Newcomer Funeral Home Donald “Don” Ferrell Donald “Don” Ferrell, age 71, of Casper, died Monday, January 3, 2011 at his residence after a lengthily illness. He was born Sept. 20, 1939 in Moorefield, Ohio a son of the late Fred and Margie (Baker) Ferrell. He married Nancy Wolford in Casper and she survives. Other survivors include daughter, Kim Hunt of East Canton, OH, Christi Henderson of Casper, WY, Julie Wolford of Rock Springs, WY; nine grandchildren; a sister, Patti Barnes of San Diego, CA, and a brother, George “Russ” Ferrell of St. Maries, ID. Cremation has taken place. The family will receive friends at the residence from 1-3 pm Saturday January 8, 2011. Newcomer Funeral Home has been entrusted with serving the Ferrell Family. --- Green River Star, Jan 5, 2011 Geraldine Mary Kobler James Geraldine Mary Kobler James, 79, of Rock Springs passed away Dec. 26, 2010, at Swedish Medical Center in Englewood, Colo. She was born Sept. 5, 1931, in Winton, the daughter of the late John T. and Mary Ann Korpnick Kobler. She attended school in Reliance and graduated from Reliance High School in 1949. James excelled in her studies and was valedictorian of her class. She was offered a scholarship to the University of Wyoming. On September 8, 1950, she married Jack James in Rock Springs. They were lifelong residents of Rock Springs. Her interests included spending time with her family, playing the piano, enjoying music, and being a homemaker. She was a member of the Holy Spirit Catholic Community. Survivors include three sons, Mark James and former wife Rita of Rock Springs, Gerald James and wife Paula of Seattle, David James and wife Susan of Littleton, Colo.; one daughter, Jacqueline Edgin and husband Earl of Rawlins; one sister, Marge Sarcletti of Rock Springs; eight grandchildren and four great-grandchildren. James was preceded in death by her husband Jack James on Nov. 1, 2006. She is also preceded in death by her parents, three brothers; Rudy Kobler, Albert Kobler, and John Kobler; seven sisters; Mary Kobler, Alberta Kobler, Agnes Kaumo, Katherine James, Arbella Nesbit, Edna Bookout and Helen Olivero. Funeral services were conducted Monday afternoon at Vase Funeral Chapel in Rock Springs. Interment was in Rock Springs Municipal Cemetery. --- Fox Funeral Home, Jan 8, 2011 Joan Weimer Joan Weimer, 79, of Rock Springs, died Friday, January 7, 2011 at University of Utah Medical Center in Salt Lake City, Utah from complications of heart surgery. She was born January 17, 1931 in Sheridan, Wyoming, the daughter of Orion and Lottie Anderson Aldrich. She attended schools through high school in Sheridan. She married Charles Weimer Sr. on July 17, 1947 in Hardin, Montana. He preceded her in death December 6, 1988. She was employed for many years as a day care provider in her home and also Ma & Pa’s Day Care in Rock Springs. She was a member of the First Assembly of God in Rock Springs. Her interests were camping, playing bingo at the Senior Center, the Denver Bronco’s, involvement in her church, and spending time with her grandchildren. Survivors include sons Chuck Weimer Jr. and companion Jodi Harper of Rock Springs, and Ken Weimer and wife Brenda of Anchorage, Alaska; daughters, Jan Maestas and husband Marshal and Tammy Kloefkorn and husband Roger all of Rock Springs; sister Frances Condray and husband Ernie of Kennewick, Washington; sister-in-law Karen Aldrich of Spokane, Washington; grandchildren Randy Weimer and companion Nicole, Scott Weimer, Katie Weimer and companion Shalamar, Brett Weimer and fiance Sarah, Stephanie Weimer, Cruz Maestas, Sarah and Amanda Kloefkorn; 9 great-grandchildren; several cousins including special cousins Bobbie Corbin of Yuma, Arizona; several nieces and nephews; special friend Gertrude Keith of Rock Springs; and special friend/adopted daughter Pam McCormick of Rock Springs. She was preceded in death by her parents, husband Charles Weimer Sr., brother Sonny Aldrich, and sisters Lucille Novakavich and Stella Aldrich, mother-in-law Frances Weimer, and sister-in-law Marilou Weimer Moore. Funeral services will be held at 11:00 a.m. Thursday, January 13, 2011 at the First Assembly of God, 2191 Century Blvd., Rock Springs. Friends may call 6-8 p.m. Wednesday, January 12, 2011 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 Daily Rocket-Miner, Jan 9, 2011 FREDA MAE WALKER Memorial services for Freda Mae Walker were conducted Friday, Dec. 31, 2010, at the Vase Funeral Chapel, Rock Springs. Cremation has taken place. Mrs. Walker, 82, of Rock Springs died on Sunday, Dec. 26, 2010. A longtime resident of Rock Springs and former resident of Oklahoma, Mrs. Walker died following a lengthy illness. She was born March 15, 1928, in Cottonwood, Okla., the daughter of Theo H. and Chloie Dunn Bonner. She attended schools in Rock Springs. She married Donald J. “Red" Walker on Sept. 22, 1945, in Rock Springs, He preceded her in death on Oct. 20, 1989. She worked as a waitress at various restaurants in Rock Springs for more than 40 years until her retirement in 1970. Her interests included spending time with her family, animals, traveling and visiting her summer home. Survivors include two daughters, Theda "Sue" Porter and husband Patrick and Jo L. Mahaffey, all of Green River; two sisters, Betty Burney and Theda Naylor, both of Coalgate, Okla., six grandchildren, Joseph D. McTee, John H. McTee, Clay R. Mahaffey, Paul M. Mahaffey, Laurie M. Walker and Tammy Young: 11 great-grandchildren, Charlotte Mahaffey, Jamie Mahaffey, Marc Mahaffey, Sage Mahaffey, Aaron McTee, Ashley McTee, Alysia McTee, Eric McTee, Kristen McTee, J.R. Newport and Bethanie Newport. She was preceded in death by her parents; husband; one son, Donald J. Walker Jr.; and one grandson, Michael G. McTee. --- Fox Funeral Home, Jan 9, 2011 Stephany Gil Robinson Stephany Gil Robinson, 32, of Rock Springs died January 7, 2011 at her residence after a sudden illness. She was born December 19, 1978 in Rock Springs, the daughter of Joseph and Diane Porenta Gil. She attended schools in Rock Springs and was a life-long resident. Survivors include her parents, Joe and Diane Gil, and Richard Beckwith all of Rock Springs; brother Nathan Gil and fiance Veronica Montoya of Green River; grandparents, Joe & Margaret Gil of Rock Springs, Ken & Pat Beckwith of Utah, and Matilda Porenta of Rock Springs; 8 aunts and 5 uncles. She was preceded in death by her grandfather Frank Porenta Jr. and aunt Mary Anne Wilbert. Cremation will take place at Fox Crematory, Rock Springs. Private family services will be held. --- Fox Funeral Home, Jan 10, 2011 Grace Eggertsen Anderson Grace Eggertson Anderson, 94, of Rock Springs died January 9, 2011 in Sage View Care Center in Rock Springs due to complications from a stroke. She was born September 19, 1916 in Spanish Fork, Utah to Burton and Annie Eggertsen. She was raised in Utah and later moved to Wyoming after her marriage to Wells Anderson. They were married August 1, 1935 in Provo, Utah. They enjoyed a happy marriage that lasted well over 50 years. Grace was a life long member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. She worked at a number of jobs throughout her life. She spent many years as a sales person for the Avon Company. She was always a very active person. She loved dancing and had a very lovely singing voice. She enjoyed sewing and made many beautiful quilts. She loved reading and playing games. Survivors include sons Don Anderson of Mesa, Arizona, and Bert “Lee” Anderson and wife Marsha of Payson, Utah; daughter Lynn Madison of Rock Springs; several grandchildren and great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband Wells Anderson, daughter Connie Haszier, and son Allen Anderson. Graveside services will be held at 2:00 p.m. Friday, January 14, 2011 in the Spanish Fork Cemetery, Spanish Fork, Utah. --- Rock Springs Daily Rocket-Miner, Jan 11, 2011 Jeanette Elaine Samsel Jeanette Elaine Samsel, 71, of Rock Springs, died Saturday, Jan. 8, 2011, at Memorial Hospital of Sweetwater County. A longtime resident of Rock Springs and former resident of Laramie, she died following a brief illness. She was born Sept. 28, 1939, in Cheyenne, the daughter of Charlie and Myrtle Hostetler Vinzant. She attended schools in Laramie and graduated from Laramie High School with the class of 1957. She married Frankie Wylanta Samsel on June 28, 1958, in Laramie. He preceded her in death on Jan. 6, 1981. Mrs. Samsel worked as a telephone operator for Mountain Bell until she retired in March 1981. Her interests included gardening, collecting frogs, Artex and spending time with her family. Survivors include two sons, William Lawrence Samsel and wife Cathy of Rock Springs and John Wylanta Samsel and fiancée Tina Kerbs of Rock Springs; daughter, Luella M. Sweat and husband Michael of Rock Springs; four brothers, Allen Vinzant of San Diego, Vernon Vinzant of Casper, Dallas Vinzant of Lebanon, Mo., and Dale "Frog" Vinzant of San Diego; two sisters, Donalie Lebsack of Loveland, Colo., and Verona Bulthuis of Lebanon; seven grandsons; three granddaughters; one great-grandson; and several aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents and husband. Funeral services will be conducted at 1 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 15, 2011, at the Vase Funeral Chapel, 154 Elk St., Rock Springs. Friends may call until time of funeral services Saturday morning. Interment will follow at the Rest Haven Memorial Gardens, Rock Springs. --- Rock Springs Daily Rocket-Miner, Jan 16, 2011 GLEN MELVIN BUTCHER Funeral services for Glen Melvin Butcher were conducted Saturday, Jan. 8, 2011, at the LDS Stake Center, Green River. Military graveside services and interment were conducted by the American Legion Archie Hay Post No. 24 at the Riverview Cemetery in Green River. Mr. Butcher, 86, of Green River, died Tuesday, Jan. 4, 2011, at the Castle Rock Convalescent Center in Green River. A longtime Green River resident, he died following a lengthy illness. He was born Aug. 13, 1924, in Bountiful, Utah, the son of Melvin E. Butcher and Lovena Scofield Butcher. He attended school in Salt Lake City. He married Elizabeth Cruz on Dec. 18, 1942, in Green River. She preceded him in death on Sept. 6, 2009. Mr. Butcher worked as a pipe fitter for the Union Pacific Railroad, a patrolman for the Sweetwater County Sheriff's Office, police chief at the Green River Police Department and a maintenance foreman at Allied Chemical. He was a U.S. Navy veteran of World War II. Mr. Butcher was a member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. His interests included spending time with his family, cards, bowling and yard work. His survivors include one son, Mike Butcher and wife Rhonda of Rock Springs; two brothers, Jerry Butcher and wife Patricia of Green River and Dennis Butcher and wife Lola of Leads, Utah; six sisters, Shirley Nellen and husband Glenn of Green River, Bonnie Bingham of Riverton, Joyce Ward and husband Bill of Idaho Falls, Idaho, and Patricia Davies and husband Walt, Susan Whitehead and husband Ken and Sherry Lynn Zinger and husband Ace, all of Salt Lake City; three grandchildren, Chrystal Wagner and husband Dwayne, Michael G. Butcher and wife Brooke and Kyle Butcher and wife Marla; seven great-grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents; wife; four brothers, Larry, David, Don and Norman; and one sister, Maxine Yeager. --- Rock Springs Daily Rocket-Miner, Jan 23, 2011 EDWARD COPYAK Memorial services for Edward Copyak were conducted Friday, Jan. 14, 2011, at Our Lady of Sorrows Catholic Church, Rock Springs. Inurnment followed in the Rest Haven Memorial Gardens Cemetery. Mr. Copyak, 98, died Sunday, Jan. 9, 2011, in the Sublette County Senior Center. A longtime Rock Springs resident, he died from cancer. He was born in Rock Springs. He worked in Wyoming as a miner and railroader. His interests included his family, friends and his home in Wyoming. His is survived by his sister, Kay Croen; brother, George Copyak Sr. of Salt Lake City; grandsons, Jim Newcomb and Joel Newcomb of Colorado; several nephews and a nieces, Bob Copyak, Dennis Copyak, Fred Copyak, George Copyak Jr., John Nesbit, Marilyn Wood, and Loretta Atwood; and stepdaughter, Hilda Fabiny. He was preceded by his wife, Thelma; daughter, Barbara Newcomb; brother, John Copyak Jr.; and his sisters, Margaret Nesbit and Ann Snyder. --- Rock Springs Daily Rocket-Miner, Jan 23, 2011 DONALD CLIFFORD SHEPARD Graveside services and interment with military honors for Donald Clifford Shepard were conducted Thursday, Jan. 13, 2011, at the Riverview Cemetery in Green River. Mr. Shepard, 87, of Green River, died Saturday, Jan. 8, 2011, at Memorial Hospital of Sweetwater County. A longtime Green River resident and former resident of Nebraska, he died following a lengthy illness. He was born April 9, 1923, in Lewellen, Neb., the son of Samuel and Elizabeth Risty Braden Shepard. Mr. Shepard married Evelyn M. McCormack on Sept. 2, 1944, in McComb, Ill. She preceded him in death on March 12, 2002. Mr. Shepard was a U.S. Army veteran of World War II. He obtained an honorable discharge on March 9, 1946. He worked for the Union Pacific Railroad as a carman until his retirement in 1986. His interests included hunting, fishing and football. His survivors include one daughter, Evelyne Jeanne Laughter of Green River; two sons, Roy Wayne Shepard and Rowmay of Green River and Sammy Gale Shepard and Ginny of Bentonville, Ark.; 13 grandchildren; and many great-grandchildren, nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents; wife: daughter, Donna Mae Hower; two sons, Dennis Cecil Shepard and Michael Don Shepard; four sisters, Mayne, Rose, Dorothy and Helen; four brothers, Andy, George, Clyde and Cecil; two grandsons, T.G. Casto and Derrick Debren; and son-in-law, Theron Laughter. --- Green River Star, Feb 2, 2011 Grovernor "Grover" Michael Martin Grovernor “Grover” Michael Martin, 70, of Rock Springs passed away Jan. 28, 2011, at his home. He was a lifelong resident of Rock Springs. He was born Dec. 1, 1940, in Rock Springs, the son of Joseph and Eileen Ainscough Martin. Martin attended schools in Rock Springs, and graduated from Rock Springs High School with the class of 1959. He worked for General Chemical, owned and operated GM Construction and was last employed by Sweetwater County Landfill as a technician until his retirement in 2010. Martin was a member of the Eagles Fraternal Order No. 151 in Rock Springs. Survivors include his mother Eileen Martin of Brush, Colo.; two sons Jerry Martin and wife Lisa of Chewelah, Wash., and Dave Martin and wife Cindy of Rock Springs; two daughters Laurie Whicker and husband Glen of Boise, Idaho, and Janeen Lesneski of Grants Pass, Ore.; one brother Eddie Martin and wife Jenny of Brush, Colo.; one sister Lynn Ernst of Denver; 13 grandchildren; seven great-grandchildren; several aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces and nephews and his special friend Elva Martin. He was preceded in death by his father. A Mass of Christian burial was celebrated today at the Our Lady of Sorrows Catholic Church, “A” Street and Broadway, Rock Springs. Interment will be in the Rock Springs Municipal Cemetery. --- Green River Star, Feb 2, 2011 Willie Leonard "Hambone" Collins Sr. Willie Leonard “Hambone” Collins Sr., 87, of Rock Springs passed away Jan. 31, 2011, at his home. A longtime resident of Rock Springs and former resident of West Blocton, Ala., Collins passed away following a lengthy illness. He was born in West Blocton, Ala., on Oct. 20, 1923, the son of the late Dan and Ethel H. Hayes Collins. Collins attended schools in West Blocton and graduated from West Blocton High School with the class of 1941. He also attended Army Military School. He married Mary M. Curse in West Blocton, Ala., on March 25, 1950. Collins was a member of the New Hope Baptist Church and American Legion Archie Hay Post 24. He served in the United States Army during World World II. Collins worked as a miner for FMC Corp. for 22 years until his retirement in the summer of 1985. His interests included spending time with his family and grandchildren, yard work, traveling, enjoyed watching sports and was a big fan of the New York Yankees. Survivors include his wife Mary Collins and two sons Willie Collins Jr. and wife Brenda and Bruce Collins and wife Teresa, all of Rock Springs; one sister Lois Hernandez of Brooklyn, N.Y.; six grandchildren; two great-grandchildren; several nephews, nieces and great nieces. He was preceded in death by his parents, one brother Harvey Collins and his wife Ruth, two sisters Kat Collins and Florence Collins and nephew Edgar Collins. Funeral services will be conducted at 11 a.m. Saturday at the New Hope Baptist Church, 513 "G" Street, Rock Springs. Military honors will be conducted at the church. Interment will be in Rock Springs Municipal Cemetery. Friends may call at Vase Chapel on Friday from 6-8 p.m. and at the church one hour prior to services. --- Green River Star, Feb 4, 2011 David Arthur Taucher David Arthur Taucher, 55, of Rock Springs passed away Feb. 4, 2011. He was a lifelong resident of Rock Springs. Taucher was born in Rock Springs on July 7, 1955, the son of Arthur Taucher and Elsie Strauss Taucher. He attended schools in Rock Springs and was a graduate of Rock Springs High School with the class of 1973. Taucher also attended the University of Utah and obtained a bachelor's degree in finance. He married the former Kimberly Morgando in Rock Springs on Dec. 10, 1994. Taucher was a real estate appraiser at Taucher & Taucher for 32 years. He was a member of Holy Spirit Catholic Community. His interests included doing everything with his family and watching his children at their sports activities. He also enjoyed golfing and camping. Survivors include his wife Kimberly Taucher, his mother Elsie Taucher, his son Jacob Arthur Taucher, three daughters Devon Frederique Taucher, Kaylen Kimberly Taucher and Emily Marie Taucher and one brother Jimmy Taucher and wife Joni, all of Rock Springs; two sisters Jane Kohrs and husband Dean of Geneseo, Kan., and Marian Oblock and husband Paul of Rock Springs; numerous in-laws and several aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his father Arthur Taucher. Following cremation, a Mass of Christian burial was celebrated today at Saints Cyril & Methodius Catholic Church in Rock Springs. Graveside services and inurnment took place in Rock Springs Municipal Cemetery. --- Rock Springs Daily Rocket-Miner, Feb 6, 2011 MARILYN BERTAGNOLLI DENVER – A mass for Marilyn Bertagnolli was celebrated Monday, Jan. 31, 2011, at the Church of the Risen Christ Catholic Church in Denver. Interment followed in the Rock Springs Cemetery. Mrs. Bertagnolli, 81, died Monday, Jan. 24, 2011, in Denver. She was born March 21, 1929, in Rock Springs to Edna and Frank Kershisnik. One of six children, she attended school in Rock Springs and graduated from Rock Springs High School. She attended the University of Wyoming, where she earned a teaching certificate. She taught in Rock Springs and Superior. She married Emil J. Bertagnolli on July 12, 1953, in Rock Springs. He preceded her in death on Nov. 28, 1994. They had two children. They lived in Rock Springs until 1982, when they moved to Denver. She was a member of Our Lady of Sorrows Catholic Church and participated in bridge club and PTO. She was a member of the Church of the Risen Christ Catholic Church in Denver and volunteered at the Church Book Nook. She is survived by her children, Jeane Manchester and husband Gary of Denver and LeeAnn O'Farrell and husband Mark of Rock Springs; grandsons, Dustin Manchester of Philadelphia and Matt and Mike O'Farrell of Pocatello, Idaho.; brother, Jack Kershisnik and wife Charlene of Rock Springs; sisters-in-law, Mary Ann Kershisnik of Centerville, Utah, Mary Lou Kershisnik of Littleton, Colo., and Ada B. Whitehead of Phoenix; and numerous nieces and nephews and cousins. She was preceded in death by her husband; parents; brothers, Frank, David and Joseph; sister, Jean McCrann; and brother-in-law, John McCrann. Honorary pallbearers included Gary Manchester, Dr. Mark O'Farrell, Dr. Dustin Manchester, Matt O'Farrell, Mike O'Farrell and Jack Kershisnik. --- Rock Springs Daily Rocket-Miner, Feb 6, 2011 LEONARD CROUCH Memorial services for Leonard Crouch were conducted Thursday, Jan. 27, 2011, at the Union Congregational Church, Green River. Inurnment with military honors followed at the Riverview Cemetery, Green River. Cremation has taken place. Mr. Crouch, 83, of Green River, died Monday, Jan. 24, 2011, at his residence in Green River after a lengthy illness. He was born Dec. 31, 1927, in Rock Springs, the son of Hugh and Elizabeth Bean Crouch. He attended schools in Green River and graduated from Lincoln High School with the class of 1946. He married Carol D. Taylor on July 23, 1966, in Green River. He retired from FMC after 20 years. He was a veteran and served in the U.S. Army during the Korean War. He earned the Good Conduct Medal, Korea Service Medal, Army of Occupation Medal, United Nations Service Medal and the National Defense Service Medal. He received an honorable discharge in 1954. He was a member and quartermaster of the Veterans of Foreign Wars. His interests included fishing, working in the yard, gardening and crossword puzzles. Survivors include his wife, Carol D. Crouch of Green River; son, Leonard Dale Crouch of Moreno Valley, Calif.; daughters, Lenore D. Wilson and Christine L. Merkerson, both of Dallas, and Elizabeth L. Scott of Jonesboro, Ga., brothers, LeRoy Crouch of Washington, D.C., John Crouch of Rock Springs, Hugh Crouch of Green River and Robert Crouch of South Dakota; sisters, Estell Crouch of Denver and Sara Green of Green River; 11 grandchildren; six great-grandchildren; and numerous cousins, nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents, Hugh and Elizabeth Crouch; and brother, Arthur James Crouch. --- Rock Springs Daily Rocket-Miner, Feb 6, 2011 MICHAEL DWAYNE MARSE Funeral services for Michael Dwayne Marse were conducted Saturday, Jan. 29, 2011, at the Green River 5th Ward LDS Church. Interment has taken place in the Riverview Cemetery in Green River. Mr. Marse, 37, of Green River died Wednesday, Jan. 19, 2011 at Memorial Hospital of Sweetwater County after a lengthy illness. He was born Jan. 23, 1973 in Farmington, N.M, the son of Jack Marse and Linda Walden Gould. He attended schools in Farmington and Salt Lake City. He married Sara Smith on April 3, 1996 in Las Vegas, Nev. They were later divorced. He was a member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. His interests included all sports including football, baseball, watching NASCAR, fishing and spending time with his children. He was an avid Denver Broncos fan. Survivors include his mother Linda Gould and husband Joseph of Las Vegas; sons, Skyler and Zachary Marse, both of Green River; half-brother, David Marse of Riverton, Utah; sister, Jacqueline Marse of Las Vegas; half-sister, Sarah Shepherd and husband Mattson of Kaysville, Utah; several aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his father, Jack Marse, son, Matthew Chad Marse, and grandparents. --- Rock Springs Daily Rocket-Miner, Feb 6, 2011 J.D. MILLER JR. Following cremation, a memorial service for J.D. Miller Jr. was conducted Sunday, Jan. 30, 2011, at the Green River United Methodist Church. Pastor Mark Collins conducted the services. Mr. Miller, 84, of Green Hill River, died Wednesday, Jan. 26, 2011, at Memorial Hospital of Sweetwater County in Rock Springs. He was a longtime Green River resident and former resident of Rockdale, Texas. He was born Sept. 16, 1926, in Arlington, Texas, the son of J.D. and Ruth Wade Miller. He attended schools in Arlington and Lubbock, Texas, and graduated from Arlington High School with the class of 1944. He attended Texas Tech in Lubbock, Texas, and graduated with a B.S. degree in engineering. He married Charlene Johnston on March 4, 1950, in Arlington. Mr. Miller served in the U.S. Air Force during World War II and the Korean War. He worked for Industrial Generating Company in Rockdale as an engineer from 1954 to 1973 and General Chemical (Allied Chemical) for 15 years until he retired on May 19, 1988. Mr. Miller was a member of the Lions Club from 1959 to 1973; Rockdale Country Club from 1959 to 1973; a Boy Scouts of America pack leader from 1969 to 1973; and Rolling Green Country Club from 1973 to 2011. Survivors include his wife, Charlene Miller of Green River; two sons, Michael H. Miller and wife Julie and Stephen D. Miller and wife Cleo, all of Rock Springs; two sisters, Pat Galyon of Golden, Texas, and Gayle Bramall of Wesley, Ark.; five grandchildren, Cindy Halstead and husband Todd, Shane Miller and wife Beth, Sheila McKloskey and husband Kenny, Jennifer Bieber and husband Chad and Sean Miller; eight great-grandchildren, Ron Halstead, Stephen Halstead, Shellena Beaver, Conner McKloskey, Ivan Miller, Savanah McKloskey, Gabriella Miller and Dominik Bieber; and many nephews and nieces. He was preceded in death by his parents. --- Rock Springs Daily Rocket-Miner, Feb 6, 2011 THELMA HILDA RINGDAHL WEBB Funeral services for Thelma Hilda Ringdahl Webb were conducted Thursday, Feb. 3, 2011, at the Green River First and Third Ward Chapel. Interment followed at the Riverview Cemetery in Green River. Mrs. Webb, 92, of Green River died Friday, Jan. 28, 2011, at Memorial Hospital of Sweetwater County in Rock Springs after a short illness. She was born Nov. 6, 1918, in Lyman, the daughter of John G. and Mary Lucile Field Ringdahl. She attended schools in Lyman and graduated from Lyman High School with the class of 1935. She married Paxton E. Webb on June 10, 1935, in Lyman. She worked as a secretary for Sweetwater County School District No. 2 and the city of Green River. She was a member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints and Daughters of Utah Pioneers. Her interests included reading, cooking, handiwork, quilting, volunteering at the food bank in Green River and giving her time and service to others. She made more than 100 afghans for family members and humanitarian organizations. Survivors include her sons, Paxton Edwin Webb and James Robert Webb and wife Margaret, all of Green River, John T. Webb and wife Jan of Spanish Fork, Utah, and Joseph Webb and wife Sharon; daughters, DeAnn Harsha and husband Eddie of Green River and Alice Andreasen and husband Cal of Gilbert, Ariz.; 33 grandchildren; 57 great-grandchildren; and 13 great-great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, Paxton E. Webb; daughter, Helen Lorian "Bunny" Youngberg; and parents, John and Lucile Ringdahl. --- Green River Star, Feb 9, 2011 Donna J. Roberts Zanetti Donna J. Roberts Zanetti, 79, passed away Jan. 30, 2011, of complications from surgery, at St. Rose Dominican Hospital in Henderson, Nev. She resided in Henderson since 2005, and was a former longtime resident of Rock Springs, She was born July 26, 1931, in Rock Springs to Morgan F. Roberts and Elizabeth J. Dykes Roberts. She was a graduate of Rock Springs High School class of 1950. She married Glenn Martens in 1952 and later divorced. She then married Pete Zanetti on Oct. 21, 1974, in Las Vegas. She spent many years working as an accountant and tour director for Zanetti Bus Lines that Pete owned. They enjoyed dining at local restaurants and traveling around the country and worldwide to visit friends and relatives. Her husband preceded her in death May 10, 1999. Zanetti was a member of Holy Spirit Catholic Community, Sweetwater County Republican Women, and served for decades as the Reforestation Chair for the Business and Professional Women. In 2005, she was named as Republican of the Year by the Sweetwater Republican in recognition of her lifelong service and dedication. As an avid bowler, Zanetti was a member of local bowling leagues in both Rock Springs and Henderson for years. Following her move to Henderson, she enjoyed going to Las Vegas shows and occasionally playing the slot machines (a skill she acquired following years of taking bus tours to Wendover and Elko, Nev.). In 2004, Donna was diagnosed with cancer. She approached each chemotherapy and radiation treatment with optimism with her precious shih tzu, Sergio by her side. A year later, she was cancer free. What Donna loved most was her family across the United States, in Italy and in Great Britain. She also treasured the many friendships she made over the years in Salt Lake City, Rock Springs and Henderson. She is survived by daughter Cyndi Giorgis and son-in-law James M. Kruger of Henderson, Nev.; daughter Glenda K. McNulty of Salt Lake City; two grandchildren and their spouses; five great-grandchildren; one brother Benjamin Howell Roberts of Twin Falls, Idaho; sister-in-law Joan Kowalski of Tacoma, Wash.; aunt Mae Dykes of Rock Springs; numerous nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents, husband, brothers Basil, Morgan F. Jr. and Donald R.; two sisters Merna A. Smith and Genevieve D. Feith and husband Joseph. Following cremation, a Mass of Christian burial will be celebrated at 11 a.m. Saturday at Saints Cyril & Methodius Catholic Church, 633 Bridger Avenue, Rock Springs. A parish rosary will be recited at 10:30 a.m. Saturday at the church. Graveside services and inurnment will be conducted at the Rock Springs Municipal Cemetery. Honorable pallbearer Jim Amsbury. The family of Donna Jean Zanetti respectfully suggests that donations in her memory be made to Holy Spirit Catholic Community School Building Fund, 116 Broadway, Rock Springs, WY 82901. --- Fox Funeral Home Joan Kitty To Kitty Joan To, 72, of Layton, died Thursday, February 10, 2011 at Ogden Regional Hospital, Ogden, Utah. She has been a resident of Layton for the past 10 years and former longtime resident of Rock Springs. She was born October 21, 1938 in Hong Kong, the daughter of Sun Yuk Man and Sun Miu Chun. She married Wing Kueng To in Hong Kong. He preceded her in death in 1995. She was employed as a cook at the Renegade Cafe in Rock Springs for many years. She was a member of the Catholic Church. Her interests were watching TV and traveling. Survivors include her son David To and wife YuXing Guo of Layton; brothers Peter Sun of Hong Kong, and John Sun of Toronto Canada;sisters,Lucy Wong and Pansy Sun both of Hong Kong; grandchildren Lillian To and Wenjing Wei; numerous nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her husband Wing To and her parents. Funeral services will be held at 12:00 noon Monday, February 21, 2011 at Fox Funeral Home, 2800 Commercial Way, Rock Springs where friends may call one hour prior to the services. Interment will take place in the Chinese section of the Rock Springs Municipal Cemetery, Rock Springs. --- Pinedale Roundup, Feb 10, 2011 Marilyn Bertagnolli Marilyn Bertagnolli, beloved mother and grandmother, passed away Monday, Jan. 24, 2011 in Denver, Colo. She was born in Rock Springs on March 21, 1929 to Edna and Frank Kershisnik. She was one of six children. She lived and attended school in Rock Springs. After graduating from Rock Springs High School, she attended the University of Wyoming, where she earned her teaching certificate. She taught in both Rock Springs and Superior. She married Emil J. Bertagnolli in Rock Springs on July 12, 1953. Together, they had two children, Jeane and LeeAnn. They lived in Rock Springs until 1982, at which time they moved to Denver. Emil preceded her in death on Nov. 28, 1994. Marilyn was a member of Our Lady of Sorrows Catholic Church and was active in bridge club and PTO. While in Denver, she was a member of the Church of the Risen Christ Catholic Church and volunteered at the Church Book Nook. Marilyn is survived by her children, Jeane Manchester and husband Gary of Denver, and LeeAnn O’Farrell and husband Mark of Rock Springs, as well as three grandsons: Dustin Manchester of Philadelphia, Penn. and Matt and Mike O’Farrell of Pocatello, Idaho. She is also survived by her brother, Jack Kershisnik, and wife Charlene of Rock Springs, sisters-in-law Mary Ann Kershisnik of Centerville, Utah, Mary Lou Kershisnik of Littleton, Colo. and Ada B. Whitehead of Phoenix, Ariz., as well as numerous nieces and nephews and cousins. She was preceded in death by her husband, parents, brothers Frank, David and Joseph sister Jean McCrann and brother in law John McCrann. There will be a rosary at 9:30 a.m. followed by a memorial service at 10 a.m. at Our Lady of Sorrows Catholic Church in Rock Springs on Monday, Feb. 21. Interment will follow in the Rock Springs Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Gary Manchester, Dr. Mark O’Farrell, Dr. Dustin Manchester, Matt O’Farrell, Mike O’Farrell and Jack Kershisnik (honorary). --- Rock Springs Daily Rocket-Miner, Feb 13, 2011 MIKE FIGGINS Interment for Mike Figgins took place in Salt Lake City on Dec. 29, 2010, in accordance with Baha’i customs and laws. A memorial services followed at the Baha’i Center. Mr. Figgins, 68, of Green River, died Sunday, Dec. 26, 2010, at the University of Utah Hospital in Salt Lake City after a short illness. He was born July 30, 1942, to Jesse and Oleta Figgins of Boulder, Colo. He was the eldest of the three children. After high school, he joined the Navy and served in the submarine division, where he became a member of the Baha’i faith. He married Becky Foreman while attending the University of Northern Colorado in Greeley, Colo. Shortly after their marriage, they moved to Malawi and worked as pioneer missionaries for the Baha’i faith. They later moved to the country now known as Zimbabwe. His interests included drawing, practicing calligraphy, playing cards with his famil, reading science fiction novels and Africa, where he spent 28 years. He is survived by his four children, Michel, David, Julie and Amy; wife, Becky; and sisters, Judy and Betty. --- Rock Springs Daily Rocket-Miner, Feb 13, 2011 SAM GARCIA GILLETTE—A funeral mass for Sam Garcia was celebrated Friday, Feb. 4, 2011, at St. Matthew’s Catholic Church. Father Tim Martinson officiated. Mr. Garcia, 57, of Gillette, died Tuesday, Feb. 1, 2011, at Campbell County Memorial Hospital of heart failure. He was born May 1, 1953, in Lamar, Colo., the son of Sam and DeIval (Jones) Garcia. He was raised in Rock Springs and graduated from Rock Springs High School in 1971. He married Trudy Turcato on June 23, 1972, in Coalville, Utah. He received a kidney from his mother on July 27, 1976. He returned to college and graduated from the University of Wyoming in May 1985, with a degree in education. He taught art at several Campbell County schools and was an artist. His interests included hanging out with friends and family, including watching their school activities and sporting events like soccer; camping and hunting. He is survived by his wife, Trudy Garcia of Gillette; sons: Stacey and wife Tiffani Garcia, Sammy and wife Bobbie Garcia, Saber Garcia and Spencer and wife Tara Garcia, all of Gillette; grandchildren, Trevor, JaCoby, Eleana and Jude; father, Sam and wife Francis Garcia of Bosque, N.M.; brother Gilbert and wife Deneise Garcia of Rock Springs; and sister, Kelly Garcia of Cheyenne. He was preceded in death by his mother; and sister, Carolyn. --- Rock Springs Daily Rocket-Miner, Feb 13, 2011 DORIS JEAN PARTON Doris Jean Parton, 75, of Rock Springs, died Wednesday, Feb. 2, 2011, at her home. A lifelong Rock Springs resident, she had been in ill health for several years. She was born Jan. 30, 1936, in Rock Springs, the daughter of Silvio and Mary Dorigatti Zancanella. She attended schools in Rock Springs and graduated from Rock Springs High School with the class of 1955. While in high school, she was involved in band and drama. She married Robert O. Parton on May 20, 1948, in Rock Springs. Mrs. Parton worked as a bookkeeper at the North Side State Bank for five years. She was a member of the Holy Spirit Catholic Community and former member of the B.P.O. Does. Her interests included crocheting, watching movies, spending time with family and friends and reading. Survivors include her husband, Robert O. Parton; two sons, Ronald Keith Parton of Casper and Robert David Parton of Rock Springs; and three grandchildren, Katie Parton, Carolyn Parton and Christopher Parton. She was preceded in death by her parents. Private family services and interment will be conducted. --- Fox Funeral Home Kenneth Spann Kenneth Neil Spann, 54, of Rock Springs died Monday February 14, 2011 at the University of Utah Medical Center in Salt Lake City. He was a lifelong resident of Rock Springs. He was born February 6, 1957 in Rock Springs, the son of LeRoy Ephraim Spann and Lily Mae Jensen Spann. He attended schools in Rock Springs and graduated from Rock Springs High School with the class of 1976. He married Tamara Ann Brown on February 11, 1978 in Rock Springs. He was employed as a heavy equipment mechanic for Black Butte Coal for 18 years and self-employed as a mechanic for 10 years. He was a member of the Congregational Church. He was also a member of the Rock Springs Eagles and VFW. His interests were hunting, fishing, woodworking, building homes, spending time with Eagle members and most of all, spending time with his sons and all his family members and friends. Survivors include his wife, Tamara Ann Spann of Rock Springs; sons, Jesse Neil Spann and wife Erin Anne of Laramie, Jared Ryan Spann of Salt Lake City, and Bryan Thomas Spann of Lafayette, Indiana; brother, Calvin A. Spann and wife Ellen of Lyman, Wyoming; aunt, Edna