Rosenberg, Texas; one brother, Henry Adovnik wife Esther of Bountiful, Utah; three sisters, Adeline M. Tarkington and husband Chester of Tucson, Ariz., Yvonne A. Profaizer and husband John of Watertown, Minn., and Mariam V. Adovnik Soto and husband Isaac of Rock Springs; nephews, David Oblock and Bill Oblock of Utah, Paul Tarkington and Ron Tarkington of California, Steven Tarkington of Virginia and Richard Profaizer of Minnesota; and nieces, Lynette Profaizer Johnson of South Dakota and Larissa Profaizer Holden of Wisconsin. He was preceded in death by his parents; one brother, John; one sister, Lillian Oblock; brother-in-law, Lewis Oblock; niece, Barbara Oblock McDaniel; sister-in-law, Jeanne Adovnik; and nephew, Scott Adovnik. Funeral services will be conducted at 10:30 a.m. Saturday, Feb. 14, 2009, at the Vase Funeral Chapel, 154 Elk St., Rock Springs. A parish rosary will be recited at 6:30 p.m. Friday, Feb. 13, 2009, at the chapel. Father Carl Beavers will officiate. Interment will follow in the Rock Springs Municipal Cemetery. Friends may call from 4-6:30 p.m. Friday at the Vase Chapel and one hour prior to services Saturday at the chapel. --- Green River Star, Feb 18, 2009 Emma Ruth Watson Bernatis Emma Ruth Watson Bernatis, 87, of Rock Springs, passed away at her home Feb. 17, 2009. A long time resident of Rock Springs and Superior and former resident of Denver, Bernatis died following a sudden illness. She was born Aug. 11, 1921, in Lafayette, Colo., the daughter Fred Milton Watson and Jean McIntosh. Bernatis attended school in Erie, Colo., and was a 1939 graduate of Erie High School. She also attended beauty school. She married Thomas Sylvester Bernatis in Arvada, Colo., on Dec. 1, 1940, and he preceded her in death July 26, 1996. She was a member of the First Congregational Church, Order of the Eastern Star, Daughters of the Nile and Stick and Stitch Sewing Club. Bernatis also volunteered at Broadway Bargains and the Soup Kitchen and helped with all of the church functions and the Superior Jamboree. She loved spending time with her family and at her cabin in Pinedale. Survivors include four sons Thomas S. Bernatis and wife Kathy, David D. Bernatis and wife Denise, all of Rock Springs, James F. Bernatis and wife Pauline of Montrose, Colo., and John M. Bernatis and wife Ellen of Green River; one daughter Jean VandeRiet and husband Tim of Denver; one brother James Watson of Grand Junction, Colo.; one sister Christine Haller, also of Grand Junction, Colo.; 12 grandchildren; 23 great-grandchildren; several nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents; husband Tom; one daughter Mary who died in infancy; two sisters Janet Carlson and Mary Ann Stewart; and one brother Fred Watson. Following cremation, memorial services will be conducted at 10 a.m. Saturday at the First Congregational Church, 1275 Adams Avenue, Rock Springs. Rev. Jean Wade will conduct the services. Friends may call at the church, one hour prior to services. Graveside services and inurnment will take place at a later date. The family of Emma Ruth Watson Bernatis respectfully suggests that donations in her memory be made to Hospice of Sweetwater County, 809 Thompson Street, Suite D, Rock Springs, WY 82901 or Shriner’s Crippled Children’s Hospital, Fairfax Avenue and Virginia Street, Salt Lake City, UT 84103. --- Green River Star, Feb 18, 2009 Velma Marie "Sis" Nolan Velma Marie ‘Sis’ Nolan, 63, of Casper died Feb. 11, 2009, at Shepard of the Valley Nursing Home in Casper. Nolan was born April 18, 1945, in Sheridan, to Harry and Lois Gardner Jelly. She grew up and attended schools in Dayton. Shortly after high school, Nolan moved to Alaska where she resided for several years before moving to Green River. She was a longtime resident of Green River before moving to Casper in 1998. She was a member of the Eagle’s Auxiliary and enjoyed playing Bingo, working puzzles, dancing and listening to music. Nolan is survived by two sons, Troy Nolan, of Bear River and Dale Thomas, of Soldotna, Alaska; two daughters, Carrie Robbinson, of Cordas Lake, Ariz., and Tammy Drake, of Soldotna, Alaska; two brothers, Dave Jelly and Bud Jelly, both of Dayton; and seven grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents. Funeral services were conducted Monday at Champion Ferries Funeral Home. Interment was in the Dayton Community Cemetery. --- Rock Springs Daily Rocket-Miner, Feb 21, 2009 BO DANIEL BROWN Funeral services for Bo Daniel Brown were conducted ad Wednesday, Feb. 11, 2009, at the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints Stake Center in Rock Springs. Interment was in the Mountain View Cemetery in Superior. Bishop Howard Call conducted the services. Pallbearers included Scott Arwood, Mike Olson, Jerell Smith, Orry Masters, Zach Brown, Jake Brown, David McKee and David Licking. Mr. Brown, 25, of Point of Rocks, died Thursday, Feb. 5, 2009, at his home. A longtime resident of Point of Rocks and former resident of Superior, he died following a sudden illness. He was born March 7, 1983, in Laramie, the son of Robert L. Brown and Tina B. Easter. He attended schools in Rock Springs and was a graduate of Rock Springs High School. He was employed as a cook at the Point Cafe in Point of Rocks for several years. Mr. Brown was a member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints His interests included hunting, fishing, being in the outdoors and spending time with his family and friends. Survivors include his father, Robert Brown of Cheyenne; mother, Tina B. Olson and husband Rick of Superior; one brother, Cody Brown of California; one stepbrother, Mike Olson of Rock Springs; two stepsisters, Heather Olson of Washington and June Olson of Cheyenne; one nephew, Aiden Jones of Rock Springs; and several aunts, uncles and cousins. --- Rock Springs Daily Rocket-Miner, Feb 21, 2009 THOMAS PATRICK CULLEN A mass of Christian burial for Thomas Patrick Cullen was celebrated on Tuesday, Feb. 17, 2009, at the All Saints Catholic Church. Interment was in Rock Springs. Mr. Cullen, 93, died Thursday, Feb. 12, 2009. He was born Sept. 13, 1915, in Rock Springs to Thomas and Margaret Nichol Cullen. He was raised and educated in Rock Springs. After graduating from high school in Rock Springs, he moved to Portland, Ore, to attend the University of Portland. He graduated with a bachelor and master degree in library science. He worked as a catalogue librarian with the government Weather Bureau in Washington, D.C., retiring in 1969. Mr. Cullen then returned to Portland, where he worked as a stock control manager for a wholesale drug company for several years. He was also a freelance writer, publishing "Roamin' Wyomin'” in 2003 and "Growing Up in a Wyoming Coal Town, 1915-1938." He returned to Rock Springs almost yearly until a few years ago. Mr. Cullen was a member of All Saints Parish and the University of Portland Alumni Association. He is survived by a sister, Hannah Cullen of Beaverton, Ore. He was preceded in death by a sister, Kathlee Cullen, who died three years ago. --- Rock Springs Daily Rocket-Miner, Feb 21, 2009 KENNETH VICTOR JACKSON LABARGE - Kenneth Victor Jackson, 87, of 718 Ivy Lane, LaBarge, died Monday, Feb. 16, 2009, at his home. A resident of LaBarge and former resident of Green River, he died following a brief illness. He was born Aug. 6, 1921 in Pipestone, Minn., the son of John Lee and Lea Belle Wilson Jackson. He was orphaned when he was 6-years-old and was raised by his foster mother, Mammie Austin. Mr. Jackson served in the U.S. Army during World War II and the Korean War. He married Phyllis Twitchell on May 17, 1954, in Evanston. He worked at General Chemical for 17 years until retiring in 1986. He moved to Shell in 1988, Basin in 1994 and Sweetwater County in 1996. In 2004, he moved to LaBarge. Mr. Jackson was a member of United Steelworkers Local Union No. 15320. Survivors include his wife, Phyllis Jackson of LaBarge; two sons, Craig Jackson and wife Pam of Rock Springs and Dan Jackson and wife Sherri of Green River; one daughter, Amy Hale and husband Dee of LaBarge; two grandsons; four granddaughters; and several nephews and nieces. He was preceded in death by his parents, one sister, Geneva; three brothers, Tom "O.H." Jackson, Jack Jackson and Gerald Jackson; and one son, Terry Victor Jackson. Cremation has taken place. A family gathering will be conducted at a later date. --- Rock Springs Daily Rocket-Miner, Feb 21, 2009 BOGDAN WROTKOWSKI A mass of Christian burial for Bogdan Wrotkowski was celebrated on Friday, Feb. 13, 2009, at the Immaculate Conception Catholic Church in Green River. A parish rosary was recited Thursday, Feb. 12, 2009, at the church. Mr. Wrotkowski, 85, of 256 Hoover Drive, Green River, died Tuesday, Feb. 10, 2009, at the Castle Rock Convalescent Center. A resident of Green River for the past 58 years and former resident of Poland, he died following a lengthy illness. He was born March 5, 1923, in Drezerkowice, Poland, the son of Tom and Rose Wrotkowski. He attended school in Poland. He married the former Cecilia Turek on May 28, 1948, in Bochum, Germany. She preceded him in death on March 28, 2006. Mr. Wrotkowski was a U.S. Army veteran of World War II. He was employed as a carpenter for Stauffer Chemical for 20 years. His interests included yard work, carpentry, gardening and spending time with his family. Mr. Wrotkowski was a member of Immaculate Conception Catholic Church. Survivors include two daughters, Katy Williams and husband Ronnie of Green River and Irene Bymers and husband Richard of Auburn, Wash.; two grandchildren, Natalie Lucero of Green River and Nicol Jacobson of Rock Springs; two great-grandchildren, Jase Jacobson and Jax Jacobson, both of Rock Springs; one niece, Ute Jones of Arizona; and two nephews, Joe Hershberger and Danny Hershberger, both of Colorado Springs, Colo. He was preceded in death by his parents, and wife. Cremation has taken place. --- Green River Star, Feb 25, 2009 Ted J. O'Farrell Ted J. O’Farrell, 85, of Rock Springs, passed away February 19, 2009, at his home following a sudden illness. He was born Oct. 19, 1923, in Denver, the son of the late Timothy J. and Mary Kirby O’Farrell. He attended schools in Rock Springs and was a graduate of the Rock Springs High School with the class of 1942. He served honorably in the United States Army as a combat engineer from 1942 through 1945 and during World War II where he was involved in five major battle campaigns: the Liberation of Northern France, Invasion of Normandy, Battle of the Ardennes, Battle of the Rhineland and Central Europe. He was wounded in action on the bridge at Remagen, Germany. He received numerous combat citations including the Purple Heart. He married the former Nora Susich in 1948 at the Saints Cyril and Methodius Catholic Church in Rock Springs. He was employed for more than 21 years with the Union Pacific Coal Company and more than 20 years with the F.M.C. Corporation of Green River. He was elected and served for two terms as city councilman for the City of Rock Springs from 1972 until 1980. He was an avid hunter and fisherman. He was a member of the Holy Spirit Catholic Community, United Mine Workers of America, United Steel Workers of America, Veterans of Foreign Wars, Fraternal Order of the Eagles and Young at Heart Senior Citizen’s Center. Survivors include his wife, two sons, Dr. Mark O’Farrell and wife LeeAnn of Rock Springs, and Tim O’Farrell of Marlboro, N. J.; one daughter and son-in-law, Toni and Joe Miskulin of Denver; four grandsons and three granddaughters. Following cremation, a memorial mass was celebrated Monday at the Saints Cyril and Methodius Catholic Church in Rock Springs. Military graveside services and inurnment was conducted by American Legion Archie Hay Post 24 in the Rock Springs Municipal Cemetery. The family requests donations be made in his memory to the Holy Spirit Catholic School Building Fund, Post Office Box 6038, Rock Springs, 82902. --- Casper Star-Tribune, Feb 26, 2009 Daniel L. Uhls Daniel L. Uhls, 56, died on February 22, 2009, at the Washakie Medical Center in Worland, Wyoming. Daniel passed away after a long fight with cancer. He was born on July 8, 1952 in Rock Springs, Wyoming. He was the second son of Billy G. and Bernice L. Uhls. He attended schools in the Towns of Rock Springs, WY, Leadville, CO, and Blue Springs, MO. After graduation from Blue Springs R-4 High School, Daniel joined the Army in 1971, where he served most of his enlistment in Germany. He then came back to Rock Springs and worked at various mines until he hired on with the BLM in 1978, working mostly in the Worland area. He retired from the BLM in 2004. He enjoyed hunting, fly fishing, camping, and watching television. He also enjoyed spending time on his computer. Daniel was preceded in death by his maternal grandparents, his paternal grandparents and one niece. He is survived by his wife, Neyda Uhls of Worland, WY, his children, Michelle Uhls of Colorado, Melanie Uhls-Tiedeman of Pennsylvania, Brandon Uhls of Casper, WY, Billy Uhls of Worland and six stepchildren. He had two grandchildren and a special step-granddaughter, Daniella his namesake. He was also survived by his parents, Billy G. Uhls of Worland, Bernice L. Uhls of Pinedale, siblings Dennis Uhls of Rock Springs, Debra Uhls of Volcano, HI, Donna Uhls of Ridgecrest, CA, Diane Maestas and Darlene Phelan both of Rock Springs. Memorial services will be held on Friday, February 27, 2008 at 2:00 p.m. at the Bryant Funeral Home Chapel with Pastor Steve Couch officiating. Memorial donations may be made in care of Bryant Funeral Home PO Box 524 for his son Billy's educational fund. --- Green River Star, Mar 4, 2009 Mary Catherine Browne Mary Catherine Browne, 80, of Rock Springs passed away Feb. 28, 2009, at Memorial Hospital of Sweetwater County. A lifelong resident of Rock Springs, Browne had been in ill health for the past several years. She was born June 22, 1928, in Rock Springs, the daughter of the late John and Susan Steffan Wataha. Browne attended school in Rock Springs and graduated from Rock Springs High School with the class of 1946. She married Jerry Browne in Rock Springs on Aug. 13, 1948, and he preceded her in death on March 25, 1984. Browne was employed as a caregiver for many years throughout the community. She was a member of Holy Spirit Catholic Community and an avid sports fan of the Wyoming Cowboys and Denver Broncos. Survivors include one son Dennis Browne of Clermont, Fla.; two daughters Sue Nelson of Laramie and Gayle Browne of Rock Springs; two brothers Paul J. Wataha and wife Dorothy and Steve Wataha, all of Rock Springs; four grandchildren; four great-grandchildren; and two nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents; husband Jerry Browne; one son Robin Browne; son-in-law Larry Nelson; and one nephew Jay Wataha. Funeral services will be conducted at 10 a.m. Friday at the Vase Funeral Chapel, 154 Elk Street in Rock Springs. Interment will be in the Paul J. Wataha Memorial Park. Friends may call at the Vase Chapel on Friday one hour prior to services. --- Rock Springs Daily Rocket-Miner, Mar 7, 2009 JAMES HAROLD JONES Funeral services for James Harold Jones were conducted on Friday, Feb. 27, 2009, at the Monroe Avenue Baptist Church in Green River, Pastor Bob Conrad officiated. Interment followed in the Riverview Cemetery in Green River. Mr. Jones, 85, of Green River, died Sunday, Feb. 22, 2009, at Memorial Hospital of Sweetwater County after a short illness. He was born Jan. 11, 1924, in Ranger, Texas, the son of Andrew Leroy Jones and Carrie Belle Anderson Jones. He attended schools in Texas. He married Medhie Wong on June 21, 1982, in Manila, Philippines. Mr. Jones had been employed as a welder and pipefitter for Local 192 for the last 45 years, retiring in 1981. He was a member of the Eagles Fraternal Order of Green River. He was also a member of Monroe Avenue Baptist Church of Green River. His interests included hunting, fishing, the Wyoming countryside and his family. Survivors include his wife, Medhie Jones of Green River; son, James Arnette Jones of Parker, Ariz.; daughters, Gina Gardner of Oregon and Sue Tyler of Colorado; grandchildren, Jeff, Robert and Leslie Jones, Gypsy and Sheena Ray Gardner, James C. Call, Renda L. BeirKamp and Shealene Gonzoles; and numerous great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents, and brothers and sisters. --- Rock Springs Daily Rocket-Miner, Mar 7, 2009 RELVA CHLOA SLAUGH POTTER LYMAN—Funeral services for Relva Chloa Slaugh Potter were conducted on Friday, Feb. 27, 2009, at the Manila LDS Church, Manila, Utah. Interment followed at the Manila Cemetery. Mrs. Potter, 94, died Tuesday, Feb. 24, 2009, in Evanston. She was born Sept. 24, 1914, in Vernal, Utah, the oldest of seven children born to Curtis Edward and Chloa Roberts Slaugh. She grew up in Vernal and in the area around Manila, where she went to school. She married Orvel Potter on June 29, 1932, in the Salt Lake LDS Temple. The lived in Manila and Linwood, Utah, where they raised a large family. They had four sons, two of which died in infancy, and eight daughters. Mrs. Potter worked in several capacities to help support her family. She worked as a cook for the road, sheep shearing and haying crews that would come through the area. She also worked in the Linwood store and post office, Manila store and Senior Citizens Center. Her interests included her family. Mrs. Potter and her husband celebrated their 58th wedding anniversary in 1985. Her husband died later that year. She moved to Lyman to be closer to her family in 1997 and lived there for 12 years. She was an active member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints and served in many different calling and capacities in her ward. She is survived by her children, Weldon and wife Lenora Potter of Wasilla, Alaska, Leah and husband Deward Eades of Renton, Wash., Glenda and husband Bob Bobek of Valentine, Neb., Carma and husband Richard McDowell of Indio, Calif., Carol Erickson and Cherryl and husband Dennis Wood, all of Lyman, Gail and husband John Despain of Manila, Utah, Shanna and husband Mike Olsen of Marysville, Wash., Enid and husband Rob Ferraud of Indio and Layne and wife Joanne Potter of Lyman; 36 grandchildren; 69 great-grandchildren; 26 great-great grandchildren; a brother, Myron and wife Wanda Slaugh of Vernal, Utah; and two sisters, Sybil and husband Leon Brady of Green River and Arva and husband Leo Slagowski of Vernal. She was preceded in death by her husband; parents; two brothers; two sons; and two grandsons. --- Rock Springs Daily Rocket-Miner, Mar 7, 2009 BEVERLY DAVIS TOOMBS LAS VEGAS -- Beverly Davis Toombs, 79, died Thursday, Jan. 29, 2009, in Las Vegas, She had been a Nevada resident since 1966. She was born Oct. 5, 1929, in Rock Springs to Henry W. Davis and Jeanette Wilde Davis. She graduated from Rock Springs High School with the class of 1948. Survivors include her husband of 60 years, Phillip Toombs; daughters, Janice and husband Jim Falin and Judy; sons, Dale and Brian and wife Wendy; brother, Don Davis and wife Ruby of Colorado; sister, Evelyn Dotson of Illinois; nephew, Don Lightner and wife Kaylou of Rock Springs; nine grandchildren; 11 great grandchildren; and numerous nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents; sisters, Lucille Olivero, Dorothy Lightner, Ruth Davis and Shirley Aslett; and a brother, William E. Davis. Private services were conducted in Las Vegas. --- Rock Springs Daily Rocket-Miner, Mar 7, 2009 PATRICIA “PATTI” MARY TORRES PHOENIX -- Funeral services for Patricia “Patti" Mary Torres were conducted on Thursday, Feb. 26, 2009, at the Holy Trinity Greek Orthodox Church in Rock Springs. Father Ma ri 0 Giannopolis officiated. A prayer service was conducted Wednesday, Feb. 25, 2009, at the Vase Flaming Gorge Chapel in Green River, Interment followed in the Riverview Cemetery. Pallbearers included Anthony Torres, Hal Harper, Gus Alderson, Andy Alderson, Ted Kalivas and Mike Jewkes. Honorary pallbearers included all of her many friends. Mrs. Torres, 49, of 9055 N. 41st Ave., Phoenix, died Thursday, Feb, 19, 2009, at the Banner Memorial Hospital in Phoenix. A resident of Phoenix for the past eight years and former resident of Green River, she died following a sudden illness. She was born Nov. 21, 1959, in Rock Springs, the daughter of Gust and Mary Kalivas, She attended school in Green River and was a 1978 graduate of Green River High School. Following high school, she obtained an associate degree in respiratory therapy. She was employed by Life Touch Photography as a photographer. Her interests included spending time with her family, riding motorcycles, fishing, camping, gardening, traveling, cooking and designing cakes, Chicago Bears football and being artistic. Survivors include her parents, Gust and Mary Kalivas of Green River; one son, Anthony Torres of Green River; one daughter, Bobbie Torres of Phoenix; two sisters, Effie Manley and husband Mark of Green River and Rula Bullock and husband Brad of Vernal, Utah; and several aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her maternal and paternal grandparents. --- Fox Funeral Home, Mar 10, 2009 Archie Mackrell Archie Mackrell Jr., 55, of Green River, died March 9, 2009 at his home in Green River. He was born December 30, 1953 in Salt Lake City, the son of Archibald and Shirley Bingham Mackrell. He attended schools in Salt Lake City and graduated from Granite High School with the class of 1972. He had been employed as a pipefitter for many years. He was a member of the Church of Christ. His interests included fishing, camping, boating, riding motor cycles, music, playing cards with family, and tinkering. Survivors include two brothers, Paul Mackrell and with Cheryl, and Ronald Albert and wife Robbie, all of Green River; two sisters, Connie Pratt of West Valley City, Utah, and Julie Hays and husband Brian of Texas. He was preceded in death by his parents and grandparents. Cremation has taken place at Fox Crematory, Rock Springs. Private family service will be held at a later date. --- Green River Star, Mar 11, 2009 Alta Earlene "Billie" Crawford Alta Earlene ‘Billie’ Crawford, 76, of Superior passed away March 4, 2009, at Intermountain Health Care Hospital in Salt Lake City. A longtime resident of Superior and former resident of Tacoma, Wash., and Tremonton, Utah, Crawford passed away following a lengthy illness. She was born Sept. 30, 1932, in Oklahoma City, the daughter of the late Earl and Agnes Carpenter Altstatt. Crawford attended schools in Superior and graduated from Superior High School with the class of 1950. She married William McLeod in 1950, and they later divorced. She married Kay William Crawford at Half Moon Lake on Oct. 16, 1982, and he preceded her in death in Superior on Dec. 27, 2004. Crawford worked at Bridger Coal as a secretary in the purchasing department. She was a member of the Sweetwater County Democrats. Her interests included cooking, reading and spending time with her family. Survivors include three daughters Nancy Schmidt and husband Doug of Rock Springs, Barbara Davis and husband Joe of Brigham City, Kathie Castle and husband Phil of Superior; one brother Phil Altstatt of Superior; five grandchildren and five great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband Kay Crawford, parents and sisters. Funeral services will be conducted at 1 p.m. Friday at Vase Funeral Chapel, 154 Elk Street in Rock Springs. Interment will be in the Mountain View Section of Rock Springs Municipal Cemetery. Friends may call at Vase Chapel on Thursday from 4-6 p.m. and again on Friday until service time. --- Fox Funeral Home, Mar 13, 2009 Robert J. Auld Robert J. Auld, 69, of Pinedale died Thursday, March 12, 2009 at his home in Pinedale after a lengthy illness. He was born November 19, 1940 in Rock Springs, the son of Robert and Kathryn Korfanta Auld. He attended school in Reliance and graduated from Reliance High School with the class of 1959. He also attended the University of Wyoming. Robert served in the US Army during the Vietnam War. He married Betty Lou Gatti on October 28, 1967 in Jackson Hole. He was employed with the Wyoming Department of Transportation for 34 years until his retirement in 1995. He was a member of Our Lady of Peace Catholic Church in Pinedale. He was also a member of the Elks Club for 41 years, Wyoming Highway Dept. Employees Assn., and the Jackson Hole Ski Club. His interests included bowling, skiing, hunting, fishing, camping, and horseback riding. Survivors include his wife Betty Auld of Pinedale; son Scott Auld of Strasburg, Colorado; daughters Maria Mortensen and Annette Ice, both of Rock Springs; grandchildren, Aly and Gavin Mortensen, Storey, Emily and Aubrey Ice, and Scotia Auld. He was preceded in death by his parents and brother Archie Auld. Cremation has taken place at Fox Crematory, Rock Springs. Memorial services will be held at 10:00 a.m. Monday, March 16, 2009 at Our Lady of Peace Catholic Church, 112 S. Sublette Ave. in Pinedale. --- Rock Springs Daily Rocket-Miner, Mar 14, 2009 PAUL THOMAS ANSELMI A mass of Christian burial for Paul Thomas Anselmi was celebrated on Monday, March 9, 2009, at the SS. Cyril and Methodius Catholic Church in Rock Springs. Father Thomas Millane of St. Elizabeth Ann Seton of Tucson, Ariz. officiated. Interment followed in the Rest Haven Memorial Gardens, north on Yellowstone Road, Rock Springs. A parish rosary was recited Sunday, March 8, 2009, at the Vase Funeral Home, Rock Springs. Pallbearers included Dan Dalton, Ralph Dinkle, Ted Ware, Kurt Anselmi, Richy Byczek, Dr. Jim Byars, Ty Eldridge and Tommy Anderson. Honorary pallbearers included Mark Anselmi, James Evanoti, Ben Fellows, Albert Morgan, John Woodward, J.J. Anselmi, McKay Marsden, Jimmy Zanetti, Charles Diamantopolous and Fred Thompson. Mr. Anselmi, 48, of 1727 Collins St., Rock Springs, died Thursday, March 5, 2009. He was a lifelong resident of Rock Springs. He was born April 8, 1960, in Rock Springs, the son of Paul David and Patricia Eleanor Tomsik Anselmi. He attended schools in Rock Springs and graduated from Rock Springs High School with the class of 1978. He married Kristy Kaumo on Jan. 3, 2007, in Las Vegas. Mr. Anselmi was self-employed in the vending business for most of his adult life. He was a member of the Holy Spirit Catholic community. His interests included hunting, fishing, including teaching his niece and nephew the craft; collecting rocks, photography; golfing; cooking; playing the piano; dogs and spending time with family and friends. His survivors include his mother, Patricia Anselmi; wife, Kristy Anselmi; ex-wife, Deborah Anselmi; one daughter, Morgan Kay Anselmi; two sisters, Michelle Loraine Anselmi and husband Reno Fisher and Liisa Anselmi-Dalton and husband Dan; nieces, Kirsi Anselmi-Stith, Laurel Anselmi and Aspen Anselmi; and nephews, Stevie Anselmi-Stith and Zack Anselmi. He was preceded in death by his father, Paul David Anselmi; four uncles, John Anselmi, Don Anselmi, Bill Anselmi and Tom Anselmi; and grandparents, Clem and Viola Tomsik and John and Lille Anselmi. --- Green River Star, Mar 18, 2009 Ruth Evelyn Katana Ruth Evelyn Katana, 85, of Green River passed away March 16, 2009, at Memorial Hospital of Sweetwater County in Rock Springs. A resident of Green River since 1954 and former resident of Superior and Rock Springs, Katana had been in ill health for the past several years. She was born Jan. 31, 1924, in Rock Springs, the daughter of the late Vestor Matson and Kate Snelling. Katana attended high school in Rock Springs and was a 1941 graduate of Rock Springs High School. She also attended the University of Wyoming and was a member of Tri Delta Sorority. She married Antone ‘Tony’ J. Katana in Rock Springs on Jan. 19, 1946. Katana was employed as a librarian for Sweetwater County for 30 years and retired in 1985. She was a member of St. John’s Episcopal Church in Green River and also We Moderns Bridge Club since 1954. She was very active in the women’s auxiliary for the Lion’s Club. Her interests were reading and working crossword puzzles. Survivors include her husband Tony Katana of Green River; two daughters Kathy Kaumo and husband Richard and Mary Ann McFadden and husband Gene, all of Rock Springs; one brother Nels Carlson and wife Ramona of Central Point, Ore.; five grandchildren; two great-grandchildren; several nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents and one sister Margaret Boevers and husband Cliff. Funeral services will be conducted at 2:30 p.m. Friday at St. John’s Episcopal Church, 350 Mansface in Green River. Friends may call on Thursday from 6-8 p.m. at Vase Flaming Gorge Chapel, 263 East Flaming Gorge Way in Green River and on Friday at the Episcopal Church one hour prior to services. Cremation will follow. The family of Ruth Evelyn Katana respectfully suggests that donations in her memory be made to Golden Hour Senior Citizen’s Center, 550 Uinta Drive, Green River, WY 82935. --- Rock Springs Daily Rocket-Miner, Mar 21, 2009 KONNOR CORRY ALLEN Funeral services for Konnor Corry Allen were conducted on Monday, March 16, 2009, at the LDS Chapel, Green River. Interment followed in the Riverview Cemetery in Green River Bishop Terry Harding conducted the services. Konnor Allen, 2, of 1750 Hitching Post Drive, Green River, died Tuesday, March 10, 2009, at the Primary Children's Medical Center in Salt Lake City. He was the infant son of Phylicia Rasdall and Robert Corry Allen, both of Green River. His interests included playing with his cars, going to the park, listening to his mom read stories and spending time with his family. Survivors include his parents; maternal grandfather, Darrell Rasdall of Lake Havasu, Ariz., paternal grandmother, Ramona Allen of Rock Springs, and several aunts, uncles and cousins. He was preceded in death by his maternal grandmother, Jeary Rasdall. --- Rock Springs Daily Rocket-Miner, Mar 21, 2009 JACK RUSSELL FARRELL MURRAY, Utah - Memorial services for Jack Russell Farrell were conducted Saturday, March 14, 2009, at the Superior Town Hall in Superior. Mr. Farrell, 58, died Friday, March 6, 2009, in Murray, Utah. He was born June 27, 1950, in Germany. He immigrated to the United States when he was 5 years old. He grew up in the San Diego area. Mr. Farrell was a Vietnam veteran. He spent time in Salt Lake City and lived in Sweetwater County for the past 35 years. His interests included fourwheeling, snowmobiling, riding dune buggies and camping with friends and family. He is survived by his wife, Susan; mother, Helen; sons, Lester and Don and Nellie Welsh; and numerous stepchildren, step-siblings, nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his father, Frank Farrell; and daughter, Bobbie. --- Fox Funeral Home, Mar 24, 2009 William “Bill” Shaw William "Bill" Lorenz Shaw, 73, quietly and peacefully slipped away Monday, March 23, 2009 at his home in Rock Springs. He was born March 25, 1935 in Anaconda, Montana the son of William Lorenz and Agnes Fitzpatrick Lorenz. He attended schools in Helena Montana and graduated from Helena High School. He married Bernice "Bunny" Ereth in February, 1961 in Los Angeles, California. Bill served in the US Army during the Korean War. He had been employed by Bechtel, Combustion Engineer, Western Power and Industrial Services. He owned and operated his own business, Custom Welding in Rock Springs. He was a certified welding inspector. He was a member of the Veteran of Foreign Wars, the American Legion Archie Hay Post 24, and the Eagles Fraternal Order No. 151. His interests included camping, fishing, gambling, and having a beer with his friends. Survivors include his wife Bunny Shaw of Rock Springs; one son William "Bill" Shaw and wife Cindy of West Valley City, Utah; one daughter Nancy Shaw and fiance' Scott Kelly of Rock Springs; sisters, Ralone, Betty, and Nancy all of Tigard, Oregon; stepmother, Pearl Lorenz of Tigard, Oregon; grandchildren, Samantha Canistrini, Alex Shaw and Kaden Kelly; uncle and aunt Ray and Jean Lorenz of Hamilton, Montana; compassionate friend Scott Kelly; and his buddy "Whiskers" the cat. He was preceded in death by his parents, grandparents, and brother James Lorenz. Cremation has taken place at Fox Crematory, Rock Springs. In honoring his wishes, no services will be held. --- Fox Funeral Home, Mar 24, 2009 William “Bill” Shaw William "Bill" Lorenz Shaw, 73, quietly and peacefully slipped away Monday, March 23, 2009 at his home in Rock Springs. He was born March 25, 1935 in Anaconda, Montana the son of William Lorenz and Agnes Fitzpatrick Lorenz. He attended schools in Helena Montana and graduated from Helena High School. He married Bernice "Bunny" Ereth in February, 1961 in Los Angeles, California. Bill served in the US Army during the Korean War. He had been employed by Bechtel, Combustion Engineer, Western Power and Industrial Services. He owned and operated his own business, Custom Welding in Rock Springs. He was a certified welding inspector. He was a member of the Veteran of Foreign Wars, the American Legion Archie Hay Post 24, and the Eagles Fraternal Order No. 151. His interests included camping, fishing, gambling, and having a beer with his friends. Survivors include his wife Bunny Shaw of Rock Springs; one son William "Bill" Shaw and wife Cindy of West Valley City, Utah; one daughter Nancy Shaw and fiance' Scott Kelly of Rock Springs; sisters, Ralone, Betty, and Nancy all of Tigard, Oregon; stepmother, Pearl Lorenz of Tigard, Oregon; grandchildren, Samantha Canistrini, Alex Shaw and Kaden Kelly; uncle and aunt Ray and Jean Lorenz of Hamilton, Montana; compassionate friend Scott Kelly; and his buddy "Whiskers" the cat. He was preceded in death by his parents, grandparents, and brother James Lorenz. Cremation has taken place at Fox Crematory, Rock Springs. In honoring his wishes, no services will be held. --- Green River Star, Mar 25, 2009 Olive Ann Freeman Olive Ann Freeman, 90, died peacefully March 19, 2009, at Castle Rock Convalescent Center in Green River. Freeman was a resident of CRCC for the past 3 1?2 years, and was a longtime resident of Rock Springs. She was born on Sept. 15, 1918 in Ogden, Utah, the daughter of John W. and Josephine Wallace. She attended schools in Superior and Rock Springs and graduated at age 16 from Rock Springs High School with the class of 1935. She was a member of the Gros Ventre chapter of the National Honor Society while in high school. She attended Weber State College in Ogden, Utah. Freeman worked in secretarial positions in Salt Lake and Denver, and worked for the U.S. Government in Washington, D.C., during WWII. Following the war, she worked for the U.S. Government in Japan during the occupation of Japan. While in Japan, she met her future husband, Robert V. Freeman, an officer with the U.S. Army. Following his return from combat in Korea, they were married on May 4, 1952 in Rock Springs. They lived in Camp Pickett, Va., and Fort Knox, Ky., until her husband left the army in 1957. They then moved to Rock Springs, where they made their home and raised a family. Her interests included reading, sewing, knitting and cooking. She was an active member of the General Federation of Women’s Clubs, the Elks, Eagles and PEO. She