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Ernest Fender
Ernest Eugene Fender Sr., 78, of Casper died Saturday, Jan. 11, 2003, in the Wyoming Medical Center in Casper after a short illness. His daughter, Cheryl L. Ackerly, was a resident of Sheridan until three years ago, and Mr. Fender came to Sheridan frequently as part of his job with the Wyoming Employment Commission. Funeral services were Jan. 16 in Highland Park Community Church in Casper. The Natrona County United Veterans Council presented a “veteran's farewell” at the Oregon Trail Veterans cemetery in Evansville afterward. Mr. Fender was born Nov. 16, 1924, in Tescott, Kan., to Thalia A. and Loren D. Fender. He grew up and attended schools in the Morrison, Colo., area. He attended Baylor University in Texas and Denver University and received degrees at Western State College in Gunnison, Colo. He later attended the University of Wyoming to work on his doctorate. He served in the Army during World War II in Europe. He remained in federal military employment in Germany after the war and helped re-establish the German government. He married
Esther L. Wisdom Oct. 10, 1949, in Edgewater, Colo. He was an educator in Colorado and Wyoming more than 20 years and was umpire-in-chief of the Central Wyoming Softball Association in Casper more than 10 years. He received the “Sam Murphy” award from the U.S. assistant secretary of labor and veterans employment and training in 1991 for “outstanding service to America's veterans.” He was a life member of Disabled American Veterans, Veterans of Foreign Wars and American Legion and served as state commander of both DAV and VFW. He was preceded in death by a brother, Philip of San Antonio, Texas; and a son, David of Los Angeles. Survivors in additon to his daughter include his wife; three sons Ernest E. Jr. of Sarasota, Fla., Norman L. of Wright and Edwin B. of Casper; a brother, C. Edwin of Eugene, Ore.; eight grandchildren; and three great-grandsons. Memorials may be made to the Cheyenne VA Medical Center, 2360 E. Pershing, Cheyenne 82001in care of Wendy DesJarlais, or to the DAV in care of Don Neville, 2902 Pheasant Drive, Casper 82604.
Glen Jackson
Glen Jackson, 72, died Tuesday, Jan. 21, 2003, in Las Cruces, N.M., of natural causes. He was father of Leanne Moss of Sheridan. A memorial service by the family is planned at a later date.
Georgia H. Bilyeu
Georgia H. Bilyeu, 93, of Sheridan died Thursday, Jan. 16, 2003, at Sheridan Manor. Cremation has taken place. Memorial services are 2 p.m. Saturday at Kane Funeral home with Pastor Ken Doolin officiating. Mrs. Bilyeu was born Oct. 31, 1909, in Miles City, Mont., to Frank and Delia (Mahoney) Huss. The family moved to Sheridan when she was 2. She married
Clarke E. Bilyeu Nov. 2, 1929, in Hardin, Mont. She was an active member of First Baptist Church and the church's Missionary Society. She was preceded in death by her husband; five sisters, Marie “Mollie” Fiala, Billie Thomas, Josephine Scott, Leona Hull and Dorothy Lewis; her brother, Frank; and a grandson, Robert Bilyeu. Survivors include her daughter, Carol Ann Selig of El Paso, Texas; four sons, R. Clark of Williamsburg, Va., Donald of Orion, Ill., James of Berthoud, Colo., and Michael of Las Vegas; 20 grandchildren; 20 great-grandchildren; and 12 great-great-grandchildren. Memorials are suggested to First Baptist Church Building Fund in care of Delphine Toner, First Interstate Bank, Box 2007, Sheridan, WY 82801.
