Jason Pederson

Jason M. Pederson, 79, died Monday, July 13, 2015, at his residence in Thermopolis.

Born December 29, 1935, in Guleph, N.D., he was the son of Harold and Hazel (Boss) Pederson. After high school, he attended Central Wyoming College graduating with an associate degree. He joined the US Air Force in 1956 serving until 1967.

Coming to Thermopolis from Torrington, Wyo. in 1976, he established Pederson Auto Repair. In the early 80's Jason returned to college where he met his future wife, Cheryl Ann Gunckel. They married December 30, 1986, in Riverton, Wyo.

Jason became a park ranger working in law enforcement in the Big Horn Mountains, Wyo., Kentucky and Montana until health issues forced early retirement.

His interests included camping, reading, gardening and spending time with his family.

He is survived by his wife, Cheryl, of 30 years; daughters, Judy (Steve), Nicki, Jenny and Michelle (Justin); brothers, Ralph, Richard and Raymond; sister, Marianne; nine grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews.

He is preceded in death by his parents; grandson, Taten Bleak; and son, David.

Memorial services will be held Saturday, July 18, 11 a.m. at Holy Trinity Episcopal Church with the Reverend Lynn Davenport and Ron Philips officiating. At the conclusion there will be an Honor Guard Salute. A light lunch will follow. Services and burial will be held Monday, July 20 at 11 a.m., at the Black Hills National Cemetery in Sturgis, S.D.

Due to allergies, the family requests no flowers, please. Donations may be made to Cheryl Pederson at Big Horn Federal, 643 Broadway, Thermopolis, 82443.

Mortimore Funeral Home assisted the family with arrangements. Messages may be sent to http://www.mortfh.com.