also volunteered for a number of years with the 4H, and helped her husband in several businesses and employment, as well as working part-time for the Bureau of the Census. She will be remembered as well-read, well-spoken and a wonderful wife, mother and cook. Survivors include one sister Patricia Wangsgard of Ogden; son Dennis Freeman and wife Becky of Green River; daughters Roberta Ann Freeman and Janice Grace Freeman, both of Rock Springs; four grandchildren; numerous nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents, husband and brother Col. John W. Wallace U.S.A.F. Cremation has taken place at Fox Crematory in Rock Springs. Memorial services will be conducted at 10 a.m. Friday at the First ongregational Church-UCC, 1275 Adams in Rock Springs. Inurnment will take place in Rock Springs Municipal Cemetery. --- Rock Springs Daily Rocket-Miner, Mar 28, 2009 JUNE ELIZABETH COCKERHAM Funeral services for Julia Elizabeth Cockerham were conducted on Friday, March 20, 2009, at the Vase Funeral Chapel, Rock Springs. Pastor Michael Maynard conducted the services. Interment followed at the Rock Springs Municipal Cemetery. Mrs. Cockerham, 84, of 1808 Fillmore Ave., Rock Springs, died Saturday, March 14, 2009, at her home. A longtime resident of Rock Springs and former resident of Olla, La., she died following a brief illness. She was born May 28, 1924, in Monroe, La., the daughter of Davis and Elizabeth Prestridge Brooks. She attended schools in Olla and graduated from Olla Standard High School with the class of 1941. She married Benny McCall on Nov. 22, 1941, in Jena, La. He preceded her in death on Feb. 23, 1945, during World War II in Germany. She later married R.H. Cockerham on Aug. 25, 1949, in Olla. He preceded her in death on June 6, 1989. Her interests included watching stock car races with her grandson and great-grandsons and spending time with her family. Survivors include one daughter, Pat Wright of Rock Springs; three grandchildren, Kim Agostini and husband John of Rock Springs, Karla Farnsworth and husband Kip of Pinedale and Kevin Wright and wife Kathy of Rock Springs; four great-grandchildren, Jason and wife Mindy, Justin and wife Malena, Shalane and Sean; and two great-great grandchildren, Chandler and Kaden Wright. She was preceded in death by her parents; two husbands, and one son-in-law, C.C. Wright Jr. --- Rock Springs Daily Rocket-Miner, Mar 28, 2009 NUMA NADINE GRUBB Memorial graveside services and inurnment for Numa Nadine Grubb were conducted on Saturday, March 21, 2009, at the Riverview Cemetery in Green River. At her request, cremation has taken place. Mrs. Grubb, 84, of 120 Keith Drive, Green River, died Monday, Feb. 2, 2009, at the Castle Rock Convalescent Center. A longtime resident of Green River and former longtime resident of Rock Springs, she had in ill health for four months. She was born July 7, 1924, in Green River, the daughter of Daniel H. and Agnes M. Otto Walker, She attended school in Green River and was a 1942 Green River High School graduate. She married Calvin J. Grubb on Feb. 2, 1946, in Omaha, Neb. He preceded her in death on Feb. 20, 1984. Mrs. Grubb was employed at Mountain Bell Telephone for 34 years, retiring in 1981. Her interests included QVC shopping; oil and watercolor painting, especially painting Castle Rock, Mansface and scenery of the Green River area; music and gardening in her backyard. Survivors include one son, Monroe Grubb and wife Mary of Green River; one daughter, Marlene Kauppi and husband Don of Rock Springs, granddaughter, Kristy Kauppi of Rock Springs; four grandsons, Jason Grubb and wife Jackie of Green River, Daniel Grubb and wife Angie of Cheyenne, Andrew Grubb of Green River and Kasey Kauppi of Rock Springs; five great-grandchildren, Abbie, Caeden, Maddie, Alex and Colvin Grubb; and her dog, Bozo. She was preceded in death by her parents and husband. --- Rock Springs Daily Rocket-Miner, Mar 28, 2009 SCOTT BRADLEY LOWSETH SIDNEY, Mont. -- Graveside services and interment for Scott Bradley Lowseth were conducted on Monday, March 23, 2009 at the Riverview Cemetery in Green River. Mr. Lowseth, 48, of 218 Fifth Ave. S.E., Sidney, Mont., died Friday, March 13, 2009, in Sidney. He had been in ill health for a few years. He was born June 4, 1960, in Ogden, Utah, the son of John and Patsy Potter Lowseth. Mr. Lowseth attended Rock Springs High School. He was employed as an operator in the oilfield. His interests included fishing, camping and spending time with his family and friends. He is survived by his mother, Patsy of Green River; three sons, Travis Lowseth of Wahpeton, N.D., Tim Lowseth of West Fargo, N.D., and Ty Lowseth of New Rockford, N.D.; two daughters, Tasha Lowseth of Hankinson, N.D., and Tori Lowseth of West Fargo; one brother, John Lowseth and wife Carla of Green River; one sister, Dawn Lowseth-Dana and husband Dale of Fruita, Colo.; one granddaughter, Kansas Rose; many friends in Sidney; and his constant feline companion, Garfield. He was preceded in death by his father and his maternal and paternal grandparents. --- Rock Springs Daily Rocket-Miner, Mar 28, 2009 MATTHEW J. “PHILLY” PHILPOT A mass of Christian burial for Matthew J. "Philly" Philpot was celebrated on Tuesday, March 24, 2009, at the Immaculate Conception Catholic Church, Green River. A parish rosary was recited Monday, March 23, 2009, at the church. Cremation has taken place. Mr. Philpot, 20, of 675 Ironwood St., Green River, died Wednesday, March 18, 2009, at the University of Utah Medical Center in Salt Lake City. A Green River resident since March 2002 and former resident of Cody, he died from complications following a skate boarding accident. He was born April 2, 1988, in Casper, the son of William and Judith Haselmaier Philpot. He attended elementary and middle school in Cody and moved to Green River. He was a 2006 Green River High School graduate. His interests included skate boarding, hanging out with his friends, watching movies, listening to bluegrass music and spending time with his family, especially his niece. He was a member of the Immaculate Conception Catholic Church. Survivors include his parents, Bill and Judy Philpot of Green River; one brother, Michael Philpot of Laramie; one sister, Elizabeth Stoffel and husband Paul of New Castle, Colo.; one niece, Madelynn Stoffel of New Castle; maternal grandmother, Germaine Haselmaier of Fort Collins, Colo., and numerous aunts, uncles and cousins. He was preceded in death by his maternal grandfather, Carl Haselmaier; paternal grandparents, William and Grace Philpot; and aunt, Joanne Griffith. --- Green River Star, Apr 28, 2009 Edward James Edward James, 86, of 1009 Pilot Butte, Rock Springs, Wyoming passed away on Thursday, April 23, 2009 at the Memorial Hospital of Sweetwater County. A lifelong resident of Rock Springs, Wyoming Mr. James passed away following a lengthy illness. He was born on January 1, 1923 in Rock Springs, Wyoming, the son of the late Henry and Annie Wilson James. Mr. James attended schools in Rock Springs, Wyoming. Mr. James worked for Zanetti Bus Lines as a mechanic for many years. His interests included hunting, fishing, and teasing friends and family. Survivors include three nephews, Joe Robertson and wife Shirley, Richard Robertson and wife Joann and Vernon Robertson and wife Peggy, all of Rock Springs, Wyoming; two great-nephews Bob Robertson and wife Raedynne and Jack Robertson, both of Salt Lake City, Utah; four great-nieces, Michele Dorn and husband Ernie of Elko, Nevada, Tammy Young and husband Kevin of Rock Springs, Wyoming, Kristina Mullen of Rock Springs, Wyoming and Misty McPherson and husband Kenny of Forsythe, Montana and several great-great nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents, two sisters Alice Robertson and Gladys James and one great-nephew Brian Scott Robertson. Funeral services will be conducted at 2:00 P.M., Tuesday, April 28, 2009 at the Vase Funeral Chapel, 154 Elk Street, Rock Springs, Wyoming. Interment will be in the Rock Springs Municipal Cemetery, Rock Springs, Wyoming. Friends may call on Monday at the Vase Chapel from 4:00 P.M. until 8:00 P.M. and again on Tuesday until time of services. The family will be receiving guests at the home of Shirley Robertson 1804 Elk Space 161, Rock Springs, Wyoming --- Green River Star, May 28, 2009 John Perez John Perez, 41, of Rock Springs passed away May 25, at his home. He was born on Sept. 15, 1967, in Blue Island, Ill., the son of Serjo Perez and Denise Sturgeon. He attended schools in Rock Springs and was a graduate of Rock Springs High School. He served in the United States Air Force and worked as a truck driver for many years. His interests included spending time with his sons, fishing, hunting, playing video games and watching movies with the children and taking rides in the hills around Sweetwater County. Survivors include his parents, Serjo Perez and wife Helen of Rock Springs, and mother Denise Sturgeon of Illinois; two sons, Damon Perez and Johnny Perez, both of Montana; four sisters, Dee Dee Houdek and husband John of Illinois, Dana Brown and husband Clayton of Superior, Christy Moffat and husband Billy of Las Vegas, and Frankie Wagner and husband Rob of Rock Springs; maternal grandmother Yolanda Sturgeon of Illinois; several aunts, uncles and cousins; one niece and five nephews. He was preceded in death by his paternal grandparents and maternal grandfather. Following cremation at the Vase White Mountain Crematory, a memorial service will be conducted June 1 at 2 p.m. at the Vase Funeral Chapel in Rock Springs Military graveside services and inurnment will be in the veterans section of the Rock Springs Municipal Cemetery. Friends may call at the chapel on Monday one hour prior to services. --- Denver Post, May 29, 2009 Motorcyclist killed in Colo. was soldier from Wyo. COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo.—The motorcycle rider killed when he crashed into a semi-truck on Interstate 25 in Colorado Springs was a 27-year-old Green Beret based at Fort Carson. Fort Carson identified the soldier Friday as Sgt. 1st Class Justin Alfred Petersen of Rock Springs, Wyo. He was assigned to the 10th Special Forces Group and had been deployed to Iraq twice, in 2003-04 and 2007-08. The crash occurred Thursday morning. Police Sgt. Rob Kelley says Petersen and another motorcyclist drove across a dirt median separating an onramp from I-25 as they tried to get ahead of a large truck. Kelley says Petersen's motorcycle hit the truck's front passenger side and he lost control. --- Kemmerer Gazette, Mar 31, 2009 Dr. Richard D. Schultz Dr. Richard D. Schultz, 60, of Grand Canyon, Ariz., died Monday, March 16 at Grand Canyon. He was born to Virgil and Bernice Schultz of Opal and graduated from Kemmerer High School in 1966. After four years at the University of Wyoming and earning his doctorate in dentistry in Seattle, Wash., he began dental practice in Rock Springs. Survivors include his parents, Virgil and Bernice Schultz of Rapid City, S.D., and a daughter, Laurent Schultz of San Antonio, Texas. Burial at Mountain View Cemetery in Rock Springs will follow cremation, as per his wishes. Novel Owens Funeral Home of Flagstaff, Ariz., is in charge of arrangements. --- Green River Star, Apr 1, 2009 Elda Mary Shifrar Elda Mary Shifrar, 79, died March 23, 2009. She was born Sept. 27, 1929, to the late Bepina Rauzi and Louie Bertagnolli in Superior. She graduated for Superior High School and married Louie Shifrar in 1954. She worked at the welfare office and spent her Saturdays bringing soup to those clients that she worried about. She worked at Cream O’ Weber and finally in accounts receivable at Western Wyoming Community College, where she helped many students learn how to budget. She had a huge heart and a sympathetic ear and taught the art of compassion. She loved to travel and was a wonderful cook. She enjoyed bridge, crochet, embroidery, reading and prayer. She was an enthusiastic member of the Trentini Club of Wyoming, St. Bridget’s Bridge Club, a sewing circle and former homemakers group. She was a devout Catholic and member of the St. Cyril and Methodius Church and Holy Spirit Parish. She is survived by her husband, Louie; children, Ken and Jackie Shifrar of Salt Lake City, Mary Jo and Mark Taylor of Sheridan, Joe Shifrar and fiancé Mia Mikesell of Sheridan, and Emily and Scott Allison of Salt Lake City; one brother Ernie Bertagnolli of Ogden, Utah; one sister Gloria Doughty; 11 grandchildren, one great- grandchild, several nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents, infant brother and sister, brother-in-law Frank Shifrar and many cousins and friends. A Mass of Christian Burial was celebrated at St. Cyril and Methodius Catholic Church Saturday. Internment followed at the Rock Springs Cemetery in the St. Joseph’s section. Donations in her memory may be made to the Holy Spirit Parish Building fund. --- Green River Star, Apr 1, 2009 Billie E. Welch Billie E. Welch, 78, of Riverton passed away March 29, 2009, in Riverton. A resident of Riverton for the past 3 years and former resident of Green River and Pinedale, Welch passed away following a brief illness. He was born June 20, 1930, in Tuskahoma, Okla., the son of the late Herman and Mabel Payne Welch. Welch married Betty Bryant in Manila, Utah, on March 17, 1949, and she preceded him in death in Salt Lake City on Oct. 19, 2003. Welch worked for General Chemical for 16 years until his retirement in 1982. His interests included hunting, camping, farming, ranching, horseback riding and spending time with his family. Survivors include Bonnie Bingham, his companion since 2005; one son David Welch and his wife JoAnn of Green River; three daughters Lyndia Stewart and husband Dean of Rock Springs, Sheila Kellogg and husband Gary of Riverton, and Mary Gilliam and husband Victor of Pinedale; one brother Charles Welch of McAlester, Okla.; 15 grandchildren; 24 great-grandchildren and four great-great-grandchildren; several cousins, nephews and nieces. He was preceded in death by his parents, wife and three sisters Hazel McHenry, Betty Smith and Janie Smith. Funeral services will be conducted at 11 a.m. Friday at Vase Funeral Chapel, 154 Elk Street in Rock Springs. Father Jing Baldo of the Holy Spirit Catholic Community will conduct the services. Friends may call at the Vase Funeral Chapel on Thursday from 4-8 p.m. and again Friday till time of services. Interment will be at the Paul J. Wataha Memorial Park Section of Rock Springs Municipal Cemetery. Pallbearers are Brian Hawks, Billy Stewart, Noel Welch, Chris Welch, Bobby Welch, Aaron Welch and John Welch. --- Rock Springs Daily Rocket-Miner, Apr 11, 2009 GARY SOMMERS ESCONDIDO, Calif.--Memorial military graveside services and inurnment for Gary Sommers were conducted on Thursday, April 2, 2009, at the Rest Haven Memorial Gardens. Cremation has taken place. Mr. Sommers, 63, of Escondido, Calif., died Dec. 5, 2001. He was born April 3, 1946, the son of Ben and June Schultz. He attended Rock Springs High School and was a 1964 graduate. He married the former Sherry Faler. Mr. Sommers was a U.S. Navy veteran. Survivors include his wife, Sherry Sommers of Escondido; one son, Brian Sommers of Escondido; sisters, Sharon Plemel of Rock Springs and Margie and Lawrence Martinez of Reliance; and several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents; and one son, Brett Sommers. --- Green River Star, Apr 15, 2009 Dorothy Jean DeBernardi Dorothy Jean DeBernardi, 82, of Rock Springs passed away April 13, 2009, at Memorial Hospital of Sweetwater County. A longtime resident of Rock Springs and former resident of Hudson, DeBernardi had been in ill health for the past one year. She was born July 4, 1926, in Rock Springs, the daughter of Marko and Mildred Brcko. DeBernardi attended school in Hudson and Rock Springs. She married Alfred DeBernardi on Jan. 26, 1952, and he preceded her in death June 14, 2006. Her interests included gardening, reading and spending time at her summer home in Pinedale. She is survived by one daughter Debbie DeBernardi of Rock Springs; two sisters Agnes Bailey of Phoenix, Ariz., and Eva Davis of Casper; several nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband; three brothers Jake Brcko, Victor Brcko and Bill Brcko; three sisters Eleanor Brcko, Sylvia Shields and Mildred Taucher. Graveside services and interment will be conducted at 10 a.m. Friday at Paul J. Wataha Memorial Park Cemetery in Rock Springs. Friends may call on Thursday from 4-7 p.m. at the Vase Chapel, 154 Elk Street in Rock Springs and at the Vase Chapel on Friday morning until time of graveside services. --- Green River Star, Apr 15, 2009 John S. Wiggen John S. Wiggen, 87, of Rock Springs passed away April 9, 2009. A longtime resident of Rock Springs and former resident of Pekin, Ill., Wiggen passed away following a sudden illness. He was born Sept. 15, 1921, in Pekin, Ill., the son of the late William and Estella Bozarth Wiggen. Wiggen attended schools in Rock Springs and graduated from Rock Springs High School with the class of 1939. He was a United States Army veteran of World War II, serving with the Army Infantry in the South Pacific Theater. He married Mary Maxine Robertson in Rock Springs on June 24, 1942. His interests included watching sports and reading. Survivors are his wife, Mary Wiggen, of Rock Springs; one son Donald R. Wiggen, also of Rock Springs; one daughter Sharon L. Gerber of Newport, Wash.; four grandchildren Tom, Jerry, Traci and Melissa; and several great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents and one son Robert Wiggen. Cremation has taken place and services will be conducted at a later date. --- Casper Star-Tribune, Apr 17, 2009 Caden Anthony Wright Mesrobian Caden Anthony Wright Mesrobian, age 18 months, died at Wyoming Medical Center in Casper April 14, 2009. He was born October 2, 2007 to Ryan Gish and Kaleigh Mesrobian in Casper. Caden was a very happy and loving baby and enjoyed music and dancing and was very adventurous. He was a well behaved baby. His favorite things were his blanket, toy piano, rabbit in the box and phones. He enjoyed being outside, playing hide and seek and made all his family feel loved and special. Caden always participated in what everyone else was doing. He will be missed and loved by all who knew him. His mommy and daddy will never forget him. Caden is survived by his mother, Kaleigh Mesrobian and father, Ryan Gish of Casper; maternal grandparents, John and Bonnie Mesrobian of Casper; paternal grandparents, Brian and Jaci Gish of Casper; great-grandmother, Doris Gish of Casper; great-grandmother, Elaine Roller of Grand Junction, Colo.; great-grandmother, Rachael Farrias of Casper; uncles, Dustin Mesrobian, Mark Mesrobian, Andrew Lamorie, and Aaron Gish all of Casper, Al Mesrobian of Bath, Maine, Frank Jelouchan of Grand Junction, Colo., Tom Wright and Gary Ennis both of La Pine, Ore.; aunts, Crystal Connolly and Debbie Adamson of Casper, Billee Jelouchan of Grand Junction, Colo., Linda Ennis of La Pine, Ore. and Mary Mesrobian of Bath, Maine; and several cousins. He was preceded in death by his grandmother, Teresa Gish and aunt, Andrea Lamorie. Visitation will be Monday April 20 from 5 to 7 p.m. with a Rosary at 7 p.m. in Newcomer Funeral Home. A mass will be held Tuesday, April 21 at 1 p.m. in Our Lady of Fatima Catholic Church. Private cremation will follow. Memorial contributions may be made to the March of Dimes. Caden will be loved and missed by everyone that knew and loved him. May you spread your wings in heaven. --- Rock Springs Daily Rocket-Miner, Apr 18, 2009 MARY JANE YOHEY RUBLE MANILA, Utah - Funeral services for Mary Jane Yohey Ruble were conducted Thursday, April 9, 2009, at the Manila LDS Ward Chapel, Manila. Interment followed in the Manila Cemetery. Mrs. Ruble, 83, of Manila, Utah, died Sunday, April 5, 2009. She died following a lengthy illness. She was born July 21, 1925, in Ashby, Neb., the daughter of George S. and Lillie Davis Yohey. She attended schools in Ashby and graduated from Natrona County High School in Casper. She married Ivan Eugene "Gene" Ruble on April 23, 1944, in Ogden, Utah. He preceded her in death on Feb. 28, 2006. As a military couple, they lived in California, Utah, Newfoundland, Texas and Delaware. They moved to Manila in 1963, where they ranched until recently. Mrs. Ruble was active in the agricultural booth at the Sweetwater County Fair, Manila/Linwood, Ladies Homemaker's Club, Daughters of the American Revolution, cemetery board, Forest Service Ladies Auxiliary (Pine Tree) and the Daggett County Lions' Club. Her interests included spending time with her family, playing the piano, singing, listening to music, crafts, scrap booking, ranching, watching old movies, gardening, doing crossword puzzles and other word games, Utah politics, genealogy and caring for her grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Survivors include her children, Mari Campbell and husband Al and Ray Ruble, all of Manila, and Daniel Ruble and wife Janet of Rock Springs; nine grandchildren, Kelly Campbell and Clint Riley of Santa Fe, N.M., Jesse Campbell and wife Rebecca of Layton, Utah, Melissa Walk and husband Kelly, Russell Campbell and wife Jessica and Rae Ann Ruble and husband Paul Sawyer, all of Manila, and William Ruble and Rebecca, Stefanie and Carly Ruble, all of Rock Springs; seven great-grandchildren, Cody, Courtney and Caitlyn Campbell, Wyatt, Ashton and Addison Walk and Tanner Campbell; two sisters-in-law, Edna Yohey of McMinnville, Ore., and Ruth Yohey of Shelton, Wash; and many cousins, nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her husband, Gene; parents; one granddaughter, Katie Sue Ruble; and five brothers, Cleo, Clift, Jerry, Bill and Ray Yohey. --- Green River Star, Apr 21, 2009 Robert Alan Easton Robert Alan Easton, 62, of Rock Springs, died April 18, 2009, following a year long battle with mesothelioma. He was born Feb. 8, 1947, in Rock Springs, Wyoming, the son of Alan and Christine Echer Easton. He married Patricia Ann Kovacich in 1965 in Rock Springs.They have owned and operated the Ponderosa Bar in Green River since 1986. He attended schools in Rock Springs and Kemmerer and graduated from Rock Springs High School with the class of 1965. He served six years in the National Guard. He spent his professional career at OCI Chemical devoted to maintenance where he retired in March of 2002 after 34 years. His interests included his family and friends, hunting, fishing, bowling, riding four-wheelers, snowmobiling and spending time at the Ponderosa and at the cabin in Pinedale. Survivors include his wife Patty Easton; one son, Michael Easton and companion Jeannine Sutton of Rock Springs; daughter Michelle Ginestar and companion Shawn Marshall of Green River; four grandchildren, Garrett and Rylee Easton of Rock Springs, and Myka and Trevor Ginestar of Green River; one sister, Patricia Knudsen and husband Al; mother-in-law Pauline Kovacich of Rock Springs; sisters-in-law Marlene Turcato and husband Larry of Rock Springs; Beverly Leavitt and husband Craig of Meridian, Idaho and Yvonne Nesbit of Phoenix; two uncles, several nieces, nephews, cousins, very special friends and his dog, Summitt. He was preceded in death by his parents, Alan and Christine Easton, and his paternal and maternal grandparents. Funeral services will be conducted at 10 a.m. April 23 at the Saints Cyril and Methodius Catholic Church, in Rock Springs. Interment will be in the Paul J. Wataha Memorial Park Cemetery. Friends may call April 22, at the Vase Funeral Chapel in Rock Springs from 5 until 7 p.m. and Wednesday morning at the Vase Chapel one hour prior to services. The family suggests donations in his memory be made to Hospice of Sweetwater County or Cowboy’s Against Cancer. --- Rock Springs Daily Rocket-Miner, Apr 25, 2009 LENA ROBERTSON Funeral services for Lena Robertson were conducted Tuesday, April 21, 2009, at the Hilltop Baptist Church, Green River. Pastor Ted York conducted the services. Interment was in the Riverview Cemetery in Green River. Mrs. Robertson, 60, of Green River, died Thursday, April 16, 2009. She was a longtime resident of Green River and former resident of California. She died at her home. She was born April 1, 1949, in Tchachapi, Calif., the daughter of Orval and Hattie Harris. She attended school in Tehachapi and graduated from Tehachapi High School with the class of 1967. She married Donald M. Robertson on June 16, 1967. They moved to Green River in 1982. She was employed by Sweetwater County School District No. 2 as a bus driver for 22 years. Her interests included spending time with her family and friends, playing bingo, playing cards, reading, camping, hunting, bowling, shopping and horseback riding. Survivors include her husband of 41 years, Don Robertson of Green River; two sons, Donald M. Robertson Jr. and wife Kim of Casper and Darren Robertson and fiancée Gail Blasi of Green River; mother, Hattie Snider of Green River; one sister, Elain Melton and husband Ronnie of Tehachapi; two brothers, Alan Harris and wife Linda of Yoncalla, Ore., and Lee Harris and wife Theresa of Lebec, Calif.; brother-in-law, Jim Robertson and wife Debbie of Green River; six grandchildren, Donald M. "Monroe" Robertson III, Tanner Mondragon, Darren Bryant Lee Robertson, Emily Elaine Janelle Robertson, Ashley Buller and Tyler Buller; several nieces and nephews, including Kellie Escalona and Melanie Hutchison of Green River; and special friends, Judi Grayson, Suzi Simmons, Charmi Martinez, Linda Cantlin, Sheila Curson, Angie Tucker and Katy Williams. She was preceded in death by her father, Orval Harris. --- Deseret News, Apr 28, 2009 Arthur Chris Eccel Arthur Chris Eccel passed away on Saturday, April 25, 2009 in Bountiful, UT. Art was born in a rough and tumble Wyoming mining camp. His father, Christ, was killed in a mining rescue attempt when Art was six. When his mother died, he became sole provider for himself and his brother and sister, at age 16. He retired as a supervisor at Hill Field's tool making unit. In many ways, he regarded his marriage in 1939 to Josephine (Jo) Wilson to be the beginning of his life. He loved the wild high plains of Wyoming, the canyonlands of Utah, and their Idaho summer home. But above all, he loved his family. He is survived by Arthur Chris Eccel, Jodi Bullock, Rebecca Anne Jones, Robert Allen Eccel, and Deborah Sue Leighton. Funeral services will be held at 10 a.m. on Thursday, April 30, 2009 at Lindquist's Bountiful Mortuary, 727 North 400 East, where friends and family may call from 8:45-9:45 a.m. prior to the services. Interment: Green River, WY. --- Green River Star, Apr 29, 2009 Lena K. Nelson Lena K. Nelson, 87, of Rock Springs passed away April 25, 2009, at Memorial Hospital of Sweetwater County. She had been a patient at Castle Rock Convalescent Center in Green River since June of 2007. Nelson was a lifelong resident of Rock Springs and died following a lengthy illness. She was born July 14, 1921, in Rock Springs, the daughter of the late Attilio and Mary Rigoni Dellai. Nelson attended and graduated from Rock Springs High School. She married Allen J. Hatt in 1947, and he preceded her in death in 1970. She later married John T. Nelson on Dec. 10, 1994, in Rock Springs. Nelson was employed by Rocky Mountain Energy as office coordinator in 1969 and retired in 1987. She had also been employed by Union Pacific Coal Company for 19 and 1/2 years. Her interests included dancing and bowling. She won the City Championship in bowling in 1965. She also enjoyed hunting mushrooms with her family, playing bridge and being a homemaker. Nelson was a member of Holy Spirit Catholic Community, St. Michael’s Group, American Fraternal Union and Council of Catholic Women and St. Monica’s Sodality. Survivors include her husband John T. Nelson of Rock Springs; nieces Debby Boese and Linda Ribovich, both of Rock Springs, Mary J. Sorgatz of Mesa, Ariz., Cheryl Dellai of Glendale, Ariz., Patty Stone of Patterson, Calif., Pamela Rogers of Huschton, Ga., Brenda Kraft of Modesto, Calif., and Roseline Johnson of Keansburg, N.J.; and one nephew Paul Dellai of Phoenix. She was preceded in death by her parents Attilio and Mary Dellai; first husband Allen J. Hatt; three brothers Reno Dellai, Gene Dellai and Henry Dellai; and one sister Gazella Dellai, who died in infancy. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 11 a.m. Friday at Our Lady of Sorrows Catholic Church, 116 Broadway in Rock Springs. A parish rosary will be recited at 7 p.m. Thursday at Vase Funeral Chapel, 154 Elk Street in Rock Springs. Interment will be in Rock Springs Municipal Cemetery. Friends may call at the Vase chapel on Thursday from 4-7 p.m. and on Friday at the Vase chapel until time of funeral services. The family of Lena K. Nelson respectfully suggests that donations in her memory be made to St. Joseph’s Children’s Home, P.O. Box 1117, Torrington, WY 82240-1117 or Rock Springs Humane Society, 310 Yellowstone Road, Rock Springs, WY 82901. --- Green River Star, Apr 29, 2009 William Cyril Shuster William Cyril Shuster, 89, of Rock Springs died April 27, 2009, at Sage View Care Center. A lifelong resident of Rock Springs, he was born July 12, 1919, in Rock Springs, the son of the late Joseph and Rosalia Zupan Shuster. He attended schools in Rock Springs and was a graduate of Rock Springs High School with the class of 1937. He married the former Ellen Canestrini in Rock Springs on Aug. 11, 1947. Shuster and six of his friends enlisted in the U.S. Army in 1941. Following basic training, he was assigned to the 41st Infantry Division, Fort Lewis, Wash., where he served with the 116th Quartermaster Battalion. Following the outbreak of World War II, he deployed with his unit to Australia and then into combat operations in New Guinea. It was there where he was wounded and subsequently evacuated to the United States for recovery. He was awarded the Purple Heart and released from active duty and returned to Rock Springs. Shuster worked for Union Pacific Coal Company in Reliance until the mine’s closing. He then worked at the FMC trona mine for 27 years until his retirement in 1984. Shuster was an active member of Our Lady of Sorrows Catholic Church and longtime member of the Knights of Columbus. He was also active with the 41st Infantry Division alumni, Young At Heart Senior Citizens Center and an informal coffee club with his retired friends. His interests included railroads, polka music, reading and working puzzles. Survivors include his wife, Ellen; sons, William and wife Jacklyn, and David and wife Bernice of Rock Springs, and Stephen and wife Patricia of Seaford, Va; eight grandchildren; two nephews and six nieces. Shuster was preceded in death by his parents, Joseph and Rosalia; brothers, Joe, Frank, John and Jim; and sisters, Francis, Julie and Louise. