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ABEE, SGT. JOHN J.
FEBRUARY 22, 1956 - SEPTEMBER 21, 2009
Abee, Sgt. John J. passed away Monday, September 21, 2009, in Kalamazoo. John was born February 22, 1956 in Detroit, Michigan to Jerry and Marie (Griffin) Abee. For 20 years he served as an auto mechanic in the U.S. Air Force and Army, serving in Iraq from 2003-2004. He currently was employed as an automotive technician for the Army National Guard in Wyoming, MI. In his leisure time he loved bowling, fishing and dressing up as Santa Claus. John was a wonderful husband, father, papa, son, brother, uncle and teacher, always putting others ahead of himself. On February 25, 1989 in Sheridan, WY he married
Billie Weaver, who survives. Also surviving are 5 children, Kristen (Marvin) Kehrwald of Sheridan, WY, Miranda (Johnny) DeLeeuw of Kirksville, MO, Lance Rexroat of Ft. Collins, CO, Carman Merkey of Sheridan, WY and Jillian Abee of Washington, DC; 8 grandchildren; his parents, Jerry and Marie Abee of Greenbush, MI; two brothers, Tom (Mary) Abee of Garden City and Gerald (Karen) Abee of Greenbush; his mother-in-law, Margie Weaver of Sheridan, WY; several nieces and nephews; and his godson, Matthew Abee. Preceding him in death were a daughter, Genevive Abee, his father-in-law, Alvin C. “Jack” Weaver, and a granddaughter, Tia DeLeeuw. In keeping with his wishes cremation has taken place. A memorial service with military honors will be held at the Army National Guard Armory, 1200 44 th St. SW, Wyoming, MI on Sunday, September 27, 2009 at 2 P.M. Contributions in memory of John may be made to the American Cancer Society.
Shawna Martini
Shawna Martini, 31, Buffalo died Monday, Sept. 21, 2009, at her home. Visitation will be 1-9 p.m. Wednesday at Adams Funeral Home Chapel. Funeral services are 2 p.m. Thursday at New Life Assembly Church in Buffalo with Pastor Alan Schaberg officiating. Burial will follow in Willow Grove cemetery with graveside services. Memorials may benefit the Shawna Martini Memorial, c/o Adams Funeral Home, 351 N. Adams Ave., Buffalo, WY 82834.
Mary Virginia Wolney
Mary Virginia Wolney, 89, of Sheridan died Friday, Sept. 18, 2009, at Sheridan Manor. Christian wake service will be 7 p.m. today at Kane Funeral Home. Graveside services are 10 a.m. Wednesday in the Elks section at Sheridan Municipal cemetery. Born Dec. 17, 1919, to Frank and Mary "Soltis" Kawulok at home in Shoestring, a small mining town near Dietz, she grew up on a farm near Monarch and attended Englefield School. When the family moved to Wolf Creek, she worked on the family farm alongside her three brothers and five sisters. She married
John Wolney on Oct. 29, 1939, at Monarch. They lived in Monarch until the mine closed, then moved to Ranchester. Mrs. Wolney was a cook for a time at Tongue River Elementary School. She enjoyed time spent with her family, cooking traditional Polish food and gourmet meals, gardening and rock hunting. She was a member of St. Edmund’s Catholic Church in Ranchester. She was preceded in death by her husband; a daughter, Barbara Nelson; two brothers, Jack Kawulok and Frank Kawulok; and two sisters, Rose Bocek and Kay Kukuchka. Survivors include a son, Richard Wolney of Paradox, Colo.; a brother, Ray Kawulok of Ranchester; three sisters, Dorothy Williams and Anne Kettley of Sheridan and Jeannette Bauder of Davenport, Iowa; six grandchildren; and three great-grandchildren. Memorials may benefit St. Edmund’s Church, 14 Historic Highway, Ranchester, WY 82839.
Patricia L. Ward
Patricia L. Ward, 82, of Sheridan died Friday, Sept. 18, 2009, in Sheridan Manor. Visitation is today until funeral services at 1 p.m. at Kane Funeral Home, the Rev. Stuart Crawshaw officiating. Graveside services will follow at Willow Grove cemetery in Buffalo. Born Nov. 14, 1926, to Guy and Madge Brown in Casper, she married
Wilbur Kenneth Ward on Dec. 26, 1954. He died March 16, 1957. Mrs. Ward worked as an accountant in Cody for Marathon Oil until returning to Sheridan in 1988 to take care of her mother. She enjoyed the outdoors, camping, music, gardening and her dogs. She was preceded in death by a sister, Doris M. Brown, ; and two infant brothers, Warren Dale Brown and Vern Lee Brown. In lieu of flowers, memorials may benefit Sheridan Dog & Cat Shelter, 84 East Ridge Road, Sheridan, WY 82801.
