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Kevin Koerwitz, age 50, passed away on March 11, 2026, surrounded by his loving family. Born on January 27, 1976, in Omaha, Neb., Kevin grew up in Thermopolis, Wyo., where he made the most of small‑town life. He had a classic 80's childhood, spending his days playing sports in the street, fishing, floating the river, swimming in the hot pools, and camping with his family at Sinks Canyon. In high school he performed in drama and excelled as a debater on the speech team. Kevin graduated from t...
“Rest easy sailor, we’ve got the watch” It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Kenneth Edward Blackmon. Ken, 75, of Littlefield, Ariz., passed away peacefully on February 27, 2026. There will be a celebration of life service that will take place upon the completion of his final act of service to the University of Arizona. Born in Florence Colo., Ken grew up in Sublette County Wyoming, residing in Daniel with parents Dean and Georgia Blackmon as well as his sister Judy. He graduated from high school in Pinedale, Wyo., in 1968....
Frank D. (Yogi) Henning, Jr. passed away in Thermopolis, Wyo., on February 11, 2026. Frank was born on August 14, 1943, in North Platte, Neb., to Frank D. and Gladys (Keslar) Henning. As a young boy, he enjoyed going to his grandparents' homes and working in the gardens with them. He grew up with his sister, Phyllis, watching over his shoulder so she could tattle on him. This became more of a headache after Phyllis graduated and was hired as the secretary to the Principal at the Junior High...
We were hoping that she'd written this herself, but since she didn't, it is with great sadness that we announce that Kay Pryde Wiecki passed away at her home in Thermopolis on February 21, 2026. She was 81. Kay Frances Pryde was born May 12,1944, to George Francis Pryde and Wilma Kysar Pryde in Lovell, Wyo. She was their only child. They loved her dearly and spoiled her rotten. The family lived in Lance Creek, Wyo. during Kay's school years and she graduated from Lusk High School in 1962. She...
Janice Marie Shumway Cluff returned home to her Father in Heaven on February 12, 2026, surrounded by her loving family at her home in Manti, Utah. She was born August 7, 1943, in Thermopolis, Wyo., to Lenard and Edith Shumway, the fifth of nine children, all of whom served full-time missions, a legacy she spoke of with love. She grew up on her family's farm milking cows, harvesting hay, working horses and herding sheep. At age 17 Janice served a full-time mission for The Church of Jesus Christ...
Patricia "Renee" Nunez Russ 1973 - 2026 Words cannot describe the loss we feel Saying farewell to you, But Heaven chose to give you wings And now it's time you flew. I wish that We could have more time, That God had let you stay. Forever would not be long enough... I wish I had just one more chance To see that tender smile, To laugh with you again my Love Gone too soon, but not forgotten, Forever you will remain Mornyng Rain, Kass, Emmi & Ricardo...
Frank “Yogi” D. Henning, Jr. passed away on February 11, 2026. Services to be determined....
Ronald Dean Sassman passed away Friday, February 13 surrounded by his family at his home in Thermopolis, Wyo. He was 77. Ron was born to Dale and Christine Sassman on May 3, 1948, in Winner, S.D. Ron grew up in South Dakota, mostly around the Murdo area, moving around some during his childhood with his parents, three sisters, and two brothers. At the age of 17 he joined the Navy where he served in Vietnam and spent most of his time on a submarine. After leaving the Navy, he spent time with his...
Loren Bowen Alberts, 64, passed away on Feb 17, 2026, at his home in Basin, Wyo., surrounded by his loving family. Loren was born in Portland, Ore., on March 15, 1961. He graduated from David Douglas High School in 1979 and went on to serve an LDS mission in the Guam Micronesia area. Upon returning from his mission, Loren shunned the big city for Encampment, Wyo., where he worked for the Ron Platt family. During high school, Loren worked at Caster Carpet Villa in Portland, where he learned the...
Michel Gordon Sutherland was born October 5, 1947, in Worland Wyo., to Chancy and Iona Sutherland. Mike and his brother, Steve, grew up on a farm near Ethete, Wyo., and graduated from Lander High School. He married out of high school and had a son, David. He worked for various oil and gas companies in Wyoming prior to being drafted in 1970 for the US Army as a mechanized infantryman. He was deployed to Germany for several years and out processed at Ft. Carson, Colo., in 1974 and relocated to...
Bartley (Bart) Lynn Wilder, age 67, of Thermopolis, Wyo., peacefully transitioned from this life to his eternal home on February 11, 2026, surrounded by family and close friends. Bart and his twin sister Brenda were born in Pinedale, Wyo., to Wilma Newsom and Ralph Wilder on February 6, 1959. Bart grew up in Pinedale and graduated from Pinedale High. He met his lifetime partner Barbara Chidsey when he was 18. After graduating in 1977, Bart attended the University of Wyoming in Laramie to obtain...
Janice Marie Shumway Cluff, 82, passed away on Feb. 12, 2026, in Manti, Utah. Services will be held on Saturday, Feb. 21 at 11 a.m. in Manti, Utah, at the tabernacle. A full obituary will appear in next week’s Independent Record...
Teresa Michelle Fields (Miller), 58, of Thermopolis went home to be with our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on February 10, 2026. Teresa was born on March 15, 1967, in Gallipolis, Ohio, to Jim and Sarah Miller of Thermopolis, Wyo. She was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother (Gram), daughter, and sister. She will be remembered for her big heart, how hard she worked and how good her cooking was. If you were hungry after leaving her table, it was your fault because there was always plenty and it...