Georgis of Pinedale; niece, Melinda Mitchell and husband Jason of Evanston; nephews, Richard Spann and wife Angie of Rock Springs, and Michael Spann and wife Erin of Grand Junction, Colorado; mother-in-law, Ann Brown of Grants Pass, Oregon; brother-in-law, Timothy Brown of Grants Pass; and numerous cousins. He was preceded in death by parents, Roy and Lily Spann, father-in-law, Fred L. Brown, and several aunts and uncles. Cremation will take place at Fox Crematory, Rock Springs. Memorial services will be held at 11:00 a.m. Saturday, February 19, 2011 at Fox Funeral Home, 2800 Commercial Way, Rock Springs. Inurnment will take place at Rest Haven Memorial Gardens, Rock Springs. --- Rock Springs Daily Rocket-Miner, Feb 20, 2011 DAISY D. GIL Memorial services for Daisy D. Gil were conducted Wednesday, Feb. 9, 2011, at New Life Ministries, Rock Springs. Cremation has taken place. Mrs. Gil, 80, of Rock Springs, died Friday, Feb. 4, 2011, at her home. A longtime Rock Springs resident and former longtime resident of Denver, she died following a lengthy illness. She was born Dec. 13, 1930, in Rugby, Colo., the daughter of William and Della Martinez Sandoval. She attended school in Rugby. She married Jesse Gil on Dec. 31, 1949, in Superior. Mrs. Gil worked at the Outlaw Inn for 20 years and retired in August 1994. She was a member of New Life Ministries. Her interests included spending time with her family, crocheting, fishing and listening to music. Survivors include her husband, Jesse Gil of Rock Springs; three sons, David Gil, Nick Gil and Bill Gil and wife Kay, all of Rock Springs; six daughters, Kathy Cisneros and husband Steve of Clearfield, Utah, Diana Martinez and husband Marty of Denver, Lorraine Vigil and husband Steve, Cindy Valdez and husband Rick, Anita Fernandez and husband Danny and Loriann Portillo and husband Dennis, all of Rock Springs; three brothers, Andy Martinez of Oklahoma, Ben Martinez of Littleton, Colo., and Joe Jiron of Walsenburg, Colo.; three sisters, Caroline Gallegos of Ogden, Utah, Veronica Garcia of Lovington, N.M., and Susie Romero of Walsenburg, Colo.; 24 grandchildren; 22 great grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents; one son, Tommy Gil; two brothers, Tommy Sandoval and Gilbert Sandoval; one sister, Mae Ramirez; and one grandson, Ricky Valdez. --- Rock Springs Daily Rocket-Miner, Feb 20, 2011 ELLEN LOUISE FREEMAN MERRELL Following cremation, a mass of Christian burial for Ellen Louise Freeman Merrell was celebrated Monday, Feb. 14, 2011, at the Our Lady of Sorrows Catholic Church, Rock Springs. A vigil service with rosary was recited Sunday, Feb. 13, 2011, at the Vase Funeral Chapel, Rock Springs. Mrs. Merrell, 89, of Rock Springs, died Tuesday, Feb. 8, 2011, at her home. A lifelong Rock Springs resident, she had been in ill health for several years. She was born Nov. 13, 1921, in Rock Springs, the daughter of John M. Freeman and Ida Burnett Freeman. She attended schools in Rock Springs and was a 1940 graduate of Rock Springs High School. She married Lowell E. Merrell on Oct. 19, 1946, in Green River. Mrs. Merrell and her husband owned and operated Rushmore Furniture. She was a bookkeeper and salesperson. Mrs. Merrell was a member of Holy Spirit Catholic Community, Sunset Homemakers Club, a 4-H Club leader, treasurer of the Sweetwater Diabetes Chapter, Wyoming Porcelain Artists, Young at Heart Recreational Center and Fire Hole Gang-Good Sam Chapter. Her interests included spending time with family and friends, traveling, RV trips and handcrafting activities. Survivors include her husband, Lowell E. Merrell of Rock Springs; two sons, Leonard E. Merrell and Roger A. Merrell and wife Linda, all of Rock Springs, daughter, Diane E. Roccabruna and husband Rick of Rock Springs; 10 grandchildren, Amber Roccabruna and Ricco Roccabruna, both of Rock Springs, Leslie Cover and husband Jerry, Phillip Me Tell and wife Samantha and Marjorie Williams, all of Green River, Karen Merrell of Salt Lake City, Wendy Merrell of Stoughton, Wis., Stephanie Lenzineier and husband Gary of St. Cloud, Minn., Nancy Campbell and husband Bryan of Laramie and Sara Merrell of Minneapolis; seven great-grandchildren; and several nieces, nephews and cousins. She was preceded in death by her parents; son, Kenneth L. Merrell; grandson, Robert Merrell; four brothers, James Freeman, Kenneth Freeman, George Freeman and Newton Freeman; and two sisters, Ida Marrieta and Mary Freeman. --- Green River Star, Feb 23, 2011 Frank Arthur Tominc Frank Arthur Tominc, 57, of Rock Springs passed away Feb. 17, 201, at his home. A lifelong resident of Rock Springs and Green River, Tominc had been in ill health for the past several months. He was born Oct. 15, 1953, in Rock Springs, the son of Frank Anton Tominc and Virginia Margaret Roeseler Tominc. He attended school in Rock Springs and was a 1972 graduate of the Rock Springs High School. Tominc attended and graduated from the University of Wyoming with a bachelor's degree in science and math. Tominc owned and operated several successful business enterprises serving Sweetwater County. He was later employed by the United States Postal Service as a postal clerk for 17 years. He was a member of Holy Spirit Catholic Community. He was an avid bowler and won both state and national bowling championships. His other interests included riding his Harley Davidson motorcycle, fishing and other outdoor activities, such as sand drag racing, gardening, gourmet cooking and his cat, Herminy. Survivors include his mother, Virginia M. Tominc of Rock Springs; daughter, Chelsie Liane Tominc and her mother Karen Marty Tominc, both of Green River; one brother, Gregory Paul Tominc, of Green River; several aunts, uncles and cousins. He was preceded in death by his father. A Mass of Christian burial was celebrated today at Our Lady of Sorrows Catholic Church in Rock Springs. Cremation will follow at the Vase White Mountain Crematory. The family of Frank Arthur Tominc respectfully suggests that donations in his memory be made to Hospice of Sweetwater County, 809 Thompson Street, Suite D, Rock Springs, WY 82901 or The Gnidovec and Welsh Scholarship Fund, 116 Broadway, Rock Springs, WY 82901. --- Green River Star, Feb 23, 2011 Stanley Paul Dolence Stanley Paul Dolence, 85, died Feb. 16, 2011, with his family by his side. He was a patient in the Alzheimers Unit at Sage View Care Center for the past 16 months. He was born July 19, 1925, in Rock Springs to Rudolph and Antonia Hafner Dolence. He attended school in Rock Springs with the class of 1944 and was drafted into service during World War II during his senior year. He later received his diploma from Rock Springs High School. During World War II he served in the 248th Army Airforce Base Unit in the 20th Army Air Force as a propeller specialist. He was discharged as a sergeant Feb. 17, 1946. Upon his return, he became an apprentice carpenter, which led to a 40-year career as a master craftsman. After his retirement, Dolence continued his woodworking by making unique crafts for family and friends. He married Elsie Kuseck on July 28, 1951, at St. Cyril and Methodius Catholic Church in Rock Springs. Together they had four children. Dolence was a member of Holy Spirit Catholic Community, the Carpenters Local Union No. 1620 and Young at Heart Senior Citizens Center. His interests included horseshoe pitching, bocci-bolli, bowling, polka dancing and sharing childhood stories with his children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren. He also enjoyed the outdoors with his family. He was an avid sports fan, particularly of the Denver Broncos and Wyoming Cowboys. Survivors include his wife of 59 years, Elsie Dolence, of Rock Springs; two sons Larry Dolence and wife Stephanie and Robert Dolence, all of Rock Springs; two daughters Joyce Dolence and Janet Johnson and husband Terry, also of Rock Springs; eight grandchildren; seven great-grandchildren; three brothers Joe Dolence and wife Pat of Mountain View and Rudy Dolence and John Dolence of Rock Springs; one sister Antonia Bolton and husband LeGrande of Victor, Idaho; numerous nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents, grandson Jaakon Dolence, daughter-in-law Kathryn Dolence and special pets, Fishin` Dog and Sunshine. A Mass of Christian burial was celebrated Tuesday at Saints Cyril and Methodius Catholic Church in Rock Springs. Military honors and interment took place in the Paul J. Wataha Section of the Rock Springs Municipal Cemetery. The family of Stanley Dolence respectfully suggests donations in his memory be made to the Holy Spirit Elevator Fund, 116 Broadway, Rock Springs, WY 82901; Rock Springs Humane Society, 310 Yellowstone Road, Rock Springs, WY 82901 or the charity of the donor's choice. --- Rock Springs Daily Rocket-Miner, Feb 27, 2011 GEMMA MARIE HAMILTON A funeral mass for Gemma Marie Hamilton was celebrated Saturday, Feb. 19, 2011, at the SS. Cyril and Methodius Catholic Church, Rock Springs. A holy rosary was recited at the church. Interment followed at the Rest Haven Memorial Gardens in Rock Springs. Gemina Marie Hamilton died Sunday, Feb. 13, 2011. She is survived by her parents, Greg and Mary Hamilton; siblings, Catherine, 13, Andrew, 12, Margaret, 10, Elizabeth, 8, Caroline, 7, William, 5, and Mark, 2; grandparents, Robert and Helena Linn and Sharon Hamilton; great-grandmother, Frances Zaparynuk of Big Sandy, Mont.; and many aunts, uncles, cousins and friends. She was preceded in death by her grandfather, Robert Hamilton; and great-grandparents, Pete Zaparynuk, Philip and Elva Marincic, Ralph and Jannette Linn and Frank and Helen Mohar. --- Rock Springs Daily Rocket-Miner, Feb 27, 2011 PAUL ANTONE PIVIK RENO, Nev. -- Paul Antone Pivik died Saturday, Feb. 19, 2011, at Renown Medical Center in Reno, Nev., after a lengthy illness. He was born Sept. 23, 1952 in Rock Springs. He graduated from Rock Springs High School in 1971. He enlisted in the Navy and served four years on the U.S. Independence aircraft carrier. He was discharged as an ATS. He attended the University of Wyoming and received a degree in civil engineering. He worked for the Rock Springs Public Works Department for 17 years. He relocated to Reno and worked for G.A. Engineering and Planning as a staff engineer. His interests included rafting, mountain hiking, fishing, hunting, woodworking, scuba diving, restoring cars and riding motorcycles. He is survived by his parents, Antone and Amy Pivik; sister, Jean Pivik; nephew, Eddie Baker and wife Debbie; niece, Brandi Baker-Portereiko and husband Michael of Thousand Oaks, Calif.; great-niece, Anne Portereiko; great-nephew, Nick Portereiko; aunt, Elva Martin; uncles, John Schnauber and wife Jean and Otto Schnauber and wife Jane; and several cousins. Cremation has taken place. A service will be conducted at a later date in Rock Springs. --- Rock Springs Daily Rocket-Miner, Feb 27, 2011 BETH LEE TRAVIS ESCONDIDO, Calif. -- Beth Lee Travis, 94, died Wednesday, December 22, 2010, at the Palomar Medical Center in Escondido, Calif. She was a longtime Rock Springs resident. She was born Oct. 16, 1916, in Rock Springs to William and Susan Park. She married Jack Travis. He preceded her in death in 1978. Her survivors include her daughter, Toni Travis Menghini of San Diego; son, Roger Travis; and two granddaughters, Alexis and Bridget Travis. Cremation has taken place. --- Green River Star, Mar 2, 2011 Albert A. Allais Albert A. Allais, 90, of Rock Springs passed away Feb. 25, 2011, at the Memorial Hospital of Sweetwater County. A lifelong resident of Rock Springs, Allais died following a brief illness. He was born April 25, 1920, in Rock Springs, the son of Ettore and Savina Bonomo Allais. Allais attended schools in Rock Springs and was a 1937 graduate of Rock Springs High School. He married Louise Erzen in Rock Springs, July 19, 1952, and she preceded him in death June 12, 2000. Mr. Allais was a United States Army veteran of World War II. He was employed as an accountant at Rock Springs National Bank, Likes & Stevens Accounting Firm and Whislers Chevrolet. He had also managed Hector's Bar. Allais was a member of Holy Spirit Catholic Community, Knights of Columbus, American Legion Archie Hay Post No. 24, Fraternal Order of the Eagles and B.P.O. Elks Lodge. His interests included attending his grandchildren's sporting events. He was an avid Wyoming Cowboys Fan and lifetime Red Sox Fan. He also enjoyed bowling, pitching horseshoes, fishing and gardening. Survivors include one son Fred Allais and wife Jan of Rock Springs two daughters Patricia Sager and husband Steve of Rock Springs and Jean Allais and husband Mark Watt of Laramie; seven grandchildren Ann Sager, Scott Sager, Tony Allais, Jenna Allais, Timothy Watt, Kathryn Hughes and Elena Watt; several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents, his wife Louise, his son Ken Allais and two brothers Oreste and Emil. A Mass of Christian burial was celebrated Tuesday at Saints Cyril & Methodius Catholic Church in Rock Springs. Interment was in the St. Joseph's Section of Rock Springs Municipal Cemetery. The family of Albert A. Allais respectfully suggests donations in his memory be made to Catholic School Building Fund, 116 Broadway, Rock Springs, WY 82901. --- Wyoming Tribune Eagle, Mar 5, 2011 James D. Leach James D. Leach, 67, of Cheyenne died March 2 at the Medical Center of Aurora in Aurora, Colo. He was born March 9, 1943, in Torrington, a son of Byron and Anna (Wegley) Leach. The Leach family moved to Cheyenne when he was very young and he resided here since that time. He received his schooling in Cheyenne and worked as a diesel mechanic in the construction field. He enjoyed the outdoors and spent time fishing and camping. He was an avid gun collector and enjoyed spending time with his dog. Mr. Leach is survived by his wife, Susan, whom he married on Nov. 16, 1991, of Cheyenne; four sons, John Leach of Arkansas, David Dunbar of Arizona, Curties Dunbar of Cheyenne and Troy Dunbar of Rock Springs; and three daughters, Renee Caudell, of Fort Collins, Colo., Joy Smith and Lisa Duke; two brothers, Andrew and Robert Leach of Cheyenne; sisters, Cathy Ward of Cheyenne and Claudette Langford of Washington; 11 grandchildren and nine great-great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents. Cremation has taken place at Cheyenne Memorial Services under the direction of Wiederspahn-Radomksy Chapel. Please join the family at 2 p.m. Monday at Country Buffet for a gathering in remembrance of James. Memorial Contributions may be made to the Disabled Veterans Association. Friends may sign the online guestbook @wrcfuneral.com. --- Rock Springs Daily Rocket-Miner, Mar 6, 2011 JOHN C. BORZEA A mass of Christian burial for John C. Borzea was celebrated Saturday, Feb. 26, 2011, at the SS. Cyril and Methodius Catholic Church, Rock Springs. A vigil service with rosary was recited Friday, Feb. 25, 2011, at the Vase Funeral Chapel, Rock Springs. Military honors and interment followed in the Rest Haven Memorial Gardens Cemetery. Mr. Borzea, 87, of Rock Springs, died Monday, Feb. 21, 2011, at the Castle Rock Convalescent Center in Green River. He was a lifelong Rock Springs resident. He was born Dec. 17, 1923, in Rock Springs, the son of John Borzea and RoseAnn McGahan, He attended school in Rock Springs and graduated from Rock Springs High School with the class of 1943. He attended Oklahoma A&M College in Okmulgee, Okla., and earned a degree in mechanics. He married Glenda Faye Warby on Jan. 25, 1947, in Rock Springs. She preceded him in death on Aug. 13, 2010, in Green River. Mr. Borzea worked as a gas plant operator for UP Natural Resources at the Patrick Draw plant until his retirement. He was a member of the Wild Horse Yes, International Society of Wild Horses and Burros, Wyoming Wildlife Federation, Wyoming Outdoor Council, Knights of Columbus, Holy Spirit Catholic Community, Sweetwater County Wildlife Association and American Legion Archie Hay Post 24. Mr. Borzea served in the United States Army during World War II and the Korean War. His survivors include two sons, John Charles Borzea Jr. and wife Diane of Green River and James Michael Borzea and wife Lydia of Rock Springs; daughter, Kathy Jo Hayes and husband Eric of Edmond, Okla.; brother, Patrick J. Borzea and wife Marilyn of Rock Springs; sister, Rosemarie Syndergaard of Salt Lake City; 10 grandchildren, Ryan, Sean and Neal Borzea, Mandy Sewell, Michael and Jacob Borzea, Crystal Jones and Sheryl, Megan and John Hayes; 20 great-grandchildren; and several nephews and nieces. He was preceded in death by his parents; wife, Glenda Borzea; and grandson, David Borzea. --- Rock Springs Daily Rocket-Miner, Mar 6, 2011 RAY HALE MASTERS CEDAR CITY, Utah-—Funeral services for Ray Hale Masters were conducted Thursday, Feb. 24, 2011 in the Escalante First Ward Chapel. Interment followed Friday, Feb. 25, 2011, at the Manila Cemetery in Manila. Mrs. Masters, 95, died Thursday, Feb. 17, 2011, in Cedar City, Utah. She was born Oct. 19, 1915 in Englewood, Colo., to Charles Porter and Bessie Alberta Jones Hale. She was raised and educated in Manila, Utah and Las Vegas, where she graduated from high school. She married Joseph Fuller Reid on May 22, 1939, in Panaca, Nev. He preceded her in death in 1958. She married William Rector "Rex" Masters on Jan, 21, 1965, in Las Vegas. Their marriage was solemnized in the Salt Lake City Temple on June 10, 1966. They were married for 41 years. She was a member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Her interests included spending time in her garden, sewing, handicrafts, canning, reading and spending time with her family. She is survived by her son, Vernon and wife Janis Hale Reid of Cedar City; grandchildren, Kimberly Ray Bowles, Jessica Marie Hughes and Joseph Emeron Reid; four great-grandchildren; niece, Carol Ray Ewell; and nephew, Larry D. Hale. She was preceded in death by her parents; spouses; and brothers, Charlie Hale, Howard Hale and Robert Hale. --- Green River Star, Mar 9, 2011 Susan Coleman Susan Coleman, 55, of Rock Springs passed away March 2, 2011, at Memorial Hospital of Sweetwater County. A longtime resident of Rock Springs, Coleman died following a brief illness. She was born Jan. 14, 1956, in Corona, Calif., the daughter of the late Keith and Sueanne Mudzey Morrison. She married Kenneth Allen Coleman in Rock Springs on May 13, 1996, and he preceded her in death Aug. 23, 2000. Her interests included camping and staying home with her animals. Survivors include her boyfriend Stan Tromberg of Rock Springs and one aunt Mary Cox of Edgewater, Md. Cremation took place, and her inurnment was Tuesday at Rock Springs Municipal Cemetery. --- Green River Star, Mar 9, 2011 Josephine Sturholm Josephine Sturholm, 95, of Jackson died Feb. 28, 2011, at her home. She was a resident of Rock Springs for 67 years and moved to Jackson in 2003 to be near her daughter Kay. She was born July 27, 1915, in Rock Springs, the daughter of Charles A. Viox and Mary Francis Moriarty Viox. She attended schools in Green River and graduated from Green River High School with the class of 1933. She worked as Sweetwater County Deputy Treasurer from 1933 to 1937. She married George Sturholm on Aug. 19, 1938, in Rock Springs. He preceded her in death April 2, 1981. Sturholm was a member of Our Lady of the Mountains Catholic Church in Jackson and Our Lady of Sorrows Catholic Church in Rock Springs. Her interests were gardening, holiday decorating, scrap booking, and collecting German beer mugs and angels. Survivors include her daughter Kay Mattheis and husband Gary of Jackson; sisters Mary Kay Schwope of Wheatland and Rosalie Neville and husband Bob of Salt Lake City; grandchildren, Mike, Steve and wife Janie and Scot Mattheis, all of Jackson; great-granddaughter Vivienne Mattheis of Jackson; several cousins, eight nieces and nine nephews. She was preceded in death by her husband George, daughter Sue Sturholm, sister Helen Moerke,and brother Charles Viox Jr. Cremation has taken place at Fox Crematory, Rock Springs. A Mass of Christian burial will be celebrated at 1:30 p.m. Monday at Our Lady of Sorrows Catholic Church, A Street and Broadway, Rock Springs. Father Flo Marcel and Rev. Bill Hill, both of Jackson will be officiating. Graveside services with inurnment will follow at the Rock Springs Municipal Cemetery. Friends may leave condolences for family by going to www.foxfh.com. --- Starks Funeral Parlor, Mar 12, 2011 Olga Florence Dalnodar Olga Florence Dalnodar, 91 years young, passed away peacefully in her sleep March 11, 2011. Born May 2,1919 to Erminia Anselmi and Bortolo Dalnodar in Superior, Wyoming. Preceded in death by her parents, brother Americo, sister Jennie Stanga, brothers-in-law Jack Davis and Isador Stanga and nephew Gary Stanga. A graduate of the University of Wyoming, Olga worked in the Wyoming Department of Education for 7 years before moving to Salt Lake City. Retired from Chevron (then Standard Oil) after 36 years, she was proud to represent Chevron in EWI, (Executive Women International) where she served as Chapter President (1972) and was the Corporate Director of EWI (1983-1984). An avid golfer, Olga was a member of the Chevron Women's and the Bonneville Ladies Golf Associations. Her very favorite time at Forest Dale Golf Course was sharing the “Marshall” cart with her nephew, Bob Davis during the annual Jack Davis Memorial Golf Tournament. She devotedly cared for her mother, our beloved Noni, for 30 years in their home. Fiercely independent until the end, Olga refused to use a wheelchair, saying "Wheelchairs are for old people.” Olga's family lovingly cared for her for the past few years, especially our dear Jackie who juggled many roles and managed Auntie’s affairs. Dianne and Patricia would tuck her in at night; Jill, Lori and Jackie took turns making her breakfast. Bill was her on-call handyman and she loved her long-distance calls from Bob, Lisa, Jim and Burt. Her great-niece Megan took care of her on Monday nights and enjoyed learning Olga's Austrian dialect. Auntie especially loved Wednesday night pizza parties with her "little squirrels," Abigail, Carlie, Emily and Anna. They would sing, dance, polish her nails and wear her out. Olga's loving caretakers, Wilma Pingret and Tania Maria Chesa, treated her with compassion, love and respect and became part of our family. We will treasure the time we had with her. She was dearly loved and was an incredibly important part of all of our lives. A devout Catholic, Olga was a long-time member of St. Ann Parish and received Holy Communion every Sunday from Sister Michele or either Jane or George Starks. Olga is survived by her sister Ruby Davis and 3 generations of nieces and nephews of whom she was extremely proud. "Not a rotten one in the bunch" was her favorite saying. She is now in God's care. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests a donation to St. Ann Parish or a charity of your choice. A vigil service will be held on Monday, March 14th at 6:00 PM at Starks Funeral Parlor, 3651 South 900 East, Salt Lake City, where a wake will follow until 8:00 PM. A Funeral Mass will be celebrated on Tuesday, March 15th at 10:00 AM at St. Ann Catholic Church, 450 East 2100 South, Salt Lake City. Interment will be in Rock Springs, Wyoming. --- Rock Springs Daily Rocket-Miner, Mar 13, 2011 TERESA YVONNE (FERRERO) LAURUNEN MUKWONAGO, Wis. -- A graveside service for Teresa Yvonne (Ferrero) Laurunen was Conducted Tuesday, March 8, 2011, at the Rock Springs Municipal Cemetery. Mrs. Laurunen, 95, died Sunday, Feb. 27, 2011, in Mukwonago, Wis., where she was a resident of a nursing care facility near family members. A lifelong Rock Springs resident, she died after a battle with dementia. She was born May 17, 1915. She attended schools in Rock Springs and graduated from Rock Springs High School in 1932. She worked as a homemaker for her family members after her mother's death and as a bookkeeper for her father's contractor business. She married Matt T. Laurunen on Dec. 14, 1933. He preceded her in death in 1999. She and her husband bowled in various leagues for many years. Her interests also included playing card games and outdoor activities in the area. She is survived by her brother, James V. Ferrero of Long Beach, Calif.; nephews, Anthony Holcomb of Indio, Calif., Gary Ferrero of Denver, Brent Ferrero of Beverly Hills, Calif., and John Ferrero and Rick Ferrero of Seattle; nieces, Ann Graham Davidson of Mukwonago and Pamela Bozanich and Nancy Ferrero of Long Beach; and many grandnieces and grandnephews. She was preceded in death by her husband; mother, Angelina (Farno) Ferrero in 1936; father, James Vercelli Ferrero in 1978; brothers, George V. Ferrero in 1915, Kenneth "Corky” Ferrero in 1965 and John Ferrero in 1998, and sisters, Rose (Ferrero) Holcomb in 2000 and Florence (Ferrero) (Graham) Dunn in 2004. --- Ernest Henry Dunn Ernest Henry Dunn, 91, of Rock Springs passed away Mar 19, 2011, at Sage View Care Center. A lifelong resident of Rock Springs, Dunn had been in ill health for the past two weeks. He was born Dec 1, 1919, in Rock Springs, the son of the late Edwin and Amy Baston Dunn. Dunn attended schools in Rock Springs and was a 1937 graduate of Rock Springs High School. He married Anne Mary Krek Dunn on Nov 29, 1947, in Rock Springs, and she preceded him in death Sep 26, 2008. Dunn was a United States Army veteran of World War II. He served from Jan of 1942 until his discharge in Feb 1946. He was employed as a maintenance worker at FMC for 26 years and retired in 1981. Dunn was a member of Episcopal Church of Holy Communion and the Fraternal Order of Eagles. He was an avid Wyoming Cowboys fan, and his interests included fishing, gardening, hunting, traveling to Wendover, playing the accordion and organ. He also loved following his grandchildren in their athletics and academics. Survivors include two sons, Ernie Dunn and wife Hilma, and David Dunn all of Rock Springs; three granddaughters, Nissa Homan and husband Robert, and Laurie Ivie and husband Kevin, and Dr. Angela Dunn and husband Jeff Culver; nine great-grandchildren; several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents, Edwin and Amy Baston Dunn; wife, Anne Mary Krek Dunn; two brothers, David Dunn and Edwin Dunn Jr. --- Rock Springs Daily Rocket-Miner, Mar 20, 2011 WILLIAM JOSEPH “JOE” ARNOLDI Following cremation, a mass of Christian burial for William Joseph "Joe" Arnoldi was celebrated Friday, March 11, 2011, at the Our Lady of Sorrows Catholic Church, Rock Springs. A vigil with rosary was recited Thursday, March 10, 2011, at the church. Inurnment was held in the Rest Haven Memorial Gardens. Mr. Arnoldi, 85, of Rock Springs, died Monday, March 7, 2011, at his home. A longtime Rock Springs resident, he had been in ill health for two months. He was born Feb. 10, 1926, in Superior, the son of William Joseph Arnoldi Sr. and Josephine Talbot. He attended schools in Superior. He married Carmen Joyce Hill on June 6, 1954, in Superior. Mr. Arnoldi owned and operated the Sands Bar and Joe's Bar. He worked at General Chemical for 15 years and retired as a hoistman in 1988. He was a member of Holy Spirit Catholic Community, Fraternal Order of Eagles Aerie No. 151 and Cowboy Joe Club. His interests included hunting, fishing, camping, spending time with his family and friends, being a Wyoming Cowboys fan and spending time at the Eagles. Survivors include his wife, Carmen Arnoldi of Rock Springs, five sons, Thayne Arnoldi, Mark Arnoldi, Leonard Arnoldi, Shawn Arnoldi and Darrell Jones, all of Rock Springs; two daughters, Joella Tamasauckas and husband Matt and Kim Rogers and husband Vess Walker, all of Rock Springs; 13 grandchildren, Tyra, Karlee and Kyle Bogataj, Lindsay Rogers, Alexis, Randi, Alison, Nicholas, Andrew Arnoldi, Avalon and Brady Arnoldi and Shayla and Tana Jones; eight great-grandchildren, Jaylee Shalata, Genessa Timmons, Braxton Grenier, Blayson Bogataj, Joseph Bingman, Kolby Jones, Carson Jones and Tyler Remy Jr., and several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents; and three sisters, Florence Holzknecht, Josephine Snyder and Eleanor Marlow. --- Rock Springs Daily Rocket-Miner, Mar 20, 2011 DELORES M. BOLEN Following cremation, memorial services for Delores M, Bolen were conducted Wednesday, March 9, 2011, at the Vase Funeral Chapel, Rock Springs. A rosary was recited Wednesday at the chapel. Inurnment followed in the Rock Springs Municipal Cemetery. Mrs. Bolen, 74, of Rock Springs, died Friday, March 4, 2011, at the Saint Marks Hospital in Salt Lake City. A Salt Lake City resident and former longtime resident of Rock Springs, she died following a brief illness. She was born March 10, 1937, in Belcourt, N.D., the daughter of Thomas R. and Julia Poitra Thiefoe. She attended schools and graduated in Montana. She married Lawrence Bolen Sr., on Oct. 20, 1970, in Rock Springs. He preceded her in death on Aug. 26, 2008. Mrs. Bolen was a member of Holy Spirit Catholic Community. Her interests included spending time with her family and friends, gambling and camping. Survivors include one daughter, Monica Decoteau of Belcourt; seven grandchildren, LeeAnn, T.J. Sr., Natonie, Alexandrea, Daniel, Bryson and Tashawna; and six great-grandchildren, Dayton, Ty, T.J. Jr., Mahkya, Allie and Tobias. She was preceded in death by her parents; first husband, Tony R. Martinez, second husband, Lawrence Bolen Sr., sons, Lawrence Michael Bolen Jr., and Tony Martinez Jr.; son-in-law, Linus Decoteau; five brothers; four sisters; and several nieces and nephews. --- Rock Springs Daily Rocket-Miner, Mar 27, 2011 THOMAS WESLEY CARTER JR. WICHITA, Kan. -- Funeral services for Thomas Wesley Carter Jr. were conducted on Friday, March 18, 2011, at the Greater St. Mary's Baptist Church in Wichita, Kan., and Monday, March 21, 2011, at the Sweetwater County Events Complex, Rock Springs. Military honors and interment were conducted at the Rest Haven Memorial Gardens north of Rock Springs. Mr. Carter, 75, of Wichita, Kan., died Monday, March 14, 2011. A longtime Wichita resident, he died following a brief illness. He had been surrounded by family, friends and caregivers. He was born Dec. 24, 1935, in Sparta, Ill., the son of Thomas W. "Hack" Carter Sr. and Lola Carter. He graduated from high school and earned a college degree from Weber State College in Ogden, Utah. He became a resident of Wichita, Kansas in 1974 while working for the Boeing Corporation. Mr. Carter served in the U.S. Army. He married Carrie M. Lee. They had four children. He was a member of the Greater St. Mary's Baptist Church for 21 years. He worked with the kitchen committee, sang with the Brotherhood Choir, worked as an usher and historical photographer and helped establish the church's library and its photograph collection. Survivors include two daughters, Denise Carter of Wichita and Patricia L. Robinson of Phoenix; two sons, Willie R. Robinson and wife Jennie of Chicago and Jeffon Robinson of Green River; sister, Janice Swenson and husband Michael of Rock Springs; three brothers, Lorenzo Carter and wife Linda of Ogden, Utah, Dave L. "Gutty" Carter and wife Carol and Donald "Tricky" Carter and wife Tonya; five grandchildren, Lisa Long, Shandra Robinson, Sakkara Payne, Duante Carter and Chante Joseph; two great-grandchildren, Duane and Da Von Green; and several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents, Thomas “Hack” and Lola Carter; wife, Carrie Mae Carter; and several brothers and sisters, including Blanche Webb, Mildred Carter, Louis Carter, Joe “Butchie” Carter and Leora Glasker. --- Rock Springs Daily Rocket-Miner, Mar 27, 2011 ERNEST HENRY DUNN Ernest Henry Dunn, 91, of Rock Springs, died Saturday, March 19, 2011, at the Sage View Care Center. A lifelong Rock Springs resident, he had been in ill health for two weeks. Cremation has taken place. He was born Dec. 1, 1919, in Rock Springs, the son of Edwin and Amy Baston Dunn. He attended schools in Rock Springs and was a 1937 graduate of Rock Springs High School. He married Anne Mary Krek Dunn on Nov. 29, 1947, in Rock Springs. She preceded him in death on Sept. 26, 2008. Mr. Dunn was a U.S. Army veteran of World War II. He served from January 1942 until he was discharged in February 1946. He worked as a maintenance worker at FMC Corporation for 20 years and retired in 1981. Mr. Dunn was a member of Episcopal Church of Holy Communion and Fraternal Order of Eagles. His interests included fishing, gardening, hunting, being a Wyoming Cowboys fan, traveling to Wendover, playing the accordion and organ, and following his grandchildren in their athletics and academics. Survivors include two sons, Ernie Dunn and wife Hilma of Rock Springs and David Dunn of Rock Springs; three granddaughters, Nissa Homan and husband Robert, Laurie, Ivie and husband Kevin and Dr. Angela Dunn and husband Jeff Culver; nine great-grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents, Edwin and Amy Baston Dunn; wife, Anne Mary Krek Dunn; and two brothers, David Dunn and Edwin Dunn Jr. --- Rock Springs Daily Rocket-Miner, Mar 27, 2011 SHARON J. HAMILTON A mass of Christian burial for Sharon J. Hamilton was celebrated Saturday, March 19, 2011, at the SS. Cyril and Methodius Catholic Church, Rock Springs. A vigil with rosary was recited Friday, March 18, 2011, at the Vase Funeral Chapel, Rock Springs. Interment was in the Rest Haven Memorial Gardens north of Rock Springs. Mrs. Hamilton 70, of Rock Springs, died Wednesday, March 16, 2011, at her home. A longtime Rock Springs resident and former resident of Montana, she died following a sudden illness. She was born Nov. 26, 1940, in Chinook, Mont., the daughter of Frank J. and Helen P. Minelich Mohar. She attended school in Turner, Mont., and graduated from Turner High School with the class of 1958. She married Robert Harlan Hamilton on June 6, 1959, in Harlem, Mont. He preceded her in death on Oct. 31, 2006, in Rock Springs. Mrs. Hamilton worked as the office manager of Searle Brothers Construction for 34 years. She was a member of the Holy Spirit Catholic Community. Her interests included spending time with her family, quilting, playing cards, cooking and baking. Survivors include her mother-in-law, Frances Zaparynuk of Big Sandy, Mont.; three sons, Robert Hamilton and wife Marsha, Bart Hamilton and wife Kiersten and Greg Hamilton and wife Mary, all of Rock Springs; daughter, Donna Sandry and husband Kelly of Cody; two brothers, Fred Mohar of Turner and Larry Mohar of Rock Springs; brother-in-law, John Sadler of Phoenix; four sisters, Betty Jenkins and husband Ted of Vernal, Utah, Nellie Searle and Bonnie Egbert and husband Ace, all of Rock Springs, and Dorothy Harris and husband Wayne of Battleground, Wash; sister-in-law, Amber Beaudette and husband Randy of Big Sandy; 15 grandchildren; eight great-grandchildren; and numerous nephews and nieces. She was preceded in death by her husband; parents; seven brothers; one sister; granddaughter, Gemma Marie Hamilton; and father-in-law. --- Green River Star, Mar 31, 2011 Valerie Elaine Rutstein Valerie Elaine Rutstein, 40, of Rock Springs died March 24, 2010 near Wamsutter from injuries sustained in an auto accident. She was born Dec. 28, 1969, in Rock Springs, the daughter of Steve and Sherry Worthen Estes. She attended schools in Green River and graduated from Green River High School with the class of 1988. She also attended WWCC and received her LPN. She married Kenneth T. Rutstein in 1990 in Rock Springs. She had been employed for Lincare for the past 4 years. Her interests were dogs and spending time with her grandson. Survivors include her husband of Rock Springs; son, Robert Rutstein and wife Andrea of Rapid City, S.D.; daughters, Whitney Rae Rutstein of Rock Springs, and Beth Rutstein of Rapid City; parents, Steve and Sherry Estes of Green River; brother, Mike Estes and wife Michelle of Lusk; brother-in-law, Ronald Rutstein and wife Jen of Massachusetts; sister Janie Deschene and husband Paul of Reston, Va.; sister-in-laws Pat Faraqlia of Long Beach, N.Y., and Lori Kay of Magna, Utah; grandson, Riley Jake Rutstein of Rock Springs; numerous aunts, uncles, cousins, nephews, and several nieces. She was preceded in death by grandparents Dutch and Meg Shockley, and Junior and Dorothy Worthen. Cremation has taken place at Fox Crematory in Rock Springs, and memorial services were conducted Monday. Donations in her name may be made to Rock Springs Humane Society, P.O. Box 3020, Rock Springs, 82901. --- ObitTree.com, Apr 4, 2011 Virginia Elizabeth Allton Virginia Elizabeth Allton, 93, a resident of Raymond area for a number of years, died at Willapa Harbor Hospital, South Bend, Sunday, April 3, 2011. She was born in Bennett, Utah, January 19, 1918, the daughter of Edwin and Blanch R. (Bennett) Mitchell. She was raised in Utah and Wyoming, graduating from Big Piney High School in Big Piney, WY in 1935. She married Raymond B. Allton in Big Piney on January 15, 1936. They had lived in Detroit, Michigan, Idaho Falls, ID and Rock Springs, WY. Mr. Allton died in Rock Springs in 1972 and Virginia came to Raymond in 1977. She moved to Aberdeen in 1992, returning to South Bend seven years ago. Virginia is survived by her son and wife, Doug (Wannette) Allton, Raymond; granddaughters: LeeAnn (Joel) Brown and Toni Marie (Courtney) Floyd, The Dalles, OR; a grandson: Michael Raymond (Carrie) Allton, Westport; and also eight great grandchildren and a great grandmother to 10 step-great grandchildren; a