Susan Turgeon
Susan Turgeon, 64, of Sheridan died Thursday, Sept. 17, at her residence. Memorial service is 10 a.m. Thursday at Kane Funeral Home with the Revs. Lewis Shephard and Stewart Crawshaw officiating. Born July 1, 1945, in Newbury, Mass., to Charles and Eliner Guilford, she wed Richard Turgeon and worked for many years with Bell Telephone Co. She was a member of Daughters of the Nile and Holy Trinity Church. She enjoyed travel, fishing, picnics and spending time with her friends in Sheridan. Survivors include her husband; a daughter, Kimberly Mctighe; two sons, Christopher Santin and Richard Santin; a brother, Charles Guilford; and four grandchildren. In lieu of flowers, individuals are asked to plant a tree in her memory.
Myrtle Claire
Myrtle Claire, 90, of Sheridan died Friday, Sept. 18, 2009, at Westview Health Care Center. Services are 2 p.m. Oct. 10 at Kane Funeral Home. Born Nov. 11, 1918, in New England, N.D., to Floyd and Maude Parkins, she married
Elwin Claire on June 7, 1942. Mrs. Claire enjoyed helping her daughters and grandchildren with projects and making fudge at Christmas for family and friends. She was known as a tireless worker for Eastern Star and her church. She also worked with the Rainbow Girls in Wolf Point, Mont., the Girl Scouts, and taught Sunday school. She volunteered at the Wolf Point Nursing Home fixing hair and visiting residents. She enjoyed travel and always had a new joke to tell. She loved to spend time with her friends, "The Golden Girls." She was preceded in death by her husband; three sisters, Frances Woll, Thelma Steigner and Tootie Trzinka; and two brothers, Bill Parkins and James Parkins. Survivors include two daughters, Pat Cochran of Kimberly, Idaho, and JoEllen Grotte of Sheridan; a sister, Willa Rustin of Dickinson, N.D.; five grandchildren; and eight great-grandchildren. Memorials may benefit Shriners Hospital for Children Travel Fund, P.O. Box K, Sheridan, WY 82801.
MITCHELL (MITCH) PAUL PINDER
AUGUST 21, 1972 - SEPTEMBER 6, 2009
Mitchell Paul Pinder, age 37, Spring Valley, California passed away Sunday September 6, 2009 as a result of a motorcycle accident. Mitch was born August 21, 1972 in Sheridan, Wyoming to Pamela Peterson (Bickel) and the late Michael Paul Pinder, Jr. He attended schools in Sheridan and Buffalo, Wyoming. Upon completing high school, Mitch enlisted in the Navy. He served our country in the Gulf War, Desert Storm and Iraqi Freedom. His 17 year naval career sent him on many travels as well as more worldwide military instillations. Mitch worked numerous jobs including Jon's IGA, Colonel Bozeman's and Hammer's Chevrolet. Motorcycles have always been a part of Mitch's life starting with a Honda 50 at age 6, going to a moped, Yamaha YZ 80 to his faster ride the Aprilia. Spending time in the mountains, hunting with his uncles and fishing with his grandpas were his Wyoming pastimes. Yellowstone Park was his last mountain trip with his brother Jason and their mom. He was a devoted father to his children and enjoyed spending time taking them to lots of fun places. His California interests included riding with his buddies on the canyon roads. Whether it was weekend drills or just hanging out with his Navy comrades, Mitch was always there for anyone who needed his help. These buddies were a part of who Mitch became. Mitchell was proceeded in death by his father Michael Pinder, Jr., and grandfathers Bud Bickel and Michael Pinder, Sr. Mitch is survived by his mother Pam, brother Jason Pinder, sisters Meghan and Hillary Pinder, his wife Sarah of Spring Valley, California. His children Christina and Michael of San Diego and Cory, Sheridan. Grandmothers Marietta Bickel and Frances Pinder. Uncles Randy Bickel and Gerald Pinder, Aunt Lorie Lesch and numerous cousins, nieces and nephews too numerous to mention. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made in care of Pam Peterson/Mitch Pinder account at Citco Federal Credit Union. Tenative scholarship fund for Mitch is pending. Memorial Service for Mitch is Sunday, September 27, 4:00pm at Bethesda Worship Center, 1100 Bighorn Avenue Sheridan, Wyoming.
