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Frank Lutz, 65, passed away Friday, July 3, 2020, in Thermopolis. Born April 5, 1955, in Coatesville, Pa., he was the son of Frank and Francis (Miller) Lutz. He graduated from Downingtown High School in 1973. On August 28, 1982 he married Sheila Stuart and the couple has three children, Jason, Nicole and Jessica. Most of his career was working for and retiring from the Wyoming Department of Transportation. Frank was an avid fan of his beloved Philadelphia Eagles and Penn State Nittany Lions. He... Full story
Helen Frances Todorovich Castro passed away peacefully June 27, 2020, in Thousand Oaks, Calif., with her son and daughter by her side. Helen was born in Gebo, Wyo., on November 14 (year unknown per her wishes) to Eli & Nellie Todorovich. After graduating from Hot Springs County High School, she traveled to California & worked for Pacific Bell where she retired. Helen married George Castro and they had a son Eddie, and a daughter, JoLynn. She loved to dance, bowl, bake & garden. Playing "the... Full story
Harold Damm, 92, passed away Friday, July 3, 2020, at Thermopolis Rehabilitation and Wellness. Born January 4, 1928, in Froid, Mont., he was the son of Jacob and Maria (Brese) Damm. On June 30, 1950, he married Edith Almond in Sidney, Mont. To this union was born three children. The couple first came to Thermopolis around 1960, settling there a short time later. He served in the US Army in 1958 and received a medical discharge in 1959. Most of his life was spent as a driller in numerous... Full story
Virginia "Jenny" N. Coe, 64, passed away suddenly June 19, 2020, in Thermopolis, Wyoming after a massive stroke. Born July 1, 1955 in Hillsville, Va., she was the daughter of Howard and Alene (Smythers) Williams. For much of her life she worked as a waitress and for 20 years was a retail clerk at a truck stop. She married John T. Coe, Sr. The couple had two sons and two daughters. Mr. Coe died in 2013. Jenny enjoyed looking after others, keeping a clean house and spending time with her family.... Full story
At the age of 83, Patrick Kevin Kelly passed peacefully on Sunday June 14, 2020, with family by his side. He leaves behind his wife of 60 years, Leona Kelly, son Kevin (Chris), daughter Colleen (Craig), grandchildren Camryn (Miles), Madlyn, Jesse, Patrick and McKenzie, brother Mike, sisters Patricia and Eileen as well as many very close friends. He was preceded in death by his sister Sheila. Pat was born on December 19, 1936, in San Francisco. He attended Notre Dame des Victoires Catholic... Full story
Lena May Jacobs Di Felici passed away peacefully on June 17, 2020, at her home in Thermopolis, Wyo., surrounded by her loving family. Lena May said she lived a charmed life and in her own words " I don't think I ever wanted a different one". She was born in Thermopolis on January 25, 1939, as Lena May Jacobs. She was raised and enjoyed her childhood with her parents and sister in Gebo, Wyo. Her family moved to Thermopolis where she attended and graduated from Hot Springs County High School in... 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... 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
