Laramie Boomerang

Robert John Doherty, age 74, a longtime resident of Laramie, died peacefully with his family by his side on Wednesday, June 22, 2022. Born February 17, 1948, lived in New Jersey, Pennsylvania and over 45 years in Laramie, Wyoming. Robert graduated from University of Maine, B.S. Animal and Veterinary Science and University of Wyoming, M.Ed. Adult Education. Robert's career demonstrated his passion and commitment in caring for others, including lab technician maintaining dairy cattle involved in leukemia research for Duke Farms Animal Medical Center, over 25 years in the weatherization field, and 17 years for the University of Wyoming, working as Project Safety Coordinator in the UW Safety...

Evelyn Janet Phifer formerly of Pasco, Washington passed away at the age of 88 on April 27, 2022 at the home of her daughter and son-in-law Beth and Mark Darby of Thornton, Colorado. Evelyn was born in Laramie, Wyoming on February 20, 1934 to Betty and Henry Schroeder. She grew up with her younger sister Jan enjoying the outdoors, camping and skiing. Evelyn spent all of her childhood in Laramie and graduated from high school in 1952. She attended the University of Wyoming majoring in social work and was a member of the Tri Delta sorority in which she made lifelong friends. At UW, she met her husband Wayne Weber and they married in Laramie in 1954. They moved to the Weber wheat farm in...

William (Bill) Sanders, 90, of Sun Lakes, Arizona (formerly of Topeka, Kansas and Centennial, Wyoming) died March 28, 2022. He was born in Topeka, Kansas to Mary and Vernon Sanders on March 25, 1932. He had one brother, Philip, who passed before him. Bill is a graduate of Topeka High School and attended the University of Wyoming. He married Nadine Taylor of Beloit, Wisconsin on October 26, 1968. Bill managed the Sanders' 91 Ranch before starting North Fork Development and creating the North Fork Subdivision outside of Centennial. He opened and operated a travel agency in Laramie for many years. He was a member of the Elks, Masons and Shriners. Bill was an avid skier, snowmobiler, angler and...

William M "Bill" Wilson, 85, passed away on March 2, 2022. He was an exceptional man who tirelessly pursued life. He was loved. Born October 24, 1936 in Niagara Falls, NY to M W and Evelyn Walker Wilson, Bill served in the US Navy aboard the USS St Paul and the Pursuit. After completing his tour, Bill met and married the love of his life, Lucy J Spalding, and moved to Buffalo, NY. Bill earned his degree at the University of Buffalo and worked as a Civil Engineer and Cryogenic Consultant at Union Carbide for over 35 years. He served as President of the American Institute of Plant Engineers. Work took his family from Buffalo to Mobile, AL, to Charlotte, NC. On weekends, Bill enjoyed working...

Edith Mae Goddard of Laramie passed Saturday February 26, 2022 at Anschutz hospital in Aurora CO at age 82. She was preceded in death by her brothers Dean, Denny and Lauren (Tom) Boyer, her sister Mary LaBounta, and husband of 50 years Darrel Goddard. She is survived by her sisters Elsie Hill of Clarion IA, Martha Spurlin of Aurora NE, step daughter Geraldine Jones of Hernando FL, son Dean Goddard of Erie CO, daughter Eva Byrd of Laramie WY, son Dan Goddard of Sunrise FL, nine grandchildren and numerous great and great great grandchildren. A longtime resident, she came to Laramie after graduating beauty school in 1959 and worked as a beautician until retiring and closing the Salon of Beauty...

Services will be held in Elk Mountain at the Community Church at 11:00 on February 12, 2022, with a luncheon to follow. Memorial donations can be made to the Polycystic Kidney Disease Foundation or the Elk Mountain Community Church.

The world lost a beautiful spirit on January 23, 2022. Rosalinda Sandoval, 72, passed away peacefully with her children by her side. Rosie was a fun spirited woman who was always up for a good laugh and a good time. She was proud of her children and grandchildren and had a special place in her heart for all her friends who were like family to her. Rosie loved to cook and make jewelry. These two forms of art were her keys to expressing her love for those around her. Rosie was a talented seamstress. She enjoyed being outdoors and always had time to stop and enjoy a beautiful sunset. In the workplace, Rosie prided herself on being a dedicated, conscientious employee. One of the best times of...

Matt Langton passed away on January 23, 2022 in Loveland, Colorado after a courageous battle with muscular dystrophy. Matt was born in Denver, Colorado on the 4th of July. This was forever his favorite holiday and once wondered if the fireworks were in celebration of his birthday. He graduated from Laramie High School in 1993. One of his favorite memories during this time was going on Search retreats through St. Paul's Newman Center Catholic Church. He attended Chadron State College for one year. After that, he lived and worked in various places throughout Colorado. He was currently living in Johnstown. Matt could be found most Sundays during the fall watching the Denver Broncos with...

