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Kent Russell Burton of Thermopolis, Wyo., passed away on September 15, 2025. Kent was born on January 30, 1950, in Sterling, Colo. He was the first child of Wallace and Agnes Burton. After graduating from Haxtun High School in Haxtun, Colo., in 1968, he attended Northeastern Junior College and the University Northern Colorado. Kent married Lynnette (Lynn) Isaacs in September 17, 1976. They lived in Paonia, Colorado., for 32 years and then discovered the hot springs in Thermopolis, Wyo.,and decid... Full story
Paul Garbin was born December 4, 1951, and departed September 9, 2025. He had worked for the University of Massachusetts for over 25 years. He retired in 2002 and moved to Thermopolis in 2005. He was active in many different aspects of the community. Including the Thermopolis Gun Club, Worland Shooting Complex and many others. He was preceded in death by his wife, Cynthia; and parents Pietro and Lida Garbin. He is survived by his son, Moses; and sisters, Anna Simulinas, Julie Garbin, and...
Dave Hammond was born November 8, 1951 in Durango, Colo. He passed away in his sleep August 30, 2025, in Billings, Mont. Dave and Kathy met in Las Cruces, N.M., while attending NMSU. They enjoyed 52 years of marriage. After moving to Wyoming, Dave attended The University of Wyoming and became a teacher. He made it his goal to know the every name of every student at Eastside Elementary School in Worland, Wyo. His students were important to him and their successes his joy. He was an excellent athlete and loved to participate and watch games of...
Johnny (John) Ray Mead went home to be with his Lord and Savior on September 4, 2025. He was born March 22, 1941, in Thermopolis to Frank and Leverta Mead, one of six children. He was educated in Arapaho, Wyo., through the 8th grade before moving to Thermopolis. At the age of 13, he went to work to help support his family, working various jobs including ranching, fencing and guiding hunters. At the age of 18 he started in the oilfield, where he worked for R&S Well Service for almost 30 years....
With family by her side, Barbara Jean Alvey Campbell, 92, passed away at home on August 21, 2025. She was born in Uniontown Ky., the daughter of Joseph Earl and Carrie Collins Alvey on August l9, l933. She raduated from St. Agnes High School in 1951 as Class Valedictorian. She began her career positioned in the Dept. of the Army Civilian at HQ of 101st Airborne Division of Camp Breckinridge. Later working at The Armored School of Fort Knox she met her husband on base. In June 1958, Barbara married R.J. “Joe” Campbell at Prichard Place Cha...
John Turnbull III passed away on August 23, 2025 in Thermopolis. He was 77. John was born on August 29, 1947. Cremation has taken place....
Edward Leroy Shaffer, 85, went to be with his Lord and Savior on July 27, 2025. He was born in Thermopolis on July 23, 1940, to Glenn Dale & Helen Kobielusz Shaffer. He was raised on Sunnyside Lane and went to work for local ranches by the age of 12. He graduated Hot Springs County High School in 1958 and went on to rodeo, working at Anchor Dam, South Pass Steel Mine, and other small jobs. But he loved the Cowboy lifestyle and it never left him. Ed married Peggy Schaff in 1964 and they had 4... Full story
Gloria Simmons peacefully passed away in the Thermopolis Rehabilitation Center on July 4, 2025 . She began her life's journey on December 22, 1942. She was the fourth of five daughters born to Dr. Harvey & Hilda Hull of Ogden, Utah. Growing up she enjoyed drama and sports. She married Kent Simmons on December 16, 1965. She said it was "love at first sight" while going on a double date. They had three children, Adella, Kenny and Harvey, which she raised alone when Kent went into the Army. Kenny... Full story
Kellie Joan Gant left to be with her mother and father after a hard battle with cancer on Friday, July 18, 2025. Born on April 1, 1978, Kellie was the youngest of 5 children, rounding out the blended family of Emmett "Bud" and Carol Faith. Although Kellie was born in Rock Springs, she graduated from Hot Springs County High School in Thermopolis where she excelled as a student and participated in the band. After high school, Kellie moved around Wyoming before settling down in Billings, Mont.,... Full story
Dwanye Pecks, age 91, of Thermopolis, Wyo., formerly of Madison, S.D., died on Friday, July 19, 2025, at the Thermopolis Wellness and Rehab Center in Thermopolis. Born on a farm in Lake County, S. D., Dwayne attended a rural school in Miner County until the fourth grade and completed his education in the Madison Public Schools, graduating from Madison Central High School in 1952. He earned his Bachelor's Degree from General Beadle State Teachers College in 1956 and a Master's Degree from South... Full story
With family by her side, Eileen Shaffer, 87, died of natural causes on July 7 at the Wyoming Retirement Center in Basin, Wyo. Eileen was born July 3, 1938, in Leeds, England, to Leonard and Lilian (Vennard) Naylor and had two older sisters, Freda (Stratford) and Joan (Woolford). After training as a dental assistant and working in London, she decided to see the world and, in 1962, came to America to work as a nanny at Pass Creek Ranch north of Sheridan. There she met her husband, Thomas A.... Full story
Ronald Ivan "Ron" Hoffman, 87, of Thermopolis, Wyo., passed away peacefully at his home, surrounded by his family, on Saturday, July 5, 2025. Ron was born February 24, 1938, in Platte, S. D., to Ivan and Edris (Kratochwill) Hoffman. He spent his childhood helping on the family farm near Kimball and graduated from Kimball High School with the class of 1956. On June 18, 1960, Ron married the love of his life, Faye Ostert. Guided by a passion for cattle that had taken root in childhood, and...
