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  • Reed Christian Maser

    Aug 29, 2024

    Reed Christian Maser passed away on August 11, 2024, at the age of 28. Reed was a beautiful and talented young man who will be fondly remembered for his vivacious enthusiasm for life. He enjoyed new experiences, meeting new people and participating in a variety of activities during his brief life; sports, dirt biking, rodeo, artwork and more recently, travel and musical endeavors. He had a heart for lost things, (puppies and people alike) and for his Savior, Jesus Christ. From the time Reed... Full story

  • Connie Ann Loos

    Aug 29, 2024

    Connie Ann Loos, 63, passed away August 23, 2024, at the Wyoming Medical Center in Casper after a period of declining health. One of seven children, she was born August 31, 1960, in Eureka, Nev., the daughter of James and Eva Lou (Holloway) Hoggatt. The family moved to Wyoming in 1975. Connie came to Thermopolis in 1987. On October 10, 2004 she married Karl Loos in Thermopolis. Working throughout the retail industry for most of her life she worked as a waitress, in motels, Subway, IGA Grocery,... Full story

  • Jackie Navokovich

    Aug 29, 2024

    Jacquelyn Ann "Jackie" Novakovich, 85, passed away Fri., Aug. 16, 2024, surrounded by her husband and family at Hot Springs Health after a short illness following two years of declining memory due to dementia. Through the past few years, Jackie never forgot Ted, the love of her life. Jackie was born in Peoria, Ill., on December 19, 1938, to Richard and Annette Broderic. She was the devoted older sister to Richard and David. Jackie took dance lessons for many years as a young girl, and her love f... Full story

  • Jacquelyn Novakovich

    Aug 22, 2024

    Jacquelyn Novakovich, 85, passed away Friday, August 16, 2024, at Hot Springs Health in Thermopolis. A full obituary will appear in next week’s Independent Record....

  • Curtis 'Butch' Dean Hendrickson

    Aug 15, 2024

    Curtis "Butch" Dean Hendrickson, 75, passed away Saturday, August 3, 2024, at his residence in Thermopolis after a time of declining health. Born July 6, 1949, in Torrington, Wyo., he was one of three children of Floyd and Mary (Davidson) Hendrickson. Following graduation from Torrington High School he married his high school sweetheart, Linda Henry, June 14, 1968. He joined the National Guard in Torrington and was employed at a grocery store for a time. The couple moved to Casper where Butch... Full story

  • Judith Ann Harvey

    Aug 15, 2024

    Judith Ann (McLaughlin) Harvey, age 83, passed away suddenly at her home in Worland on August 2, 2024. Born in Thermopolis, Wyo., Judith was the beloved daughter of Wilson Francis and Mary Frances (Hooley) McLaughlin and sister to Barbara. Judith was known for her strong personality, clarity of purpose, and unwavering determination. Her life was filled with adventure, beginning with her childhood in Wyoming and Montana as her father's work as a civil engineer took the family to various places.... Full story

  • Death Notices

    Aug 8, 2024

    Donna L. Hansen Donna L. Hansen, 83, a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother and friend to many passed away at Central Wyoming Hospice in Casper Wyo., surrounded by her loving family on July 31, 2024. No services are planned. Judith Ann Harvey Judith Ann (McLaughlin) Harvey, 83, passed away suddenly at her home in Worland on August 2, 2024. Judith was born on October 17, 1940 in Thermopolis, Wyoming to Wilson Francis and Mary Frances (Hooley) McLaughlin. Memorial services will be held at 10 a.m. Friday, October 4 at the Church... Full story

  • John Chandler Slane II

    Aug 1, 2024

    John Chandler Slane II passed away on July 19 at Caribou Medical Center after battling chronic degenerative joint disease.We find comfort in knowing that he is now free from pain and reunited with his parents, Georgia and Vernon Slane, his brother Walt, and his sisters Jeanette and Bertie Bea. John was born on May 13, 1943, to Vernon and Georgia Slane in Worland, Wyo. He spent his early years in Thermopolis, Wyo., before moving to Pocatello, Idaho, in 1969. Since 2008, he has called Grace,... Full story

  • Sharon Markillie

    Aug 1, 2024

    Sharon Markillie, a beloved wife, mother, and friend, passed away peacefully at her home in Thermopolis, Wyo., on July 25, 2024, surrounded by her loving family. She was born on June 12, 1940, in Prineville, Ore., to Vivian Wardell and Ada E. (Dalton) Bennett, the youngest of two children. Sharon grew up in Lakeview, Ore., before moving to Brookings, Ore., graduating from high school in 1958. During the summer of her sophomore year Sharon met Bert Markillie. Their chance encounter while driving... Full story

