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Jared Timothy Dumas, 30, passed away June 13, 2020, at his residence in Thermopolis. Born April 4, 1990, in Salt Lake City, he was the son of Guy Dumas and Ronda See. He remained in Salt Lake until moving to Thermopolis in 2015. Jared was presently working with Handford Sprinkler and Landscape. Jared was a loving father, enjoyed camping and spending time with his sons. He was a hard worker and always willing to lend a helping hand. He liked to fix things and relied on You Tube when he needed... Full story
Shirlee Anne Crofutt, 88, passed away June 19, 2020, at Worland Health Care Center in Worland, Wyo., following a period of declining health. Born October 16, 1931, in Gordon, Neb., she was the daughter of Faye (Nern) Thompson and George "Powder River" Thompson. The family resided on the Kitchen Ranch in northern Niobrara County, and Shirlee attended grade school at country schools near the Ranch and in Douglas, Wyo. She then lived with family in Gordon, Neb., where she attended Gordon High... Full story
Emily E. Aden, 91, passed away June 13, 2020, in Thermopolis. She was born October 25, 1928, in Colorado Springs, Colo., to Edward and Della White. Emily married Robert Aden Sr., joining together their children from prior marriages and joyfully adding an additional three. Emily will be remembered for her love and testimony of her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. We will remember her beautiful singing voice, sweet smile, sense of humor, encouraging kindness and prayers. She is survived by her... Full story
Ivah Beatrice Hart, 80, passed away Thursday, June 11, 2020 at her residence in Thermopolis. Born March 28, 1940 in Eagle, Colorado, Ivah was the youngest of twelve children of Emory and Margaret (Mather) Blakesley. The family moved to Grass Creek when Ivah was five. She attended school at Grass Creek and Thermopolis High School. On November 21, 1963 she married Jerry Hart in Las Vegas. The couple traveled the United States attending rodeos and Ivah later helped Jerry build fence around Hot... Full story
Thomas "Tom" Carl Lorenzen, 76, passed away on May 30, 2020 in Sun City West, AZ due to complications of late-stage Parkinson's. He was born in Coronado, CA on January 29, 1944 to Catherine H. and Carl G. Lorenzen. Tom's dad was in the army awaiting deployment to the Pacific during WWII. After finding out he would not be deployed, they returned to Wyoming, residing in Cody where Tom went on to graduate from Cody High School in 1962. He then enrolled in the University of Wyoming, receiving a... Full story
Jared Timothy Dumas, 30, passed away June 13, 2020, at his residence in Thermopolis. Born April 4, 1990, in Salt Lake City, he was the son of Guy Dumas and Ronda See. He remained in Salt Lake until moving to Thermopolis in 2015. Jared was presently working with Handford Sprinkler and Landscape. Jared was a loving father, enjoyed camping and spending time with his sons. He was a hard worker and always willing to lend a helping hand. He liked to fix things and relied on You Tube when he needed help to complete the project. He is survived by his... Full story
Robert Wiley Baker, 36, of East Thermopolis passed away on June 2, 2020, of complications following minor surgery in Longmont, Colo. He was a bighearted man who was loved by all who knew him. He is survived by his father, Randy, of East Thermopolis; brother, Caleb, of Longmont; and sister, Steffenie, of Kennewick, Wash. He is preceded in death by his grandmother Dolly Baker, formerly of Thermopolis; and great aunts Sally Stanton and Marie Enis both of Thermopolis.... Full story
Dennis Wayne "Denny" Jones, 89, one of the last real cowboys, passed away June 1, 2020. Born October 6, 1931, in Thermopolis, he was the son of Durward and Dorothy (French) Jones. Following high school, he attended the University of Wyoming graduating with a Bachelor of Science Degree. During the Korean War he served in the US Army. On January 11, 1957, he married Caroline Denny Roberts in Thermopolis. During the last 60s he managed two Montana ranches prior to returning to the home ranch that... Full story