Lawrence A. Stenger
Lawrence A. Stenger, 74, of Story died Sunday, Jan. 19, 2003, at Memorial Hospital of Sheridan County. Cremation has taken place, and private family memorial services will be held in Pennsylvania at a later date. Interment of cremains will take place in Pennsylvania. Mr. Stenger was born Oct. 5, 1928, in Bethlehem, Pa., to Lawrence and Margaret (Kessler) Stenger. Following high school, he attended trade school and became an oil and gas technician for the Bethlehem area school district. He moved to Story from Pennsylvania 14 years ago to be near his son. He enjoyed flying, restoring automobiles and playing the banjo. He was a member of the Philadelphia String Band, flew remote-control airplanes, was a licensed pilot and built and flew a J-3 Piper Cub. He was preceded in death by his brother, Donald. Survivors include special companion Arleen Thompson of Story; three sons, Lawrence Stenger of Bethlehem, Michael of Allentown, Pa., and Brian of Story; two daughters, Stephanie Belsfield of Bethlehem and Brenda Henrechs of Schnecksville, Pa.; two stepchildren, Frank Behum of Bethlehem, and Kathie Powers of Sheridan; 10 grandchildren; seven great-grandchildren; four sisters, Virginia Crossley of Florida, Elaine Fye and Doloris Hirsch, both of Bethlehem, and Carol Lapinsky of Washington; and two brothers, George and Eugene, both of Bethlehem.
Robert E. Wright
Robert E. Wright, 89, of Evansville died Saturday, Jan. 18, 2003, at Westview Health Care Center. Cremation has taken place and no memorial services will be held. Kane Funeral Home handled arrangements. Mr. Wright was born July 6, 1913, in Aitkin, Minn., to Leo and Edith (Schisler) Wright. He worked as mechanic his entire life, beginning with Spaniel Ford, and went on to build and restore motorcycles as a self-employed mechanic. He was preceded in death by his wife. Survivors include a son, Everett, of Evansville; four daughters, Jo Munderovski of Owatonna, Minn., Donna Eye of Lake Havasu City, Ariz., Linda Garcea of San Jose, Calif., and Nancy Wright; several grandchildren; two great-grandchildren; two brothers, Donald of Mendovi, Wis., and Roger Wright of Aitkin; and several nieces and nephews.
John N. Logan
John N. Logan, 54, of Gillette, died Friday, Jan. 17, 2003, at Sheridan VA Medical Center. Cremation has taken place and no memorial services will be held. Kane Funeral Home handled the arrangements. Mr. Logan was born June 30, 1948, in Ortonville, Minn., to Robert and Betty (Ell) Logan. After high school graduation, he attended El Camino College in California and the University of Wyoming. He entered the U.S. Army in 1969 and was discharged in 1972. Survivors include two sons, Robert of Las Vegas and Neale of Cedar City, Utah; his parents of Buffalo; three sisters, LeeAnn Moser of Cedar City and Laurie Logan and Lynn O-Gann, both of Buffalo; and a brother, Mike, of Eureka, Calif.
Virginia M. Kubsch
Virginia M. Kubsch, 82, Sheridan, died Monday, Jan. 20, 2003, at Memorial Hospital of Sheridan County. Rosary will be recited at 7 p.m. today at Kane Funeral Home. Mass will be celebrated 3 p.m. Wednesday at Holy Name Catholic Church, the Rev. Ron Stolcis officiating, with burial in Sheridan Elks cemetery. Mrs. Kubsch was born Feb. 7, 1920, in Whitelaw, Wis., to Lauerence and Theresa (Mailand) Kuehnl. She married
Erwin Kubsch on Nov. 26, 1940, in Whitelaw. They moved to Sheridan from Omaha, Neb., 17 years ago. She belonged to Holy Name Catholic Church and its Altar and Rosary Society, Eagles Auxiliary, BPOE Does, and Big Horn Mountain Polka Club. She enjoyed gardening, cooking, bingo, and especially polka dancing and spending time with her family and friends. A sister and brothers preceded her in death. Survivors include her husband; five daughters, Donna Shelley and Kathy Kubsch, both of Sheridan, Judith Pester, El Paso, Texas, and Mary Dunbar and Patricia Magni, both of Elkhorn, Neb.; and 10 grandchildren. Memorials may benefit Sheridan Dog & Cat Shelter or Big Horn Mountain Polka Club in care of Delphine Toner, First Interstate Bank, P.O. Box 2007, Sheridan, WY 82801.
Georgia H. Bilyeu
Georgia H. Bilyeu, 93, died Thursday, Jan. 16, 2003, at Sheridan Manor. Cremation has taken place. Services are 2 p.m. Saturday at Kane Funeral Home with Pastor Ken Doolin officiating. Memorials may benefit First Baptist Church Building Fund in care of Delphine Toner, First Interstate Bank, P.O. Box 2007, Sheridan, WY 82801.