Andrew Keith Goodchild
Former Sheridan resident Andrew Keith Goodchild, 53, died Wednesday, Sept. 16, 2009, in Glenrock of natural causes. Funeral liturgy is 10 a.m. Friday at Saint Patrick's Church in Casper with the Rev. August Koeune as celebrant. Interment will be in Sheridan Municipal cemetery at 2 p.m. Friday. Born March 8, 1956, in Glasgow, Mont., to Mardy A. and Julia M. (Garr) Goodchild, he graduated from Sheridan High School and served in the United States Navy from 1974 to 1978. Upon being honorably discharged from the Navy, he was a master electrician in Casper. Mr. Goodchild owned Electric Avenue Co. from 1993-1995. In 1996 he married
Keitha Lamance. They divorced. He was a 28-year member of International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers Local 322 of Casper. His parents preceded him in death. Survivors include two brothers, Bill of Denver and Charles of Santa Barbara, Calif.; a sister, Laura Ward of North Bend, Wash.; a stepson, Chris Campbell of Casper; two grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews. Arrangements are with Gorman Funeral Homes Converse Chapel of Douglas and Bustard Funeral Home of Casper.
ROBERT L. (BOB) NOECKER
October 29th 1942 - September 9th 2009
ROBERT L. (BOB) NOECKER, age 66, resident of Story, Wyoming, and Mesa, Arizona, and former long time resident and businessman of Gillette, Wyoming, passed away Wednesday, September 9, 2009, at his home in Mesa, Arizona, surrounded by his family. Bob was born in Gillette, Wyoming, on October 29, 1942 to LeRoy A. and Myra R. (Probst) Noecker. He was raised in Gillette and graduated from Campbell County High School with the class of 1961. He attended the University of Wyoming and in 1965 graduated from Mortuary College at Dallas, Texas. Bob managed Boley-Dennis Mortuary in Gering, Nebraska, until being drafted into the US Army in 1967. After his tour of duty, he returned to Gillette and went into the family mortuary business, which he purchased in 1975. On June 10, 1972, Bob married
Koni M. Mueller of Sheridan, Wyoming. They were married
at Jackson Hole, Wyoming. From 1969 to 1995, Bob owned and operated Noecker Funeral Home in Gillette and served as Campbell County Coroner from 1971 until 1994. Bob was involved in several business ventures in Gillette to include being a partner in Cemcon Construction Co.; a silent partner in The Beverage Broker Liquor store; was involved in the storage business; and was a member of the Board of Directors of First Interstate Bank. After his retirement in 1995, Bob and his wife Koni moved to Story, Wyoming, where they spent their summer months and invested in Sheridan County real estate and supported the Story Art Station. During the winter months, Bob and Koni made their home in Mesa, Arizona. Bob was a former member of St. Matthews Catholic Church; he was a member and past president of the Gillette Rotary club and recipient of the Paul Harris Fellow Award; a member and past president of the Wyoming Funeral Directors Association; the Wyoming Board of Coroners, American Legion Post 42; Vietnam Veterans of America; Southwest Street Rods of Phoenix, Karz Club of Sheridan, Wyoming, the Mesa, Az. Elks club and founding Member of the Northeast Wyoming Hospice. Bob’s interests were always in antique, collectible and hot rod cars. He was a founding member of the Thunder Basin Corvette Club in Gillette. He also enjoyed investing in various real estate ventures, in art and antique collectibles, riding his Harley and enjoying time with friends and his family dog, Daisy. Bob was “larger than life” and made friends all over the country. Bob is survived by his wife Koni of Story, Wyoming, and Mesa, Arizona; his Son Todd and his wife Melinda of Las Vegas, Nevada; one sister, Susan (Dick) Downey of Crook Co. Wyoming; two brothers, Jim (Bobbi Jo) of Pine Haven, Wyoming, formerly of Gillette, and Steve (Becky) of Colorado Springs, Colorado, and Story, Wyoming; two Brother in laws; David and Kurt Mueller of Sheridan, Wyoming and one Sister in Law, Kim (Chuck) Wilson of Colorado; four grandchildren, Keenan and Taylor Noecker and Zach and Lauren Seewald of Peoria, Arizona; his uncle, Larry Probst of Greybull, Wyoming; and many nieces and nephews. A celebration of life will be held on Saturday September 26th at 2:00pm at the Lodore Supper Club, 6 N. Piney Rd. in Story, Wyoming. An additional Memorial Service will be held in Mesa, Arizona and those times are pending. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the charity of the donor’s choice in Bob’s name. Please visit www.mem.com to sign our online register memorial.