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 2 p.m. Friday at Our Lady of Sorrows Catholic Church, 116 Broadway in Rock Springs. A scriptural rosary will be recited at 5 p.m. Thursday at Vase Funeral Chapel, 154 Elk Street in Rock Springs. Military graveside services and interment will be conducted by American Legion Archie Hay Post #24 at the St. Joseph’s Section of Rock Springs Municipal Cemetery. Friends may call from noon until 5 p.m. Thursday at the Vase chapel and on Friday at the chapel until time of services. The family of William Cyril Shuster respectfully suggests that donations in his memory be made to Young at Heart Senior Center, 538 Pilot Butte, Rock Springs, WY 82901, St. Joseph’s Childrens Home, P.O. Box 1117, Torrington, WY 82240-1117 or the charity of the donor’s choice. --- Rock Springs Daily Rocket-Miner, May 2, 2009 JAMES FRANK COPLIN SUPERIOR - Funeral services for James Frank Coplin were conducted on Thursday, April 23, 2009, at the Emmanuel Baptist Church in Rock Springs. Military graveside services and interment were conducted at the Rest Haven Memorial Gardens. Mr. Coplin, 66, of 156 A St., Superior, died Sunday, April 19, 2009, at his home surrounded by his family. A longtime resident of Superior and former resident of Yerington, Nev., he died following a three year illness. He was born Oct. 1, 1942, in Grand Island, Neb., the son of Ernest W. and Ruth E. Coplin. He attended school in Yerington and was a 1961 graduate of Yerington High School. He married the former Jacquelyn Privitt on April 29, 1972, in Carlin, Nev. Mr. Coplin was a U.S. Air Force veteran. He retired from Pacific Power and Light in 1997 after working for there for 25 years. Mr. Coplin was the pastor of the Superior Southern Baptist Church for many years in addition to being a former councilman and fire chief. His interests included hunting, fishing, camping, outdoor activities, spending time with his family and friends and sharing God's love. Survivors include his wife, Jacquelyn Coplin of Superior; three sons, Dr. John Coplin and wife Jennifer of Idaho Falls, Idaho, Edward Coplin and wife Amanda of Superior and Jamie Coplin of Yerington; one daughter, Luci Yeager of Green River; his dog, Hank; eight grandchildren, Katie, Blake and Riley Yeager and Elijah, Joseph and Maddie Coplin and Brandon and Donoven Coplin; uncle, Hubert Tarlton; cousins, Donnie and Verba Albot, Gary Tarlton, Tom Tarlton, Marcia Link and Jan Burrors; sisters-in-law, Linda Ollis, Cindy Holden and husband Pat and June Privitt; and brother-in-law, Ben Privitt and wife Susie. He was preceded in death by his parents, grandparents; and his father-in-law and mother-in-law, Jack and Beverlee Privitt. --- Rock Springs Daily Rocket-Miner, May 2, 2009 DONALD R. MASON RIVERTON --- Memorial services for Donald R. Mason were conducted on Wednesday, April 22, 2009, at the Vase Funeral Home in Rock Springs. Cremation has taken place. Mr. Mason, 60, died Saturday, April 18, 2009, at the Help for Health Hospice Home. He was born on Dec. 10, 1948, to Corwin Boyd Mason and Julia Lavon (Green) Mason. He attended Wilson Grade School from 1955-61, Jackson Junior High from 1961-63 and Jackson-Wilson High School from 1963-67. In 1967, he entered the U.S. Marine Corps and served in the Vietnam War. He was honorably discharged in 1971. Mr. Mason was employed by the Teton County Sheriff's Department from 1971-73. He worked in Good Year Tire in Los Angeles from 1973-74. From 1974 to 1984, he was a warehouse manager for Dresser Magcobar, an oilfield product supplier. From 1984 to 1986, he was employed by Tatt Companies, Inc, as security supervisor for Jim Bridger Power Plant. From 1986 to the present, he had been a sheriff's deputy for Sweetwater County. He was a member of the Wyoming Peace Officers' Association. His interests included fishing, camping, hunting, boating, reloading, being an avid reader and building fishing poles, Mr. Mason is survived by daughters, Jennifer Mason of Riverton and Kristin Kellerman and husband Justin of Grand Island, Neb.; brothers, Clyde Mason of Arizona, Gene Mason and Robert Mason of Pinedale and Thomas Mason and wife Marie of Wilson; and sister, Susan Mason of San Juan Capistrano, Calif. He was preceded in death by his wife, Judith Mason; father, Boyd Mason; mother, Julia Mason; grandfather, George Green; grandmother, Irene Green; and sister-in-law, Edith Mason. --- Rock Springs Daily Rocket-Miner, May 2, 2009 FELIX RANDALL JR. A mass of Christian burial for Felix Randall Jr. was celebrated on Friday, April 24, 2009, at the SS. Cyril and Methodius Catholic Church, Rock Springs. Father Carl Beavers officiated. A parish rosary was recited Thursday, April 23, 2009, at the Vase Funeral Chapel, Rock Springs. Interment was in the Rock Springs Municipal Cemetery. Mr. Randall, 77, of 1300 New Hampshire, Rock Springs, died Friday, April 17, 2009, at his home. He was a longtime resident of Rock Springs and former resident of Cortez, Colo. He was born April 23, 1931, in Standard, Ariz., the son of Felix and Manuelita Martinez Randall Sr. He attended school in Colorado. He married Bonnie Shay in Cortez. She preceded him in death on April 19, 1994, in Rock Springs. Mr. Randall was self employed and worked as a drilling consultant in the oil field business for 40 years. He was a member of the V.E.N.A. Pool League. His interests included fishing, being an avid pool player known as "The Cat" and spending time with his family and friends. Survivors include one son, Charles "Chuck" Randall of Rock Springs; three daughters, Brenda Randall of Rock Springs, Ellena Martinez and husband Max of Green River and Beatrice Salazar of Surprise, Ariz.; three brothers, David J. Randall of Bremerton, Wash., Frank Randall of Ogden, Utah, and Alfonso Randall of Casper; one sister Rosie McKinney of Casper; 14 grandchildren, Donnie Randall, Preston Randall, Travis Randall, Bronson Randall, Carlos Salazar, Mario Salazar, Camille Fraga, Michelle Perry, Denise Garcia, Shane Gaboldon, Kozette McDonald, Salvador Martinez Joel Randall and Carly Rudelich; and 20 great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents; one son, Joseph "Joe" Randall; one daughter, Theresa Sargent; two brothers, Ernesto E. Martinez and Pat Randall; and four sisters, Lydia Speer, Olivia Chavez, Angie Trujillio and Judy Barrela. --- Rock Springs Daily Rocket-Miner, May 2, 2009 ELEANOR CAROLINE SCHOFIELD A mass of Christian burial for Eleanor Caroline Schofield was celebrated on Thursday, April 23, 2009, at the Immaculate Conception Catholic Church, Green River. The Rev. Carl Beavers officiated. Mrs. Schofield, 93, of Green River, died Friday, April 17, 2009, at the Life Care Center in Idaho Falls, Idaho. She was born Sept. 16, 1915, in Green River, the daughter of Emil A. and Eleanor Rose Eggs Gaensslen. She attended schools in Green River and graduated from Green River High School with the class of 1933. She attended St. Mary's of the Lake in South Bend, Ind., where she received a bachelor of science degree in 1937. Following college, she worked as a therapeutic dietician in Chicago and Denver and for the U.S. Army during World War II. She married Frank R. Schofield on March 29, 1942, in Fort Bragg, N.C. He preceded her in death on April 21, 1961. She operated her mother's dress shop, The Gaensslen Shoppe, in Green River 1953-61. She was employed as a teacher at Washington and Jefferson Elementary in Green River until her retirement in January 1985. After retiring, she served with the Peace Corp in Belize in 1990 and also was a house mother at the University of Wyoming for the KKG and Chi Omega Sorority and at the University of Utah Tri Delta Sorority. She was a member of the Immaculate Conception Catholic Church in Green River. She was a volunteer for St. John's Thrift Shop and member of the Wednesday Morning Group. Her interests include traveling, walking and spending time with her family. Survivors include her daughter, E. Victoria Schofield of Green River; four sons, Jonathan G. Schofield and wife Wyvonna of Goodyear, Ariz., E. Richard Schofield of Richmond, Va., E. David Schofield and wife Hagan Dudley of Jackson and Christopher Q. Schofield of Green River; one sister-in-law, Fern B. Gaensslen of Green River; four grandchildren, Troy C. Schofield of Richmond and Eleanor C., Helen V. and C. A. Thomas Schalow, all of Green River; two nieces; and two nephews. She was preceded in death by her husband, Frank; parents; two brothers, and one sister-in-law. --- Rock Springs Daily Rocket-Miner, May 9, 2009 HARRY “BUZZ” STEWART HURRICANE, Utah--Gravesite funeral services for Harry “Buzz" Stewart were conducted Monday, May 4, 2009, at the Rock Springs City Cemetery in Rock Springs. Mr. Stewart, 80, died Monday, April 27, 2009, in Hurricane, Utah. He was born April 29, 1928, in Rock Springs to Harry Stewart and Mary Brawley. He married Fern Tait of Rock Springs on Jan. 12, 1946, in Manila, Utah. They later divorced. He married Marcia Jones of Casper on Dec. 15, 1970. She died on Easter 1987. Mr. Stewart drove tanker trucks for several Wyoming companies from the age of 17 in 1945 until 1992. His interests included being around people, jokes and telling trucking stories. He is survived by one daughter, Shelia and husband Harold Sutton of Kanab, Utah; grandson, Richard and wife Mindy Sutton of West Jordan, Utah; several great-grandchildren; one great-great granddaughter of Layton, Utah; one sister, Colleen Rauzi of Rock Springs; and five stepchildren, Bob Wallen of Kanab, Utah, Ted Wallen of Rock Springs, Sandi Bauer and Kenny Jones, both of Casper, and Darlene of Oklahoma. He was preceded in death by his parents, three sisters, one brother and two wives. --- Green River Star, May 13, 2009 Ben T. Erzen Ben T. Erzen, 87, of Rock Springs passed away May 10, 2009, at Sage View Care Center in Rock Springs. A lifelong resident of Rock Springs, Erzen passed away following a brief illness. He was born Oct. 25, 1921, in Rock Springs, the son of the late Blaz and Louise Sever Erzen. Erzen attended schools in Rock Springs and graduated from Rock Springs High School with the class of 1940. He also graduated from the University of Wyoming in 1948 with a Bachelor of Science degree in civil engineering. He worked for the United States Geological Survey as an engineer for 25 years until his retirement in 1971. Erzen served in the United States Army during World War II from 1942 to 1944. He was a member of the American Legion Archie Hay Post 24 in Rock Springs and a member of the Holy Spirit Catholic Community. Survivors include one brother Ludwig Erzen of Palos Verdes, Calif., and several cousins, nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents and one sister Louise Allias. A Mass of Christian Burial was celebrated today at Saints Cyril and Methodius Catholic Church in Rock Springs. Military graveside services were conducted by American Legion Archie Hay Post No. 24 at St. Joseph’s Section of the Rock Springs Municipal Cemetery. --- Green River Star, May 13, 2009 Rodney LeVoyd Robertson Rodney LeVoyd Robertson, 51, of Rock Springs passed away May 10, 2009, at his home. He was a life long resident of Rock Springs. Robertson was born June 24, 1958, in Rock Springs, the son of LeVoyd and Bette Havener Robertson. He attended school in Rock Springs and was a 1976 graduate of Rock Springs High School. He also attended the University of Wyoming. He was the owner and operator of R & R Construction. His interests included spending time with his family and friends. He was an avid outdoors man who enjoyed hunting, fishing and his horses. He never met a stranger and was a friend to everyone. Survivors include his mother Bette Robertson of Rock Springs; one son Dakota Robertson; two sisters Sharrie Paoli and husband Doug, and Sheila Dixon and husband Ralph, all of Rock Springs; three nephews; one niece; several aunts, uncles and cousins. Following cremation at Vase White Mountain Crematory, memorial services were conducted today at Grace Baptist Church in Rock Springs. Pastor Ron Van Hee conducted the services. Graveside services and inurnment was at Paul J. Wataha Memorial Park Cemetery. --- Rock Springs Daily Rocket-Miner, May 16, 2009 TONY DOLENC LA JUNTA, Colo.--Tony Dolenc, 97, of La Junta, Colo., died Wednesday, May 6, 2009, at the Arkansas Valley Regional Medical Center. He was born April 22, 1912, in Winter Quarter, Utah, to Anton and Louisa (Perko) Dolenc. He married Mary Garcia. She preceded him in death. He lived in Wyoming for most of his life. Starting at the age of 13, he worked as a coal miner. Mr. Dolenc later worked for Sweetwater County. His interests included being a hunter and fisherman. He is survived by his daughters, Priscilla and husband Dave Kropuenske and Norma and husband Greg Haugen; son-in-law, Gregg Skala; grandchildren, Greg Haugen Jr. and wife Tina and Veronica Skala; brothers, Willie Dolenc, Louie Zutman and Danny Dolenc; and great-grandchildren, Kevin and Allyson Haugen. He was preceded in death by his parents, Anton and Louisa Dolenc; wife, Mary Dolenc; daughter, Louise; and several brothers and sisters. At Mr. Dolenc's request, cremation has taken place. Private family services will be conducted in Wyoming at a later date. --- Rock Springs Daily Rocket-Miner, May 16, 2009 FERN GAENSSLEN A memorial mass for Fern Gaensslen was celebrated Friday, May 8, 2009, at the Immaculate Conception Catholic Church in Green River. Mrs. Gaenssien, 96, died Thursday, April 23, 2009, from complications related to old age. She was born June 22, 1912, in Cherry County, Neb., the only child of Ora E. and Hessie Sanders Jones of Torrington. She lived in the Gordon, Neb. and Torrington area. She graduated from Torrington High School in 1930. She married Carl A. Gaensslen on Feb. 4, 1935, in Brighton, Colo. In the 1930s and 1940s, they lived in Wyoming, El Paso, Texas, and Alamosa and Pueblo, Colo. In 1947, the family moved to Boise, Idaho, where they lived for 20 years. In 1967, following her husband's retirement, the family relocated to Green River, where Mrs. Gaensslen lived until her death. In Boise, Mrs. Gaensslen was active in the parent-teacher organizations of her son's schools and in the St. John's Cathedral Catholic Church. In Wyoming, she was a member and past president of the Sweetwater County Historical Society and was past president of the Wyoming State Historical Society. She also belonged to the Golden Hour Senior Citizens and was a longtime member of the Immaculate Conception Catholic Church in Green River. Her interests included gardening, Western history, hunting, fishing, bird watching and participating in the annual bird counts. She is survived by a son, Robert E. Gaensslen and wife Jacqueline of Chicago; granddaughter, Elle Gaensslen; great-grandson, Jared of Las Vegas; and many nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her husband. --- Rock Springs Daily Rocket-Miner, May 16, 2009 HELEN MARIE PERKINS Helen Marie Perkins, 82, of Green River, died Tuesday, May 5, 2009, at the Castle Rock Convalescent Center in Green River after a lengthy illness. She was born July 16, 1926, the daughter of Wyatt B. and Edna Irene Smith Perkins. She married Charles Irvine Jr. on July 4, 1959, in Green River. He preceded her in death. She worked as a hairdresser for many years. Her interests included bingo; animals, especially dogs; and spending time with her friends. She was preceded in death by her parents; husband; and one brother, Wyatt B. Perkins Jr. Cremation has taken place. Private services will be conducted at a later time. Inurnment will take place at the Riverview Cemetery in Green River. --- Rock Springs Daily Rocket-Miner, May 16, 2009 ANN GRIFFIN TAUCHER Funeral services for Ann Griffin Taucher were conducted on Friday, May 8, 2009, at the Vase Funeral Chapel, Rock Springs. Graveside services and interment were conducted at the Eden Valley Cemetery. Mrs. Taucher, 62, of 1325 Sage St., Rock Springs, died Sunday, May 3, 2009, at the Sage View Care Center. She had been a longtime resident of Farson. She was born Dec. 19, 1927, in Medoc, Mo., the daughter of Loren and Evelyn Walls Sailor. She attended school in Medoc and Webb City, Mo., and was a 1945 high school graduate. She became an Emergency Medical Technician and was the first EMT in Farson. Mrs. Taucher was a retired farmer and rancher. Her interests included being an avid gardener, flowers, genealogy, fishing and camping. Her survivors include five sons, Stephen Griffin and wife Renae, Chris Griffin and wife Regina, Matt Griffin and wife Sheri, Danny Griffin and wife Terri and Shannon Griffin and wife Brooke, all of Farson; five daughters, Vicky Griffin, Janie Jones and husband Troy and April Ludwig and husband Mike, all of Rock Springs, Heather Albretch and husband Randy of Fruita, Colo., and Andrea Griffin and companion Thomas Reynolds of Farson; one brother; Loren T. Sailor Jr. and wife Mary Jo of Walla Walla, Wash.; 23 grandchildren, 24 great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by parents; two sons, Gary Griffin and Larry Griffin; three grandchildren, Jason Griffin, Steve Griffin and Mandy Griffin Burton; and one half brother, Byron Sailor and wife Janie. --- Green River Star, May 20, 2009 John F. Deru John F. Deru, 81, of Rock Springs passed away May 14, 2009, at Memorial Hospital of Sweetwater County in Rock Springs. A lifelong resident of Rock Springs, Deru passed away following a brief illness. He was born in Rock Springs on April 22, 1928, the son of the late Joseph and Josephine Morizzo Deru. Deru attended schools in Rock Springs and graduated from Rock Springs High School with the Class of 1950. He married Evelyn Pernich in September of 1952, and she preceded him in death in March of 1997. He later married Lucie Chabre Hafner in Rock Springs on Jan. 5, 2004. Deru served in the United States Navy during World War II and the Korean Conflict. He worked as an operator for Black Butte Coal Company for many years until his retirement in 1992. Deru was a member of the Holy Spirit Catholic Community. His interests included fishing, traveling and working jigsaw puzzles. He also loved watching the Jazz and the Broncos and always had a wonderful sense of humor. Survivors include his wife Lucie Deru of Rock Springs; one daughter Cathy Nott of Sandy, Utah; stepdaughter Holly Cook and husband Trent of New Castle, Colo.; seven grandchildren Stacy Deru and husband Cory, Michael Nott, Dustin, Caitlin, Clay, Tanner and Jarrett Cook and Boko Nannemann. He was preceded in death by his parents, first wife Evelyn Deru and two brothers Al and Leonard Deru. A Mass of Christian Burial was celebrated Tuesday at Our Lady of Sorrows Catholic Church in Rock Springs, Wyoming. Father Carl Beavers officiated. Interment was in the St. Joseph Section of Rock Springs Municipal Cemetery. The family of John F. Deru respectfully suggest that donations be made in his memory to the Loaf and Fishes Soup Kitchen, 633 Bridger Avenue, Rock Springs, WY 82901. --- Casper Star-Tribune, May 20, 2009 Robert D. Romig GREEN RIVER - - A memorial service, with military honors for Robert D. Romig, 87, will be held at 1 p.m., Friday, May 22, 2009, at the Vase Flaming Gorge Chapel, 263 East Flaming Gorge Way Cremation has taken place at the Vase White Mountain Crematory. He died on Friday, May 15, 2009, at Castle Rock Convalescent Center, following a lengthy illness. Mr. Romig was a Flight Officer in the U.S. Army Air Corp, flying Gilders throughout Europe during WWII, receiving numerous commendations and awards for valor and bravery. --- Fox Funeral Home, May 21, 2009 Lavera Margaret Emma Anderson Lavera Margaret Emma Anderson, 85, of Craig, Nebraska, died after a short illness Wednesday May 20, 2009 at the home of her daughter in Rock Springs surrounded by her family. She was born April 28, 1924 in Raymond, Nebraska, the daughter of Henry and Anna Gerch Grafe. She attended school at Zions Lutheran Church in Bancroft, Nebraska. She married Harold L. Anderson Sr. on December 5, 1943 in Bancroft. He preceded her in death on May 12, 1988. Lavera was a member of the United Methodist Church in Craig. Her interests were sewing, cooking, quilting, canning, baking, gardening, traveling, and spending time with her family. She was the #1 fan of her grandsons’ stock car racing. Survivors include four sons, Harry Anderson of Craig, Bud Anderson and wife Mary of Richland, Missouri, Gerry Anderson and wife Lucille of Louisville, Kentucky, and Jim Anderson and wife Joyce of Norfolk, Nebraska; six daughters, Wanda Puffer of Craig, Judy Smith and husband Clark of Omaha, Jane Anderson and husband Bob of Rock Springs, Janice Paulson and husband Don of Oxford, Nebraska, Connie Delp and husband Chuck of Rock Springs, Lesa Parker and husband Robert of Fremont, Nebraska; daughter-in-law Betty Anderson of Blair, Nebraska; sister, Viola Hass and husband Ivan of Wisner, NE; sister-in-law, Laverne Molvig of Omaha; numerous grandchildren including Tony of Colorado Springs, Mike, Bret, Jacob and Joseph Anderson, Christopher and Casey Delp, and Krista Hymas all of Rock Springs; numerous great-grandchildren; several cousins; two nephews, Russell Hass of Houston, Texas, and Kelly Hass of Valentine, Nebraska. She was preceded in death by her parents, husband Harold Anderson, son, Layton Dean Anderson, and granddaughter, Michelle Lee Anderson. Funeral services will be conducted on Wednesday, May 27, 2009, 11:00 a.m. at the Craig United Methodist Church. Family and friends may call Tuesday, May 26, 2009, 5 - 8 p.m. with a 7:00 p.m. Prayer Service at the Pelan Funeral Home in Tekamah. Visitation Wednesday will be held at the church one hour prior to the service. Interment will be in the Craig Cemetery. --- Fox Funeral Home, May 21, 2009 Trevin Matthew Dillon Trevin Matthew Dillon, infant son of Matthew Trent Dillon and Kandice Diane Schultz Fennewald of Rock Springs died shortly after birth on Wednesday, May 20, 2009 at Memorial Hospital of Sweetwater County, Rock Springs. He is survived by his parents of Rock Springs; brothers, Jackson Lee and Christian Jesse Fennewald both of Rock Springs; sister, Prezley Mikena of Rock Springs; grandparents, Trent and Terri Dillon of Rock Springs, Kevin Carter of Green River, Karen Carter of Rock Springs; great-grandparents, Jack and Mary Kent of West Valley City, Utah, Chester and Melinda Carter of Jamestown; aunts and uncles, Steve and James Dillon, Krystal Sorter and Kelli Millar all of Rock Springs; numerous cousins. Graveside service and interment will be held at 11:00 a.m. Wednesday, May 27, 2009 at the baby section of the Rock Springs Municipal Cemetery. --- Green River Star, May 27, 2009 Michael Melinkovich Former Rock Springs resident Michael Melinkovich, 57, died May 21, 2009, in Farmington, N.M. He was born July 16, 1951, in Rock Springs, to Joseph and Emma Anselmi Melinkovich. He attended Our Lady of Sorrows Elementary School and subsequently graduated from Rock Springs High School in 1969. After helping his family establish the Rock Springs KOA, he attended Western Wyoming College and later worked for Mountain Fuel Supply. He married Denice Walker in 1973; together they raised three sons, Clark, Matthew and Clayton. In 1982 Melinkovich relocated his family to Pinedale where he owned and operated M&M Welding. Melinkovich and his family later moved to Laramie where he attended and received degrees from the University of Wyoming in mathematics education and engineering. After completing his education, Mike and his family relocated to Eagle River, Alaska, where he worked as a mechanical engineer. In the recent year Melinkovich transferred his employment to Farmington, N.M. From backpacking in the Wind River Mountains to fly-fishing on the Kenai River, throughout his life Melinkovich always had a love of the outdoors. He was also a very active father who helped his boys learn the value of hard work from the time they were very young. He encouraged his sons to pursue higher education and was very proud to see them graduate from the University of Wyoming. Those who knew Melinkovich knew that he lived life to the fullest and was intensely dedicated to his family. Throughout his life he also developed endearing friendships and will be greatly missed by many. In the past year he was blessed to have the companionship of Janice Reynolds of Farmington, N.M. He is survived by his mother, Emma Melinkovich of Laramie; siblings Paul Melinkovich and his wife Barbara of Evergreen, Colo., Mary Foianini and her husband Larry of Laramie, and Gary Melinkovich and his wife Clarice of Cheyenne; sons Clark Melinkovich and his wife Laura, and Matthew Melinkovich, his wife Sami, all of Gillette, Clayton Melinkovich and his wife Jeri of Laramie, and Greg Chancey and his wife Michelle of Littleton, Colo.; and eight grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his father, Joseph Melinkovich; his brother, Joseph Melinkovich Jr.; nephew Christopher Foianini; and niece Nadia K. Melinkovich A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated Saturday at 10 a.m. at Our Lady of Sorrows Catholic Church in Rock Springs. A parish rosary will be recited Friday at 7 p.m. at Our Lady of Sorrows Catholic Church. Internment will be at the Saint Joseph’s Section of Rock Springs Municipal Cemetery. Friends may call at the church one hour prior to the rosary and one hour prior to the funeral mass. Memorials may be made to the Christopher Foianini Memorial Scholarship. Contact: University of Wyoming Foundation, 1200 E. Ivinson Ave., Laramie, WY 82070; 307-766-6300. --- Green River Star, May 28, 2009 John Perez John Perez, 41, of Rock Springs passed away May 25, at his home. He was born on Sept. 15, 1967, in Blue Island, Ill., the son of Serjo Perez and Denise Sturgeon. He attended schools in Rock Springs and was a graduate of Rock Springs High School. He served in the United States Air Force and worked as a truck driver for many years. His interests included spending time with his sons, fishing, hunting, playing video games and watching movies with the children and taking rides in the hills around Sweetwater County. Survivors include his parents, Serjo Perez and wife Helen of Rock Springs, and mother Denise Sturgeon of Illinois; two sons, Damon Perez and Johnny Perez, both of Montana; four sisters, Dee Dee Houdek and husband John of Illinois, Dana Brown and husband Clayton of Superior, Christy Moffat and husband Billy of Las Vegas, and Frankie Wagner and husband Rob of Rock Springs; maternal grandmother Yolanda Sturgeon of Illinois; several aunts, uncles and cousins; one niece and five nephews. He was preceded in death by his paternal grandparents and maternal grandfather. Following cremation at the Vase White Mountain Crematory, a memorial service will be conducted June 1 at 2 p.m. at the Vase Funeral Chapel in Rock Springs Military graveside services and inurnment will be in the veterans section of the Rock Springs Municipal Cemetery. Friends may call at the chapel on Monday one hour prior to services. --- Rock Springs Daily Rocket-Miner, May 30, 2009 VERNIA V. DANLEY Vernia V. Danley, 91, of 1445 Uinta Drive, Green River, died Wednesday, May 20, 2009, at the Castle Rock Convalescent Center. A resident of Green River since 1994 and former longtime resident of Las Vegas, she had been in ill health for six months. She was born Feb. 11, 1918, in Deer Lodge [sic], Mont., the daughter of Ray E. Ross and Lena Verwolf. She attended school in Manhattan and Bozeman, Mont. She married Sam Danley in 1958 in Evanston. He preceded her in death in September 1983. Mrs. Danley worked in various restaurants in Montana, Little America and Las Vegas. She was an avid bowler and won many tournaments and trophies throughout her life. Mrs. Danley bowled until her mid-80s and was the secretary for her league in Las Vegas. Her interests included crocheting, making doilies and afghans for her friends at Castle Rock as well as her family. Survivors include three sons, Jim Prime and Wayne Prime and wife Delores, all of Green River, and Robert Prime and wife Susan of Colorado Springs, Colo.; three brothers; six sisters; seven grandchildren; 19 great-grandchildren; two great-great-grandchildren; and several cousins, nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents, Ray and Lena Ross; husband, Sam Danley; one daughter, Peggy Jean Prime; one brother; four sisters; and three grandsons, Patrick Prime, Ricky Prime and Danny Prime. No memorial services will be conducted at her request. Cremation has taken place. --- Rock Springs Daily Rocket-Miner, May 30, 2009 HERMAN BUFORD RALPH Funeral services for Herman Buford Ralph were conducted Tuesday, May 26, 2009, at the Vase Flaming Gorge Chapel, Green River. Mr. Ralph, 90, of 124 Astle, Green River, died Monday, May 18, 2009, at the Sage View Care Center in Rock Springs. A longtime resident of Green River and former resident of Missouri, he died following a brief illness. He was born Feb. 22, 1919, in Worland, Mo., the son of William and Arizona Umphenour Ralph. Mr. Ralph married Dorothy Lucas on Nov. 17, 1944, in Ogden, Utah. She preceded him in death on July 12, 2002. He served in the U.S. Army during World War II. Mr. Ralph worked for the Union Pacific Railroad as a brakeman for many years. Survivors include two sons, Loren Ralph of Green River and William "Bill” Ralph and wife Joanne of Spotsylvania, Va.; one daughter, Eileen Pearson and husband Keith of Hermiston, Ore; several brothers and sisters; five grandchildren; and several great-grandchildren, nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents; wife, Dorothy Ralph; and several brothers and sisters. --- Green River Star Jun 3, 2009 Barbara Jean Telck Barbara Jean Telck, 72, of Rock Springs passed away at her home May 29, 2009. She had been a resident of Rock Springs since 1957 and former longtime resident of Green River. Telck had been in ill health since March. She was born Dec. 1, 1936, in Green River, the daughter of the late Robert Joseph Logan and Barbara Jean Young Logan. Telck attended schools in Green River and was a 1956 graduate of Green River High School. She attended University of Wyoming and Western Wyoming Community College. She married Richard W. Telck on April 27, 1957, and he preceded her in death Oct. 19, 1989. Telck was employed as a dental assistant for Dr. Art Fermelia for many years and retired in 2007. Her interests included spending time with her children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren. She also enjoyed gardening and was a decorating consultant for Home Interiors. Survivors include one son William R. Telck and companion Lonnie Woudenberg of Rock Springs; three daughters Nancy A. Holmquist and husband Larry Mason of Douglas, Valerie Telck-Jones and husband David, and Laura J. Gorrell and husband David O’Connell, all of Aurora, Colo.; two brothers Andrew Logan and wife Frankie of Cortez, Colo., and James Logan and wife Charlene of Layton, Utah; one sister Gertrude Gerrard and husband Dewey of Green River; four grandchildren; three great-grandchildren; her dog Willow; several nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents, husband and one sister Cathy Duetsch. Funeral services were conducted today at Vase Funeral Chapel in Rock Springs. Interment was in Rock Springs Municipal Cemetery. --- Green River Star Jun 3, 2009 John A. Oja John A. Oja, longtime Rock Springs resident, entertainer, schoolteacher and grocery storeowner, died June 1, 2009, at his home, after a courageous battle with cancer. Oja was born June 22, 1929, in Rock Springs, to Arne and Doras Oja. He attended schools in both Rock Springs and Green River and graduated from Rock Springs High School in 1947. He graduated from the University of Wyoming with a bachelor’s of art in music in 1952. He was a proud member of the Alpha Tau Omega fraternity and Cowboy Joe Club. Oja served in the Army’s 32nd Infantry Regiment in Korea from 1953-1954. Following his service he worked as a salesman in Colorado. It was there that he met and married Patrica Jean Ralston in 1958. They returned to Rock Springs in 1962, after residing for a short time in Las Vegas. He taught music at the Rock Springs Junior High from 1962-1972, earning a master’s degree in music from the University of Utah during that time. A musician at heart John played piano in a myriad of bands, chorale groups, barbershop quartets and musical performances. He owned and operated Library Grocery and OJ’s markets from 1964 through the present. He enjoyed golfing and was a past president of the Rolling Greens Men’s Association and director of the Seniors Golf Association. He had five holes in one including one that earned him a new vehicle. He was a member of the Elks and Wyoming Liquor Association. He enjoyed fishing, snowmobiling, golfing and exploring the great outdoors of Wyoming. He is survived by his wife of 51 years, Patrica; two sons, Mike and Lisa Oja of Clarkston, Mich., Mark and Janice Oja of Ogden, Utah, and one daughter Charla and Bob Silvia of Atlanta, Ga.; six grandchildren; his sister Doris and brother-in-law Andy Radman of Rock Springs; and a nephew and his family. Following cremation at Vase White Mountain Crematory, memorial services will be conducted at 2 p.m. Thursday at the First Congregational Church, 1275 Adams Avenue in Rock Springs. Friends may call at the church one hour prior to services. The family will be receiving relatives and friends at 1934 Edgar Street in Rock Springs. The family of John Arne Oja respectfully suggests that donations in his memory be made to Cowboy’s Against Cancer, 1893 Dewar Drive, Rock Springs, WY 82901 or contact margaretp@bottomlinemarketingllc.com. --- Green River Star Jun 3, 2009 Silvio J. Pedri Silvio J. Pedri, 87, of Rock Springs passed away May 31, 2009, at his home. A longtime resident of Rock Springs, Pedri died following a brief illness. Pedri was born Sept. 16, 1921 in Rock Springs, the son of the late John and Severina Flaim Pedri. He attended school in Gilbert, Minn., and was a graduate of Gilbert High School. He married the former Rena Ruffini in Rock Springs on June 17, 1945, and she passed away in Salt Lake City on June 16, 2001. Pedri was a United States Army veteran of World War II. He was in the 95th Infantry Division. He enlisted on July 25, 1942, and was discharged as a sergeant Nov. 17, 1945. While in the service, Pedri was taken as a prisoner of war. He earned the Silver Star and two Purple Hearts. He was employed as a miner at FMC for 37 years. Pedri was a member of Holy Spirit Catholic Community, Odd Fellows Lodge, Trentini Club and Young At Heart Senior Citizens. His interests included spending time with his family, working with his grandchildren and his three sons. He loved listening to polka music and accordion entertainment. Survivors include three sons Dan Pedri and wife Linda, Dave Pedri and wife Ruby Wilkison and Gary Pedri and wife Libby, all of Rock Springs; one brother John Pedri of Gilbert, Minn.; six grandchildren; six great-grandchildren; and several cousins. He was preceded in death by his parents and wife. A mass of Christian burial will be conducted at 10 a.m. Saturday at Saints Cyril and Methodius Catholic Church, 633 Bridger Avenue, in Rock Springs. A parish rosary will be recited at the church on Friday at 7 p.m. Military graveside services and interment will be conducted by the American Legion Archie Hay Post No. 24 at the Paul J. Wataha Section of Rock Springs Municipal Cemetery. Friends may call at the church on Friday from 5 p.m. until time of rosary and on Saturday one hour prior to services. The family will be receiving relatives and friends at 1318 Yalecrest Drive in Rock Springs. The family of Silvio J. Pedri respectfully suggests that donations in his memory be made to Hospice of Sweetwater County, 809 Thompson Street, Suite D, Rock Springs, WY 82901. --- Rock Springs Daily Rocket-Miner, Jun 6, 2009 PEARL MARIE AGUIRRE Graveside services for Pearl Marie Aguirre were conducted Wednesday, May 27, 2009, at the Rest Haven Memorial Gardens Cemetery. Mrs. Aguirre, 83, died Sunday, May 3, 2009, at the Sage View Care Center. She was a lifelong resident of Rock Springs. She was born May 26, 1925, to Carl and Signe Anderson. She was one of nine children. She married Edward Aguirre on Dec. 24, 1945. They had five children. Her interests included family visits, crafting, crocheting and decorating her home for holidays and other occasions. Survivors include her children, Johnny and Sandy Aguirre and Mary Jo and Mike Narramore, all of Rock Springs; and several nieces, nephews, grandchildren, great-grandchildren and great-great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents, husband; sisters, brothers; three children, Tommy, Eddie and Karen Cantwell; and granddaughter, Billie Aguirre. --- Rock Springs Daily Rocket-Miner, Jun 6, 2009 HANNAH “DOTTIE” M. BOWER Funeral services for Hannah "Dottie” M. Bower were conducted Saturday, May 30, 2009, at the Green River LDS First and Third Ward Chapel. Interment followed in the Riverview Cemetery in Green River. Mrs. Bower, 87, of Green River, died Monday, May 25, 2009, at the Castle Rock Convalescent Center in Green River. She died after a lengthy illness. She was born July 27, 1921, in McKinnon, the daughter of Stephen and Hannah Nelson Warby. She married Glen Harsha on Dec. 13, 1938, in Manila, Utah. He preceded her in death in November 1940. She married Ernie Pelser on Dec. 13, 1942, in Green River. He preceded her in death in November 1944. She married Clarence Bower on Dec. 3, 1950, in San Bruno, Calif. He preceded her in death in August 1985. Mrs. Bower had been employed at numerous restaurants for many years. Her interests included her family, gardening and embroidery. Survivors include one son, Edward Harsha and wife DeAnn of Green River; daughter, Linda Burdick and husband Jim of Green River; sisters, Elsie Martin of Fresno, Calif., and Thelma Marshall of Sandy, Utah; grandchildren, Ken Harsha of San Dimas, Calif., Todd Harsha of Kenai, Alaska, Layne Harsha of Tooele, Utah, Barbara Ann Pauley of Leesburg, Va., Cheryl Johnson of Oak Hill, Va., Jackie, Jo-Jo, and Jennifer Curry, all of Green River, Shawnee Burdick of Rock Springs and Pam Shearing of Colorado; 18 great-grandchildren, six great-great-grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents, three spouses, four brothers, one half brother and six half sisters. --- Green River Star, Jun 10, 2009 Alvin Gayle Ice Alvin Gayle Ice, 65, of Rock Springs passed away June 6, 2009, at St. Mark’s Hospital in Salt Lake City from respiratory failure. A longtime resident of Rock Springs, Ice had been in ill health for the last year. He was born June 11, 1943, in Watonga, Okla., the son of the late Melvin Johnie and Bessie May Ice. Ice attended school in Fay, Okla., and was a 1961 graduate of the high school there. He married Beth Pryich on Feb. 23, 1990, in Rock Springs. Ice was employed at OCI as a surface mechanic for 40 years and retired March 1, 2009. He was a lifetime member of both the National Rifle Association and the North American Hunting Club. His interests included spending time at their summer home in Daniel, hunting, watching television, spending time with his wife attending sporting events, his children and grandchildren. He also enjoyed visiting with his friends. Survivors include his wife Beth Ice of Rock Springs; three sons Bradley Ice and wife Annette, Brandon Ice and wife Jessica, all of Rock Springs, and Brian Phillips and wife Billie Jean of Aurora, Colo.; two daughters Kimberly Flor and Lindsey Phillips Nettik and husband Nathan, all of Rock Springs; one brother Art Ice of Iraan, Texas; three sisters Twillah Cox and husband Kenneth of Canton, Okla., Nancy Chitwood and husband Troy of Stigler, Okla., and Barbara Ice of Watonga, Okla.; his dog Chief Smokey; 13 grandchildren; his sister-in-law and brother-in-law Patsy and Bill Rossetti of Rock Springs; several nieces, nephews and cousins. He was preceded in death by his parents; one sister Tincie Ice; two nephews Kevin Cox and Kerry Cox; father-in-law and mother-in-law Brink and Molly Pryich. Funeral Services will be conducted at 11 a.m. Thursday at the First Congregational Church, 1275 Adams Ave., in Rock Springs. Interment will be in the Paul J. Wataha Memorial Park. Friends may call at the Vase Chapel from 4-7 p.m. today and on Thursday at the church one hour prior to services. The family of Alvin Gayle Ice respectfully suggests that donations in his memory be made to Cowboys Against Cancer, 1893 Dewar Drive, Rock Springs, WY 82901 or the charity of the donor’s choice. --- Rock Springs Daily Rocket-Miner, Jun 12, 2009 Janice Lea Harris Callahan Janice Lea "Harris" Callahan, 70, of 1605 Donalynn Drive, Rock Springs, died Thursday, June 11, 2009. A longtime Rock Springs resident and former resident of Fairbury, Neb., and Granger, she died following a brief illness. She was born Sept. 26, 1938, in Fairbury, the daughter of John Ronald Harris and Mildred Estelle Glasscock. She attended schools in Fairbury and graduated from Fairbury High School with the class of 1956. She worked at JB's Restaurant, Outlaw Inn, Greyhound Bus Lines and Wal-Mart in Rock Springs before she retired. Her interests included watching and attending NASCAR and stockcar racing, watching NFL football, playing board games with her family and spending time with her children and grandchildren. Survivors include three sons, Scott Callahan of Jackson, Jerry Callahan of Rock Springs and John Callahan and wife Sue of Peoria, Ariz., four daughters, Teri Facinelli of Rock Springs, Robin Salai and husband Dan of Fairview, W. Va., Tonja Vessels and husband Kent and Denise Price and husband Alex of Rock Springs; one sister, Jeanette Daily and husband Roger of Casa Grande, Ariz.; 15 granchildren, Krystal, Erin and J. J. Facinelli, Jaime and Cary Salai, Thomas Callahan, Toney, A. J. and Morgan Vessels, Nicole Bundy, Billy and Morgan Zanetti, Myranda Caudell and Lexi and Bailey Price; three great-grandchildren, Caden and Brycen Bundy and Bradnley Zanetti; and several aunts, cousins, nephews and nieces. She was preceded in death by her parents; two grandsons, Andrew Callahan and P. J. Callahan; and one daughter, Jennifer May. Private family graveside services will be conducted at the Rest Haven Memorial Gardens in Rock Springs. The family of Janice Lea Callahan will be receiving guests on Friday, June 12, 2009, at the home of Teri Facinelli, Rock Springs. --- Rock Springs Daily Rocket-Miner, Jun 13, 2009 MARY LUCINDA ALBRECHT Funeral services for Mary Lucinda Albrecht were conducted Friday, June 5, 2009, at the Green River Assembly of God, Green River. Interment followed in the Riverview Cemetery. Mary Albrecht, infant daughter of Hank and Heather Albrecht, of 680 Jefferson, Green River, died Monday, June 1, 2009, at the University of Utah Medical Center in Salt Lake City. She was born March 1, 2009, in Salt Lake City. Survivors include her parents, Hank and Heather Albrecht of Green River; twin brother, Daniel John Albrecht of Green River; maternal grandparents, Steve and Becky Shae of Delta, Colo.; paternal grandparents, Hank and Sue Albrecht Sr. of Wheatland; aunts and uncles, Misty Lee Cole and husband Gabe of Waldoboro, Maine, Jim Albrecht and wife Chambrea of Gillette, Andrew Albrecht of Biddeford, Maine, and Matt Shea and wife Christina of Delta; maternal great-grandmother, Ozella Shea of Delta; maternal great-grandparents, Don and Peg Lucy of Delta; and several cousins. She was preceded in death by her maternal great-grandfather, Jack Shea; paternal grandfather, Henry Albrecht; and paternal great-grandparents, Leonard and Mary Woolsey. --- Rock Springs Daily Rocket-Miner, Jun 13, 2009 SGT. 1ST CLASS JUSTIN A. PETERSEN FORT CARSON, Colo.