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Billie Lou Bruckner of Casper, Wyo., passed away peacefully, in Casper, with her family by her side on November 9. Billie was born in Worland, Wyo., to Margie and Eugene (Tweet) Bunch on August 9, 1943. She grew up in Thermopolis, Wyo. She spent a lot of her childhood with her loving grandparents, Dave and Ruby King. Billie Lou married Kenny Westlake of Riverton, Wyo., and in that marriage they had a daughter, Penny Kaye. They later divorced and Billie Lou met and married Gary McDaniel in... Full story
Joan Wyckoff Olson passed away October 31 at Thermopolis Rehabilitation and Wellness in Thermopolis, Wyo. Born September 1, 1934, in White Plains, N. Y., to parents John Bertram and Helen Monk Wyckoff, Joan was joined three years later by sister Carolyn ('Deb'). She graduated from Katonah High School in 1952, then completed a Bachelor of Arts in 1956 at Colby College in Waterville, Maine. Following graduation, she worked as a kindergarten teacher in her hometown of Katonah, N. Y. Joan later... Full story
June Allen, 78, passed away October, 5, 2023. No services are planned. A full obituary will appear in a future edition of the Independent Record....
Pauline Louise Hodsoil Denton, 76, passed away at Washakie Medical Center, Tuesday, October 17, 202,3 in Worland, Wyo. One of four children, Pauline was born in Boston, Mass., April 29, 1946, the daughter of Woody and Betty (Allee) Denton. She attended school in Yuba City, Calif., and LPN training in Livermore, Calif. For several years she was employed in the OB department. In 1986 she married Rick Phipps in Reno, Nev. The couple moved to Thermopolis, Wyo., in 1988. Pauline became a Foste... Full story
Joyce Marie Pitt Fletcher passed away on October 10, 2023, at Banner Wyoming Medical Center in Casper, Wyo. Born on May 21, 1941, in Thermopolis, Wyo., Joyce was the first of Theodore and Marie Pitt's two children. She graduated from Hot Springs County High in 1959, then went on to Beauty School in Casper. Following graduation, she worked as a beautician in DuBois and later in Thermopolis. Several years later she worked for Gottsche Rehabilitation Center as a Bookkeeper. On May 14, 1977, Joyce... Full story
Evangeline "Eve" Hays, 95, a beloved resident of Thermopolis, entered God's kingdom on October 15, 2023. She was born June 25, 1928, to Eastman and Edith Hess. Eve, the most loving and devoted mother, grandmother, and great grandmother is survived by her children, Helen, married to Victor Garcia, Bonny, married to Christopher Okwuosa, James Hays, married to Joan; granddaughters, Angelia and Nicole; great-granddaughter, Evangeline "Andy"; and her daughter from neither side, Janet, married to Mi... Full story
Norman Dane Jenniges, or "Duffy" as he is known to most, was born on June 13, 1946, to Valentine Jenniges Sr. and Rebecca Schleve in Hot Springs, S. D. He lived in Hot Springs for most of his youth and attended Hot Springs area schools. Duffy's first job was as a meat cutter for a butcher in a local grocer. It was here that he originally developed his strong work ethic and a new skill set that would help him in the future as a hunter. After completing school, Duffy joined the United States Air F... Full story
Robert R. James, 86, passed away from Covid on October 3, 2023, in Thermopolis, Wyo. Robert (Bob) was born on November 15, 1936, to Nora (Dow) and Allan Russel James in Thermopolis. Bob grew up in and moved to Thermopolis, where he went to school and graduated high school in 1953. While in high school, Bob met the love of his life, Sharon Gossens. Shortly after graduation, Bob enlisted in the Air Force. Bob and Sharon were married on November 3, 1955. Bob was stationed in San Antonio, Texas,... Full story
Curtis John Grega, 69, died peacefully during a brief but dramatic storm at lunchtime on Sunday, August 27, 2023. "Grampy" was being cared for by his daughter, Erin Patricia Straley, in East Thermopolis. He had been bed-ridden almost exclusively since his 1st (of 8) brain surgeries for hydrocephalus on July 3, 1997. He is survived by his wife of 46 years, (Pamela) Elizabeth Straley (although they did not live together the last 14 of them); daughter, Erin Patricia Straley; Grand-'Son',... Full story
Brett Reo Boren, 65, died Friday, August 25, 2023, at Hot Springs Health hospital in Thermopolis, Wyo., following a courageous battle with cancer. One of seven children, he was born December 18, 1957, in Salt Lake City, Utah, the son of Reo and Sharon (Vincent) Boren. Raised in Wyoming he graduated high school from Wind River. Known as Papa Cowboy by his grandchildren, he ranched for many years and also was a mechanic of gas compressors working for Exterian Company. Brett enjoyed hunting,... Full story