sister: Sybil Masoner, Amazonia, MO and a brother, Larry Mitchell, Salt Lake City, UT; and several nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her husband Raymond in 1972, and brothers Scott, Edwin and Leonard Mitchell and a sister, Cree. It was her request there would be no services. She will be inurned at a later date next to her husband, Raymond, in Rock Springs, WY at Rest Haven Memorial Gardens. The family suggests memorials may be made to the Alder House, 801 Alder St., South Bend, WA 98586. A card of condolence may be sent to the family at www.fernhillfuneral.com Cremation arrangements were entrusted to Fern Hill Funeral Home, Aberdeen. --- Green River Star, Apr 6, 2011 Bailey Nikol Panzer Bailey Nikol Panzer, 6-month-old daughter of Jason and Kimberly Panzer, passed away April 2, 2011, at Primary Children’s Hospital in Salt Lake City. Survivors include her parents Jason and Kimberly Panzer, brother Conner Panzer and sister Larissa Panzer, all of Rock Springs; uncles Kirk Crofts and wife Stephanie, Jay Crofts and wife Janet, Daryl Crofts, and David Panzer and fiance Lindsay Pomrenke, all of Rock Springs; her paternal grandparents Henry and Rhonda Panzer of Rock Springs; her maternal grandparents Dennis Crofts and Sandy Kirkwood, both of Rock Springs; paternal great grandparents Bill and Phyllis Clark of Glenrock; cousins Olivia Crofts, Sophie Crofts and Racer Panzer, all of Rock Springs, and Danielle Tomison of Canonsburg, Pa. She was preceded in death by her paternal great-grandparents Charlotte and Michael Umbach; maternal great-grandparents Harry and Florence Crofts and William and Mary Kirkwood. Funeral services will be conducted at 11 a.m. Friday at New Life Ministries, 105 K Street, Rock Springs. Interment will be in the Rock Springs Municipal Cemetery. Friends may call at the church one hour prior to services. The family of Bailey Nikol Panzer respectfully suggests that donations in her memory be made to Bailey Nikol Panzer Medical Fund, c/o Rock Springs National Bank, P.O. Box 880, Rock Springs, WY 82902. --- Green River Star, Apr 6, 2011 Bruno H. Bettolo Bruno H. Bettolo, 82, of Rock Springs passed away at his home surrounded by his family April 2, 2011. A longtime resident of Rock Springs and former resident of Superior, Bettolo passed away following a sudden illness. He was born May 10, 1928, in Superior, the son of the late Abele and Emma Boschetto Bettolo. Bettolo attended school in Superior and graduated with the class of 1946. He married the former LaVerne Carlson in Las Vegas on March 4, 1960. Bettolo served in the United States Army during the Korean Conflict. He was the manager of the Pla-Mor Bowl from 1960-1978 and worked for Windustrial in the purchasing department and inside sales for 15 years until his retirement in January of 1991. Bettolo was a member of Young at Heart Senior Center. His interests included dancing, gardening, woodworking and spending time with family and friends. Survivors are his wife LaVerne Bettolo; two sons Brent Bettolo, and Brad Bettolo and wife Kiera, all of Rock Springs; one daughter Carla Pivic and husband Bruce of Rock Springs; one brother Robert “Bobby” Bettolo and wife Margaret Ann of Rock Springs; three nephews, six grandchildren, several cousins; special friends Tom Bernatis and wife Kathy of Rock Springs. He was preceded in death by his parents and one sister Alice Clark and her husband Jack Clark and special friends Tom Bernatis Sr. and wife Ruth Bernatis A Mass of Christian burial was celebrated this morning at Saints Cyril and Methodius Catholic Church in Rock Springs. Military graveside services and interment will be in the Rock Springs Municipal Cemetery. The family of Bruno H. Bettolo respectfully request that donations in his memory be made to the Young at Heart Senior Center, 2400 Reagan, Rock Springs, WY 82901. Pallbearers were Tyler Bettolo, Mark Bettolo, Dick Bettolo, John Bettolo, Jeff Pivic and Sean Valentine. Honorary pallbearers were Tom Bernatis, John Bernatis, David Bernatis and Jim Bernatis. --- She was born Sept. 28, 2010, in Salt Lake City. --- Green River Star, Apr 12, 2011 Hays Winfred King Hays Winfred King, 91, of Green River died Monday, April 4, 2011, at Memorial Hospital of Sweetwater County after a short illness. He was born Nov. 15, 1919, in Clarksville, Kan., the son of Winfred Raymond and Ethel Hayes King. He attended schools in Johnson County, Arkansas, and graduated from Clarksville High School with the class of 1936. He married Willeen Koontz in Hartsman, Ark., in 1940. They were later divorced. He was employed in the trona industry for 36 at FMC and Stauffer retiring in 1983. He was a member of the Eagles and Masons in Green River. He was a member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. His interests were flying, gambling, carpentry, traveling, skiing, and rock hounding. He was the last surviving member the first five-man crew into the FMC Trona mine. Other crew members were Zolly Morrison, Tom Morrison, MP Bishop, Scotty Patterson. He was hired by Ward Doway the day Westvaco took the mine over from the shaft sub contractor. In 1960, he sunk No. 2 shaft for Winston Brothers. King was a supervisor for 15 years at Stauffer Chemical. He worked for UP Coal and a coal mine in Arkansas for $7 and $8.50 per day. Prior to his employment at FMC, he worked for Ernie Weed doing carpentry in Green River. He bought a lot at 440 S 5th E in Green River for $50 from John Jackabchi and built his home which still stands today. Survivors include stepson Allen Nelson of Washington; daughters, Peggy Louise Hamilton of Leven Fife, Scotland, Glenda Paulette Banks and husband Ian of Elko, Nev.; brother Bruce Edward King of Green River; four grandchildren; 21 great-grandchildren; nine great-great-grandchildren; 35 nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his wife Willeen King Nelson, longtime companion Marge Rallis, son Dennis King, brothers John King, James King, Paul King, sisters Louise Sparks, Euna Sparks, Hazel Roze, Ruth Morrow, grandsons Willy Banks and Michael Duane Wilson, son-in-law George Banks and nephew Mike King. Cremation has taken place at Fox Funeral Home in Rock Springs. Memorial services took place Tuesday morning at the Eagles Lodge in Green River. Friends can leave condolences for family by going to www.foxfh.com. --- Green River Star, Apr 13, 2011 Jay Santich Jay Santich, 89, formerly of Rock Springs died March 4, 2011. He was born in Rock Springs on April 23, 1921, to Joe and Rose Sikich Santich. He attended schools in Rock Springs. He took music lessons from Mr. Sartoris playing clarinet and tenor saxophone and became an accomplished musician. He first played with the Union Pacific Coal Company Band. At age 16, Ike Oja asked Santich to join his dance band. Oja's band played at the Playmore Bar every Saturday night. They also played at high school proms in Rock Springs, Green River, Superior and Reliance. Later, Santich started his own orchestra, "Jay's Debonairs." The Debonairs played both local and statewide gigs, as well as fundraisers at the Old Timers building. Santich married Peggy Siegert of Green River on Oct. 23, 1941. Together they started their family and built several restaurant businesses. In 1941, they bought the Orange & Black Root Beer Stand from Mrs. Harrington. It was located on West Flat. They had to make their own root beer, which was difficult due to sugar rationing. In the next 10 years, Santich and his uncle John "Zeke" Sikich ran the Broadway Drive In on the corner of Broadway and E Street. Later, he and Jack Kish ran the Rock Springs Bar on K Street, followed by the Sportsmen's Club - a pool hall and lunch counter - on the corner of North Front and K Street. In 1950, he and his wife built Jay's Drive In on 9th Street across from the UP Coal Company's cooling ponds. When the mines began slowing down in 1955, they built another Jay's in Rawlins on the west end of town. They operated Jay's in both Rock Springs and Rawlins until 1960, at which time they sold the Rock Springs drive in and moved the family to Rawlins. In 1969, the Santich family returned to Rock Springs to build and open Jay's Family Restaurant, again on West Flat, nearly on the exact spot as the original Orange & Black Root Beer Stand. All of these were truly family businesses since many family members worked at one or more drive-ins over the years. Santich was an avid hunter and fisherman. His greatest love was tying flies and fly-fishing. He learned to bake from his mother, Rose Santich, and became a remarkable pastry chef. He was well known for his superb pies, cakes and strudels. Santich retired in 1979 and moved to Green Valley, Ariz., in 1981. While living in Green Valley, he became a dedicated polka dancer and traveled coast to coast attending various polka fests. He is survived by his ex-wife, Peggy Santich of Fort Collins, Colo.; six children Fr. Jan Santich of Cheyenne, Karla Santich of Fort Collins, Jay Santich and wife Kim of Centennial, Colo., Peggy Ann Ruble and husband Brad of Cody, Jamie Jensen and husband Rocky of Rapid City, S.D., Jon Santich and wife Melissa of San Diego; eight grandchildren, five great-grandchildren, numerous nieces, nephews and cousins. He was preceded in death by his parents, Joe and Rose Santich, and his sister, Eva Bensen. A Celebration of Life Reception took place at the Outlaw Inn on Saturday. In lieu of flowers, the family asks that donations be made to the Alzheimer's Association at http://www.alz.org/index.asp or by calling 800-272-3900. --- Rock Springs Daily Rocket-Miner, Apr 17, 2011 SHARON KAY FAWBUSH Funeral services for Sharon Kay Fawbush were conducted Saturday, April 9, 2011, at the First United Methodist Church, Rock Springs. Interment was in the Rest Haven Memorial Gardens. Mrs. Fawbush, 73 of Rock Springs, died Sunday, April 3, 2011 at the Intermountain Medical Center in Salt Lake City. A longtime Rock Springs resident and former resident of Electra, Texas, and Kansas City, Mo., she died following a brief illness. She was born Aug. 4, 1937, in Clarion, Iowa, the daughter of Waldon and Leta Thompson. She attended schools in Coos Bay, Ore., and was a 1954 graduate of Marshfield High School. She married Donaid Eldridge Fawbush on Aug. 12, 1965, in Reno, Nev. He preceded her in death on Dec. 9, 2008. Mrs. Fawbush was a cashier at City Market and Jubilee Foods. She worked for more than 20 years and retired in 1999. Her interests included spending time with her children and grandchildren, bingo, gambling, cooking, especially her almond roca and divinity, and animals, which she called her four-legged babies. Mrs. Fawbush was a member of the First United Methodist Church. Survivors include one son, Clark Hager and wife Becky of Rock Springs; six daughters, Sheri Hager Anderson and husband William of Rock Springs, Deb Guilinger and husband Mike of Olathe, Kan., Lori Ring and husband Michael of Coos Bay, Dawn Garvin of Heber, Ariz., Diana Majko and husband Walter of Rock Springs and Christi Peden of Evanston; sister, Patricia Jean Thompson of Washington; sister-in-law, Kay Thompson of Yuma, Ariz.; 43 grandchildren; 30 great-grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents; husband; and brother, David L. Thompson. --- Rock Springs Daily Rocket-Miner, Apr 17, 2011 ROBERTA JUNE “BOBBI” LISKA Funeral services for Roberta June "Bobbi" Liska were conducted Tuesday, April 12, 2011, at the Episcopal Church of the Holy Communion, Rock Springs. Interment was in the Rest Haven Memorial Gardens Cemetery, north of Rock Springs. Mrs. Liska, 62, of Rock Springs, died Wednesday, April 6, 2011, at her home. A lifelong Rock Springs resident, she had been in ill health since 2008. She was born June 13, 1948, in Rock Springs, the daughter of Edward and Margaret Schofield Hofeldt. She attended schools in Rock Springs and was a 1966 graduate of Rock Springs High School. She graduated from Western Wyoming Community College with an associate of arts degree and attended Westminster College in Salt Lake City. She married Frank Liska on July 3, 1971, at the Green River Lakes. Mrs. Liska was the owner and operator of Windshield Wizards for 15 years. She retired in 2004. She was a member of Episcopal Church of the Holy Communion and Daughters of the King. Her interests included spending time with her family, especially her grandchildren, motorcycling, fourwheel riding and gambling. Survivors include her husband of 39 years, Frank A Liska of Rock Springs; son, Jason Liska and wife Kathryn Duval of Enid, Okla.; daughter, Stephanie Westerfield and husband Levi of Rock Springs; brother, Don Hofeldt and wife Daphne of Rock Springs; brother and sister-in-law, Grant and Johnne Christensen of Rock Springs; extended family, Mona Liska and Mark and Monica Stringfellow; four grandchildren, Tevin Liska, Dylan Medler, Braxton Stringfellow and Stacy Brittenham; and nieces and nephews, Paul Johnson and wife Amy of Rock Springs, Joel Johnson and wife Luann of Aurora, Colo., Amanda Covington and family, Neil Christensen and family and Emily Quintana and family. She was preceded in death by her parents, and one sister, Judith Kay Webb. --- Rock Springs Daily Rocket-Miner, Apr 17, 2011 MICHAEL HOWARD MILLER Funeral services for Michael Howard Miller were conducted Monday, April 11, 2011, at the LDS Stake Center, Rock Springs. Interment was in the Rest Haven Memorial Gardens. Mr. Miller, 50, of Rock Springs, died Tuesday, April 5, 2011, at the University of Utah Medical Center in Salt Lake City. A longtime Rock Springs resident and former resident of Green River, he died following a brief illness. He was born on July 9, 1960, in Arlington, Texas, the son of JD Miller Jr. and Charlene Johnston Miller. He attended schools in Green River and graduated from Green River High School with the class of 1978. He married Julie Kay Dana on Aug. 20, 1983, in Rock Springs. Their marriage was solemnized in the Salt Lake City LDS Temple. Mr. Miller worked as an electrical technician for Comtech for nine years. He also worked as a Rock Springs police officer and emergency medical technician for Castle Rock Ambulance and Vase Ambulance. He was a member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter day Saints, Ham Radio Club and an Emergency Management volunteer. He attended meetings in honor of Bill W. His interests included music, fishing, hunting, anything electron ic, spending time with his family and watching them perform music and play sports. Survivors include his wife, Julie Miller of Rock Springs; mother, Charlene Miller of Green River; son, Sean Michael Miller of Rock Springs; daughter, Jennifer Bieber of Rock Springs; brother, Steve Miller of Rock Springs; grandson, Dominik Michael Miller of Rock Springs; and several aunts, cousins, nephews and nieces. He was preceded in death by his father, J.D. Miller Jr. --- Rock Springs Daily Rocket-Miner, Apr 17, 2011 CHARLES “CHUCK” RUDELICH A mass of Christian burial for Charles "Chuck" Rudelich was celebrated Tuesday, April 12, 2011, at the SS. Cyril and Methodius Catholic Church, Rock Springs. Inurnment was in the Paul T. Wataha Section of the Rock Springs Municipal Cemetery, Cremation has taken place. Mr. Rudelich, 88, of 606 A St., Rock Springs, died Thursday, April 7, 2011, at the Sage View Care Center, where he had been a resident for the past week. A lifelong Rock Springs resident, he died following a brief illness. He was born Jan. 23, 1923, in Winton, the son of Thomas and Manda Pezely Rudelich. He attended schools in Winton and Reliance and was a 1942 graduate of Reliance High School. He married Alice Bonini on Nov. 20, 1949, at the SS. Cyril and Methodius Catholic Church in Rock Springs. Mr. Rudielich worked at FMC for 38 years and retired as a mechanic. He drove a bus for Zanetti Bus Line for more than 50 years. Mr. Rudelich was a member of Holy Spirit Catholic Community and Young at Heart Recreational Center. His interests included spending time with his family, especially his grandchildren, fishing, hunting, camping and rides in the country. Survivors include his wife, Alice Rudelich of Rock Springs; two sons, Tom Rudelich and Chuck Rudelich and wife Diana, all of Rock Springs; two daughters, Mary Alice Plummer and husband Tom of Salt Lake City and Robbie Hansen and husband Jack of Rock Springs; two sisters, Josie Applehans and Millie Brooking, both of Boise, Idaho; six grandchildren, Joel Hansen and wife Theresa, Heidi Hansen, Emily Barret and husband Mike, Tyler Plummer and Carly Rudelich and Zach Rudelich; and several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents, three brothers and one sister. --- Green River Star, Apr 20, 2011 Terry James Bethancourt Terry James Bethancourt, 27, of Rock Springs died of injuries following a vehicle crash in Montana. He apparently fell asleep at the wheel returning home from work in North Dakota. He was born June 18, 1983, in Houma, La. He attended school in Rock Springs and later earned his GED. He served in the United States Army and was honorably discharged in 2003. He was employed by Patterson Drilling as a motorman on rigs. His interests included spending time with his fiancee and baby daughter, riding dirt bikes, fishing, target shooting and being around his many friends. Survivors include his fiancee Britney McIzzie; one daughter Cienna Marie Bethancourt; father and stepmother, Jim and Peggy Bethancourt of Covington, La; mother Amy Bethancourt and Dennis Beck of Williamsville, Mo.; grandmothers Elva Martin of Rock Springs and Gabrielle Bethancourt of Houma, La; aunts and uncle Ann and Eric Miller of Rock Springs and Carolyn Kyle of Boca Raton, Fla.; stepbrother Ryan Indest of Metairie, La.; stepsister Lori Hahn of Bossier City, La.; several cousins and many friends. He was preceded in death by his grandfathers Samuel Martin and Richard Bethancourt and uncle Rick Bethancourt. Funeral Services were conducted Tuesday at the Vase Funeral Home in Rock Springs. Rev. Steve Mitchell conducted the services. Interment was at the Paul J. Wataha Section of Rock Springs Municipal Cemetery, Pallbearers were Eric Miller, Chris Miller, Derrick Gonzales, Ryan McIzzie, Mike McIzzie and Tommy Keelin. The family of Terry James Bethancourt respectfully suggest that donations be made in his memory to the Cienna Marie Bethancourt Benefit Fund, in care of Rock Springs National Bank, P.O. Box 880, Rock Springs, WY 82902. --- Green River Star, Apr 22, 2011 June L. Marietta June L. Marietta, 85, of Rock Springs, passed away on April 19, 2011, at the Sage View Care Center where she had been a resident for the past two weeks. She was born June 6, 1925, in Hastings, Neb., the daughter of the late Charles Wheeler and Grace Rupe. She attended and graduated from the Shoshoni High School in 1943. She later attended and graduated from the Wyoming State Nursing School on June 1, 1948. She married Jack Marietta on June 2, 1948, in Rock Springs. He preceded her in death on Dec. 26, 2010. They were married 62 years. She was employed as a registered nurse at the Memorial Hospital of Sweetwater County and retired in 1990. She was a member of the First Congregational Church, American Legion Auxiliary, former member of Top Notchers, Retired Nurses Association and Christian Woman's Group. Her interests included spending time with her children and grandchildren, traveling to Laramie for football games, dancing and working crossword puzzles. Survivors include two sons, Terry Marietta and wife Mary of Rock Springs, and Vaughn Marietta and wife Lynne of Salt Lake City; one daughter Gail McStotts and husband Phill of Salt Lake City; one brother Clair Wheeler and wife June of Casper; eight grandchildren; four great-grandchildren; three great-great-grandchildren; several nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents and husband. Funeral services will be conducted at 1 p.m. April 25 at the First Congregational Church in Rock Springs. Interment will be in the Paul J. Wataha Memorial Park Section of the Rock Springs Municipal Cemetery. Friends may call at the church on Monday from 11 a.m. until time of services. The family respectfully suggests that donations in her memory be made to Young At Heart Senior Citizen’s Center. --- Rock Springs Daily Rocket-Miner, Apr 24, 2011 DONALD LEE BEHUNIN Funeral services for Donald Lee Behunin were conducted Saturday, April 16, 2011, at the McKinnon LDS Ward in McKinnon. Military honors and interment were in the McKinnon Cemetery. Mr. Behunin, 79, of HCR 65 Box 753, McKinnon, died Wednesday, April 12, 2011, at his home. A lifelong McKinnon resident, he died following a brief illness. He was born Jan. 10, 1932, in Green River, the son of the Orson Nathan Behunin and Christena Isabella Slagowski. He attended schools in Burnt Fork, McKinnon and Green River. He was a 1950 graduate of the Green River High School and attended Brigham Young University. He married Helen Mary Harvey on Oct. 13, 1956. They had four daughters. His wife died in an automobile accident in 1980. He married Barbara Kaye Nielsen in 1991 in Lyman. Mr. Behunin was a US Army veteran of the Korean War. He served from 1950-53 and retired as a staff sergeant. He was a self-employed rancher. He was a member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, Veterans of Foreign Wars, Sweetwater County Fair Board and Weed and Pest. He was the secretary of Cedar Mountain Grazing. His interests included hunting, golfing, boating, spending time with his family and life on the ranch. Survivors include his mother, Christena Slagowski Behunin of McKinnon; wife, Kaye Behunin of McKinnon; four daughters, Brenda Douglas and husband Steve and Valree Muir and husband Rowdy, all of McKinnon, Wendy Christensen and husband Bruce of Mountain View and Christy Behunin of Vernal, Utah; brother, Karl Behunin and wife Deanna of Fort Bridger; two sisters, Myrna Lupher and husband Jim of Mountain View and Geri Lofton and husband Lloyd of Green River; 14 grandchildren; 23 great-grandchildren; several cousins, nephews and nieces, and three uncles. He was preceded in death by his father; first wife, Helen Harvey Behunin; and two sisters, Bonnie Jorgensen and Shirley McCalister. --- Rock Springs Daily Rocket-Miner, Apr 24, 2011 ARLENE “LEANIE” PRITCHARD Funeral services for Arlene "Leanie" Pritchard were conducted Saturday April 16, 2011, at the Rock Springs LDS Stake Center, Rock Springs. Interment took place in the Rest Haven Memorial Gardens, Rock Springs. Ms. Pritchard, 68, of Rock Springs, died Tuesday, April 12, 2011, at Memorial Hospital of Sweetwater County after a sudden illness. She was born Dec. 12, 1942, in Rock Springs, the daughter of Robert and Hannah Overy Pritchard. She attended elementary school in Superior and graduated from Rock Springs High School with the class of 1961. She attended Henager Business College in Salt Lake City. She worked for Sweetwater County School District No. 1 for 40 years. She started at Rock Springs Junior High School, which became East Junior High School. She provided lunch money to students who forgot. She was a member of Tops Club 107. Her interests included spending time with her family, playing bunco, candy making, decorating for holidays, cooking, country music, making pancakes and Elvis. Survivors include her sisters, Annie Phillips and Alice Burke of Rock Springs; nieces and nephews, Beverly and Mark Timlin, Elise and Paul Haapala, Becky, John, Kevin and Jessica Yerkovich, Darla, David, Chris and Cara Kelsey, Billie and Ross Condie, Cammie Olah, Darrell, Holly and Zachary Burke, all of Rock Springs, Jeannie Yerkovich of Salt Lake City and Jan and Jason Crompton of Evanston; and great great-niece and great-great-nephew, Alyson Hunter and Ashton Kelsey of Rock Springs. She was preceded in death by her parents; grandparents, brother, Arthur Pritchard; and brother-in-law, Bill Phillips. --- Rock Springs Daily Rocket-Miner, May 1, 2011 VIVIAN LUCILLE “SUE” BROWN Funeral Services for Vivian Lucille "Sue" Brown were conducted Thursday, April 21, 2011, at the Vase Funeral Chapel, Rock Springs. Interment was in Rest Haven Memorial Gardens, north of Rock Springs. Pallbearers included Keith Allen, Jerry Snyder, Justin Andrew, Robert Andrew, Michael Lamoreaux and Joey Lye. Honorary pallbearers included John Besso, Dwayne Andrew Jr., Bob Dickman and David Hodges. Mrs. Brown, 89, of Rock Springs, died Saturday, April 16, 2011. A Rock Springs resident since 1961 and former resident of Cheyenne, she died following a lengthy illness. She was born Nov. 27, 1921, in Marshalltown, Iowa, the daughter of Benjamin Ehrlich and Evelyn Balderson. She attended schools in Holyoke, Colo., through the 12th grade. She married Billy A. Andrew on Aug. 14, 1939, in Holyoke, Colo. They later divorced. He preceded her in death in Florida in April 1972. She married Ronald Brown. Mrs. Brown worked as a housekeeper, bartender and a homemaker. Her interests included hunting, fishing, camping and spending time with her family and friends. Survivors include her husband, Ronald Brown of Rock Springs; son, Dan A. Andrew of Cheyenne; daughter, Barbara A. Besso and husband Martin J. Besso of Rock Springs; sister, Gwendolyn Ruth Robertson of Ault, Colo.; stepdaughters, Caroline and husband Steve Carter and Linda and husband Rick Stratton and their families, all of Cheyenne; 12 grandchildren, including Gerald Snyder, Margie and Keith Allen, Dawn Lee Besso, Robert and Rhonda Andrew, Dwayne Andrew and Carla Crawford and husband Bryan of Columbia, Mo., 15 great-grandchildren; and five great-great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents; and one daughter, Diana Andrew, who died at birth. --- Rock Springs Daily Rocket-Miner, May 1, 2011 JOSEPH EDWARD “JOEY” ROBERTSON Funeral services for Joseph Edward "Joey" Robertson were conducted Wednesday, April 20, 2011, at the Vase Funeral Chapel, Rock Springs. Interment was in the Rest Haven Memorial Gardens, north of Rock Springs. Mr. Robertson, 68, of Rock Springs, died Thursday, April 14, 2011, at Memorial Hospital of Sweetwater County. A lifelong Rock Springs resident, he died following a sudden illness. He was born June 19, 1942, in Rock Springs, the son of Joseph H. Robertson and Alice James. He attended schools in Rock Springs and graduated from Rock Springs High School with the class of 1960. He married Karen Martin, Kathy Muir and Shirley Kramlich-Urness. Mr. Robertson was a self-employed welder for many years. He was a member and president of the Eagles Fraternal Order No. 151 and the American Legion Archie Hay Post 24. His interests included hunting, mule riding and spending time with his family, especially his grandchildren. Survivors include one son, Robert Robertson and wife Raedynne of South Jordan, Utah; two daughters, Michelle Doran and husband Ernie of Spring Creek, Nov., and Misty McPherson and husband Kenny of West Jordan, Utah; former wife, Shirley Robertson of Rock Springs; two brothers, Vernon Robertson and wife Peggy and Richard Robertson and wife Joanne, all of Rock Springs; and seven grandchildren, Heather Burnworth, Marissa and Amberely Doran, Mike Renton and Billy, Bailey and Harley McPherson. --- Rock Springs Daily Rocket-Miner, May 1, 2011 MAZIE SCOTT MAGNA, Utah -- Graveside services for Mazie Scott were conducted Saturday, April 23, 2011, at the Manila Utah Cemetery. Mrs. Scott, 85, died Wednesday, April 20, 2011, in Magna, Utah. She was born April 29, 1925, in Manila, Utah, to Edward and Lila May Schofield Boren. Survived by her children, Jerry and wife Merrilee, Redgy and wife Debbie, Ronnie, Floyd, Nancy Caldwell, Brent and wife Sue and Brenda Anderson; 25 grandchildren; 54 great-grandchildren; 10 great-great-grandchildren; brothers, Reo and Kerry Boren; and twin sister, Maxine Atwood. She was preceded in death by her sons-in-law, Bill Anderson and Allen Caldwell; five brothers and three sisters. --- Green River Star, May 4, 2011 Douglas Wayne Rodda Jr. Douglas Wayne Rodda Jr., 31, of Rock Springs, passed away May 2, 2011 at the Memorial Hospital of Sweetwater County. He was born July 7, 1979, in Rock Springs, the son of Douglas W. Rodda, Sr. and Patti Orester Rodda. He attended schools in Rock Springs and Pinedale, and was a 1996 graduate of Pinedale High School. He also attended Western Wyoming Community College and University of Wyoming. He married the former Angela Morris in Rock Springs last year. His interests included spending time with his family; riding motorcycles, snow machines and boats. He was an avid outdoorsman who enjoyed camping fishing and hunting. His passion was softball. Survivors include his wife of Rock Springs; his parents Douglas Rodda and Patti Rodda, both of Rock Springs; two sons, Douglas Rodda III of Pinedale, and Brian House of Rock Springs; one daughter, Victoria Rodda of Pinedale; three brothers, Steve Rodda, Thomas Rodda and wife Shaina and Phillip Rodda, all of Rock Springs; one sister, Melissa Lyle and husband Aaron of Washington; several aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his daughter, Kelsey Taylor Rodda; his maternal grandparents Steve and Virginia Orester, and his paternal grandparents Howard and Alberta Rodda. Funeral services will be conducted 1 p.m. Friday at the First Congregational Church in Rock Springs. Interment will be in the Rock Springs Municipal Cemetery. Friends may call at the church on Friday from 11 a.m until time of funeral services. The family of Douglas Wayne Rodda Jr. will be receiving relatives and friends at 909 Windriver in Rock Springs. The family suggests that donations in his memory be made to Douglas Wayne Rodda Memorial Fund, c/o Trona Valley Credit Union, 85 Gateway Blvd., Rock Springs, 82901. --- Green River Star, May 11, 2011 John Jospeh Dorigatti Jr. John Joseph Dorigatti Jr., 86, of Rock Springs passed away at Sage view Care Center on May 5, 2011, from a long battle with Alzheimer's. He was born Aug. 5, 1924, in Rock Springs, the son of the late John and Katherine Dorigatti, the youngest of three surviving children. His mother and father immigrated from Tyrolia and moved to Rock Springs. He spent his whole life in Rock Springs and was a 1943 graduate of Rock Springs High School. Dorigatti was inducted into the Army on July 10, 1943, joining many of his high school friends in World War II. During his time in the Army as a tank gunner, he achieved the rank of corporal. He was a member of the 3rd Armored Spearhead Division. He participated in battles in Normandy, The Battle of the bulge and in Rhineland he took part in the liberation of the Dora-Mittelbau Concentration Camp. Dorigatti was wounded two times and received the European African Middle Eastern Service Medal, World War II Victory Medal, Good Conduct Medal, European Theater Medal, two Purple Hearts, The Bronze Star for Valor and Belgium Fourradere for the liberation of Belgium. He served two years five months and 14 days in combat and was honorably discharged Dec. 8, 1945. While serving he met his long time pen pal Hazel Mary Speakman. They married Sept. 8, 1945, at St. Richards Chapel Knowle Brow Skelmersdale, England. His wife left England and made her way to Rock Springs, to wait for her husband to come home. The couple spent the rest of their lives together in Rock Springs. Dorigatti worked for a short time at the Union Pacific Railroad before gaining employment at the United States Post Office where he worked from 1946 until 1983 when he retired. During his life he was a member of the VFW, where he had held the position of commander locally, and B.P.O. Elks Club. He was an avid bowler and an A league pool player. He organized Junior Olympic Archery Club and taught more than 30 area kids to shoot archery correctly and safely in his garage. He continued to teach until the age of 82 helping hundreds including three sons who are National Pro Level Shooters. He helped to construct four Outdoor Archery Ranges including Outdoor Firehole Archery Range Complex with the help of only two other people after the original engineering was completed and is now considered a premier outdoor range. He also loved Rock Springs High School football and the Wyoming Cowboys. Survivors include three sons Tom Dorigatti and wife Sherry of Pekin, Ill., Peter Dorigatti and wife Kate of Reno, Nev., and Pat Dorigatti and wife Julie of Rock Springs; seven grandchildren and five great-grandchildren; one niece, one nephew and one cousin. He was preceded in death by his parents, wife Hazel Dorigatti and two sisters Mary Zancanella and Lena Stultz and a daughter-in-law Cathy. Following cremation at Vase White Mountain Crematory funeral services were conducted Monday at the Vase Funeral Chapel in Rock Springs. Military graveside and inurnment was in Rock Springs Municipal Cemetery. --- Rock Springs Daily Rocket-Miner, May 15, 2011 WILLIAM E. “BUD” BENNETT Funeral services for William E. "Bud" Bennett were conducted Friday, May 6, 2011, at the Fox Funeral Home, Rock Springs, Pastor Richard Carlson officiated. Interment with military honors took place in the Rest Haven Memorial Gardens north of Rock Springs. Mr. Bennett, 87, of Rock Springs, died Sunday, May 1, 2011, at Memorial Hospital of Sweetwater County after a lengthy illness. He was born June 2, 1923, in Rock Springs, the son of William Edgar Bennett Sr. and Ann Anstee Bennett. He attended schools in Rock Springs until he began work for the Civilian Conservation Corporation at the age of 15. He married Dorothy Catherine Chetterbock on July 4, 1946, in Rock Springs. He worked in construction for many years and for Questar for 14 years. He was a veteran who served in the U.S. Navy during World War II. He was a member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. He was a member of the International Order of Odd Fellows in Rock Springs, past president of the local Musicians Union and bass player for Raunchy Coyotes. His interests included music, horses, fishing and hunting. Survivors include his wife, Dorothy Bennett of Rock Springs; son, Timothy Bennett of Rock Springs; daughters, Kathleen Faccio and husband John of Rock Springs, Connie Johnson and husband Gordon of Nampa, Idaho, and Amy Louise Clark and husband Byron of Olympia, Wash.; brother, Dick Bennett and companion Joann Olah of Rock Springs; sisters, Jean Merlone and husband Charles of Rock Springs and Lily Nelson of Salmon, Idaho; grandchildren, Tammy Faccio, Tanya Chrisman John W. Faccio and wife Amber, April Lynn Faccio, Doriann, Jeremy, Rachael and David Johnson and Byron Clark; great-grandchildren, Cody Simmons, Suede Simmons, Kaylyrin Simmons, Michael Chrisman and Dallas Chrisman; great-great-grandson, Sterling Faccio; and numerous cousins, nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents; sister, Dovie Bennett; siblings, Arthur B. Leland, Lydia Poffinberger and Ernie Bennett; sister-in-law, Lorretta Bennett; and brother-in-law, Jack Nelson. --- Rock Springs Daily Rocket-Miner, May 15, 2011 ORVILLE THOMAS STURDEVANT Funeral services for Orville Thomas Sturdevant were conducted Saturday, May 7, 2011, at the LDS Stake Center, Rock Springs. Military honors and interment were in the Rest Haven Memorial Gardens, north of Rock Springs. Mr. Sturdevant, 74, of Rock Springs, died Tuesday, May 3, 2011, at Memorial Hospital of Sweetwater County following a battle with emphysema. He was born Aug. 27, 1936, in Buffalo, the son of Lester and Betty Sturdevant. He grew up with three brothers, Loren, Danny and Ernie; and three sisters, Velma, Shirley and Crystal. He attended schools in Buffalo and was a 1955 graduate of Johnson County High School. While in high school, he played football and track. Following high school graduation, he married Lauretta Gibson. They had a son, Rick; and three daughters, Dotty, Kathy and Cindy. He married Charlotte Wheeler in 1978. He gained three sons, Jimmy, Joey and Ellis; and two daughters, Valerie and Kathy. They lived in Rock Springs, He served in the U.S. Navy from 1955-59 and was on the U.S.S. Scamplian Aircraft Carrier. He worked in the oil fields for 42 years. Survivors include his wife of 32 years, Charlotte of Rock Springs; five daughters, Dorothy Enos and husband Paul of Rapid City, S.D., Kathy Jeffers and Cindy Walton and husband Scott, all of Billings, Mont., Kathy Bidabe of Rock Springs and Val Peden and husband Lew of Green River; four sons, Rick Sturdevant and wife Kim of Great Falls, Mont., and Jim Hadley and wife Sheila, Joe Walker and Ellis Wheeler and wife Tammie, all of Rock Springs; two sisters, Shirley Gibson and husband Lester of Buffalo and Crystal Sturdevant of Glenrock; brother, Loren Sturdevant and wife Carol of Glenrock; and numerous grandchildren, great-grandchildren, nieces, nephews and friends. He was preceded in death by his parents, two brothers and one sister. --- Green River Star, May 18, 2011 Aleric D. Rainville Jr. Aleric D. Rainville Jr., 70, of Rock Springs passed away May 13, 2011, at Memorial Hospital of Sweetwater County. A longtime resident of Rock Springs, and former resident of Alabama and North Carolina, Rainville passed away following a brief illness. Rainville was born in Miami Beach, Fla., on May 28, 1940, the son of Aleric D. Rainville and Ann H. Browser. He attended schools in Mobile and Chickasaw, Ala., and Rock Spring and graduated from Rock Springs High School with the class of 1958. He attended Western Wyoming Community College and then University of Wyoming where he attained a Bachelor of Science Degree in Basic Nuclear Power, ENA. and later received a Bachelor of Arts Degree in Science Information Systems Operations in 1993 