Josephine Fowler
Josephine F. Fowler, 87, of Sheridan died Sunday, Jan. 19, 2003, in Sheridan Manor. Viewing will be until 5 p.m. today at Champion Ferries Funeral Home. Funeral services will be 9 a.m. Wednesday at Champion Ferries Funeral Home with the Rev. William Heine officiating. Burial will in in Black Hills National cemetery in Sturgis, S.D. Mrs. Fowler was born July 17, 1915, in Choteau, Mont., to Charles and Mary (Kerr) Faunce. She grew up and graduated from high school in Dixon, Mont. She graduated from the University of Montana with a degree in dietary science. She worked for the Public Health Service in Cincinnati, New York, Chicago and Seattle before moving to Denver to work as director of dietary services at St. Luke's Hospital. She married
Karl H. Fowler July 5, 1952, in Denver. They moved to Flathead Valley near Kalispell, Mont., after she retired from St. Luke's in 1972. They moved to Sheridan in 1996 to be near their daughter. Mrs. Fowler was a past officer in Alpha Delta PI Sorority and the Colorado Dietary Association. She enjoyed gardening. Her husband preceded her in death. Survivors include a daughter, Sherry Schoneman of Sheridan; a brother, Harold Faunce of Mesa, Ariz.; three grandchildren; and seven great-grandchildren. Memorials may be made to Immanuel Lutheran Church of Sheridan.
Mae Johnson
Mae Johnson, 84, of Sheridan died Jan. 19, 2003, at the Wyoming Medical Center in Casper. Memorial services are 2 p.m. Saturday at First Presbyterian Church in Sheridan with Pastor Doug Melius of the First Presbyterian Church in Sheridan officiating. Cremation has taken place. Mrs. Johnson was born May 1, 1918, in Sheridan to Peter and Christine Sorensen. She attended school in Sheridan, and married
Milton W. Johnson on Oct. 2, 1937, in Sheridan. They owned and operated the Banner Store for 19 years. She retired in October of 1999 after 40 years of service as the Banner Postmaster. She was an elder at the First Presbyterian Church of Sheridan, Banner Women's Club; and the NAPUS (National Association Postmasters of the United States). Her hobbies included gardening. Survivors include three sons, Milton Jr. of Casper, Harold of Sheridan, and Gordon of Prescott, Ariz.; a daughter, Bobbie Stratton of Casper; four grandchildren; seven grandchildren; and a sister, Margaret Emmons of Lompoc, Calif.. She was preceded in death by her husband in 1990; and her brother, Frank Sorensen, in 1964. Memorials may be made to the First Presbyterian Church in Sheridan.
Anthony Schnieder
Anthony C. “Tony” Schnieder, 78, of Buffalo died Wednesday, Jan. 15, 2003, in Sheridan VA Medical Center. Cremation has taken place, and no services are planned, according to his request. Mr. Schnieder was born Oct. 9, 1924, in Carlyle, Ill., to Anton and Theresa (Diekman) Schnieder. He joined the U.S. Army after graduating from high school and served until 1947, when he was honorably discharged. He married
Sue Rogers June 3, 1961, in Casper. They moved to Buffalo in 1968, and he worked for Buffalo Lumber for many years. He had resided at the Sheridan VA nursing facility for about two years. A sister, Carol, preceded him in death. Survivors include his wife of Buffalo; a son, Scott of Casper; and two brothers, Leroy of Worland and Gene of Sedona, Ariz. Arrangements were with Kane Funeral Home.
Josephine Fowler
Josephine F. Fowler, 87, of Sheridan died Sunday, Jan. 19, 2003, in Sheridan Manor. Viewing will be 9 a.m. until 5 p.m. Tuesday at Champion Ferries Funeral Home. Funeral services will be 9 a.m. Wednesday at Champion Ferries Funeral Home with the Rev. William Heine officiating. Burial will be in Black Hills National cemetery in Sturgis, S.D.
