Billy Lara

Funeral services for Billy Lara will be held at 2:00 p.m., Wednesday, April 26, 2017 at Gillette Memorial Chapel; internment to follow at Mt. Pisgah Cemetery. Visitation will take place prior to service from 12:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m., Wednesday, April 26, 2017 at Gillette Memorial Chapel. Billy left us for home on Thursday, April 13, 2017 after succumbing to injuries from a motor vehicle accident. He was 40 years old. Bill was born on June 24, 1976 to Bobby Joe and Lana Jo Toohey-Lara in Buffalo, Wyoming. He attended schools in Gillette, WY. Growing up, he was very playful and energetic. Those who knew him would say this greatly carried over into adulthood. He was a fantastic athlete, especially excelling in soccer and arm wrestling. He held several championships for both. Billy was good at everything he put his mind to- along with a strong work ethic. His carpentry skills were masterful. Many people had the privilege of him taking on their projects, receiving finished work that was beautiful. Bill was especially known for his SMILE. It was hard to be around him and be unhappy. His energy and smile were contagious. Bill loved his family to his full capacity. He is loved and missed by so many friends and family. He is survived by his son; Skyler Naser-Lara of Gillette, WY, daughters; Tiana Naser-Lara of Gillette, WY, Veronica Ruiz and Taylor Fox of Sheridan, WY, step-son; Joseph Fox of Sheridan, WY, siblings; Robert "Beatle" Lara, Ashlee Avila, Adam Lara, and Anthony Lelley, aunts; Betty Clouse, Glenda Valencia, Vicki Barker, Brenda LaVallie, Vanda Cathey and Gwyn Martinson and one uncle; Matt Toohey. He is preceded in death by his mom; Lana Jo Toohey, dad; Robert "Bobby" Joseph Lara, Grandma Myrtle Toohey, Grandparents; Ben and Rose Lara and many aunts, uncles and one nephew; Devin Lara. In lieu of flowers memorials can be made to benefit his children. Memorials and condolences may be sent in care of Gillette Memorial Chapel 210 West 5th Street, Gillette, WY 82716. Condolences may also be expressed at www.gillettememorialchapel.com