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It is with shock and disbelief that we sadly report the untimely death of Monte Lee Becker, age 59. He passed away on the 6th of September, 2022. He and his son Pascal were working at the Intricate Bay Lodge in Iliamna, Alaska, for the summer. Monte began experiencing shortness of breath a few months ago while in Chile, and while he wouldn't say anything his family noticed. Once in Alaska and two weeks prior to his passing, he had a cramp (as his son described it), his breathing became more diff... Full story
John Daniel Dodge, 96, passed Wednesday, September 14, 2022, at Hot Springs Health following a period of declining health. Born September 9, 1926, in Casper, Wyo., he was one of eight children of Elijah C. and Rose (Borchers) Dodge. The family lived in Alcova during the time the dam was built. They moved to Thermopolis in 1938 where John graduated from High School. From 1944-1948 he served in the Army Air Corps in Europe. Joining the local National Guard unit, he served in Korea from 1950-1952.... Full story
Bertha "Colleen" (Fisher) Lye passed peacefully into the Kingdom of the Lord on September 6, 2022, in Brush, Colo., where she has lived for the last 18 years. Colleen was born in Thermopolis, Wyo., on January 3, 1942, to Bertha Alita (Howard) Fisher and Ellis Radford Fisher JR. Colleen was sister to Clyde, Gail, Debbie and Joy Fisher. She graduated from Thermopolis High School in 1960 then married Howard Dean Lye and moved to Riverton, Wyo. To this marriage was born her only child, Shawna Rae... Full story
James “Jim” Vale Mills, an adventurous hunter, avid fisherman, Golden Glove boxer, scratch golfer, downhill skier, passionate poetry reader, knowledgeable historian, adored husband, world traveler and loving father to five daughters died of natural causes on September 15, 2022, in Rock Springs, Wyo. His wife Tuck, daughters, son-in-law, and grandchildren were by his side. Jim was born on March 11, 1933, on Long Lake in Burtrum, Minn. He was the first child of Lyle and Catherine Mills. Jim’s early years were spent in Chicago, where he atten... Full story
Christine G. O'Brien, 51, of Kirby, Wyo., died peacefully on August 31, 2022, at Billings Clinic in Billings, Mont., following an extended illness. Born in Columbus, Mont., on February 1, 1971, she was the daughter of the late Richard and Audrey (Nott) Bungard. Christine spent most of her childhood in Park City and Huntley, Mont. During her adulthood she traveled around a bit, eventually settling in Thermopolis, Wyo., where she met the love of her life, Larry O'Brien. They moved to Kirby... Full story
Helen M. Thamm, 73, was born in Chicago, Ill., June 16, 1949. On August 25, 2022, she went peacefully to be with her God. She was raised and educated in her hometown Chicago earning a Master's Degree in Psychiatric Nursing. But when she moved to Thermopolis in 2005 she referenced it as "her beautiful Thermopolis". Helen had served in several nursing roles, including direct patient care in hospitals where she loved helping people grow through a variety of mental health challenges as well as in... Full story
Shoshoni resident, Steven L. Taylor, 80, died at Hot Springs Health in Thermopolis on August 31, 2022.Graveside services will be Wednesday, September 7 at 11 a.m. at Monument Hill Cemetery with Mortimore Funeral Home assisting.... Full story
Funeral service for Gloria Franzen will be held at 1 p.m., Thursday, September 1, 2022, at Gillette Memorial Chapel; interment to follow at Mt. Pisgah Cemetery. Visitation will take place from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m., Wednesday, August 31, 2022, at Gillette Memorial Chapel. Gloria Andreen Franzen was born March 28,1941, to Frank and Lucille Andreen in Thermopolis, Wyo. Gloria passed away of natural causes on August 25, 2022. She was raised around Thermopolis, she had eight brothers and four sisters.... Full story
David Carl Dooley, 67, passed away Wednesday, August 24, 2022, at Hot Springs Health in Thermopolis after a period of declining health. Born November 1, 1954, in Salem, Ore., he was one of four children of Roy and Lois Dooley. The family moved to Thermopolis from Oregon in the early 70's. A heavy equipment operator for most of his life, David took life in the "fast lane". He handled all situations on his own terms. If he loved you, it was with his whole heart. He enjoyed the great outdoors,... Full story
Terry Edward Niswender Sr. passed away on Friday, August 26 at Wyoming Medical Center in Casper, Wyoming. Memorial service will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday, September 3, 2022, at Montgomery-Stryker Funeral Home. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations are made to Albany County 4-H for the Niswender memorial fund. Visit www.montgomerystryker.com... Full story
Helen M. Thamm, 73, died Thursday, August 25, 2022, at Hot Springs Health hospital. Memorial services are pending.... Full story
Kenneth C. Simmons, 92, of Kingsland, Texas, from Burlington, Colo., moved into the celestial home above to be with his Father on August 8, 2022. Ken was born to Harley Glenn Simmons, Sr. and Mary Eva Fisk on October 17, 1929, in Albion, Mich. Being the youngest of five kids afforded Ken the wisdom of his brothers and sisters of what to do and not to do. He loved his family very much and loved the holidays when they could all get together. Ken graduated from Battle Creek Central High School havi... Full story
Mary "Jolene" Esquibel, 63, passed away suddenly, August 14, 2022, at her residence in Thermopolis. She was born July 13, 1959, in Butte, Mont., the daughter of Joseph and Irene (Atkinson) Casey. Jolene graduated from Butte High School in 1977. After high school she entered the work force as a teller at First Bank Butte. Jolene married Bob Kambic in 1978 and together they had two boys, Joey and Justin. Jolene and Bob later divorced but remained friends. Jolene married Joe Murphy in 1987 where... Full story