With a warm embrace of love all around her, Mari Beth Skelton Riggs passed away on February 5, 2026, in Charlottesville, Va., after a 7-year battle with cancer. Even in her final hours, she remained loving, appreciative, compassionate, funny, and deeply concerned for those around her. Mari was born May 10, 1954, to James and Crystal Skelton, who instilled in her a lifelong devotion to family. She adored her siblings: Jimmy Skelton, Jacque Johnson, Sandi Halone, Bill Skelton, Bonnie Miller, Lily...
Loretta was born May 17, 1934, in Atkinson, Neb., to Edward and Louella McDonald. The family later moved to Lander, Wyo., where she attended Lander High School and worked at the New-Way Cafe. Shortly after graduating, she met her husband of 61 years, Owen Dean Reavis, while working at the cafe. They married in 1954. The couple had two sons and settled in Thermopolis. There, she continued working in restaurants and additionally started her own business, Flowers by Loretta. In the 1980s, seeking...
Doris A Hurlburt (Ruffer), age 94, passed away peacefully after a full life on January 31, 2026, in Thermopolis, Wyo. Born on March 23, 1931, in Wauseon, Ohio, Doris was the daughter of Ben and Helen Ruffer. The family moved from Ohio to Adrian, Mich., where she spent her early years and graduated. With a passion for education and dedication to learning, she went to attend Bowling Green College in Ohio, graduating in 1953 with a teaching degree. Doris devoted her professional life to teaching an... Full story
Peggy Ann Lunt, 86, passed away on January 27, 2026, at Deer Trail Assisted Living in Rock Springs, Wyo. She was a resident of Sweetwater County for 42 years. Peggy was born on September 8, 1939, in Thermopolis, Wyo., the daughter of Carl and Alta (McGarvin) Johnson. She graduated from Hot Springs County High School. Following graduation she began working as a telephone operator and also waitressed. Peggy married Jim Thornburg on October 26, 1956, in Billings, Mont., and together they had four... Full story
Roberta "Bobbi" Ann France Miller, 79, of Thermopolis, Wyo., passed away peacefully on January 31, 2026, after a valiant fight against cancer. She was born on January 20, 1947, in Rawlins, Wyo. Bobbi once said in her high school commencement speech "Make it a good life, or don't. The choice is yours." She certainly lived her life that way. Bobbi was a woman deeply rooted in her community and devoted to the people she loved. Early in her life she owned and operated a western store in... Full story
On October 27, 2025, Peter (Pete) Michael Rygwalski gave up his fight against many health challenges in a Las Vegas hospital with his wife, Lola, grandson, Dr. Schon Roberts and granddaughter-in-law, Lowen Roberts in attendance. He has been cremated and his ashes will be scattered at a later date. Pete was born in Offenbach, Germany, to Frank and Lisa Rygwalski. They moved several times, but ended up in Grand Junction, Colo. His sisters, Barbara Griffin and Monika Hedglin, and brothers, Steve an... Full story
Mike Chimenti, 72, of Thermopolis Wyo., officially retired from life on January 22, 2026. Mike was born on December 12, 1953, to Peter and Beth (Carson) Chimenti in Riverton, Wyoming. He grew up in Dubois, causing mischief which would give him insight for his future career. Following high school graduation in 1972, he went to work in the timber, despite claiming to be allergic to pine trees. He would continue to use this excuse to never fulfill his daughters' dreams of having a REAL Christmas tr...
Frances Darlene Richins passed away on January 21, 2026, in Thermopolis, Wyo. She was born in Henefer, Utah, on June 6, 1940, to Ordell John Stephens and Della Mae Stephens. As a young woman, Fran was active in sports, clubs, and church activities. She played on the 'Coalville Cubs' softball team, which finished second in the state tournament. She was also a cheerleader and tap dancer at North Summit. Fran graduated from North Summit High School in May 1958. Fran married Roy C. Richins on...
Ruth Galovich died on January 11, 2026, following a brief illness. Surrounded by friends and family she passed away peacefully. Born on September 9, 1937, to John and Lili Skelton in Lucerne, Wyo., Ruth was an early Wyoming native. She was the youngest of four children and was preceded in death by her siblings, Jim, Jack and Mary, as well as her mom and dad. After graduation from Thermopolis High School in 1955 Ruth was soon married to Gary Hillman, a Worland native. Having set up house in...
Jean Marie Stanhope passed away at her home on January 17, 2026, in Thermopolis. Jean was born in Beach, N. D., on November 4, 1935, to Harold and Veva (Schrader) Oldis. They lived in Sentinnial Butte, N.D. They moved to Iowa when Jean was 2. They then moved to Baker, Mont., when Jean started 7th grade. Jean was in 4-H, Glee Club, and Band while in school. Jean married Gary Stanhope May 3, 1953. To this union four children were born; Jerry, Thomas, Lona and Dona. Before Jerry was born, Dad was...
Emory Robert Blakesley, 71, of Thermopolis Wyo., passed away on January 9, 2026. Emory was born on April 24, 1954, to Audrey (Brunk) Blakesley and Alvin "Johnny" Blakesley in Thermopolis where he lived all of his life. He was a devoted husband to Debbie Blakesley and loving father to his children, Brandon (Jennie) Blakesley and Megan (James) Diekemper. He was also a devoted and loving Grandpa to his grandsons, Jayden, Mason and Colton, and as he put it his beautiful granddaughter, Morgan. Emory... Full story
It is with a heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Robert "Bob" Overton, WA7JRF, who became a Silent Key on Christmas evening, December 25, 2025, at 8:50 p.m. The amateur radio community has lost a dedicated Elmer, mentor, and friend whose passion for the hobby touched countless lives. Robert Allan Overton was born October 3, 1942, to Ken and Juanita Overton in Bremerton, Wash. He is preceded in death by his parents; and son, Kenny. He is survived by his wife, Sherry; daughter, April;... Full story