E.N. Larsen
CASPER — E.N. “Slim” Larsen, 83, father of Ricky Larsen of Sheridan, died Thursday, Jan. 16, 2003, in Casper. Services are 2 p.m. today at Memorial Chapel Funeral Home in Casper. Mr. Larsen was born Oct. 24, 1919, in Wayne, Alberta, Canada, to Hans and Lisa Larsen. = He married
Flora Hourt on Sept. 17, 1949, in Casper. He worked as a homebuilder and built his family home of 40 years. After his wife's death in 1990, he joined his companion, Oleta Thomas, to form the Senior Haywire Comedy Team. She survives in Casper. Mr. Larsen loved the outdoors and was an avid fisherman and hunter. His hobbies were inventing, tinkering and rummaging in his garage workshop. He was also an avid crossword-puzzle fan. A sister and three brothers preceded him in death in addition to his wife. Survivors besides his son include four daughters, Jeanne Short, Holyoke, Mass., Peggy Johnson, Ramona, Calif., Shelly Brow, Casper, and Shannon Hatlestad, Casper; a brother, Vern Larsen, of Casper; nine grandchildren; and one great-grandson. Memorials are suggested to Senior Citizens Center of Casper, 1831 E. Fourth St., Casper, WY 82601.
Marjorie Barnes
Marjorie L. Barnes, 90, of Sheridan died Tuesday, Jan. 14, 2003, in Sheridan Manor. Memorial services will be 10:30 a.m. Tuesday in First Christian Church with the Rev. Douglas Goodwin officiating. Inurnment will be in the Elks Section of Sheridan Municipal cemetery. Arrangements are with Champion Ferries Funeral Home. Mrs. Barnes was born July 9, 1912, in Billings to Frank Sollars and Genieve Shell. She grew up and attended school in Sheridan. She worked as a waitress and was known as an excellent seamstress and piano player. She loved clothes and jewelry. She married
Franklin “Jay” Barnes March 31, 1946. They lived in Sheridan until retiring to Las Vegas for a short time. They later returned to Sheridan. Mrs. Barnes was preceded in death by her husband on Dec. 22 and by one son. Survivors include three grandchildren. Memorials may be made to First Christian Church, 102 S. Conner St., Sheridan, WY 82801.
David Richmond
David Andrew Richmond, 46, of Columbia Falls, Mont., died Monday, Jan. 13, 2003, in Memorial Hospital of Sheridan County. He was father of Douglas Richmond and Karen Joan Blanchard, both of Ranchester. Cremation has taken place. A memorial service will be 2 p.m. Sunday in the Rathdrum Lions Club in Rathdrum, Idaho. Arrangements are with Champion Ferries Funeral Home. Mr. Richmond was born March 14, 1956, in Coeur d'Alene, Idaho, to Walter Eugene and Barbara Margarita (Simpson) Richmond. The family later moved to Washington, where he graduated from high school in Kent in 1974. He lived in Alaska, Washington and Idaho before moving to Flathead County, Mont., 20 years ago. He was a self-employed commodities-relocation specialist. He was a member of the Church of Christ in Columbia Falls. Other survivors include his wife, Sandy Kay; two daughters, Amanda Chere Richmond of Columbia Falls and Holly Kay Bavor of Delta, Colo.; his mother and stepfather, “Pappy” Daugherty, of Hayden Lake, Idaho; two sisters, Jaqui King and Vicki Joan Barney of Odessa, Wash.; and four grandchildren.
Marjorie Barnes
Marjorie L. Barnes, 90, died Tuesday, Jan. 14, 2003, in Sheridan Manor. Memorial services will be 10:30 a.m. Tuesday in First Christian Church with the Rev. Douglas Goodwin officiating. Inurnment will be in the Elks Section of Sheridan Municipal cemetery. Arrangements are with Champion Ferries Funeral Home. Memorials may be made to First Christian Church, 102 S. Conner St., Sheridan, WY 82801.
Helen Mayer
BUFFALO — Helen M. Mayer, 85, of Buffalo died Tuesday, Jan. 14, 2003, in the Amie Holt Care Center. A celebration of life will be 2 p.m. Saturday at the Buffalo Senior Center with the Rev. Dick Edgerton officiating. Adams Funeral Home is handling arrangements. Memorials may be made to the Lupus Foundation in care of Adams Funeral Home.