Verner (Doc) Fred Dockter, 90, of Thermopolis, Wyo., passed away peacefully on June 21, 2025. He was a 30 year resident of Thermopolis. Doc was born in New Rockford, N.D., on April 4, 1935 to Friedrich (Fred) C. Dockter and Regina Buchfink. Doc served his country honorably in the United States Army during the Korean War. He was stationed in Arizona and served as a helicopter mechanic. Doc married Wyona (Marie) Garretson on March 6, 1961, in Sheridan, Wyo., after getting a job at the Mountain... Full story
It is with great sorrow that we announce the passing of Karl Wurtz. He passed away at Wyoming Medical Center on June 17, 2025. Karl was a cherished member of our community, and his family and friends. He touched the lives of so many with his warmth and unwavering spirit. Karl was born on January 5, 1959, to Donal L. Wurtz and Jessie Gene Hunt in Thermopolis. He grew up with a passion for cars and also spent over 35 years working in the oil field industry. He was awarded the certifications in safety as well as many others. Karl was known for... Full story
Danny Harold Spann began his life's journey on December 7, 1950, in Gilmer, Texas. His parents, Harold and Joy Spann, were overjoyed to welcome their firstborn. Soon after, the family moved to Emory, Texas, where Danny's brothers, Tom and Joe, were born. The family moved once more to Athens, Texas, where Danny graduated from high school. In 1970, Danny was drafted into the Vietnam War, elected to join the Air Force, and finished his service in Thailand; receiving an honorable discharge in 1975.... Full story
Billy Jo Macie was born February 12, 1979, In Ogden Utah, and passed away October 12, 2024, in Salt Lake City, Utah. Bill was 45 years old when he passed. His parents were Peggy Gamino and Stanley Macie. He was the 6th of 8 siblings. His siblings were Penny Thibodeau, Stanley Macie Jr., Kelly Macie (deceased), Lance Macie, Lester Macie, Ben Macie, and Tim Macie. He was a loving father. Bill had three children, Mari Ford, Billie Macie, and Charleigh Macie. Though separated, Bill had a wife named... Full story
Charlotte V. Hart, 91, passed away at Thermopolis Rehab and Wellness on June 15, 2025. She was born on April 12, 1934, in Thermopolis, Wyo. No services will be held.... Full story
Bill 'Cody' Smith, 83, peacefully passed away on June 1, 2025, in Thermopolis, Wyo. Bill lived a legendary life. From humble beginnings in Bearcreek, Mont., where he was born on June 28, 1941, Bill rose to rodeo greatness-winning three Professional Rodeo Cowboys Association (PRCA) Saddle Bronc Riding World Championships (1969, 1971, and 1973) and qualifying for the National Finals Rodeo thirteen times. His achievements and accolades in the rodeo world are numerous. Bill's impact on the sport of... Full story
Jackie Raye Kant, 72, passed away at Hot Springs Health in Thermopolis, Wyo., on May 25, 2025. She was born on April 8, 1953, in Casper, Wyo. Services will be at a later date.... Full story
Hugh Ivan Baird, 80, passed away the evening June 3, 2025, in Apache Junction, Ariz. He suffered a stroke in October of 2023 and because of his condition, chose to live the rest of his life where it was warm. Hugh was born in Worland, Wyo., on July 11, 1944 to Leon and Vera (Vass) Baird. He grew up on the Baird family ranch on Gooseberry Creek where he attended grade school. Hugh graduated from Worland High School in 1962. He married Margaret Gottfredson in 1964 and from this union, two sons... Full story
Frederick Quale "Rick" Haworth, 59, was born in 1965 in Billings, Mont., to Henry Huntsman Haworth and Marcia Quale Haworth. He was one of five children and, at the age of five, moved with his family to Thermopolis, Wyo., where he was raised. Rick pursued his education at ITT Technical Institute in Phoenix, Ariz., where he earned a Radio and Television Broadcasting degree. His broadcasting career began in Syracuse, N. Y., where he worked with various news and radio stations and eventually... Full story
Rowan James Lackey was born to Joshua Lackey and Abigail Bamford on March 15, 2025, and passed away at Campbell County Hospital in Gillette, Wyo., on May 21, 2025. Even though Rowan only spent a short time with us, he was immensely loved and brought immeasurable joy and happiness to us all. Rowan was a happy baby who absolutely loved his mommy and daddy. Rowan loved to smile at his loved ones blowing raspberries, mom's voice no matter what she was saying and dads "dancing baby" and "super baby".... Full story
Shirley Vance Combs was born in Rosebud, S. D., in 1929 to Thomas and Belle Florence Combs, and was proud to be part Oglala Sioux. She spent her early life in South Dakota and Natrona, Wyo. When she was a child, she found a little church to attend by herself, because she liked their flannelgraph Bible stories. Shirley was responsible for many farm chores and one day when she was riding her horse, she was struck by lightning and knocked off the horse. At age 14 she got a job as an elevator... Full story
Maria Grisham went home with her savior on May 12, 2025. Her family kept very close to her this past year during her failing health. Maria was born in Tettnang, Germany, to Georg and Maria Eisele on January 24, 1932. She married her American sweetheart, Robert Grisham, a soldier in the U.S. Army in 1955 while he was stationed in Stuttgart, Germany. When his tour of duty was up in 1958, Maria came with him to America. She received her U.S. citizenship 3 years later. She was a devoted Army wife over the next 25 years. After their retirement,... Full story
Bernice Cable, known to everyone as Hope, passed away on April 20, 2025, in Casper after a long illness. Born to Clyde Brown and Mary Frances Cable on October 6, 1957, in Amarillo, Texas. She moved with her family to Thermopolis in April of 1973. She attended Junior and Senior High School in Thermopolis, where she was a cheerleader in high school. After graduation, she worked as a secretary for BOCES, BHE and Wyoming Arms. She is survived by her son, Quinton James Cable, older sister, Martha Katzenberger, younger brother, and Howard (Carla)...
