Jan 3, 2025

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Will Rooney, 71, of Cheyenne Wyoming, passed peacefully surrounded by family at UC Health Poudre Valley Hospital after a sudden and unexpected battle with cancer (although some may say it was “broken heart syndrome” after the loss of his beloved wife Jenny not even two months prior). William James Rooney was born to Thomas and Ruth Rooney on September 3,...

Jan 2, 2025

Kenneth Orin Lockrem, born on August 23, 1935, in Faribault, Minnesota, passed away peacefully on January 2, 2025, in Cheyenne, Wyoming. Kenneth lived a life marked by dedication, service, and love for his family. He served his country honorably in the United States Army, demonstrating a commitment to his nation that he carried proudly throughout his life.

A respected professional, Kenneth...

Dec 31, 2024

Dec 30, 2024

Shirley Mae Thornberg, a beloved member of her family and community, passed away on December 30, 2024, at the Davis Hospice Center in Cheyenne, Wyoming. She was born on May 26, 1937, in Hillsboro, North Dakota, where she also graduated high school as part of the class of 1955.

Shirley dedicated thirty impactful years of her life to her career at...

Dec 27, 2024

Jolene Brinton (Stanley) of Cheyenne, Wyoming passed away Friday, December 27, 2024.

A full obituary will be posted as it becomes available.

Dec 27, 2024

John Robert Menghini passed away on Friday, December 27, 2024, at the age of 64.

John was born in Rock Springs, Wyoming and raised in Cheyenne, where he attended St. Mary's Catholic School. A talented athlete, he made history as the school's first state champion wrestler in 1979. He went on to study at the University of Wyoming, earning degrees in...

Dec 25, 2024

Cynthia Sue Lange, born on April 27, 1952, in Grottoes, Virginia, passed away on December 25, 2024, in Cheyenne, Wyoming. She was a vibrant soul who brought joy to those around her.

Cynthia lived life to the fullest, always ready with a smile and wisdom. Her spirit was unstoppable, and she had a knack for making every moment count. Whether it...

Dec 25, 2024

Laverne "Vern" Park, age 86, of Cheyenne, WY, passed away peacefully on December 25, 2024. Vern was a beloved father, grandfather, great-grandfather, friend, and community member whose warmth, kindness, and sense of humor touched the lives of all who knew him.

Born on February 25, 1938, in Fort Collins, CO, Vern was the son of Ray and Lena Park. He proudly...

Dec 24, 2024

Leslie, D. Nott (Les), 67 years old, of Cheyenne, WY, passed at his home surrounded by his loving family. He was born on 6 Jul 1957, in Eldora, IA to Larry Nott and Oliva Wright.

 

Les Nott at 17 years old joined the Army and served for 23 years. His initial assignment was Ft Polk, LA for basic training, once he...

Dec 23, 2024

Raymond Jackson “Jack” Walts, age 81, passed peacefully at Davis Hospice on December 23, 2024. He was born September 17, 1943 in Waukegan, Illinois to Richard Elmer Walts and Virginia Jane Walts (Grommet). Jack honorably served as a Captain in the U.S. Army during the Vietnam War as a helicopter pilot, earning a number of awards and recognitions, including the...

Dec 22, 2024

Daniel Gordon Blythe, Esq., father, adventurer, and long-time member of the Cheyenne community died at his home on Monday in the company of his sister Rebecca Martindale, Ashley Miller, and his grandson Eli Blythe. He was 74.

 

Born 26 March 1950, the first child of Ruth and Jack Blythe of Oklahoma City, his family moved north when Jack was offered a...

Dec 22, 2024

Melanie Kay Palluck, 79, of Cheyenne, died on December 22, 2024 in Cheyenne.

She was born on November 4, 1945 in Sheridan, Wyoming.

Melanie graduated from Cheyenne East High in 1964 then went to a three-year nursing training at Walther Memorial Hospital in Chicago, IL. Melanie then worked more than 35 years at Memorial Hospital of Laramie County/UMC, mostly in surgery then...

Dec 22, 2024

Louise Kay Maher, formerly known as Louise Ruckdeschell, passed away peacefully on December 22, 2024, in Cheyenne, Wyoming, at the age of 82. Born on January 6, 1942, in Bates City, Missouri, Louise's life was one of love, resilience, and devotion to her family.

Louise was the beloved wife of Bruce Maher, with whom she shared a life full of cherished...

Dec 22, 2024

Gregory Lee Cederburg, 74, of Cheyenne, WY, passed peacefully at Davis Hospice Center on December 22, 2024.

Greg, born December 21, 1950, was the only child of a Cheyenne native resident, Jo Ann Palmer, and a panhandle farm boy, R. Lee Cederburg, who moved to Cheyenne in 1947 to chase his dream of being in the motorcycle business. Of course, Greg,...

Dec 21, 2024

Doris Jean Dickson passed away on December 21, 2024, at Life Care Center of Cheyenne Wyoming. Doris was born on January 26, 1943, in Louisville, Kentucky. She served in the United States Air Force from September 25, 1961, until July 8, 1968. She was in Personal Affairs/Casualty Assistance during the Vietnam War and received many awards from her military service.

She...

Dec 21, 2024

Kenneth “Zeke” Zegan, 74, passed away after a courageous battle with illness. A devoted family man, he is survived by his wife, Vicki (70); children, Aaron (40), Anthony (38), Leah (38), and Joshua (35); and three grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents, Myrtle and Florian Zegan.

Zeke worked tirelessly as a construction worker before returning to school at...

Dec 20, 2024

Shirley L. Cochrane, formerly known as Shirley Porter, was born on July 11, 1948, in San Angelo, Texas. A beloved wife and devoted mother, Shirley passed away peacefully on December 20, 2024, in Cheyenne, Wyoming, leaving behind cherished memories that will forever be held close by her family and friends.

Shirley lived a life filled with love and commitment to her...

Dec 20, 2024

JhaRee Diann Miller, 54, of Cheyenne, having been made whole by that Great Physician, and her Savior Jesus Christ, was promoted to Glory after a brave and protracted battle with Rheumatoid Disease. She passed at Cheyenne Regional Medical Center surrounded by her loving family. She was born February 7, 1970, in Ft. Worth, TX, to Jerry Don & Diann Mahaffey.

JhaRee...

Dec 19, 2024

Lynda Robyn Barrett passed peacefully at her sister’s home in Holly Lake Ranch, Texas on December 19, 2024. Robyn was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother and great-grandmother.

 

Robyn is predeceased by her husband, James Barrett, her parents, William Clint and Hazel Joines, her granddaughter, McKenna Quast, and her sister, Lynn Stratch. She is survived by her three children, Lisa Oliver (Brian)...

Dec 18, 2024

Julie James Pluhowy, 66, of Cheyenne, died on December 18, 2024.

She was born on August 7, 1958 in Aurora, Colorado.

After graduating from Aurora Central high school, Julie studied Archaeology at Ft. Lewis College in Durango and Anthropology at University of Colorado Denver. She went on to do field work in Northern Colorado/ Southern Wyoming where she met her Husband, James...