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Funeral services for JOHN ROLAND ELLIS, 81, will be held 1pm Wednesday May 14, 2025, at the Christ Reformed Presbyterian Church with Pastor Nate Johnson officiating. Burial will follow in the Valley View Cemetery and the casket will be closed. John passed away May 2, 2025, at the Niobrara Community Hospital in Lusk after a valiant battle with ALS. In lieu of flowers the family requests memorials be sent to Gracie's Promise at 1437 Road 70 L-A Torrington, Wyoming 82240. Arrangements are under the direction of the Colyer Funeral Home and condolences may be sent to www.colyerfuneralhome.com John was born February 29, 1944, in Hanna, Wyoming to John and Florence Ellis. John, also known as...

Alex Connell, 92, passed away peacefully on May 1, 2025, in Cheyenne, Wyoming. He was born on May 10, 1932, to Tom and Grace Connell in Muskegon, Michigan. Alex was the devoted husband of Luann (Bekkering) Connell, who preceded him in death on January 12, 2025. Married for 72 years, Alex and Luann built a large and loving family that now spans five generations. He is survived by his children: Kim Parker (Jim), Kay Irwin (Randy), Kris Connell-Johns (Doug), Kathy Dillmon, and Tom Connell; his grandchildren: Jenny Deeder, Brent Parker, Brandy Kuno, Mindy Poulton, Todd Irwin, Stephanie Dillmon, Candice Dillmon, Michael Johns, and Tommy Connell; as well as 17 great-grandchildren and three...

Scott Patrick Foster of Grayling, MI passed away on April 29th, 2025. Age 77, Scott was diagnosed with pancreatic cancer in September 2023. Scott was born in Chelsea, MI to Dudley & Angeline Foster on November 21, 1947. After graduating from Chelsea High School in 1965, Scott earned a bachelor's from Western Michigan & a master's in education from University of Michigan (1974). On April 19, 1969, he married his high school sweetheart, Christine M. Lindauer & they were married 50 years before she preceded him in death five years ago. Scott started his teaching career in his hometown of Chelsea, MI, but was drafted by the US Army where he served in Germany. Upon returning to...

A Celebration of Tom Throgmorton's life will be held at 10:00 a.m. on Friday, June 6, 2025 at The Gardens on Spring Creek, Fort Collins, CO. Visit goesfuneralcare.com to share memories and read Tom's obituary.

It is with great sadness that long time fly-fisherman, Robert A. Campbell made his last cast on October 17th, 2024, passing at the age of 86 at Hospice of Laramie. Robert was well-known for his love of his family, fly-fishing and fly-tying, animals, nature and of course, his students at Prep or the Lab School on the University of Wyoming campus. Born January 21st, 1938 to Lyle and Minnie Campbell in Decatur, IL, Robert grew up in the 1940s which wasn't as idyllic as the old TV shows and movies portray it to be, but life was much simpler. After graduating with a BA in English from Millikin University in Decatur, Robert then earned his MA in English at the University of Illinois before...

Ian and Christine Travers Ian Lawrence Travers (1931-2025), 94 years, and Mary Christine Sylvia Travers ne? Lacey (1934-2025), 91 years, passed peacefully on March 18 and 19, 2025, 13 hours apart and literally side by side, at Davis Hospice, Cheyenne, Wyoming. They had a deep and lasting connection and had been married 72 years. Ian declined quickly after they learned of Christine's cancer prognosis. Ian and Christine lost an infant son, Gary Lee Travers, while living in Japan in 1960. All three will be buried in the National Cemetery in Cheyenne, Wyoming, in May. Ian was born on April 7, 1931, in Lambeth, London, England, to Phyllis Eileen Rolfe, but was raised primarily by his...

There will be a full obituary in the Laramie Boomerang on Saturday, April 12th to view.

There will be a full obituary in the Laramie Boomerang on Saturday, April 12th to view.