  • Frank Lee Walker

    Jul 25, 2024

    Frank Lee Walker passed away on December 17, 2023, in Thermopolis. Frank was born in Thermopolis, Wyo., on April 30, 1929. He was a loving father, grandfather, brother, uncle, and friend to many. Everywhere he went, he made an impact on people. Frank’s legacy and number one goal in life was sharing Christ with others and making sure they were going to heaven. He was kind, humble, easy to talk with, and had a great sense of humor. Even up until his final days, he was sharing the name of Jesus with all he came in contact with and made a l...

  • Karen Elizabeth Rickman

    Jul 18, 2024

    Karen Elizabeth Rickman, 64, passed away in Casper, Wyo., July 8, 2024, after a time of failing health. Born April 14, 1960, in Martinez, Calif. She was one of two children born to Lonnie and Gayla (Valentine) Newell. Raised in Martinez, she attended college in Las Vegas, Nev., with a degree in business and finance where she pursued a career in banking for most of her adult life. She had her first child, Kenneth, while living in Bakersfield, Calif., working as an administrative assistant to a...

  • William 'Matt' Whitt

    Jul 11, 2024

    William Matthew "Matt" Whitt, 70, of Thermopolis, passed away on June, 28, 2024, in Thermopolis, Wyo. Matt was born on September 1, 1953, in Thermopolis, the first of 5 children of Bill and Jean (Irvine) Whitt. In 1973 he enlisted in the US Navy. He attended the anti-submarine warfare school in Memphis, Tenn., and was then stationed at the Adak Alaska Naval Base. He attended nursing school in the 1980's and was well loved by his patients and those he worked with. He was a skilled carpenter and... Full story

  • Kenneth 'Bud' Paul Weaver

    Jul 11, 2024

    Kenneth "Bud" Paul Weaver, beloved husband, father, and grandfather passed away peacefully on July 1, 2024, in Thermopolis, Wyo., surrounded by his family. He was born on June 20, 1949, in Traverse City, Mich., to Emma Lorraine (Griffor) and Clarence Willard Weaver. Bud's family moved to Thermopolis when he was 11 years old after his parents purchased the Boysen Marina. He attended school in Shoshoni and later pursued mechanical studies in Laramie before proudly serving in the Air Force. Bud's... Full story

  • Randall 'Randy' Lee Wahler

    Jun 27, 2024

    Randall "Randy" Lee Wahler, 75, died peacefully Saturday, June 15, 2024, at his home in Thermopolis after a long battle with cancer. The son of James and Jewel (Cover) Wahler, he was born July 12, 1948, in Thermopolis, Wyo. Following high school he attended a year of college. In September, 1967 he joined the Army National Guard, serving seven years. In 1969, Randy married Patricia Todorovich in Thermopolis. To this union was born two children, Corey and Dawn Wahler. Pat died in 2009 due to... Full story

  • Stanley Simpson

    Jun 27, 2024

    Staff Sergeant Stanley Simpson, 75, of Thermopolis, Wyo., passed away unexpectedly Tuesday, June 18, 2024, at home, due to health issues. He was born April 25, 1949, in Philadelphia, Pa., son of the late Stanley and Phoebe Clement Simpson. He enlisted in the US Army in 1966. He served in numerous different locations, including 2 tours in Vietnam. Being a Medi Vac for 16 years, he was one of the first responders to the mass casualty at Jonestown, Guyana. He loved flying helicopters, with his secu... Full story

  • Jacque Reed

    Jun 27, 2024

    Lifetime Thermopolis resident Jacque Reed peacefully passed away on June 24, 2024. Jacque was born in East Thermopolis, on May 3, 1928, to Frank and Bertha Reed. He was raised on the Owl Creek family ranch. Frank passed away in 1935 and Jacque and his mother, through hard work and perseverance were able to hold on to the ranch during the Depression. Jacque attended a one room school house and at times he was the only student enrolled. As a high school student, Jacque actively supported the War... Full story

  • Dorothy Lou Knighten

    Jun 20, 2024

    Dorothy Lou Knighten, 84, who was born on July 17, 1939, passed away on May 28, 2024, surrounded by her family. No services are planned.... Full story

  • Suzanne Levinson Samelson

    Jun 6, 2024

    Suzanne Levinson Samelson died on Tuesday, May 28, 2024, at her home in Thermopolis, Wyo., with her beloved husband at her side. She was 73 years old. Suzanne was born in Newark, N.J., grew up in Verona, N.J., and lived on the West Side of Manhattan, N.Y., for 46 years prior to moving to Thermopolis, WY in 2014. She graduated from Verona High School with the Class of 1968 and Barnard College in 1972. While living in NYC Suzanne had a varied career. From antique and gift shop entrepreneur at...