Elaine J. Chutich
Sheridan native Elaine Jean Chutich, 72, of Wilder, Idaho, died Sunday, Dec. 22, 2002, of natural causes at Mercy Medical Center in Nampa, Idaho. Services were Jan. 2 in Homedale, Idaho. Mrs. Chutich was born to Elvin and Helen Ridley in Sheridan, where she grew up and graduated from high school in 1948. She worked in Chicago as a registered nurse in hospital obstetric units and later at a doctor's office in Preston, Idaho. She retired to Wilder in 1992 and sold Avon products as a second career. She was an active member of Homedale Presbyterian Church and enjoyed sewing, knitting and yard work. Survivors include her husband, John; three sons, Douglas of Nampa, Mark of Austin, Texas, and Jon of Logan, Utah; a daughter, Dawn, of Boise, Idaho; a sister, Phyllis David, of Sheridan; a brother, Ron Ridley of Dallas; seven grandchildren; a great-grandchild; and numerous nieces, nephews and cousins.
Henry Rathjen
Henry George “Hank” Rathjen, 57, of Forsyth, Mont., died Sunday, Jan. 12, 2003, of a massive heart attack. He was father of Beth and Cavin “C.J.” Rathjen, both of Sheridan. Funeral services will be 10:30 a.m. Friday in Christensen-Huffman Funeral Home in Ida Grove, Iowa. Burial will be in Ida Grove cemetery. Visitation will be 4-8 p.m. Thursday, and the family will be present from 6-8 p.m. Mr. Rathjen was born Jan. 24, 1945, in Ida Grove to John H. and Margaret “Bobby” (Evans) Rathjen. He grew up and attended school in Ida Grove and was active in Boy Scouts and 4-H. He worked as a cattle buyer and truck driver and enjoyed hunting and fishing. He was preceded in death by his parents and a son, L.J. Rathjen. Survivors in addition to his son and daughter include his stepmother, Audrey Rathjen of Missoula, Mont.; a stepdaughter, Lawanda Wagoner of Gillette; a brother, Lou of Ida Grove; two sisters, Cathy Nix of Leawood, Kan., and Cary Rathjen Lindsley of Jenner, Calif.; two grandchildren; and two step-grandchildren.
Kathleen Lamont
Kathleen Ella Lamont , 90, of Sheridan died Saturday, Jan. 4, 2003, at Memorial Hospital of Sheridan County. Cremation has taken place. No services will be held at her request, and her remains will be interred in the Burlington cemetery. Kane Funeral Home is handling arrangements. She was born Dec. 14, 1912, in Cheyenne to Ronald Malcom and Mabel Florence Varney Lamont. She graduated from Cheyenne High School, where she was active in sports, music and yearbook editing. She attended the University of Wyoming for one year before the Great Depression. She quit school and went to work in Cheyenne and Denver to support her invalid parents and two brothers. She worked as a supervisor for the Internal Revenue Service in Denver for 37 years before retiring in 1971. She enjoyed sewing, knitting, crocheting, needlepoint, leatherwork and other crafts. She loved traveling and visiting family and friends, playing the organ and cooking. She lived in Sheridan for three and one-half years, the last two months at Edmonson's Retirement Home. She was preceded in death by her brothers, Keith and Neil, and her friend, Margaret Early, who lived with her for almost 70 years. She is survived by two nephews, Neil Lamont of Sheridan and David (Crockett) Lamont of Worland; and many grandnieces and nephews.
Lynton Palmer
Lynton Palmer, 90, Ranchester, died Thursday, Jan. 9, 2003, at Sheridan VA Medical Center. Cremation has taken place, and private family services will be later. Mr. Palmer was born Sept. 11, 1912, in Potosi, Mo., to George and Maggie (Sloan) Palmer. He joined the Army after high school, serving until 1945. He married
Gladys Holbert and worked 23 years as a Wyoming Highway Department engineer. He participated several years in the Big Horn Mountain Horse Show. He loved his family and enjoyed baseball and rodeo. His wife preceded him in death. Survivors include three sons, John L. Palmer, Charles R. Palmer, and George L. Palmer, all of Sheridan; two brothers, Leonard D. Palmer and Robert R. Palmer, both of Belgrade, Mo.; six grandchildren; and a great-grandchild. Memorials may benefit Children's Cancer Fund in care of Delphine Toner, First Interstate Bank, P.O. Box 2007, Sheridan, WY 82801. Arrangements are with Kane Funeral Home.