Lanette Carter, known by many as Mrs. Carter, went to join her beloved husband Larry, family, and their much loved dogs in heaven on September 8, 2023. She was born in Bozeman, Mont., on March 15, 1955, to Newell and Daisy Sessions. She was the youngest of four children. Lanette's true passion in life laid with her students at Parkside elementary where she taught kindergarten for over 30 years. She touched countless student's lives as a teacher. She was a true mentor and a very loyal friend.... Full story
Carol June Filkey, 88, passed away August 31, 2023, at Hot Springs Health in Thermopolis, Wyo. Being one of three girls, Carol was born May 20, 1935, in Faith, S. D., the daughter of George and Inez (Anderson) Blake. Shortly after the family moved to Fort Meade on the outskirts of Sturgis, S. D., where her father had secured the job as head electrician for the VA Hospital at Fort Meade. It was there that Carol had a marvelous opportunity in her growing-up years to learn her riding talents and... Full story
In Loving Memory of James "Jim" Richard Farmer, 91. It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Jim Farmer, a remarkable individual whose life was marked by a profound love for his family, his work, and his community. Jim passed away peacefully on August 25, 2023, at Hot Springs Health in Thermopolis, Wyo., leaving behind a legacy that will forever be etched in the hearts of those who knew him. Born on December 22, 1931, to Oscar and Dorthea (Rimbey) Farmer and raised in Powell,... Full story
James “Jim” Richard Farmer, 91, passed away on August 25, 2023, at Hot Springs Health in Thermopolis, Wyo. He was born on December 22, 1931, to Oscar and Dorthea (Rinbey) Farmer in Powell, Wyo. Cremation has taken place and services will be held Saturday, September 16, 2023, at the First Baptist Church in Thermopolis. The time has yet to be determined. Graveside inurnment will follow at Monument Hill Cemetery. A full obituary will follow in next week’s edition. Online condolences may be made at www.bryantfuneralhomeonline.co... Full story
Please join family and friends in celebrating the life of Jeanie Love, on September 9, 2023, at the Thermopolis Volunteer Fire Department with a service beginning at 11:30 a.m. and dinner to follow. Jeanie Love passed away on May 3 at the age of 88. Valerie Jean was born on November 10, 1934, in Thermopolis to Mildred (Nincehelser) and Alvie Doak. Harry Estes adopted Jeanie and her sister Dorita in 1940 after marrying Mildred. Jeanie married Duard Lee Love December 21, 1952, at the Worland... Full story
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Marie Britting. She passed away following a brief illness on Aug. 1, 2023. Marie was born in Lackawanna, N. Y., on Oct. 7, 1950, and spent her childhood in Hamburg, N. Y. She graduated from Frontier Central High School, class of 1969, and went on to Jamestown Jr. College to become a practical nurse. Eventually Marie relocated to California, graduating from San Francisco City College, as an RN. Marie worked as a nurse at the VA hospital,... Full story
Dennis Aaron Rush, 79, passed away May 13, 2023, of natural causes in Billings, Mont. Dennis was born May 6, 1944, in Worland, Wyo., to Clair and Louise (Dockery) Rush. He graduated from high school in Thermopolis, Wyo., in 1962 and married Margo Yonkee in 1964. They moved to Missoula, Mont., in January of 1965 to continue their college work. Dennis worked many jobs in his lifetime, always with an outdoor component. When he chose outdoor work as his lifetime goal, he interspersed his college work with stints int eh Forest Service both in... Full story
Nicky "Bush" Allen Dowdy, 66-year-old Thermopolis resident passed away near his home on August 4, 2023. Bush was born on August 9, 1956 to Jimmie Allen and Nellie Marietta (Mellor) in Sundance, Wyo. He graduated from Upton High School with the class of 1975. He married Carolyn Jean Taylor; to this union three children were born, Scott, Jason and Nicole. The couple later divorced. He married Jo Marie Kruse on November 4, 2011, in Buffalo, Wyo. Together they joined their families to create a... Full story
Thermopolis resident Nicky Allen Dowdy, 66, passed away near his home on August 4, 2023. Nicky “Bush” was born on August 9, 1956, to Jimmie Allen and Nellie Marietta (Melloir) in Sundance, Wyo. Cremation has taken place and no formal services are planned at this time. A full obituary will be in next week’s Thermopolis Independent Record....