Walter Charles Smith Sr. better known as Wally, passed away peacefully January 16th. Wally was born October 24th, 1940, in Straubville, ND to Earl and Esther Smith. Wally was an avid outdoorsman, he loved hunting, fishing, camping, horseback riding, and just taking a drive. Wally was a great horseman, a damn good welder, he was mechanically adept. He always had a story or a good joke for everyone and for every occasion. He is survived by a sister Carol Pischel (Gerald) of Beulah, ND, his children William Chapman (Mindy) of Longmont, CO, Charles Smith (Christy) of Rock River, WY, Walter Smith Jr of Rawlins, WY, Michael Smith of Cheyenne, WY, Kristi Reddon (Gerard) of Cheyenne, WY, Terry...

Charlotte Greene Kerr, 66, departed December 22, 2021, in Albuquerque New Mexico. She was surrounded by family and friends who were blessed to spend her final hours returning a small bit of the unconditional love she had showered upon all of them over many years together. Charlotte was born March 12, 1955, in Cincinnati Ohio, to Dr. Lawrence Greene and Francis (Fran) Greene, then grew up in Laramie attending University Prep and graduating from Laramie High in 1973. She attended the University of Wyoming for one semester before leaving to attend the University of Oklahoma where she graduated in 1977 with a B.S. in Nutrition. She arrived unannounced at the Pi Beta Phi sorority house in...

Marie Evelda Kundee (Trujillo) of Independence, Mo., died peacefully in her home, surrounded by her loving family on Saturday December 18, 2021. Marie was born near Questa, New Mexico on July 14th, 1932, to Bonifacio and Odelila (Rael) Trujillo. Marie was the third youngest of seven siblings, three girls and four boys. She grew up and attended school in Questa, New Mexico, later moving to Laramie, Wyoming. Marie is survived by five of her six children, Louis Moreno Jr. (Kim) Lee's Summit, Mo., Vickie Katosh (Moreno) Independence, Mo., Dennis Moreno (Linda) Independence, Mo., Gregory Moreno Independence, Mo., Donis Hamtil (Harrod) Springfield, Mo. Marie also had nine grandchildren;...

Belinda Sue Power, a loving wife, mother, and sister, passed away at the age of 57 on December 16, 2021, in Fort Collins, CO. She is survived by her husband of 36 years Ray Power, sons Jonathan Power (Calla) and Jacob Power, and father Robert Miner. Preceding her in death was her mother Bobby Scott (nee Looney) and brother Terry Miner. A 27-year resident of Laramie, WY, Belinda was born on August 25, 1964, in Coffeyville, KS. She graduated from Wann High School and Tri County Tech in Oklahoma before marrying Ray in 1985. Following the births of Jonathan and Jacob, they moved the family to Wyoming in 1994. Belinda worked for many years with the Pinedale Natural Gas Company, serving as the...

Gerald D. "Jerry" Hansen Obituary Lifelong Laramie resident, Gerald Dwight "Jerry" Hansen, died on November 19 at the age of 83. He was recuperating at Casper facilities after several weeks at Ivinson Memorial Hospital. He was born on February 1, 1938, in Laramie to Everett and Irma Hansen. His great-great-grandfather Hans Hansen emigrated from Denmark-Norway and became a UPRR employee. His father, grandfather and great-grandfather also worked for the railroad in Laramie, six generations, including the two Hansen sons. He graduated from Laramie High School in 1956. In 1963 he married his neighborhood sweetheart, Kathy Hardin. They were married for 55 years. Jerry was an award-winning...

Ross Doman died on Nov. 17 in Milwaukee after a six-year battle with Benson Syndrome, a form of early-onset dementia that affects vision as well as memory. He was 59. He came to Laramie in 2006 to serve as WYDOT's District 1 public relations specialist, a job he did until 2016, when his illness forced him to take a disability retirement. He enjoyed Laramie's university atmosphere and outdoor recreation opportunities, and was active in the local cycling and cross-country skiing communities. He raced in the Dead Dog Classic, rode the Tour of Wyoming several times, and once rode the Tour de Prairie on a single-speed bike. After work during the winter he would often head to Tie City, put...

