Lonnie Eugene Brownell, 70, of Cheyenne, passed away on August 18, 2021, at Granite Rehabilitation and Wellness. He was born on August 10, 1951 to James Milford and Ruth Elaine (Berlie) Brownell, in Cheyenne, and lived here his whole life.
He loved watching Bonanza and WWE. He was also a huge Denver Broncos fan.
Lonnie is survived by his brother, Lyle (Cindy) Brownell of Cheyenne; nieces, Amy (Kulley)Halsey of Cheyenne, Tess Waller of Ft. Collins, CO, and Kimberly Brownell of Lockbuey, CO; nephew, Paul Brownell (Angelique Kennedy) of Cheyenne; great-nephew, Dayten Halsey; great-niece, Baillee Halsey both of Cheyenne; sisters-in-law, Kathy Thomas of Lockbuey, CO and Kathy Brownell and her son Jonathan of Fontana, CA and numerous aunts, uncles, and cousins.
He is preceded by his parents; grandparents; brother, Virgil Brownell; a very special aunt, Ethal Wohlford.
Cremation has taken place under the direction of Wiederspahn-Radomsky Chapel.
There will be a special gathering on Tuesday August 31 at 2:00 p.m., at Paul’s home to celebrate Lonnie’s life.