Richard Dunlap

Funeral Services for Richard Dunlap will be held at 10:00 a. m., Wednesday, June 25, 2014 at New Life Wesleyan Church in Gillette, WY, Grandson Pastor W. O. Dunlap officiating. Visitation will be held, Tuesday, June 24, 2014 at Gillette Memorial Chapel from 4:00 p.m. to 7:00p.m. Richard passed away June 19, 2014 at the age of 93. He was born July 16, 1920 to William O. and Opal (Riddle) Dunlap and raised on the Dunlap ranch. After graduation from Campbell County High School he taught in a county rural school before joining his father in ranching. On February 10, 1945 Richard Dunlap married Helen J Brandner and made their home at the Dunlap ranch south of Gillette on the Douglas Highway. They had three children.Along with ranching Richard also operated the Conoco service station and worked as Campbell County court bailiff for twenty years. He enjoyed volunteer work through the Lions Club. In 1974 the ranch was sold to Amax Coal Company, now Belle Ayr Mine. Mr. Dunlap kept busy with many other investments over the years. Retirement years were enjoyed by wintering in Mesa, AZ and traveling to many vacation destinations in America but he was always anxious to get home to Gillette. A major factor of entertainment for Richard has been watching his children and grandchildren participate in athletic programs. Also he loved the excitement of Deadwood.Mr. Dunlap is survived by children; Sandra Rasmussen (and Robert) of Star Valley Ranch, WY, Judy Hladky (and Mike) and George Dunlap (and Lindie) all of Gillette. Ten grandchildren; Robyn Rasmussen, Rodney Rasmussen, and Ryan Rasmussen, Dusti Bulawa, Bubba Hladky and Braidi Lutgen, Brett D'Arthenay, W.O. Dunlap, Robert Dunlap and Lindsey Austin and 15 great-grandchildren. He is preceded in death by his wife Helen and parents W.O. and Opal Dunlap In lieu of flowers a memorial has been established for Hospice CCMH. Memorials and condolences can also be sent in care of Gillette Memorial Chapel 210 West 5th Street Gillette, WY 82716. Condolences may also be sent via our website at www.gillettememorialchapel.comFuneral Home:Gillette Memorial Chapel210 West Fifth Street Gillette, WYUS 82716