at Greensboro, N.C. Rainville served in the United States Navy during the Vietnam War. He worked in the maintenance department for the Rock Springs Golf Course for 10 years. Rainville was a member of the Holy Spirit Catholic Community. His interests included helping others, taking cruises, cooking, golfing, making rosaries and spending time with family. He was a passionate patriot and also volunteered at the Rock Springs Food Bank. Survivors include his daughter Alery Mollin of Redding, Calif.; one sister Sue Seneshale of Rock Springs; two grandchildren Rachael and Ryan Mollin of Redding, Calif.; two nieces, three nephews and his companion of 10 years Sharon Kelly. He was preceded in death by his parents, sister Nancy Smith, brother-in-law Augie Seneshale and nephew Guy Inman. Following cremation, a Mass of Christian burial will be celebrated at 11 a.m. Thursday at Our Lady of Sorrows Catholic Church, 116 Broadway, Rock Springs. A vigil with rosary will be recited at 10:30 A.M. Thursday at the church. Military graveside services and inurnment will be in Rock Springs Municipal Cemetery. The family of Aleric D. Rainville Jr. respectfully request that donations be made in his memory to the Trona Valley Community Federal Credit Union, 85 Gateway Blvd., Rock Springs, WY 82901. --- Green River Star, May 18, 2011 Donna Foote Morad Donna Foote Morad, 90, of Rock Springs passed away May 12, 2011, at her home from natural causes. She was born June 6, 1920, in Rock Springs, the daughter of the late Donald C. and Jeanette Park Foote. Morad attended and graduated from the Rock Springs High School in 1938. She graduated from the University of Wyoming in 1942 with a Bachelor of Arts in English. While attending the university she served as president of Mortar Board, Delta Delta Delta Sorority and Phi Sigma Lota. Following the university she worked as coordinator of Office of Inter-American Affairs in Washington, D.C., and later for the FBI as a propoganda analyst for Axis countries from 1943 to 1946. After World War II she returned to Wyoming and taught school from 1946 until 1964 in Rock Springs and Casper. In 1960, she was awarded life time teaching certification. She was an instructor of Adult Basic Education at Western Wyoming College, and worked for the FMC Corporation prior to retirement in 1985. Morad was known for her humor and quiet kindness to others. She was a member of First Congregational Church, Order of the Eastern Star, Mountain Lily Chapter No. 10 and P.E.O. Chapter BC. Morad is survived by one son William Morad, a nephew Michael Etchingham, nieces Kathy Surbrugg, Nancy Etchingham and Jayne Barnes. She was preceded in death by her parents, Donald C. and Jeanette Foote, brother William P. Foote, sister Grace Foote Etchingham and son Donald Morad. There will be no funeral services at her request. --- Rock Springs Daily Rocket-Miner, May 22, 2011 HENRY “HANK” HOLBROOK Funeral services for Henry H. "Hank" Holbrook were conducted Wednesday, May 11, 2011, at the Castle Rock Convalescent Center, Green River. Military honors and interment were conducted Thursday, May 12, 2011, at the Manila Cemetery, Manila, Utah. Mr. Holbrook, 87, of Green River, died Saturday, May 7, 2011, at the Castle Rock Convalescent Center in Green River after a short illness. He was born Aug. 20, 1923, in Traphill, N.C., the son of Ernest "Dee" and Ruth Higgins Holbrook. He graduated from Rock Springs High School on May 29, 1941. He married Dorothy Twitchell on Oct 20, 1951 in Evanston. Bishop William Harris performed the ceremony. He was a corporal in the U.S. Army during World War II and the Korean War. His earned the Purple Heart, American Campaign Medal, Good Conduct Medal, WWII Victory Medal, Korean War Service Medal, two Bronze Service Stars, United Nations Service Medal, National Defense Service Medal and Combat Infantryman Badge. He was honorably discharged from the service on Nov. 20, 1952. He worked as a pipe fitter for the Union Pacific Railroad. For a brief period of time, he delivered mail for the U.S. Postal Service. His final career was working for the Green River Police Department. He served as a sergeant and as assistant chief of police. He was a lifetime member of the National Rifle Association. His interests included rifles; history, particularly Wyoming history and early frontier history; reading; genealogy work, where he researched his family line back to the 1500s; and spending time with his family on outings and reunions. He spent the last 10 years at the Villa/Castle Rock Convalescent Center, where he has been an active participant in bingo and Bible study. Survivors include his son-in-law and longtime caregiver, Allen West of Green River; granddaughter, Kelly June Hughes and husband Bryan of Green River; three great-grandchildren, Jamie Cudney and husband Bobby of Green River, Stephanie Lemon and husband Jeremiah of Rock Springs and Allen Michael Hughes of Provo, Utah; six great-great-grandchildren, Joshua Wayne Cudney, Allysa June Cudney, Colter Jacob Cudney and Jordan Colleen Cudney, all of Green River, and Emily June Lemon and Abigail Kimberly Lemon of Rock Springs. He was preceded in death by his parents; wife; and stepdaughter, Colleen June West. --- Rock Springs Daily Rocket-Miner, May 22, 2011 JOHN T. LOWSETH Graveside services and interment for John T. Lowseth were conducted Wednesday, May 11, 2011, at the Riverview Cemetery in Green River. Mr. Lowseth, 47, of Green River, died Thursday, May 5, 2011, at the University of Utah Medical Center in Salt Lake City. He was born Sept. 20, 1963, in Ogden, Utah, the son of John M. and Patsy Potter Lowseth. His interests included spending time with his family, fishing and riding all-terrain vehicles. Survivors include his wife, Carla Lowseth of Green River; sons, Tristan and Joey Lowseth, both of Green River; daughter, Brittany Lowseth of Green River, mother, Patsy Lowseth of Green River; and sister, Dawn Dana and husband Dale of Colorado. He was preceded in death by his father, John M. Lowseth; brother, Scott; and his grandparents. --- Fox Funeral Home Robert Winsloe McKnight Robert Winsloe McKnight, 75, of Green River, died Monday, May 23, 2011, at Memorial Hospital of Sweetwater County in Rock Springs after a sudden illness. He was born March 19, 1936, in Live Oak, Fla., the son of Ralph and Dora Bercaw McKnight. He graduated from Live Oak K-12 School in Live Oak. He married Carol Ann Bercaw on May 11, 1956, in Tampa, Fla. He was a veteran who served in the U.S. Marine Corps as an aviation mechanic during the Cuban Missile Crisis. He worked as a welder and iron worker with numerous companies until his retirement in 1991. He was a member of the American Legion and Grace Baptist Church in Rock Springs. His interests included horses and his dog, Buster. Survivors include his two sons, Monty McKnight of Bear River and Michael McKnight of Lovell; two daughters, Gloria Seligman and Greta Lumley, both of Tampa; two brothers, Gary McKnight and George McKnight of Live Oak; sister, Betty Culberton of Live Oak; 11 grandchildren; and 10 great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his spouse, Carol Ann McKnight; and sister, Margaret Wilkes. Cremation has taken place. Graveside services and inturnment will be conducted at 1 p.m. Thursday, May 26, 2011, at the Riverview Cemetery, Green River. Condolences may be left at www.foxfh.com. --- Green River Star, May 25, 2011 Frances Angeline Koler Frances Angelina Koler, 91, of Rock Springs passed away May 22, 2011, at Sage View Care Center in Rock Springs. A resident of Rock Springs for the past 66 years and former resident of Leadville, Colo., and Oak Creek, Colo., Koler had been in ill health for the past several months. She was born Nov. 16, 1919, in Leadville, Colo., the daughter of the late John Ponikvar and the former Margaret Mozina. Koler attended school in Leadville, Colo. She married Steve Koler on May 22, 1938, in Steamboat Springs, Colo., and he preceded her in death in January of 1995. Koler was the owner and operator of the Glow Room Restaurant and also Fran's Catering. She was instrumental in founding the Loaves and Fishes Soup Kitchen and worked there for 20 years until her retirement at the age of 90. Her interests were spending time with her children and grandchildren, cooking and baking, particularly her specialty, potica. She was a member of Holy Spirit Catholic Community and was involved in many of the church activities. Survivors include three daughters Pat Tomasini, Terry Ferguson and husband Dan and Peggi Daley and husband Tim, all of Rock Springs; one brother Bob Ponikvar and wife Gladys of Grand Junction, Colo.; one sister Vicky Callas of Rock Springs; six grandchildren, eight great-grandchildren, several nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents, husband Steve, son Steve "Sonny" and several brothers and sisters. A mass of Christian burial will be celebrated at 10 a.m. Friday at Saints Cyril and Methodius Catholic Church, 633 Bridger Avenue, Rock Springs. A vigil service with rosary will be recited at 7 p.m. Thursday at the church. Interment will be in the St. Joseph's Section of the Rock Springs Municipal Cemetery. Friends may call at the church on Thursday from 5-7 p.m. and on Friday morning at the church until time of services. The family of Frances Angelina Koler will be receiving relatives and friends at 1216 Hilltop Drive in Rock Springs. The family respectfully suggests that donations in Koler's memory be made to Holy Spirit Catholic Community, 116 Broadway, Rock Springs, W 82901. Pallbearers are Slade Daley, Ryan Richardson, Heath Daley, Russell Richardson, Frank Troester, Morgan Ferguson and Ray Richardson. Matt Beardsley is an honorary pallbearer. --- Pinedale Roundup, May 26, 2011 Clifford O. Hokanson Clifford O. Hokanson, 87, of Green River, passed away on Wednesday, May 18, 2011 at the Castle Rock Convalescent Center. A longtime resident of Green River and former long time resident of Rock Springs, Mr. Hokanson had been in ill health for the past several years. He was born April 20, 1924 in Casper, the son of the late Hjalmer and Helen Hokanson and attended schools in Huelett, Casper and Rock Springs. He quit school to join the Navy the day after Pearl Harbor and served until 1946. He then returned to Rock Springs and graduated from Rock Springs High School in 1948. He married the former Ruth Johnson in Rock Springs Aug. 17, 1946 and she passed away in Green River Dec. 11, 2002. Hokanson was employed as an electrician in numerous capacities for many years, retiring from School District No. 1 in 1989. He was a member of Immaculate Conception Catholic Church and one of the founding fathers of the East Fork Rod and Gun Club. His interests included hunting, fishing, tying flies and spending time at his cabin on the East Fork until his health failed. Survivors include one son Mark Hokanson and wife Debbie of Rock Springs; one daughter Marilyn Dockter and husband Maynard of Green River; one brother Jim Macklin of Idaho; five grandchildren Corrie Probst, Misty Cozad, Jessica Dickinson, Matthew Dockter and Stephanie Olivas and 10 great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents and wife Ruth Hokanson, one sister and three brothers. A Mass of Christian burial was celebrated at 10 a.m. Monday, May 23 at the Immaculate Conception Catholic Church in Green River. A vigil with rosary was recited at 6 p.m. Sunday at the church. Military honors and graveside services were conducted at Rest Haven Memorial Gardens north of Rock Springs. --- Green River Star, May 27, 2011 Stacy Gresham Stacy Gresham, 45, of Green River, passed away May 23, 2011, at Memorial Hospital of Sweetwater County following a sudden illness. She was born July 28, 1965, in San Jose, Calif., the daughter of Thomas Merit Gresham and Constance Rose Leonard. She attended school in Green River and graduated with the class of 1984. She worked at Smith’s Food and Drug for a year as a front-end manager. She enjoyed camping, fishing, computers, spending time with her family and loved life itself. Survivors include her father Thomas M. Gresham of Green River; one brother, Doug W. Gresham and wife Chris of Rock Springs; two sisters, Angela Battles of Milpitas, Calif. and Shelia Gresham of Fair Oaks, Calif.; one son, Christopher Wade Tangreen of Carlin, Nev.; two daughters Heather Louise Williams of Rock Springs, and Michelle Lee Tangreen of Elko, Nev.; five grandchildren Tre` Thomas Moore, ShayLeigh Marie Walls, Brooke Lynn Hazzard, Joshua Ryan Hunter II and Kennedi Leann Hazzard; two aunts, Ramona White of Denver, and Janine Gresham of Farmington, Utah; three uncles Dave Gresham of Rock Springs; Walter Gresham of Colorado and Harvey Lee Gresham of Etna; several nieces, nephews and several cousins. She was preceded in death by her mother Connie Gresham; one brother, Thomas Merit Gresham, Jr.; one sister, Diane Louise Gresham; maternal grandparents Mr. and Mrs. Leonard and paternal grandparents Walter Wilbur and Rose Louise Gresham. A Mass of Christian burial will be celebrated at 10 a.m. June 2 at the Saints Cyril and Methodius Catholic Church in Rock Springs. Interment will be in Rest Haven Memorial Gardens Cemetery. Friends may call from 5 p.m. until 7 p.m. on June 1 at the Vase Funeral Chapel in Rock Springs and at the church on Thursday morning until time of services. --- Rock Springs Rocket-Miner, May 31, 2011 David Gene Maestas David Gene Maestas, 49, of Las Vegas, died at the University Medical Center in Las Vegas. He was born March 2, 1959, to Thomas T. Maestas and Laura M. Maestas. He grew up in Reliance. He graduated from the Rock Springs High School in 1978 and was a wrestler. During his high school years, he worked at Celebrity Chevron. He married Sharon Divengenzo. They lived in Green River and had one son, David Gene Maestas Jr. They later divorced. He worked for General Chemical. He moved to Las Vegas, where he worked several jobs. His interests included wrestling, sports cars and friends and family. Survivors include four brothers, Paul Maestas and wife Cindy of Rock Springs, Arthur Maestas and wife Susan of Green River, Floyd Maestas of Reliance and Lawrence Maestas and wife Kelly of Coon Valley, Wis.; sister, Gloria Masters and husband Bill of Rock Springs; uncles, Ray Maestas and wife Rose of Superior and Louie Carrillo and Billie of Reliance; and several nieces, nephews and cousins. He was preceded in death by parents; grandparents; brothers, Jr., Patrick and Danny; sister, Mary Ann Maestas; and several aunts, uncles and cousins. Memorial services will be conducted at 11 a.m. Saturday, May 7, 2011, at Restoration Ministries, 518 Elk St., Rock Springs. Brother Arthur Maestas and Pastor Gene Emerson will conduct the services. Burial will follow at the Paul Wataha section of the Rock Springs Municipal Cemetery. After the burial, there will be refreshments and fellowship at Restoration Ministries. --- Rock Springs Daily Rocket-Miner, Jun 5, 2011 MAX ROY SCHULTZ Graveside services and inurnment for Max Roy Schultz were conducted Wednesday, May 25, 2011, at the Riverview Cemetery in Green River. Larry Johnson conducted the service. Cremation has taken place. Mr. Schultz, 62, of Green River, died Tuesday, May 17, 2011, at the Memorial Hospital of Sweetwater County. A lifelong Green River resident, he died following a brief bout with cancer. He was born March 18, 1949, in Rock Springs, the son of Carl A. Schultz and Helen A. Murphy. Mr. Schultz married Letta Kay Swett in Green River. They later divorced. He worked as a heavy equipment operator. Mr. Schultz was a member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, Fraternal Order of Eagles Aerie No. 2350 and AARP. His interests included the outdoors, fishing, hunting, horses, being a mechanic, working on cars and trucks and helping people. Survivors include eight sons, Richard Floyd Schultz, Thomas Carl Schultz, Steven John Schultz, Alan Royce Schultz, Eric Wilson Schultz, Mark Louie Schultz, Ben Carter Schultz and Jonathan Leland Schultz, all of Green River; daughter, Anna Lou Ferrill of Murphysboro, Ill.; three brothers, Carl A. Schultz and Howard A. Schultz, both of Green River, and Gary M. Schultz of Hayden, Idaho; three sisters, Sara P. Garcia, Marcia Kay Jessop and Tanice Marie Maestas, all of Green River; 10 Grandchildren; and several aunts, uncles, cousins, nephews and nieces. He was preceded in death by his parents; brother, Floyd L. Schultz, and two sisters, Judy Hofeldt and Mary Maestas. --- Green River Star, Jun 8, 2011 Dolores Helene “Dody” DeWulf O’Farrell Dolores Helene ‘Dody’ DeWulf O'Farrell passed away June 6, 2011, in Cheyenne. She was born June 28, 1927, in Rawlins, the eldest of three daughters born to Joseph L. DeWulf and Helen Brown DeWulf. She was raised in South Baxter/Mountain Fuel Camp and graduated in 1946 from Rock Springs High School. She attended nurses training at St. Benedicts Hospital in Ogden and was a member of the first graduating class of 1950. She was awarded the "Most Outstanding Student Nurse in the State of Utah" for her outstanding academic achievements. She continued her career as a registered nurse in Wyoming and Utah. She married William Kirby ‘Bill’ O'Farrell on Oct. 4, 1952, at Our Lady of Sorrows Catholic Church in Rock Springs. The couple raised three daughters. She remained active in the parish as well as Our Lady of Sorrows Parochial School where she was the volunteer school nurse. The couple moved to Salt Lake City in 1976 where she continued her community and church involvement. She was a member of St. Ambrose Parish, St. Ann's Guild and St. Mary's Alter Society. She was extremely generous and supported global Catholic Charities. Dolores and Bill DeWulf spent their retirement years in Salt Lake City, Green Valley, Ariz., and Cheyenne. She enjoyed traveling, reading and was a lifelong learner. Most of all, she loved spending time with her family. DeWulf was a loving wife, mother, grandmother and great-grandmother. She is survived by her husband, and love of her life, Bill; their three daughters and their families Kathleen O'Farrell Kottenstette and son-in-law Michael of Laramie, Laureen O'Farrell Powell of Cheyenne, son-in-law Kevin Powell of Point Roberts, Wash., Colleen O'Farrell West and son-in law Charlie West of Cheyenne; seven grandchildren and three great grandchildren; sisters; Patricia ‘Patsy’ DeWulf Radman and husband Pete of Rock Springs and Margaret ‘Peggy’ DeWulf Evans of San Francisco; 22 nieces and nephews, extended family and friends. DeWulf was preceded in death by her parents. A Mass of Christian burial will be celebrated at 10:30 a.m. Friday at Our Lady of Sorrows Catholic Church, 116 Broadway, Rock Springs. A vigil service with rosary will be recited at 7 p.m. Thursday at the Vase Funeral Chapel, 154 Elk Street, Rock Springs. Interment will be in the St. Joseph’s Section of the Rock Springs Municipal Cemetery. Friends may call at Vase Chapel on Thursday from 5 p.m. until time of rosary and again at the Vase Chapel on Friday morning until time of funeral services. Electronic condolences can be emailed to colleenwest@hotmail.com --- Rock Springs Daily Rocket-Miner, Jun 8, 2011 FRED E. VAVOLD PINEDALE—Fred E. Vavold, 82, died Tuesday, June 7, 2011, at his home with his family by his side. He was born Aug. 26, 1928, in Rock Springs, to Oswald and Violet Vavold. He graduated from Rock Springs High School in 1948, where he played football and discovered wood working and carpentry. He served in the U.S. Army during the Korean War. He married Carmella Mary Sulenta on Nov. 22, 1953, at the SS. Cyril and Methodius Catholic Church. After living in Rock Springs, he and his wife moved to Pinedale, where he lived until his death. He worked in construction and served as a manager for Milne Truck Lines for several decades. He and his wife worked in the motel business for over 40 years and were owners of the Wagon Wheel Motel in Pinedale. He built his family a home by the river during nights and weekends. In his younger years, his interests included hunting both big game and birds. Other interests included helping his family with creative projects; drawing sketches and cartoon characters; country Western music; Western movies with John Wayne; news and history channels; current events; dressing in a white button down shirt and Wrangler jeans; collecting and wearing cowboy boots; owning antique vehicles, including Ford and Chevy trucks, a 1936 Packard car and a 1953 Chevy truck; the Indianapolis 500; NASCAR racing; the Denver Broncos; smoking Dutch Masters cigars; and drinking coffee. He was baptized at age 70 during his granddaughter Preslie’s first holy communion. He is survived by his wife of 57 years, Carmella Mary Sulenta Vavold; three daughters, Eileen Vavold of Pinedale, Dr. Karla Vavold-Sigler and husband Dr. Brent Sigler of Denver and Lynn Freebairn and husband Kevin Freebairn of Salt Lake City; and granddaughters, Preslie of Pinedale and Paris of Salt Lake City. He was preceded in death by his mother, Violet Vavold; father, Oswald Vavold; brother, Lester Vavold; and a sister, Rose Marie Vavold, who died at birth. Cremation has taken place. Private family services will be conducted at Our Lady of Peace Catholic Church. Condolences may be sent to P.O. Box 407, Pinedale, WY 82941. --- Rock Springs Daily Rocket-Miner, Jun 12, 2011 ARLENE KATHERINE COCHRAN Funeral services for Arlene Katherine Cochran were conducted Wednesday, June 1, 2011, at the Vase Flaming Gorge Chapel, Green River. Interment was in the Riverview Cemetery in Green River. Mrs. Cochran, 72, of Green River, died Monday, May 23, 2011, at the Heritage Park Care Center in Roy, Utah. A longtime Green River resident and former resident of Idaho, she died following a brief illness. She was born June 28, 1938, in Wallace, Idaho, the daughter of James Polla and Ellen Jutilla. She attended schools in Mullan, Idaho. She married Roy Cochran in 1978 in Silverton, Idaho. Mrs. Cochran worked as an inserter for the Green River Star in Green River. Her interests included reading, camping, bingo and spending time with her family, especially her grandchildren. Survivors include her husband, Roy Cochran of Green River; three sons, Jim Kolczak, Brian M. Kolczak and Mike Cochran, all of Rock Springs; three daughters, Kristine Kolczak of Rock Springs, Johnna Kolczak of Roy and Missy Simard of Montana; two brothers, Dale Polla and James Polla of Mullan, Idaho; four grandchildren, Nichole Kolczak of Rock Springs, Kraig Kolczak and Kasey Kolczak, both of Roy, and Makayla Marie Cochran of Draper, Utah; and several nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents; and one brother, Wayne Polla. --- Rock Springs Daily Rocket-Miner, Jun 12, 2011 JAMES “JIM” R. CAROLLO STEAMBOA SPRINGS, Colo.—James “Jim” R. Carollo, 64, died Tuesday, May 17, 2011, in Steamboat Springs, Colo., after a battle with cancer. He was born Aug. 21, 1946, in Rock Springs, to Al Carollo Sr. and Leona Carollo. He grew up in Rock Springs and had three brothers, Al Jr., Robert “Bob” and John Carollo. After graduating from Rock Springs High School, he was drafted into the Army and served in the Vietnam War from 1967-68. After returning from Vietnam, he graduated from the University of Wyoming with a degree in geology. He married Carolyn Harrison in 1972 in Laramie. They had two children, James R. Carollo Jr. and Jane H. Carollo. She preceded him in death in June 1989. He married Fran Kovach on Aug. 22, 1993, at the family ranch outside Pinedale. In the summer of 1994, the family moved to Steamboat Springs, where he worked on cars in the garage and projects in the house and barn. His interests included the outdoors, hiking, backpacking in the Wind River Mountains, rock formations, spending time at the family cabin in Pinedale, swimming, jet-skiing, boating on Fremont Lake, animals, raising horses with his wife Fran, playing practical jokes, the Yampa Valley and spending time with friends and family. He is survived by his wife, Fran Carollo; son, James R. Carollo Jr.; daughter, Jane H. Carollo; and stepdaughters, Jenny Daily and husband Matt, Katie West and Brent Tollar and Stevie West. He was preceded in death by his wife, Carolyn Carollo; brother, Bob Carollo; and father, Al Carollo Sr. --- Rock Springs Daily Rocket-Miner, Jun 12, 2011 STEVE MARTIN Following cremation, a celebration of life for Steve Martin was conducted Thursday, June 2, 2011, at the Fraternal Order of Eagles, Green River. Mr. Martin, 57, of Green River, died Monday, May 30, 2011, at his home. A longtime Green River resident and former resident of Evanston, he died suddenly. He was born Dec. 22, 1953, in Rifle, Colo., the son of Olen L. martin and Bessie L. Duffy. He attended schools in Rock Springs. He worked for Zumbrennen Tire Co. for the last 10 years until he retired in 2004. His interests included hunting, fishing and spending time with family and friends. Survivors include two daughters, Katrina Martin of Rock Springs and Autumn of Evanston; brother, Jim Martin of Green River; two sisters, Linda Gardiner of Grand Junction, Colo., and Dawnie Lund of Gilroy, Calif.; stepfather, Ike Carpenter of Wheatland; and numerous grandchildren from Rock Springs. He was preceded in death by his parents. --- Rock Springs Daily Rocket-Miner, Jun 12, 2011 ARIANE M. MILLER Ariane M. Miller, 56, of Rock Springs, died Sunday, May 29, 2011, at her home after a sudden illness. She was born April 28, 1955, in Greybull, the daughter of Wayne Miller and Marie Gross Miller. She attended schools in Cody. Her interests included Jesus Christ. Survivors include her son, Cole Nelson of Cheyenne; brothers, Jack Kure of Redwood, Calif., and Earl Miller and Mark Miller, both of Greybull. She was preceded in death by her parents. Cremation has taken place. --- Rock Springs Daily Rocket-Miner, Jun 12, 2011 DOLORES B. MULLEN Dolores B. Mullen, 82, of Green River, died Saturday, May 28, 2011, at the Castle Rock Convalescent Center in Green River. A resident of Del Haven, N.J. for approximately 30 years and former resident of Brookhaven, Pa., she died following a lengthy illness. She was born Nov. 25, 1928 in Trainer, Pa., the daughter of Alexander Kolodi and Bessie Isanska. She graduated from the Eddystone High School with the class of 1948. She married Kenneth S. Mullen. He preceded her in death in May 1992. Mrs. Mullen worked as a toll collector and toll bridge operator for the Cape May County Bridge Commission for 10 years. She was a member of the Sun Honor Club. Her interests included sports and bird watching. Survivors include one son, Timothy B. Mullen and wife Cindy of Green River; and three grandsons, Capt. Jeremy S. Mullen of Seymour Johnson Air Force Base in Goldsboro, N.C., Matthew S. Mullen and wife Jennifer of Daejeon, South Korea, and Torrey C. Mullen of Denver. She was preceded in death by her husband, two brothers and two sisters. Cremation has taken place. At Mrs. Mullen’s request, no services will be conducted. --- Rock Springs Daily Rocket-Miner, Jun 12, 2011 CAROL REITZ GRANT, Neb.—A memorial services for Carol Reitz was conducted Friday, June 3, 2011 at the Grant New Life Fellowship Church. Pastor Vince Carrig officiated. Cremation has taken place. Mrs. Reitz, 71, died Monday, May 30, 2011, in the Perkins County Community Hospital. She was admitted to the hospital after she developed a malignancy this spring. She was born Nov. 9, 1939, in Rock Springs, to Sidney and Lena Dorigatti Case. She was the oldest of two children. She attended school in Rock Springs. During high school, she worked at the drive-in theater and Matthew’s Doughnut Shop. She married George Reitz on Oct. 30, 1956, in Green River. They lived in Reliance until 1981, when they moved to a farm home southwest of Grant, Neb., to raise livestock. After he husband died in 2009, she continued to maintain her home with the help of her son. She is survived by one daughter, Mary Ellen and husband Mike Rotness of Alliance, Neb.; two sons, Cecil Reitz of Grant and Tim and wife Cyndie Reitz of Omaha, Neb.; stepson, Ron and wife Edna Clapp of McGrew, Neb.; eight grandchildren; six great-grandchildren; and her brother, Michael and wife Charlotte Stultz of Rock Springs. --- Rock Springs Daily Rocket-Miner, Jun 12, 2011 FRANK FELIX “SONNY” SMITH Frank Felix “Sonny” Smith, 76, died Tuesday, June 7, 2011. He was a lifelong Rock Springs resident. He was born May 22, 1935. He graduated from Reliance High School in 1954. After high school, he served in the Navy for four years. He married Barbra Oliver in 1966. Mr. Smith worked for FMC and Sweetwater Plumbing for Joe Riddle. Survivors include his wife, Barbra; sisters, Lucille Freeze and Virginia Duzik; aunt, Jackie Milonas; nephew, Dean Hunt and companion Kim Bryon; and nieces, Jackie Freeze and Jon Schrader, Rita Hunt and April Hunt. He was preceded in death by his parents, Frank and Louise Chabre Smith; nephew, Mike Freeze, and brothers-in-law, Jack Freeze, Paul Duzik and Ray Hunt. Cremation has taken place. At his request, there will be no services. --- Rock Springs Daily Rocket-Miner, Jun 12, 2011 LAWRENCE (LARRY) SNYDER JR. GOLDEN VALLEY, Ariz.—Larry Snyder, 81, of Golden Valley, Ariz., died Monday, May 30, 2011, at his home with his family by his side. He was a Golden Valley resident for the past 20 years and former resident of Johnstown, Pa., and Green River. He was born Nov. 9, 1929, in Windber, Pa., to Catherine (Parks) and L.W. Snyder Sr. He was an Army corporal in the Korean War and served with the Artillery Unite, Co. C, 66th Armored Tank Division from 1951-53. He was stationed in Mainz, Germany. He married Donna Mae Makin on Aug. 14, 1953. She preceded him in death on Nov. 11, 1992. He married Dolores Arnold on July 18, 1998. He was a member of the Berkey Church of the Brethren in Windber. He worked as a warehouseman at Allied Chemical in Green River prior to his retirement in 1990. His interests included making jewelry, collecting coins, the Pittsburgh Pirates, Pittsburgh Steelers, wrestling, carpentry and spending time with family and friends. He was Golden Valley Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 2555 commander from 1995-96, member to the Teamster’s Local 110 in Pennsylvania, president of Geistown Lions Club in 1976-77, president of Golden Valley Lions Club 1992-94 and zone chairman from 1994-95, chairman of Golden Valley Days from 1996-2006 and chairman of the Golden Valley July 4th Celebration from 1993-96. Survivors include his wife, Dolores of Golden Valley; children, Cindy and husband Gene Harsha, Kelly and husband Harlan Worden and Marilyn and husband Michael Martinez, all of Green River, Pam and husband Doug Shank of Pearland, Texas, Brenda and husband Dan Mezak of Covert, Mich., Jan Snyder and fiancé Ron Kask of Hurricane, Utah, Michelle and husband Jeffrey Csimadia of Surprise, Ariz., Frank and wife Lynda Kenyon of Richmond, Va., Yvette and husband Paul Melling of Colchester, Conn.; 24 grandchildren; 42 great-grandchildren; two great-great-grandchildren; sisters, Elizabeth Myers, Verna Jones, Donna McDougle and Dorothy and husband Ray Ankney Sr.; brothers Ronald, John, James and Richard; and numerous nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents; first wife, Donna; brothers, Ralph and Harold; and great-grandson, Cordell Myers. Cremation has taken place. At his request, no services will be conducted. --- Rock Springs Daily Rocket-Miner, Jun 12, 2011 DELAINA SUE STAPP Funeral services for Delaina Sue Stapp were conducted Wednesday, June 1, 2011, at Fox Funeral Home, Rock Springs. Pastor Lee Wickle of the First Presbyterian Church in Mountain View officiated. Interment took place at the South Lincoln Cemetery in Kemmerer. Ms. Stapp, 47, died Friday, May 27, 2011, at Ivinson Memorial Hospital in Laramie after a lengthy illness. She was born Oct. 7, 1963 in Lawton, Okla., the daughter of Leroy Stapp and Barbara Barbe. She attended the Baptist Church. Her interests included looking at books and catalogs, teasing others, stuffed animals, wearing hats and Halloween masks. Survivors include her mother, Barbara Barbe of Kemmerer; grandmother, Vivian Barbe of Temple, Okla.; half brother, Brady Stapp of Walters, Okla.; sisters, Betty Collins and Charlotte Taylor, both of Kemmerer, and Angela Lipscomb of Temple; and several aunts and uncles. She was preceded in death by her father; three grandparents; and aunts, Ruth Nix and Betty Beam. --- Rock Springs Daily Rocket-Miner, Jun 12, 2011 LEO WALTER STEPHENS GOODLAND, Kan.