Bruce Jack Noble, PhD, 90, of Madison, Wisconsin, passed away on April 6th at his home in Madison having exhausted all that medical science could offer for his many vulnerabilities. As a lifelong Unitarian Universalist, he is surely happy to finally learn the answer to "what happens next?" Bruce was born in Saginaw, Michigan, on August 19, 1934. His life journey can be chronicled in many ways - husband, father, grandfather, brother, friend, athlete, educator, scientist, mentor, counselor, and coach. His approach to each of these was one of love and firm dedication. He had an unquenchable thirst for knowledge. He loved to read and research a wide variety of topics, especially his family...

Bruce Jack Noble, PhD, 90, of Madison, Wisconsin, passed away on April 6th at his home in Madison having exhausted all that medical science could offer for his many vulnerabilities. As a lifelong Unitarian Universalist, he is surely happy to finally learn the answer to "what happens next?" Bruce was born in Saginaw, Michigan, on August 19, 1934. His life journey can be chronicled in many ways - husband, father, grandfather, brother, friend, athlete, educator, scientist, mentor, counselor, and coach. His approach to each of these was one of love and firm dedication. He had an unquenchable thirst for knowledge. He loved to read and research a wide variety of topics, especially his family...

Kysa Ann Meek, age 70 of Richmond, passed away March 27, 2025 with her family by her side. Beloved wife of Larry Meek for 47 wonderful years. Devoted mother to Casey (Jason) Ahmer and Ashley (Dean) Alejandro. Cherished grandmother Allie Ahmer and James Alejandro. Dear sister to Kevin Best. Preceded in death by parents Derell, Sherry, and Kevin Best. Kysa worked for The VA Hospital in Cheyenne WY for many years before moving to IL with her family. She was a Clinical Research Manager for Abbott Laboratories / AbbVie for 29 years studying various drugs including those for cancer. Her love for quilting was not just a hobby but a means of spreading joy, as she donated countless handmade quilts...

Georgia E (Seltrecht) Karash, 83 years young, resident of Oak Forrest, Illinois, went home to be with the Lord, March 29, 2025. She passed away from a sudden unexpected illness in Northwestern Medicine Palos Heights, Illinois. Georgia was born September 29, 1941 in Cheyenne, WY. Her parents: Richard Paul Seltrecht, Dorothy Bernice (Henry) Seltrecht. Marriages: December 7, 1958, First Christian Church Cheyenne, WY. to Edward Glen Snyder. Second marriage July 24, 1984, Silver Bells Chapel Reno, Nevada to Jerald Lee Karash. She attended Elementary, Junior High and High school in Cheyenne, WY. Beauty Culture Diploma, Ricky's School of Beauty Culture. Joliet, Illinois, January 9, 1969. AA...

Valore Kuhn, 88, went to be with Our Lord on February 9, 2025, from Canyon Vista Hospital in Sierra Vista, Arizona. Val was born in Halfway, Missouri, to Bryan and Sylvia Kuhn on August 3, 1936. He was the last of 5 brothers Vern, Wayne, Darrel, Donald and Dale with one sister Jackie. Val served his country in the Army from 1956 to 1959 in Korea. January 16, 1960, Val married Donna Lessley in Laramie, Wyoming. He worked at the missile base in Cheyenne. Soon after, he was a powder monkey for Wyoming Const. Val worked for Northern Gas in the late sixties where he retired 30 years later in 1995 as Superintendent of Service. Val was active in AAU Swimming when his 2 children Becky and...

Aubrey C. Clark, 50, of Corvallis, Montana passed away Friday, March 21. 2025 in Scottsdale, AZ after her body could no longer keep up with the desires of her soul. Aubrey was born September 8, 1974 to her loving mother Cynthia Marie Tyler at the Sweetwater Memorial Hospital in Rock Springs, WY. Aubrey was raised in Rock Springs and spent her childhood there, attending local schools, taking dance classes with her cousins and overall blossoming into a marvelous child. Her teen years were spent in Payson, UT, where she finished out her academics at Payson High School, graduating in 1992 with honors. During her time at Payson High she made lifelong friends and showed a continued love for...

