Obituaries

Dec 1, 2023

 

Kevin E. Crawford, (62), of Gillette, WY, went to be with the Lord peacefully at his home, on December 1, 2023. Kevin was born on May 16, 1961 to Willis and Kathryn Crawford in Gordon, NE. He spent much of his child school years in the Hot Springs area, before the family settled in Upton, WY. Kevin was most...

Dec 1, 2023

In loving memory of a father and husband, James Howard Vigil, who passed away on December 1, 2023, at the age of 60. He was the devoted husband of Elise Vigil and loving father of Michael Vigil, Benjamin Vigil and Shelby (TJ) Bruce. He will be deeply missed by all who knew him. 

One of the kindest souls on this...

Dec 1, 2023

Steven Craig Neiffer was born August 13th, 1958 in Rapid City, SD to Hiram and Jeannette (Oleson) Neiffer.  The family moved to Hill City, SD in 1972 where Steven graduated High School in 1977.  After graduation, he moved to Gillette, WY and was employed at Wyodak Mine.  Steven later worked at PTI Transportation  for many years as the crew van...

Nov 29, 2023

Travis Wayne Wagner, 44, of Rozet, Wyoming, passed away on November 29, 2023. Arrangements are pending with Gillette Memorial Chapel.

Nov 27, 2023

With heavy hearts, we mourn the passing of Robert Dale Hays, aged 64, who peacefully left this world on November 27, 2023 in Moorcroft, Wyoming, surrounded by the love of his family. Born on January 27, 1959, in Bismarck, North Dakota, Robert was welcomed into the world by his parents, Donna Jean (Laramore) Schmidt and Dale Joseph Schmidt. After Dale’s...

Nov 27, 2023

Robert Louis Davis, 79, of Gillette, Wyoming, passed away peacefully on November 27, 2023. Arrangements are pending with Gillette Memorial Chapel.

Nov 27, 2023

 

Parker Alan Teske was born on April 7, 1979, he was 44 years old. It is with heavy hearts and profound sorrow that we announce the passing of Parker on November 27, 2023, of diabetic complications. Parker brought warmth, joy, and an unforgettable spirit to the lives of all who were fortunate enough to know him. He enjoyed a...

Nov 23, 2023

 

Funeral service for John Hubbard will be held at 11:00 a.m., Wednesday, November 29, 2023 at Gillette Memorial Chapel with Chaplain Gordon Harper officiating; interment to follow at Mt. Pisgah Cemetery. John R Hubbard, 93, of Gillette, passed away Thursday, November 23, 2023 at his home. John was born June 17, 1930, in Buffalo, Wyoming, the fifth of eight...

Nov 21, 2023

 

Matthew James Hull, 45, of Gillette, WY, passed away on November 21, 2023.

Matthew was born on June 19, 1978 to James D. Hull and Elizabeth Ann Nickel in Scottsdale, AZ. After Matthew graduated high school in 1996, he enlisted in the United States Army. Matthew served under the 1st Battalion, 507th Parachute Infantry Regiment. Matthew earned a meritorious...

Nov 20, 2023

Nov 19, 2023

 

Dorris Eilein Welch, 89, of Gillette, Wyoming passed away on November 19, 2023. She was a dedicated wife, mother, grandmother and great grandmother, and a friend to many. She was born on July 27, 1934 to Michel and Thelma Friese near Brownstown, Illinois on the family farm. She graduated from high school in Brownstown. She married John Welch on...

Nov 17, 2023

Honored veteran and father, Wade Whetstone, passed on Friday, November 17th, 2023 at his care facility in Gillette, WY at the age of 66.  Funeral services will be conducted at a later date in the state of Florida.

Nov 15, 2023

 

Maxine L. (Whetham) Kaul was born December 28, 1930 near Lynch, in rural Boyd County, Nebraska. The first child of Robert Edgar and Vada Izora Long Whetham, she weighed 4 pounds 2 ounces at birth and was given the middle names of her two aunt Helens.  Maxine graduated from Spencer High School in 1948 with a certificate in teaching...

Nov 15, 2023

 

Benjamin Herbert Buckmiller - dedicated husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, and friend - passed away in his sleep at Legacy in Gillette, WY on Wednesday, November 15, 2023. He was 92 years old. Benjamin Herbert was born to Benjamin Harrison and Orpha June (Glass) Buckmiller in Hot Springs, SD on March 27, 1931. He went by numerous names. Herbert, Herb,...

Nov 14, 2023

 

Lousie Marie Schirmer 84 of, Gillette Wyoming passed away on November 14, 2023, at Campbell County Memorial Health of natural causes. Lousie was born in Gillette, Wyoming Margrett Satter (Carl) and Lauretta Rodgers and Edward Sanmann on January 28, 1939. She received a bachelor’s degree in business in 2017. The majority of her life was spent being a respite...

Nov 14, 2023

Clayton Oscar Jerred, 88, of Gillette, died Tuesday, Nov. 14, 2023. He was surrounded by his family and the staff at Westview Health Care Center in Sheridan, Wyoming. A celebration of life begins at 11 a.m. Tuesday, Feb. 20, 2024, on his birthday, at High Plains Community Church. Anyone who knew Clayton knew that he was a joy to be around, always...

Nov 12, 2023

 

Funeral services for longtime Gillette, Wyoming resident, LuJean Egan, age 89, will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Friday, November 17, 2023, at The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints located at 1500 O’Hara Dr. A graveside service will immediately follow at Mount Pisgah Cemetery. Visitation will be held on, Thursday, November 16, 2023, from 5:00 - 8:00...

Nov 12, 2023

 

Memorial service for Tammy Stimpson will be held at 11:00 a.m., Monday, December 11, 2023 at Calvary Missionary Baptist Church 600 Longmont St, Gillette. Tammy Ann Stimpson, 50, a cherished member of the Gillette community, sadly passed away on November 12, 2023. She fought bravely against cancer, but ultimately succumbed to the illness. Born on November 15, 1972, in...

Nov 8, 2023

Loralea Landreth age 92, of Gillette, WY passed away Wednesday, November 8, 2023 at Primrose Retirement Community. Memorials and condolences may be sent in care of Walker Funeral Home 410 S Medical Arts Court, Gillette, WY 82716

Nov 5, 2023

 

Flora “Jean” Chastaine, 81, of Gillette, Wyoming, passed away peacefully surrounded by family, on November 5, 2023.

 

Jean was born on March 29, 1942 to Andy and Ruby Burrough in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma. Jean lost her parents at a young age which led her to being raised by her Aunt Lorena.

 

Jean married her first husband, Donald...