—Funeral services for Leo Walter Stephens were conducted Wednesday, June 1, 2011, at the Wesleyan Church in Sharon Springs, Kan. Burial with military honors followed in the Sharon Springs Cemetery. Mr. Stephens, 79, died Sunday, May 29, 2011, at Wheat Ridge Acres in Goodland, Kan. He was a longtime Goodland and Sharon Springs, Kan. resident. He was born March 7, 1932 in Goodland, the son of Florence Marie (Albertson) Price and Walter C. Stephens. He attended schools in Goodland and Lompoc, Calif. He served in the U.S. Army Airborne during the Korean War. He married Velma Cloyd on April 18, 1954, in Sharon Springs. He farmed in the northwest Sherman County for most of his life. In 1979, he built and operated Stephens’ Restaurant in Sharon Springs with his wife. He was a member of the United Methodist Church, Veterans of Foreign Wars and Elks Lodge 1528. He is survived by his daughter, Kelly Livengood and husband Bruce of Kanorado, Kan.; son, Joel Stephens of Rock Springs; sister, Dorothy McMahon of Grants Pass, ore.; brother, Irvin Stephens of Kansas City, Mo.; seven grandchildren, Courtney and husband Dylan Warden, Kayla and Brady Stephens, Crissy and Levi Livengood and Matthew and Shasta Macormic; seven great-grandchildren; and numerous nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his wife, Velma Stephens in October 2000, daughter-in-law, Mindy Stephens in December 2010; parents; sisters, Elenora Mauro, Lucille Denning, LaVerne Houk and Phyllis Peter; and brother, Eldon Stephens. --- Green River Star, Jun 22, 2011 Juan "Bullfighter" "Poppo" Martinez Juan "Bullfighter" "Poppo" Martinez, 93, of Reliance passed away June 13, 2011, at his home. He was a longtime resident of Reliance. Martinez was born Oct. 13, 1917, in Costilla, N.M., the son of the late Antonio and Josefina Martinez. He attended schools in New Mexico. Martinez was a United States Army veteran of World War II. He married the former Margaret M. Rivera in Costilla, N.M., on Sept. 25, 1946. Martinez was employed at FMC for 21 years and retired as a miner in 1978. He was a member of Holy Spirit Catholic Community and Catholic Golden Age. His interests included gardening, working, camping and fishing. He loved his children and grandchildren. He helped start Loaves and Fishes with Teresa Koler and also volunteered there. He also was a volunteer for the Reliance Fire Department and the Reliance Sewar District. Survivors include his wife Margaret Martinez of Reliance; three sons John Martinez and wife Deb of Des Moines, Iowa, Lawrence Martinez and wife Margie of Reliance, and Ron Martinez and wife Angela of Hailey, Idaho; one daughter Diane Coates of Rock Springs; one brother Ross Martinez and wife Virgie of Denver; 12 grandchildren and nine great-grandchildren; several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents; three brothers and one sister. A Mass of Christian burial was celebrated Monday at Saints Cyril and Methodius Catholic Church in Rock Springs. Military Graveside services and interment was in the St. Joseph's Section of Rock Springs Municipal Cemetery. --- Fox Funeral Home, Jun 22, 2011 Wayne Campbell Rock Springs - Wayne Campbell, 76, of Rock Springs, died Tuesday June 21, 2011 at Memorial Hospital of Sweetwater County after a sudden illness. He was born April 21, 1935 in Onawa, Iowa, the son of Hiram William Campbell and Edna Steward Campbell. He married Mary Miltnovich on March 29, 1969 in Rock Springs. She preceded him in death November 7, 2006. He had served as a veteran in the US Army during the Korean War. He was employed by Church & Dwight for over 20 years until his retirement. His interests were building things and tinkering with cars. Survivors include two sons; Larry Campbell of Lebanon, Oregon and Len Campbell of Parma, Idaho; daughter, Lori Campbell Wright of Nampa, Idaho; brother Floyd Campbell and wife Jeanie of Silver City, Iowa; sister Elsie Grandgenett of Onawa; grandchildren Larry Jr., David, Lee, Charles, Perry, Len Jr. Colby, Kylie and Stevie; numerous grandchildren; a few nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents, wife Mary Campbell, son Lee Campbell, and grandson Ace Mowry. Military honors and interment will take place at 1:00 p.m. Saturday, June 25, 2011 at the Rock Springs Municipal Cemetery. Friends may call 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Saturday, June 25, 2011 at Fox Funeral Home, 2800 Commercial Way, Rock Springs. --- Rock Springs Daily Rocket-Miner, Jun 26, 2011 JUAN “JOHN” B. BUSTOS A mass of Christian burial for Juan "John” B. Bustos was celebrated Monday, June 20, 2011, at the Immaculate Conception Catholic Church, Green River. The Rev. Tom Sheridan officiated. A parish rosary was recited Sunday June 19, 2011, at the church. Military graveside services and interment were in the Riverview Cemetery in Green River. Mr. Bustos, 83, of Green River, died Thursday, June 16, 2011, at his home after a sudden illness. He had been a Green River resident for the last five years and a former resident of Hanna. He was born Sept. 22, 1927, in Taos, N.M., the son of Alfonso Bustos and Modesta Duran. He was a veteran who served in the U.S. Army during the Korean War. He married Genovie Ulibarri on July 21, 1952, in Rawlins. He was a member of the Veterans of Foreign Wars. His interests included fishing and cooking. Survivors include his wife, Genovie Bustos of Green River; sons, Robert Bustos and wife Cathy of Hanna, Richard Bustos of Rock Springs and Archie Bustos and wife Patsy of Craig, Colo.; daughters, Linda Bustos of Rawlins, Pauline Rodriguez and husband Nick of Hanna, Patsy Garcia and husband Roberto of Rawlins and Rose Irene and husband Ellie of Spring Creek, Nev.; brother, Maggie Bustos of Santa Fe, Mexico; sister, Pablita Martinez of Taos; 20 grandchildren; 19 great-grandchildren; several cousins; and numerous nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents; son, John E. Bustos; daughter, Gloria Puckett; brothers, A.B. Bustos and Ernesto Bustos; sister, Evilia Duran, and great-granddaughter, Courtney Bustos. --- Rock Springs Daily Rocket-Miner, Jun 26, 2011 DOROTHY MAE DORAN Funeral services for Dorothy Mae Doran were conducted Thursday, June 16, 2011, at the United Pentecostal Church, Rock Springs. Interment was in the Rest Haven Memorial Gardens. Mrs. Doran, 85, of Rock Springs, died Saturday, June 11, 2011, at her home. A longtime Rock Springs resident and former resident of Raytown, Mo., she died following a lengthy illness. She was born Oct. 29, 1925, in Fairfax, S.D., the daughter of Nathan Hunt and Ethel Pike Hunt. She attended schools in South Dakota. She married Fredrick D. Doran on July 17, 1943, in Selah, Wash. He preceded her in death on Oct. 17, 1982. Mrs. Doran worked for the Sweetwater County Library System in the Reliance Public Library as a librarian for 19 years and retired in 1998. Her interests included fishing, camping, gardening and spending time with her children and grandchildren. She was a member of the United Pentecostal Church and served in many capacities for 50 years including teaching Sunday school, driving the Sunday school bus and being a song and worship leader. Survivors include two daughters, Cindy Camacho and husband Eliazar of Rock Springs and Dorothy F. Doran of Cheyenne; sister, Marilyn Utchman of Lee Summit, Mo.; 11 grandchildren, Darla, Fred, Lisa, Mary, Becky, Kim, Kenneth, Terry, Carrie, Dustin and Crystal; 19 great-grandchildren, and two great-great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents; husband; son, Bill Doran and wife Donna; and two brothers, Clyde Hunt and Dean Hunt. --- Green River Star, Jun 29, 2011 Robert Yori Robert Yori, 69, of Hudson, Colo., passed away June 22, 2011, at the Northern Colorado Acute Care Center. He had been a longtime Colorado resident and former resident of Rock Springs. He was born Sept. 27, 1941, in Rock Springs, the daughter of Edward Yori and Dosilina Marie Franck Yori. Yori attended schools in Rock Springs. He married Rosalind Yori. Yori was a United States Navy veteran. He is survived by his wife Rosalind Yori of Hudson, Colo.; one son Michael Yori; one daughter Michelle Yori; two brothers Edward Yori and wife Janet of Cheyenne, and David Yori and wife Kathy of Rock Springs. Funeral services were conducted today at the Vase Funeral Chapel, in Rock Springs. Military graveside services and interment was in Rock Springs Municipal Cemetery. --- Green River Star, Jun 29, 2011 Jack James Jack James, 87, of Rock Springs, died June 24, 2011, at Sage View Convalescent Center in Rock Springs after a lengthy illness. He was born June 5, 1927, in Rock Springs, the son of Hugh James and Ethel Eliza Armstrong James. He married Ethel Lou Pratt in 1955 in Cheyenne. She preceded him in death in 1972. He married Roxanne Broyles on July 31, 2001, in Reliance. He attended schools in Rock Springs. In his earlier years, he was a cowboy and ranch foreman. He worked as an outfitter and guide for Big Sandy Lodge, drove trucks for various companies including Yellowstone Wholesale and Coca Cola. He owned and operated Exxon and Mobile gas stations in Rock Springs. Later he worked for Heavin Construction and then as a janitor for the Eagles Lodge. He was a lifetime member of the Fraternal Order of Eagles No. 151 and served as PWP. His interests were camping, fishing, hunting, being involved with the Eagles Lodge and spending time with his friends and family. Survivors include his wife Roxanne of Rock Springs; sons Tom James and wife Jody of Rock Springs; Bill Green and wife Jean of Manor, Texas; daughter Roberta Vaughan and husband Bill of Rock Springs; son-in-law Jerry Uranker and companion Betty Tinsley of Rock Springs; 11 grandchildren; numerous great-grandchildren and great-great-grandchildren; numerous nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his wife Ethel, daughter Celia Uranker, grandsons Michael Uranker and Eric Fromm, sisters Thelma James and Genevieve Gilbert, and brother Thomas James. Funeral services were this morning be at Fox Funeral Home in Rock Springs. Interment with honors by the Fraternal Order of Eagles took place at the Rock Springs Municipal Cemetery. Condolences can be left for family by going to www.foxfh.com. --- Green River Star, Jun 29, 2011 Braulio “Ben” U. Garcia Braulio "Ben" U. Garcia, 84, of Rock Springs, died Saturday, June 25, 2011, at Memorial Hospital of Sweetwater County in Rock Springs. A longtime Rock Springs resident and former resident of Bitter Creek, he died following a sudden illness. He was born Dec. 2, 1926, in Arroyo Seco, N.M., the son of Augstin Garcia and Anna Sanchez. Mr. Garcia married Fabiola Cordova on July 19, 1950, in Green River. He worked as a foreman for the Union Pacific Railroad for 42 years until his retirement on Dec. 22, 1988. Mr. Garcia was a member of the Holy Spirit Catholic community. His interests included camping, fishing and spending time with his family. Survivors include his wife, Fabiola Garcia of Rock Springs; four sons, Samuel Garcia and wife Dee and George Garcia, all of Rock Springs, Glenn Garcia and wife Kathleen of Cheyenne and Kevin Garcia and wife Julie of San Diego; three daughters, Pat Sisneros, Molly Miller and husband Lonnie and Frances Black, all of Rock Springs; three brothers, Cipriano Garcia of Arroyo Seco and Ruben Garcia and Joe Garcia, both of Cheyenne; three sisters, Elsiria Martinez, Eulalia Lucero and Grace Chacon, all of Cheyenne; 14 grandchildren, Brandon Garcia and wife Misty Garcia, Rumaldo Sisneros, Maria Sisneros and Lori Miller, all of Rock Springs, Jessica Keith and husband Edward Keith Jr. of Vernal, Utah, Bert Miller, Megan Tozzi and husband Tim Tozzi Jr., and Mandy Garcia, all of Rock Springs, Cory Garcia and wife Caiti of West Jordan, Utah, Morgan Krotzer and husband Chris and Kansas Garcia, all of Rock Springs, Daniel Garcia and Ryan Garcia, both of Cheyenne, and Sara Garcia of San Diego; 17 great-grandchildren; aunt, Flora Medina of Laramie; and several cousins, nephews and nieces. He was preceded in death by his parents; and one brother, Augstin Garcia Jr. A Mass of Christian burial will be celebrated at 11 a.m. Thursday, June 30, 2011, at Our Lady of Sorrows Catholic Church, 116 Broadway, Rock Springs. A vigil service with rosary will be recited at 7 p.m. Wednesday, June 29, 2011, at the church. Interment will be in the Rock Springs Municipal Cemetery. Friends may call on from 5-7 p.m. Wednesday at the church and one hour prior to services Thursday at the church. --- Fox Funeral Home Michael “Mike” Holmes Michael “Mike” Clarence Holmes, 63, died Sunday, July 3, 2011, in Salt Lake City after a battle with cancer. He was born June 12, 1948, in Pocatello, Idaho, to Richard LeRoy and Pauline Seidel Holmes. He was the eldest of eight children. His dad worked construction, so his family moved around during his childhood. After high school, he joined the Army. During his tour in Vietnam, he drove a supply truck. After returning home, he worked as a fireman in Blackfoot, Idaho. He married Wanda Woodland on March 23, 1973, in Blackfoot. They moved to Rock Springs, where they raised three children. He worked as a boilermaker until he was hired as a welder at Black Butte Coal. He also worked as a welder at Simplot. He was a member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. His interests included hunting, fishing, family and friends. He is survived by his wife, Wanda; children, Ryan and wife Robin, Wayde and Alyssa; and five grandchildren, Brett, Phoebe, Riley, Regan and J.J. He was preceded in death by his parents, a sister, Patty, and three brothers, Steven, Brady and Matty. Funeral services will be conducted at noon Saturday, July 9, 2011, at the Rock Springs LDS Stake Center, 255 Edgar St., Rock Springs. There will be a viewing at 10 a.m. Saturday. A luncheon will follow the services. Interment will be in the Rest Haven Cemetery. --- Rock Springs Daily Rocket-Miner, Jul 3 and Jul 5, 2011 LAWRENCE BENJAMIN “BENNY” FOLKS SR. Funeral services for Lawrence Benjamin "Benny” Folks Sr., were conducted Thursday, June 23, 2011, at the Grace Baptist Church, 100 Willow, Rock Springs. Military graveside services and interment were at the Rest Haven Memorial Gardens, north of Rock Springs. Mr. Folks, 79, of Rock Springs, died Friday, June 17, 2011, at his home. A longtime Rock Springs resident and former resident of Andrews, Texas, he died suddenly. He was born Oct. 17, 1931, in Purcell, Okla., the son of James Walter Folks and Daisy Bell Martin. He attended schools in Sundown, Texas. He married Virginia Ann Ericson on Sept. 22, 1950, in Levelland, Texas. Mr. Folks served in the U.S. Army during the Korean War from 1951-53 as an artilleryman. He came to Rock Springs in January 1960 from Andrews, Texas, when he transferred with Texas National Petroleum. In 1963, he purchased the Salt Wells Ranch. In 1973, he started his own business, Salt Wells Ranch and Production Service. He also raised horses and sold beef cattle. He retired from Union Oil in 1985 after 35 years. He retired from his contracting business in 2002. Mr. Folks served as a deacon of the Grace Baptist Church in Rock Springs and was a member for 33 years. He was a previous member of the Rock Springs Roping Club, 4-H leader for the Rancheros Market Beef Club, a board member of the Red Cliff Bible Camp and served on the Soil Conservation Board. His interests included his business, ranch life and spending time with his family. Survivors include his wife, Virginia Folks of Rock Springs, two sons, Lawrence Benjamin Folks Jr. and wife Christine of the Salt Wells Ranch and Robin Lee Folks and wife Julie of Rock Springs; two daughters, Wanda Madrid and husband Jesse of the Salt Wells Ranch and Teresa York and husband Ted of Green River, sister, Dorothy Jolene Whiteside of Vernal, Utah; several nieces and nephews; 14 grandchildren, Pastor Shawn Madrid and wife Melissa of Pennsylvania, Matthew Madrid and wife Rebecca of South Carolina, Elizabeth King and husband Zach of Green River, Daniel York and wife Nicole of Pinedale, Westley York and wife Ashley, Jonathan York and wife Dana, and Charity York, all of Green River, Lawrence Benjamin Folks III and wife Candi of Rock Springs, Jessica Folks of Utah, Jared Folks of Texas, Aaron Folks of Oklahoma and Dayna Folks of the Salt Wells Ranch and Allison Folks and Corinne Folks of Rock Springs, and 15 great- grandchildren, Ezekiel Madrid, Shalissa Madrid, Symphony Madrid, Diego Madrid, Celina Madrid, Carlos Madrid, Kayda King, Micah King, Titus York, Violet York, Emma Rose York, Garret York, Kyra Folks, Joslynn Pavlik and Matthew Paylik. He was preceded in death by his parents, two brothers, Rex Folks and James Walter "Junior" Folks; and four sisters, Lilian Hernandez, Jessie Louise Maynard, Betty Jane Braye and Edwana Bert. --- Rock Springs Daily Rocket-Miner, Jul 3 and Jul 5, 2011 JOAN RUTHERFORD Funeral services for Joan Rutherford were conducted Saturday, June 25, 2011, at the LDS First and Third Ward, Green River. Interment was in the Riverview Cemetery. Mrs. Rutherford, 80, of Green River, died Tuesday, June 21, 2011, at the Castle Rock Convalescent Center in Green River. A Green River resident since 1969 and former resident of Carlsbad, N.M., and Sunnyside, Utah, she died following a brief illness. She was born Jan. 27, 1931 in Ogden, Utah, the daughter of Elmer and Dortha Dugmore Swenson. She attended schools in Sunnyside and graduated in 1949. She married Leo D. Rutherford on Feb. 11, 1956, in Las Vegas. Mrs. Rutherford worked for Mountain Bell as a telephone operator and Sweetwater County School District No. 2 as a lunch lady and janitor. Her interests included sewing baby blankets, crocheting, scrap booking, taking photographs and camping and fishing with her family. She was a member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Survivors include her husband, Leo Rutherford of Green River; Son, Rex and wife Gloria of Green River; daughter, Karen Pope and husband Gary of Green River; two sisters, Ranae Blackburn and husband Gary and Mary Toone, all of Grantsville, Utah; 11 grandchildren; 18 great-grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents; one daughter, Helen Brady; and one brother, David Swenson. --- Green River Star, Jul 6, 2011 Gary Leon Albat Gary Leon Albat, 73, passed away at his home. A lifelong resident of Rock Springs, Albat passed away suddenly. He was born Oct. 24, 1937, in Carterville, Ill., the son of the late Henry H. Albat and Nora Mae Ferrell. Albat married Karen Bartlett in Rock Springs on March 5, 1966, and she preceded him in death Nov. 15, 2000. He worked as a laborer for John Bunning Pipe Yard for many years until his retirement. Survivors include one brother Randy Albat and wife Jeanette of Rock Springs; one sister-in-law Betty Jo Carner and husband James of Lander; sister-in-law Cheryl Zimmerman of Green River; several nieces, nephews and cousins. He was preceded in death by his parents, wife and two brothers Villa and Larry Albat. Cremation will take place at the Vase White Mountain Crematory in Rock Springs. --- Green River Star, Jul 6, 2011 Herman A. Dewar Herman A. Dewar, 74 of Rock Springs passed away June 28, 2011, at Sage View Care Center. A resident of Rock Springs for the past 27 years and former resident of Indiana, Dewar died following a 9-month battle with cell cancer. He was born Aug. 3, 1936, in Nashville, Ind., the son of the late Albert Oscar Dewar and Julia Lucille Lucas Dewar, and he was the fourth child out of seven. He attended schools in Friendswood, Ind., and was a Friendswood High School graduate with the class of 1954. He married Jeanne Eileen MacLaren in Rock Springs on Oct. 16, 2005, but they had been life partners for 25 years. David Lee, chaplain for the American Legion, performed the ceremony for their wedding. Dewar enlisted in the United States Air Force in July of 1956 and was discharged in July of 1960. He was an AC&W operator and an air traffic controller. He was employed at the Fraternal Order of the Eagles as a maintenance man and had worked there for 18 years and retired in November of 2010. Dewar was a 20-year member of Fraternal Order of the Eagles Aerie No. 151, 12-year member of the American Legion Archie Hay Post No. 24 and life member of Disabled Veterans Chapter-WY2. His interests included fishing, hunting and gardening. He was an avid reader and enjoyed his backyard birds and spending time with his family and friends. Survivors include his wife Jeanne Dewar of Rock Springs; one son James Albert Dewar of Indiana; one daughter Cindy Marie Dewar of Indiana; three sisters Doris E. Sampson and husband Jim of Albany, Ky., Hazel Ellis of Plainfield, Ind., and Brenda F. Purvis of Coatesville, Ind.; two grandchildren; numerous aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces, nephews, grandnieces and grandnephews. He was preceded in death by his parents; three brothers Robert G. Dewar, Albert O. Dewar Jr. and David K. Dewar; his maternal grandparents Elza A. and Sarah E. Lucas; paternal grandparents Silas Grant and Becca Jane Dewar; one brother-in-law Willard Ellis. His body was donated to science at the University of Utah and cremation will follow. A celebration of his life is scheduled Saturday at 3 p.m. at the Fraternal Order of the Eagles, 211 “B” Street, Rock Springs. David Lee, chaplain for the American Legion, will conduct the services. --- Rock Springs Daily Rocket-Miner, Jul 10, 2011 MARY WALES DUNN Following cremation, memorial services for Mary Wales Dunn were conducted Friday, July 1, 2011, at the First Congregational Church, Rock Springs. Mrs. Dunn, 93, of Rock Springs, died Sunday, June 26, 2011, at the Sage View Care Center. A longtime Rock Springs resident, she died following a brief illness. She was born Dec. 11, 1917, in Glencoe, the daughter of John Edward and Martha Sneddon Wales, She attended schools in Superior. She married David J. Dunn on Oct. 11, 1935, in Rock Springs. He preceded her in death on Jan. 3, 1965. Mrs. Dunn worked for the BiRite Fountain as a manager for many years until she retired in 1977. Her interests included cooking, traveling, working crossword puzzles and spending time with her family and friends and grandchildren. She was a member of the First Congregational Church. Survivors include two daughters, Connie Jensen and husband Rennard of Rock Springs and Margaret Burn of Denver; two brothers, Harry Wales and wife Sandra of Rock Springs and Bob Wales and wife Katherine of Cheyenne; sister, Margaret Clouse and husband Bufford of Saint George, Utah; “special brother”, John Legerski and wife Lizof Rock Springs; friend, Sarah Pierantoni of Rock Springs; four grandchildren, Diana Burn and David Burn, both of Denver, and Julie Wilson and husband David and Jack Jensen and wife Suzanne, all of Rock Springs; four great-grandchildren, Brynn and Amber Wilson and Ashley and Johnny Jensen, all of Rock Springs; several nieces and nephews; and poodle, Angel. She was preceded in death by her parents; husband; son-in-law, Donald Burn; brothers, Sam, John, William, Richard and wife Dorothy and George Wales; and brothers and sisters-in-law, Edwin and wife Edythe Dunn and Ernest and wife Ann Dunn. --- Rock Springs Daily Rocket-Miner, Jul 17, 2011 JOHN J. “CURLY” TARUFELLI A mass of Christian burial for John J. "Curly" Tarufelli was celebrated Friday, July 8, 2011, at Our Lady of Sorrows Catholic Church, Rock Springs. A vigil service with rosary was recited Thursday, July 7, 2011, at the church. Cremation has taken place. Mr. Tarufelli, 83, of Rock Springs, died Sunday, July 3, 2011, at his home. A longtime Rock Springs resident and former resident of Colorado, he died following a brief illness. He was born Feb. 17, 1928, in Dawson, N.M. He attended schools in Walsenburg, Colo. and was a 1946 graduate of Walsenburg High School. He was a U.S. Army veteran from July 15, 1946 until December 1947. He was honorably discharged as a corporal. He married Josephine J. Kragovich on June 21, 1952, at Our Lady of Sorrows Catholic Church in Rock Springs. He worked at General Chemical for 26 years and retired as an underground operator on July 31, 1991. His interests included fishing, camping, dancing, cooking, traveling, spending time with his family, wine, beer and keeping a collection of jokes in a notebook. He was a member of Holy Spirit Catholic community, Fraternal Order of Eagles Aerie 151 and Veterans of Foreign Wars. Survivors include his wife, Josephine Tarufelli of Rock Springs; daughter, Cheryl Barber of Waconia, Minn., grandson, John Hemstock and wife Lori of Thornton, Colo.; twin grandchildren, Bella Hemstock and Brock Hemstock; four sisters, Marie Bertagnolli and husband Bruno of Rock Springs, Lea Krist and Gloria Burns and husband Paul, all of Aurora, Colo., and Margie Buchko and husband Tom of Sparks, Nev.; several cousins, nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents, and two brothers, Carlo Tarufelll and Louie Tomassi. --- Hudson Funeral Home, Jul 19, 2011 Lillian Eve Sturm Eve L. Sturm, long time resident of Lander, WY passed away on July 19, 2011 in Lander. Services were held 9:00 am, Friday, July 22, 2011 in the Chapel of Mount Hope, Hudson's Funeral Home, Lander, WY and burial followed in the Rest Haven Memorial Gardens in Rock Springs, WY. Eve was born in Ludlow, CO on January 19, 1936. Her family moved to Rock Springs, WY where she attended school and worked as a telephone operator. Ed and Eve were married in 1965, and moved to Lander where they raised four children. Eve was a published writer of poems, an adoring and loving wife, mother and grandmother. She enjoyed golf, cooking, sewing and most of all spending time with family and countless friends. Eve is survived by her loving husband, Ed Sturm; one son, Kelly Williams of Rock Springs, WY; two daughters, Jackie Butler of Laplace, LA and Shawna Lackey of Thermopolis, WY; nine grandchildren; and 17 great-grandchildren. Eve was preceded in death by Ray Williams; parents, Edward and Charlott Toner; two daughters, Tammy Williams, and Barbara Olson; brother, Teddy Toner; two sisters, Cheryle Toner, and Jane Jensen. Loved by many, missed by all. Memorial Donations may be mailed directly to: Amedisys Hospice, 230 North First St., Lander, WY 82520. --- Green River Star, Jul 20, 2011 Paul Eric Fleming Paul Eric Fleming, 51, of Wilcox, Ariz., died Thursday, June 30, 2011, at his home. He had been a longtime Wilcox resident and former longtime resident of Rock Springs. He was born Aug. 13, 1959, in Rock Springs, the son of Henry L. Fleming Sr. and Doris Ann Kilgore Fleming. He attended schools in Rock Springs and was a 1978 graduate of Rock Springs High School. He worked at General Chemical as a miner for many years and retired from there. Mr. Fleming was a member of the First Congregational Church. His interests included spending time with his family and friends and spending time outdoors. Survivors include his father, Henry L. Fleming Sr. of Rock Springs, Wyoming; brother, Henry L. "Hank" Fleming of Rock Springs; two sisters, Nannette Fleming and Elizabeth Grissom and husband Jerry, all of Rock Springs; five nephews, Thomas Fleming, Peter Fleming, Josh Corazza, Tyrel Grissom and John Henry Fleming; niece, Brittany Grissom; and several aunts, uncles and cousins. He was preceded in death by his mother, Doris Ann Fleming; and sister, Floelle Corazza. Cremation will take place. At his request, there will be no services. --- Rock Springs Daily Rocket-Miner, Jul 24, 2011 Lai Wan Liu Cheng Lai Wan Liu Cheng, 73, of Rock Springs died Friday, July 22, 2011, at the Utah Valley Specialty Hospital in Provo, Utah, after a lengthy illness. She was born March 12, 1938, in Canton, China, the daughter of Man Fong Liu and Hop Nei Choy Liu. She married Sau Ning Cheng in 1959 in Hong Kong. Her interests were sewing and raising her 12 children. Survivors include her husband, Sau Ning Cheng of Rock Springs; sons, Man Kai Cheng and Man Chun "Joe" Cheng, both of Rock Springs, Man Fu Cheng of Aurora, Colo., and Man Lam "Kale" Cheng of Fort Collins, Colo.; daughters, Yuk Chun "Gina" Duke of Pahrump, Nevada, Yuk Lon Edward of Nampa, Idaho, Yuk Wah Cheng of Fort Collins, Yuk Cheung Cheng of Ault, Colo., Yuk Mei Tucker of Rock Springs, Julie Pfeiffer of Boston, Ky., Gayle Gresham of St. Marys, Kan., and Sanley Cheng of Fort Collins; brothers, David Lew of Rock Springs and Sam Lew of San Diego; sisters, Lai Quan, Wendy Wong, and Cindy Hom, all of San Diego; 26 grandchildren; seven great-grandchildren; and numerous nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents, Man Fong and Hop Nei Liu. Funeral services will be conducted at 11 a.m. Thursday, July 28, 2011, at Fox Funeral Home, 2800 Commercial Way, Rock Springs. Friends may call 6-8 p.m. Wednesday, July 27, 2011, at the funeral home. Interment will take place in the Chinese section of the Rock Springs Municipal Cemetery. Condolences may be left at www.foxfh.com. --- Rock Springs Daily Rocket-Miner, Jul 24, 2011 MARIE CATHERINE HANKS Graveside services and inurnment for Marie Catherine Hanks were conducted Friday, July 15, 2011, at the Rest Haven Memorial Gardens Cemetery, north of Rock Springs. Mrs. Hanks, 92, died Tuesday, May 17, 2011. She was born Oct. 1, 1918, in Fort Collins, Colo., to Jacob and Elsio Heaberlin. She was the fifth child of 10 and the first girl. Her family worked odd jobs on forms In Colorado and Wyoming. She married William E. Hanks on Nov. 3, 1937. They settled in Jackson Hole, where her husband worked as a ranch hand and she cooked for ranch hands. Elmer Hanks was born Sept. 22, 1942. Jeanette followed Sept. 27, 1944. In 1949, her husband went to work for Mountain Fuel, so the family left the ranch and moved to Rock Springs. Mrs. Hanks went to work for Likes & Stevens Accounting as a bookkeeper and trained on the first IBM computer in the state. In 1968, they began building their summer cabin in the Green River Valley. During the summers, the family volunteered at the Boy Scout camp on New Fork Lake. After she retired in 1975 and her husband retired in 1978, they moved to the cabin. In 1989, they became snowbirds and spent winters in St. George, Utah. Her husband preceded her in death in 1996 at their St. George home with Mrs. Hanks by his side. She went to Denver to help take care of her daughter-in-law, who was sick. She moved to Shoreline, Wash., to live next to Jeanette in June 2000. She lived by herself until a year ago. The family moved her to the Auburn Adult Family Home in October 2010. Her interests included painting, crafts, playing the organ and cooking, She is survived by her son, Elmer and wife Barbara; daughter, Jeanette and husband Charles; five granddaughters, Sheilia, Shantel, Kelly, Renee and Michelle; and 13 great-grandchildren. --- Green River Star, Jul 27, 2011 Mary Elizabeth “Liz” Legerski Mary Elizabeth "Liz" Legerski, 79, of Rock Springs, died Saturday, July 23, 2011, at the Memorial Hospital of Sweetwater County shortly after being admitted. A longtime Rock Springs resident and former resident of Superior and Paris, Ark., she had been in ill health for 11 years. She was born April 9, 1932, in Paris, Ark., the daughter of Leon Thomas McGee Sr. and Cecelia Marie Neihouse. She attended school in Paris, Ark., and Superior and was a graduate of Superior High School with the class of 1950. She married John George Legerski Sr. on Jan. 13, 1951, in Superior. Mrs. Legerski worked as a teacher's aide in Sweetwater County School District No. 1 for many years and retired Nov. 27, 1989. She was a member of Holy Spirit Catholic community Her interests included spending time with her family and friends. Survivors include her husband, John G. Legerski Sr. of Rock Springs; three sons, Frank Legerski and wife Gail and John G. Legerski Jr. and wife Debi, all of Green River, and David Legerski of Rock Springs; daughter, Mary Peterson and husband Ken of Green River; brother, Leon McGee Jr. and wife Arlene of Citrus Heights, Calif.; two sisters, Dolores Clouse and husband Norman of Rock Springs and Stella Noble Wyckoff and husband JB of Sun City West, Ariz.; sisters-in-law, Bonnie Legerski, Rosina Legerski and Annie Walker, all of Rock Springs, Poldi McGee of Richmond, Calif., and Lorraine Legerski; nine grandchildren, Derek Peterson of Portland, Ore., Jennifer Park and husband Chris of Idaho Falls, Idaho, Victoria Legerski and Erica Legerski, both of Kearns, Utah, Christopher Legerski of Fort Collins, Colo., Philip Legerski and Megan Legerski, both of Green River, and Kellie Legerski and Elizabeth "Lizzy" Legerski, both of Rock Springs; four great-grandchildren, Jory Park, Chloe Park and Isaac Park, all of Idaho Falls, and Kassidee McQuillan of Rock Springs; great-great-grandson, Eli Park of Idaho Falls; and several cousins, nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents; son, Phillip Legerski; sister, Catherine Marie McGee; and one brother, Robert McGee. Cremation and private family graveside services will take place. --- Rock Springs Daily Rocket-Miner, Jul 31, 2011 GARY W. HAWKS GRAND JUNCTION, Colo.--A private graveside service with military honors for Gary W. Hawks was conducted on July 26, 2011. Mr. Hawks, 86, of Rock Springs died July 10, 2011, in Grand Junction, Colo., following a sudden illness. He was born Dec. 7, 1924, in Rock Springs, the son of Andrew C. Hawks and Luella Conger. He attended school in Rock Springs, He served in the U.S. Army during World War II from March 13, 1943 to Jan, 24, 1946. He married Alice H. Harns in Rock Springs on Oct. 3, 1946. She preceded him in death on April 14, 2006. He was employed at FMC Corp. as a heavy equipment operator for 31 years before retiring on June 7, 1985. Survivors include two sons, Craig D, Hawks and Mark Hawks, both of Grand Junction; one daughter, Ann Lorraine McKee and husband William of Abbeville, La.; one brother, Carl A, Hawks and wife Sharon of Rock Springs; one sister, Deniece Johnston and husband Jim of Ogden, Utah; three cousins who were raised as family; several nieces and nephews; 12 grandchildren; and 12 great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his father, Andrew C. Hawks; mother, Luella Conger; four sisters; and three brothers. --- Rock Springs Daily Rocket-Miner, Jul 31, 2011 LOUISE KORITNIK KURE THORNTON, Colo.--A mass of Christian burial for Louise Koritnik Kure was celebrated Saturday, July 23, 2011, at the SS. Cyril and Methodius Catholic Church in Rock Springs. Inurnment was in the St. Joseph Cemetery. A rosary was prayed Friday, July 22, 2011 in the church. Cremation has taken place. Mrs. Kure, 87, died Sunday, July 3, 2011, at the Villas at Sunny Acres in Thornton, Colo. She was a former Rock Springs resident. She was born in Rock Springs to Anton and Teresa (Hitztaler) Koritnik, She attended Rock Springs public schools and was an honor graduate of Rock Springs High School. After graduation, she worked for the Carbon County Welfare Department in Rawlins and Sweetwater County Welfare Department in Rock Springs. She married John W. Kure Jr. on Nov. 8, 1947, in Rock Springs at SS. Cyril and Methodius Catholic Church. The Rt. Rev. Albin Gnidovec conducted the ceremony. After marriage she was a homemaker and active in SS. Cyril and Methodius Church and school. She was a Cub Scout den mother for several years. She was active in the Rock Springs Young at Heart Recreational Center, She and her husband moved to Thornton in March 2006 to be near their sons and their families. Her interests included bowling, golfing, fishing, camping, traveling, crossword puzzles and needle crafts. She is survived by three sons, John W. Kure and wife Cheryl Solich of Wheat Ridge, Colo., William L. Kure and wife Cecilia of Peoria, Ariz., and Kenneth L. Kure and wife Diana of Mead, Colo.; three grandchildren, Daniel W. Kure and wife Tania of Los Angeles and Jennie C. Kure and David W. Kure of Mead; and numerous nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her husband; parents; and siblings, John Koritnik, Martin Koritnik, Louis Koritnik, Isidor Koritnik, Cyril Koritnik, Albin Koritnik, Valentine Koritnik, Peter Koritnik, Mary McKinney and Christine Lebar. --- Green River Star, Aug 3, 2011 John Zembo John Zembo, 91, of Rock Springs, passed away Aug. 1, 2011, at Sage View Care Center where he had been a resident since February of 2007. He was the son of Paul and Kathryn Benko Zembo and was born May 23, 1920, at his family’s ranch in Big Sandy. Zembo was a United States Army veteran of World War II. He was a self-employed rancher for his entire life and retired in February 2007. Zembo was a member of Holy Spirit Catholic Community and Green River Cattle Association. Survivors include three sisters Kathryn Kozola, Elsie Wilde and Margaret Gillespie, all of Rock Springs; two aunts; three nephews and two nieces. He was preceded in death by his parents; two brothers; one sister; twin brothers at birth. Funeral services will be conducted at 1 p.m. Thursday at the Vase Funeral Chapel, 154 Elk Street, Rock Springs. Military graveside services and interment will be in Rock Springs Municipal Cemetery. Friends may call at the Vase Chapel today from 5-7 p.m. and on Thursday at the chapel until time of services. --- Rock Springs Daily Rocket-Miner, Aug 7, 2011 MONICA L. ERBAUGH Funeral services for Monica L. Erbaugh were conducted Thursday, July 28, 2011, at the Free Evangelical Church, Rock Springs. The Rev. James Baker officiated. Ms, Erbaugh, 56, of Rock Springs, died Wednesday, July 20, 2011. She was born Nov. 30, 1954, in Sheridan, the daughter of Ada E. Peterson and Lawrence R. Erbaugh. She graduated high school. She worked as a counselor for battered women at the YWCA Support and Safe House in Rock Springs and received an award for outstanding service from Protection and Advocacy Systems Inc. for her work. She was a member of the shelter's board of trustees and Mental Health Advocacy Council from 1986 to 2000. Her interests included crocheting, crafting and spending time with her grandchildren. Survivors include one brother, Chris Swensen of Mount Pleasant, Utah; sister, Margaret Miller of Sheridan; grandson, Remmington Erbaugh Carly of Rock Springs; two granddaughters, Heaven Erbaugh Williams and Randie Erbaugh Williams, both of Rock Springs, and numerous nieces, nephews and friends. She was preceded in death by her parents, Ada E. Peterson and Lawrence Erbaugh; and one daughter, Jennifer Erbaugh. --- Green River Star, Aug 10, 2011 Harry Thomas Harry Thomas, 82, of Rock Springs, died Thursday, Aug. 4, 2011, while camping at the Thomas Mine in Savery. He was born Jan. 19, 1929, in Superior, the son of Nick Thomas and Evanthia Prevalanakis Thomas. He attended school in Rock Springs, He married Eftehia "Hope" Glava on Oct. 16, 1959, in Greece. Mr. Thomas and his brother Mike ran the Thomas Coal Mine in Savery until 1960, when they moved to Rock Springs. He worked at FMC as a Hoistman until his retirement in 1985. He was a member of Holy Trinity Greek Orthodox Church. His interests included camping, hunting, fishing and spending time with his family. Survivors include his wife of 61 years, Hope Thomas of Rock Springs; two daughters, Christine Faigl and husband David and Eva Peroulis and husband Tony of Craig, Colo.; two sons, Nick Thomas and Mitch Thomas and wife Pattie, all of Rock Springs; sister, Jennie Millet of Henderson, Nev.; seven grandchildren, Gina Faigl, Thomas Faigl, Harry Ryan Thomas, Hopie Roby and Lulu Thomas, all of Rock Springs, and Katelyn Peroulis and John T. Peroulis of Craig; five great-grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents; two sisters, Kay Thomas and Holly Lowey; two brothers, Mike Thomas and George Thomas; and several nephews. Funeral services will be conducted at 11 a.m. Wednesday, Aug. 10, 2011, at the Holy Trinity Greek Orthodox Church, 405 N St., Rock Springs. A trisagio will be recited at 7 p.m. Tuesday, Aug. 9, 2011 at the Vase Funeral Chapel, 154 Elk St., Rock Springs. Friends may call from 5-7 p.m. Tuesday at the chapel and on until time of services Wednesday at the chapel. --- Rock Springs Daily Rocket-Miner, Aug 14, 2011 LOIS MULLINS Memorial services for Lois Mullins were conducted Thursday, Aug. 4, 2011 at the Vase Flaming Gorge Chapel, Green River. Honorary pallbearers included Troy Sanchez, Bart Sanchez, Kreston Sanchez, Shane Sanchez, Joe Sanchez, Gus Mandros, John Mandros, Shea Sanchez, Dylan Sanchez, Eddie Sanchez, Ca den Sanchez and Noah Sanchez. Cremation has taken place. Mrs. Mullins, 81, of Green River, died Monday, Aug. 1, 2011, at her home. She was born June 9, 1930, in Sage, the daughter of Paul Arthur Waters and Edith Ellen McFarland. She attended school in Green River. She married Fred Sanchez, They divorced. She married Willie Mullins. He preceded her in death. Mrs. Mullins worked as a cook and housekeeper for many years. She also worked at Little America and several local restaurants. Her interests included spending time with her family, especially her grandchildren; taking rides and camping when she was young. Survivors include two sons, Nick Sanchez and Pat Sanchez and wife Terri, all of Green River; two brothers, John Mandros and wife Bert and Gus D. Mandros and wife Norma, all of Green River; two sisters, Della Mosley of Ogden, Utah, and Stella Cook of Casper; 10 grandchildren; 12 great-grandchildren, and several nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her husbands, Willie Mullins and Fred Sanchez; two sons, Eddie Sanchez and Henry Sanchez; two daughters in infancy; great-granddaughter, Sasha Sanchez; brother, Lloyd Waters; sister, Betty Anderson; and daughter-in-law, Pam Sanchez, --- Rock Springs Daily Rocket-Miner, Aug 14, 2011 LEONARDO EUGENE MAGANA Memorial services for Leonardo Eugene Magana were conducted Friday, Aug. 5, 2011, at Fox Funeral Home, Rock Springs. Cremation has taken place. Magana, infant son of Christopher Magana and Kayla McCarty, was stillborn Tuesday, July 26, 2011, at Memorial Hospital of Sweetwater County in Rock Springs. He is survived by his parents of Rock Springs; grandparents, Terra Halstead, Stephen McCarty and Rafael and Charolette Magana, all of Rock Springs; great-grandfather, Donald Eugene Morris of Greeley, Colo.; aunts, Nikiya McCarty, Trista McCarty and Erika Magana, all of Rock Springs; uncles, Rafael Magana Jr. and Joseph Magana, both of Rock Springs; and great-uncle, Leonard Pacheco. --- Rock Springs Daily Rocket Miner, Aug 16, 2011 Roberta J. Sloat Roberta J. Sloat, 74, of Rock Springs, died Tuesday, Aug. 16, 2011, at the Sage View Care Center. A longtime Rock Springs resident, she died following a lengthy illness. She was born April 19, 1937, the daughter of Robert Ray Bell and Eleanor Lovette Bell. She attended school in Farson and was a 1955 graduate of Farson High School. She married Hobert Van Sloat on Dec. 7, 1954, in Green River. He preceded her in death on June 29, 1994. Mrs. Sloat was a member of the Young at Heart Recreational Center and she sang with its band. Her interests included spending time with her family and her pets. Survivors include four sons, William Sloat and John D. Sloat, both of Rock Springs, James Sloat of Billings, Mont., and Maximillian Sloat and wife Jillian of Fairbanks, Alaska; two daughters, Dianna Foster and husband Randy of Rock Springs and Donna K. Hemstock and husband Kevin of Millington, Md.; 12 grandchildren; eight great-grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents; husband; brother, Alan Bell; and two sons, Robert Sloat and Joe Earl Sloat. Cremation and private family graveside services will take place. --- Rock Springs Daily Rocket-Miner, Aug 21, 2011 STEPHEN J. HARRISON MONTROSE, Colo.