Mary Louise Anderson
Mary Louise Anderson, 78, of Sheridan, died Thursday, Jan. 9, 2003, at Memorial Hospital of Sheridan County of complications related to Parkinson’s disease. Funeral services are 2 p.m. Monday at First Presbyterian Church with Pastors Doug Melius and Heather Bartlow officiating. Interment will be in Sheridan Municipal cemetery. Arrangements are with Champion Ferries Funeral Home. Mrs. Anderson was born Feb. 20, 1924, in Sheridan to Alex and Myrtle (Clark) MacLennan She grew up and graduated from high school in Sheridan. She attended Park College, Parkville, Mo., and the University of Minnesota School of Nursing, Minneapolis. She married
Bruce Anderson Dec. 20, 1944, in First United Methodist Church, Sheridan. They lived in Cedar Rapids, Iowa, for 40 years where she was employed at Stable on the Alley Antiques, as a preschool teacher at Kenwood Park Presbyterian Church, and in the admissions department of St. Luke’s Hospital. After retiring, they returned to Sheridan in 1998. She was a member of PEO Chapter GM and Questers in Cedar Rapids and First Presbyterian Church, Sheridan. She loved raising her five children while enjoying cooking, collecting antiques, traveling, and following professional sports, especially golf. Survivors include her husband; three sons, Peter Anderson, Granbury, Texas, Stewart Anderson, Big Horn, and John Anderson, Seattle; two daughters, Kathryn Maack, El Cerrito, Calif., and Christine Anderson Jenkins, Sheridan; one brother, Roderick MacLennan, Bennett, Colo.; and 10 grandchildren. Memorials are suggested to First Presbyterian Church.
Betty J. Brantz
Betty Jean Brantz, 78, died Wednesday, Jan. 8, 2003, at Westview Health Care Center. Cremation has taken place. There will be a memorial graveside service at a later date. Mrs. Brantz was born Jan. 8, 1925, in in Clearmont to Jamie (Pete) and Eleanor (Bishop) Redman. She moved at age 4 to Sheridan, where she grew up and attended school. She graduated from Sheridan High School in 1943 and worked at a Utah arsenal in World War II. She returned to Sheridan and worked as a waitress in various restaurants. She married
Paul Brantz July 14, 1946, in Sheridan. They moved to Cheyenne, then returned to Sheridan. They co-owned motels and restaurants in Wheatland, Thermopolis, Sheridan and Casper, semiretiring in 1985. She sang in the Sheridanaires and at Immanuel Lutheran Church, where she was an active member. She was known as a very religious person who loved her family, making new friends and collecting angels. She enjoyed holiday decorating and playing bingo and cards. She was preceded in death by a daughter, a sister, a grandson and a great-grandson. Survivors include her husband of Sheridan; three sons, Steven of Sheridan, Paul E. (Buck) Brantz of Casper, and Jim Miner of Washington state; two daughters, Kay Benbo of Sheridan and Linda Miller of Casper; a brother, James Redman of Denver; seven grandchildren; and nine great-grandchildren.Arrangements are with Champion Ferries Funeral Home.
Carrie A. Creager
Carrie A. Creager, 91, died Tuesday, Jan. 7, 2003, at Sheridan Manor. Visitation is 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday at Glenrock Assembly of God Church. Funeral services are 2 p.m. Saturday at the church with burial in Glenrock cemetery. Mrs. Creager was born July 29, 1911, in Genoa, Neb., to Harry and Sarah (Lindauer) Battles. She grew up and attended school in Genoa and St. Edwards, Neb. She moved to Wyoming and married
Basil Creager on Sept. 1, 1928, in Douglas. They lived in Glenrock. She moved to Sheridan in 2001. She was active in Glenrock Assembly of God Church and loved spending time with her children and grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband in 1986, a daughter and a sister. Survivors include two daughters, Bonnie Henderson of Sheridan and LaVon Harsh of Scottsbluff, Neb.; a sister, Elsie Goff of Glenrock; and numerous grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Memorials may benefit Glenrock Assembly of God Church, 201 N. Third, Glenrock, WY 82637. Arrangements are with Champion Ferries Funeral Home.
Mary Louise Anderson
Mary Louise Anderson, 78, of Sheridan died Thursday, Jan. 9, 2003, in Memorial Hospital of Sheridan County. Arrangements are pending with Champion Ferries Funeral Home.