  • Catherine Ann Holton

    May 30, 2024

    It is with great sadness to announce the unexpected passing of Catherine Ann Holton on Saturday, May 18, 2024. Catherine was born on October 31, 1944, in St. Louis, Mo., to the late Jim and Mary Ellen Holton. She visited Wyoming in her early years and fell in love with the star. She moved to Jackson Hole and later Casper where she became a teacher in Casper then Midwest until her retirement. She then move to Thermopolis where she had always dreamed to live. She is survived by her daughters,... Full story

  • Dorothy Louise Haratyk

    May 30, 2024

    Dorothy Louise Haratyk took the righteous right hand of the Lord Jesus as he led her to her eternal home on Friday May 17, 2024, at the age of 98. She was born in Leeco, Ky., on December 23, 1925, the first of five children to DeWitt A. Dole and Faye Vivian Dole. Dorothy was married to the love of her life, Joseph R. Haratyk, and they had two wonderful children. She was a wonderful homemaker and a successful businesswoman. Dorothy lived in many areas of the country including Wyoming, Oregon,... Full story

  • Michael McCarthy

    May 16, 2024

    Michael McCarthy, 66, passed away on May 3, 2024. He was born on August 19, 2024. Also known as Raccoon Mike, he was quite a handyman and could fix anything or build anything. Mike retired from Aspen Tree service two years ago due to medical reasons and passed away peacefully in his home in Canyon Village. He was a Christian and loved animals including his dog (DOG). His interests included walking, hanging out with his friends outside, playing with his dog and helping out his friends whenever... Full story

  • Carol Adeline Faith

    May 16, 2024

    Carol Adeline Faith, 79, died Saturday, May 11, 2024, at the Thermopolis Rehabilitation and Wellness where she had resided the past four years. Born August 12, 1944, in casper, Wyo., she was one of three children of Clarence U. and Geraldine L. (Wray) Moore, Sr. Growing up in Bonneville, Wyo., she attended school in Shoshoni. She attended Northwest Community College in Powell for a year. Carol started working as a waitress at Hells Half Acre Restaurant. There she met Tom Barker who was a highway construction worker. They later married and had... Full story

  • Darvin 'Darv' Matthew Jemming

    May 9, 2024

    Darvin "Darv" Matthew Jemming, 87, passed away on May 3, 2024, in Thermopolis, Wyo. A proud descendant of Luxembourg Catholic Immigrants, Darv was born July 10, 1936, in his grandmother's home in Alton, Iowa. He was the only child of Frank and Margie Konz Jemming. In 1938, they moved to Lincoln, Neb. His family later moved to Hastings, Neb., where his Dad worked at the Naval Ammunition Depot during WWII. Darv attended St. Cecilia's Catholic School in Hastings until the war ended and they... Full story

  • Harvey Michael Simmons

    May 9, 2024

    Harvey Michael Simmons, 52, passed away on May 3, 2024, at the Worland Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center. Harvey was born on April 10, 1972, in San Jose, Calif., the youngest child born to Kent William and Gloria Lynn (Hull) Simmons. He grew up in American Fork, Utah. Following his graduation from Lehi High School Harvey served a mission for the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in North Carolina. In his younger years, he loved spending time at amusement parks, swimming, and spendin... Full story

  • Martha Elizabeth Johnson

    May 9, 2024

    Martha Elizabeth Johnson, 89, Killdeer, N.D., died on Sunday, March 31, 2024, at Hill Top Home of Comfort, Killdeer. Services will be held at a later date. On a cool November day in 1934, it was 44 degrees around Gary, Ind. -a beautiful baby girl was born to James and Sally Terrell. Martha Elizabeth was welcomed by a brother who was 1 1/2 years older than her. They grew up to be best friends and would often go on "double dates" in their teen years. Any young man who wanted to come "courting"... Full story

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