DANIEL J. DRUMMOND 1929-2021 Former Laramie resident, Daniel J. "Danny" Drummond passed away November 16, 2021 at his San Marino Retirement Home in Westminster, CO, 8 days before his 92nd birthday. He was born on November 24, 1929, the oldest son of Mona and Sally Drummond. He grew up in Laramie, graduating from Laramie High in 1947. He briefly attended the University of Wyoming and worked at odd jobs until 1951 when he enlisted into military service. The Army trained Danny to run a locomotive. He served active duty in the Korean War with the 724th Battalion until his honorable discharge. He returned to Laramie, where he began his lifelong career with the Union Pacific Railroad, starting...

Aberdeen, SD-There will be no services for John R. Walsh, 72, of Aberdeen and formerly of Laramie, WY. Inurnment will be in Ellendale City Cemetery. John died November 15, 2021, at Sanford Aberdeen Medical Center. John Robert Walsh was born January 25, 1949 to James M. and Eva Mae (King) Walsh. He was baptized and confirmed in the Presbyterian Church at Ellendale, ND. He graduated from Ellendale High School in 1967 and from Jamestown College in 1971 with a degree in Education. It was during his high school and college years where he formed many lasting and cherished relationships with his fellow classmates and athletes, and we'd be remiss if we didn't mention his high school team won...

Gary S. Geraud, 73, of Billings, passed away on Nov. 11, 2021. He was born on Oct. 9, 1948, in Laramie, Wyoming, the son of Joe and Bette Geraud and brother of John and Jim Geraud. He graduated from the University of Wyoming Prep School and earned a bachelor's degree from the University of Wyoming. Gary served in the Navy, and was a lifetime member of the Rocky Mountain Elk Foundation and American Legion. He loved cars, wildlife, his dog Foxy, manicuring his large lawn and birdwatching. A huge fan of Westerns, Gary loved to watch them on TV, especially the old ones. On June 24, 1972, he married Lea S. Kolar. To this union, two daughters were born: Michelle Van Acker and Suzanne Kuhlmann....

George Zimmers (90) passed away peacefully at home in Casper, Wyoming, on November 7, 2021. The youngest child of Harry and Mary Zimmers, George was born on September 2, 1931 in French Camp, California. He grew up in Stockton, CA; Casper, WY; and on his uncle's ranch on La Prele Creek near Douglas, WY. After attending Natrona County High School, he spent four years in the Navy. He graduated from the University of Wyoming in 1958 with a degree in English, and in 1961 with a law degree. George practiced law in Laramie for 35 years, eight of which he served as the Albany County Attorney. After retiring in 1995, George split his time living in Casper, Wyoming and El Huerfanito, Baja...

James Cowper passed in peace at home surrounded by family. Jim was born in Laramie in 1933 and was one of six children to Rose and Arthur Cowper. He attended school in Laramie and was a proud graduate of the University of Wyoming. Jim was preceded in death by his wife Betty Cowper and lived independently until his late 80s. Jim was a loving father to Patricia Mayer and Sean Cowper, grandfather to Jameson and Jared Mayer, Chris and Tanya Connelly, and Tiffany and Jennifer Linares and great-grandfather to Nathan and Logan Connelly, Elliana Laenger, Autumn Trask and Aria Kelly - all in California. He is further survived by nieces, nephews, and cousins in Laramie and surrounding areas. James...

In Loving Memory of Anthony "Tony" Francis Wojsznarowicz. Tony was born in Casper, Wyoming on December 21st 1954. He was preceded in death by his father, Franciszek Wojsznarowicz, mother, Helena Mary Koscielna Wojsznarowicz, and older brother Joseph. Tony is survived by his companion Dolores Maese, who cared for him day and night until his passing. He is also survived by his older brother Stanley, younger sister Nelda, younger brother John, former wife Karen, daughter Jayne, son Alex, and grandson Rowan. Tony graduated from Laramie High School on May, 23, 1974 in Laramie, Wyoming. Tony went on to study at the University of Wyoming, where he obtained his Bachelor of Science on December,...

George Kanada former resident of Lararamie Wy for over 30 years, passed this life on October 12, 2021 at his home in Port Charlotte FL. Born July 10, 1944 in Henryetta,Ok to Miles Aaron and Ruby Mae (Shepherd) Kanada. He graduated from Henryetta High School in 1962. George owned and operated Kanada Plumbing in Henryetta prior to moving to Wyoming after his business was destroyed. George worked for and retired from the Univeristy of Wyoming after 23 years. George was a veteran serving with the US Army, member of the Masonic Lodge. George married Rebecca (Becky) Sedar 06/19/1999. George is survived by his wife Becky Kanada.Children: Debra Kanada Cole, Doug Kanada, Dustin Kanada...