Priscilla B. Henan, Age 91, of Cheyenne, passed away peacefully September 11, 2023 at Aspen Winds.
She was the youngest of 12 children born to John and Rosa (Winters) Gettel on November 28, 1931, in Kimball, Nebraska .
Like so many of her generation, she learned to work hard and faced each new challenge with determination. In the 1970s she married Ben Henan, a welcome addition to the family. Priscilla retired from the state of Wyoming Ad Valorem, taxation department in the 1990s. Despite having a tough life, Priscilla always faced a new day with a smile. Her children and grandchildren brought her pride and smiles. Priscilla enjoyed watching her family’s sporting events, the Packers, Cornhuskers, and Rockies. She also enjoyed shopping, gardening, her dogs, and reading the Bible.
She is survived by her four children- Gerry (Richard) DeVille, Jackie (Al) Benson,
Trent Birt, and Roy (MaryJo) Birt, eleven grandchildren and 18 great-grandchildren.
Priscilla was preceded in death by her parents, siblings, and her husband, Ben Henan in August of 2021.
As per her request, there will not be funeral services. If you are so inclined, have a cup of hot black coffee and something sweet in her memory. Monetary gifts may be given to the Animal Shelter or Salvation Army in her honor.
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