Jeanne René Johnson, formerly of Concordia, Mo., passed away at the Wyoming Pioneer Home in Thermopolis, Wyo., on August 14, 2022. Jeanne was the daughter of the late Charles Lloyd and D. Kathleen Johnson. Jeanne was born on May 15, 1958, in Holton, Kan. She lived on ranches in Kansas, Oklahoma and Nebraska, a dairy in California and a farm south of Concordia during her childhood. Growing up in agriculture, Jeanne loved all animals and showed livestock in 4-H, enjoyed riding her horse and especi... Full story
Irene Bruckner, 76, went home Saturday, August 6, 2022, to be with her Lord Jesus Christ after a long struggle with illness. She died peacefully at her home, surrounded by her loved ones. In Irene's younger years she was an active member of the Eagle's Auxiliary. Throughout her life she enjoyed motorcycle riding, square dancing, horses, crocheting and arts and crafts. A lover of animals, she especially loved dogs and had a dog grooming business. A strong woman, she devoted her life to her... Full story
Robert "Larry" Lawrence Burnell passed away recently in Eugene, Ore., at the age of 85. Larry was born in Gebo, Wyo., in 1937 to Ina and Bob Burnell. Larry attended school in Thermopolis and enlisted in the Navy soon after he graduated high school. Being the oldest of eight children, Larry was seemingly a great babysitter as well as protector of all the younger siblings growing up. Larry is survived by his sister, Patricia Lea Burnell Williams, whom he was very close to and spoke with nearly... Full story
Deloris O'Brien (Dee), 88, of Kirby, Wyo., passed away in her home on August 5. Deloris was born in Provo, Utah, on December 26, 1933. She was preceded in death by her husband, Larry O'Brien; and son, Daniel Keener. Deloris had six children, Wilford Keener, Deborah Keener, Daniel Keener, Dennis O'Brien, Cynthia Bown and Drake Bevans. Deloris had 33 grandchildren, 69 great grandchildren and 16 great-great grandchildren. Deloris also fostered several children throughout her life. She enjoyed... Full story
Robert Lloyd "Opa" Grisham, 91, went to his eternal home with Jesus on Sunday, August 7, 2022, at Hot Springs Health in Thermopolis. Born October 31, 1930, in Pico, Calif., he was one of eight children born to James and Pearl (Young) Grisham. Serving 22 years in the U.S. Army he was a veteran of the Korean and Vietnam War. While stationed in Germany he met his future wife, Maria Eisele, whom he married on November 3, 1956 in Gauingen, Germany. After retiring in 1972, he enjoyed a happy, full... Full story
Irene Bruckner, 76, went home Saturday, August 6, 2022, to be with her Lord Jesus Christ after a long struggle with illness. Graveside services will be held at Riverside Cemetery, Friday, August 26 at 10 a.m. at the grave of Lyle and Thelma Robinson.... Full story
Larry Carter passed away July 21 at his home in Powell after a long battle with COPD. His loving wife Lanette and dear friend Maria Martinez were at his side. Larry was born in Snyder, Texas, on October 23, 1955, to Dean and Marie (Fort) Carter. He lived there until he moved with his family to Gillette, Wyo., in 1968 then to Thermopolis in 1969. Larry graduated from Thermopolis High school in 1975. In 1977 he moved to Powell to manage the country club. After several different jobs he began his... Full story
Helen Evelyn (Dierks) Lenz went to be in the arms of her loving Lord on Monday, July 18, 2022. She was born to Helen (Wersing) Dierks and Carl F. Dierks on March 15, 1926, in Goodrich, Colo. Helen moved with her family to a homestead near Kinnear, Wyo., in 1932. She attended school at Morton, Wyo. On January 25, 1948, she married Howard Lenz. They moved to Thermopolis, Wyo., to make their home. Helen Evelyn is survived by her daughter, Peggy Sanders of Massachusetts; sons, Carl W. Lenz and Georg... Full story
It is with sadness, sprinkled with a little joy, to tell you that Shirley Smith left us on July 19. She was truly one of a kind. Shirley was born June 14, 1930, just at the start of the Great Depression in Byron, Wyo., to Parley & Harriet Cook Vail. Being the 2nd born, she was raised with two sisters, Inez and Dorothy, and a brother, Orval. Although the family had a hard life, living in a railroad shack and at times a sheep wagon it was filled with love and adventure. Folks later, seeing a... Full story
Shoshoni resident, Jack F. Phillips, 73, passed away July 19, 2022, at the Thermopolis Rehabilitation and Wellness. No services are planned at this time.... Full story
Thomas Daniel Porter, 76, died Monday, July 4, 2022, at his residence in Thermopolis after a valiant battle with cancer. Born October 23, 1945, in Los Angeles, Calif., he was the son of Walter B. and Mary Surian Porter. After his high school graduation he was drafted into the Marine Corps where he served and was wounded in Vietnam. He was awarded the Purple Heart and the Commendation Medal. In the early 70s he married Debbie Savercool. Two children were born to this union. The couple later... Full story
Steven Allen Keiser, 80, died at his home in Billings, Mont., on July 2, 2022 from a broken heart. Steven was born in Fairbanks, Alaska, on October 29, 1941 to Lucille and Wayne Joslin and at six months old he and his sister, Patricia, were adopted by Mary Elizabeth and Rip Keiser. Three other siblings, Suzi, Marylee and Moreen, were not adopted. They came to Thermopolis, Wyo., via ocean ship down the Oregon coast so his mother could be a nurse for Dr. Gitletz. Steve was a lifeguard, station attendant, painter, and manager of Televents Inc. in... Full story