--Funeral services for Sgt. 1st Class Justin A. Petersen were conducted Saturday, June 6, 2009, at the SS. Cyril and Methodius Church, Rock Springs. A parish rosary was recited Friday, June 5, 2009, at Our Lady of Sorrows Catholic Church, Rock Springs. Military graveside services and interment followed in the Rock Springs Municipal Cemetery. Mr. Petersen, 27, who was assigned to the 2nd Battalion 10th Special Forces Group (Airborne) in Fort Carson, Colo., died Thursday, May 28, 2009. He died from injuries he sustained in a motorcycle accident in Colorado Springs, Colo. Mr. Petersen was a native of Rock Springs and graduated from Rock Springs High School in 2000. He enlisted in the Army in June 2000 as a combat engineer. Mr. Petersen earned his Green Beret in 2007 and became a special forces engineer sergeant. His military education included Basic and Individual Training, Basic Airborne School, Combat Life Savers Course, Basic NonCommissioned Officer Course, Warrior Leaders Course, Survival, Evasion Resistance and Escape (SERE-High Risk) Course and the Special Forces Qualification Course. His awards included the Army Commendation Medal with three oak leaf clusters; Army Achievement Medal, with one oak leaf; Valorous Unit Award; Meritorious Unit Commendation; Army Good Conduct Medal, with three knots; and the Military Outstanding Volunteer Medal. His decorations included the Special Forces Tab; Parachutist Badge; National Defense Service Medal; Iraqi Campaign Medal, with two Bronze Service Stars; Global War on Terrorism Expeditionary Medal; Global War on Terrorism Service Medal; Non-Commissioned Officer Professional Development Ribbon, with numeral two; Army Service Ribbon; and the Overseas Service Ribbon, with numeral three. His duty stations included Fort Carson, Giessen Army Depot, Germany, Wiesbaden, Germany and Fort Bragg, N.C. He deployed twice in support of Operation Iraqi Freedom, OIF I and OIF V. Survivors include his wife, Svetlana; son, Michael of Fountain, Colo.; mother and stepfather, Julie Dorigatti and Patrick; one brother, Danniel Peterson; one sister, Amie Antonino; grandparents, Alfred and Helen Petersen; mother-in-law and father-in-law, Larisa and Johannes Gauzel; and brother-in-law, Alexander Gauzel. --- Rock Springs Daily Rocket-Miner, Jun 13, 2009 NATHAN EUGENE SELLERS Funeral services for Nathan Eugene Sellers were conducted Thursday, June 4, 2009, at the Farson High School gymnasium. Interment followed in the Eden Valley Cemetery in Farson. Mr. Sellers, 22, of Eden, died Monday, May 25, 2009, at Memorial Hospital of Sweetwater County. He died from injuries sustained in an auto accident in Eden. He was born April 3, 1987, in Rock Springs, the son of Dal and Lesli Warr Sellers. He attended high school in Cheyenne and Gunnison and graduated with the class of 2005. Mr. Sellers was a member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, His interests included fishing, hunting, camping and the outdoors. Survivors include his parents, Dal and Kathy Sellers of Logan, Utah, and Lesli Sellers of Grand Junction, Colo.; brothers, Travis Tylor, Joshua Andrew, Jared Michael and Kristopher Allyn Sellers; sisters, Juli Ann, Sara Nichole and Jacqueline Marie Sellers; grandparents, Gene and Amy Sellers of Eden, Jack and Kris Warr and Brent and Uvonne Gale, all of Grand Junction, and Romona Smith of Logan; great-grandparents, Betty and Jarrell Massey of Meeker, Colo.; and numerous aunts, uncles and cousins. --- Green River Star, Jun 17, 2009 Sophie M. Nation Sophie M. Nation, 82, of Rock Springs passed away June 12, 2009, at her home. A longtime resident of Rock Springs, Nation passed away following a brief illness. She was born October 27, 1926, in Hudson, the daughter of the late William D. and Margaret Giovanini Chetterbock. Nation attended schools in Hudson. She married Arthur R. Nation Sr. in Lander on Sept. 9, 1943, and he preceded her in death in Rock Springs on Feb. 15, 2001. Nation worked as a clerk for many department stores including Woolworths. She was a member of Young at Heart Senior Center in Rock Springs. Her interests included being instrumental in the organization and donations for the March of Dimes Walk-A-Thon. She enjoyed shopping, recycling, volunteering for the fair, bowling, crocheting and bingo. Survivors include one brother Louis Chetterbock and wife Nora of Santa Clara, Utah; three sisters Anne Hatfield of Littleton, Colo., Dorothy Bennett and husband William of Rock Springs and Donna Zuber of San Antonio, Texas; five grandchildren, 14 great-grandchildren and one great-great-grandson. She was preceded in death by her parents, husband, one son Arthur Raymond Nation Jr.; three brothers William Chetterbock Jr., Paul G. Chetterbock and Michael Chetterbock. Funeral services will be conducted at 1 p.m. Thursday at the Rock Springs Evangelical Free Church, 125 Firestone Road in Rock Springs. Pastor William Cornell will conduct the services. Interment will be in the St. Joseph’s Section of Rock Springs Municipal Cemetery in Rock Springs. Friends may call at Vase Funeral Chapel, 154 Elk Street in Rock Springs today from 4-6 p.m. and again on Thursday one hour prior to services at the church. --- Rock Springs Daily Rocket-Miner, Jun 20, 2009 MATTHEW ALLEN CHOLLAK Following cremation, a memorial mass for Matthew Allen Chollak was celebrated Wednesday, June 10, 2009, at the SS. Cyril and Methodius Catholic Church, Rock Springs. A memorial rosary was conducted Tuesday, June 9, 2009, at the church. Father Carl Beavers officiated. Mr. Chollak, 45, of 1425 Carbon St., Rock Springs, died Wednesday, June 3, 2009, at his home. A lifelong resident of Rock Springs, Mr. Chollak died following a sudden illness. He was born Feb. 13, 1964, in Rock Springs, the son of Matthew Eugene Chollak and the former Karen Lynette Morphy. He attended schools in Rock Springs and was a 1984 graduate of Rock Springs Alternative High School. Mr. Chollak was a professional handy man for most of his life. He instructed hunter's safety courses for 20 years and helped with the Wyoming Hunting Expo for nine years. His interests included being an outdoorsman, hunter and fisherman and outdoor sports. Survivors include his parents, Matt E. and Karen Chollak of Rock Springs; one brother, Mark Anthony Chollak and wife Jene' of Rock Springs; one sister, Carla Kay Hill and husband Ron of Meridian, Idaho; nieces, Tiffany Schult, Ashley Hill, Christine Hill, Katie Chollak and Liz Chollak; and nephew, George Chollak. He was preceded in death by his paternal grandparents, Joseph and Helen Chollak; and maternal grandparents, George and Audine Morphy. --- Rock Springs Daily Rocket-Miner, Jun 20, 2009 TONY DOLENC LA JUNTA, Colo.—Tony Dolenc, 97, of La Junta, Colo., died Wednesday, May 6, 2009, at the Arkansas Valley Regional Medical Center. He was born April 22, 1912, in Winter Quarter, Utah, to Anton and Louisa (Perko) Dolenc. He married Mary Garcia. She preceded him in death. He lived in Wyoming for most of his life. Starting at the age of 13, he worked as a coal miner. Mr. Dolenc later worked for Sweetwater County. His interests included being a hunter and fisherman. He is survived by his daughters, Priscilla and husband Dave Kropuenske and Norma and husband Greg Haugen; son-in-law, Gregg Skala; grandchildren, Greg Haugen Jr. and wife Tina and Veronica Skala; brothers, Willie Dolenc, Louie Zutman and Danny Dolenc; and great-grandchildren, Kevin and Allyson Haugen. He was preceded in death by his parents, Anton and Louisa Dolenc; wife, Mary Dolenc, daughter, Louise; and several brothers and sisters. At Mr. Dolenc's request, cremation has taken place. Private family services will be conducted in Wyoming at a later date. --- Rock Springs Daily Rocket-Miner, Jun 20, 2009 ORA ELIZABETH SCHOFIELD IVERSON Ora Elizabeth Schofield Iverson, 94, died Saturday, June 13, 2009, at the Castle Rock Convalescent Center in Green River. A longtime resident of Green River and former resident of Rock Springs, and Manila, Utah, she died following a lengthy illness. She was born Sept. 16, 1914, in Green River, the daughter of Willard Schofield Sr. and Ida May Potter Schofield. She attended schools in Manila and graduated from Manila High School in 1932. She married John Howard Iverson on Feb. 25, 1934, in Manila. He preceded her in death on Sept. 1, 1995. They celebrated their 60th wedding anniversary. They also spent time traveling to Yuma, Ariz., where they spent their winters. Mrs. Iverson was a member of the LDS Church, charter member of the M & L Homemakers Club and contributed to the history of Manila. Her interests include rock hunting, handy work, traveling and family. Survivors include one daughter, Arlene Hill and husband Glenn of Green River; one daughter-in-law, Maria Iverson of Vernal, Utah; four grandchildren, John Iverson and wife Brandy of Vernal, Suzane Iverson of Shawnee, Okla., Lisa Gardiner and husband Ryan of Vernal and William Hill and wife Linda of Highlands Ranch, Colo.; seven great-grandchildren, Jonathan Scott Lee, Dalton Layne Capozza, Bodie J. Capozza, Ashley Capozza, Kailey McCall Iverson, John Kentston Iverson and Cooper Brud Gardiner; and several nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents; husband; two brothers, Rodney and Willard Schofield Jr.; three sisters, Lila Boren, Bernice Lamband Averil Schofield; and one son, John Kelly Iverson. Mrs. Iverson requested no services. Her cremains will be scattered where her husband's cremains were taken. --- Rock Springs Daily Rocket-Miner, Jun 20, 2009 EDWARD GEORGE WARGO Edward George Wargo, of Rock Springs, died Saturday, June 13, 2009, at the Sage View Care Center in Rock Springs, where he had been a resident for the last 30 months. He was born in Spangler, Penn., the son of Charles Wargo Sr. and Martina Kastisak Wargo. He was the sixth of 15 children. He was a veteran having served in both the U.S. Army and U.S. Air Force. He worked as a coal miner; steel mill power house worker; fork lift operator and a letter carrier for more than 30 years. He was active in the National Association of Letter Carriers. After retirement, he moved with his wife from Michigan to Wyoming to be near their grandchildren. His interests included dancing, gardening, playing cards, camping, rock hunting and being a silversmith and creating lapidary work. He won several awards for his jewelry and lapidary butterflies. Survivors include his son, Gordon Wargo and wife Rosemary of Howell, Mich.; daughter, Susan Hutchinson and husband David of Green River; granddaughters, Amanda Hutchinson of Beaverton, Ore., and Michelle Hutchinson of Green River; three sisters; six brothers; one brother-in-law; six sisters-in-law; and many nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his wife, Wanda; parents, Charles Sr. and Martina Wargo; one sister, four brothers; three sisters-in law; one brother-in-law; and several nephews. Cremation has taken place. No services will be conducted. --- Times-News, Jun 24, 2009 Betty Jean Mallory Betty Jean Mallory, 76, of Twin Falls, passed away Thursday, June 11, 2009, at St. Luke's Magic Valley Medical Center. Betty was born July 26, 1932 in Russellville, Ark., to Andrew and Ruth (Carter) Lafferty. Betty attended schools in Rock Springs, Wyo., and then moved to Burley in 1950, working as a waitress. She met and married Melvin J. Cunningham, and to this union came one daughter. Betty and Melvin were later divorced. Later, she met and married Donald R. Mallory in Elko, Nev. Betty moved to Twin Falls in 1972 and worked at the Holiday Inn until her retirement in 1994. Betty enjoyed puzzles, fishing, embroidering, cooking, and she loved birds. Betty is survived by two daughters, Kay Cunningham of Burley and Connie Mallory of Twin Falls; one son, Wayne (Deborah) Mallory of London, Ky.; 10 grandchildren; 13 great-grandchildren; and one sister, Louise Nation of Hot Springs, Ark. She was preceded in death by her parents, four brothers, and three sisters. Cremation is under the direction of White Mortuary "Chapel by the Park" in Twin Falls. --- Rock Springs Daily Rocket-Miner, Jun 27, 2009 MARIE GONZALES Funeral services for Marie Gonzales were conducted Friday, June 19, 2009, at the Green River LDS Third Ward Chapel, Green River. Interment followed in the Riverview Cemetery. Mrs. Gonzales, 62, died Tuesday, June 16, 2009, at Castle Rock Convalescent Center in Green River after a lengthy illness. She was a longtime Green River resident and lived in Rawlins for the past seven years. She was born Oct. 11, 1946 in Price, Utah, the daughter of Jack and Marvel Zoy Christensen Moffitt. She attended elementary school in Hiawatha and graduated from Green River High School with the class of 1964. She married Leo Gonzales. Mrs. Gonzales was a member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Her interests were playing her piano and going on walks. Survivors include her husband, Leo Gonzales of Rawlins; mother, Zoy Moffit of Salt Lake City; sons, Tony Medina of Green River and JR Medina and wife Crystal of Salt Lake City; daughters, Lezlie Hodges and husband Rick and Lisa Herrera and husband James, all of Green River; brothers, Gene Moffitt and wife Julie of Salt Lake City and Gary Moffitt and wife Chick of Twin Falls, Idaho; sister, Margaret Hart and husband Jerry of Star Valley; grandchildren, Gary Hodges, Trinity Medina, Isabella Medina, Andrea Herrera and Amanda Shepard and husband Randy; and numerous aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her father, Jack Moffitt. --- Green River Star, Jul 1 2009 Edgar L. Collins Edgar L. Collins, 77, of Rock Springs passed away June 22, 2009. He was a longtime resident of Rock Springs. Collins was born Nov. 15, 1932, in West Blocton, Ala., the son of the late Harvey and Ruth Collins. He attended school in Alabama. Collins was a United States Army veteran of the Korean War. He worked at Stauffer Chemical as an crusher operator for 33 years and retired in 1998. His interests included spending time with his family. He also enjoyed gambling, buying lottery tickets and horse racing. Survivors include one sister Janis Collins of Rock Springs,; two nieces Fredann Soto and husband Mario and Windi Reed, all of Rock Springs; great nieces Erikka Soto and Q’alanya Reed; great-nephews Alex Soto and Daniel Reed; uncle and aunt Bill and Mary Collins of Rock Springs; two cousins and their families, all of Rock Springs. He was preceded in death by his parents and companion Effie ‘Bebe’ Upton. Funeral services will be conducted at 10 a.m. Thursday at Vase Funeral Chapel, 154 Elk Street in Rock Springs. Military graveside services and interment will be conducted at the Mountain View Section of Rock Springs Municipal Cemetery. Friends may call at the Vase Chapel one hour prior to services. The family of Edgar Collins is receiving family and friends at the home of Fredann and Mario Soto, 217 Cherokee in Rock Springs. --- Green River Star, Jul 1, 2009 Effie “Bebe” Upton Effie ‘Bebe’ Upton, 89, of Rock Springs passed away June 22, 2009, at her home. She was a long time resident of Rock Springs. She was born Nov. 16, 1919, in Alma, Ark., the daughter of the late Oscar Steward and the former Ethel Tilsworth. Upton attended school in Newtown, Ark. She married Louis Upton in Reno, Nev., and he preceded her in death August 26, 1978. Upton was the owner and operator of a janitorial service for many years. Her interests included spending time with family and friends. She was very involved in the Calvary Baptist Church and loved to travel. Survivors include one daughter Sonia Allen of San Diego; two brothers Troy Carson and Alvin Carson both of Kansas City, Mo.; four sisters Ruby Lee Taylor of Vian, Okla., Maxine Phillips, Laura Gregory and Bonnie Ellenburg, all of Kansas City, Mo.; several nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles and cousins. She was preceded in death by her parents, husband and friend Edgar Collins. Funeral services will be conducted Tuesday at Vase Funeral Chapel, 154 Elk Street in Rock Springs. Interment will be in Paul J. Wataha Memorial Park Cemetery. Friends may call at the Vase Chapel one hour prior to services. --- Green River Star, Jul 1, 2009 William G. “Bay” McQuillan Rock Springs native William G. ‘Bay’ McQuillan, 88, died June 28, 2009, at Memorial Hospital of Sweetwater County following a sudden illness. He was born in Rock Springs on Oct. 6, 1920, the son of the late Thomas and Rose Coffey McQuillan. McQuillan attended schools in Rock Springs and joined the CCC’s at the age of 16 to help his family financially. He later returned to Rock Springs and received his diploma with the Rock Springs High School class of 1940. He joined the United States Marine Corps in August of 1942 and served in the South Pacific for three years. Mr. McQuillan was honorably discharged as sergeant in November of 1945. He married the former June Cassas on July 9, 1948, in Rock Springs. They would have celebrated their 61st wedding anniversary next month. McQuillan worked in the coal mines at Reliance. He also was employed at FMC for 27 years and retired in March of 1982. His interests included fishing and hunting his whole life and teaching his children and grandchildren how to do those things. He also was an avid Wyoming Cowboy Fan traveling to all the football bowl games, starting with the Sugar Bowl in 1968 and the last one he saw was the Las Vegas Bowl in 2004, where he saw his beloved Cowboys win a bowl game. He followed the men’s and women’s basketball games for more than 60 years traveling to the Sweet 16 men’s Basketball Tournament in Seattle and the men’s NIT Final Four at Madison Square Garden in New York City. He also loved the Denver Broncos. He was a member of the Cowboy Joe Club, American Legion Archie Hay Post No. 24 and the Fraternal Order of the Eagles. He enjoyed spending time at his cabin in the Upper Green River and being with his family. Survivors include his wife June McQuillan of Rock Springs; two daughters Jolene Endres and Rae Lynn Larsen and husband Steve, all of Rock Springs; one son Bill McQuillan of Kaysville, Utah; four grandchildren and one great-granddaughter; many nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his son Bay Michael McQuillan who passed away on June 20, 1998; his parents Thomas and Rose McQuillan; two brothers Jack McQuillan and Bob McQuillan; three sisters Mary Joyce, Doris Hicks and Martha McQuillan. Cremation has taken place and at his request no memorial services will take place. Family graveside services and inurnment will be conducted at a later date. The family of William G. ‘Bay’ McQuillan respectfully suggests that donations be made in his son’s memory Bay Michael McQuillan to Cowboy’s Against Cancer, 1893 Dewar Drive, Rock Springs, WY 82901. --- Fox Funeral Home, Jul 7, 2009 Rudy Carl Moeller Rudy C. Moeller Jr., 71, died July 6, 2009 in Benton, Illinois. He had been a lifelong resident of Rock Springs and had been living in St. Augustine, Florida since his retirement. He was born January 31, 1938 in Rock Springs, the son of Rudy C. Moeller and Hannah Young Moeller. He married Lorna Curtis on June 23, 1959. Rudy owned and operated several businesses in Rock Springs including the Spurs Motel and the Shoe Roundup. He also worked for JC Penny’s as assistant manager. He had been employed at Bridger Coal for 23 years until his retirement. His interests were traveling, classic cars, and spending time with friends and family. Survivors include his wife Lorna of St. Augustine, Florida; five sons, Dave Moeller and wife Deena, Mike Moeller and wife Becky, Jeff Moeller and wife Jeannie and Kevin Moeller, all of Rock Springs, Curt Moeller of Richfield, Utah; one daughter, Jill Moeller of St. Augustine; two sisters, Joyce Greenhalgh and husband Gary and Susan Moeller, all of Rock Springs; grandchildren, Elisa and Dustin Robbins, Shane Moeller, Eric and Ashley Moeller, Jeff Jr., Jakob and Jensen Moeller, Tanner Moeller, and Breanne and Devon Fernandez, all of Rock Springs, Sariah, Katey and Amber Moeller of Richfield, Utah; great-grandchildren, Brenden, Adley and Gavin Robbins and Jordan Moeller, all of Rock Springs. He was preceded in death by his father, mother Hannah O’Flaherty, sisters Madalyn Jereb and Jean Zueck, and one great-grandson, John Robbins. Funeral services will be conducted at 10:00 a.m. Saturday, July 11, 2009 at the LDS White Mountain Chapel, 3315 White Mountain Blvd, Rock Springs. Friends may cal 6-8 p.m. Friday, July 10,2009 at Fox Funeral Home, 2800 Commercial Way, Rock Springs and Saturday one hour prior to the services at the church. Interment will follow in the Rock Springs Municipal Cemetery. --- Miller-Carlin, Jul 1, 2009 Peter P. Koritnik Peter P. Koritnik, 90, of Sauk Rapids, MN and formerly of Rock Springs, WY, passed away on June 29, 2009, the feast of his namesakes Saints Peter and Paul, at St. Cloud Hospital in St. Cloud, MN, surrounded by his family. Peter was born in Grass Creek, UT to Anton and Teresa (Hitztaler) Koritnik. He served in the U.S. Army Air Corps from 1942 to 1946. Pete married the former Mary Strauss on June 10, 1943 in Rock Springs, WY. He worked for several companies in Rock Springs including Mountain Fuel Supply Co., Kellogg Lumber Co. and as a building inspector for the City of Rock Springs. He retired from this position in 1984. Peter and Mary moved to Sauk Rapids in June 2009. Peter was a member of the Knights of Columbus, Young at Heart Senior Center and the Elks Club. He was active in his former church where he was on the parish council and served as an usher for many years. Peter enjoyed spending time with his family. He especially enjoyed his grandchildren and great-grandchildren. He also loved telling jokes, fixing things, tinkering, hunting and fishing. He and his wife, Mary, were avid arrowhead hunters. Peter is survived by his wife of 66 years, Mary; his daughters: Bev Kochmann and husband, Bob of St. Cloud, MN; Paula Koritnik and husband, Don White of Sheridan, WY; and, Carla Koritnik of Pocatello, ID. He is also survived by his sister, Louise Kure of Denver, CO; four grandchildren: Christine Ellis and husband, Eric; Todd Kochmann and wife, Laura Krueger-Kochmann; Patrick White; and, Benjamin White and four great-grandchildren: Dylan, Connor and Sydney Ellis, and Cordelia Kochmann, and numerous nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents and his brothers and sisters: Martin Koritnik, Isidor Koritnik, Cyril Koritnik, Albin Koritnik, Valentine Koritnik, Mary McKinney, and Christine Lebar. Cremation has taken place and a Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated in St. Cloud, MN. A memorial service will be held in Rock Springs, WY at a later date. Letters of condolence may be sent to: 1009 10th Ave NE, Sauk Rapids, MN 56379. --- Casper Star Tribune, Jul 4, 2009 Peter P. Koritnik A memorial service for Peter P. Koritnik, 90, will be held at a later date. Cremation has taken place and a mass of Christian burial was celebrated in St. Cloud, Minn. He died Monday, June 29, 2009, at St. Cloud Hospital, in St. Cloud, Minn., surrounded by his family. He served in the U.S. Army Air Corps from 1942 to 1946. --- Rock Springs Daily Rocket-Miner, Jul 4, 2009 DAVID PADILLA A mass of Christian burial for David Padilla was celebrated Friday, June 26, 2009, at the Immaculate Conception Catholic Church, Green River. A parish rosary was recited Thursday, June 25, 2009, at the church. Father Paul Johnston officiated. Interment followed in the Riverview Cemetery. Mr. Padilla, 93, of 74 W. Second N., Green River, died Tuesday, June 23, 2009, at the Castle Rock Convalescent Center in Green River. A longtime Green River resident and former resident of Taos, N.M., he died following a brief illness. He was born Feb. 29, 1916 in Taos, the son of Lazaro and Isabel Gold Padilla. He attended schools in Valdez, N.M. He married Juana M. Martinez on April 17, 1940, in Taos. She preceded him in death on Sept. 4, 2002. Mr. Padilla worked for the Union Pacific Railroad for 42 years as a carrier-patty wagon. He was a member of the Fraternal Order of Eagles in Green River. His interests included hunting, fishing: camping and spending time with his grandchildren. Survivors include Alonzo Padilla of Seattle; one daughter, Kate Padilla of Socorro, N.M.; three sisters, Celia Pacheco of Pueblo, Colo., Josephine Ramos of Albuquerque, N.M., and Cinia Vialpando of San Francisco; six grandchildren, Monique Dupont, Nichole Dupont, Timothy Dupont, Anthony Padilla, Jane Padilla and Donna Padilla; five great-grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents; wife, Juana Padilla; one son, Balta Padilla; one grandson, David Padilla; four brothers, Joe Padilla, Pete Padilla, Alfred Padilla and Benigno Padilla; and one sister, Sabinata Alires. --- Rock Springs Daily Rocket-Miner, Jul 4, 2009 ROBERT “ROBBIE” WAYNE ROUTH Following cremation, memorial services for Robert "Robbie" Wayne Routh were conducted Saturday, June 27, 2009, at the Vase Funeral Chapel, Rock Springs. Bishop Mick Druce conducted the services. Mr. Routh, 24, of 610 Hickory St., Rock Springs, died Monday, June 22, 2009. He was a lifelong resident of Rock Springs. Mr. Routh was born Oct. 5, 1984, in Rock Springs, the son of John Robert "Bob" Routh and the former Deborah Pitel. He attended school in Rock Springs and was a graduate of Independence High School with the class of 2003. His interests included spending time with his family and friends, hunting, fishing, camping, giving his mother a hard time, monster trucks, demolition derbies, being a 49er football fan, wrestling and kick boxing. Survivors include his parents, Bob and Debbie Routh of Rock Springs; paternal grandparents, Bill and Beverly Routh of Rock Springs; maternal grandmother, Wanda Brown of Oakmont, Pa.; and numerous aunts, uncles and cousins. He was preceded in death by his great-grandparents, William Howard Routh and Leatha Platt, J.E. and Phyllis Brinley and Michael and Pauline Pitel. --- Fox Funeral Home, Jul 8, 2009 Cornelia “Connie” Soderlund Cornelia “Connie” Soderlund, 87 of Rock Springs died of cancer Tuesday morning July, 7, 2009 at her home. She was born July 20, 1921 in Rock Springs, the daughter of Nick and Cecelia Duzik. She attended schools in Rock Springs and graduated from Rock Springs High School with the class of 1939. She attended the University of Wyoming until the start of World War II. At that time she went to work in her father’s business, Duzik Food Center. Connie married Edwin J. “Sody” Soderlund on December 29, 1946. They raised four children. She was a member of Our Lady Of Sorrows Parish and belonged to St. Cecelia’s Circle and Apostles of Goodwill. Her favorite interest included bridge and participating in Duplicate Bridge and Daughters of the Nile. Her other interests were golf, fishing, boating, traveling, and reading. She is survived by her husband Sody, of Rock Springs; daughter Nancy Nordstrom and husband Carl of Rock Springs; sons John Soderlund of Englewood, Colorado, Jim Soderlund and wife Vickie of Phoenix, Arizona, and Jay Soderlund of Grand Junction, Colorado; granddaughter Alexis Anderson and husband Sgt. Joe Anderson U.S. Marine Corp of McClean,Virginia; four grandsons, Christopher Soderlund of Rock Springs, Capt. Matthew Soderlund U.S. Air Force of Great Falls, Montana, Kyle Soderlund of Greeley, Colorado, and Eric Soderlund of Englewood, Colorado. She was preceded in death by her parents, brothers Dr. John Duzik, George Duzik and Paul Duzik. Cremation has taken place at Fox Crematory, Rock Springs. A Memorial Mass will be celebrated at 11:00 a.m. Friday July 10, 2009 at Our Lady of Sorrows Catholic Church, 116 Broadway, Rock Springs. The Reverend Carl Beavers will officiate. A Parish Rosary will be recited at 7:00 pm Thursday, July 9, 2009 at Fox Funeral Home, 2800 Commercial Way, Rock Springs. --- Rock Springs Daily Rocket-Miner, Jul 11, 2009 SUSAN RENEE GETZ A memorial Mass for Susan Reneé Getz was celebrated Monday, July 6, 2009, at the SS. Cyril and Methodius Catholic Church, Rock Springs. The Rev. Carl Beavers officiated. Cremation has taken place. Mrs. Getz, 42, of Rock Springs, died Sunday, June 28, 2009, at Memorial Hospital of Sweetwater County. She died after a sudden illness. She was born Oct. 31, 1966, in Roseburg, Ore., the daughter of Howard James Barlow Jr. and Anita Ann Rhoades Barlow. She attended schools in Roseburg and graduated with the class of 1984. She married Jay Getz on June 15, 2007, in Las Vegas. She worked at Home Depot and Wal-Mart in Rock Springs. Her interests included remodeling, home improvement, animals and Dalmatians. Survivors include her husband, Jay Getz of Rock Springs, mother, Anita Ann Barlow of Roseburg; sisters, Kelly Bornstedt and fiancé Jim Goich of Rock Springs and Jody Barlow of Roseburg; grandparents, Earl and Marion Rhoades of Redmond, Ore.; one aunt and one uncle; several cousins; and nieces and nephews, Michael, Karli, Erika, Matthew and Olivia. She was preceded in death by her father, and grandparents, Howard Sr. and Pearl Barlow and Eva Rhoades. --- Fox Funeral Home, Jul 15, 2009 Dodi Lynn Arnold Dodi Lynn Arnold, 45, of Littleton, Colorado died Tuesday, July 14, 2009 of injuries sustained in an automobile accident near Rock Springs. She was born June 6, 1964 in Tucson, Arizona, the daughter of David Kent Clow and Doris Duane Buskirk. She married Jonathan Robert Arnold on December 21, 1991 in Denver, Colorado. Services are pending at this time. --- Rock Springs Daily Rocket-Miner, Jul 11, 2009 PAMELA K. WOOLSEY CLEARFIELD, Utah - Funeral services for Pamela K. Woolsey were conducted Friday, July 3, 2009, at the United Church of Christ Congregational Church in Green River. Internment followed at the Riverview Cemetery in Green River. Mrs. Woolsey, 52, of 1550 S. 1000 E., Clearfield, Utah, died Friday, June 26, 2009, following a sudden illness. She was born Oct. 4, 1956, in Rock Springs, the daughter of Bobby J. and Donna June Cudney. She attended schools in Sunset and Clearfield, Utah. She married Leonard Woolsey on Sept. 6, 1975. They were married for 30 years. Her interests included spending time with her family, especially her grandchildren; reading and her computer. She worked at Hill Air Force Base with the F-16 Technical Group, which allowed her to travel the world. She is survived by her parents, Donna and Bob Cudney of Green River; former husband, Leonard Woolsey of Brigham City, Utah; brother, Robert L. Cudney and wife Connie of Green River, son, Brett Woolsey and wife Christine of West Valley, Utah; six grandchildren, Justis, Cassidy, Damion, Ayden, Jayden and McKenzie; and several aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews and cousins. She was preceded in death by her grandparents, Mable and John Lewis and Thelma and Bill Cudney; and a younger sister, Cindy Simpson. --- Fox Funeral Home Kinni Marie Arnold, Jul 15, 2009 Kinni Marie Arnold, 24, of Littleton, Colorado died Tuesday July 14, 2009 from injuries sustained in an automobile accident near Rock Springs. She was born February 8, 1985 in Denver, the daughter of Jonathan Robert Arnold and Dodi Lynn Clow. Services