Ned Faler, 58, passed away unexpectedly at his home in Thermopolis, Wyo., on July 20, 2023. Ned was born in Gillette, Wyo., on April 22, 1965. He was the third child to William (Bill) and Peggy Faler, one of three children. In 1977, the family moved to Thermopolis Wyoming where Ned graduated from High School in 1982. He loved Music and played the guitar, with a love for the bass guitar. This led him to Powell Community College to further his education. His next step was attending Berklee School... Full story
John Daly Hammond was born October 12, 1956, in Farmington, N.M. His family reported him missing November 11, 2021, and he was declared dead in June 2023. John spent his early childhood in Farmington. When he was a teenager his family moved to Thermopolis, Wyo., graduating in 1974 from Hot Springs County High School. He was active in sports acquiring the nickname John John on the track team. A natural linguist, the Air Force recruited him to study Russian. After his service, he returned to... Full story
Helen Roncco, 94, died on June 4, 2023, at Deer Trail Assisted Living in Rock Springs, Wyo., where she resided since Nov. 2021. She was born on June 21, 1928, to Nikola and Dushanka Pavkovich in Lander, Wyo. Her family moved to Gebo, Wyo., where she lived until she was eight years old when they moved to Thermopolis. On August 24, 1947, she married Leo Roncco, Jr. in Thermopolis, Wyo. He predeceased her in 1993 leaving her a widow for 30 years. Helen loved Thermopolis but had to move to assisted... Full story
Darlene Florence (Long) Skelton, 80, passed away peacefully on July 8, 2023 after a courageous battle with cancer. She was born June 12, 1943 in Worland, Wyoming, the third of four girls born to Russell Edwin and Irene Myra (Walker) Long. She grew up in Thermopolis and later in Billings, Montana. Darlene married Jesse Hernandez on May 19, 1962. Together, they had a loving union and two children in this marriage, Sheldon and Stephanie Hernandez. Darlene was widowed in July of 1971. She then... Full story
Evelyn Tibbits Perry passed away peacefully on Wednesday, July 5, 2023, at her home in Lusk, Wyo., at the age of 91. Evelyn was born in Lusk, Wyo., on August 10, 1931, to Clara Vera (Hanson) and Ansel C. (Slim) Tibbits. She attended elementary school in Lusk and graduated in 1949 from Lusk High School. In September, 1950, Evelyn married Eugene H. Perry at the First Baptist Church in Lusk. Gene was in the U. S. Marine Corps during World War II and was recalled to serve in the Korean War. Evelyn... Full story
Gregory Benjamin Sidney "Ben" Lea passed away July 2, 2023. Ben was born November 10, 1986, in Apple Valley, Calif., to Greg and Lorie Lea. Ben was raised in Coos Bay, Ore., where he developed a deep love for outdoor activities. He spent quality time with his dad hunting, fishing, and camping. He excelled in all youth sports and enjoyed them to the fullest. Ben cherished the hours he spent riding on the sand dunes with his friends. He loved working with his hands and took great pride in seeing... Full story
