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Margaret E. Patz
November 6, 1929 - August 19, 2010
Margaret E. Patz, 80, of Sheridan, passed away on Thursday, August 19, 2010 at Memorial Hospital. She was born on November 6, 1929 in Sheridan to S.R. (Richard) and Eria M. (Grisham) Welch. She graduated from Sheridan High School in 1947. On August 10, 1949 she married
Joseph S. Patz in Monarch, Wyoming. Margaret enjoyed antique shopping, collecting 'Tweety Bird' memorabilia and Fiesta ware, working word puzzles and listening to the old-time, classic stars of country music. She especially loved decorating her home for the various Holidays, with Christmas being her favorite of all. She found sincere enjoyment in getting together with the ladies of the St. Patricks Group of C.C.W. once a week throughout each new year to make ornaments for the annual Holy Name Christmas bazaar. She was also a faithful member of the Class of '47' Luncheon Group, meeting with them monthly. Preceding Margaret in death were her husband, her parents and a brother. She is survived by her daughter, Deanna (DeDe) Patz, of Sheridan; a sister, Mary Lou Hoiten, of Sheridan; a niece, Laura Crawford, of Buffalo; nephews, Randy Hoiten, of Dayton; Fred Patz, of Sheridan; Greg Patz, of Juneau, Alaska and Marky Bearrow Jr., of Belgrade, Montana. Visitation will be on Friday, August 27, 2010 at 6:00 p.m. at Kane Funeral Home, followed at 7:00 p.m. by a Christian Wake Service with Father Ron Stolcis officiating. Services will be held at 10:00 a.m. on Saturday, August 28, 2010 at Holy Name Catholic Church, with interment at the Sheridan Elks cemetery, with Father Ron Stolcis officiating. A reception will follow at the Holy Name Parish Hall. Memorials may be made to the Sheridan Dog and Cat Shelter, 84 East Ridge Road, Sheridan, Wyoming, 82801; the Senior Center Mini Bus Program, 211 Smith Street, Sheridan, Wyoming, 82801 and the Holy Name School Library, 121 S. Conner, Sheridan, Wyoming, 82801. Kane Funeral Home has been entrusted with the arrangements.
First Lieutenant Paul G. Magers
July 20, 1945 - June 1, 1971
First Lieutenant Paul G. Magers was born July 20, 1945, in Denver, Colo., the son of Fred and Cecilia Farris Magers. Paul lived in Billings 1948-1952 and after 1958. He was a graduate of Holy Rosary School May 28, 1959; Billings Central Catholic High School, June 2, 1963; attended University of Oregon in Eugene; and graduated with a B.S. (pre-med) from Regis University in Denver on May 20, 1968. He married
Beverly J. Mohatt Dec. 27, 1969, in Sidney, Neb. Paul enlisted in the U.S. Army in 1969 in Sidney, Neb.; graduated from Officer Candidate School, (OC2.70) January 1970, Ft. Benning, Ga.; Helicopter School October 1970, Fort Wolters, Texas; Rotary Wing Aviator Course February 1971, Fort Rucker, Ala.; May 12, 1971 left for Vietnam. Killed in Action June 1, 1971 Quang Tri Vietnam; Paul's remains were excavated 2009 and identified earlier this year. His unit: 158th Aviation Battalion, 160th Aviation Group, 101st Airborne Division. During high school Paul lettered in wrestling 1962 and track 1961-1963; first place divisional record of one-mile run. Also involved with several other activities, i.e. Key Club, Letterman Club. During his brief service years (less than two), he received many medals, among them: Army Good Conduct, Basic Aviator Flight School, Basic Parachutist Badge, Expert Badges as Marksman and Sharpshooter, and in the end Knight Fifth Class (Vietnam Cross), Gallantry Cross with Palm (Vietnam medal), Republic of Vietnam Campaign Medal, National Defense Service Medal, Vietnam Service Medal, Bronze Star medal, and Purple Heart. Paul was an adventurous lad, nothing was too hard, nothing he would not try. He loved to tease and torment his nieces and nephews endlessly. He liked fast cars, motorcycles, hiking and climbing. He has been dearly missed. All are at peace and celebrate his coming home. His father, Fred W, Magers Sr. died 1991 and his wife Beverly died 1998. Survivors include his mother, Cecilia Farris Magers; brothers, Fred (Lucy) and Lester Magers of Billings and Martin (Cindy) Magers of Kalispell; sisters, Vada (Jack) Kuhlman of Huntley and Marla (Everett) Mohatt of Sheridan, Wyo.; many nieces and nephews, and great- and great-great nieces and nephews. We would like to thank all those military personnel from the excavators until his arrival, especially Lt. Col. Wolf, Capt. Juntunen, Maj. Crowe and Lt. Bushnell for their assistance these past few weeks. For all the loving veterans who have also given for their country, to Vietnam Veterans of America, to Fischer House, to Holy Rosary Church and those providing the luncheon. A vigil service will be held at Dahl Funeral Home Thursday, Aug. 26, at 7 p.m.; a memorial mass will be celebrated Friday, Aug. 27, at 10:30 a.m. in Holy Rosary Church; military honors and interment at the Yellowstone County Veterans cemetery outside of Laurel. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Paul G. Magers Scholarship, Billings Catholic Schools, P.O. Box 31158, Billings, MT 59107 or Fischer House Foundations Inc., 111 Rockville Pike, Suite 420, Rockville, MD 20850-5168.