Nicholas Steven Straatsma
Former Story resident Nicholas Steven Straatsma, 31, died Saturday, Sept. 12, 2009, in Scottsdale, Ariz. Services are 2 p.m. Sept. 25 at Larkin Sunset Gardens in Sandy, Utah. Born Oct. 9, 1977, in Casper, he attended schools in Evanston and Salt Lake City. He spent most of his career in sales, working locally at Shipton’s Big R, CNZ Wood Pellets and as owner of Hot Shot Power Wash LLC. He enjoyed golf, NASCAR racing, clothing fashion, and spending time with friends and family, particularly his 11-year-old daughter. He was known for his quick wit and ability to make others laugh. Survivors include a daughter, Mallory Nicole of Salt Lake City; his mother, Michele Ross of St. George, Utah; his father, Steven Straatsma of Scottsdale; a brother, Sean Straatsma of Salt Lake City; his maternal grandmother, Patricia Ross of Scottsdale; paternal grandparents Leonard and Ruth Straatsma of Story; and numerous aunts, uncles, cousins and a nephew. Memorials may be sent to Larkin Sunset Gardens, 1950 E. 10600 South, Sandy, UT 84092.
Linda I. Johnson
Date of Birth - March 11, 1949, Date of Death - September 15, 2009
Linda Irene Johnson, 60, of Sheridan, surrounded by friends, family and loved ones, passed away at Sheridan Memorial Hospital on September 15, 2009. A long time resident of Sheridan, Linda was born March 11 th, 1949 in Forrest Lake, Minnesota to Leonard and Irene Schmedeke. She married
Albert Johnson in October 1966 and moved to her home, Sheridan, in 1973. In 1979 Linda opened Hair’s the Place Beauty Salon and operated it for 17 successful years. Linda also worked as a CNA for Eventide and Sheridan Memorial Hospital and was a life member of the VFW women’s Auxiliary. Linda loved the mountains and could be found on her 4 wheeler there most of the summer, she also enjoyed cooking for her family and friends and would always say, “if you leave hungry it’s your own damn fault”. In recent years she also enjoyed traveling when she couldn’t be in the mountains taking cruises and spending time with her dad in Arizona. She loved to laugh and entertain friends and family when ever she could. She is survived by her two sons Albert T (Teddy) Johnson and John C Johnson both from Gillette Wyoming, her father Leonard Schmedeke, sister Heidi Hassel and her Grand children Cody, Stormy & Kelsey Johnson and Kierstin Webster. Linda lived life to the fullest and touched the hearts of everyone who knew her. She will be deeply missed. There is nothing better for people than to be happy and to enjoy themselves as long as they can. And people should eat and drink and enjoy the fruits of their labor, for these are the gifts of God. The family will be holding a celebration of life starting at 1:30p.m. Saturday September 19 th, 2009 at the Eagles Post 4169 in Sheridan Industrial park. Memorials for Linda can be made to the Sheridan Dog and Cat Shelter, 84 East Ridge Road, Sheridan, WY 82801.
PETE VOGEL
Pete Vogel, 58, of Aurora, CO and Cheyenne, WY. Died 9/7/09. Cherished husband
of Cindy Muench, #1 Dad to Catherine and Zachary Vogel, caring stepfather to Ben Levin and daughter-in-law Grace Chang. Friend, son, lover, husband, colleague, father, mentor and co-conspirator. A kind heart and generous spirit, funny and smart. Son of the late Albert and Ena Vogel, brother to the late Caroline Kephart. Celebration of Life Picnic Saturday, 9/19/09, 12:00 noon at 501 E. 18 th Street, Cheyenne, WY. Memorial contributions to Yellowstone Park Foundation or Rocky Mountain Elk Foundation.