are pending at this time. --- Fox Funeral Home, Jul 15, 2009 Bailey Anne Arnold Bailey Anne Arnold, 15, of Littleton, Colorado died Tuesday, July 14, 2009 from injuries sustained in an automobile accident near Rock Springs. She was born April 14, 1994 in Denver, Colorado, the daughter of Jonathan Robert Arnold and Dodi Lynn Clow. Services are pending at this time. --- Salt Lake Tribune, Jul 15, 2009 Barbara Lynne Hilton Barwick Barbara Lynne Hilton Barwick 1954 ~ 2009 Our loving wife, mother, daughter, sister, aunt and friend passed away peacefully in her sleep July 12, 2009. She was born July 10, 1954 to Dr. LaMarr and Raona Evans Hilton in Salt Lake City, Utah, the third of five children. The "glue" that held us together. She attended nursing school at Western Wyoming Community College and graduated from Salt Lake Community College as an RN in 2003 after working the previous 20 years as an LPN in Heber, Salt Lake City and Rock Springs, Wyoming. She was employed as a registered nurse for the Salt Lake Valley Health Department Travel Clinic, certified in international travel. She provided immunizations, education, and treatment to missionaries and foreign travelers. She was a trusted expert in her field. She was a kind friend and role model to many who knew her. Her greatest joy was her family in the work of her own home. She married Robert "Bob" William Barwick Jr. March 3, 1984 and was sealed to her family for time and all eternity in the Salt Lake LDS Temple March 3, 1988. She has three daughters of whom she was very proud: Raona "Ranie", Sarah "Sadie" and Emily "Emma". She was a faithful member of the LDS Church and had a strong testimony of the gospel. She served a health mission for the church in Australia, and in many other callings including presidencies of the Relief Society, Young Women's, Primary and as ward and stake Girls Camp Director. She lived to serve as many people as she could. She was empathetic, generous, loving, merciful, kind, enthusiastic and spunky. She is preceded in death by two daughters, that died in infancy; father; grandparents; brothers-in-law: Jack Edwards, Jerry Cederburg and Jim Cederberg. She is survived by her mother; husband, daughters, brothers: Ray, Mike (Lorraine) Cannon and Dennis (Angi) Hilton; sister, Peggy (Kevin) Sevy; brother-in-law, Bill (Joan) Cederburg; sisters-in-law, Marisue (Richard) Noble, Lil Serna, and Joan Cederburg, many nieces, nephews, cousins and wonderful friends. We know that families are forever and look forward to seeing you again! Funeral services will be held Friday, July 17, 2009, 10:00 a.m. at the Bennion Heights 7th Ward, 3045 West Bernina Dr. (5837 So). Viewings will be held Thursday, July 16, 2009, 6-8 p.m. at McDougal Funeral Home, 4330 South Redwood Road and Friday at the church, 9-9:45 a.m. Interment, Mountain View Cemetery, Rock Springs, WY. --- Green River Star, Jul 15, 2009 Lila Mae Cross Lila Mae Cross, 70, of Rock Springs passed away July 11, 2009, at her home surrounded by her family. A longtime resident of Rock Springs and former resident of Nebraska, Cross passed away following a lengthy illness. She was born on Aug. 15, 1938, in Cambridge, Neb., the daughter of the late Ora Leonard and Mable Rose Haussler Noltie. Cross attended schools in Arapahoe, Neb., and graduated from Arapahoe High School with the class of 1955. She married Vaughn E. Cross in Edison, Neb., on April 7, 1956. They shared ownership and operated Vaughn’s Plumbing and Heating for four decades. Cross was a member of the Trinity Lutheran Church in Rock Springs; Quilting Club and Investment Club. Her interests include spending time with her family, grandchildren and great-grandson. She also enjoyed spending time in Pinedale, quilting and watching her grandchildren’s sports activities. She was also involved in many church activities. Survivors include her husband Vaughn E. Cross of Rock Springs; three sons Kevin Cross and wife Elizabeth of Rock Springs, Kendall Cross of Pinedale, and Kayle Cross and wife Tracie of Rock Springs; one daughter Lenni Leiting and husband Mitchell of Queen Creek, Ariz.; three sisters Carleen Fiene of Cambridge, Neb., Connie Maginnis of Clearfield, Utah, and Brenda Norblade and husband Terry of Axtell, Neb.; nine grandchildren and one great-grandson. She was preceded in death by her parents, grandparents, one brother Kenneth Noltie, sister-in-law Delores Cross and brother-in-law Eldon Fiene. Following cremation at Vase White Mountain Crematory a memorial service will be conducted Thursday at 11 a.m. at Trinity Lutheran Church, 3101 College Drive in Rock Springs. Pastor Scott Schields will conduct the services. Friends may call on Thursday at the church one hour prior to services. The family of Lila Mae Cross respectfully suggests that memorials in her memory be made to Hospice of Sweetwater County, 809 Thompson Street, Suite D, Rock Springs, WY 82901 or Cowboys Against Cancer, 1893 Dewar Drive, Rock Springs, WY 82901. The family will be receiving relatives and friends at 100 Hill Street in Rock Springs. --- Pinedale Roundup, Jul 16, 2009 Calvin “Dee” Potter Calvin "Dee" Potter, 82, of Manila, Utah passed away on Monday, July 6, 2009 at the University of Utah Medical Center in Salt Lake City, Utah. A long time resident of Manila, Utah and former resident of Rock Springs, Wyoming, Mr. Potter had been in ill health since mid May. He was born on December 14, 1926 in Washam District, Wyoming, the son of the late Timothy and Bertha Potter. Dee attended school in Washam District, Wyoming and Manila, Utah. He was a United States Navy Veteran of World War II. Dee married the former Donna Twitchell on April 17, 1947 in Green River, Wyoming, their marriage was later solemnized at the Salt Lake Temple on May 12, 1965. She preceded him in death on January 13, 1998. He later married Marian Stevenson on July 18, 1998 in Vernal, Utah at the Vernal Temple. Dee had a love for ranching and following his retirement as a mechanic, he worked at helping his family with ranch work. He had a great love for working in the temple and serving others. His interests included spending time with his family and horseback riding. Survivors include his wife Marian of Manila, Utah one son Calvin Dee and Tracy Potter, Jr of Layton, Utah, five daughters and sons-in-law Betty Lou and Gene Pearson of Daniel, Wyoming, Leona Gay and Jim Rogers of Laramie, Wyoming, Sharlene and Gary Lozier of Big Piney, Wyoming, Jeanette and Ray Sanborn of Daniel, Wyoming and Joanette and Lonnie Buck of Bastrop, Texas; also are his step children; Bill and Tammy Stevenson of Farmington, New Mexico and Dan and Jill Stevenson of Manila Utah and Terri Tubbs of Price Utah; four brothers Burl and Norma Potter of Bullfrog Arizona, Skip and Donna Potter of Dell, Montana, Dave and Kay Potter of McKinnon Wyoming and Louis and Pat Potter of Mountain View, Wyoming; three sisters Fon Slagowski of Manila, Utah, Reva Beckwith of Denver, Colorado and Rena and Allen Pallesen of Manila, Utah; 15 grandchildren; 27 great-grandchildren and 15 step-grandchildren and 22 step-great-grandchildren; numerous nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents; first wife Donna Potter; one sister Eleanor Blackham; four brothers Timothy Elija Potter, Lafayette Potter, Everett Potter and Vern Potter. Funeral Services were conducted at 11:00 A.M. Monday, July 13, 2009 at the L.D.S. Stake Center, 2055 Edgar Street, Rock Springs, Wyoming. Military Graveside Services and Interment were conducted by the American Legion Archie Hay Post #24 at Rest Haven Memorial Gardens. --- Rock Springs Daily Rocket-Miner, Jul 18, 2009 ANDREW JOHN SIMKIN Funeral services for Andrew John Simkin were conducted Tuesday, July 14, 2009, at the Vase Funeral Chapel, Rock Springs. The Rev. Richard Carlson conducted the services. Interment was in the Rest Haven Memorial Gardens. Simkin, 16, of 2404 Sierra Road, Rock Springs, Wyoming, died Thursday, July 9, 2009, at Memorial Hospital of Sweetwater County. He was a lifelong resident of Rock Springs. He was born April 22, 1993, in Rock Springs, the son of Dale Alan Simkin and Heather Bruce. He was a junior at Rock Springs High School. He voiced interest in becoming a game warden following high school. His interest included being a Dallas Cowboy fan, hunting, fishing, camping and spending time with family and friends. Survivors include his parents, Dale Simkin and stepmother Traci Simkin of Rock Springs; mother, Heather Bruce of North Carolina; four brothers, Christopher Simkin, Brent Simkin and Dale Michael Simkin, all of Rock Springs, and Jacob Westby of Casper; two sisters, Jessica Westby and Cortney Westby, both of Rock Springs; paternal grandmothers, Nadine Wilburn of Rock Springs and Pat Simkin of Lander; maternal grandfather, Harry Bruce of Arizona; several aunts and uncles, including DeVonne and husband Deiter Lane of Boulder, Colo., Dean Simkin of Casper and Carl Bruce of South Dakota; and many cousins, nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his paternal grandfather, Jack Simkin; and his cat, Chuck. --- Rock Springs Daily Rocket-Miner, Jul 18, 2009 BARBARA BETH STOLL BARKER Funeral services for Barbara Beth Stoll Barker were conducted Thursday, July 9, 2009, at the Fox Funeral Home, Rock Springs. Cremation has taken place. Mrs. Barker, 65, of Green River, died Sunday, July 4, 2009, at the St. John’s Living Center in Jackson. She was born Feb. 20, 1944, in Rock Springs, the daughter of Kenneth and Grace Switzer Stoll. After her father’s death, her mother Grace and Willard Youtz blended their families. She attended schools in Riverton and Green River, graduating from Green River High School with the class of 1962. She married John F. Barker in September 1962 in Green River. They had three children. She was a member of the St. John’s Episcopal Church in Green River. She was employed as a cashier for Safeway and Farmer Jacks in Green River for several years. Her interests included her grandchildren and great-grandchildren, hunting and fishing. Survivors include her husband, John Barker of Green River; children, Jim Barker and wife Cori Griffiths of Eden, Wendy Blaisdell and husband Bill of Rock Springs and Jennifer Barker and husband Burt Beamer of Omaha, Neb.; brothers and sisters, John and Kam Stoll, Joe and Mary Ann Stoll, Carol “Neenie” and Curt Cornelisen, Gayle and Sheryl Lain, Phala Stoll, Connie and Susan Lain, Zoe Lain, Gaylynne Winckler, Sonja and Stan Geyer, Bethann and Peter Matousek and David and Wilma Youtz; grandchildren, Samantha Barker Heward, Steven Heward, Tabatha Blaisdell, Aldo Valdez, Courtney Barker, Nick Strampe, Patrick Blaisdell, Robert Allen, Daniel Blaisdell, Shawn Allen and Cortland Barker; great-grandchildren, Maddix Javier aldez and Robert Dwayne Heward; several nieces, nephews and cousins; and many friends. She was preceded in death by her parents; one brother, Douglas Stoll; and two grandchildren, Amanda Barker and John Terry “J.T.” Blaisdell. --- Rock Springs Daily Rocket-Miner, Jul 18, 2009 Fox Funeral Home, Jul 27, 2009 Vance Patrick Kiernan Vance Patrick Kiernan, 38, of Rock Springs, died Monday, July 27, 2009 at Memorial Hospital of Sweetwater County in Rock Springs. He was born January 3, 1971 in Rock Springs, the son of Wilfred and Julia Kiernan Bowker. He attended schools in Rock Springs and graduated from Rock Springs High School with the class of 1989. After high school, he served in the US Army during the Gulf War. He had been employed by Black Butte Coal for the last 6 years. Pat was a member of Grace Baptist Church. His interests included his family, camping, BBQ's, the Philadelphia Eagles and spending time with his kids. Survivors include daughter, Kelsey June Kiernan of Rock Springs; son, Donavynn VicPatrick Kiernan of Butte, Montana; mother, Julia Bowker of Rock Springs; brothers, Brian Williams and wife Sian and Jack Bowker all of Rock Springs; sisters, Wanda Petty and husband Kenneth Jr. and Annette Bowker all of Rock Springs; nephews Trey Petty and Keaton Bowker and niece, Marissa Petty all of Rock Springs; numerous, aunts, uncles, cousins and close friends. He was preceded in death by his father, Wilfred Bowker; sister, Wilanna Bowker; grandparents, John Thomas Kiernan, Okal Kiernan Davison, Wilfred Bowker Sr., and Anne Marie Bowker. Funeral services will be conducted at 1:00 pm Monday, August 3, 2009 at the Grace Baptist Church, 100 Willow at Walnut, Rock Springs. Friends may call Sunday 5-8 p.m. at Fox Funeral Home, 2800 Commercial Way, Rock Springs and one hour prior to the services at the church. Interment will take place in the Rock Springs Municipal Cemetery, Rock Springs. --- Green River Star, Jul 29, 2009 Helen Yolanda Hafey Helen Yolanda Hafey, 96, of Rock Springs, died July 23, 2009, at her home surrounded by her family. She was born in Sheridan County June 16, 1913, the daughter of Pete and Mary Bumbaca. She grew up in Kleenburn and Sheridan, graduating from Sheridan High School in 1931. She attended business college in Billings, Mont., and worked for an attorney in Sheridan and later for the Sheridan County Court. She married Joe Giovale in June of 1936, and they established their home in Rock Springs. They founded Giovale’s Liquor Store and Bar in 1938 and operated it until his death in 1945. She then married Art Hafey in 1948 and assisted him for many years in his real estate business. He preceded her in death in 1993. She was a devoted wife, mother and grandmother. Her first priority was always her family. She is survived by two sons and daughters-in-law, Joseph and Karen Giovale of Rock Springs, and John and Ginger Giovale of Flagstaff, Ariz.; one sister, Rosemary Petit of San Diego; nine grandchildren; 17 great-grandchildren; two great-great-grandchildren; several nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents, her husbands and one brother, James Bumbaca. Funeral services will be conducted at 11 a.m. Thursday at the LDS Stake Center in Rock Springs. Interment will be in the Paul J. Wataha Memorial Park. Friends may call today from 5 until 8 p.m. at Vase Chapel and on Thursday morning at the LDS Stake Center one hour prior to services. The family of Helen Y. Hafey suggests donations in her memory be made to Hospice of Sweetwater County. --- Green River Star, Aug 7, 2009 Georgia L. Kruse Georgia L. Kruse, 88, of Green River, passed away Aug. 5 following a lengthy illness. She was born Feb. 22, 1921, in Elko County, Nev., the daughter of the late Albert and Callie Edwards Trescartes. She married John E. Kruse in Elko, he later preceded her in death. She worked as a waitress for several restaurants. Her intersects included horseback riding and working in her yard. Survivors include one son and daughter-in-law, Bradley and Kathy Hess of North Highlands, Calif.; one daughter, Sharon Davis of Green River; five grandchildren and nine great grandchildren. Following cremation at the Vase White Mountain Crematory a memorial service will be conducted at 11 a.m. August 12 at the Vase Flaming Gorge Chapel in Green River. Father Tom Sheridan of The Immaculate Conception Catholic Church will officiate. Inurnment will be in the Rock Springs Municipal Cemetery in Rock Springs. --- Green River Star, Aug 7, 2009 David L. Krasovec David L. Krasovec, 65, of Rock Springs, passed away Aug. 4 at the University of Utah Hospital in Salt Lake City. He was born on Aug. 30, 1943, in Rock Springs, the son of the late Anton and Ione Andrews Krasovec. After high school, he worked as an elevator man at the North Side State Bank in Rock Springs. Later, he worked as a greeter for Walmart until Dec. 7, 2004. He was retired and loved to walk all over town and sit in Bunning Park listening to the summer band concerts. He was a member of the Rock Springs Odd Fellows Lodge and was well known at the Young at Heart Senior Center where he ate lunch every day He was an active member of the Church. --- Rock Springs Daily Rocket-Miner, Aug 8, 2009 THELMA MAE OVERY EDWARDS Funeral services for Thelma Mae Overy Edwards were conducted Tuesday, Aug. 4, 2009, at the Green River LDS Stake Center, Green River. Interment followed in the Riverview Cemetery in Green River. Mrs. Edwards, 73, of Green River, died Thursday, July 30, 2009, at the Intermountain Medical Center in Murray, Utah. She was born May 5, 1936, in Rock Springs, the daughter of William Clifford and Thelma Mae Dexter Overy. She lived and attended school in Superior and graduated from Superior High School with the class of 1955. She also attended the LDS Business School in Salt Lake City, graduating in 1956. She was employed for Mountain Fuel Supply Company (Questar) in Rock Springs for three years. She married Jack Edwards on Oct. 3, 1959 in Rock Springs. The ceremony was performed by her father, who was a bishop at the time. Their marriage was later solemnized in the Logan LDS Temple on Oct. 2, 1962. She was a member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, serving in many positions. She and her husband served in the Vernal LDS Temple for three years and in the bishop's storehouse for 18 months. Her interests included her family, camping, family reunions, crocheting, hand work, creating greeting cards with rubber stamps, scrapbooking with her children's photos, traveling and flowers, especially red roses. Survivors include her husband, Jack Edwards of Green River; children, Stephen William Edwards and wife Veronica Edwards, Keith Richard Edwards and Penny RaNae Edwards; and granddaughters, Nicholle Edwards Gerharter, Michelle Edwards and Emi Hensley. She was preceded in death by her parents; and a son, Thomas Jack Edwards. --- Green River Star, Aug 12, 2009 Margaret Kay Motto Keldsen Margaret Kay Motto Keldsen, 51, of Cheyenne passed away Aug. 7, 2009, in Cheyenne. A longtime resident of Cheyenne and former resident of Rock Springs Keldsen died following a brief illness. She was born May 8, 1958, in Rock Springs, the daughter of John and Angela Edd Motto. Keldsen attended school in Rock Springs and was a 1976 graduate of the Rock Springs High School. She also attended and graduated from the University of Wyoming with a degree in teaching. She was employed as an elementary education teacher for many years in Cheyenne. Her interests included spending time with her children. She also enjoyed doing needlepoint and singing. She was a member of the Roman Catholic Church. Survivors include her parents Lena and Bob Zelenka [sic] of Rock Springs; two children Michael Keldsen of Denver and Christine Keldsen of Laramie; two sisters Angela Hawks of Grand Junction, Colo., and Barbara Zelenka of Rock Springs; one brother Mike Motto of Rock Springs; one niece and two nephews; several aunts, uncles and cousins. She was preceded in death by her father John Motto; one brother Mike Motto; her maternal and paternal grandparents. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 1:30 p.m. Thursday at Our Lady of Sorrows Catholic Church, 116 Broadway in Rock Springs. A parish rosary will be recited at 7 tonight at Vase Funeral Chapel, 154 Elk Street in Rock Springs. Interment will be in Rock Springs Municipal Cemetery. Friends may call at the Vase Chapel from 4-8 p.m. today and on Thursday at the chapel one hour prior to services. Pallbearers are Thomas Hawks, Kevin Hawks, Jim Zanetti, Dale Gillespie, Joe Lison and Gary Pedri. The family of Margaret Kay Motto Keldsen respectfully suggests that donations in her memory be made to Davis Hospice Center, 6000 Sycamore Road, Cheyenne, WY 82009. --- Green River Star, Aug 12, 2009 Frank Peternel, Jr. Frank Peternel Jr., 87, of Rock Springs passed away Aug. 10, 2009, at Memorial Hospital of Sweetwater County. A longtime resident of Rock Springs, Peternel died following a lengthy illness. He was born on July 26, 1922, in Reliance, the son of the late Frank and Mary Peternel. Peternel attended school in Rock Springs and was a 1941 graduate of the Rock Springs High School. He married the former Melva Ann Soulsby in Rock Springs on June 27, 1953. Peternel was a United States Army veteran of World War II. He was employed at Stauffer Chemical for 27 years and retired as surface maintenance mechanic in 1987. He was a member of Holy Spirit Catholic Community, American Fraternal Union, Knights of Columbus, Fraternal Order of Eagles and American Legion Archie Hay Post No. 24. His interests included gardening and spending time with his family and friends, and he was an avid New York Yankee fan. Survivors include his wife Melva Peternel of Rock Springs; one son Vincent Peternel of Rock Springs; one sister Clara O. Tipp of Rock Springs; several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents; one daughter Barbara Ann Peternel; two sisters Frances Dernovich and Mary A. Peternel. A Mass of Christian burial will be celebrated at 10 a.m. Friday at Saints Cyril and Methodius Catholic Church, 633 Bridger Avenue in Rock Springs. A parish rosary will be recited at 7 p.m. Thursday at the church. Military graveside services and interment will be conducted by the American Legion Archie Hay Post No. 24 at the Rock Springs Municipal Cemetery. Friends may call at the church on Thursday from 5 p.m. until time of rosary and on Friday at the church until time of services. The family of Frank Peternel respectfully suggests that donations in his memory be made to Holy Spirit Catholic Parish, 116 Broadway, Rock Springs, WY 82901. --- Green River Star, Sep 2, 2009 Antonia “Tony” N. Mitchelson Antonia ‘Tony’ N. Mitchelson, 85, of Rock Springs passed away Aug. 29, 2009, at Memorial Hospital of Sweetwater County. A lifelong resident of Rock Springs, Mitchelson died following a lengthy illness. She was born March 16, 1924, in Hudson, the daughter of the late Jerry and Helen Rogers Notar. Mitchelson attended school in Winton and Reliance. She married Jack Mitchelson in Rock Springs on June 28, 1952, and he preceded her in death Aug. 28, 2006. Mitchelson was a nurses’ aid at Sweetwater County Memorial Hospital. She was an avid bowler. Mitchelson was a member of Holy Spirit Catholic Community. Survivors include two sons Tim Macy and wife Bonnie of Rock Springs and Jack Macy and wife Vickie of Casper; one daughter Jean Popp of Springcreek, Nev.; several grandchildren; several great-grandchildren; two nieces and two nephews; friend Teddy Vankam. She was preceded in death by her parents; husband; two sisters Barbara Noble and Rose Marie Clark. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 10 a.m. Thursday at Our Lady of Sorrows Catholic Church, 116 Broadway in Rock Springs. A parish rosary will be recited at 7 p.m. today at the Vase Funeral Chapel, 154 Elk Street in Rock Springs. Interment will be in the Rock Springs Municipal Cemetery. Friends may call at the Vase Chapel from 4-7 p.m. today and on Thursday morning at the chapel until time of services. The family of Antonia ‘Tony’ N. Mitchelson respectfully suggests that donations in her memory be made to Hospice of Sweetwater County, 809 Thompson Street, Suite D, Rock Springs. --- Rock Springs Daily Rocket-Miner, Aug 15, 2009 ROSALINE “BECKY” FRANCES BRAMWELL A mass of Christian burial for Rosaline "Becky" Frances Bramwell was celebrated Wednesday, Aug. 5, 2009, at the Immaculate Conception Catholic Church, Green River. Interment followed in the Riverview Cemetery. A parish rosary was recited Tuesday, Aug. 4, 2009, at the church. Mrs. Bramwell, 73, of 410 Bramwell St., Green River, died Thursday, July 30, 2009, at the Rose Medical Center in Denver. A lifelong resident of Green River, she had been in ill health since September 2008. She was born July 29, 1936, in Rock Springs, the daughter of Angelie and Emma "Dollie” Scarpos. She attended school in Green River and was a 1954 graduate of Green River High School. She married Alfred “Apple” E. Bramwell on Oct. 9, 1955. Mrs. Bramwell was employed by the Union Pacific Railroad as a billing clerk for many years. She was a member of Holy Trinity Greek Orthodox Church and Fraternal Order of Eagles Auxiliary. Her interests included spending time with her grandchildren, crocheting and knitting. Survivors include her husband, Alfred "Apple" E. Bramwell of Green River; five sons; two sisters, Allison Acton and Mary Thuerk; nine grandchildren; seven great-grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents. --- Rock Springs Daily Rocket-Miner, Aug 15, 2009 LOUISE A. STEWART Following cremation, a memorial mass for Louise A. Stewart was celebrated Saturday, Aug. 8, 2009, at the Immaculate Conception Catholic Church, Green River. A memorial rosary was recited Friday, Aug. 7, 2009. Inurnment followed in the Riverview Cemetery. Mrs. Stewart, 79, died Wednesday, July 29, 2009. A lifelong resident of Green River, she died following a lengthy illness. She was born Dec. 8, 1929, in Green River, the daughter of Louis and Elizabeth Bozner. She attended school in Green River and was a graduate of Lincoln High School. She married Leo M. Stewart on June 12, 1950. Mrs. Stewart worked at the Bosen Recovery Center and retired in 2000. She was a member of the Immaculate Conception Catholic Church and Fraternal Order of the Eagles Auxiliary No. 2350. Her interests included camping at Louie Lake and spending time with her children and grandchildren, Survivors include six children, Daniel M. Stewart, Antoinette "Toni" Hargrove and husband Rick, Douglas L. Stewart and wife Barb, Tammy L. Neilsen, Kraig S. Stewart and Chris and Patrick M. Stewart; 17 grandchildren Tracy Stewart, Jason Stewart, Jareb Stewart, Kirsten Stewart, Cami Stewart, Christy Hargrove, Sabrina Hargrove, Shasta Brackett, Katie Stewart, Jacob Stewart, Karen Neilsen, Lana Olero, Timmy Neilsen, Tycee Neilsen, Steven Stewart, Ashlee Stewart and Isabelle Rose; 17 great-grandchildren; two sisters, Jenny Davis and Mary Marcitti; and two brothers, Frank Bozner and Cyril Bozner. She was preceded in death by her parents; husband, Leo M. Stewart; two brothers, John Yeager and Willy Bozner; three sisters, Betty Rodrick, Freda Brittenham and Tillie Howard; and two grandchildren, Neal Stewart and Anthony Hargrove. --- Rock Springs Daily Rocket-Miner, Aug 15, 2009 ROSE MARIE WRIGHT AURORA, Colo.—A mass of Christian burial for Rose Marie Korhonen Wright was celebrated Friday, Aug. 7, 2009, at Our Lady of Sorrows Catholic Church, Rock Springs. The Rev. Carl Beavers officiated. A parish rosary was recited Thursday. Interment followed at the Rest Haven Memorial Gardens, north of Rock Springs. Ms. Wright, 61, of Denver, died Wednesday, July 29, 2009 in Aurora, Colo. She was born Oct. 5, 1947 in Rock Springs the daughter of Toivo and Patricia Gavin Korhonen. She attended schools in Superior and Rock Springs, graduating from Rock Springs High School with the class of 1966. She attended the University of Wyoming and graduated in 1972 with a degree in physics. She married Leroy Wright in 1973. They later divorced. She moved to the Denver area in 1980 and worked several years until her health would no longer permit it. Her interests included traveling, the outdoors, and helping with church activities in the Denver area. Survivors include her brother, Bill Korhonen of Rock Springs; nieces, Janel Goff and husband Kevin and children of Casper; Angela Fleming and daughter, Madeline of Denver; and nephew, Michael Korhonen and wife Stacey and daughter of Aurora. She was preceded in death by her parents and grandparents. --- Rock Springs Daily Rocket-Miner, Aug 22, 2009 LeROY KEITH HENKLE Graveside services and interment for LeRoy Keith Henkle were conducted Friday, Aug. 14, 2009, at the Rest Haven Memorial Gardens Cemetery, north of Rock Springs. Mr. Henkle, 75, of 1460 Main St., Reliance, died Sunday, Aug. 9, 2009, at his home. A longtime Reliance resident and former resident of Laramie, he died following a lengthy illness. He was born May 16, 1934, in Sigourney, Iowa, the son of Roy and Cecil Henkle. He attended school in Cantrel, Iowa. He married the former Carol Howell on May 16, 1958, in Fort Collins, Colo. Mr. Henkle was a U.S. Marine veteran. He was the owner and operator of C&S Electric for 20 years and retired 1998. His interests included hunting, fishing, camping and spending time with his family and friends. Survivors include his wife, Carol Henkle of Reliance; daughter, Sandy Greiff and husband Fred of Reliance; granddaughter, Breanna Greiff of Reliance; niece, Carla Sutter and husband John of Rock Springs; extended family, Harley and Tammy Christiansen and children Kody and Kaycii, all of Rock Springs; brother-in-law, Tom Howell and wife Beth of Laramie; three sisters-in-law, Jettie Lopuch of Laramie, Deb Rogers and husband Carl of Laramie and Kathy Black and husband Keith of Cheyenne; and several nieces and nephews, He was preceded in death by his parents, several brothers and sisters. --- Rock Springs Daily Rocket-Miner, Aug 29, 2009 HENRIETTA “HENRI” JOSEPHINE BOWDEN THORNTON, Colo. -- A mass of Christian burial for Henrietta "Henri" Josephine Bowden was celebrated Thursday, Aug. 20, 2009, at the Immaculate Conception Catholic Church, Green River. A parish rosary was: recited Wednesday, Aug. 19, 2009, Interment fol. lowed in the Riverview Cemetery. Mrs. Bowden. 55, of 2115 E. 126th Way, Thornton, Colo., died Saturday, Aug. 15, 2009, at her home. A Thornton resident for the past seven years and former longtime resident of Green River, she died following a lengthy illness. She was born April 11, 1954, in Jaroso, Colo., the daughter of Robert and Olivia Cortez. She attended schools in Silver City and Questa, N.M. and was a 1972 graduate of Questa High School. She was a former rodeo queen in New Mexico. She married Alan Bowden on May 21, 1972, in Taos, N.M. Mrs. Bowden was a member of the Sacred Heart of Mary Catholic Church in Thornton. Her interests included crocheting, reading, doing crafts with her grandchildren, family, pets, watching the food network, murder mysteries, playing computer games, cooking and writing humorous short stories of her family's everyday life. Survivors include her husband, Alan Bowden of Thornton; two daughters, Annika Smith and husband Brian of Rock Springs and Denise Welch and husband Bobby of Green River; four brothers, Alex Cortez of Tucson, Ariz., Richard Cortez of Green River, Steve Bowden of Albuquerque, N.M., and Ridge Bowden of Rudoso, N.M.; four sisters, Teresa Trujillo and Karen Cortez, both of Questa, and Vicky Griego and Judy Crampton, both of Farmington, N.M; five grandchildren, Jaden, Daylan and Dax Smith and Rayne and Lander Weich; and several nieces and nephews including Brad Cortez, Robbie Cortez, David Griego, Patrick Cortez, Dominic Cortez, Daniel Trujillo, Corey Trujillo, Jaimie Berger, Chelsea Cortez, Karrie Cortez, Tristan Bowden and Ely?? Crampton. She was preceded in death by her stepfather, Ruben Sanchez; and her maternal grandparents Jake and Lila Segura. --- Rock Springs Daily Rocket-Miner, Sep 5, 2009 GLYDA E. GADDO Funeral services for Glyda E. Gaddo were conducted Saturday, Aug. 29, 2009, at the Green River LDS Stake Center, Green River. Interment followed in the Riverview Cemetery Mrs. Gaddo, 73, of Rock Springs, died Tuesday, Aug. 25, 2009, at Memorial Hospital of Sweetwater County after a sudden illness. She was born Jan. 17, 1936, in Green River, the daughter of Harold Leslie and Ruth Rosetta Race Laughter. She attended schools in Green River and graduated from Lincoln High School with the class of 1954. She married Barney Ray Gaddo on Feb. 18, 1956 in Green River. She was a member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints and Daughters of Utah Pioneers. Her interests included collecting Swarovski crystal, reading, cooking holiday dinners and spending time with her family. She is survived by her husband, Barney Gaddo of Rock Springs; two daughters, Terri Lynn Daniel of Green River and Bonnie Jean Gaddo of Kihei, Maui, Hawaii; two brothers, Harold Race Laughter and wife Mary Ellen of Morgan, Utah, and Theron Ray Laughter and wife Evelyn of Green River; one sister, Sherie Ann Anderson and husband David of Green River; four grandchildren, Tia Kay Desirena and husband Victor of Green River, Vendy Mae Borzea and husband Sean of Boise, Idaho, Jenny Rae Daniel of Salt Lake City and Zachariah Holden Gaddo of Rock Springs; four great-grandchildren, Ariana Lynn, Greta Anne, Aden Michael and John Clate Borzea, all of Boise; and numerous cousins, nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents; two brothers; one sister; and sister-in-law, Janice Laughter. --- Rock Springs Daily Rocket-Miner, Sep 5, 2009 DALE NEUMANN Graveside services with military honors and interment for Dale Neumann were conducted Wednesday, Sept. 2, 2009, at the Riverview Cemetery. Mr. Neumann, 76, of Green River, died Saturday, Aug. 29, 2009, at his home. He was a former resident of Fairview Heights and Lebanon, Ill. He was born Nov. 2, 1932, near Highland, Ill., the son of Reuben Walter and Violet Monken Neumann. He married Janet Catherine Klohr on Dec, 26, 1953, at St. Paul's Lutheran Church in Fairview, III. He served in the U.S. Navy during the Korean War. After his service in the Navy, he worked as a welder and draftsman for Independent Engineering in O'Fallon, Ill. Mr. Neumann entered the home remodeling business and started his own business called Royal Oaks Builders, where he worked for the next 20 years. He and his wife moved to Lebanon, where they owned and operated Wee Whittle Works. He then retired and moved with his wife to Green River. Survivors include his wife, Janet of Green River; two sons, Kurt Neumann and wife Kristy of Fairview Heights and Scott Neumann of Green River; two daughters, Lynn Neumann of Maryville, III., and Fay Frye and husband Gayland of Green River; three sisters, Betty Wuller of Belleville, ill., Bonnie Gain and husband Louis of Jacksonville, Ill., and Suzanne Victoria and husband Richie of Freeburg. Ill.: brother, Terry Neumann Belleville, Ill.; brother-in-law, Leo Klohr and wife Judy of Raleigh, N.C.; eight grandchildren; and six great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents, Reuben and Violet Neumann; and brother-in-law, Jack Wuller. --- Rock Springs Daily Rocket-Miner, Sep 5, 2009 MARY FRANCES ROICH Private family services were conducted for Mary Frances Roich, at her request. Cremation has taken place. Mrs. Roich, 88, of Rock Springs, died Thursday, Aug. 27, 2009, at her home. A longtime Rock Springs resident, she had been in ill health for a few years. She was born June 30, 1921, in Rock Springs, the daughter of Valentin and Frances Barteli Yugovich. She attended school in Rock Springs and was a Rock Springs High School graduate with the class of 1939. She later attended and graduated from Mercy Hospital School of Nursing in Denver. She also attended the University of Minnesota. A U.S. Army veteran of World War II, she served in the Army Nurse Corps from March 27, 1944, until she was discharged as a first lieutenant on Feb. 2, 1946. She married Pete Roich on Nov, 4, 1946, in Rock Springs at the SS. Cyril and Methodius Catholic Church. He preceded her in death. Mrs. Roich was employed as a registered nurse for 46 years and retired in June 1986. She was a member of Holy Spirit Catholic Community, Young at Heart Recreational Center, American Legion Archie Play Post No. 24 and AARP. She was a charter member of Women