Johnnie 'Pete' Leo Roussan
August 17, 1939 - August 23, 2010
Johnnie 'Pete' Leo Roussan, 71, of Meeteetse, WY passed away at Sheridan Manor in Sheridan, WY on Monday, August 23, 2010. Pete moved to Sheridan to be closer to family during the last month of his life. Pete was born on August 17, 1939 to Homer 'Barney' Roussan and Lucille (Peterson) Roussan in Cody, WY. Pete lived his whole life in Meeteetse. He graduated from Meeteetse High School in May, 1957. He married
Dorothy Diane Dwyer on October 17, 1958. Together they raised Joannie Lee and Marv Lynn. Pete and Dorothy divorced in 1981. In May, 1982, Pete married
Sandy Turnell. Sandy became a resident at the New Horizon Care Center in the Alzheimer's Unit in Lovell, WY in November, 2007, where she continues to reside. Early in his career Pete worked as a ranch hand around Meeteetse and Midwest. In 1964 he worked for Husky Oil Company, which later became Marathon Oil Company at the Pitchfork Field outside of Meeteetse, WY. His career as an oil well pumper lasted for 36 years until his retirement in November, 2000. Pete enjoyed a variety of interests including oil painting, ice fishing, hunting and looking for arrowheads. But his main hobby was restoring sheep wagons, which he transformed into a business. Pete and Sandy owned and operated Roussan Sheep Wagon business. Pete belonged to many local organizations including: St. Andrew's Episcopal Church (member and lay reader); Meeteetse councilman (2 terms); Mayor of Meeteetse (1 term); member of Meeteetse Fire Protection Team; and director of Meeteetse Museum District organization. Pete is preceded in death by his father Barney Roussan, his mother Lucille Hogg; his brothers Barney Roussan Jr. and Iver Coale. He is survived by his wife, Sandy; daughter, Joannie (Jim) Thelen, and son, Marv Roussan; stepchildren Callie (Russ) Gwynn; Jonna (Mike) Newton and Paul Leroux; sisters Emily Coale and Julie Sax; brothers Bill Roussan, Lynn Coale, John and Allen Hogg. Surviving grandchildren are Matt (Lonna) Thelen, Derek and Amy Thelen; Quintin, Drew and Sonnet Gwynn; Mike and Crystal Newton and Alicia Leroux; and special friend, Pat Black. Kane Funeral Home is handling the cremation arrangements. Pete requested no funeral service so a "Celebration of Life" gathering is planned at Lucille's Cafe in Meeteetse, WY on September 26, 2010 at 1 p.m. Friends and family are welcome to attend the pot luck gathering to celebrate Pete's life.
Vicki A. Knight Clearwater
March 5, 1955 – August 22, 2010
Vicki A. Knight Clearwater, 55, of Sheridan passed away at her residence on Sunday, August 22, 2010. Vicki was born on March 5, 1955 to Jim Salstrom and Irma (Miller) Salstrom. Vicki loved life, her family, and spending time with her grand babies. Vicki enjoyed cooking, decorating cakes, her animals and crafts. She was very caring and always gave a lot to others. She spoiled her family and loved ones. Vicki demonstrated courage and strength by maintaining an active lifestyle despite her long term ailments. She will be loved and greatly missed by her family and friends. Vicki was preceded in death by her mother, a brother and a nephew. She is survived by Jim Salstrom, Jim Clearwater, Chuck Knight, Children; Michelle and Michael Knight, 4 grandchildren, and niece Kimberly Salstrom. Service for Vicki will be held on Thursday, August 26, 2010 at 10:00 am at Kane Funeral Home with Father Ron Stolcis officiating. Inurnment will be at the Sheridan Elks Memorial cemetery. Memorials may be made to the Sheridan Dog & Cat Shelter at 84 East Ridge Road, Sheridan, WY 82801. Kane Funeral Home has been entrusted with the arrangements.