--A memorial service for Stephen J. Harrison was conducted Friday, Aug. 12, 2011, at the Crippin Funeral Home and Crematory in Montrose, Colo. Funeral services were conducted Saturday, Aug. 13, 2011, at the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Inurnment was at the Riverview Cemetery in Green River. Cremation has taken place. Mr. Harrison, 38, died Saturday, Aug. 6, 2011, from injuries sustained in an automobile accident. He was born Oct. 22, 1972, in Provo, Utah, to William J. and Donna Harrison. He spent his childhood and received his education in Green River. He lived in Lyman before moving to Montrose, Colo., where he lived until his time of death. He worked as a mechanic in the oil field prior to moving to the Montrose area. His interests included the outdoors, mountains, hunting and camping. He is survived by his parents, William and Donna Harrison of Montrose; son, Jordan James Harrison of South Carolina; aunts and uncles, Delilah McDonald, Mary Padilla, Sandra Harrison, Steve Harrison, Johnny Harrison and Lorenzo Padilla, all of Montrose, Dee Morgan of Texas, Robin Shiffer Miller and Brenda Clark, both of Wyoming, and Shirley Lacy and Bobby McClure, both of Missouri; nieces, Brittany Jean Ault, Stieve Marie Plemmor and Christia Hollister; cousins, Shawn and Scott Harrison, Monica, Lisa Miller, Nicole Havens, Matthew Padilla, Leroy and Michael Harrison, Alan Simonson and Melissa Cook. He was preceded in death by his grandparents, Forest and Leota Holliday and William and Juliann Harrison; and one brother, Christopher William Harrison. --- Green River Star, Aug 22, 2011 Alex Junior Maser Alex Junior Maser, 82, of Rock Springs passed away Aug. 12, 2011, at Intermountain Health Care Hospital in Murray, Utah, following a lengthy illness. He had been a longtime resident of Rock Springs and Green River. He was born Feb. 21, 1929 in Cheyenne, the son of the late Alexander and Lydia Hehr Maser. Maser attended schools in Laramie and was a 1947 graduate of Laramie High School. He married the former Anna Meister in Laramie on Aug. 6, 1949. Maser was employed at Questar for 22 years and retired in 1986 as a drilling superintendent. His interests were spending time with his family, grandchildren and great-grandchildren; boating, boating maintenance, fishing, hunting, gardening, sports and his work in the oil and gas industry. He was a member of Holy Spirit Catholic Community. Survivors include his wife Anna Maser of Rock Springs; his children James ‘Jim’ Maser and wife Melissa of Rock Springs, Michael ‘Mike’ Maser and wife Debi of Green River, Robert ‘Bob’ Maser and wife JoAnn of Rock Springs, Karen Simpson and husband Michael of Rock Springs, Susan ‘Susi’ Kendall and husband Dean of Green River, Sandra ‘Sandy’ Hickerson and husband Steve of Rock Springs, Cheryl ‘Cheri’ Kershisnik and husband Fred of Killdeer, N.D., Doyle Maser of Green River, Michelle ‘Shelly’ Hartley Kopish of Marinette, Wis., Kelly Maser and wife Tami of Bear River, Leslie Solano of Green River and Joy Smith and husband Jay of Kemmerer; 46 grandchildren; 45 great-grandchildren one sister Alvina Holmes of Roy, Utah; several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents; one daughter Kayleen Theresa Maser; one grandson Spencer Dean Kendall; one granddaughter Courtney Fortenberry; father and mother-in-law Peter and Mary Nealon Meister; two brothers Edward Maser and wife Mary and Carl Maser and wife Ruth; two sisters Esther Crawford and husband Charles and Betty Colburn. A Mass of Christian burial will be celebrated at 11 a.m. Friday at Saints Cyril and Methodius Catholic Church, 633 Bridger Avenue, Rock Springs. A vigil service with rosary will be recited at 6 p.m. Thursday at the church. Friends may call at the church on Thursday from 4-6 p.m. and on Friday morning at the church until time of funeral services. Cremation will follow. The family of Alex Junior Maser respectfully suggests that donations in his memory be made to the Rock Springs Dialysis Unit, c/o Memorial Hospital of Sweetwater County, P.O. Box 1359, Rock Springs, WY 82902. --- Green River Star, Aug 22, 2011 Elizabeth L. "Lib" Wendt Woodward Elizabeth L. "Lib" Wendt Woodward, 100, of Lander passed away Aug. 11, 2011, in Lander. A longtime resident of Lander and former longtime resident of Rock Springs, Woodward passed away in peace. She was born on Oct. 27, 1910, in Superior, the daughter of the late William C. Megeath and Alma Ramsay Megeath. Woodward attended schools in Mountain View and was a 1928 graduate of the Mountain View High School. She obtained her nursing degree from Wyoming General Hospital. She married John E. Wendt in Idaho Falls, Idaho, in August of 1934, and he preceded her in death in August of 1961. She married Merle Woodward in July of 1968 in Lander, and he also preceded her in death in December of 1991. Woodward was employed as a registered nurse and x-ray technician for more than 47 years until she retired in 1978. She was a member of the First Congregational Church, Stitch and Sew, and former member of BPO Does and District Nurses of Rock Springs. Survivors include one son Pat Wendt and wife Karen of Lander; one daughter Sally McJunkin and husband Jacob of Lander; one sister Alma Marie Potochnik of Pinedale; five grandchildren John McJunkin and wife Christa, Pat McJunkin and wife Kim, Susan Anable and husband Michael, Adam Wendt and wife Elise, and Jeff Wendt and wife Kate; 10 great-grandchildren, and several nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents; both husbands; four brothers Sam Megeath, James Megeath, William Megeath, Alfred Megeath and two sisters Virginia Davis and Abby Gail Hamilton. Following cremation at Vase White Mountain Crematory a memorial service will be conducted at 11 a.m. Aug. 27, at the First Congregation Church, 1275 Adams Street in Rock Springs. Rev. Steve Mitchell will conduct the services. Friends may call at the church on hour prior to services. The family of Elizabeth L. Woodward respectfully request that donations be made in her memory to the Elizabeth L. Woodward Memorial Fund, c/o Rock Springs National Bank, P.O. Box 880, Rock Springs, WY 82901. --- Green River Star, Aug 22, 2011 JOHN ZUMBRENNEN John A. Zumbrennen, 72, of Green River, died Saturday, Aug. 13, 2011, at Memorial Hospital of Sweetwater County. He had been in ill health for the past two months. He was born April 21, 1939, in Rock Springs, the son of William and Margaret Zumbrennen. He attended schools in Rock Springs and was a Rock Springs High School graduate with the class of 1958. He married Joan Lillian Williams on Nov. 4, 1960, in Evanston. Mr. Zumbrennen was the owner and operator of Broadway Chevron for four years. He built, owned and operated Superior Tire in Rock Springs. He also had Zumbrennen Tire in Pinedale for four years. In 1987, he opened Zumbrennen Tire in Green River. He retired in 2003. He was a member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints; thirty one year member of B.P.O. Elks Lodge #624 and past President of Chamber of Commerce in Rock Springs, Wyoming. His interests included street rods, golfing, hunting and spending time with his family. Survivors include his wife of 50 years, Joan Zumbrennen of Green River; daughter, Cindy Zumbrennen of Green River; son, Bill Zumbrennen and wife Dawn of Elkhorn, Neb.; four grandsons, J.T. and Lyndon Schmidt of Rock Springs and J.J. and Connor Zumbrennen of Elkhorn; sister, Pat Stinchcomb and husband Harold of Perkins, Okla.; two brothers, Jay Zumbrennen of Rock Springs and Terry Zumbrennen of Pinedale; brothers- and sisters-in-law, David E. and Myrna Williams, Lynn Zumbrennen, Frances Williams and Bea Vidacovich; and several aunts, cousins, nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents; and one brother, David Zumbrennen. Funeral services will be conducted at 10 a.m. Thursday, Aug. 18, 2011, at the LDS Stake Center, 2055 Edgar St., Rock Springs. Interment will be in the Rock Springs Municipal Cemetery. Friends may call from 6-8 p.m. Wednesday, Aug. 17, 2011, at the Vase Funeral Chapel, 154 Elk St., Rock Springs, and one hour prior to services Thursday at the LDS Stake Center. --- Rock Springs Daily Rocket-Miner, Sep 4, 2011 DEVYLA GRACE RASMUSSON Funeral services for DeVyla “Dee” Grace Rasmusson were conducted Friday, Aug. 26, 2011, at the Vase Funeral Chapel, Rock Springs. Interment was in the Rest Haven Memorial Gardens. Mrs. Rasmusson, 78, of Rock Springs, died Monday, Aug. 22, 2011, at her home following a battle with liver, colon and lung cancer. She was born Feb. 14, 1933, in Pierce, Neb., the daughter of Chris and Linda Buckendahl. She spent her younger years in Pierce. Her mother died when she was 12. She married Derrel Rasmusson on March 18, 1950, in Pierce. She followed her husband's work all over Colorado, Nebraska, Montana, Utah and Wyoming. She was the head cook in the Vae View Elementary School in Layton, Utah. She rose to be the head of the Escrow Department at Security State Bank after starting as a teller in Polson, Mont. She was a lifetime member of the Order of the Eastern Star. Her interests included being a hunter, fishing, the outdoors, spending time with family, shopping, traveling and summer vacations and holidays when children and grandchildren visited. Survivors include her husband of 61 years, Derrel Rasmusson; two brothers, Elray Buckendahl and wife Iomogene of Overland Park, Kan., and Wilbur Buckendahl and wife Barbara of Albion, Neb.; five children, Rod Rasmusson and wife Betty of Rock Springs, Mike Rasmusson and Kathy Prada of Soda Springs, Idaho, Gaylan Rasmusson of Rock Springs, Debbie Brown and husband Cecil of Ogden, Utah, and Kevin Rasmusson and wife Rachelle of Pine Grove, Calif.: 12 grandchildren; 13 great-grandchildren, and one great-great-grandson. She was preceded in death by her parents; brother, Philbon; three grandsons; one granddaughter; two great-granddaughters; and her aunt, Alice. --- Rock Springs Daily Rocket-Miner, Sep 4, 2011 ARNELL SMITH NEW PORT RICHEY, Fla.--Funeral graveside services for Arnell Smith were conducted Thursday, Aug. 25, 2011, at the Rest Haven Memorial Gardens. Gene Emerson conducted the services. Cremation has taken place. Mrs. Smith, 42, of New Port Richey, Fla., died Sunday, Aug. 7, 2011, at her home. She had been a longtime New Port Richey resident and former longtime resident of Rock Springs. She was born Jan. 19, 1969, in Rock Springs, the daughter of Rebecca DeWester. She attended schools in Rock Springs. She married William "Tom" Smith. Her interests included her pet bird and going to her church with her son. Survivors include her mother, Rebecca DeWester of Rock Springs; son, Russle Smith of New Port Richey; stepson, William "Tom" Smith III of New Port Richey; two brothers, Stanley Hallett of New Port Richey and Rickie Cordova of Rock Springs; and several aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by three children, Johnny, Arshirely and Jessie; grandparents, Angelo and Florence Vase; and mother-in-law, Mary Smith. --- Rock Springs Daily Rocket-Miner, Sep 4, 2011 ELSIE WILDE Funeral services for Elsie Wilde were conducted Wednesday, Aug. 24, 2011, at the Vase Funeral Chapel, Rock Springs. A vigil service with rosary was recited Tuesday, Aug. 23, 2011, at the Vase Chapel. Interment was in the Rest Haven Memorial Gardens north of Rock Springs. Mrs. Wilde, 89, of Rock Springs, died Saturday, Aug. 20, 2011, at Memorial Hospital of Sweetwater County following a brief illness. She was born Dec. 25, 1921, in Big Sandy, to Paul and Kathryn Benko Zembo on her parents' ranch. She attended schools in Big Sandy. She married Thomas E. Wilde on Oct, 26, 1947, in Rock Springs. He preceded her in death on Oct. 15, 1995. Mrs. Wilde worked as a clerk at Union Mercantile and Safeway for many years. Her interests included going to garage sales, visiting friends and spending time at the family ranch. She was a member of Holy Spirit Catholic Community and American Fraternal Union. Her survivors include two sisters, Kathryn Kozola and Margaret Gillespie, both of Rock Springs; three nephews, Charles Gillespie and wife Carol of Rock Springs and Ken Kozola and wife Pam and Leo Kozola and wife Mary, all of Casper; and two nieces, Pat Thomas of Rock Springs and Jonnie Lee of Colorado. She was preceded in death by her parents, husband; five brothers, George; Paul, John and twin brothers at birth; and one sister, Anna Radosevich. --- Rock Springs Daily Rocket-Miner, Sep 4, 2011 DONALD LEE WISE A memorial mass of Christian burial for Donald Lee Wise was celebrated Friday, Sept. 2, 2011, at the Immaculate Conception Catholic Church, 900 Hitching Post Drive, Green River. Mr. Wise, 80, of Green River, died Wednesday, Aug. 24, 2011, at Memorial Hospital of Sweetwater County. A longtime Green River resident, he died following a lengthy illness. He was born March 4, 1931, in Rio Blanco County in Meeker, Colo., the son of Harvey and Ethel Milner Wise. He attended schools in Meeker and was a 1950 graduate of Meeker High School. He married Elisabeth Kuhn on March 21, 1959, in Germany. Mr. Wise served with distinction in the United States Air Force for 20 years. While in the service, he received several medals including the Meritorious Service Medal, Bronze Star Medal and Air Force Commendation Medal with two oak leaf clusters. He served in the United States, Europe and Asia and retired in 1977 as a senior master sergeant. He worked many places following his retirement including Adam's Sales, Western Wyoming Community College and Memorial Hospital of Sweetwater County. Mr. Wise was a member of the Immaculate Conception Catholic Church, Golden Hour Senior Citizen's Center and Veterans of Foreign Wars. His interests included spending time with his wife, son and daughter-in-law, playing cribbage, reading, walking his cocker spaniel dogs, being a sports fan and playing pool at the Golden Hour Senior Citizen's Center. Survivors include his wife, Elisabeth Wise of Green River; son, Helmut Wise and wife Carla of Rock Springs; brother, Thomas Wise and wife Lois of Clifton, Colo., and several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents and five sisters. --- Fox Funeral Home, Sep 6, 2011 Izat Mamoun Aburassa Izat Mamoun Aburassa, infant son of John Aburassa and Angel Duncan was stillborn Monday, September 5, 2011 at Memorial Hospital of Sweetwater County, Rock Springs. He is survived by his parents of Rock Springs; brother Camen Duncan of Rock Springs; sister Chas Aburassa of Rock Springs. Private family graveside service and interment will be held at the Rock Springs Municipal Cemetery. --- Green River Star, Sep 7, 2011 Mario Temperini Mario Temperini, 86, of Rock Springs passed away Sept. 4, 2011, at his home following a lengthy illness. Temperini was a lifelong resident of Superior and Rock Springs. He was born Nov. 12, 1924, in Superior, the son of the late Gaetano Temperini and Elisa Santi. Temperini attended school in Superior and graduated from Superior High School with the class of 1942. He also attended Henager Business College in Salt Lake City. He married Francis Leap on Nov. 19, 1955, in Rock Springs, and she preceded him in death Dec. 26, 2004. Temperini served in the United States Army during World War II. He worked for Pacific Power and Light as office manager for 38 years and Ben’s Foodliner for 26 years until his retirement in 2009 and was a part owner of the Boutique at the Outlaw Inn for many years. He was a member of the Holy Spirit Catholic Community, the Elks B P O Lodge No. 624, Eagles Fraternal Order No. 151, Lions Club and was past president of the Chamber of Commerce. His interests included playing the accordion in his own band for 40 years and spending time with his family and friends. Survivors include one sister, Rose Temperini Zupence of Rock Springs, one cousin Mario Santi of Ravenna, Italy, and one step-grandson Dean Willis of Rock Springs. He was preceded in death by his parents, wife Francis and brother-in-law Tony Zupence; one step-grandson Dan Willis and many relatives in Italy. A Mass of Christian burial will be celebrated at 10 a.m. Sept. 10, 2011, at the Our Lady of Sorrows Catholic Church, 116 Broadway, Rock Springs. A vigil service with rosary will be recited at 6 p.m. Friday at the church. Military graveside services and interment will be in the Rock Springs Municipal Cemetery. Friends may call on Friday at the church from 4 p.m. until time of rosary and on Saturday morning until service time. The family of Mario Temperini respectfully suggests that donations in his memory be made to the charity of the donor’s choice. --- Rock Springs Daily Rocket-Miner, Sep 18, 2011 TIFFANIE ELYCE MALLEA Funeral services for Tiffanie Elyce Mallea were conducted Saturday, Sept. 10, 2011, at the Rock Springs LDS Stake Center. Interment was in the Rest Haven Memorial Gardens north of Rock Springs. Miss Mallea, 15, died Tuesday, Sept. 6, 2011, at her home from an accidental death. She was born July 20, 1996, in Rock Springs, the daughter of Robert Chad Mallea and Karen Lynn Probart Carlson, She attended schools in Rock Springs and was starting the 10th grade at Rock Springs High School. She was a member of the Honor Choir in the fifth and sixth grade, Renaissance and Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Her interests included school; swimming; eating lemons with salt; crocheting; animals and pets, including pandas, cats and koalas, doing makeup and hair; listening to music; singing, dancing; watching movies; cooking; taking and looking at pictures; spending time with friends and family; and helping people. Survivors include her parents, Karen and Ken Carlson of Rock Springs and Robert Mallea and companion Terri of Sheridan; brothers, Matthew Carlson of Rock Springs and Zachery Carlson of Colorado Springs, Colo.; sisters, Kristy and April Trujillo, both of Rock Springs, Annie Jones of St. George, Utah, and Amanda Carlson of Colorado Springs, grandparents, Evelyn and Alan Hout of Idaho Falls, Idaho, Norm and Pat Carlson of Colorado Springs and George and Betty Probart of Rock Springs; boyfriend, Brennan Condy of Rock Springs; aunts, Vicki Court Baker and husband Tommy of Rock Springs, Brenda Vieyra and companion Curt of Rock Springs and Rose Smith and husband Craig and children Chase and Caden of Twin Falls, Idaho; cousins, Jason and Tanya and children Kegan, Alex, Ariah, Dallas and Michael, Justin and Tandi and daughter Shelby, Kim and children Auston and Maycee, Angie and Rod and children Toni, Brandon, Adrian, Elizabeth and Candice, Nicole and Gary and children Kailee and Devin, and Jeana and Tracy and children Gaige and Makiya; niece, McKenzie; nephew, James; several great aunts and uncles, and extended family and friends. She was preceded in death by her sister, Annette Trujillo; and grandmother, "Bean." --- Rock Springs Daily Rocket-Miner, Sep 18, 2011 JOHN WESLEY MATHIOTT CASPER--Funeral services for John Wesley Mathiott were conducted Saturday, Sept. 10, 2011, at the Monroe Avenue Baptist Church in Green River. Interment was in the Riverview Cemetery, Green River. Mr. Mathiott, 31, died Tuesday, Sept. 6, 2011, at his home in Casper. He was born Dec. 25, 1979, in Rock Springs, the son of James Michael Mathiott and Linda Marie Wiebe Niday, He attended schools in Rock Springs elementary through high school. He worked for Greiner Ford in Casper for the past nine years. His interests included kayaking, photography and spending time with his family. Survivors include his mother, Linda Niday of Green River; father, Mike Mathiott of Rock Springs; sister, Jessie Silva and husband Mike of Washington; grandparents, Ronald and Darlene Wiebe of Sheridan, Ore.; aunt, Becky Lewis of Salt Lake City; uncle, Mike Wiebe of Lebanon, Ore.; and several cousins, nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his grandmother, Margaret Mathiott; and great-grandmother, Dorothy McElroy. --- Rock Springs Daily Rocket-Miner, Sep 18, 2011 JAMES B. “JIMMIE” SHAW A mass of Christian burial for James B. “Jimmie” Shaw was celebrated Friday, Sept. 9, 2011, at the Immaculate Conception Catholic Church, Green River. A vigil service with rosary was recited Thursday, Sept. 8, 2011, at the church. Military graveside services and interment were in the Riverview Cemetery. Mr. Shaw died Monday, Sept. 5, 2011. He was a lifelong Green River resident. He graduated from Green River High School in 1941. He attended Carroll College in Helena, Mont., and the University of Wyoming in Laramie before enlisting in the Navy. He served as quartermaster on the bridge force of the destroyer U.S.S. Smith in the Asiatic-Pacific theater. He was involved in battles at Leyte Gulf, Ormoe Bay, New Guinea, Guadalcanal and the battle of Santa Cruz, where outstanding performance earned the Presidential Unit Citation for the crew. Following discharge, he returned to Green River. He married Verlee Lois Stackich on Jan. 20, 1946, at Our Lady of Sorrows Catholic Church in Rock Springs. He was a member of the Green River Jaycees and Veterans of Foreign Wars, serving as commander twice. He worked with the U.S. Postal Service and retired as postmaster in September 1978. After retiring, his interests included spending time with his family, taking trips to Las Vegas and keeping busy word and math puzzles. He is survived by his wife of 65 years, Verlee; two sons, James Alvin of Torrington and Mark Alvin of Green River; daughters, Mary, Kerry and Laurie and husband Albert, all of Green River; three grandsons, Matthew and Adam Zupence of Green River and Rilee of Farmington, N.M.; sister, Margret Brandner of Las Vegas; niece, Michele Mortiz and husband Robert; grand-niece, Cherlyanne and nephew, Micah Brandner of Green River. She was preceded in death by his parents, Bert and Bessie Shaw; and father- and mother-in-law, Pete and Albina Stackich of Rock Springs. --- Green River Star, Sep 21, 2011 Kathleen Notar Kathleen Notar, 96, of Cheyenne passed away Sept. 18, 2011, at the Life Care Center in Cheyenne. A resident of Cheyenne for the past six years and former longtime resident of Rock Springs, Notar passed away following a brief illness. She was born Sept. 23, 1915, in Alfreton, England, the daughter of the late James Noble and Mary Argyle. Notar attended schools in Rock Springs. She married Max Notar in Linwood, Utah, Sept. 15, 1934, and he preceded her in death in Rock Springs on Jan. 17, 1996. Notar worked as a telephone operator for AT&T for more than 20 years. She was a member of the Telephone Pioneers. Survivors include one daughter Maxeen Knipping and husband Gene of Cheyenne, and one grandson David Knipping of Houston. She was preceded in death by her parents, husband Max; four brothers and three sisters Mary, Nancy and Betty. Funeral services will be conducted at 11 a.m. Friday at the Vase Funeral Chapel, 154 Elk St., Rock Springs. Interment will be in the Rock Springs Municipal Cemetery. Friends may call at the Vase Chapel on Friday one hour prior to services. --- Newsletter Journal, Sep 22, 2011 MARY E. CARMINE Mary E. Carmine, 80, of Rock Springs, died Tuesday, Sept 6, 2011, at her home following a lengthy illness. Mary was born Feb 4, 1931, in Newcastle, the daughter of Earl Carr and Ruth Brennan Carr. She graduated from Newcastle High School with the Class of 1949. She attended college in Spearfish, South Dakota, and later the University of Wyoming. She married Bob Carmine on July 4, 1951, in Newcastle, while Bob was home on leave from the Navy. They were married at the Catholic church in Newcastle. Mary worked as a telephone operator at Mountain Bell Telephone Company for ten years before they moved their operations to Denver. Her interests include fishing, crafts, camping, cooking, playing bridge, and looking for artifacts. She enjoyed being with her children and grandchildren and teasing her cat Sampson. Survivors include her husband, Bob Carmine; three daughters, Cindy Petersen and husband Vance of Rock Springs, Wyoming; Candy Bedard and husband Mark of Rock Springs, Wyoming; Claudette Harris and husband Jack of San Diego, Calif.; two sons Rick Carmine of Rock Springs, Wyoming; and Robbie Carmine and wife Gail of Green River, Wyoming; one brother, Francis Carr of Newcastle, Wyoming, and numerous grandchildren, great grandchildren, nieces, nephews and cousins. She was preceded in death by her parents Earl and Ruth Carr, one brother, Bob, Sister-in-Law, Betty Carr, and one son Randall. A Mass was celebrated Friday, Sept 9, 20. at the Lady of Sorrows Catholic Church in Rock Springs. The family of Mary E, Carmine respectfully request that donations be made in her memory to Cowboys Against Cancer 1893 Dewar Drive, Rock Springs, Wyoming, Hospice of Sweetwater County 809 Thompson Street Suite D, Rock Springs, Wyoming or the charity of your choice. --- Rock Springs Daily Rocket-Miner, Sep 25, 2011 GALEN DOUGLAS JARVIE Funeral services for Galen Douglas Jarvie were conducted Saturday, Sept. 17, 2011 at the Green River LDS Stake Center. Interment was in the Manila Cemetery, Manila. Mr. Jarvie, 56, of Green River, died Sunday, Sept. 11, 2011 at his home after a lengthy illness. He was born June 15, 1955, in Logan, Utah, the son of Douglas Clay Jarvie and Eutona Veloy Briggs. He attended and graduated from Mountain View High School with the class of 1973. He attended Brigham Young University in Provo, Utah, where he received a BS degree in law enforcement. He married Lori Ann Hatch on March 8, 1988, in Rangely, Colo. He served as Daggett County sheriff for 26 years. He held the record for being the youngest elected sheriff in Utah and served the longest number of terms. He worked as a Wyoming State adult probation and parole officer and later was employed by the Sweetwater County Sheriffs Department until his death. He was a member of the Utah Sheriffs Association and Wyoming and Utah Cattleman's associations. He was a member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. His interests included horses, cattle, ranching, Harleys, muscle cars and dirt biking in the mountains. Survivors include his wife, Lori of Green River, sons, Douglas Jarvie and wife Denise of Aurora, Colo., Jason Jarvie and wife Tara of St. George, Utah, and William Ruble of Rock Springs; daughters, Jennifer Jarvie and husband James Kaferly of Dallas and Rae Ann Ruble and husband Paul Sawyer of Manila, Utah; parents, Doug and Eutona Jarvie of Green River; brother, Gilbert Jarvie and wife Elaine of Provo, Utah; sister Tammee Hill of Green River; grandchildren, Aurora, Tristan, Taylor and Eyton Jarvie; stepmother, Mary Hatch of Vernal, Utah; stepfather, Dallas Galley of Portland, Ore.; and numerous aunts, uncles, nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his grandparents; father-in-law, Junior Hatch; and daughter, Katherine Suzane Ruble. --- Rock Springs Daily Rocket-Miner, Sep 25, 2011 MARGUERITE C. WHITE DENVER - Marguerite C. White, 96, died Tuesday, Sept. 6, 2011, in Denver. Interment was in the Green River cemetery. She was born Jan. 25, 1915, in Green River, to Earl and Lucy King. She grew up in Green River and graduated from Green River High School. She married Ray White. He preceded her in death in 1959. Her interests included playing cards and golf. She and her husband owned and operated the Log Inn Restaurant for several years. After his death, she moved to Denver, where she worked as a clerk in a financial firm until her retirement. She is survived by one sister, Maxine Travis of Green River; nephew, James Travis and wife Linda of Green River, two nieces, Judy Pistono of Green River and Ava Butters of Bountiful, Utah; seven great-nephews; two great-nieces; and numerous great-great-nieces and great-great-nephews. She was preceded in death by her husband; brother, Earnest King: and her parents. --- Green River Star, Sep 28, 2011 Frieda Anna Painovich Frieda Anna Painovich, 90, passed away Sept. 24, 2011, at Sage View Care Center in Rock Springs. A lifelong resident of Rock Springs, Painovich passed away following a lengthy illness. She was born in Newcastle on April 6, 1921, the daughter of the late Herman Hinz and Mabel Colby. She attended schools in Newcastle and graduated from Newcastle High School with the class of 1948. She also attended Saint Joseph’s School of Nursing in Deadwood, S.D. She married Nick Painovich in Newcastle on April 6, 1949, and he preceded her in death in Salt Lake City on Sept. 6, 1998. She worked as a registered nurse for Memorial Hospital of Sweetwater County for two years and Kimberly Manor for three years as head nurse and then one year as an administrator. Painovich was a member of the Western Slavonic Lodge No. 72 and the Holy Spirit Catholic Community. Survivors include one sister-in-law, Mabel Hinz of Newcastle, and several nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents, husband Nick, sister, Berenice and four brothers, Fred, Willie, Carl and John, who died in infancy. A mass of Christian burial will be celebrated at 10 a.m. Thursday, at Saints Cyril and Methodius Catholic Church, 633 Bridger Avenue, Rock Springs. Father Carl Beavers will officiate. A vigil service with rosary will be recited at 6 p.m. today at the Vase Funeral Chapel, 154 Elk Street, Rock Springs. Friends may call this afternoon until time of rosary at the Vase Chapel and again on Thursday at the church one hour prior to services. --- Green River Star, Sep 28, 2011 Lois Hamilton Lois Hamilton, 86, of Chandler, Ariz., originally a longtime resident of Rock Springs, passed away peacefully Sept. 22, 2011, in Chandler. She was born Nov. 24, 1924, in Cumberland, to Thomas and Mary Tremelling. After graduating from Superior High School in 1942, she moved to Rock Springs to work at the U.P. store. She married Jack Hamilton on Christmas eve 1946 in Rock Springs and spent most of her life in Rock Springs and Pinedale enjoying her time with family and friends. In recent years, Hamilton lived at Atria Villages in Chandler where she was actively involved in the community, painting, dancing, playing volleyball and sharing her time with local residents and friends. Hamilton is survived by her daughter Janice Brown and her husband Lewis; son James and partner Philip Kerly; siblings Arlie Jelouchan, Gerald Tremelling and wife Vienna, Mary Lou Subic and husband Frank, all of Rock Springs, Beth McElderry and husband Bob of Arkansas and Roy Tremelling and wife Doris of California; many grandchildren and great-grandchildren, nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her husband Jack, daughter Debbie, parents Thomas and Mary, sisters Clorean Beyda, Muriel Widdop and Anona Riley, and brother DH ‘Laddie’ Tremelling. A graveside memorial service is planned for 11 a.m. Friday in the Mountain View Section of Rock Springs Municipal Cemetery. --- Green River Star, Sep 28, 2011 Roy Dean Romero Roy Dean Romero, 70, of Rock Springs passed away Sept. 24, 2011, at the University of Utah Medical Center where he had been a patient for the past two weeks. A lifelong resident of Rock Springs, Romero had been in ill health for the past year. He was born Nov. 19, 1940, in Rock Springs, the son of the late Adonis and Myrtle Dean Crapo Romero. Romero attended schools in Rock Springs and was a Rock Springs High School graduate with the class of 1960. He married the former Marcella Williams on June 24, 1972, in Rock Springs, Wyoming at Saints Cyril and Methodius Catholic Church. Romero was a United States Army veteran. He was employed at OCI for 28 years in the shipping department and at City Auto for 20 years. Romero was a member of Holy Spirit Catholic Community. His interests included spending time with his family, watching sports including boxing and football, hunting, fishing and riding motorcycles. Survivors include his wife Marcella Romero of Rock Springs; one son Brian Dean Romero and wife Donella of Laramie; one daughter Amy Romero-Griffin and husband Jack of Rock Springs; one grandson; one brother Ren Romero and wife Sue of Farson; four sisters Jeanne Forsgren and husband Dean of Evanston, Louise Carey and husband Ron of Green River, Retha Blakely and husband Dale of Cheyenne and Vicki Holdredge of Rock Springs; two step-grandchildren, many nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents; three brothers Don Romero, Ralph Romero and Robert Romero; one sister Dolores Nicholas and his stepfather Joe Padilla. Following cremation, a Mass of Christian burial will be celebrated at 11 a.m. Saturday at Saint Cyril and Methodius Catholic Church, 633 Bridger Avenue, Rock Springs. A vigil service with rosary will be recited at 7 p.m. Friday at the church. Friends may call on Friday at the church from 6 p.m. until time of rosary and on Saturday one hour prior to services. --- Casper Star Tribune, Sep 30, 2011 Ernest “Ernie” John Mecca Ernest "Ernie" John Mecca, 79, passed away peacefully on September 29, 2011 surrounded by his loving family. Mecca was born on 22 November 1931 in Glencoe, WY the eldest son of James and Mae Mecca. Mecca graduated from Reliance High School. He began his military career of 30 years by enlisting in 1947 as a private and serving with the Wyoming National Guard in the Korea conflict. In 1971, General William Westmoreland recognized Mecca for his promotion to the rank of E-9 Command Sergeant Major of the Wyoming Army National Guard (WNG). In 1975, he was awarded the Army Commendation Medal. In 1977, Mecca retired from the WNG. Mecca's professional career included Field Office Manager for the Wyoming Employment Security Commission, Director of Southwestern Wyoming Industrial Association, and Manager of Government Relations for Rocky Mountain Energy. In March of 1988 Mecca accepted the position of Chief of Staff with Governor Mike Sullivan, retiring in 1994. Ernie was known for his passionate commitment to public service. He was a Trustee of Western Wyoming Community College, a founding board member for the Sweetwater County United Way, and served for more than a decade as chairman of the Rock Springs Chamber of Commerce Ambassador's group, the "Family". He was appointed to the Sweetwater County Fair Board, chaired the Red Desert Roundup Rodeo Committee and served on the Cheyenne Frontier Days Public Relations Committee. He was a member of the Masonic Order, Korien Shrine and 32nd Degree Scottish Rite. His political service activities included advocating and campaigning for candidates statewide. In 1952, he married Wanda Dixon with whom he had his two children. In 1983, he met and then married the love of his life, Sue Ellen Vogel. Ernie is survived by his wife Sue, his daughter Pam (Marian) Farmer, son James D. Mecca, granddaughter Heather Vinet-Oliphant, great-grandson Paxton J. Oliphant, brother James R. (Margaret) Mecca, sister Lois (Don) Simpson, and his four-legged companion Mariah. Funeral services will be held at St. Christopher's Episcopal Church in Cheyenne on Monday, October 3, at 1:00 pm, with a gathering for family and friends following the services at the Kiwanis Community House in Cheyenne. Military honors will be provided by the Wyoming Air Guard Honor Team. He will be laid to rest with his parents at a graveside service at 10:00 am, on Wednesday, October 5, at Rest Haven Memorial Gardens in Rock Springs, WY. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Military Family Assistance Fund c/o National Guard Headquarters, 5500 Bishop Blvd., Cheyenne, WY 82009 or the Cheyenne Animal Shelter, 800 Southwest Dr., Cheyenne, WY 82007. Services and cremation under the direction of Wiederspahn-Radomsky Chapel of the Chimes. --- Rock Springs Daily Rocket-Miner, Oct 2, 2011 DONALD LESLIE COX Memorial services for Donald Leslie Cox were conducted Wednesday, Sept. 21, 2011, at the Emmanuel Lutheran Church, Green River. Graveside services and inurnment were in the Rest Haven Memorial Gardens, north of Rock Springs. Pastor James Martin conducted the services. Cremation has taken place. Mr. Cox, 87, of Green River, died Sunday, Sept. 18, 2011, at the Castle Rock Medical Center in Green River. A longtime Green River resident, he died following a lengthy illness. He was born July 23, 1924, in Victor, Colo., the son of Arthur Wesly and Helen Irene Cartee Cox. He attended schools in Victor. He served in the U.S. Navy during World War II. Mr. Cox married Marjorie Ruth Krischbaum on Aug. 24, 1947, in Rock Springs. His interests included woodworking, fishing, hunting, Sunday drives and spending time with his family, especially his grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Survivors include his wife, Marjorie Cox of Green River; three sons, Donald W. Cox of Green River, William R. Cox and wife Linda of Santa Maria, Calif., and Clinton G. Cox of Sheridan; three brothers, William Cox and Ralph Cox, both of Colorado Springs, Colo., and Raymond Cox of Louisville, Colo.; sister, Lois Wince of Colorado Springs; eight grandchildren; and seven great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents; daughter, Lana Cox; and several brothers. --- Rock Springs Daily Rocket-Miner, Oct 2, 2011 MARJORIE RUTH COX A memorial service for Marjorie Ruth Cox was conducted Friday, Sept. 23, 2011, at the Emmanuel Lutheran Church, Green River. Inurnment was in the Rest Haven Memorial Gardens. Pastor James Martin conducted the services. Cremation has taken place. Mrs. Cox, 88, of Green River, died Wednesday, Sept. 21, 2011. A Green River resident and former resident of Rock Springs, she died following a brief illness. She was born Aug. 7, 1923, in Rock Springs, the daughter of Mark Krichbaum and Mildred Jenkins. She attended schools in Rock Springs. She married Donald Leslie Cox on Aug. 24, 1947, in Rock Springs. He preceded her in death on Sunday, Sept. 18, 2011. Her interests included gardening, reading, camping and spending time with her family, especially her grandchildren. Survivors include three sons, Donald W. Cox of Green River, William R. Cox and wife Linda of Santa Maria, Calif., and Clinton G, Cox of Sheridan; sister, Dorothy Malo of Pocatello, Idaho; eight grandchildren; and seven great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents; husband, Donald Cox, daughter, Lana Cox; and several brothers and sisters. --- Rock Springs Daily Rocket-Miner, Oct 2, 2011 HARRY H. KRAUSE CHEYENNE -- A vigil and funeral liturgy for Harry H. Krause were conducted at St. Joseph's Catholic Church. Father Ray Moss was the celebrant. Pallbearers included Chris Krause, David Bloemker, Trevor Krause, Sonny Krause, Mark Smith and Dallas Willis. Graveside services were conducted Saturday, Sept. 24, 2011 at the Riverview Cemetery in Green River. Mr. Krause, 70, of Cheyenne, died Wednesday, Sept. 7, 2011, at the Cheyenne Regional Medical Center. He was born Aug. 12, 1947, in Green River, the son of Harold and Carol (Struhs) Krause. He attended public schools in Green River and graduated from Lincoln High School. He moved to Denver, where he met his future wife. He married Carol L. Hensley on May 2, 1964. They moved to Lakewood, Colo. Mr. Krause worked for the Adolph Coors Brewery until his retirement in 2001. In 2003, he and his wife moved to Cheyenne. His hobbies included hunting and fishing. He is survived by his wife, Carol L. Krause of Cheyenne; son, Christopher Krause of Littleton, Colo.; daughter, Stacy Van Houten of Rapid City, S.D.; two brothers, Harold Krause of Cheyenne and Danny Krause of Green River; two sisters, Joan Graham of Laramie and Bonnie Boilsen of Windsor, Colo.; three grandchildren; two great-grandchildren; and numerous nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents; and a brother, Gary Brent Krause. --- Leavitts Mortuary, Oct 7, 2011 Donna Lou Wildermuth Donna Lou Wildermuth, 77, died peacefully October 6, 2011 surrounded by her family after her fourth battle with cancer. Donna was born on January 29, 1934 in Rock Springs, Wyoming, a daughter of Leo L. and Bessie Wildermuth. She moved to Ogden in 1950 with her family and graduated from Ogden High School. She worked for the Ogden Union Railway and Depot Company and Union Pacific Railroad Company. Her job moved her to St. Louis, MO. in 1989 and she worked there until 1992, when she retired. She belonged to the following: National Association of Railway Business Women, Lifetime Member of Union Pacific Old Timers Club #6 (now Union Pacific Employees Club #6), Ladies of the Railroad Auxiliary and Lifetime member of the St. Louis Old Timers. Donna loved to golf and bowl. She belonged to Ben Lomond and El Monte Ladies Golf Association for years. She was also a semi-pro bowler for a number of years and belonged to three different bowling leagues in Ogden and was a member of the Women's International Bowling Association. She loved to go to Weber State basketball games and Ogden Raptor games. She loved animals and was very generous by donating to many organizations to protect and help animals. During the past few years she enjoyed attending activities at the Golden Hours Center. She was a member of the First United Methodist Church of Ogden. She was also a member of Queen Esther Chapter #4 Order of Eastern Star of Ogden. Donna is survived by her brother-in-law, Eugene Lewis; two nieces and their families: Patricia (Larry) Spackman and Annette (David) Barron. She was preceded in death by her parents; brother, Robert; sisters, Wilma Wildermuth and Leola Anne Lewis and nephew, David Lewis. Funeral services will be held at 10:00 a.m. on Friday, October 14, at the Ogden Area First United Methodist Church, 1339 W. 400 N. Marriott-Slatterville with Rev. Alane Currier Griggs officiating. Family will greet friends at Leavitt's Mortuary, 836 36th Street, Ogden, Thursday evening from 6 to 8 p.m. and from 9 to 9:45 a.m. Friday morning at the church. Graveside services will be held at the Rock Springs Cemetery in Rock Springs, WY. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the First United Methodist Church, 1339 W. 400 N. Marriott-Slatterville 84404 or UPEC Friend to Friend, 303 Picketwicket, Conway, AR. 72034 or the Charity of your choice. Donna's family would like to thank the staff at Crestwood Care Center for the love and care they gave her, also to Applegate Hospice for their support during the last week. They would also like to thank her neighbors, Dr. & Mrs. Hyde for everything they have done for Donna over the years, no one could ask for better neighbors. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.leavittsmortuary.com --- Rock Springs Daily Rocket-Miner, Oct 16, 2011 CLOKETTA CLOE ELVA BROUGH BRIGGS PAYETTE, Idaho--Funeral services for Cloketta Cloe Elva Brough Briggs were conducted Saturday, Oct. 8, 2011, at The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in Payette. Graveside services were conducted Monday, Oct. 10, 2011, at the Manila Cemetery in Manila, Utah. Mrs. Briggs, 96, of Payette, Idaho, died Wednesday, Oct. 5, 2011. She died with family at her side. She was born Dec. 2, 1914, in Lyman. She married Robert Briggs on June 2, 1939. She taught school in McKinnon, where she met her husband and raised her family. She and her husband moved to Manila, Utah. In 1997, they moved to Payette to live with their daughter, Bonnie. She was a member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints and served a mission in Independence, Mo. She is survived by her siblings, Ursel Roundy, Bryon, Morris and Beverly Campbell; children, Eunice and Richard Haxton, Dale Briggs and Bonnie and Duane Youngberg; 21 grandchildren; 51 great-grandchildren, and three great-great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her son, Vance; husband, Robert; parents, Thomas James and Julia Slagowski Brough; siblings, Lenore Denham, Dessa Richins, Arlene Guy, Bļaine and Warren; and great grandson, Bradley. --- Rock Springs Daily Rocket-Miner, Oct 16, 2011 DAVID LEE “GUTTY” CARTER Funeral services for David Lee "Gutty" Carter were conducted Tuesday, Oct. 11, 2011, at the Sweetwater County Events Complex in Rock Springs. The Rev. Elwood Stewart conducted the services. Military graveside services and interment were at the Rest Haven Memorial Gardens north of Rock Springs. Pallbearers included Michael Swenson, Julius Davenport, Eric Webb, Hodgie Carter, Earl Webb, Sean Page and Travel Allen. Mr. Carter, 68, of Rock Springs, died Thursday, Sept. 29, 2011, at his home. A Rock Springs resident for 30 years and former resident of Racine, Wis., he died following a brief illness. He was born Oct. 17, 1942 in Rock Springs, to Thomas "Hack" W. Carter and Lola Bernice Shaffner. He attended schools in Rock Springs and graduated from Rock Springs High School with the class of 1961. He served in the U.S. Army during the Vietnam War. Mr. Carter married Carole Lynn Howard on July 7, 1984, in Rock Springs. He worked as a laborer for Rock Springs Streets and Parks Department for 28 years until his retirement on July 1, 2011. Mr. Carter was an honorary member of the New Hope Baptist Church. Survivors include his wife, Carole L. Carter of Rock Springs; two sons, Bernard Price of Lakewood, Wash., and Kenny Neibaur and wife Laura of Racine; stepdaughter, Annlyn Ouzts of Saratoga Springs, N.Y.; two brothers, Donald "Tricky" Carter and wife Tonya of Rock Springs and Lorenzo “Granny" Carter and wife Linda of Ogden, Utah; sister, Janice Swenson and husband Michael of Rock Springs; seven grandchildren, Jaqwan, Jalandre, Marisha, Karissa, Kaiza, Colin and Kerensa; and several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents; three brothers, Louis, Joe "Butchie" and Thomas "Paul"; and three sisters, Mildred Allen, Blanche "Cooney" Webb and Leora "Tootsie" Glasker. --- Green River Star, Oct 19, 2011 Joseph Louis Loisate Joseph Louis Loisate, 84, of Rock Springs passed away Oct. 14, 2011, at Memorial Hospital of Sweetwater County. A lifelong resident of Rock Springs, Loisate had been in ill health for the past week. He was born Oct. 7, 1927, in Rock Springs, the son of Angelo and Mary Mendiola Loisate. Loisate attended school in Rock Springs and was a 1945 graduate of Rock Springs High School. He also attended Utah State University in Logan, Utah. He was a United States Navy veteran having served in World War II. Loisate was employed by the Wyoming Highway Department as a surveyor for many years until his retirement. His interests included camping and fishing. Loisate was host to an annual family barbecue each summer. He was an avid Wyoming Cowboy fan and St. Louis Cardinal’s baseball fan. He was a member of Holy Spirit Catholic Community, American Legion Archie Hay Post No. 24 and Fraternal Order of the Eagles Aerie No. 151. He was a Golden Eagle. Survivors include three brothers Bill Loisate and wife Theresa, Albert Loisate, all of Rock Springs, and Pete Loisate and wife Alene of Blackfoot, Idaho; three sisters Angela McMurray and husband Bob of Eden, Anita Glenn and husband Bruce of San Jose, Calif., and Louise Mahoney and husband Russ of Hayward, Calif.; numerous nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents; one brother Fred Loisate; four sisters Pilar Anderson, Helen Platzer, Gloria Kincaid and Evelyn Micklich. A Mass of Christian burial was celebrated today at Our Lady of Sorrows Catholic Church in Rock Springs. Military honors and interment was in Rock Springs Municipal Cemetery. The family of Joseph Louis Loisate respectfully suggests donations in his memory be made to the Young at Heart Senior Citizens Center, 2400 Reagan, Rock Springs, WY 82901. --- Green River Star, Oct 19, 2011 Joan E. Kladianos Joan E. Kladianos, 80, of Rock Springs passed away Oct. 17, 2011, at the Castle Rock Convalescent Center in Green River. A longtime resident of Rock Springs Kladianos passed away following a lengthy illness. She was born Nov. 9, 1930, in Minneapolis the daughter of Frederick Roesler and Belvie Gehring. She attended school in Saint Paul, Minn., and graduated from Central High School with the class of 1948. She also attended Iowa State University and graduated with the class of 1953 with a biology degree. She married Lawrence Kladianos in Superior Feb. 22, 1958. Kladianos worked as a teacher for School District No. 1 and her first job was teaching at Superior High School in Superior. She taught chemistry and physics at Western Wyoming Community College in Reliance. She later worked as office manager for Home Petroleum. Her interests included playing bridge, quilting, antiques and spending time with family and grandchildren. Survivors include her husband Lawrence Kladianos of Rock Springs; two sons Robert A. “Bob” Kladianos and wife Dawn of West Jordan, Utah and Frederick Kladianos of Pinedale; one daughter Susan Davis and husband Tim of Green River; two brothers Phillip Roesler and wife Jeanette of Deerwood, Minn.; and John Roesler and wife Marilyn of Phoenix and four grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents, one nephew Peter Roesler and one brother-in-law Robert L. Kladianos. A Mass of Christian burial will be celebrated at 1 p.m. Thursday at the Saint Cyril and Methodius Catholic Church, 633 Bridger Ave., Rock Springs, WY. A vigil service with Rosary will be recited at 5:30 p.m. tonight at the Vase Funeral Chapel, 154 Elk Street, Rock Springs, WY. Interment will be in the Rock Springs Municipal Cemetery in Rock Springs. Friends may call on Wednesday at the Vase Chapel from 3 p.m. until time or rosary and Thursday morning at the chapel until time of services. The family of Joan E. Kladianos respectfully suggests that donations in her memory be made to Hospice of Sweetwater County, 809 Thompson Street, Suite D, Rock Springs, WY 82901 --- Douglas Budget, Oct 12, 2011 Diana P. Smith Diana P. Smith, 57, of Rock Springs, passed away on Oct. 3, 2011, at her home. Diana Smith, a former long-time resident of Douglas, died following a lengthy illness. She was born on Oct. 5, 1953, in Douglas, the daughter of the late Paul and Edith Sandoval Santistevan. Mrs. Smith attended school in Douglas and obtained her G.E.D. in 1973. She worked as an assistant manager at Wal-Mart Tire and Lube Express. Her interests included spending time with her family, especially her grandchildren, hunting and fishing. She was a member of Holy Spirit Catholic Community. Survivors include her companion of 12 years Cliff M. Mercer of Rock Springs; sons J.C. Kelly and wife Tracie and Lonnie D. Kelly and wife Seanna, all of Rock Springs; brother Tony Santistevan and wife Vicki of Casper; sisters Ruby Apodaca and husband Pete of Grand Junction, Colo., Angie Stinson and husband Gary of Douglas, Ermie Reid and husband Eric of Billings, Mont., and Judy Egan and husband Greg of Cheyenne; grandchildren Alex Meeks, Alexis Kelly and Jarren Johannessen; and several aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents; brother Rick Santistevan; nephews Steven Apodaca and Michael Stillwell; and niece Michelle Stillwell. A mass of Christian burial was celebrated Oct. 7 at Saints Cyril and Methodius Catholic Church in Rock Springs. Father Carl Beavers officiated. A Vigil Service with Rosary was recited Oct. 6 at the church. Interment was in the St. Joseph's Section of the Rock Springs Municipal Cemetery in Rock Springs. --- Fox Funeral Home, Oct 20, 2011 John Adair John Ray Adair, 59, of Rock Springs, died Wednesday, October 19, 2011, following a sudden illness while out delivering mail. He was a longtime Rock Springs resident since 1979 and former resident of Belcher, Louisiana. He was born February 9, 1952 in Vernal, Utah, the son of John Parker and Margaret Aldridge Adair. He attended and graduated from high school in North Caddo, Louisiana. He married his sweetheart of 28 years Gloria on September 7, 2002. He owned and operated Hummingbird Glass for 25 years. He also worked as a contract mail route with his wife. His interests included hunting, fishing, cooking, working in his shop on his lathe, and spending time with his two dogs, Frannie & Millie. He touched many lives and was loved by even more. Survivors include his wife Gloria Adair of Rock Springs; daughter Christina Germany and husband Jimmy of Bossier City, Louisiana; one uncle, Tom Aldridge of Vernal, Utah; one niece Tammy Ward and husband Steve of Belcher; two step-sons Brian Waller of Longview, Texas, and Bryan Rhodes of Bossier City; mother-in-law Louise Juchartz of Blanchard, Louisiana; father-in-law Prentis Simpson and wife Daisy of Shreveport, Louisiana; sisters-in-law Regina Ford of Longview, Texas, Karen Moore of Blanchard, Angela Juchartz of Kemp, Texas; one brother-in-law, Garland Simpson of Blachard; several nieces and nephews; special lifetime friend Greg Hall of Benton, Louisiana; special friends, Jim and Bridgette Davis and family of Rock Springs, and Rick and Trish Womack of Keithville, Louisiana; many more friends. He was preceded in death by his parents and his only sister, Linda Adair Cotton. Funeral services will be held at 2:00 p.m. Sunday, October 23, 2011 at Fox Funeral Home, 2800 Commercial Way, Rock Springs where friends may call one hour prior to the services. Cremation will follow at Fox Crematory, Rock Springs. --- Fox Funeral Home, Oct 21, 2011 Terry Bragg Terry Morgan Bragg, 69, of Rock Springs, died Thursday, October 20, 2011 at Memorial Hospital of Sweetwater County after a lengthy illness. He was born December 26, 1941 in Salt Lake City, Utah, the son of Morgan Bragg and Ila “Billie” Salverson Bragg. He attended schools in Salt Lake City and graduated from Granger High School. He then attended Idaho State University where he received his associates degree in instrumentation. He married Andra Lattig on March 22, 1969 in Pocatello, Idaho. Terry was employed by Stauffer Chemical for 5 years and also Jim Bridger for 25 years retiring in 1998. His interests were hunting, fishing, spending time with his girls, grandchildren, and friends. Survivors include his wife, Andra Bragg of Rock Springs; daughters, Kelli Barrett and husband David of Nampa, Idaho, and Annette Bragg and companion Eric Vranish of Rock Springs; brother, Dave Bragg of Soda Springs, Idaho; brother-in-law, Dr. Gary Lattig and wife Linda of Modesto, California; sisters, Dawn Shafer of Sparks, Nevada, Kim Aledo and husband Joe of Eureka, Nevada, and Colleen Stomer of Duvall, Washington; grandchildren, William and Corinne Barrett, and Max Bragg; numerous nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents and brother, Danny Bragg. Funeral services will be held at 10:00 a.m. Tuesday, October 25, 2011 at the Emmanuel Baptist Church, 3309 Sweetwater Dr., Rock Springs, Pastor Abe Ogea officiating. Friends may call 6 until 8 p.m. Monday, October 24, 2011 at Fox Funeral Home, 2800 Commercial Way, Rock Springs, and Tuesday one hour prior to the services at the church. Interment will take place in the Rock Springs Municipal Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, the family request that donations be made to Cowboys Against Cancer, 1893 Dewar Dr., Rock Springs, WY, 82901. --- Green River Star, Oct 26, 2011 PAUL E. JONES Paul E. Jones, 86, of Rock Springs, died Monday, Oct. 17, 2011 in Delta, Utah, surrounded by his family. He was born Nov. 24, 1924, in Denver, the son of William David Jones and Genieve Hereford Jones. He married Ruth Warren on July 2, 1972, in St. Anthony, Idaho. She preceded him in death on Dec. 26, 1993. Mr. Jones was a U.S. Navy veteran of World War II. He worked as a hard rock miner for many years. Mr. Jones worked in Oregon, California and Wyoming and retired in 1988. He was a member of the Fraternal Order of Eagles. His interests included being a fisherman, hunting, playing the guitar, writing songs and being an amateur boxer. Survivors include one son, Richard Ves Jones of Sheridan; sister, Wanda Lemon of Rock Springs; stepson, Bill Miller and wife Sherry of Rexburg, Idaho; several nieces and nephews, including Rayette Jones and husband Dan of Delta; and two granddaughters. He was preceded in death by his parents; wife, Ruth; stepfather; two brothers, William Jones and Richard Jones; and one sister, Dorothy Foltz. Funeral services will be conducted at 10 a.m. Saturday, Oct. 22, 2011, at the Vase Funeral Chapel, 154 Elk St., Rock Springs. Interment will be in the Rock Springs Municipal Cemetery. Friends may call one hour prior to services at the Vase Chapel. --- Green River Star, Oct 26, 2011 Joe Isaac Martinez Joe Isaac Martinez, 78, of Rock Springs passed away Oct. 20, 2011, at Memorial Hospital of Sweetwater County in Rock Springs. A longtime resident of Rock Springs and former resident of Mora, N.M., Martinez passed away following a lengthy illness. He was born in Mora, N.M., July 8, 1933, the son of Ysa Martinez and Ufeimia Armijo. Martinez attended school in Mora, N.M. He married Mary Gurule in Rawlins on March 30, 1957, and she preceded him in death in Rock Springs on Dec. 7, 1994. Martinez worked for Union Pacific Railroad for many years until his retirement. His interests included gardening and reading the paper. He also enjoyed his dogs, Sophie, Bella, Mariah, Cocoa and Myti, and spending time with his family. Survivors include three daughters Emily Covey and husband Ronald, Bernilda Lovato and husband Robert, and Elsie Yates and husband Larry, all of Rock Springs; four siblings, including Joe Ysa Martinez and wife Emily of Rawlins; two grandchildren Santana Rose Lovato and Anthony Robert Lovato, both of Rock Springs; several cousins, nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents, wife Mary, one daughter Maria Thearsa, three sisters Isabel Gonzales, Eloisa Romero and Genoveva Garcia; five brothers Alfonso Martinez, Dennis Martinez, Feliciano Martinez, Adonias Martinez and Nick Martinez. A Mass of Christian burial will be celebrated at 10 a.m. Saturday at Saints Cyril and Methodius Catholic Church, 633 Bridger Ave., Rock Springs. A vigil service with rosary will be recited at 6:30 p.m. Friday, also at the church. Interment will be in Rock Springs Municipal Cemetery. Friends may call at Vase Funeral Chapel from noon to 4 and from 5 p.m. at the church until time of rosary and Saturday one hour prior to services at the church. --- Rock Springs Daily Rocket-Miner, Oct 30, 2011 LEO DAVID RUTHERFORD Funeral services for Leo David Rutherford were conducted Friday, Oct. 21, 2011, at the LDS First and Third Ward Chapel in Green River. Military honors and interment were in the Riverview Cemetery. Mr. Rutherford, 84, of Green River, died Monday, Oct. 17, 2011, at Memorial Hospital of Sweetwater County. A longtime Green River resident and former resident of Carlsbad, N.M., and Sunnyside, Utah, he died following a lengthy illness. He was born Jan. 8, 1927, in Spring Glen, Utah, the son of Geb and Nellie Fryer Rutherford. He attended schools in Sunnyside and was a graduate of Sunnyside High School with the class of 1945. He married Clara Joan Rutherford on Feb. 11, 1956, in Las Vegas. She preceded him in death on June 21, 2011. Mr. Rutherford was a U.S. Navy veteran of World War II. He worked at Allied Chemical for 19 years and retired in 1988 as an electrical foreman. His interests included camping, fishing, playing cards and restoring classic cars. He was a member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. His survivors include one son, Rex Rutherford and wife Gloria of Green River; daughter, Karen Pope and husband Gary of Green River; 11 grandchildren; 18 great-grandchildren; sister, Ruth Hecker of Newport News, Va., brother, Clyde Rutherford of Chicago; and several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents; stepmother, Marie Rutherford; wife, Clara Rutherford; daughter, Helen Brady; three sisters, Ester, Juanita and Nelda; and three brothers, Cliff, Melvin and Slim. --- Green River Star, Nov 2, 2011 Nora O’Farrell Nora O’Farrell, 82, a lifelong resident of Rock Springs passed away with her children by her side in Denver following a sudden illness. She was born Sept. 27, 1929, and was the youngest of four children. She was the daughter of George and Antonia Kruljac Susich. She attended school in Rock Springs and was a graduate with the class of 1947. She married Ted J. O’Farrell on June 26, 1948, at Saint Cyril and Methodius Catholic Church in Rock Springs. She was a member of Holy Spirit Catholic Church, a member of the Croation Fraternal Union No. 306 for more than 60 years. She was also a member of the Young at Heart Senior Citizen Center, a lifelong member of the Telephone Pioneers of America, an associate member of the United Mine Workers of America and a member of the AARP. She supported the Huntsman Cancer Research Center. She worked for Mountain Bell for more than 30 years. She enjoyed spending time with her family, being outdoors, cooking and baking. Survivors include her children, Toni M. Miskulin and husband Joe of Denver, Tim J. O’Farrell of Marlboro, N.J., and Dr. Mark G. O’Farrell and wife LeeAnn of Rock Springs; grandchildren Joe Miskulin of Bozeman, Mont., Teddi Ann Barry and husband Nick of Avon, Colo., Lauren O’Farrell of Augusta, Ga., Pat O’Farrell of Rock Springs, Kelsey O’Farrell of Portland, Ore., Matt O’Farrell and Mike O’Farrell, both of Pocatello, Idaho; two great-grandchildren Anni Clare and Jack Barry, also of Avon, Colo. She was preceded in death by her parents, George and Antonia Kruljac Susich, her husband of more than 61 years, Ted J. O’Farrell who passed away Feb. 19, 2009, and sister, Francis Gecan. Cremation has taken place. A Mass of Christian burial will be celebrated at 10:30 a.m. Friday, at Saints Cyril and Methodius Catholic Church, 633 Bridger Avenue, Rock Springs. A rosary will be recited at 10 a.m. Friday at the church. Inurnment will be in Rock Springs Municipal Cemetery. --- Rock Springs Daily Rocket-Miner, Nov 6, 2011 ELSIE LOUCILE FORSLIN Funeral services for Elsie Loucile Forslin were conducted Saturday, Oct. 29, 2011, at the Green River LDS First and Third Ward Chapel in Green River. Bishop Robert Hunter conducted the service. Interment was in the Riverview Cemetery in Green River. Mrs. Forslin, 90, of Green River, died Tuesday, Oct. 25, 2011, at the Castle Rock Convalescent Center in Green River after a lengthy illness. She was born Sept. 11, 1921, in Overton, Neb., the daughter of Charles Bert Monahan and Clara Louisa May Snook Monahan, She attended schools in Green River and graduated from Green River High School with the class of 1939. She attended classes at Western Wyoming Community College. She married Elmer Forslin on May 3, 1940 in Manila, Utah. He preceded her in death. She was a member of the UP Old Timers in Green River and The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Her interests included cooking, playing games, sewing, crafts, genealogy, reading, hiking, camping, water skiing into her 70s and teaching her family to water ski, camp and cook. Survivors include her son, Allen Forslin of Green River; daughters, Virginia Young and husband Floyd of Powell and Janet Hepworth and husband Mark of Centerville, Utah; 14 grandchildren; 51 great-grandchildren; and numerous nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents; husband, Elmer; son, Robert; daughter, Alice; and nine brothers and sisters. --- Rock Springs Daily Rocket-Miner, Nov 13, 2011 DOROTHY JEAN ANGELOVIC Following cremation, memorial services for Dorothy Jean Angelovic were conducted Thursday, Nov. 3, 2011, at the Vase Funeral Chapel in Rock Springs. Inurnment was in the Rest Haven Memorial Gardens. Ms. Angelovic, 78, of Rock Springs, died Sunday, Oct. 30, 2011, at Memorial Hospital of Sweetwater County. A longtime resident of Rock Springs and Superior, she had been in ill health for several years. She was born Jan. 20, 1933, in Blazon, the daughter of Hugo and Rose Reese Hill. She attended school in Superior and Rock Springs, and was a Rock Springs High School graduate. She was one of the first students to attend Western Wyoming Community College. She also attended and graduated from the Cosmetology and Floral Design School. Ms. Angelovic worked as a self-employed cosmetologist for many years. Her interests included spending time with her grandchildren and her pets, being a reader, watching the news, studying philosophy, music and playing the organ. Survivors include one son, Tony Angelovic of Rock Springs; daughter, Deborah Despain and husband Steve of Big Piney; sister, Jacque Bucho and husband Richard of Georgetown, Texas; three grandchildren, Kyle Despain, Jennifer Allen and A.J. Angelovic; and four great-grandchildren, Kaden Allen, Talynn Angelovic, Hailey Angelovic and Daxton Angelovic. She was preceded in death by her parents; two brothers, Sulo and Hugo Hill; and three sisters, Irene Nicksich, Sylvia Farnsworth and Sadie Tomsek. --- Rock Springs Daily Rocket-Miner, Nov 13, 2011 CHESTER JAMES CARTER Funeral services for Chester James Carter were conducted Tuesday, Nov. 8, 2011, at the Green River LDS First and Third Ward Chapel, Green River. Interment was in the Riverview Cemetery in Green River. Mr. Carter, 88, of Green River, died Tuesday, Nov. 1, 2011, at the Sage View Care Center in Rock Springs. He was born Nov. 22, 1922, in Berryville, Ark., the son of Crawford Carter and Rose Davis Carter. He married Isabelle Malinda Morison on Sept. 22, 1951, in Green River. He worked for Union Pacific Railroad for 35 years until he retired in 1984. His interests included working on cars, watching NASCAR, hunting, fishing, camping and spending time with his family. Survivors include his wife, Isabelle Malinda Carter of Green River; four daughters, LeAnna Bunderman and husband Clarence of Green River, Martha Carter of Rock Springs, Barbara Carter of Duson, La., and Donna Morrison of Green River; five sons, Larry Carter and wife Mona of Anchorage, Alaska, Mark Carter and wife Joan of Green River, Jim Carter and wife Jan of Rock Springs and Eddie Carter and wife Kathy of Carter; brother, Lewis Carter of Colorado; sister, Pauline Carter of Eugene, Ore.; sister-in-law, Oleta Carter of Arkansas, Dorothy Koushar of Colorado and Edna Musbach of Utah; 23 grandchildren; and 34 great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents; and one son, David Carter. --- Rock Springs Daily Rocket-Miner, Nov 13, 2011 OLIVE LINDA HOOPES Funeral services for Olive Linda Hoopes were conducted Thursday, Nov. 3, 2011, at the Vase Flaming Gorge Chapel, Green River. Military graveside services and interment were at the Riverview Cemetery in Green River. Mrs. Hoopes, 80, of Green River, died Monday, Oct. 31, 2011, at her home. A longtime resident of Big Piney and Green River and former resident of Spring Canyon, Utah, she died following a lengthy illness. She was born Sept. 28, 1931, in Salt Lake City, the daughter of Glen Franklin Sheets and Elizabeth Caroline Richardson. She attended schools in Rigby, Idaho, and Helper and Price, Utah, and was a 1949 graduate of Carbon County High School. She also graduated from the Utah School of Business. She married Burl Orvel Hoopes Jr. on May 9, 1952, in Sacramento, Calif. He preceded her in death on Sept. 13, 2006. Mrs. Hoopes was a U.S. Air Force veteran of the Korean War. She worked for the Sweetwater County Clerk's Office for many years as a deputy clerk and retired in 1991. She also worked in the lunch service for Big Piney schools. She was a member of the Fraternal Order of the Eagles Auxiliary. Her interests included spending time with her family, reading, fishing and camping. Survivors include one son, Lary Hoopes and wife Julie of Big Lake, Minn.; daughter, Linda Walker and husband Ted of Frontier; brother, DeRoy Sheets and wife Marlene of Winterhaven, Calif.; two sisters, Debbie Branson of Evanston and Glenda Stolberg and husband John of West Valley City, Utah; brother-in-law, John Defa of Evanston; sister-in-law, Kaye Sheets of Nevada; grandchildren, Steven and Jill Walker of Casper, Devin Walker and Danielle of Sacramento, Calif., Colby Sato of Hawaii and Justin Tate Hoopes of Big Lake; two great-grandchildren, Hanna and Kemsley Walker of Casper, and several nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents; two sisters, Edna Degan and Betty Defa; and four brothers, Franklin, Johnnie, Warden McMillan and Fred Carlyle. --- Rock Springs Daily Rocket-Miner, Nov 13, 2011 TRINIDAD SALAS A rosary for Trinidad Salas was conducted at Immaculate Conception Church on Monday, Nov. 7, 2011. A mass was celebrated at Tuesday, Nov. 8, 2011. Cremation has taken place. Mr. Salas died Nov. 2, 2011. He was born on Sept. 30, 1917, in Del Rio Texas. He spent his early life in Mexico where he was raised by his grandparents and uncles. He was married on Sept. 14, 1944, to Elena Castillon in Guerrero, Coahuila, Mexico. He later returned to the USA and resided in Eagle Pass, Texas, where he brought his wife Elena and his first two children Joe and Juan. The couple was happily married for 67 years at the time of his death. He worked many years as a working ranch cowboy and horse trainer in Texas, Utah, Nevada, California and Wyoming. His working career in Green River began during the late 1940s. He worked at the Union Pacific Railroad and much later his last job upon retirement was at Texas Gulf in Green River, He lived in Green River most of his life. His interests were training horses, braiding rawhide cowboy gear, and hunting with friends and family. He was also passionate about playing the guitar which included singing and recording his music. He played guitar and sang at the Immaculate Conception Church for Sunday Mass for many years. He is survived by his wife, Elena C, Salas; sons, Joe R. Salas, Juan T. Salas, Ed Saias, Lee Salas, Bernard Salas and Evelio Salas; and daughter, Maria Bardales; 15 grandchildren and 24 great-grandchildren. --- Rock Springs Daily Rocket-Miner, Nov 13, 2011 EUGENE ELDEN SELLERS Funeral services for Eugene Elden Sellers were conducted Saturday, Nov. 5, 2011, at the Farson Community Hall in Farson. Interment was in the Eden Valley Cemetery in Farson. Mr. Sellers, 75, of Farson, died Friday, Oct. 28, 2011, at his residence. He was born July 30, 1936, in Rock Springs, the son of Richard Eugene Sellers and Ada Rosella Pate Sellers. He attended schools in Rock Springs and Farson and graduated from Farson-Eden High School. He completed one year at Brigham Young University in Provo, Utah, before leaving on a two-year mission for The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints to Central America. After his return, he served two years in the military and was stationed in San Francisco, Calif. He married Amy Lou White on Aug. 8, 1960, in Salt Lake City. Survivors include his wife, Amy Sellers of Rock Springs; daughter, Linda Lou Sellers Simonson; five sons, Dal Eugene, Elde Scott, Lony Dee, Fane Robert and Kaly Don; two brothers, Raymond Roy Sellers and John Albert Sellers; two sisters, Ida May Sellers Franc and Eva Sellers Mudrow; and 44 grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents; two sisters, Ella McCurdy and Rose Simonson; two Sons, Zeno Roy Sellers and Rod Albert Sellers, and one grandson, Nathan Eugene Sellers. --- Green River Star, Nov 16, 2011 Brian Anthony Bonomo Brian Anthony Bonomo, 35, of Cheyenne passed away Nov. 12, 2011, at Memorial Hospital of Converse County in Douglas due to injuries he sustained in an automobile accident. He had been a resident of Cheyenne, Laramie, Denver and long time resident of Rock Springs. He was born April 8, 1976, in Rock Springs, the son of Gary and Dorothy Bonomo. Bonomo attended schools in Rock Springs and was a 1994 graduate of the Rock Springs High School. Bonomo was a member of the high school tennis team, basketball team and Gros Ventre National Honor Society. He attended and graduated from Western Wyoming Community College in 1996 and was the outstanding graduate for faculty and peer selection. Bonomo graduated from the University of Wyoming in August of 1997 with a Bachelor of Science degree in finance and was named University of Wyoming College of Business Outstanding Graduate. He interned for Senator Alan Simpson in Washington, D.C., in 1995. Bonomo was employed as a portfolio accountant for Great West Life in Denver and recently as a CDL driver for Knife River Construction in Cheyenne. His interests included golfing, snow skiing and attending family functions. Survivors include his parents Gary and Dorothy Bonomo of Rock Springs; one brother Michael S. Bonomo and wife Michelle of Lancaster, Calif.; one sister Jeanne Benoit and husband Mike of Menlo Park, Calif.; aunts and uncles Pat and Dave Johnson of Cheyenne, Annette and B.J. Johnson, Jeanne and Glenn Mason, Lynn and Keith Hay, all of Rock Springs; two nephews, two nieces and 10 cousins. He was preceded in death by his paternal grandparents Chick and Lena Bonomo, maternal grandparents Emmett and Hazel Menghini, aunt Marianne Bonomo, uncle Chuck Bonomo, and cousins Jim and Paul Mason. A Mass of Christian burial will be celebrated at 11 a.m. Friday at Saints Cyril & Methodius Catholic Church, 633 Bridger Avenue, Rock Springs. A vigil service with rosary will be recited at 6 p.m. Thursday at the Vase Funeral Chapel, 154 Elk Street, Rock Springs. Interment will be in the Rock Springs Municipal Cemetery. Friends may call at the Vase Chapel on Thursday from 4 p.m. until time of rosary and again on Friday at the chapel until time of services. The family of Brian Anthony Bonomo respectfully suggests that donations in his memory be made to Holy Spirit Catholic Community, 116 Broadway, Rock Springs, WY 82901. --- Green River Star, Nov 23, 2011 Jim Callas Jim Callas, 77, succumbed to mesothelioma on Nov. 18, 2011, after fighting a difficult and courageous battle. He was born on May 15, 1934, in Helper, Utah, the son of William Callas, Sr. and Joan Riccardo Callas. The family moved to Superior where he attended Superior High School and later received his G.E.D. He served in the United States Air Force from 1951 to 1955 during the Korean Conflict, spending most of his time in England. After returning home he worked for the Union Pacific Railroad, Desert Oil Company and McFadden Wholesale. He then worked for the City of Rock Springs as a police officer for 20 