in Military Service for America. Her interests included reading, playing cards, working puzzles, driving and sight seeing Survivors include two sons, Nick Roich and wife Karla and Mike Roich and wife Gwen, all of Rock Springs; three sisters, Frances Adams and Valentina Lenzi, both of Rock Springs, and Anne Menghini of Temple City, Calif.; two grandchildren, Adam Roich and Abby Roich; and several nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her husband; parents, one sister, Julia Pivik; and three brothers. --- Rock Springs Daily Rocket-Miner, Sep 5, 2009 WILLIAM DEAN SMITH Funeral services for William Dean Smith were conducted Saturday, Aug. 29, 2009, at the Green River LDS Third Ward Chapel. Bishop David Young officiated Military honors and interment followed in the Riverview Cemetery. Mr. Smith, 83, of Green River died Saturday Aug, 22, 2009, at his home after a brief battle with cancer. He was surrounded by his family. He was born May 24, 1926, in Glencoe, the son of Clarence Edward and Gwendolyn Painter Smith. He was one of three children and attended schools in Kemmerer. He graduated from Kemmerer High School with the class of 1944. After graduation, he joined the U.S. Air Force and served two consecutive one-year terms. He spent time in Germany, where he was involved in the World War II rebuilding process. After an honorable discharge, he attended Brigham Young University from 1947 to 1950, majoring in engineering. He also played football for the BYU Cougars. In fall 1950, Mr. Smith transferred to the University of Utah to complete his engineering degree and graduated as a chemical engineer in 1953. After college graduation, he accepted an engineering position with FMC of Green River, where he was employed until he retired after 38 years. He married Charmaine Fagnant of Kemmerer on June 24, 1952, in the Salt Lake LDS Temple. his interests included his family, hunting, fishing, bowling, camping, boating, building and woodworking. Survivor's include his children, Russell Smith and wife Lee, Nanette Lacey and husband Ken and Brad Smith and wife Tammy, all of Green River, Jan Studer and husband Wally of Rupert, Idaho, and Ross Smith and Tina of Cheyenne; 22 grandchildren and 10 great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his wife, Charmaine; parents, Clarence and Gwen Smith; sister, Beverly; and a brother, Lyle. --- Fox Funeral Home, Sep 8, 2009 Evonne Colvin Casper - Evonne Christine Colvin, 48, of Casper, died September 8, 2009 at her home following a sudden illness. She was born June 28, 1961 in Sheridan, Wyoming, the daughter of Edward H. and Marilyn A. Moffet Miller. She attended schools in Sheridan. Evonne married Scott C. Colvin on September 14, 1986 in Rock Springs. They were later divorced. She had been employed as an assistant housekeeper for the Holiday Inn Express in Casper. Her interests were hunting, camping, gardening, and cooking. Survivors include two daughters, Stacy Colleen Colvin and Shelby Lee Colvin, both of Rock Springs; one brother, Edward G. Miller and wife Ronda of Gillette; two sisters, Carolyn L. Halstead and husband Roger of Rock Springs, Sandra K. Holt and husband Roy of Baggs, Wyoming; special companion Mark Duletsky of Casper; numerous cousins; and numerous nephews and nieces that called her “Aunt Vonnie”. She was preceded in death by her parents, niece, Robin Halstead, and nephew, Justin Schimmer. Memorial services will be held at 11:00 a.m.Tuesday, September 15, 2009 at Fox Funeral Home, 2800 Commercial Way, Rock Springs. Inurnment will follow at the Rock Springs Municipal Cemetery. --- Green River Star, Sep 9, 2009 Elizabeth R. Butcher Elizabeth R. Butcher, 85, of Green River passed away Sept. 6, 2009, at her home. She was born Aug. 11, 1924, in Green River, the daughter of the late John Fred and Rhoda M. Lewis Cruz. Butcher attended schools in Green River and graduated from Lincoln High School with the class of 1942. She married Glen Melvin Butcher on Dec. 18, 1942, in Green River. They were sealed in the LDS Bountiful Temple on Nov. 7, 1998. Butcher was employed by the Union Pacific Western Union Office, telephone office, Sweetwater County Courthouse and was a clerk at several businesses. She retired from the Sweetwater County Courthouse in 1962. She was a member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Her interests included bowling, playing cards and activities with her family. Survivors include her husband Glen Butcher of Green River; one son Michael J. Butcher and wife Rhonda of Rock Springs; three grandchildren; seven great grandchildren and several nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents, one brother, three half brothers, two half sisters and several nieces and nephews. Funeral Services will be conducted at 11 a.m. Thursday at the Green River Stake Center, 120 Shoshone Avenue. Bishop Daryl Parker will officiate. Interment will be in the Riverview Cemetery in Green River. Friends may call at the Stake Center today from 6-8 p.m. Pallbearers are Michael Butcher, Kyle Butcher, John Cruz, Ron Mecioszek, John Butcher and George Fabian. Honorary Pallbearers are Ron Price and Roberrt Messerly. --- Rock Springs Daily Rocket-Miner, Sep 12, 2009 JOHN F. “MICKEY” BARKER Funeral services for John F. "Mickey" Barker were conducted Wednesday, Sept. 2, 2009, at the Fox Funeral Home, Rock Springs. Interment followed in the Riverview Cemetery in Green River. Mr. Barker, 67, of Green River, died Tuesday, Aug. 25, 2009, at Memorial Hospital of Sweetwater County in Rock Springs. He was born Jan. 29, 1942, in Evanston, the son of John H. and Melba E. Hayward Barker. He grew up in Evanston, Coalville, Utah, and Green River. He graduated from Green River High School with the class of 1960. He married Barbara Stoll on Sept. 2, 1962. They raised three children. Mr. Barker worked as a meat cutter for Miller Meat Packing in Logan, Utah, Faler's in Pinedale and Del's Market in Green River, He later worked for OCI until retiring in 2004. His interests included fishing, shooting his guns, collecting many things and spending time with family and friends. Survivors include three children, Jim Barker and Cori Griffith of Eden, Wendy and Bill Blaisdell of Rock Springs and Jennifer Barker and Burt Beamer of Omaha, Neb.; sisters, Sharlene Kaml and Myron, Shery Bryant and Wil and Barbara Wize; father-in-law, Willard Youtz; grandchildren, Samantha and Steven Heward, Tabatha Blaisdell and Aldo Valdez, Courtney Barker and Nick Strampe, Patrick Blaisdell, Robert Allen, Daniel Blaisdell, Shawn Allen and Cortland Barker; great-grandchildren, Maddix Valdez and Robert Heward; and many sisters, brother-in-laws, aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces, nephews and friends. He was preceded in death by his wife of 46 years, Barbara; parents, John and Melba; two brothers-in-law, Doug Stoll and Milton "Doc" Dockter; two grandchildren, Amanda Jo Barker and John Terry "JT” Blaisdell; and several aunts and uncles. --- Rock Springs Daily Rocket-Miner, Sep 12, 2009 RAYMOND R. FERNANDEZ SALT LAKE CITY - Funeral services for Raymond R. Fernandez were conducted Friday, Sept. 4, 2009, at the Vase Flaming Gorge Chapel, Green River. Interment followed in the Riverview Cemetery. Mr. Fernandez, 64, of 535 S. 200 E., Salt Lake City, died Monday, Aug. 31, 2009, at Memorial Hospital of Sweetwater County. A resident of Green River, Colorado Springs, Colo., and Salt Lake City, he died following a sudden illness surrounded by his family. He was born Aug. 21, 1945, in Colorado Springs, the son of Ray and Emily Fernandez. Mr. Fernandez attended school in Colorado Springs and was a Palmer High School graduate with the class of 1963. He married the former Jackie Paxton on Feb. 17, 1973, in Green River. They later divorced. Mr. Fernandez worked as a chef in many restaurants in Green River, Rock Springs and Salt Lake City. His interests included spending time with his family, cooking and his job placing kids in employment opportunities. He is survived by four daughters, Christina Sanchez and husband Christopher of Colorado Springs, Farrah Hamel and husband Joe of Green River, Ashley Fernandez of Rock Springs and Whitney Santhuff of Green River; three brothers, Chuck Sanchez and Gary Turner, both of Colorado Springs, and Roger Sanchez of Green River; three sisters, Grace Bucholtz and Bonnie Davis, both of Colorado Springs, and Penny Turner of Portsmouth, Va.; six grandchildren; and several aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents; and stepfather, Lee Turner. --- Rock Springs Daily Rocket-Miner, Sep 12, 2009 DONALD “DONI” ALLEN GIBSON Funeral services for Donald "Doni" Allen Gibson were conducted Friday, Sept. 4, 2009, at the Rock Springs Christian Church, Rock Springs. Interment followed in the Paul J. Wataha Memorial Park Cemetery. Pallbearers included Jim Phelps, Scott Aldridge, Rod Tomison, Keith Lowe, Mike Croy and Ralph Kibbey. Mr. Gibson, 67, of 440 Mesa Drive, Rock Springs, died Monday, Aug. 31, 2009, at his home. A Rock Springs resident for the past 27 years and former resident of Oregon, he died following a lengthy illness. He was born Sept. 16, 1941, in Cheyenne, the son of Dale Leroy Gibson and Annie Louise Nagyidai. He attended schools in Oregon and was a Riddle High School graduate with the class of 1961. He married the former Linda R. Humiston on Nov, 14, 1960. She preceded him in death on June 11, 1987. He married Dani Looney March 17, 1988, in Elko, Nev. Mr. Gibson worked at the Hanna Nickel Smeltering Company in Oregon until 1982. He was a certified welder at the Jim Bridger Power Plant until retiring Oct. 1, 2002. His interests included being a fisherman and hunter, Survivors include his wife, Dani Gibson of Rock Springs; two sons, Brian Gibson of Layfayette, Ore., and Jeremy Gibson of Green River; three daughters, Becky Dodson and Julee Rufener, both of Terrebonne, Ore., and Jaime Gibson of Lawrence, Kan.; one brother, Ted Gibson of Arlington, Wash; three sisters, Arlene Fletcher of Blackhawk, S.D., Beverly Sparks of Salem, Ore, and Barbara Rainwater of Carlton, Ore.; nine grandchildren, Tyler McKay, Benjamen McKay, Kayla Taegder, Kurtis Dodson, Zachary Dodson, Krystian Gibson, Shyan Gibson, Bailey Vesco and Morgan Vessels; two great-grandchildren, Landon McKay and Quincee McKay; and several pieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents and first wife. --- Billings Gazette, Sep 15, 2009 Evonne Colvin CASPER, Wyo. - Evonne Christine Colvin, 48, of Casper, died Tuesday, Sept. 8, 2009, at her home, following a sudden illness. Memorial services will be at 11 a.m. Tuesday, Sept. 15, at Fox Funeral Home in Rock Springs. Inurnment will follow in the Rock Springs Municipal Cemetery. --- Green River Star, Sep 16, 2009 Billy Lee Routh Billy Lee Routh, 77, passed away peacefully Sept. 14, 2009, in Fort Collins, Colo., of a sudden illness surrounded by his loving family. He was born in June 13, 1932, in Rock Springs to William Howard Routh and Letha Miller. He graduated from Rock Springs High School with the class of 1951. He served his country in the U.S. Army during the Korean War and was a member of the American Legion. He was in business with Howard Routh & Sons, was the operator of Routh Construction Company and went on to own and operate restaurants and motels. He is survived by his wife, Beverly; one son Bob Routh and wife Debbie of Rock Springs; two daughters Jacqueline Yeend and husband Jerry of Laramie, Susan McGilvra and husband Tom of Arizona, seven grandchildren; eight great-grandchildren; step-mother Betty Routh of Tucson, Ariz.; one sister Paloma Lopez-Santiago of Tuscon, Ariz., and two brothers Robert Routh and wife Louise of Ivins, Utah, Kenneth Routh and wife Linda of Rock Springs; two sister-in-laws, several nieces and nephews, all his many friends, his dog Rusty and all those damn kids. He was preceded in death by his daughter Billie Marie Routh; his grandson Robert “Robbie” Routh, two brothers Donald Routh, Richard Platt, his parents and grandparents. Services will be provided by Vase Funeral Home at the S.C.M. Parish Center, 624 Bridger Avenue in Rock Springs at 1 p.m. Saturday. Bishop Mickey Druce will conduct the proceedings. A celebration of his life will follow. Military graveside services and interment will be in the Mountain View Section of Rock Springs Municipal Cemetery. Friends may call on Friday from 4-7 p.m. at Vase Funeral Chapel, 154 Elk Street in Rock Springs and again Saturday morning at the S.C.M. Parish Center one hour prior to services. The family of Billy Lee Routh respectfully suggest that donations in his memory be made to Poudre Valley Hospital Foundation, C/O Childrens Clinic Endowment Fund, 1024 South Lemay Avenue, Ft. Collins, CO 80524-3998. --- Rock Springs Daily Rocket-Miner, Sep 19, 2009 NICK PRITZA OMAHA, Neb.--Nick Pritza, 84, died Sunday, Aug. 30, 2009, following a lengthy illness. He was born April 1, 1925, in Rock Springs to Peter and Milena Pritza. He served in the U.S. Army during World War II. He worked at the Union Pacific Railroad for 43 years in various positions, the last being director of operation control in Omaha, Neb. He was a member of Masonic Lodge No. 12, A.M. and F.M., in Rock Springs. He is survived by his wife of 57 years, Juel; two sons, Dr. Randy and wife Judy Pritza and Dr. Ronald and wife Sarah Pritza; eight grandchildren, Lauren, Allison, Nicholas, Megan, Hannah, Christopher, Erin and Michael Pritza, all of Omaha; two brothers, Mike Pritza and Joe Pritza, both of Rock Springs; one sister-in-law, Mollie Yowell; and two nephews, Mike Yowell and Dan Yowell, all of Council Bluffs, Iowa. He was preceded in death by his parents. At his request, there will be no services. Private burial will be conducted in Rock Springs at a later date. --- Fox Funeral Home, Sep 22, 2009 Carla Menapace Carla Eugenia Menapace, 92, of Rock Springs died Tuesday September 22, 2009 at her home after a lengthy illness. She was born February 10, 1917 in Reliance, the daughter of Carlo and Giustina Rossi Piaia. She attended schools in Dines and Reliance graduating from Reliance High School with the class of 1935. She married Charles Menapace on August 31, 1935 in Rock Springs. He preceded her in death on January 16, 1991. She was a member of the Holy Spirit Catholic Community. Her interests included her family, needle work, and listening to audio books. Survivors include her son, Charles R. Menapace and wife Jolene of Centennial, Colorado; daughters, Charlene Kershisnik and husband Jack of Rock Springs, and Patricia Phillips and husband Larry of Hastings, Nebraska; brother Dante Piaia and wife Ann of Conyers, Georgia; sister-in-law Maxine Jereb of Rock Springs; cousins Duce Piaia and wife MaryAnn and Wanda Perotto and husband Ed all of Rock Springs; 10 grandchildren, John Kershisnik and wife Carol, Fred Kershisnik and wife Cheri, Keith Kershisnik and wife Shellye, Alan Kershisnik and wife Lynn, Matthew Kershisnik and wife Ronda, Mark Phillips and wife Cathy, Ann Marie Jacobson and husband Tom, Michelle Phillips, Carl Menapace, and Gina Menapace; 13 great-grandchildren and 4 great-great-grandchildren; several nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents Carlo and Giustina Piaia, husband Charles Menapace, sisters Clara, Elda, and Dolores, brothers Carlo and Roland Piaia, and grandson Max Kershisnik. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 11 a.m. Saturday, September 26, 2009 at the SS. Cyril and Methodius Catholic Church, 633 Bridger Ave., Rock Springs. Friends may call from noon until 8:00 p.m. Friday September 25, 2009 at Fox Funeral Home, 2800 Commercial Way, Rock Springs where a parish rosary being recited at 7:00 p.m. Interment will take place in the St. Joseph’s Section of the Rock Springs Municipal Cemetery. Family request donations to be made to Hospice of Sweetwater County, 809 Thompson, Rock Springs, WY 82901 or Foundation Fighting Blindness, P.O. Box 17279, Baltimore, MD 21203-7279. --- Green River Star, Sep 23, 2009 Robert D. Peretti Robert D. Peretti, 80, of Rock Springs passed away Sept. 21, 2009, at his home. A lifelong resident of Rock Springs, Peretti died following a brief illness. He was born June 8, 1929, in Rock Springs, the son of Frank Peretti, Sr. and Katie Pechinino Peretti. Peretti attended school in Rock Springs and was a 1947 graduate of the Rock Springs High School. He married the former Esther Mazzolini in Rock Springs on June 6, 1954. Peretti was a United States Air Force Veteran during the Korean War. He enlisted in 1948 and served until 1952 and was honorably discharged as a staff sergeant. He was employed at Mountain Fuel Supply for 35 and one half years and retired as a purchasing agent on Dec. 31, 1992. His interests included spending time with his family, hunting and bingo. Survivors include his wife Esther Peretti of Rock Springs; one son Kevin Peretti and wife Doreen of Rock Springs; one daughter Kathy Peretti Mitchelson of Casper; his best friend Pat McFadden; three grandchildren; two great-grandchildren; two nieces and one nephew. He was preceded in death by his parents; two brothers Charles Peretti and Frank Peretti; one sister Linda Moon. Military graveside services and interment will be conducted at 2 p.m. Friday at St. Joseph’s Section of the Rock Springs Municipal Cemetery. American Legion Archie Hay Post 24 will conduct the military honors. Friends may call at Vase Funeral Chapel on Thursday from 4-6 p.m. and again on Friday until time of services. The family of Robert D. Peretti respectfully suggests that donations in his memory be made to Hospice of Sweetwater County, 809 Thompson Street, Suite D, Rock Springs, WY 82901 --- Green River Star, Sep 23, 2009 Mary Diane Katana Samuels Mary Diane Katana Samuels, 87, of Rock Springs passed away Sept. 21, 2009. Born in Dawson, N.M., on April 20, 1922, she was the eldest daughter of John and Angelina Katana. The family moved to Rock Springs in 1929. As a Rock Springs resident since that time, Samuels graduated from Rock Springs High School in 1940 and worked as a secretary for Union Pacific Coal Company, Mountain Fuel, the Bureau of Reclamation, and Sweetwater Federal Savings and Loan. She and Clarence Samuels were married Oct. 4, 1941. Together they remained involved in the spirit of giving back to their community—including Our Lady of Sorrows Church, the Carnegie Public Library and Western Wyoming Community College. Mary was an active member of Our Lady of Sorrows Church and the Rock Springs Women’s Club. She loved to play golf and read, and she was an avid master gardener. She is survived by her daughter Sally, her son-in-law Kevin Connor, her grandson Sean, her sisters Marge Longpre and Angelina Katana, and several nieces and nephews. Samuels was preceded in death by her mother and father, her husband, and her sister Lillian Elias. Ill for some time, Mary was well taken care of in her home by a dedicated, caring cadre of skilled, professional and talented women. A Memorial Mass will be celebrated at 11 a.m. Friday at Our Lady of Sorrows Catholic Church, 116 Broadway, Rock Springs. A memorial rosary will be recited at 7 p.m.. Thursday at the Vase Funeral Chapel, 154 Elk Street in Rock Springs. Graveside services and inurnment will be in the Rock Springs Municipal Cemetery. Friends may call at the church on Friday morning one hour prior to services. The family of Mary Diane Katana Samuels respectfully request that donations in her memory be made to Holy Spirit Catholic School Building Fund, 116 Broadway, Rock Springs, WY 82901; or Western Wyoming Community College Foundation, c/o Clarence and Mary Samuels Foundation, P.O. Box 428-E443, Rock Springs, WY 82902; or Clarence and Mary Samuels Resource Room, c/o Community Fine Arts Center, 400 “C” Street, Rock Springs, WY 82901. --- Green River Star, Sep 23, 2009 Sheila J. Carter Sheila J. Carter, 45, of Rock Springs passed away Sept. 19, 2009, at her home. A lifelong resident of Rock Springs, Carter died following a brief illness. She was born on October 14, 1963 in Rock Springs, Wyoming, the daughter of Joe Carter Sr. and Cheryle Robinson Carter. Carter attended schools in Rock Springs and was a 1982 graduate of the Rock Springs High School. She also attended the Western Wyoming Community College. She was employed at Walmart for 9 years in the General Receiving Department. Her interests included spending time with her family, playing darts and attending her children’s sporting events. Survivors include her parents Joe and Cheryle Carter of Rock Springs; two sons Wesley Carter of Rock Springs and Drew Rollin of Ephraim, Utah; one daughter Amanda Rollin of Fresno, Calif.; one brother Joe Carter Jr. and wife Kari of Rock Springs; two sisters Jamie Carter of Rock Springs and Susan Johnson and husband Robert of Cheyenne; several aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her grandmother Evelyn Page, grandmother Lola Carter and grandfather Thomas “Hack” Carter. Following cremation, a memorial service will be conducted at 11: a.m. Saturday at Vase Funeral Chapel, 154 Elk Street in Rock Springs. Inurnment will be in Rock Springs Municipal Cemetery. Friends may call at Vase Chapel one hour prior to services. --- Green River Star, Sep 25, 2009 Thomas Dazey Blackwell Thomas Dazey Blackwell died Sept. 23, 2009, in Taylorsville, Utah, while in Hospice Care. He lived in Taylorsville for three months. He was born to Thomas Eugene and Panzey Dazey Blackwell on Aug. 10, 1940, in Rock Springs. Blackwell lived in Superior from 1940 to 1958 and graduated from Superior High School in 1958. He immediately joined the U.S. Navy at age 17 and served for 20 years with tours of duty in Newfoundland, Canada, Guam, Vietnam, California and Alaska. He was also able to visit many places in the world, including Iceland, the British Isles, Japan, the Philippines, Hong Kong and Hawaii. He was an air traffic controller for 12 years and a data analyst for 8 years. He married Elizabeth ‘Betty’ Ann Wilson on Sept. 10, 1969, in Pacific Beach, Calif. They just celebrated their 40th anniversary in Rock Springs over Labor Day at a gathering of more than 100 friends and family. Blackwell graduated from the San Diego Police Reserve Academy and went on to a 20-year career in law enforcement after retiring from the Navy in 1977. He was a patrolman for the Green River Police Department for 3 years and a deputy sheriff for Sweetwater County for the next 17 years and retired in 1997. Survivors are by his wife, Betty, and children Michele and Floyd Ogle of Bakersville, Calif., Sherylann and Michael Edgett of Colorado Springs, Colo., Kenneth and Kimberly Blackwell of Rock Springs, Sean Blackwell and Thyme Burns of Murray, Utah, and his “adopted” son Jason Tomich of Rock Springs; siblings Sam and Bev Blackwell of Rock Springs, Barbara and Don Condie of Billings, Mont. and Zelda Dona of Billings, Mont.; several grandchildren and great grandchildren and numerous nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents. Services will take place at Trinity Lutheran Church, 3101 College Drive., Rock Springs, at 3 p.m. on Saturday with Pastor Scott Shields and Pastor Brian Lindemood of St. John’s Lutheran Church SLC. A dinner will immediately follow the service. Visitation will also take place at the church Friday from 6:30-8 p.m. Cremation has already taken place and interment with graveside services with military honors will take place at a later date. In lieu of flowers, memorials can be made to the building fund at Trinity Lutheran Church, Rock Springs, or the Dialysis Unit and Memorial Hospital of Sweetwater County. --- Fox Funeral Home, Sep 25, 2009 June Hope Rose June Hope Rose, born March 19, 1973 to Charles J. and Dianne E. Schanno in Rock Springs. She left us September 24, 2009 to join the Lord & her beloved “BR” to run in the biggest and best barrel race ever. June attended grade school, junior high, and high school in Rock Springs. She later met the love of her life & best friend Jeffrey Alan Rose and they wed on Nov. 10, 1989. They resided in Rock Springs until 2004 when they moved to Eden, Wyoming. She spent most of her time riding & racing her horses, and in her spare time, fishing, playing with her dogs and cats, and chatting with her friends and family. She is survived by her husband Jeffrey Alan Rose of Eden; parents, Charles and Dianne Schanno of Superior; brothers, Raymond Schanno and wife Kathy of Billings, Montana, Ronald Schanno of Rock Springs, and Jimmy L.J. Kelly and wife Doris of Elkton, Kentucky; sister Elaine and husband Kenneth Rose II of Eden; grandmother Helen Brown of Billings; numerous aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by grandparents Francis and Thelma Schanno, and Raymond Brown. Funeral services will be held at 1:00 p.m. Thursday, October 1, 2009 at the Sweetwater Events Complex, Indoor Horse Arena, 3320 Yellowstone Rd., Rock Springs, where friends may call one hour prior to the services. Interment will take place at the Rock Springs Municipal Cemetery. Family request donations to be made to the June Rose Memorial Fund, % Rock Springs National Bank, 200 2nd Street, Rock Springs, WY 82901. --- Casper Star Tribune, Sep 25, 2009 Leonard M. Taucher Leonard M. Taucher, 84, of Casper, passed away Sept. 7, 2009 at the Wyoming Medical Center. He was born Dec. 22, 1924 in Rock Springs, WY, the son of Anton and Mary Jesersek Taucher. He was a graduate of Rock Springs High School in 1942. He received his Masters Degree with honors in 1953 in Geology from The University of Wyoming. He was a WW II veteran of the United States Air Force serving as navigator-bombardier in Europe. He was united in marriage to Mildred L. Brcko Sept. 22, 1954 in Rock Springs, WY and she preceded him in death in 2005. He was employed by ARCO as a geologist from 1953 to 1971. He was then employed by AMC from 1972 to 1977 and then worked as a consultant from 1977 to 1994 when he retired. He was a member of the Knight's of Columbus, WGA, PBK, the University of Wyoming Alumni and St. Anthony's Catholic Church. He was also a member of the Golden K (Kiwanis) and served as a volunteer at the Wyoming Medical Center and Meals on Wheels. Survivors include two sisters, Mary Ann Yerkovich and Lois Zebre and her husband John, both of Rock Springs, WY. Three sisters-in-laws, Alyce Taucher of Pinckneyville, IL, Eva Davis of Casper, WY and Agnes Bailey of Phoenix, AZ. A brother-in-law, John Shields of Phoenix,and numerous nieces and nephews. He was also preceded in death by his parents, two sisters, Elsie and Gertrude and brothers, Tony and Ray. Recitation of the Rosary will be Wed. Sept. 30, 2009, 10:00 AM at Our Lady of Sorrows Catholic Church in Rock Springs, WY with Rev. Carl Beavers as celebrant. Inurnment will follow in the Rock Springs Municipal Cemetery. Arrangements under the direction of the Newcomer Funeral Home, Casper, WY. --- Rock Springs Daily Rocket-Miner, Sep 26, 2009 LANCE RYAN PETERSON WINDSOR, Colo.--Funeral services for Lance Ryan Peterson were conducted Saturday, Sept. 19, 2009, at the Green River High School auditorium. A graveside service immediately followed at the Riverview Cemetery in Green River. Mr. Peterson, 20, of Windsor, Colo., died Friday, Sept. 11, 2009, in Laramie. He was born March 3 [sic], 1989, in Rock Springs, son to Jeffrey Lee and Carole Lynne Peterson. He attended schools in Green River. In high school, he participated in many musical performances, especially playing tuba and trumpet parts. He traveled to Scotland with the Wyoming High School All-State Marching Band. At the University of Wyoming, he majored in music performance and participated in various musical ensembles. He was a member of the University of Wyoming's largest Western Thunder Marching Band. Mr. Peterson's interests included trains, traveling and practicing with his tuba, achieving second chair in the band as well as his musical ensembles. His survivors include his parents, Dee and Carole Hammer of Windsor; two sisters, Alexandra Peterson of Windsor and Brandi Kimbrough of St. Louis, grandparents, Lee Peterson and Dorothy Walker of Green River and Jimmy and Joan Bircher of Windsor; and many aunts, uncles, cousins and friends. He was preceded in death by his father, Jeffrey Lee Peterson. --- Green River Star, Sep 30, 2009 Rose Ella Petrovich Rose Ella Petrovich, 86, passed away Sept. 25, 2009, at Sage View Care Center after a courageous 10-year battle with Alzheimer’s disease. Rosie was born Jan. 27, 1923, in Hudson to Anton and Frances (Dolenc) Kuseck. She was the fifth oldest of six children. The family moved to Reliance when she was three years old. She attended school and graduated with her class in 1940 as valedictorian in Reliance. After World War II, she married Frank (Friggs) Pevic on Oct. 18, 1947, in Rock Springs. They were married for 28 years, until his death in 1976. She later reunited with her childhood classmate, John Petrovich, and they were married Sept. 17, 1988, in Salt Lake City. She worked as a bank clerk in her younger years, and was a homemaker for many years. She later worked for Pacific Power and Light from 1966 until her retirement in 1983. She was active in the American Fraternal Union, for which she held a national office, St. Monica’s Sodality, Catholic Golden Age, and Young at Heart Senior Center. She liked being a homemaker and was an expert seamstress. She loved dancing and traveled to polka and square dance festivals in the Rocky Mountain Region. She enjoyed her family, playing bridge, bowling, golfing, traveling, camping, working in her flower gardens and crafts. She is survived by her husband, John Petrovich; two daughters Diane Pevic Nelson and husband Wayne, and Judy Pevic Maxwell and husband Don, all of Cheyenne; two stepdaughters Sherrie Pehrson and Wendy Petrovich-Musig and husband Todd, all of Salt Lake City; three grandsons; 13 granddaughters; one sister Elsie Dolence and husband Stan, one sister-in-law Jenny Kuseck, all of Rock Springs; one brother-in law; Jerome Francis of Lincoln, Neb.; as well as nine great-great-grandchildren and numerous nieces, nephews and cousins. She was preceded in death by her parents, her first husband Frank Pevic, three brothers Joe Kuseck and twin boys Frank and Tony, who died in infancy; one sister Frances Francis, and one stepson-in-law, Gary Pehrson. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 10 a.m. Friday at Saints Cyril and Methodius Catholic Church, 633 Bridger Avenue in Rock Springs. A parish rosary will be recited at 7 p.m. Thursday at the Vase Chapel. Interment will be in St. Joseph’s Section of the Rock Springs Municipal Cemetery. Friends may call Thursday from 4-7 p.m. at Vase Funeral Chapel, 154 Elk Street, Rock Springs and on Friday morning at the chapel until service time. The family will be receiving relatives and friends at 1423 Lowell Street Rock Springs. --- Green River Star, Sep 30, 2009 Ethel VanDeburg Ethel VanDeburg, 75, of Rock Springs passed away Sept. 24, 2009, at her home. A longtime resident of Rock Springs and former longtime resident of Salt Lake City, VanDeburg died following a lengthy illness. She was born Aug. 7, 1934, in Hartshorne, Okla., the daughter of the late Elroy and Edna Mae Taylor. VanDeburg attended school in Rock Springs and was a Rock Springs High School graduate. She married William ‘Bill’ Shalata in 1952, and they later divorced. She later married Donald VanDeburg, and he preceded her in death. VanDeburg was employed by the Department of Social Services in Salt Lake City, and she retired in 1997 after working for 15 years. She managed The Bratten’s Seafood Grotto in Salt Lake City and later owned and operated the Blue Ox Restaurant and the Dela Fontana Restaurant for many years. Her interests included traveling, spending time with her sons and her dog Dusty. She also enjoyed going to Wendover, Nev., and Las Vegas. Survivors include two sons Billy Wayne Shalata and wife Lynne Ann and Steven Roy Shalata and wife Tina Belle, all of Rock Springs; two sisters Roberta J. ‘Bobbie’ Cestnik of Casper and Judy A. Connole and husband Mac of Draper, Utah; four grandchildren; three great-grandchildren; several cousins, nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents; former husband Bill Shalata; second husband Donald VanDeburg; brother Billy R. Taylor. Following cremation, memorial services were conducted Wednesday at Vase Funeral Chapel in Rock Springs. Private family inurnment took place following the services. The family of Ethel VanDeburg respectfully suggests that donations in her memory be made to Hospice of Sweetwater County, 809 Thompson Street, Suite D., Rock Springs, WY 82901. --- Green River Star, Oct 7, 2009 Robert E. Craig Robert E. Craig, 61, of Rock Springs passed away Oct. 2, 2009. A longtime resident of Rock Springs and former resident of Colorado, Craig had been in ill health for the past 2 years. He was born July 20, 1948, in Fayetteville, N.C., the son of the late Floyd and Margaret Craig. Craig attended school in Longmont, Colo. He married the former Jeana Davis in Farson on Sept. 12, 1992. Craig was a United States Army veteran of the Vietnam War. He was employed by Rock Springs Jackson Bus Lines as a bus driver for many years. Craig was a member of the American Legion Archie Hay Post No. 24 and Veterans of Foreign Wars. His interests included hunting, fishing and shooting pool. Survivors include his wife Jeana Craig of Rock Springs,; three sons Robert Craig and wife Tommi of Barre, Mass., Patrick Craig of Rock Springs, and Clinton Craig and wife Susan of Grafton, Mass.; two brothers Tom Smith of Youngstown, Ohio, and Jim Davis of Alliance, Ohio; two stepsons Duane Cook and Tony Cook; six grandchildren; several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents. Military graveside services and interment will be conducted by American Legion Archie Hay Post No. 24 at 2 p.m. Thursday the Veterans’ Section of Rock Springs Municipal Cemetery. Friends may call at Vase Chapel, 154 Elk Street in Rock Springs today from 5-8 p.m. and at the chapel on Thursday until time of services. --- Green River Star, Oct 7, 2009 Joseph Raymond Fortuna Joseph Raymond Fortuna, 55, of Rock Springs passed away Oct. 2, 2009, at his home. A lifelong resident of Rock Springs, Fortuna died following a sudden illness. He was born June 13, 1954, in Rock Springs, the son of John and Donna Fortuna. Fortuna attended school in Rock Springs and was a 1972 graduate of Rock Springs High School. He married the former Gail Schurman in Rock Springs in 1972. Fortuna was employed at General Chemical for 32 years and was a boiler operator at the time of his death. He was a member of Holy Spirit Catholic Community. His interests included spending time with his family and friends, hunting, fishing, traveling and carpentry. Survivors include his wife Gail Fortuna of Rock Springs; his father John Fortuna of Rock Springs; his sons Kevin Ray Fortuna and Jody Wade Fortuna, both of Rock Springs; his daughter Tricia Lynn Bartlett and husband Charles of Rock Springs; two brothers Kenneth John Fortuna and James Andrew Fortuna, both of Rock Springs; one sister Katherine Marie Fortuna of Rock Springs; his father-in-law and mother-in-law Skinny and Grace Fields of Rock Springs; three grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his mother Donna Marie Fortuna; his son Jay Lee Fortuna; brother-in law John Schurman; sister-in-law Donna FlemingSchurman. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 10 a.m. Thursday at Saints Cyril and Methodius Catholic Church, 633 Bridger Avenue in Rock Springs. A parish rosary will be recited at 5:30 today at Vase Funeral Chapel, 154 Elk Street in Rock Springs. Interment will be in St. Joseph’s Section of Rock Springs Municipal Cemetery. Friends may call at Vase Chapel on Wednesday from 4-8 p.m. and on Thursday morning at the chapel until time of funeral services. --- Denver Post, Oct 7, 2009 Isabella Hoffman Isabella Hoffman passed away September 30, 2009. She is survived by her daughter Lynne (John) Baker; son George (Elena) Toly of Phoenix, AZ; grandchildren Melanie (Tim) Daly, Brooke Baker of Aberfeldy Scotland, Scott Moeller of Broomfield; four great grandsons. Memorial Service Friday, 11:00 a.m., Horan & McConaty Family Chapel, 5303 E. County Line Rd. Contributions can be made to Habitat for Humanity or a local food bank. --- Rock Springs Daily Rocket-Miner, Oct 11, 2009 MAY JEAN EDELMAYER Mya Jean Edelmayer, newborn daughter of Jennifer and Jade Edelmayer of Green River, was born and died Sept. 28, 2009, at Evanston Regional Hospital in Evanston. She is survived by her parents; sister, Kaili; grandparents, Lon and Lavonne Wadsworth of Green River, Kim and Danette Edelmayer of Mountain View and Parnilla and Dean Martin of Rock Springs; great-grandparents, Dee and Jeannie Wadsworth of Green River, Raymona Nuttall of Grand Junction, Colo., and Jack and Carmen Edelmayer of Roberts, Idaho; and numerous aunts, uncles and cousins. Graveside services were conducted Friday, Oct. 2, 2009, at Riverview Cemetery. A luncheon followed at the Latter-day Saints First and Third Ward building, Green River. --- Rock Springs Daily Rocket-Miner, Oct 11, 2009 HELEN PRYICH MATOZEVICH Funeral services for Helen Matozevich were conducted Monday, Oct. 5, 2009, at the First United Methodist Church, Rock Springs. Interment followed at Rest Haven Memorial Gardens Cemetery, north of Rock Springs. Pallbearers included George Zemnich, George Pryich, Doug Pryich, David Russell, Richard McGovern and Shawn Comptom. Mrs. Matozevich, 93, of Rock Springs, died Wednesday, Sept. 30, 2009, at the Sage View Care Center, She was born Aug. 29, 1916, in Morley, Colo., to Ilija and Bessie Dozet Pryich. She was the second oldest child and had five sisters and five brothers. She lost her father on Jan. 18, 1939, and her mother on Sept. 29, 1939, which meant at age 21, she became the chief cook and housekeeper for the family, the youngest being 2. At age 22, her oldest sister became the head of the household. The older children worked while she stayed with the younger children who took care of each other plus their grandfather. They were not separated by the Department of Family Services and stayed together. She married Mike Matozevich on July 12, 1940. They were married 61 years. He preceded her in death in 2001. She had her first child in 1943 and continued to take care of her brothers and sisters along with her own children. Mrs. Matozevich was a homemaker and took care of children most of her life. She never drove a car and walked everywherë. She was baptized in the Serbian Orthodox Church and was a member of the First United Methodist Church. She was also a member of the American Fraternal Union. Survivors include one daughter, Judy Compton and husband Richard; two sons, Michael Matozevich and Joe Matozevich and wife Diana; grandchildren RaeLynn Russell and husband Dave, Casey Matozevich and Sarah Chapman; granddaughter-in-law, Kelly McGovern and husband Rick; great-grandsons, Shawn Compton and Clayton Russell; great-granddaughter, Taylor Compton; two brothers, Milan Pryich and wife Katherine and Alex Pryich and wife Lillian; one sister, Mary Keranen; sisters-in-law, Edna Pryich and Idele Pryich; brother-in-law, Robert Dowdy; several nieces and nephews; and four step-great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, Mike Matozevich; one grandson, Stephen Compton who died in 1995; sisters, Smilga Pryich, Sophie Lemich and husband George, Daisey MacPheators and husband Jim and Patricia Dowdy; brother-in-law, Raleigh Keranen; brothers, Mike Pryich and wife Molly, George Pryich and William V. Pryich. --- Rock Springs Daily Rocket-Miner, Oct 11, 2009 CHARLES ALFRED “CHUCKY” NOLAN JR. A mass of Christian burial for Charles Alfred "Chucky" Nolan Jr. was celebrated Saturday, Oct. 3, 2009, at the Immaculate Conception Catholic, Green River, A parish rosary was recited Friday, Oct. 2, 2009, at the church. Interment followed in the Riverview Cemetery. Mr. Nolan, 35, of 473 E. Second N., Green River, died Monday, Sept. 28, 2009. He had been a resident of Green River for the past 10 years and former Dalhart, Texas resident. He was born Nov. 19, 1973, in Guymon, Oklahoma, the son of Charles Alfred Nolan Sr., and Marjorie Louise Maltbie. He attended school in Boise City, Okla., and was a Boise City High School graduate with the class of 1992. He married Corie Carpenter on July 25, 2008, in Deadwood, S.D. Mr. Noian was a driller for Nabors Drilling for seven years. He was a member of the Fraternal Order of Eagles in Green River. His interests included spending time with his family and friends, hunting, fishing and camping. Survivors include his wife, Corie of Rock Springs; two daughters, Nevaeh Nolan of Green River and Caycee Nolan of Rock Springs; one stepson, Kash Carpenter of Rock Springs; one brother, Carl Mark Nolan of Green River; parents, Charles and Louise Nolan of Boise City; four sisters, Delia Nolan of Guymon, Esther Castillon and husband Mario of Green River, Barbara Homan and husband Bob of Guymon and Sophia Springs and husband Jerry of Boise City, Okla.; grandfather, Alfonso Nolan of Miami, N.M.; and several aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews and great-nephews; and a great-niece. Pallbearers included Carl Nolan, Bobby Homan, Brady Homan, Baily Homan, Tim Smith, Russel Botello and Lorenzo Nolan. Honorary pallbearers included Ramon Castillon, Ricardo Castillon, Bob Homan and Rocky Magana. --- Rock Springs Daily Rocket-Miner, Oct 11, 2009 ARLENE PRICE PORTER Funeral services for Arlene Price Porter were conducted Monday, Oct. 5, 2009, at the Green River LDS Stake Center. Interment followed in the Riverview Cemetery. Mrs. Porter, 85, of Green River, died Tuesday, Sept. 29, 2009, at Memorial Hospital of Sweetwater County. She was born Oct, 5, 1923, in Evanston, the daughter of Wilford M. and Francis M. Shirley Price. She attended schools in Evanston and graduated from Evanston High School with the class of 1942. She married Gilbert C. Porter on Dec. 12, 1942, in Evanston. Their marriage was later solemnized in the Ogden LDS Temple. He preceded her in death on July 24, 1997. She was a member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, Her interests included camping, spending time with her family, keeping a journal, genealogy work, dancing, oldies music, family reunions at Bear Lake, teaching Sunday school, teaching and Flaming Gorge Days' original Cancan Girls. Survivors include her son, Craig G. Porter and wife Susan of Grand Junction, Colo., daughter, Karen A. Blasi and husband Paul of Green River; sister, Shirley Zwang of St. George, Utah; grandchildren, Tana Lundgren, Toni Wakeley, Cara Erickson, Rick and Brad Porter; nine great-grandchildren; and several cousins, nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents; husband, Gilbert; and two sisters. --- Green River Star, Oct 14, 2009 John William Harper Jr. John William Harper Jr., 48, of LaBarge passed away Oct. 9, 2009, at his home. A resident of LaBarge for the past 8 years and former resident of Green River, Harper died following an illness of 5 years. He was born Nov. 30, 1960, in Denver, the son of John William Harper Sr. and Marilyn Vines Harper. Harper attended school in Kearns, Utah. He married the former Renee’ Dallmann in Salt Lake City in 1979, and they later divorced. Harper was employed by Basics Energy Services for 8 years and at the time of his death was a field superintendent. His interests included fishing, joking with his family and friends and riding his Harley. He also enjoyed traveling to Sturgis on his bike. Survivors include Angela Cody, his best girl and her son Brendan Scott Bennett of Blackfoot, Idaho; his mother Marilyn McElhannon and husband Mac of LaBarge; one son John Harper III of LaBarge; one sister Linda Perez and husband Jerry of Rock Springs; one stepbrother Gene McElhannon of LaBarge; several aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his father John William Harper Sr.; brother Stephen Harper; one son Michael Harper; one aunt Harriet Pankey; uncle Paul Harper. Funeral services were conducted today at Vase Funeral Chapel in Rock Springs. Interment was in Rock Springs Municipal Cemetery. --- Green River Star, Oct 14, 2009 Frank Remc Frank Remc, 90, of Rock Springs, died Oct. 10, 2009, at Sage View Care Center, where he had been a patient for 10 weeks. He was born June 12, 1919, in Gunn, Wyo., son of John Remc and Frances Kuhelj Remc who were Slovenian immigrants. He attended schools in Rock Springs, and was a graduate of the Rock Springs High School class of 1938. Remc was a World War II veteran, and was drafted into the United States Army in February of 1942. He was a member of the 102nd Cavalry Reconnaissance Squadron, and landed on Omaha Beach on June 8, 1944. He participated in the campaigns of Normandy, Northern France, Ardennes (Battle of the Bulge), Central Europe and eventually was a member of occupation troops in Pilzen, Czechoslovakia. He was honorably discharged in October of 1945. He married Laura Fletcher Mason in Evanston in 1954. She preceded him in death in 1981. Remc worked in area coal mines for the Union Pacific Coal Company, and retired from the Wyoming Department of Transportation in 1978 where he was an engineering technician. He was a member of the B.P.O.E No. 624, F.O.E No. 151 and the VFW. Survivors include sister Marge Johnson and husband Wayne, of Rock Springs; nephews Paul Johnson of San Diego and Larry Tarno of Andover, Md.; nieces Amy Allen and husband Tom of Rock Springs, Luana Ingabrand and husband Roger of Farson and Louise Porenta of Rock Springs; stepson Glenn Mason and wife Jeanne of Rock Springs; step-grandson Rick Mason of Omaha, Neb.; and several other nieces, nephews and step-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his wife, his parents, his stepfather Ignatz Lovshe, brothers John Remc and Felix Remc, sisters Anna Porenta and Ida Tarno, step-grandson Jim Mason and nephew John Porenta. A Mass of Christian burial was celebrated today at Our Lady of Sorrows Catholic Church in Rock Springs. Military graveside services and interment were conducted by American Legion Archie Hay Post No. 24 at the Paul J. Wataha Section of Rock Springs Municipal Cemetery. --- Rock Springs Daily Rocket-Miner, Oct 18, 2009 ISABELLA HOFFMAN HIGHLANDS RANCH, Colo.--A memorial service for Isabella Hoffman was conducted Friday, Oct. 9, 2009, at the Horan & McConaty Family Chapel, Centennial, Colo. Mrs. Hoffman, 88, died Wednesday, Sept. 30, 2009, at Highlands Ranch, Colo., at the home of her daughter, Lynne Baker. She was born May 15, 1921, at Hill of Beath, Scotland, to Samuel and Isabel Condie. When she was 5, she immigrated to Wyoming from Scotland with her parents. Her interests included teaching her children and nieces Scottish songs and instilling them with a love of her homeland, Mrs. Hoffman is survived by her daughter, Lynne and husband John Baker; son, George and wife Elena Toly of Phoenix; grandchildren, Melanie Daly of Evergreen, Colo., Brooke Baker of Aberfeldy, Scotland, and Scott Moeller of Broomfield, Colo.; four great-grandsons, Jack, Liam and Matthew Daly and Jackson Peake; brother, Donald Condie of Billings, Mont.; and many nieces and nephews, She was preceded in death by her husbands, William Toly, Joseph Salvatico and Donald Hoffman; brother, Malcolm Condie; sisters, Margaret Korogi and Janet Korogi; and sisters-in-law, Violet Condie and Frances Reuter. --- Green River Star, Oct 21, 2009 Albina Z. Magagna Albina Z. Magagna, 93, of Mesa, Ariz., passed away Oct. 8, 2009, in Mesa. She was a resident of Mesa for the past 10 years and was a former longtime resident of Casper and Rock Springs. She was born Jan. 26, 1916, in Welby, Colo., the daughter of the late Michael and Angela Zarlingo. Magagna attended school in Colorado and was a high school graduate. She later earned her nursing degree from St. Joseph’s Nursing College in Denver. In 1940 she married Edwin V. Magagna, an attorney in Rock Springs, and he preceded her in death in 1982. She was employed as a nurse for Union Pacific on the train. Survivors include three daughters Janice Radokovich and husband Steve of Mesa, Ariz., Jeanne Magagna of London, England, and Joan Oesch and husband Stephen of Bethesda, Md.; grandchildren Mandi and Jennifer of Mesa, Ariz., and Andrew, Nathan and Julia of Bethesda, Md. She was preceded in death by her parents, her husband Edwin V. Magagna; one daughter Jolene Magagna and one son John Magagna. A Mass of Christian Burial was celebrated Tuesday at Our Lady of Sorrows Catholic Church in Rock Springs. Interment was in the St. Joseph’s Section of Rock Springs Municipal Cemetery. The family of Albina Z. Magagna respectfully suggests that donations in her memory be made to St. Joseph’s Children’s Home, P.O. Box 117, Torrington, WY 82240. --- Green River Star, Oct 21, 2009 Louise Mlinar Uremovich Louise Mlinar Uremovich, 87, of Rock Springs passed away Oct. 16, 2009, at Sage View Care Center in Rock Springs, where she had resided for several years. She was born in Rock Springs in 1922, the only daughter of the late Ignatz and Mary Mlinar. She attended and graduated from Rock Springs High School in 1940. She was employed by Union Pacific Corporation in various administrative capacities for more than 40 years. She was a member of the Holy Spirit Catholic Community, Catholic Golden Age and the American Fraternal Union. Survivors include one daughter Judith Edwards Jones and son-in-law Thomas Jones of Seattle, Wash; three nieces and a nephew. She was preceded in death by her parents and brothers Charles 'Chic' Mlinar, Joe Mlinar and Ignatz 'Iggy' Mlinar, all were longtime Rock Springs residents. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 10 a.m. Saturday at Saints Cyril and Methodius Catholic Church, 633 Bridger Avenue, Rock Springs. A parish rosary will be recited at 7 p.m. Friday at the church. Interment will be in Saint Joseph’s Section of Rock Springs Municipal Cemetery. Friends may call at the church on Friday afternoon from 4-7 and again on Saturday at the church one hour prior to services. --- Rock Springs Daily Rocket-Miner, Oct 25, 2009 ESTHER LOUISE CROFT POULSBO, Wash.--Funeral services for Esther Louise Croft were conducted Tuesday, Oct. 20, 2009, at the First Assembly of God, Rock Springs. The Rev. Jesse Ybarra officiated. Interment followed at the Rest Haven Memorial Gardens in Rock Springs. Mrs. Croft, 67, of Poulsbo, Wash., died Sunday, Oct. 11, 2009, at the Harrison Medical Center in Bremerton, Wash. She died after a lengthy illness. She was born Sept. 15, 1942, in Las Animas, Colo., the daughter of Andrew and Mary Kozlowski Weigel. She married Douglas E. Croft on March 1, 1964 in Hanford, Calif. He preceded her in death on July 16, 2007. She was a member of the First Assembly of God Church in Rock Springs. Her interests included her children, grandchildren and crocheting. Survivors include one son, Douglas P. Croft of San Diego; daughters, Valarie Gelinas and husband Kevin of Green River and Brenda Seals and husband Darryn of Poulsbo; sisters, Dorothy Hollister and Viola Gibson, both of Missouri; grandchildren, Jeremy Coffi, Dustin Ray, Aaron Gelinas, Blake Gelinas, Ashleigh Seals, Shaughn Seals, Kyle Seals, Savannah Croft, Nicole Croft, Raychell Croft, Mark Croft and Darren Berg; and great-grandchildren, Braxton Ray and Cayden Coffi. She was preceded in death by her parents, Andrew and Mary Weigel; husband, Douglas E. Croft; and brother, Anthony Weigel. --- Rock Springs Daily Rocket-Miner, Oct 25, 2009 SOLOMON K. MYERS WEST JORDAN, Utah—Solomon K. Myers, 43, died Monday, Oct. 5, 2009, following a lengthy illness. His survivors include two sons, Cody and Joshua Myers. A graveside service for family and friends was conducted Monday, Oct. 19, 2009, at the Rock Springs Municipal Cemetery. --- Rock Springs Daily Rocket-Miner, Oct 25, 2009 DOUGLAS ALBERT TELCK MESA, Ariz.--Douglas Telck, 79, of Mesa, Ariz., died Saturday, October 10, 2009. He was born March 23, 1930, in Reliance. He retired from the military after serving his country in the Navy, Army, and Air Force. He served during the Korea War and had numerous assignments overseas. Mr. Telck pursued a career in law enforcement with the Sweetwater County Sheriff's Office in Green River and Pinal County in Apache Junction, Ariz. His interests included helping people and sharing his memory and wit. Survivors include his wife, Sharon S. Telck; son, Steven Douglas Telck; and two daughters, Mary Lee Telek and Cathy Jean Haddad. He was preceded in death by his grandparents, Mary and Bill Telck; parents, Buzzy Rahm and Margaret Telck-Rahm; uncle, Henry Telck; and wife, Beverly. --- Green River Star, Oct 28, 2009 Frank Porenta Frank Porenta, 87, of Rock Springs passed away Oct. 21, 2009, at Sage View Care Center. A long time resident of Rock Springs, Porenta died following a lengthy illness. He was born April 15, 1922, in Reliance, the son of John and Mary Pivc Porenta. Porenta attended schools in Reliance and was a 1940 Reliance High School graduate. He married the former Matilda Susich in Rock Springs at Saints Cyril and Methodius Catholic Church on June 28, 1952. Porenta was a United States Army veteran of World War II. He was employed as a maintenance man for the Rock Springs Public Library for 13 years and retired in 1988. He had also worked for Conoco as a truck driver. Porenta was a member of Holy Spirit Catholic Community and the Button Box Band. His interests included playing the accordion and polka music. Survivors are his wife Matilda Porenta of Rock Springs; son Frank Porenta and wife Londa of Green River; one daughter Diane Gil and husband Joseph of Rock Springs; son-in-law Ken Wilbert and wife Margie of Rock Springs; six grandchildren; two great-grandchildren; nephew Kent Porenta and wife Kelly. He was preceded in death by his parents, one daughter Mary Anne Wilbert; brother and sister-in-law John Porenta and Edythe Belle Porenta. A Mass of Christian Burial was celebrated Monday at Saints Cyril and Methodius Church in Rock Springs. Interment was in St. Joseph’s Section of Rock Springs Municipal Cemetery. The family of Frank Porenta respectfully suggests that donations in his memory be made to Holy Spirit Catholic School, 116 Broadway, Rock Springs, WY 82901. --- Fox Funeral Home Jean Allgier Jean Allgier 76, long time resident of Green River passed away on October 28, 2009 at home with her family by her side after a long fight with COPD. She was born August 12, 1933. She spent her childhood and early adult years in Kemmerer where she met her husband Jack. She loved to read a good mystery and watching her favorite shows on HGTV and watching cartoons with her grandkids. Survivors include her daughters, Nikki and husband John of Hines, Oregon, Kristi, Cory, and Jeri Ann all of Green River; sons Cloyd and wife Artis of Cody Wyoming, Conard and wife Laura of Lyman, Carl of Lewiston, Idaho, and Cal of Orleans, California; 28 grandchildren, 28 great-grandchildren, and numerous nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her husband Jack, son, Craig, parents Cloyd and Mae Beutler, and her brother Robert Beutler and wife Rae. Cremation has taken place at Fox Crematory, Rock Springs. Friends and family are invited to join with her children in a celebration of her life at 1:00 p.m. Saturday, November 14, 2009 at The Fraternal Order of Eagles, 88 N 2nd E, Green River. She will be missed but never forgotten. --- Green River Star, Oct 28, 2009 Jean Garing Jean Garing, 80, of Green River, died Oct. 23, 2009, at Castle Rock Convalescent Center in Green River. She was born July 9, 1929, in Walsenburg, Colo., the daughter of John Ritchey and Elisabeth Shepherd Ritchey. She attended schools in Grand Junction, Colo., and graduated from Grand Junction High School with the class of 1947. She married Adrian Ward Garing in 1947 in Grand Junction and he preceded her in death in 2003. Her interests included crafts, miniatures, sewing and interior design. She sewed square dancing dresses for herself and many friends. She also sewed wedding dresses, designed, built and decorated more than 50 miniature houses and room boxes, and was a lifetime member of TOPS. Survivors include her daughter Linda Hamilton and husband Larry of Green River. She was preceded in death by her parents and her husband. Cremation has taken place at Fox Crematory in Rock Springs. Private family services will be conducted at a later date. --- Green River Star, Nov 4, 2009 Jacob Jason Frost, Joshua Andrew Frost Jacob Jason Frost, infant twin son of Chris Frost and Jennifer Christensen Frost passed away Oct. 10, 2009, at Memorial Hospital of Sweetwater County in Rock Springs. Joshua Andrew Frost, infant twin son of Chris Frost and Jennifer Christensen Frost, passed away Oct. 22, 2009, at Ogden Regional Hospital in Ogden, Utah. Both children are survived by their parents; one brother Zack Dodson and one sister Kylee Frost, both of Riverton; their paternal grandparents Bill and Karen Frost of Rock Springs; their maternal grandparents Jerry and Sandy Christensen, also of Rock Springs; several aunts, uncles and cousins. Funeral services will be conducted for the twins at 2 p.m. Thursday at Grace Baptist Church, 100 Willow Street in Rock Springs. Pastor Ron Van Hee will conduct the services. Graveside services and interment will be at Rock Springs Municipal Cemetery. Friends may call at the church one hour prior to services. --- Rock Springs Daily Rocket-Miner, Nov 1, 2009 JOE A. “BUTCHIE” CARTER Funeral services for Joe A. "Butchie" Carter were conducted Saturday, Oct. 24, 2009, at the Sweetwater County Events Complex, Rock Springs. Interment followed in the Rest Haven Memorial Gardens Cemetery. Mr. Carter, 71, of 515 Creek Ave., Rock Springs, died Friday, Oct. 16, 2009, at the Memorial Hospital of Sweetwater County A longtime Rock Springs resident, he had been in ill health for the past two years. He was born Sept. 25, 1938, in Sparta, Ill., the son of Thomas "Hack" Carter and Lola Shoffner Carter, He attended schools in Rock Springs and was a 1958 graduate of the Rock Springs High School. During his senior year of high school, Sporting News Magazine said that he was the best player in the country under 6 feet tall, He attended Weber State College and was an All-American starting guard on the national championship basketball team in 1959. He married the former Cheryle Robinson on March 11, 1961. Mr. Carter was employed at FMC in the maintenance department for 35 years and retired in 2002. He was a member of United Steel Workers of America. His interests included spending time with his family and fastpitch softball. He was an inaugural member of the Wyoming Softball Hall of Fame. He was also asked to join the Harlem Globetrotters. Survivors include his wife, Cheryle Carter of Rock Springs; one son, Joey Carter Jr., and wife Kari of Rock Springs; two daughters, Jamie Carter of Rock Springs and Susan Johnson and husband Robert of Cheyenne; four brothers, Thomas Carter of Wichita, Kan., Lorenzo Carter and wife Linda of Ogden, Utah, Dave "Gutty" Carter and wife Carol and Donald "Tricky" Carter and wife Tanya, all of Rock Springs, one sister, Janice Swenson and husband Michael of Rock Springs; 11 grandchildren; several cousins, nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents; daughter, Sheila Carter; three sisters, Mildred Allen, Blanche Webb and Leora Glasker; and one brother, Louis Carter. --- Rock Springs Daily Rocket-Miner, Nov 1, 2009 MADGE E. KELLY Madge E. Kelly, 88, of Rock Springs, died Sunday, Oct. 25, 2009, at Sage View Care Center. She was born Jan. 21, 1921, in Cherokee, Kan., the daughter of Hazel Strode [sic, Hazel is her adoptive mother]. She was raised and attended schools in Cherokee, where she graduated. She lived in Superior before moving to Rock Springs, where she worked for the Stansbury Coal mine, bartended at Toastmasters and cooked at the senior citizens center until her retirement. She was a member of the Eagles Fraternal Order No. 151 and the Veterans of Foreign Wars. Her interests included hunting, fishing and crocheting. Survivors include her daughter, Charlotte Julian; sons, Floyd Madison and wife Mary, Wayne Madison and John Madison; three uncles; 10 grandchildren; 24 great-grandchildren; and 10 great-great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her grandparents, mother and uncle. Cremation has taken place, Private family services will be conducted at a later date. --- Rock Springs Daily Rocket-Miner, Nov 1, 2009 CINDY L. WINTER Funeral services for Cindy L. Winter were conducted Friday, Oct. 23, 2009, at the Vase Flaming Gorge Chapel, Green River. Interment followed in the Riverview Cemetery. Ms. Winter, 50, of 600 Windriver, Apartment A, Green River, died Wednesday, Oct. 14, 2009, at the Latter-day Saints Hospital in Salt Lake City. A longtime resident of Green River and Manila, Utah, she had been in ill health for several months. She was born Sept. 13, 1959, in Salt Lake City, the daughter of Donald E. Winter and Esther Jean Corbett Winter. She attended school in Manila and was a 1977 graduate of Manila High School. Ms. Winter's interests included spending time with her children and grandchildren, gardening and cooking. Survivors include her stepmothers, Margaret Winter of Hurricane, Utah and Gaye Winter of Green River; one son, Josh Winter of Green River; three daughters, Brandy Winter of Rock Springs, Jesica Rosene and husband Rick, and Donetta Winter, all of Green River; companion, Kevin Carney of Green River; four brothers, Barry Winter and wife Lucinda of Vernal, Utah, Larry Winter and wife Val of Green River, Keith Winter and wife Jody of Toqueville, Utah, and Lynn Winter of Salt Lake City; two sisters, Sherry Winter of Pocatello, Idaho, and Brenda Standlee and husband Curtis of Kingman, Ariz.; stepsisters, Vonda Hanks and husband Steve of Riverton, Utah, Marie Winter of Salt Lake City, Shelly Smith and husband Robert of Grand Junction, Colo., and Delaina Smith and husband Aaron of Green River; stepbrothers, Tracy Bernard and wife Connie of Pinedale, Daryl Winter and wife Michelle of Idaho and Cory Bernard and wife Dawn of Green River; four grandchildren, Dallan, Cadence, Nicholas and Dakota; and several cousins, nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents, Don Winter and Esther Winter; one stepbrother, Doug Bernard; and one niece, Stacey Winter. --- Green River Star, Nov 4, 2009 Ann Margaret Uzelac Castiliano Ann Margaret Uzelac Castiliano, 89 of Hawthorne, Calif., passed away Oct. 9, 2009. She was born Oct. 5, 1920, in Dines, the daughter of Joseph and Martha Mazar Uzelac. She attended school in Rock Springs and was a 1938 graduate of the Rock Springs High School. She married Joseph Castiliano in Rock Springs at the Saints Cyril and Methodius Catholic Church on Feb. 1, 1941. They had two beautiful daughters, Martha Ann and Mary Kay. In 1954 the family moved to Roseville, Calif., and later moved to Hawthorne, Calif., where they remained. Even though the family moved away, she had a special place in her heart for Rock Springs and always considered it her home. While in California, she worked for Bell and Northrup Aircraft in Hawthorne and retired after 18 years of service. She enjoyed cooking, crocheting, working crossword puzzles and writing to all her friends. She dearly loved animals, including her best friend Fathers. She has donated to several animal rights groups and has purchased K-9 dogs for the Hawthorne, Redando Beach and the Rock Springs Police departments. Castiliano was a member of the Croation Fraternal Union 306 for many years and the VFW Auxiliary Post 2075 and is a former member of St. Monica Society of Rock Springs and is a member of St. Joseph’s Catholic Church in Hawthorne, Calif. Survivors include her nieces and nephews Johnne Jean Mochamer and husband Roger Phoenix, Ariz., Raymond Hunt of Reliance, the Tiller family of Rock Springs and Green River, Gina Easter of Tempe, Ariz., several nieces and nephews in Rock Springs. She was preceded in death by her parents, husband, two daughters Mary Kay and Martha Ann and brothers and sisters Bill Uzelac, Tony Uzelac, Mary Kovacich, Zora Bernet and Louie Mandrich. Cremation has taken place and a memorial mass of Christian burial was conducted. --- Rock Springs Daily Rocket-Miner, Nov 8, 2009 HOWARD G. LOGAN Memorial services for Howard G. Logan were conducted Saturday, Oct. 31, 2009, at the Green River High School auditorium. Father John Pennington officiated. Cremation has taken place. Mr. Logan, 61, of Green River, died Monday, Oct. 26, 2009, due to complications with brain cancer. He was born Sept. 26, 1948, in Rock Springs, the son of Kenneth and Margaret M. Lenhart Logan. He attended schools in Rawlins and graduated from Rawlins High School with the class of 1967. He furthered his education at the University of Wyoming, where he got a B.A. in biology. He married Susan Cole on Feb. 14, 1976, in Green River. Mr. Logan worked Sweetwater County School District No. 2 until his retirement in May 2003. He also worked as a kitchen designer for Home Depot. He was a member of the Anglican Church of the Epiphany in Green River. He was a member of Habitat for Humanity, Green River Board of Adjustments, Green River Fire Department and Green River Education Association and served as president of the APUW. He also owned two businesses, Green River Storage and Logan's Lock Shop. His interests included carpentry, computers, fly fishing, golf, telling jokes, being with his friends and family and the challenge of being a teacher. Survivors include his wife, Susan Logan of Green River; son, Grant Logan and wife Peggy of Springdale, Ark.; granddaughter, Abby Logan of Springdale; uncle, Guy Logan and wife Grace of Fullerton, Calif.; aunt, Eleanor Smith of Greeley, Colo., and several cousins. He was preceded in death by his parents, Kenneth and Margaret Logan. --- Rock Springs Daily Rocket-Miner, Nov 8, 2009 ANDY JACK SHIFLAR Following cremation, a memorial service for Andy Jack Shiflar was conducted Friday, Oct. 30, 2009, at the Vase Funeral Chapel, Rock Springs. Mr. Shiflar, 90, of 427 Tisdel, Rock Springs, died Saturday, Oct. 24, 2009, at the Castle Rock Convalescent Center, Rock Springs. A longtime Rock Springs resident and former resident of Illinois, he died following a lengthy illness. He was born Oct. 29, 1918, in Logan, Ill., the son of John and Anna Sever Shiflar. He served in the U.S. Army during World War II. He was a member of the Screaming Eagles, 101 First Airborne Division. He jumped in Normandy on D-Day and Bastogne and fought in Battle of the Bulge behind enemy lines in three different battles. Mr. Shiflar married Irene Mrak in Rock Springs. He worked as a coal miner and watchmaker. Mr. Shiflar was a member of the United Mine Workers of America. His interests included hunting and fishing. He attended watchmaking school and repaired watches. Working through the Civil Conservation Camps, Mr. Shiflar worked to develop Yellowstone and Half Moon campgrounds. Survivors include his wife, Irene Shiflar of Green River; one son, Danny Shillar of Rock Springs, three daughters, Mary Ann Grubb and husband Gary of Rock Springs, Joyce Hughes of Rock Springs and Carol Stevens and husband Tim Harmon of Twin Falls, Idaho; two brothers, Frank Shiflar and wife Helen and Rudy Shiflar, all of Salt Lake City; three sisters, Sylvia Flynn of Salt Lake City and Annie Marietti and Virginia Orester and husband Don, all of Rock Springs; eight grandchildren, Len Hay and wife Misty, Amy DeClue and husband Corey, Wes Shiflar, Colter Harmon, Kory Harmon, Casey Harmon, Tawny Hughes and Hannah Hughes; and seven great-grandchildren, Shelby Barrett, Korbyn Hay, Kirklin Hay, Andy DeClue, Landon Hughes, Franco Shiflar and Payton Long. He was preceded in death by his parents; one son, Dean Shiflar; two brothers, Al Shiflar and John Shiflar; one sister, Chrissie Jelosek; and one grandson, Paul Shiflar. --- Fox Funeral Home, Nov 9, 2009 Becky Moeller Becky Lynne Moeller, 47, of Rock Springs died Sunday, November 8, 2009 from injuries sustained in an auto accident near Rock Springs. She was born February 28, 1962 in Rock Springs, the daughter of Jerry Riley and Charlene Beard Grissom. She attended schools in Rock Springs and graduated from Rock Springs High School with the class of 1980. Becky married Michael Gary Moeller on January 19, 1980 in Rock Springs. She had been employed as a cosmetologist for the past 25 years. Her interests were golfing, the outdoors, friends, family and her grandchildren. Survivors include her husband, Mike Moeller of Rock Springs; daughter, Elisa Robbins and husband Dustin of Rock Springs; son, Shane Moeller and companion Lori Christain of Rock Springs; brothers, David Grissom and wife Karen of Rawlins, and Jerry Ray Grissom and wife Elizabeth of Rock Springs; sisters, Donna Grissom of Cheyenne and Sherri Krause and husband Spencer of Rock Springs; grandchildren, Brenden Michael Robbins, Adley Shaye Robbins, and Gavin D. Robbins all of Rock Springs; several aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces, and nephews. She was preceded in death by her grandparents, grandson, and father-in-law, Rudy Moeller. Cremation will take place at Fox Crematory, Rock Springs. Memorial services will be held at 11:00 a.m. Thursday, November 12, 2009 at the First Congregational Church, 1275 Adams Ave., Rock Springs. Friends and family may call 6-8 pm Wednesday, November 11, 2009 at Fox Funeral Home, 2800 Commercial Way, Rock Springs. Inurnment will take place in the Rock Springs Municipal Cemetery, Rock Springs. --- Green River Star, Nov 11, 2009 Kazuyo “Nana” East Kazuyo ‘Nana’ East, 73, of Rock Springs died Nov. 6, 2009, at Sage View Care Center in Rock Springs after a lengthy illness. She was born May 7, 1936, in Yokosuka, Japan, the daughter of Yoshio and Shiga Hayakawa She attended schools in Japan and graduated from high school. She married William H. East in Conroe, Texas, June 3, 1966. He preceded her in death May 22, 2001. Her interests were playing bingo, watching pro football, gambling, painting, sewing, cooking, dancing, laughing and spending time with her friends and family. Survivors include her daughter Katherine A. Ryan and husband Steven M. and granddaughter, Kelsa Lee Ryan, all of Rock Springs. She was preceded in death by her parents, husband Bill East, and one brother. Graveside services and interment will take place at noon Thursday at Rock Springs Municipal