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Jerry Lou Slagle, 87, of Ogallala, Neb., passed away Tuesday, February 1, 2022, at the Ogallala Community Hospital. Jerry was born to John and Myrtle Slagle in Grant, Neb., on November 20, 1934, the oldest of four children, including Ted Slagle of Ogallala, Jeanne Sherman of Douglas, Wyo., and Max Slagle of Darwin, Australia. He married Nancy Shearer on August 28, 1955, and she preceded him in death. After college and a short stint in the US Army, he worked as an insurance claims adjuster in Ind... Full story
Ronald Joe Carswell passed away February 2, 2022, in Thermopolis, Wyo. Ron was born June 2, 1959 to Allen and Agatha (Grassl) Carswell in Casper, Wyo. The family moved to Thermopolis, Wyo., where he attended school in Hot Springs County and graduated from high school. After school he worked in the oil fields around the area until he started his own business in the 80s. He operated Ron's Welding and Pump Service until he retired a few years ago due to ill health. He is survived by his wife, Chery... Full story
Annetta Marie Juvan, 68, passed away Thursday, January 3, 2022, at Hot Springs Health in Thermopolis. One of four children of James and Doris (Klein) Arthur, she was born December 9, 1953, in Denver, Colo. In 1956 the family moved to Thermopolis ranching on Owl Creek. Later in life she moved to Kemmerer for a job and there met her future husband, Gary James Juvan. They were wed December 22, 1990. After Gary's death in 2007, Annette returned to Thermopolis. As a young girl she was active in 4-H a... Full story
On January 21, 2022, our Christmas angel, Dixie Lee Lake, was called to Heaven. She was born in Lisco, Neb., on December 25, 1935, the first of eight children of Oscar and Gladys (Winterer) Lance. She attended Garden County School, graduating in 1953. Attending West Nebraska General Hospital School of Nursing, she graduated in 1956 with an RN degree. Dixie was "swept off her feet" by Charles Lake whom she married April 15, 1957, in Oshkosh, Neb. They became parents of three children. The family... Full story
Frank Herbert Harris, 82, passed away January 11, 2022, at Hot Springs Health in Thermopolis. He was presently living at the Senior Citizen Apartments. One of five children, he was born September 23, 1939, in Casper, Wyo., the son of Herbert and Frankie (Bush) Harris. Frank attended school in Mills, Wyo., and graduated from Natrona County High School. Active in Junior Rodeo he was a bulldogger and a saddle bronc champ. In school he was taught how to operate heavy equipment which became a lifelong skill. In 1962 he married Betty J. Phillips,... Full story
Denise Doreen Gall born October 17, 1995, passed away at the age of 26 on January 1, 2022. in Casper, Wyo. Denise was born to Harold and RaeLynn Gall in Thermopolis and lived there until 2001. She was then raised by her uncle and aunt, John and Kathy Gall. Denise enjoyed people and was very outgoing. During her school years she loved playing volleyball and joined the cheerleading team for Kelly Walsh High School graduating in 2014. After graduation, she worked in the restaurant business and... Full story
Daniel Franklin, 70, passed away January 4, 2022, at Hot Springs Health in Thermopolis following a period of declining health. Born June 18, 1951, in Paso Robles, Calif., he was the son of Wesley and Lydia (Clausen) Franklin. After earning his PhD he was employed as an engineer for PG&E for many years in California. In the late 90’s he married Lynda Losey in California. The couple moved to Wyoming in the mid 2000’s eventually settling in Thermopolis along with their good friend, Roberta Elwell, with whom they had been friends for over thi... Full story
John Allen Huckman, Jr, 75, passed away Friday, January 7, 2022, at Hot Springs Health in Thermopolis following a valiant battle with cancer. Born August 18, 1946, in Hill County, Texas, he was one of four children of John and Daphine (Cleveland) Huckman, Sr. Growing up in Victoria, Texas, he was active in baseball and invited to try out in the minor league but the Vietnam War intervened. He served in the US Navy from 1966-1970. After his discharge he worked at the service station his Dad... Full story