Maryann Mathern, 67, passed away Wednesday, June 3, 2020, at her home after a courageous battle with Multiple Sclerosis. Born November 8, 1952, in Ellendale, N.D., she was the daughter of Edwin and Hilda (Fehling) Schlenker. After graduating from high school, she attended Mary College in Bismarck, N.D., where she received her BA Degree in Social Work. Maryann was employed as a social worker in North Dakota, Sheridan and Worland, Wyo., before her career in social work took her to Thermopolis. In... Full story
Thomas “Tom” Carl Lorenzen, 76, passed away on May 30, 2020 in Sun City West, AZ due to complications of late-stage Parkinson’s. He was born in Coronado, CA on January 29, 1944 to Catherine H. and Carl G. Lorenzen. Tom’s dad was in the army awaiting deployment to the Pacific during WWII. After finding out he would not be deployed, they returned to Wyoming, residing in Cody where Tom went on to graduate from Cody High School in 1962. He then enrolled in the University of Wyoming, receiving a bachelor’s degree in education. It was there he... Full story
Frank Lee Davis, 75, passed away on June 3, 2020, in Hospice Care in Cody Wyoming. At the time of his passing he was a resident of Thermopolis, Wyo. He was born January 26, 1945, in Newcastle, Wyo., to Frank F. Davis and Laura M. Davis. He spent his childhood in Wyoming till he moved to Arizona. He graduated from South Mountain High in Phoenix, Ariz., with honors. In 1963 he joined the United States Navy. He spent 20 years in the Navy which let him travel all over the world. During this time, he... Full story
Jeffrey "Jeff" Lamar Strong, 68, passed away May 15, 2020, in Thermopolis, Wyo. He was born May 8, 1952, to Robert and Beverly (Butler) Strong. After graduating in 1970 from Hug High School in Reno, Nev., he enlisted in the US Air Force where he served as a Jet Engine Aircraft Mechanic. Following his honorable discharge in January 1975, Jeff worked his way to team leader with Ralston Foods in Sparks, Nev., and later relocated to Elizabeth, Colo., where he met his wife, Jeannette, in 2000. The... Full story
Patricia Ann “Patti” Engelbrecht-Mejia, 86, passed away Thursday, May 14, 2020, in Thermopolis. Born in Tacoma, Wash., on April 5, 1934, Patti was one of three children born to Charles and LoRilla (Brande) Brown. Following high school, she acquired an Associates Degree from the College of the Redwoods. On June 7, 1953, she married Harold Engelbrecht in Parkland, Was. To this union was born five sons. The family lived in several locations throughout Washington and California, eventually settling in Eureka, Calif. Patti worked for several dif... Full story
Dennis “Denny” Wayne Jones passed away Monday, June 1, 2020. A celebration of life will be held at the Branding Trap, 631 Buffalo Creek Road on Friday, June 5 at 4:30 p.m. A full obituary will appear in next week’s Thermopolis Independent Record.... Full story
Joshua Spielman passed away Friday, May 22, 2020, in Denver, Colo. Private services will be held on Friday, June 5 in Thermopolis.... Full story
Betty Norine Kertson, 92, of Thermopolis, Wyo., passed away on May 28, 2020, at Worland Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center, where she had been a resident since May of 2019. She was born on December 17, 1927, in Aurora, Mo., to Max Albert Rickman and Laura Ethel (Anderson) Rickman. She graduated from McPherson Kansas High School in 1945. On May 1, 1948, she married Karl Victor Kertson in Worland, Wyo. Of that marriage four children were born, Scott, Rick, Karla and Della. The family settled in... Full story
Emmett Merle "Bud" Faith passed away Friday, May 29, 2020, at Hot Springs County Memorial Hospital in Thermopolis, Wyo. Born April 19, 1943, in Broadus, Mont., Bud was one of ten children to Lyle and Sarah (Byinton) Faith. As a child, the family moved to Thermopolis where Emmett attended school and later met his wife, Carol Addelaine Moore who he married on September 26, 1973. Throughout his life, Bud worked in road construction and the drilling rigs before retiring from Devon Energy. Bud... Full story