JACK DEAN DEWEY
Jack Dean Dewey, 77, a resident of Farmington since 1989 passed away Sunday, September 13, 2009 surrounded by his family. Jack was born June 20, 1932 in Sheridan, Wyoming the son of Clayton Wilson Dewey and Eva Mae (Cook) Dewey. Jack was the third of six children. He was preceded in death by parents and a sister Joan Plumb. Jack is survived by his brothers and sisters Jerry Dewey of Loveland, CO, Judy and Bob Bergh of Lake Benton, MN, Joyce and Kenneth Billings of Marshfield, WS, Jay and Jeannie Dewey of Lakewood, CO; his children Arlene Porr and husband Larry of Albuquerque, Arthur Dewey of Virginia, Cella Dewey of Albuquerque, Karen Halbritter of Las Vegas, NV, Bobbie Lewis and husband Edward of Rio Rancho, NM, Bryon Dewey and wife Isela of El Paso, TX and their mother Wilma Irene Berry; wife, Mildred (Townsend) Dewey of Farmington and her children Cindy Fuller and husband Mike of Aztec, NM, Elinor Brown and husband Bob and Amanda Tafoya and husband Andy all of Farmington; 16 grandchildren, 13 great-grandchildren and many dear friends. Jack married
Mildred Townsend on November 5, 1977 and later their marriage was solemnized in the Manti LDS Temple on June 15, 1978. He was an active and faithful member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints since 1977. Most recently Jack and Mildred were members of the Farmington 1st Ward where he held many positions in the church. Jack loved the outdoors and especially fishing and sailing. He loved working with the scouting program and did this for over 20 years in several capacities from leader to just being with their sons and grandsons. Jack was a veteran and served in the US Army and received the following decorations and medals: Korean Service Medal with 2 bronze stars and the distinguished Unit Citation. Later Jack attended at Wyoming University and received this bachelor’s degree in civil engineering. Jack was employed with US Geological Survey for many years as a hydrologist and retired in 1987. Funeral services for Jack will be Thursday, September 17, 2009 at 10:00 a.m. at the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, Farmington 1st Ward Chapel, 1310 E. 25th St. in Farmington with Bishop Bruce Goss officiating. Jack will be taken on Friday, September 18, 2009 at 9:30 a.m. for interment at the National cemetery in Santa Fe with full military honors provided by the US Army. Jack will be greatly missed by all his family and friends. Pallbearers are Andrew Stauffer, Sam Stauffer, Preston Knight, Jeff Duncan, Cooper Dewey, William Lewis and Thomas Halbritter. Honorary pallbearers are Jared Stauffer, Ryan Frost, Edward Lewis. Jr., Michael Fuller, Robert Brown, Andy Tafoya, Jerry Dewey, Jay Dewey, Larry Porr, Arthur Dewey, Edward Lewis, Kenneth Billings, and Robert Bergh. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to the Boy Scouts of America 5841 Office Blvd NE, Albuquerque, NM 87109-5820 (505) 345-8603. Those who wish to send condolences to the family may do so at: www.danielsfuneral.com. Jack’s services are entrusted to Brewer, Lee and Larkin Funeral Home, 103 East Ute St. in Farmington, (505) 325-8688.
Florence Birchby
Florence Birchby, 85, of Sheridan died Monday, Sept. 14, 2009, in Westview Health Care Center. Cremation has taken place and private family memorial services will be later. Arrangements are with Kane Funeral Home. Born July 16, 1924, in Hingham, Mass., to George and Florence (Manell) Bibby, she married
James Cook Birchby in Walloston, Mass., on Aug. 21, 1943. The couple moved to Sheridan that year. Mrs. Birchby helped operate the Western Hotel, owned by her husband. She later worked as an insurance clerk at Sheridan Memorial Hospital. She was a member of Holy Name Catholic Church and enjoyed participating in Girl Scouts and as a Red Cross Gray Lady. She also enjoyed reading and was known as an accomplished artist, knitter and musician. She was preceded in death by her husband and two sisters, Marjorie Ferrigno and Dorothy Cornelius. Survivors include three daughters, Patricia Boles, Nancy Davis, and Virginia Patrick; three sisters, Marian Durling, Constance Rossini and Carol Hasse; two brothers, James Bibby and George Bibby Jr.; six grandchildren; and four great-grandchildren. Memorials may benefit Sheridan County Fulmer Public Library, 335 W. Alger Ave., Sheridan WY 82801.
Shirley Willett
Shirley Willett, 86, sister of Lorraine Husman of Story and Howard Sorensen of Sheridan, died Wednesday, Sept. 9, 2009, in Omaha, Neb. Services were Saturday in Omaha. Graveside services will be 2 p.m. Thursday in Sheridan Municipal cemetery with the Rev. Phil Wold of Trinity Lutheran Church officiating. Willett was born in Omaha to Arthur and Edith (Larson) Sorensen. She married
Marion C. "Bud" Willett. He died in 1991. Memorials may benefit Habitat For Humanity, 1141 Crook St., Sheridan, WY 82801. Arrangements are with Kane Funeral Home.
Larry J. Wilson
Larry J. Wilson passed away on May 13, 2009, at the family home in Tacoma, Washington. Cremation has taken place. Grave-side services will be held at the Sheridan Elk’s cemetery on September 19, 2009, at 10:30 am. A reception will be held at the Sheridan Elks Lodge #520 following the cemetery service.