Larry D. “Hippy” Howe passed away January 11, 2022, at Hot Springs Health after a lengthy illness. He was born June 25, 1950, to Lucille Shoopman and Merle Howe in Thermopolis, Wyo. Larry was living at the Wyoming Pioneer Home prior to his passing. He referred to the WPH as his home and thought highly of the staff that worked there. Larry worked for a short period of time on drilling rigs. He enjoyed sharing stories with his coffee shop friends. The majority of his time was spent driving the streets of Thermopolis. He never met a stranger and... Full story
Kenneth Dale Kowlok, 85, of Cody, Wyo., passed away Wednesday, January 12, 2022. Ken was born in Gebo, Wyo., on March 5, 1936 to Rudolph and Evelyn Kowlok. He graduated from Thermopolis High School in 1954. In January of 1955 he enlisted in the United States Navy where he proudly served for 30 years and retired as a Master Chief Draftsman. After his retirement, he loaded up the truck and moved back to Wyoming. In 1987 he and longtime love Annette were married. He loved to hunt, fish, and spend... Full story
Alfred "Al" James Jackson passed on January 4, 2022, just shy of his 102 birthday. Al was born in Burlington, Wyo., February 16, 1920, to William and Christine (Peterson) Jackson. Al was one of seven children to bless the family and had fond memories of his childhood on the family farm. When Al was 15 the family moved to the South Fork of the Shoshone River outside of Cody. As a result of this move Al quit school with only a 9th grade education but in 1956 he obtained his high school... Full story
Wallace "Wally" Edwin VanAntwerp, 87, went to be with the Lord, on January 6 2022, in Thermopolis, Wyo. On November 14, 1934, Wally was born in Richardton, N.D. He was 1 of 8, he had 5 sisters, and 2 brothers, born to John Randoff and Olivia Eva(Barrette) VanAntwerp. He was raised in Helena, Mont., and graduated from the Catholic High School in 1954. He proudly served in the US NAVY on board the USS RANDLE as a Radioman, from 1954-1958. On June 13, 1960, Wally married his beloved wife, Eleanor... Full story
Catherine Lois "Cathy" Drageset, 70, passed away Sunday, January 9, 2022, at her residence in Thermopolis, Wyo., after a period of declining health. Born November 16, 1951, in Thermopolis, she was one of four children of Saul and Jene (Spinus) Larson. She worked in her parent's drugstore for several years. A caregiver for much of her life, she later acquired her CNA degree of which she most proud. Cathy was a member of the VFW Auxiliary, Eagles Lodge and BPOE. Her joy was any outdoor activities... Full story
John A. Huckman, Jr, 75, passed away Friday, January 7, 2022, at Hot Springs Health in Thermopolis. Memorial services will be January 22 at 10 a.m. at Hot Springs Christian Church.... Full story
Thomas John Young passed away peacefully on December 23, 2021, at Thermopolis Rehabilitation and Wellness. He was born on January 30, 1937, to Norm and Billie Young. His first home was the electric plant in the Midwest oil field with his parents and his brother, Orin Young. His family enjoyed the outdoors, hunting, and fishing, something which Tommy enjoyed most of his life. Living in the small community of the electric plant, made him appreciate family and friends. Tommy graduated from Midwest... Full story
Gay, sweet and clever, she will be your friend forever" That was the description of Jacque Dee (Skelton) Johnson in her class of 1961 Bobcats yearbook, and it remained true through her final hours. Jacque loved people and made friends everywhere she went- she talked to anyone, uplifted everyone, and was kind to all. Her infectious laughter and cheerful nature went before her and enveloped everyone she encountered- even teasing the fella recently sitting at the next table in the Black Bear that... Full story
Melinda Anne (Reifer) Drew, 63, passed away on January 3, 2022, at Hot Springs Health. She was born on January 1, 1958, in Fromberg, Mont., to Benjamin Russell and Edna May (Unken) Reifer. Graveside services were held Wednesday, January 5 at Riverside Cemetery in Thermopolis with military honors.... Full story