Lori Lee Coy, 64, passed away peacefully Monday, May 25, 2020, at Thermopolis Rehabilitation and Wellness surrounded by her loved ones. Born March 31, 1956, in Red Lodge, Mont., she was one of five children of Russell and Barbara (Smith) Reid. Upon graduation from Cody High School she worked as a cosmetologist for many years. She loved horses and the mountains, whether it be cooking or riding. She could always be found with a smile on her face and a cup of coffee in her hand. Lori enjoyed the... Full story
Roberta "Robin" Arleen Larson, 66, passed away peacefully on Monday May 25, 2020, at the hospital in Rapid City, S.D. She was born on September 3, 1953, in Greybull, Wyo., to Jimmy and Ruth (Norris) Decker and had one brother, Bob Decker. She married Scott Larson on February 12, 1977, and had their son, Saul Larson, on January 19, 1978, where they lived in Thermopolis, Wyo. In 1991, they moved to Newcastle, Wyo., where she lived the remainder of her days. She worked at Little One's Childcare... Full story
Roger James Richardson, 52, passed away on January 10, 2020, in St. Louis, Mo. He was born June 21, 1967, in the U.S. Army Hospital, Fort Gordon, Ga., to Brian Lee Richardson and Eva Kathleen Shoopman. He spent his childhood in Thermopolis, Wyo., and his teen years in Springville, Utah. He enlisted in the U.S. Air Force at age 18 and served for 26 years. During his career he was a crew chief on a C-5 Galaxy and those duties took him all over the world. He enjoyed his career immensely and retired as a senior master sergeant with many military... Full story
Fern Rosean Porter, 100, lifelong Newcastle resident, passed away peacefully May 25, 2020. Fern was born on February 13, 1920, to Agnes and Phil Rosean. She was born in her aunt’s millinery shop which was located behind Newcastle’s present day post office. One of the highlights of her life was her 100th year birthday party this past February. Fern never lost her sharp mind and excellent memory, although impaired hearing sometimes put her at a disadvantage. On October 31, 1941, Fern married Daniel Porter. They had been married 66 years at the... Full story
Deborah Ann "Debbie" Axtell, 69, died suddenly Thursday, May 14, 2020, at the Wyoming Medical Center in Casper. Born July 4, 1950, in Laramie, Wyo., she was the oldest of 7 children of Robert and Mary Lou (Young) Korkow. Following high school she attended the University of Wyoming until marrying Warren Clifford Axtell, August 26, 1972, in Hannah, Wyo. The couple returned to Warren's hometown of Thermopolis, Wyo. Debbie later completed her degree at the University. For two years she was a... Full story
On an early day in May, 76 years ago, Jack and Ruth Gourley brought a beautiful baby girl into this world. They named her Joan LaDelle. Joan had fond memories of growing up in small town Linch, Wyo. with her younger brother Ed, baby sister Linda and a bobcat named Bobby. The family later settled in Sheridan where she completed high school and she began her adult life with zest. Sometime early on she went to beauty school, but there were a few haircuts that made everyone suspicious of how well... Full story
Ronda Kaye Freel, 60, passed away on her birthday, Friday, May 1, 2020, at Washakie Medical Center in Worland, Wyo., after a battle with cancer. Born in 1960 in Scottsbluff, Neb., she was one of two children of Dale and Evelyn (Warner) Berry. Following high school, she attended Nebraska Western College and the University of Wyoming. On July 16, 1983, she married Garry Freel in Scottsbluff. In 1984 the couple moved to Thermopolis, Wyo., where Ronda taught in the Hot Springs County School... Full story
James Evan “Jim” Dodds, 63, passed away Wednesday, April 29, 2020, at Hot Springs County Memorial Hospital in Thermopolis. Born August 23, 1956, in Thermopolis, he was the son of Robert and Laura (Beeler) Dodds. He graduated from Thermopolis High School in 1975. As a youth he enjoyed building forts, adventures in Thermopolis, and fishing with his friend, Mark Whitt and his Dad. Self-employed, Jim worked in Montana, Oregon, Arizona and returned to Thermopolis. He enjoyed carpentry and loved music, once being a DJ. A jokester, he was fun... Full story