SMSgt James Matt Messer Jr., age 71, of Pineville, KY, passed on Monday, February 17, 2025, at the VA Hospital, Lexington, KY. He was born in Bell County, KY, on October 27, 1953, to James and Ruby Messer. James served 33 years in the United States Air Force and Wyoming Air National Guard. He was preceded in death by, his parents, daughter, Laura Messer and granddaughter, Shaila Sigward. James is survived by his daughter, Genevieve Sigward; son James David Messer; grandchildren, Kaullin, Eleccia, Orion, James Hudson, and Ella Mae; great-grandchildren, Leyah, and Juliette; 7 siblings; and Many nieces and nephews. A Funeral Service, with Military Honors and Interment, was Saturday,...

Donna Joan McCalmon Adamson passed away peacefully at home in Powell, Wyoming, early Monday morning, March 10, 2025, at the age of 90. She was born in her Grandma Heimer's house in Powell, Wyoming, on May 29, 1934. Donna was the daughter of Paul McCalmon and Winnie Heimer McCalmon. Donna was raised in Powell and grew up working alongside her family at The Coffee Cup Cafe and Paul's Drive-In Theater. When she was 20 years old, she also did some modeling for J.C. Penney. Growing up, she loved dancing, collecting dolls, roller skating, and sewing. She graduated with Powell High School's 39th graduating class, the class of 1953. Following graduation, Donna took her love for dance and trained...

She transitioned peacefully at home surrounded by family. Burial will be on March 19th at 2:00 pm at Schrader Funeral Home. A celebration will follow at Orchard Valley Community Center, 2111 S. 1st Ave.

Stephen Goldman, 78, died at home in Arvada, CO. after a long battle with Parkinson's disease on February 22nd. Steve was born December 28, 1946 In White Plains New York, to Sylvia and Sydney Goldman. His teenage years were spent in his father's Camera store in downtown White Plains, where he first learned to love photography. Steve earned a bachelor's degree from Defiance (Ohio) College in 1965 and the next year began a teaching job at Coldwater (Ohio) high school. After graduating from Miami (OH) University in 1970, he became a guidance counselor in the Berea Ohio school system where he met his future wife Linda, a teacher. They married in 1974. After earning his doctorate from the...

Jacob Alton Hair, 33, of Gillette, Wyoming, went to be with his Heavenly Father on March 6, 2025. Jacob was born on January 3, 1992, to Maria Louisa Negron in Shreveport, Louisiana. Jacob is survived by his stepdad, Jesse Buckendahl, his stepdad and stepmom, Richard and Linda Forth. His mother, Maria Negron, his best friend and soulmate, Danielle, his children, Israel Hair, Cyrus Hair, Sonny Hair-New, and Oakley Plush, his sisters, Ashley Hair, Samantha Baker, Tricia Forth, and his brother Anthony Forth as well as several nieces and nephews. Jacob was preceded in death by his grandmother, Mary Vassal and his brother, Daniel Hair. Jacob was loved by so many and had a significant impact on...

David James Vitley Sr., beloved Father, Grandpa, Brother, Uncle, and friend passed away peacefully at the age of 78 years old. He was born and raised in Cheyenne, Wyoming. He Loved Hunting, Fishing, Camping, being in the Mountains, and most of all being around his family. He served his country during the Vietnam War where he was a jet airplane mechanic on the USS Enterprise for the United States Navy. He is preceded in death by Antonio Vitley(Father), June Vitley (Mother), Patricia Vitley (Sister), and Chad Vitley (Son). He is survived by his Brother Alfred and Sister In Law Jerrilyn Vitley, and Sister Carol McAfee-Vitley. His Sons David and Tony Vitley, his daughter in laws Ashley and...

Vincent W. Bodiford, 62, of Cheyenne, Wyoming, beloved husband, father and grandfather, died suddenly on February 10, 2025. Vincent was born on September 4, 1962, to Jack Warren and Barbara Jane (Mavilia) Bodiford in Dallas, Texas. He was raised by his paternal aunt and uncle, John and Diane Tayloe, in Needles, California. There, he met his two greatest loves: his future wife, Jeanette (Sanders), and the newspaper business. Together, they helped him shape his remarkable career. His journey in the newspaper industry began early, beginning at the Needles Desert Star and progressing in Southern California, Texas, Nebraska, Arizona, Colorado and Michigan. In 2019, Vince established The...