George Allen Kelly, 63, passed away Monday, December 27, at Hot Springs Health in Thermopolis, Wyo. Born July 5, 1958, in Great Falls, Mont., he was one of seven children of George and Goldie (McGovern) Granger. Following his graduation from high school he joined his family in Thermopolis in 1974. Although disabled he enjoyed a full life. Active in the Eagles Lodge, as was his entire family, he served a time as President. He was proud of his 22 year sobriety aided by the Hot Springs Counseling... Full story
Raymond Eldon Maret, 91, passed away on Wednesday, November 24, 2021. Ray was born on a ranch near Thermopolis, Wyo., on September 15, 1930, to parents Don W. Maret and Anna Johnson Maret. He attended school there, graduating from Hot Springs County High School in 1948. After a couple of years at University of Wyoming, he joined the National Guard and served in the Korean War, where he was injured by an exploding shell. After a long recovery in the hospital, he returned to the University of Wyoming and earned a Masters degree in Geology in... Full story
Raymond Eldon Maret, 91, passed away on Wednesday, November 24, 2021. Ray was born September 15, 1930, on a ranch near Thermopolis, Wyo., and attended school there, graduating from Hot Springs County High School in 1948. After a couple of years at University of Wyoming, he joined the National Guard and served in the Korean War, where he was injured by an exploding shell. After a long recovery in the hospital, he returned to the University of Wyoming and earned a Masters degree in Geology in 1956, and graduated at the top of his class. Ray... Full story
June Robinson Mueller, 99, passed away December 12, 2021, at her home in Horicon, Wis. June was the daughter of H. A. and Arlene Robinson of Thermopolis, Wyo. June met and married Kenneth V. Mueller during World War II. They raised their family in Ken’s hometown of West Bend, Wis. June is survived by her children, Karen Mueller of West Bend, Sue Mueller and Steve Mueller both of Madison, and Linda (Ric) Watson of Horicon; and her brother, Keith (Josie) Robinson of Littleton, Colo. She was preceded in death by her husband, Ken, in 1992; sons, K... Full story
Jerry Wayne Schlager, 86, passed away Thursday, December 9, 2021, at the Hot Springs Health in Thermopolis. Born October 18, 1935, in Scottsbluff, Neb., he was one of four children of Walter and Ann (Dorn) Schlager. The family moved from Torrington, Wyo., to Casper where Jerry graduated from high school. On July 30, 1954, he married Betty J. Schrader in Casper. He began his work career as a farmer/rancher, then was employed by Standard Oil/Amoco Bulk Plant for thirty years. In October of 1984... Full story
Tori Lynn Rollins lost her courageous battle with cancer, surrounded by her family on November 29, 2021, at Presbyterian/St. Luke's Medical Center in Colorado sixteen months after being diagnosed with Synovial Sarcoma Cancer. Tori was 23 years old; born on July 10, 1998, at Hot Springs County hospital to parents Justin and Elaine Rollins. The Rollins family lived in Thermopolis briefly before moving to Manderson, Wyo., in 2000 where she grew up and went to school. Through hunting, fishing, and... Full story
Letamae French, 90, passed away peacefully in her sleep November 27, 2021, at the home of her daughter, Kerry, in Eagle, Nebr., where she had resided the past 2 ½ years. Born October 15, 1931, in Waco, Neb., she was one of nine children of Miller and Inez (Valentine) Adkisson. In 1949 she graduated from Lincoln High School in Nebraska, then entered into marriage with Floyd French in June. The couple ranched in the northeastern Colorado area for four years, then to Denver where Floyd... Full story
Donna Jo Haratyk, age 71, of Springfield, Mo., passed away on November 18, 2021. She entered this life on September 22, 1950, the daughter of Joseph and Dorothy (Dole) Haratyk in Thermopolis, Wyo. With a generous heart, Donna loved helping people and chose to become a nurse. She worked as a nurse in prisons and as a pediatric disability nurse. Donna enjoyed gardening, traveling, painting, creating stained glass art, and spending time with animals, especially dogs. She was an active member of the Episcopal Church. Donna was a wonderful... Full story