Cemetery. Friends may call 11-11:30 a.m. Thursday at Fox Funeral Home, 2800 Commercial Way in Rock Springs. --- Green River Star, Nov 11, 2009 Head-on crash claims life of Rock Springs woman A Rock Springs woman was killed early Sunday evening in a crash on Interstate 80 just west of Rock Springs, according to Lt. Scott Keane of the Wyoming Highway Patrol. Rebecca Moeller, 47, died instantly after getting on the interstate and going the wrong direction. “We got the first call at 5:45 Sunday evening that there was a car going east in the westbound lane. Before a trooper could be dispatched, we got the report of a head-on collision,” Keane said. Apparently Moeller drove her 2001 Lexus onto the interstate at the ramp near CruelJack’s. A tractor-trailer belonging to Roadrunner Trucking and driven by 43-year-old Kirk Moore was in the passing lane on the westbound side of the road. “He said he saw the car coming at him and flashed his lights trying to get her to move over,” Keane said. Meltzer steered the semi toward the center median but Moeller struck the wheels at the front of his trailer. Immediately behind the trailer was a Ford U-Haul truck pulling a trailer with a vehicle on it and driven by Ingrid Lawrence, 46, of Bronx, N.Y. Moeller hit the U-Haul head-on. She was not wearing a seat belt and was ejected on impact. The U-Haul truck rolled onto its side after the impact but the trailer hauling the car didn’t roll. Benjamin Meltzer, 44, of Massachusetts was a passenger in the U-Haul. He and Lawrence were both treated and released from Memorial Hospital of Sweetwater County. “The crash is still under investigation. We’re looking into whether or not alcohol is a factor. We do that with most fatalities,” Keane said. --- Green River Star, Nov 11, 2009 Sophia T. Baumann Sophia T. Baumann, 87, of Rock Springs passed away Nov. 9, 2009, at Castle Rock Convalescent Center in Green River. A lifelong resident of Rock Springs, Baumann died following a lengthy illness. She was born on June 7, 1922, in Rock Springs, the daughter of the late Emil Corazza and Mary Menghini Corazza. Baumann attended school in Rock Springs. She married Walter Baumann in Rock Springs on Nov. 16, 1940, and he preceded her in death Nov. 15, 1976. Baumann was employed at Newberry’s as a clerk and at White Mountain Lodge as a housekeeper for a brief time in her life, but mostly as a stay at home mom and grandmother to numerous neighborhood children. Her interests included spending time with her children and grandchildren, crocheting, yard work, dolls and sewing. Survivors include one son Wayne Baumann and wife Karen of Rock Springs; one daughter Carole Sinclair of Rock Springs; two grandchildren Jerry Sinclair and Carina Dawn Baumann Lund and husband Jim Lund Jr., and three step grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents; husband; one brother Herman Corazza and one sister Emily Bertagnolli. Funeral services will be conducted at 2 p.m. Friday at Vase Funeral Chapel, 154 Elk Street in Rock Springs. A parish rosary will be recited at 6 p.m. Thursday at the Vase Chapel. Interment will be in Rock Springs Municipal Cemetery. Friends may call at the Vase Chapel on Thursday from 4 p.m. until time of rosary and on Friday at the Vase Chapel until time of funeral services. --- Rock Springs Daily Rocket-Miner, Nov 15, 2009 MICHAEL CLARK KOERNER INKOM, Idaho—Memorial services for Michael Clark Koerner were conducted Saturday, Nov. 7, 2009, at Restoration Ministries, Rock Springs. Inurnment followed at the Rest Haven Memorial Gardens Cemetery. Cremation has taken place. Mr. Koerner, 63, of 404 Corwin Lane, Inkom, Idaho, died Saturday, Oct. 24, 2009, at the Hillcrest Haven in Pocatello, Idaho. He died following a 14-year battle with cancer. He was born June 16, 1946, in Brookings, S.D., the son of Louis Clark Koerner and Elizabeth Koerner Smith. He attended school in Ramona, Calif., and graduated from Ramona High School with the class of 1966. He attended Palomar College in Escondido, Calif. He moved to Colorado Springs, Colo., where he worked for Hewlett Packard. He met and married Martha Jones. He transferred to Boise, Idaho, where he and his wife raised their daughters until he retired in 1995. His interests included fishing, four-wheeler rides, playing his guitar, camping, boating, playing with his five grandchildren, gathering with his family and friends and attending church. Mr. Koerner was a member of Restoration Ministries and attended services in Rock Springs. His survivors include his mother, Elizabeth Smith; wife of 37 years, Martha; daughters, Michelle and husband Lyle Swan and Melissa and husband Forrest Peck; five grandchildren, Ashley, Nadine and Bowdy Swan and Trevor and Spencer Peck; brother, Wayne and wife Nancy Koerner; sisters, Deanna and husband Jim Moser and Becky and husband Don Helekahi Aken; and several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his paternal and maternal grandparents; father, Louis Koerner; brother, Lester "Les" Bulen; and nephews, Donald E. Aken, Jr. and Jacob "Jake" Aken. --- Rock Springs Daily Rocket-Miner, Nov 15, 2009 BOYD WILLIAM RAMSAY Funeral services for Boyd William Ramsay were conducted Friday, Nov. 6, 2009, at the First Assembly of God, Rock Springs. Pastor Jesse Ybarra conducted the services. Interment followed at Rest Haven Memorial Gardens. Mr. Ramsay, 49, of 1013 Quincy, Rock Springs, died Monday, Nov. 2, 2009, at Memorial Hospital of Sweetwater County. A lifelong resident of Rock Springs, Mr. Ramsay had been in ill health for several years. He was born July 18, 1960, in Rock Springs, the son of James W. Ramsay and Norma Kaumo. He attended school in Rock Springs and was a 1978 graduate of Rock Springs High School. He worked at O.C.I. as a surface operator and later as a supervisor. He worked there for 20 years until ill health forced his retirement in 1998. He was also a rancher at the Ramsay Ranch. His interests included spending time with his sons, ranching, hunting, watching football and animals. He was a member of the First Assembly of God Church. Survivors include his wife, Kelly Ramsay of Rock Springs; mother, Norma Ramsay of Rock Springs; three sons, James Ramsay, Jackson Ramsay and Beau Ramsay, all of Rock Springs; two sisters, Diana Gatti and Sherry Reddick and husband Joe, all of Rock Springs; and several aunts, uncles and cousins. He was preceded in death by his father. --- Fox Funeral Home, Nov 17, 2009 Kathryn Doak Kathyrn Marie Doak, 87, of Rock Springs, died Monday November 16, 2009 at her home after a sudden illness. She was born August 23, 1922 in Superior, Wyoming the daughter of Nick Nicksich and Josephine Hukoveh Nicksich. She attended schools in Superior and graduated from Superior High School. She married George Doak in Rock Springs on April 27, 1947. He preceded her in death on January 10, 2006. She was a member of the Holy Spirit Catholic Community. Her interests included hunting, camping, fishing and knitting. Survivors include one brother, George Nicksich of Rock Springs; sister Ann Ferraro of Arvada, Colorado; grandsons Brandon and OJ Doak; numerous nieces and nephews, and great-nieces and great-nephews. She was preceded in death by her husband George Doak, son David G. Doak, and brother Paul Nicksich. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 10:00 a.m. Monday, November 23, 2009 at SS Cyril and Methodius Catholic Church, 633 Bridger Ave., Rock Springs. Friends may call 5p.m. - 7:00 p.m. Sunday, November 22, 2009 at Fox Funeral Home, 2800 Commercial Way, Rock Springs where a Holy Rosary will be recited at 6:00 p.m. Interment will take place in the Rock Springs Municipal Cemetery. --- Green River Star, Nov 25, 2009 Irene Jean Wilkinson Irene Jean Wilkinson, 73, of Rock Springs passed away at her home Nov. 22, 2009. She was born Dec. 10, 1935, in Trinidad, Colo., to C.A. and Adeline Passarelli Bustos. She moved to Superior in 1950, where she attended school. She married Charles Wilkinson Jr. on April 13, 1957. Wilkinson worked in the restaurant business for 40 years working at several eating establishments such as The Old Western Café, New Grand, Park Hotel and Outlaw Inn. Wilkinson was very active in the Eagles Ladies Auxiliary for more 50 years and served as a state honorary mother. She also loved to play bingo with her friends, go to Wendover, Nev., and spend time with her family. She is survived by her husband, Charles; two sons and daughters-in-law, Mike and Jennifer Wilkinson and Jim and Sharon Wilkinson, all of Cheyenne; sisters Virginia Maxwell and Charlotte Pasarelli-Sheeks, both of Colorado Springs, Colo.; brothers Filbert Bustos of Colorado Springs, Colo., and Frank Bustos of Wichita, Kan.; one grandson; two granddaughters; two great-grandsons and a great-granddaughter; numerous nieces and nephews as well as great nieces and nephews. Wilkinson was preceded in death by her parents; her daughter, Joanie Wilkinson; sisters Maria Gonzales, Berniece Bustos and Rose Marie Bustos; brothers Nicodemus Ortiz, Anthony Bustos, Manuel Bustos, Eugene Bustos, Patrick Bustos and Florencio Bustos. Cremation has taken place at Vase White Mountain Crematory and memorial services were conducted today at Vase Funeral Chapel in Rock Springs. Graveside services and inurnment were conducted at Rock Springs Municipal Cemetery. The family of Irene Jean Wilkinson respectfully suggests that donations in her memory be made to Hospice of Sweetwater County, 809 Thompson Street, Suite D, Rock Springs, WY 82901. --- Fox Funeral Home Roberta Hobday Roberta Hobday, 64, of Rock Springs died Monday, November 30, 2009 at her home. She was born June 23, 1945 in Wichita, Kansas, the daughter of Robert Lincoln Tiede and Carolyn Ebener Tiede. She married George Hubert Hobday and were later divorced. He preceded her in death. She was employed for McDonald-Douglas Aircraft until her retirement after 27 years. Roberta was active in the Young at Hearts Senior Center. Her interests were animals, movies and traveling. Survivors include her son Eric Jon Hobday of Redondo Beach, California; her dog “Bella” and cat “Dusty”. She was preceded in death by her parents. Friends may call 10:00 am until 11:00 am Saturday, December 5, 2009 at Fox Funeral Home, 2800 Commercial Way, Rock Springs. Interment will take place in the Rock Springs Municipal Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, the family request donations in her name be made to the Rock Springs Humane Society, 310 Yellowstone Rd., Rock Springs, WY 82901. --- Green River Star, Dec 2, 2009 Anthony “Tony” Gomez Anthony 'Tony' Gomez, 65, of Rock Springs passed away Nov. 26, 2009, at Arlington Hills Healthcare Center in Salt Lake City. A longtime resident of Rock Springs and former resident of Casper, Gomez died following a brief illness. He was born May 26, 1944, in Fort Morgan, Colo., the son of Abel and Eloisa Gomez. Gomez attended schools in Rock Springs and Superior and was a 1962 graduate of Superior High School. He obtained his Bachelor of Arts Degree at the University of Wyoming and went on to teach for 12 years in Casper. He was a United States Army veteran. While in the service he was stationed at the American Embassy in Tripoli, Libya. Gomez was employed as an operator at Black Butte Coal Company for 25 years and retired in 2005. His interests included camping, art, visiting friends and sight seeing. He was a member of Holy Spirit Catholic Community. Survivors include five brothers Reynold Gomez of Littleton, Colo., Joe Gomez, David Gomez, Benito Gomez, all of Rock Springs, and Abel Gomez of College Station, Texas; one sister Corina Bawtista of Wenatchee, Wash.; several uncles, cousins, nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents; brothers Leroy and Domingo. Following cremation, memorial services are pending. --- Green River Star, Dec 2, 2009 Frances “Fannie” Adams Frances ‘Fannie’ Adams, 97, of Rock Springs passed away Nov. 26, 2009, at Sage View Care Center where she had been a resident for the past week. A lifelong resident of Rock Springs, Adams died following a lengthy illness. She was born June 13, 1912, in Rock Springs, the daughter of Valentin and Frances Bartlej Yugovich. Adams attended school in Rock Springs and was a 1930 graduate of Rock Springs High School. She also attended and graduated from the Wyoming General Hospital School of Nursing. She married Ernest R. Adams of Rock Springs in Sioux Falls, S.D., on April 1, 1943, and he preceded her in death on Jan. 15, 1991. Adams was a United States Army Air Corps veteran of World War II. She was employed at the Wyoming General Hospital as a nurse for 40 years and retired in April of 1971. Adams was a member of Holy Spirit Catholic Community, Harmony Homemaker’s Club, Catholic Golden Age and the Council of Catholic Women. Survivors include two sons Jack Adams and wife Mary of Rock Springs and E. Robert ‘Bob’ Adams and wife Jane of Laramie; two sisters Tena Lenzi of Denver and Anne Menghini of Temple City, Calif.; four granddaughters; two grandsons; several great-grandchildren; several nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents, husband, three brothers, two sisters Mary Roich and Julie Pivik; one granddaughter Lorraine Adams. A Mass of Christian Burial was celebrated Monday at Saints Cyril and Methodius Catholic Church in Rock Springs. Pallbearers were Alfred Petersen, David Petersen, Nick Roich, Mike Roich, John Chipp and Ed Angelovich. The family of Frances ‘Fannie’ Adams respectfully suggests that donations in her memory be made to Hospice of Sweetwater County, 809 Thompson Street, Suite D, Rock Springs, WY 82901 or the Crohn’s and Colitis Foundation, 386 Park Avenue South, 17th Floor, New York, NY 10016. --- Green River Star, Dec 2, 2009 John Stinson McFadden John Stinson McFadden, 77, passed away Nov. 27, 2009, in the company of his family at HospiceCare of Boulder and Broomfield Counties, in Louisville, Colo. He was born in Savah, Ind., in 1922, the sixth child of Fieldon B. and Mary E. McFadden. In 1928, the family moved to Pinedale, then in 1934, they moved to Rock Springs. He graduated from Rock Springs High School in 1941. McFadden then attended the University of Wyoming in 1942 and 1943 prior to joining the Naval Air Corps in October, 1943. He was honorably discharged in March, 1944. He married Jean Schultz in July 1944. He was a loving father to their two daughters, Maureen and Susan. McFadden married Wilmot Curnow Hamm on March 21, 1965, and spent the next 36 years in their beloved Rock Springs. McFadden led an impressive professional life. He was the former manager and president of the Walter Schultz Company in Casper. Later, he managed S & S Distributing. In January of 1964, he returned to Rock Springs and worked in the family business with his brothers. McFadden Wholesale was an important part of his life, and he worked everyday until his recent illness (which took him to Colorado on Oct. 7, so he could be in the care of his daughter, Maureen). He was a member of Elks Lodge 624, and he was a former director of the Wyoming Wholesaler Association. McFadden is survived by his brothers Elbert and Pat McFadden; sisters Alice Jean Cristanelli and Mary Yvonne Unguren; daughters Susan Duncan and Maureen Pedry and her husband Dan; four grandchildren; two great-grandchildren; stepdaughter Christine Bice and her husband Charlie, a granddaughter, grandson and six great-grandchildren; many nieces and nephews; and close family friend Robin Pecolar. He is preceded in death by his wife Wilmot, brother Michael and granddaughter Stacey. Memorial services were conducted today at First Congregational Church in Rock Springs. Memorial contributions may be made to HospiceCare of Boulder and Broomfield Counties, 1855 Plaza Dr. Louisville, CO 80027-2325, or to Hospice of Sweetwater County, 809 Thompson, Suite D, Rock Springs, WY 82901. --- Green River Star, Dec 2, 2009 Alden “Al” Shaffer Alden ‘Al’ Shaffer, 70, of Rock Springs passed away peacefully Nov. 26, 2009, in Casper following a 6-month battle with cancer. He was surrounded by family and friends. He was born Oct. 13, 1939, to Mabel Burton and Newell Shaffer in Vernal, Utah. He attended schools in Odessa, Texas; Vernal, Utah; and Casper. He graduated in May 1957 from Natrona County High School in Casper. Shaffer served 3 years in the United States Marine Corps and later made his home in Rock Springs where he met his wife Clara Magagna. They married in October of 1961. Shaffer was employed by Tuboscope and Jenkins Music in Rock Springs. He retired following 25 years of service at OCI (Stauffer Chemical) and at the time of his death was a part-time courtesy van driver for Whisler Chevrolet in Rock Springs. In his earlier years, Shaffer enjoyed hunting, fishing, bowling and trips to California to visit his son, daughter-in-law, grandchildren and families, and trips to Casper to visit his daughter, son-in-law and granddog Blue. More recently, family and friends were paramount to him as they enjoyed daily outings to have coffee and ice-cream breaks, helping neighbors with yard work and any other chores they needed done. Family get togethers were one of his favorite times of the year, getting to see everyone and enjoy stories of the old days. He organized several get togethers during the year to make sure that the family kept in touch. He also enjoyed spending time visiting with friends at the Young at Heart Senior Citizen’s Center. He is survived by his wife of 48 years Clara Shaffer of Rock Springs; one son Randy and wife Christine of Moraga, Calif.; one daughter Maria Kellogg and husband Greg of Casper; one granddaughter; one grandson; brothers Dan Shaffer and wife Susan and Jim Shaffer and wife Irene, all of Casper; one sister Lou Ann Cooper and husband Stan of Montana; brother-in-law Rudy Magagna and wife Susan of Rock Springs; sister-in-law Flora Halter and husband Bob of Rock Springs; many nieces, nephews and friends. Following cremation, memorial services will be conducted at 11 a.m. Friday at Our Lady of Sorrows Catholic Church, 633 Bridger, Rock Springs. A memorial rosary will be recited at 7 p.m. Thursday, at the Vase Funeral Chapel. Military graveside services and inurnment will be conducted at Rock Springs Municipal Cemetery. Out of respect the family of Alden Shaffer respectfully suggests that memorial contributions be made to Young At Heart Senior Citizen’s Center, 2400 Reagan Avenue, Rock Springs, WY 82935, or the charity of the donor’s choice. --- Green River Star Dec 9, 2009 John Bob Turcato John Bob Turcato, 87, of Rock Springs passed away Dec. 3, 2009, at Silverado Care Center in Salt Lake City. A lifelong resident of Rock Springs, Turcato died following a lengthy illness. He was born June 20, 1922, in Rugby, Colo., the son of the late Angelo and Lena Spillari Turcato. Turcato attended school in Rock Springs and was a United States Navy veteran of World War II. He married the former Virginia Allison in Rock Springs on Oct. 31, 1945. Turcato was employed by Sulenta Construction for many years and retired in 1983 as a superintendent. He was a member of Holy Spirit Catholic Community and the American Legion Archie Hay Post No. 24. His interests included traveling to Yuma, Ariz., for the winter, spending time at the cabin in Cora, and he was a rock hound. Survivors include his wife Virginia Turcato of Rock Springs; two sons Darrel Turcato and wife Elizabeth and Larry Turcato and wife Marlene, all of Rock Springs, three daughters Rita Cukale and husband Bob, Robbin Wilkins and husband James and Jan Frady, all of Rock Springs; one brother Pete Turcato and wife Flossie of Rock Springs; nine grandchildren; several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents and one daughter Becky Turcato. Funeral services will be conducted at 10 a.m. Thursday at Vase Funeral Chapel, 154 Elk Street in Rock Springs. Interment will be in the Rock Springs Municipal Cemetery. Friends may call at the Vase Chapel today until 7 p.m. and Thursday morning at the chapel until time of funeral services. --- Green River Star, Dec 11, 2009 Jacob Norbert Green Jacob Norbert Green, 30, of Vancouver, Wash. passed away Dec. 5, 2009, in VanCouver following a sudden illness. He was born Aug. 22, 1979 in Rock Springs, the son of Norbert E. and Theresa Ann Abram Green. He attended schools in Rock Springs. He was employed as a pipefitter for Pipe Fitter’s Local 290 of Portland, Ore. His interests included playing poker, watching football, fishing and playing video games. Survivors include his parents of Bend, Ore.; four brothers, Leland, Jared and Lance of Vancouver, and Kyle of Boise, Idaho; his maternal grandmother, Carmen Abram of Rock Springs; two nieces, several aunts, uncles and cousins. He was preceded in death by his paternal grandparents and maternal grandfather. Funeral services will be conducted at 11 a.m. Dec. 12 at the Vase Funeral Chapel. Interment will be in the Rock Springs Municipal Cemetery. Friends may call at the chapel on Saturday morning from 9 a.m. until time of funeral services. --- Rock Springs Daily Rocket-Miner, Dec 13, 2009 GARY EDWARD WEINGARTNER Memorial graveside services for Gary Edward Weingartner were conducted Monday, Dec. 7, 2009, at the Rock Springs Municipal Cemetery. Cremation has taken place. Mr. Weingartner, 75, died Thursday, Dec. 3, 2009, at the Sage View Care Center in Rock Springs. He was born Feb. 11, 1934, in Houston, the first and only son of Margaret Leach and Russell Weingartner. He graduated from Cascia Hall in Tulsa, Okla., and attended the University of Tulsa. He graduated from teachers' college in Tahlequah, Okla., with a bachelor of science degree, a few credits short of a master's degree in education. He taught in the Midwest and Alaska for many years before retiring from teaching in Rock Springs. He then began a second career as a city worker. He is survived by his sisters, Ann Middleton Weingartner of Houston and Carol Margaret Weingartner McMorris of San Antonio; and one nephew, Ryan Russell McMorris of Dallas. --- Green River Star, Dec 16, 2009 Emma Bettolo Emma Bettolo, 99, of Rock Springs died Dec. 14, 2009. She was born July 15, 1910, in Glenco, the daughter of the late John and Mabel Bazzanella Boschetto. When she was 1 year old the family moved back to Salorno, Italy, where she completed her education. In March of 1926 she returned to the United States with her brother John to make her home in Rock Springs with her sister, Mary ‘Rico’ Roccabruno. She met and married her husband Abele Bettolo on Dec. 10, 1926, when she moved to Superior. She remained in Superior until October of 1964 when her husband died. She then moved to Rock Springs. She was a resident of Sage View Care Center for the past 6 years and until the time of her death. Her interests included knitting, crochetting and tatting. She also enjoyed the Polka Festival when she was able. Bettolo is survived by two children Bruno and wife LaVerne, and Bob Bettolo and wife Margaret, all of Rock Springs; six grandchildren Mark Bettolo and wife Sue of West Jordan, Utah, Dick Bettolo and wife Kris of Rock Springs, Carla Pivic and husband Bruce of Rock Springs, John Bettolo of Greeley, Colo., Brent Bettolo, and Brad Bettolo and wife Kiera, all of Rock Springs; 14 great-grandchildren; three great-great-granddaughters; several nieces, nephews, grand nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her husband Abele; parents; daughter Alice Clark and son-in-law Jack Clark; brothers Ben, Louis, John and Albert Boschetto; sisters Vittoria Boschetto, Mary Roccabruna; and six nephews. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 11 a.m. Thursday at Our Lady of Sorrows Catholic Church, 116 Broadway in Rock Springs, Wyoming. A parish rosary will be recited at 7 p.m. today at the Vase Chapel. Interment will be in Rock Springs Municipal Cemetery. Friends may call at the Vase Chapel today from 4-8 p.m. and on Thursday morning until time of services. The family of Emma Bettolo respectfully suggests that donations in her memory be made to Holy Spirit Catholic Community Building Fund, 116 Broadway, Rock Springs, 82935, Young At Heart Senior Citizen’s Center, 2400 Reagan, Rock Springs, WY or the charity of the donor’s choice. --- Green River Star, Dec 16, 2009 Chamain Nichole McAffee Spicher Chamain Nicole McAffee Spicher, 44, of Rock Springs, died Dec. 14, 2009, at her home, following a sudden illness. She was born May 3, 1965, in Provo, Utah, the daughter of Jeraldean and Arnold Lewis of Rock Springs, and John Boyd McAffee of Provo. She attended schools in Mesa, Arizona and Green River and graduated from Green River High School with the class of 1982. She also attended nursing school. She married Jeffrey L. Spicher on August 22, 1987, in Rock Springs. She was a member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Her interests were her children and supporting them in their activities, cooking, canning and sewing. She is survived by her husband, Jeffrey Spicher of Rock Springs; children Amanda Oswood and husband Mark, Jenny Mae, Jeffrey Jr., Danielle Nicole, Naomi Elizabeth, Tami Marie and Chase Adam Dennis Spicher, all of Rock Springs; grandson, Malachi of Rock Springs; brothers John McAffee and wife Dreama of Golden, Colo., Dennis McAffee and wife Karla, and Jared McAffee and wife Juniper all of Rock Springs; sisters, Melanie Overy and husband Scott of Tooele, Utah, Brandy Merton and husband Brian, and Mary Arnoldi and husband John all of Rock Springs; grandmother, Mufalada Lewis of Rock Springs; numerous aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her grandparents, Dennis and Bessie Davis, and Elgin and Lela McAffee. Funeral services will be at 1 p.m. Dec. 18 at the Rock Springs LDS Stake Center, 2055 Edgar Street. Friends may call from 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Friday at the church. --- Rock Springs Daily Rocket-Miner, Dec 20, 2009 BEN “JUNIOR” MARTINEZ TULALIP, Wash.--A mass of Christian burial for Ben "Junior" Martinez was celebrated Monday, Dec. 14, 2009, at Our Lady of Sorrows Catholic Church, Rock Springs. A parish rosary was recited Sunday, Dec. 13, 2009, at the church. Interment followed in the Rock Springs Municipal Cemetery. Mr. Martinez, 55 of 7511 Walter Moses Jr. Drive, Tulalip, Wash., died Saturday, Dec. 5, 2009, at his home following a four-year battle with cancer. He was born Nov. 18, 1954, in Rock Springs, the son of Ben and Delia Martinez. He attended school in Rock Springs. He was a member of the Roman Catholic Church. His interests included camping, fishing, hunting and spending time with his grandchildren. He is survived by his three sons, Ben Martinez, Joseph Martinez and Phillip Martinez; daughter-in-law, Chasitity James; eight brothers, Floyd Martinez and wife Cheryl, Jerry Martinez and wife Becky, Richard Martinez, Larry Martinez and wife Lynn and Robert Martinez, all of Rock Springs, Thomas Martinez and wife Lisa of Denver, DeWayne Martinez and wife Katherine of Manzana, Calif., and Wayne Michael Martinez of Salt Lake City; six sisters, Christine S1mon of Aurora, Colo., Dolores Cangianni and husband Joseph of Mamaroneck, N.Y., Benita Mott and husband Steve of Sundance, Frieda Atwood, Patricia Atwood and husband Hollis and Becky Ranta-Fox and husband Jeffrey, all of Rock Springs; four grandchildren, Antonio Martinez, Teallah Mae Jean Martinez and Gabriel and Alicia Mariah; and several aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents; two brothers, Michael Gene, who died in infancy, and Anthony Martinez; and one brother-in-law, Michael Ranta. --- Rock Springs Daily Rocket-Miner, Dec 20, 2009 LILLY STOCCO Funeral services for Lilly Stocco were conducted Saturday, Dec. 12, 2009, at the Vase Funeral Chapel, Rock Springs. Interment followed in the Rock Springs Municipal Cemetery. Mrs. Stocco, 93, died at her home Thursday, Dec. 10, 2009. She was a longtime Rock Springs resident. She was born Jan. 28, 1916, in Superior, the daughter of Pete and Angela Manzetti Zanetti. She attended Yellowstone Elementary and graduated from Rock Springs High School with the class of 1934. Mrs. Stocco worked as a crew caller and dispatcher for the Union Pacific Railroad, where she retired after a lifetime career. She married Pete Sikich. They later divorced. She married John Stocco on July 29, 1958. He preceded her in death on Aug. 3, 1990. Her interests included traveling, playing bingo and polka dancing. Survivors include her stepson, Jon Stocco of Green River; granddaughter, Chealsi Stocco of Green River; sisters-in-law, Marge Zanetti of Rock Springs and Donna Zanetti of Henderson, Nev.; eight nephews; five nieces; several great-nieces and great-nephews; special friend, Rudy Shiflar; caregiver, Simone Andersen; dog, Little Bear; and several nieces, nephews and cousins in Italy. She was preceded in death by her parents; husband, John; three sisters, Kate Schnauber, Nina Shassetz and Viola Eskridge; and two brothers, Pete and Mike Zanetti. --- Green River Star, Dec 23, 2009 Jasmin Chacon Jasmin Chacon, one-year-old daughter of Luis Chacon and Rosamaria Ayala, passed away Dec. 18, 2009, at Primary Children’s Hospital in Salt Lake City where she had been a patient for one week. She was a lifelong resident of Rock Springs. She was born on Sept. 15, 2008, in Rock Springs,. Survivors include her parents Luis Chacon and Rosamaria Ayala of Rock Springs; three sisters Maria Garcia, Liliana Garcia and Jacalene Chacon; two brothers Luis Chacon and Nicolas Chacon; grandparents Elizabeth Ayala and Gonzalo Ayala; uncles and aunts Jose Chacon and wife Olivia, Jorge Ayala and wife Eva Estrada, Enrique Estrada, Lorisay Gonzales and Jesus Ayala; God parents Alicia Ayala and Eddie Ayayla; several nieces, nephews and cousins. She was preceded in death by her grandmother Emilia. A Mass of Christian Burial was celebrated at today at Saints Cyril and Methodius Catholic Church in Rock Springs. Interment was in Rock Springs Municipal Cemetery. --- Green River Star, Dec 23, 2009 Alzora Paros Alzora Caroline Paros, 93, died Dec. 13, 2009, in Denver. She was born May 6, 1916, in Peoria, Ariz., to Angie Fern Pearson and David Swan Ryden Paros graduated from College High School, Class of 1934, in Greeley, Colo., and was a very active student. During the depression she lived with and helped her Aunt Agnes and Grandma Pearson. After receiving her nursing degree from Wyoming School of Nursing, she went to work in Rock Springs where she met her future husband, George Paros. Although they had a short, 5-year marriage, these were the happiest of times. George died of a heart attack in 1952. She never remarried. Following her husband’s death, Paros moved to Evanston and spent 5 years as a nurse at the Wyoming Mental Hospital. She then moved to Salt Lake City. Upon moving to Salt Lake City, she received an advanced degree in theology from the University of Utah and continued working as a registered nurse. She also found time to become an ordained minister. Paros then entered the nursing home industry and owned a number of nursing homes. She continued to be a caretaker into her 80s. At the time of her death, she held an active nursing license, although she no longer practiced. In 2004, Paros moved to Denver to be close to her brother Lyall, sister-in-law Patricia, and her nieces and nephews whom adored her. Paros did things her way. She was a wonderful giver and caregiver her entire life. She was deeply faithful to her religion. She is survived by her youngest brother Lyall and sister-in-law Patricia; four nieces and their spouses Valera and John Gusto of Placerville, Calif., Romie Ryden and Travis Bowyer of Lakewood, Colo., Ramona Ryden and Ron Siebert of Avon, Colo., and Ronna and David Dockstater of Fort Collins, Colo.; one nephew Barry Knake of Seattle; many great nieces and nephews, great great nieces and nephews, and her beloved dog Randy. She was preceded in death by two sisters Armada and Betty, two brothers Jack and Oliver ‘Bud’ and husband George. Funeral services are pending. --- Rock Springs Daily Rocket-Miner, Dec 27, 2009 JENNIE ZUECK A mass of Christian burial for Jennie Zueck was celebrated Wednesday, Dec. 16, 2009, at the Our Lady of Sorrows Catholic Church, Rock Springs. A parish rosary was recited Tuesday, Dec, 15, 2009, at the Vase Funeral Chapel, Rock Springs. Interment followed in the Paul J. Wataha Memorial Park. Mrs. Zueck, 95, died Friday, Dec, 11, 2009. She was born Dec. 24, 1913, in Rock Springs, the daughter of Ulis and Rina Avondet. She was the middle child, having two sisters, Emma Avondet Grasso and Blanca Avondet Viotto/ She spent much of her childhood in California. She married Emil F. Zueck on June 30, 1935, in Rock Springs. She lived in Rock Springs and worked as a homemaker. She was active in Catholic Church organizations and B.P.O. Elks Does, Mrs. Zueck was also a Boy Scout and Girl Scout leader. Her interests included her home, cooking, baking and crafts, including embroidery, crocheting afghans and lap robes. Survivors include one daughter, Barbara Jeanne Ohle and husband Albert of Denver; son, Robert "Bob" Zueck and wife Jeanne of Rock Springs; grandchildren, Ray Ann Clark of Stanwood, Wash., and Stephen Zueck of Rock Springs; three great-grandsons, Aaron Zueck of Brooklyn, N.Y., Chad Zueck of Rock Springs and Brad Clark of Stanwood; and several nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents; sisters; and her husband, Emil Zueck. --- Green River Star, Dec 30, 2009 Mary Louise Faigl Mary Louise Faigl, 87, of Rock Springs passed away Dec. 24, 2009, at her home with her family at her side. A lifelong resident of Rock Springs, Faigl died following a brief illness. She was born Jan. 15, 1923, in Rock Springs, the daughter of the late Andrew and Mary Brelih Bernard. Faigl attended school in Rock Springs. She married Harvey Faigl in Rock Springs in 1943, and he preceded her in death Jan. 12, 1999. Faigl was a member of Holy Spirit Catholic Community, Fraternal Order of the Eagles Auxiliary, SNPJ and Order of the Eastern Star. Her interests included spending time at their cabin at Green River Ranches, spoiling her children and grandchildren, gardening and spending time outdoors. She also enjoyed crocheting, camping, fishing, going to Wendover and was an avid Cowboy and Cowgirl fan. Survivors include three sons Joe Faigl and wife Dian, Dave Faigl and wife Tina and Bob Faigl and wife Sue, all of Rock Springs; five sisters Alice May and Jennie Kuseck both of Rock Springs, Helen May of Thermopolis, Theresa Fenske of Helena, Mont., and Margie Bernard of Menominee, Mich.; six grandchildren and eight great-grandchildren; several nieces and nephews; and her caregiver and friend Debbie Green. She was preceded in death by her parents; husband; one brother Andrew Bernard; one grandson Brad Faigl and one great-grandson Trenton Faigl. A Mass of Christian Burial was celebrated today at Saints Cyril and Methodius Catholic Church in Rock Springs. Interment was in the Paul J. Wataha Memorial Park Section of Rock Springs Municipal Cemetery.The family of Mary Louise Faigl respectfully suggests that donations in her memory be made to Young At Heart Senior Citizen’s Center, 2400 Reagan, Rock Springs, WY 82901 or Rock Springs Women’s Club Lending Closet, c/o Felicia Hatt, 409 Paulson, Rock Springs, WY 82901. ---