years. He was very active with the Police Protective Association for many years, holding several offices including president as well as working at the state level. He was instrumental in the formation of the Rock Springs Detective Division. During his years with the police department, he also worked in partnership operating a small drywall business. Afterwards, he worked for the Sweetwater County Road and Bridge for 20 years, retiring in 2000. He remained with the county as a part time employee as a certified voting official which he thoroughly enjoyed as he made wonderful friendships. On May 4, 1957, he married Rosemary Corona Callas at Saints Cyril and Methodius Catholic Church. He is survived by his wife Rosemary of Rock Springs; his brother and sister-in-law William “Bill” Callas, Jr. and Sally of Rock Springs; his special stepmother Annie of Utah; sister Phyllis Christensen of Utah; half-sister Goldie Drollinger and husband Steve of Utah and half sister Sonja Dods and husband John of Utah; sister-in-law Vicky Callas of Rock Springs; sister-in-law Antonia Paravicini of Arizona; brother-in-law Tony Corona of Colorado; six grandchildren and many nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents William Callas, Sr. and Joan Spensko; brothers John Callas and Tom Callas; sister-in-law Elizabeth Callas; niece Carla Callas Gramke; brother-in-law Rudy Paravicini; father-in-law and mother-in-law John and Colomba Corona; half-brothers Dennis Spensko and Louis Paul Spensko and brother-in-law Frank Stavar. He was a devout Catholic passionately serving his church in many capacities. He was proud to be a 4th Degree Knight of Columbus. He was also a member of Trentini Club, B.P.O. Elks, F.O. Eagles and American Legion. A mass of Christian burial will be celebrated at 10 a.m. Nov. 26, 2011, at the Saints Cyril & Methodius Catholic Church in Rock Springs. A vigil service with rosary will be recited at 6 p.m. Nov. 25, 2011. Military honors and interment will be in the St. Joseph’s Section of the Rock Springs Municipal Cemetery. Friends may call at the church on Friday from 4 p.m. until time of rosary and again on Saturday at the church one hour prior to services. --- Rock Springs Daily Rocket-Miner, Nov 27, 2011 BEVERLY JEAN SCHWARZ BURTON Funeral services for Beverly Jean Schwarz Burton were conducted Saturday, Nov. 19, 2011, in the Farson-Eden Community Center in Farson. Interment was in the Eden Valley Cemetery in Farson. Mrs. Burton, 88, of Farson, died Thursday, Nov. 10, 2011, at the Heritage Care Center in American Fork, Utah. She was born April 5, 1923, the daughter of Emil August Schwarz and Maude Evelyn Edwards in Kearney, Neb. She married Joseph Burton on March 31, 1944, in Kearney. The marriage was solemnized in the Logan LDS Temple. She was a member of the Eden Valley Progress Club and 4-H Club leader who specialized in sewing and cooking. She made quilts on special occasions for many people, including her children and grandchildren. She was also known for her baking. Survivors include her children, Stephen Burton and wife Connie, Ed Burton and wife Tory and Lawrence Burton and wife Janet; son-in-law, Fred "Bud” Uncapher; 16 grandchildren; and 27 great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, Joseph; daughter, Beverly Sue Uncapher; and, brother, Homer Schwarz. --- Rock Springs Daily Rocket-Miner, Nov 27, 2011 KARI ANN FINCH A mass of Christian burial for Kari Ann Finch was celebrated Wednesday, Nov. 16, 2011, at the SS. Cyril and Methodius Catholic Church in Rock Springs. Inurnment was at the Angel of Light Columbarium at Rest Haven Memorial Gardens, north of Rock Springs. Cremation has taken place. Ms. Finch, 19, of Rock Springs, died Thursday, Nov. 10, 2011, at her home. She had been a lifelong Rock Springs resident. She was born Nov. 11, 1991, in Rock Springs, the daughter of Robert Lee Finch and Holly Jan Tracy. She attended schools in Rock Springs and was a Rock Springs High School graduate with the class of 2010. She also attended Western Wyoming Community College. She worked as a clerk at Fashion Bug and Staples. Her interests included art, history, dragons, movies, playing the Wii, video games, camping and animals. Survivors include her mother, Holly Finch of Rock Springs; father, Robert Finch of Green River; sister, Brandi Finch of Rock Springs; and grandparents, Jan and Bob Tracy of Rock Springs and Dorothy and Norman Finch of Green River. --- Rock Springs Daily Rocket-Miner, Nov 27, 2011 JAMES L. “JIM” HOCH Funeral services for James L. "Jim" Hoch were conducted Saturday, Nov. 19, 2011, at the Vase Funeral Chapel in Rock Springs. Military graveside services and interment were in the Rest Haven Memorial Gardens. Mr. Hoch, 67, of Rock Springs, died Sunday, Nov. 13, 2011, at his home. A longtime Rock Springs resident and former resident of Evanston, he died following a lengthy illness. He was born Aug. 29, 1944, in Powell, the son of Lloyd James and Ann Lee Kysar Hoch. He attended schools in Powell. He married Margaret Hughes on Feb. 24, 1979, in Evanston. She preceded him in death on Nov. 5, 2003. Mr. Hoch was a U.S. Army veteran during peacetime. He worked as a drilling consultant for many years and owned and operated Summit Pets for 20 years. His interests included golfing, fishing and spending time with his family. Survivors include four sons, Jerry L. Hoch of Rock Springs, Robert Stratton and wife Elaine and Lloyd J. Hoch, all of Las Vegas, and Dave McKendrick and wife Dawn of Spearfish, S.D.; three daughters, Tami Traylor and husband Rick, Savannah Hoch and companion Cecil Cooley and Ashley Dawn Packard and husband Richard, all of Rock Springs; brother, Robert Hoch of Wagner, Okla.; sister, Sandra Sue Billups and husband Bob of Wagner; 15 grandchildren; four great-grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents; wife, Margaret Hoch; son, Roger Hoch; two daughters, Karen Sue and Sheila; brother, John; and sister, Joy. --- Rock Springs Daily Rocket-Miner, Nov 27, 2011 ROBERT A. LIBERTY Funeral services for Robert A. Liberty were conducted Wednesday, Nov. 16, 2011, at the Union Congregational Church in Green River. Military honors and interment were in the Riverview Cemetery. Mr. Liberty, 81, of Green River, died Friday, Nov. 11, 2011 at Memorial Hospital of Sweetwater County in Rock Springs. A longtime Green River resident and former resident of Laramie, he died following a sudden illness. He was born Oct. 12, 1930, in Sunrise, the son of Archie R. and Jessie Liberty. He attended schools in Manville and McFadden and was a 1950 McFadden High School graduate. He also obtained an associate of arts degree through his work. Mr. Liberty was a U.S. Army veteran of the Korean War and served from 1952-54. When he returned from Korea, he worked in Laramie as a police officer. He married Melba Hammond Liberty on June 3, 1956. They moved from Laramie to Green River in 1961. He worked for Union Pacific Railroad as a special agent and at Stauffer Chemical, Western Wyoming Community College and General Chemical. Mr. Liberty and his wife owned Liberty Laundry until 2000 when they retired. He was a member of Union Congregational Church, American Legion Archie Hay Post No. 24 and Veterans of Foreign Wars. His interests included making hand-crafted beaded jewelry and spending time with his family and friends. Survivors include his wife, Melba J. Liberty of Green River; two sons, Mike Liberty and wife Cherri of Green River and David Liberty and wife Casey of Rapid City, S.D., daughter, Roberta Kniffen and husband Randy of Greeley, Colo.; 11 grandchildren; 28 great-grandchildren; and several nieces, nephews and cousins. He was preceded in death by his parents, sister, Evelyn Vollmer; and brother, George Liberty. --- Green River Star, Nov 30, 2011 Lola M. Knezovich Lola M. Knezovich, 93, of Reliance passed away Nov. 23, 2011, at Memorial Hospital of Sweetwater County. A longtime resident of Reliance, Knezovich died following a brief illness. She was born Aug. 2, 1918, in Council Bluffs, Iowa, the daughter of the late Raphael and Margaret Cope. Knezovich attended schools in Council Bluffs, Iowa, and graduated high school there. She married Peter J. Knezovich in Salt Lake City on Aug. 24, 1944, and he preceded her in death Nov. 8, 1982. Knezovich was a waitress in Green River for Union Pacific Railroad. Her interests included fishing and rock hunting with her husband and crocheting. She was a member of Holy Spirit Catholic Community. Survivors include two sisters-in-law Helen Mattinson of Green River and Olga Knezovich of Rock Springs; several nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents, husband and one daughter Joyce. Cremation has taken place and a Mass of Christian burial was celebrated today at Our Lady of Sorrows Catholic Church in Rock Springs. Interment was in Rock Springs Municipal Cemetery. --- Green River Star, Nov 30, 2011 Martha Adelia Dansart Martha Adelia Dansart, 95, of Rock Springs, passed away Nov. 27, 2011, at the Sage View Care Center following a lengthy illness. She was born June 23, 1916, in Macomb, Illinois, the daughter of the late Henry and Katie Wilcox Lawrence. She attended schools in Illinois and graduated from the Western Illinois State Teacher’s College and Academy. She married Louis Dansart in Macomb on June 29, 1935, and he preceded her in death on May 10, 2005. Following their marriage, they moved to East Moline, Illinois, where she became active as a 4-H Club leader and in extension work. In 1959, they moved to Wyoming to enjoy hunting, fishing and camping in the Wyoming mountains. In 1961, they moved to Rock Springs, where she continued her work with community service and extension work. She was a member of Holy Spirit Catholic Community and Harmony Homemakers. She was a honorary member of Federated Woman’s Club of Rock Springs, where she combined her community services with her Woman’s Club work. She remained active in those activities until ill health caused her to relinquish many of her duties. Her interests were her home and her husband. She enjoyed reading, needlework, crafts, and cooking. Survivors include her nephew David and Mary Ann Dansart of Tinley Park, Illinois. A Mass of Christian burial will be celebrated at 11 a.m. Dec. 2, at the Saints Cyril & Methodius Catholic Church Rock Springs. Cremation will follow at the Vase White Mountain Crematory and inurnment will be at the Rock Springs Municipal Cemetery at a later date. --- Rock Springs Daily Rocket-Miner, Dec 4, 2011 AMBER BLOSSOM RIVERTON - A mass of Christian burial for Amber Blossom was celebrated Monday, Nov. 28, 2011, at the SS. Cyril and Methodius Catholic Church, Rock Springs. Interment was in Rest Haven Memorial Gardens, north of Rock Springs. Miss Blossom, 15, of Riverton, died Monday, Nov. 21, 2011, at her home. She was a resident of Riverton for the past year and former resident of Juneau, Alaska. She was born March 14, 1996, in Rock Springs, the daughter of Timothy Blossom and Danielle Gunyan Bernatis. She was a sophomore at Riverton High School. Her interests included cooking, writing poetry, singing, reading, drawing and any kind of music. Survivors include her father, Tim Blossom and stepmother Catie of Riverton; mother, Danielle Bernatis and stepfather Terry of Rock Springs; four brothers, Sean Blossom of Denver, and Tylar Blossom, Terry Ayden Bernatis and Edward Ray Bernatis, all of Rock Springs; two sisters, Nicole Catherine Blossom of Riverton and Kaylee Bernatis of Rock Springs; paternal grandparents, Ron Blossom and wife Sherry of Rock Springs and Sue Nees of Grand Junction, Colo.; maternal grandparents, Roger and JoAnn Gunyan of Rock Springs; step-grandparents, Tom and Kathy Bernatis of Rock Springs and Miles and Mary Sticka of Billings, Mont.; paternal great-grandparents, Joe and Edie Shelly of Raton, N.M.; maternal great-grandparents, Herman and Trudy Albertini of Rock Springs; and several aunts, uncles and cousins. --- Rock Springs Daily Rocket-Miner, Dec 4, 2011 SAM A. KARICIAN Military graveside services for Sam A. Karician were conducted in the Riverview Cemetery in Green River. Mr. Karician, 85, of Green River, died Saturday, Nov. 26, 2011, following a brief illness. He was surrounded by his family. He was born March 17, 1926, in Green River, to Mike and Lucille Baghdian-Karician. In 1943, at the age of 17, he left high school to join the U.S. Army. He spent his World War II active duty time in a tank battalion in Europe. Upon his discharge, he returned to Wyoming, where he joined the National Guard and spent several years with the Green River unit. Mr. Karician worked for the U.P. Express Office at the post office. He started work at Stauffer Chemical in 1964 and retired December 31, 1985. His interests included his family, books, reading and gambling trips with the Slaughter family. He is survived by his three sons, John Krmpotich and wife Jana, Ritchie Krmpotich and wife Debbie and Bob Krmpotich and wife Paula; sister, Sharon and husband Bob Cuthbertson; brother-in-law, Don Tyler; brother, Harry Karician; nine grandchildren; 10 great-grandchildren; several nieces and nephews; and his best friend, Dee Slaughter. He was preceded in death by his parents; mother- and father-in-law, Rich and Margaret Stanton; baby brother, who died at birth; sister, Mary and husband Howard Sassilian; sisters-in-law, Elaine Karician and Liz Tyler; brother in-law, Richard "Dick" Stanton; and grandson, Jess Patterson. His family will receive relatives and friends at the family home at 115 Powell St., Green River. Pallbearers include Don Cuthbertson, Kevin Cuthbertson, Bobby Krmpotich, Sam Krmpotich, Matt Curtis and Dan Lawes. Honorary pallbearers include Bob Cuthbertson, Jay Patterson, Bill Mayo, Dee Slaughter and Robb Slaughter. --- Rock Springs Daily Rocket-Miner, Dec 4, 2011 LOUIS HARLEN KORITNIK CHEYENNE - A memorial service for Louis Harlen Koritnik was celebrated Saturday, Nov. 28, 2011, at the Holy Trinity Church in Cheyenne. Interment was in Farson. Mr. Koritnik, 78, died Tuesday, Nov. 22, 2011, at the Davis Hospice in Cheyenne. He was born April 3, 1933, the son of Louis Koritnik and Josephine Koritnik Westbrook. He attended school in Rock Springs and graduated from Farson High School. He married Ada Cady of Eden. They had three sons. He is survived by his sons, Michael and wife Judy of Cheyenne, Steve and wife Toni of Carr, Colo., and Joe and wife Janet of Lovell; two brothers, Joe Koritnik of Cheyenne and Ed Westbrook of Olympia, Wash; two sisters, Mary Washam of Pinedale and Judy Abram of Rock Springs, and five grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his wife, Ada; parents; brother, Steve; and stepfather, William Westbrook. --- Rock Springs Daily Rocket-Miner, Dec 4, 2011 KEVIN H. ROBERTSON Funeral services for Kevin H. Robertson were conducted Friday, Dec. 2, 2011, at the Green River LDS Stake Center in Green River. Interment was in the Riverview Cemetery in Green River. Mr. Robertson, 55, of Green River, died Thanksgiving Day, Thursday, November 24, 2011, in Rock Springs after a battle with cancer. He was born Oct. 2, 1956 in Pocatello, Idaho, the son of Homer Leon Robertson and Reba McDaniel Robertson. He attended schools in Pocatello and graduated from Pocatello High School with the class of 1974. In December 1975, he was called to serve a two-year mission for the LDS Church in Fukuoka, Japan. Following his mission, he met Pennie Lee Stoor, They were married on July 6, 1979, in the Idaho Falls LDS Temple. They lived in Pocatello. They moved to Green River, where they lived for 28 years. He worked for Union Pacific Railroad for the past 38 years. He served the LDS in various capacities including scout master, elder's quorum president, young men's president, bishop, stake high council member and a primary teacher. His interests included golfing, baseball, camping, traveling, playing games, spending time with his family and helping friends and family members with home repairs and remodeling projects. Survivors include his wife, Pennie Robertson of Green River; son, Cory Leon Robertson and wife Karen of Green River; daughters, Erin Marie Parker and husband Jason of Rock Springs, Heather Ann Robertson of Sandy, Utah, and Kendall Dawn Valenciano and husband John of Green River; mother-in-law, Velma Stoor of Pocatello; sisters, Myrna Grayson and husband Jay of Idaho Falls, Jean Miller and husband Tim of St. George, Utah, and Ellen Call and husband William of Pocatello; sister-in-law, Mary Robertson of Dublin, Ohio; grandsons, John Kevin Parker and Max Brian Parker; and numerous aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents; brother, Jay Robertson; and father-in-law, Max David Stoor. --- Green River Star, Dec 14, 2011 Richard Axel Overy Richard Axel Overy, 72, of Sandy, Utah, passed away Dec. 5, 2011, at Alta View Hospital in Sandy, Utah. He was born Aug. 5, 1939, in Rock Springs, the son of Thomas Overy Jr. and Axelina Johnson. Overy attended school in Rock Springs and was a 1957 graduate of Rock Springs High School. He also attended Radio Institute in Denver. He married Verlina Christensen on April 12, 1984, in Sandy, Utah. Overy was a United States Army veteran of the Vietnam War and was stationed in the Panama Theatre. Overy was the owner and operator of D.O. Maintenance for 25 years when ill health forced his retirement in 2009. His interests included playing pool, working and spending time with his grandchildren. He was a member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints; Murray Senior Citizens Center and Sandy Senior Citizens Center. Survivors include his wife Verlina Overy of Sandy, Utah; one son Mark Richard Overy and wife Tracey of Salt Lake City; two stepdaughters Janette Barker and husband Kent of South Jordan, Utah, and Lanette Bee and husband Ken of North Ogden, Utah; two brothers Thomas Donald Overy and wife Wanda of Mesquite, Nev., and Ray Overy and wife Jan of Rock Springs; six grandchildren; one niece and one nephew. He was preceded in death by his parents and one nephew Jimmy Overy. Funeral services were conducted Saturday at the Vase Funeral Chapel in Rock Springs. Interment was in Rock Springs Municipal Cemetery. --- Green River Star, Dec 14, 2011 Ronald E. Comstock Ronald E. Comstock, 77, of Rock Springs passed away Dec. 7, 2011, at his home. A long time resident of Rock Springs, Comstock died following a lengthy illness. He was born Oct. 30, 1934, in Oscaloosa, Iowa, the son of the late Ralph Comstock and Bertha Dijoun. Comstock attended schools in Reliance and Rock Springs. He was a 1953 graduate of the Rock Springs High School. He married Rita Lou Matthews in Rock Springs on Feb. 21, 1958. Comstock was a United States Army veteran. He was employed at Church and Dwight for 28 years, and he retired as a superintendent Dec. 31, 1996. His interests included fishing, reading, spending time with his grandchildren, woodworking and traveling to the family cabin. Survivors include his wife Rita Lou Comstock of Rock Springs; one son Kenneth Comstock and wife Gina of Rock Springs; one daughter Tina Linkenauger of Rock Springs; one brother Melvin ‘Shorty' Comstock of Phoenix; one sister Janice Layos of Rock Springs; three grandchildren of Rock Springs. He was preceded in death by his parents. --- Fox Funeral Home, Dec 17, 2011 Robert Lee Volsey Robert Lee Volsey, 74, a lifelong resident of Rock Springs, died Friday, December 16, 2011 at his home after a lengthy battle with cancer. He was born November 24, 1937 in Rock Springs, the son of Jack J. Volsey and Julia Fabiny Volsey. He attended schools in Rock Springs and graduated from Rock Springs High School with the class of 1956. He also graduated from the Dallas Institute of Mortuary Science. He married Ruth Ethel Daly on August 14, 1960 in Rock Springs. He was a member of Our Lady of Sorrows Catholic Church. He was also a lifetime member of B.P.O.E. He owned and operated R.L. Volsey Funeral Chapel. He later worked as a funeral director at Fox Funeral Home. He had been employed as a miner at both Stauffer Chemical and T.G. Soda Ash, as a deputy with Sweetwater County Sheriffs Department and was owner and operator of White Eagle Motor, and later was a driver for Sweetwater Medics. His interests were hunting, horses, motorcycling, building with wood, building his own home and garage, and working with metal, rebuilding a 38' Airstream Trailer and other projects. His other interests were Dobermans and everything that involved family. He rode on the Pony Express commemorative ride in 1960, was a founding member of Sweetwater County Search and Rescue, and spearheaded the Boars Tusk Sand Rally for several years. He taught his wife, kids and grandkids to ride motorcycles. Survivors include his wife Ruth Volsey; son Jack J. Volsey II and wife Carol; daughter Janeen Ellen Volsey and husband Keith Chugg; grandson 2nd Lieutenant Robert Lee Volsey II and granddaughters Rachael Lynn Volsey and Amanda Jane Chugg; several aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces and nephews; and his granddog Mitzy Dupree. He was preceded in death by his parents, infant son Robert L. Volsey and infant grandson Michael John Volsey. A Mass of Christian burial will be celebrated at 10:30 a.m. Thursday December 22, 2011 at Our Lady of Sorrows Catholic Church, A Street and Broadway. The Reverend Carl Beavers will officiate. Friends may call 6:00 - 8:00 p.m. Wednesday December 21, 2011 at Fox Funeral Home, 2800 Commercial Way, Rock Springs. A parish rosary will be recited at 6:00 pm at the funeral home. Interment will take place at the St. Joseph section of the Rock Springs Municipal Cemetery. Friends and family are invited to a luncheon at the Volsey home, 538 Washakie Dr., Rock Springs following the interment. --- Rock Springs Daily Rocket-Miner, Dec 18, 2011 Marilyn D. (Teters) Lee Marilyn D. (Teters) Lee, 70, of Rock Springs, died Friday, Dec. 2, 2011, at her home surrounded by family. She was born Oct. 26, 1941, the daughter of Jack and Margaret (Tommie) Teters of Rock Springs. She married Richard "Dick" Lee on July 25, 1964, in Rock Springs. Their marriage was solemnized on Aug. 22, 1970, in the Manti, Utah, LDS Temple. She grew up in Rock Springs and graduated from Rock Springs High School in 1960. She worked for Mountain Bell, Mountain Fuel, John Lee's Texaco and McFadden Wholesale. She was an active member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints and performed callings in the Primary, Relief Society, Sunday School and was a dedicated visiting teacher. Her interests included reading, art, calligraphy, ceramics, serving others and her family, especially her grandchildren. She was a member of the Red Hat Society and a volunteer at Memorial Hospital of Sweetwater County for many years. She is survived by her husband of 47 years; son, Rick Lee and his wife Carma Lee of Rock Springs; daughters, Margaret of Midvale, Utah, Corina Lee of Rock Springs and Nancy Lee of Rexburg, Idaho; grandchildren, Marilyn "Lyn" Lee of Provo, Utah, Nicole Davidson and husband Nathan of Springville, Utah, and Krista, Trey and Jordyn Lee of Rock Springs; great-grandchild, Braxton Davidson of Springville, Utah; brother, Chuck Teters and wife Bonnie of Rock Springs and Bob Teters of Fayetteville, Ark.; and several nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents, Jack and Tommie Teters. --- Rock Springs Daily Rocket-Miner, Dec 18, 2011 CHRISTENA I. BEHUNIN Funeral services for Christena I. Behunin were conducted Wednesday, Dec. 14, 2011, at the McKinnon LDS Chapel. Bishop Rowdy Muir officiated. Interment was in the McKinnon Cemetery in McKinnon. Pallbearers were Jay Lofton, Lance Lofton, Kevin Behunin, Wade Lupher, Wes Lupher, John Lupher and Hubert McAllister. Mrs. Behunin, 98, of Burnt Fork, died Friday, Dec. 9, 2011, at her granddaughter's home in McKinnon. She was born April 18, 1913, in McKinnon, the daughter of Eli Ephraim Slagowski and Susie May Merchant Slagowski. She attended schools in McKinnon and Cheyenne. She married Orson Nathan Behunin on Dec. 23, 1930, in Evanston. He preceded her in death on March 17, 1975. She was a member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. She was also a member of the McKinnon Homemakers Club. Her interests included her family, ranching and horses. Survivors include her son, Karl E. Behunin of Fort Bridger; daughters, Myrna C. Behunin Lupher of Mountain View and Geraldine Behunin Lofton of Green River; brothers Floyd Slagowski of Pine Valley, Nev., and Leo Slagowski of Vernal, Utah; 22 grandchildren; 41 great-grandchildren; 30 great-great-grandchildren; and numerous nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents; husband, Orson Behunin; son, Donald Behunin; daughters, Bonney Jorgensen and Shirley A. McCallister; four brothers; two sisters, and seven grandchildren. --- Rock Springs Daily Rocket-Miner, Dec 18, 2011 FRANK BOZNER SR. Funeral services for Frank Bozner Sr. were conducted Tuesday, Dec, 13, 2011, at the SS. Cyril and Methodius Catholic Church in Rock Springs. Father Carl Beavers conducted the service. Mr. Bozner, 78, of Rock Springs, died Thursday, Dec. 8, 2011, at the Sage View Care Center. He was born March 30, 1933, in Green River, the son of Louis and Elizabeth Bozner. He graduated from Green River High School in 1955. He married Charlene Bozner on Aug. 31, 1957, in Humble, Texas. They later divorced. He worked for the Wyoming Highway Department for many years. Survivors include six daughters, Charlotte "Mickey" and husband David Stafford of Livingston, Texas, Pamela K. and husband Alvin Albrecht of Paige, Texas, Melanie Johnson of Green River, Karen and husband Ryan Nipper of Hudson, Michelle Currier of Green River and Ivanka and husband Vince Slominski of Caldwell, Texas; three sons, Frank Bozner Jr. and wife Tracey of Cleveland, Texas, Michael of Rock Springs and Charles Anthony "Toney" Bozner of Rock Springs; two sisters, Mary Marchetti of San Ysidro, Calif., and Jenny Davis of Green River; brother, Cyril Bozner of Coalinga, Calif.; grandchildren, Brandi, Britany and Raylee Nipper, all of Hudson, Shane and Matthew Johnson of Green River, John and David Light of Paige, Texas, Rickey and Frank Coppock of Beaumont, Texas, and Sarah Currier of Green River; and two great-grandchildren Rosemarie Ann Light and Kaisan Grace Wyant. He was preceded in death by his parents; two brothers, John Yeager and Willie Bozner; and four sisters, Betty Roderick, Freda Brittenham, Tillie Howa and Louise Stewart. --- Rock Springs Daily Rocket-Miner, Dec 18, 2011 MARY LEE BRICE A mass of Christian burial for Mary Lee Brice was celebrated Tuesday, Dec. 13, 2011 at the Immaculate Conception Catholic Church in Green River. A vigil service with rosary was recited Monday, Dec. 12, 2011 at the church. Interment will be in the Riverview Cemetery. Mrs. Brice, 65, of Green River, died Wednesday, Dec. 7, 2011 at Memorial Hospital of Sweetwater County. A longtime Green River resident, she had been in ill health since May 2010. She was born Jan. 10, 1946, in New Roads, La., the daughter of Edmond and Mable St. Romain Bueche. She attended schools in Glen Oaks, La., and graduated from Glen Oaks High School in 1964. She married Richard Brice in February 1965 in Baton Rouge, La. Mrs. Brice worked at the YWCA as a child care provider for 15 years. Her interests included spending time with her family, crafts, camping, cooking and fishing. Mrs. Brice was a member of Immaculate Conception Catholic Church. Survivors include her husband, Richard Brice of Green River; two sons, Clint Brice and wife Korinne and Richard Brice Jr. and wife Rebecca, all of Green River, daughter, Deborah Plummer of Rock Springs; brother, Edmond Bueche Jr. of Baton Rouge; sister, Betty Bueche of Baton Rouge; 11 grandchildren, and several nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents; and one grandson, Colton Brice. --- Rock Springs Daily Rocket-Miner, Dec 18, 2011 ROBERT J. KORITNIK GULFPORT, Miss.--Robert J. Koritnik, 71, died Saturday, Nov. 19, 2011, in Gulfport, Miss. A memorial will be conducted in Rock Springs next summer. He was born Feb. 28, 1940, in Boncarbo, Colo. He was raised and educated in Rock Springs, including 16 years in Quealy. He graduated from Rock Springs High School in 1958 and worked for North Side State Bank for four years. He spent four years in the Navy and served in Okinawa and Vietnam. After he was discharged, he settled in Gulfport and lived along the Gulf Coast for the rest of his life. He worked in the marinas in and around Gulfport for many years. After the boat docks closed, he worked at the local hospital. His interests included humor, poetry, gardening, cooking and baking. Survivors include his brothers, John Vidakovich of Centennial, Colo., and Charles Koritnik of Casper; and sister, Caroline Kale of Billings, Mont. He was preceded in death by his parents, Isador and Yuste Koritnik; a sister; and a brother. --- Fox Funeral Home Kent R. Gablenz Kent R. Gablenz, 59, of Rock Springs died Tuesday, December 20, 2011 at his home. He was born September 10, 1952 in Salt Lake City, the son of Raymond Joseph Gablenz and Vera Bringherst Gablenz. He attended schools in Rawlins and graduated from Rawlins High School with the class of 1970. He married Kay Pilcher in 1983 in Rawlins. He was a member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. His interests were fishing, golfing, watching Bronco games and spending time with his grandkids. Survivors include his wife Kay Gablenz of Rock Springs; daughters, Lucinda Gablenz of Sacramento, California, and Jennifer Gablenz of Rock Springs; brother Greg Gablenz of Riverside, California, sisters Marsha Mason and husband Greg of Reno, Nevada, and Sandra Gablenz of Cheyenne; grandchildren Erin Kay and Dustin Lee Darlington both of Rock Springs; several aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents, brother, Brad Gablenz, and granddaughter, Breann Darlington. Cremation has taken place at Fox Crematory, Rock Springs. Memorial services will be conducted at 2:00 p.m. Friday, January 6, 2011 at the White Mountain LDS Chapel, 3315 White Mountain Blvd., Rock Springs. Inurnment will take place at Rest Haven Memorial Gardens. --- Fox Funeral Home, Dec 24, 2011 Lucy Anita Urrutia Lucy Anita Urrutia, 90, of Rock Springs died Thursday, December 22, 2011 at the home of her daughter after a lengthy illness. She was born March 12, 1921 in Sopris, Colorado, the daughter of Benjamin Lopez and Sarah Vigil Lopez. She attended schools in Colorado and graduated from high school with the class of 1939. She married Robert Urrutia Sr. He preceded her in death on August 20, 1975. Mrs. Urrutia was of Christian faith. Her interests were baking home made bread, cooking, playing the accordion, dancing, and most importantly her family. Survivors include her sons Robert Urrutia and wife Darlene, Mark Urrutia and wife Kathy, Moses Urrutia and wife Hope, all of Rock Springs; daughters, Magdalena Urrutia Suazo, Lucy Unger-Case and husband Dennis, Barbara Holgate and husband David, and Connie Thomas and husband Bill; brother Felix Vigil Jr. and wife Naomi of Pueblo, Colorado; 28 grandchildren, 34 great-grandchildren, and 6 great-great-grandchildren; numerous nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents Benjamin and Sara Lopez, husband Robert Urrutia Sr., her foster parents who raised her Felix and Blandina Vigil, son Fred Urrutia III, son-in-law Jack Unger Sr., grandchildren Jack Unger Jr., Allyenne Urrutia-Ebersold, and Rosanna Thomas, great-grandchildren Larissa Hale and Baby Brian Friel. Funeral services will be conducted at 1:00 p.m. Tuesday, December 27, 2011 at Fox Funeral Home, 2800 Commercial Way, Rock Springs. Friends may call from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. Monday, December 26, 2011 and Tuesday one hour prior to the services at the funeral home. Interment will be in the Rock Springs Municipal Cemetery. --- Rock Springs Daily Rocket-Miner, Dec 25, 2011 FRANCISCO “PONCHO” GIL Following cremation, a celebration of life for Francisco "Poncho" Gil was conducted Monday, Dec. 19, 2011, at the Outlaw Inn, Rock Springs. Mr. Gil, 84, of Rock Springs, died Thursday, Dec. 15, 2011, at the Memorial Hospital of Sweetwater County. A longtime Rock Springs resident and former longtime resident of Superior, he died following a brief illness. He was born July 21, 1927, in Superior, the son of Jesus and Salud Hernandez Gil. He attended schools in Superior. He married Denise Kunze. Mr. Gil worked at the Outlaw Inn as a maintenance supervisor and retired in December 2010 after working for 61 years. His interests included hunting, fishing, reading, watching Westerns on television and playing with his dog. He was a member of Mount of Olives Lutheran Church. Survivors include his wife, Denise; four sons, Cody Gil and fiance Yermin Espinoza, Larry Gil and Terry Gil, all of Rock Springs, and Jesse Gil of Littleton, Colo.; nine daughters, Sally White and husband Darus of Rock Springs, Annette Muckleroy and husband Jack of Houston, Eden Gil and fiance Dustin Martin of Grand Junction, Colo., Sandra Dark and husband Claude of Kansas City, Kan,, Deanne Perry and husband Mark of Chippewa Falls, Wis., Paulette Anderson and husband Karl of Highlands Ranch, Colo., Frances Andikoetxea and husband Juan of Green River, Bobbie Thorton and husband Jerry of Dugway, Utah, and Billie Parsons of Dugway, Utah; two brothers, Jessie Gil and Joseph Gil and wife Margaret, all of Rock Springs; three sisters, Ester Connors of Denver, Aurora Petty of Rock Springs and Theresa Thomas and husband John of Denver; 24 grandchildren; six great-grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents; brother, Elias Gil; and one great-grandson, Brandon Skiles. --- Rock Springs Daily Rocket-Miner, Dec 25, 2011 ROMAN O. MALDONADO EAGLE PASS, Texas--A mass of Christian burial for Roman O. Maldonado was celebrated Tuesday, Dec. 20, 2011, at the Immaculate Conception Catholic Church, Green River. A rosary was recited Monday, Dec. 19, 2011, at the church. Interment was in the Riverview Cemetery in Green River. Mr. Maldonado, 83, of Eagle Pass, Texas, died Wednesday, Dec. 14, 2011, at his home. A longtime Eagle Pass resident and former longtime resident of Green River, he died following a lengthy illness. He was born Aug. 9, 1928, in Guerrero, Coahuilla, Mexico, the son of Encarnacion and Julia Martinez Maldonado. He attended schools in Mexico. He married Lucille Flores Maldonado on Aug. 23, 1952, in Green River. Mr. Maldonado worked as a supplyman for the Union Pacific Railroad for 10 years and for Rhone Poulenc as a warehouseman for 17 years. He retired in 1991. He was a member of Immaculate Conception Catholic Church in Green River and Our Lady of Refuge in Eagle Pass. Survivors include his wife, Lucille Maldonado of Eagle Pass; two daughters, Julia Terry and husband Rick of Green River and Esther Farber and husband Terry of Robertson; three grandchildren, Tiffany Gunter and husband Blake, Roman Zach Terry and Kristi Terry, all of Green River; four great-grandchildren, Kaleb and Roman James "R" Gunter, Haidyn Terry and Taekan Lewis; several nieces and nephews; and brothers, and sisters-in-law, Ruben and Cleo Ficres, John and Yolanda Flores and Louise Kuckert and Carl, all of Green River, and Vange Flores of Ogden, Utah. He was preceded in death by his parents; sister, Severa Gonzalez; grandson, Shawn Clair Terry; and two brothers, John Maldonado and wife Aurelia and Antonio Maldonado and wife Aurorita; brothers-in-law, Jesse Flores and Robert Kuckert; and sister-in-law, Helen Cudney and husband Chuck. Pallbearers included Blake Gunter, Roman Zach Terry, Ruben Flores, John Flores, Nelo Reyes and Tony Maldonado. Honorary pallbearers included Rick Terry, Terry Farber and Glen Gardea. --- Green River Star, Dec 28, 2011 Nestor Trujillo Nestor Trujillo, 79, of Rock Springs passed away Dec. 22, 2011, at Memorial Hospital of Sweetwater County surrounded by his family. A longtime resident of Rock Springs, Trujillo had been in ill health for the past several years. He was born June 4, 1932, in Mora, N.M., the son of the late Patricio and Estella Romero Trujillo. Trujillo attended schools in Rock Springs and was a 1951 graduate of Rock Springs High School. As a young boy he went to work at the bowling alley setting pins. He married Carmen Gardea on Aug. 25, 1962, in Green River at Immaculate Conception Catholic Church. He was a United States Army veteran of the Korean War. Trujillo was employed as an operator at FMC for 32 years and retired in 1989. His interests included spending time with his grandchildren, playing guitar and playing pool. He was an avid bowler. He was a member of Holy Spirit Catholic Community. Survivors include his wife of 49 years Carmen Trujillo of Rock Springs; one son Jerry Trujillo of Rock Springs, two daughters Mary Ann Wehrle and husband Rick of Rock Springs, and Joleen Campbell and husband Jeff of Denver; two brothers Pete Trujillo and wife Mary Frances of Cheyenne and Arch Bishop Patrick Trujillo and wife Ilia of North Bergen, N.J.; two sisters Carmen Tune and husband Jim of Green River, and Jenny Sanchez and husband Nelson of Tucson, Ariz.; five grandchildren; several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents; daughter Elisa Estella Trujillo; one brother Benny Trujillo; three sisters Rosemary Trujillo, Ursulita Trujillo and Eloida Cordova. Following cremation, a Mass of Christian burial was celebrated Monday at Saints Cyril and Methodius Catholic Church in Rock Springs. ---