Leona Spratt
Leona Spratt, 66, of Buffalo died Sunday, Aug. 22, 2010, in Buffalo. Visitation is 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. Wednesday at Adams Funeral Home in Buffalo. Vigil service and rosary are 7 p.m. Wednesday at Adams Funeral Home Chapel. Mass of Christian Burial is 10 a.m. Thursday at St. John the Baptist Catholic Church with the Rev. Pete Johnson as celebrant. Burial will follow in Willow Grove cemetery with graveside services. Memorials may benefit St. John the Baptist Catholic Church c/o Adams Funeral Home, 351 N. Adams Ave., Buffalo, WY 82834.
Mary Anita Chambers
October 6, 1937 - August 20, 2010
Mary Anita Chambers, 72, of Sheridan, WY passed away Friday, August 20, 2010, in Sheridan Manor. She was born October 6, 1937, in Sheridan the daughter of R.D. and Irene (Odegard) Chambers. The family moved to California in 1941. Her mother passed away in 1948. In 1952, she moved back to Wyoming, living in Sussex and Arvada. She moved to Sheridan in 1964, living here until her passing. She worked in School District #2 for 20 years. She was active in 4-H, horseshows and school activities with her daughters. She enjoyed crafts, knitting, traveling, visiting with friends and relatives, being a mother to her wonderful daughters Julie and Holly and grandmother to Presley her great joy. She was preceded in death by her parents, her brother and special cousin Helen Ullery. She is survived by her daughters Holly Marie Legerski of Sheridan and Julie Ann Mason of Pittsburgh, PA; granddaughter Presley Legerski and special cousin Beverly Landrey. Funeral service will be 10:00 am on Tuesday (Aug. 24th) from Champion Ferries Funeral Home with The Rev. Kevin Jones officiating. Interment will be in Sheridan Municipal cemetery. Arrangements are with Champion Ferries Funeral Home. Memorials may benefit the Dog and Cat Shelter, 84 E. Ridge Rd. Sheridan, WY 82801.
Irene Bare
October 5, 1916 - August 21, 2010
Irene Bare passed away peacefully on Saturday, August 21, 2010 at Sheridan Memorial Hospital. Irene was born in Sheridan, Wyoming on October 5, 1916 to George and Eleanor (Higgins) Steltenpohl. She grew up on the family dry farm 5 miles west of Spotted Horse in Campbell County, Wyoming. Irene entertained her grandchildren with stories of her early life on the farm. She had a number of unconventional pets including a skunk and a porcupine. In order to attend school, she and her brother Wayne lived in a sheep wagon and a tent for part of the year. Despite rattlesnake dens, extreme weather from blizzards to drought, and many other challenges of a homesteader's life, she recalled her early years with fondness. Irene attended various schools in the Spotted Horse area and graduated from Gillette High School in 1934. After graduation she attended Heiman's Business School in Sheridan and returned to Gillette upon completion to work for the Barlow Insurance Agency. She returned to Sheridan in 1946 to take a job with the Internal Revenue Service. In 1948 she married
Jack W. Bare and together they raised three sons, Gary, Jack, and George. She instilled in her children the value of hard work and inspired in them a love of the outdoors. Irene enjoyed playing pinochle, traveling extensively, and creating needlework of all kinds. She was also an accomplished pianist. She was well known for her talent for embroidery, crochet and needlepoint. Many of her family and friends will cherish the beautiful afghans she so thoughtfully crafted for them. Irene loved spending time with her family, especially her grandchildren and great grandchildren. Irene was preceded in death by her parents, her brother, Wayne Steltenpohl, her husband Jack W. Bare, and her daughter-in-law Vicki Bare. She is survived by her sons Gary Bare, Jack (Terri) Bare, and George (Ginny) Bare, all of Sheridan; her nieces Candy (Bare) MacDonald and Mary Jane (Bare) Mallonee; nephews Bobby Bare, John Bare, Ron Wiley, James Wiley, and Mick, Matt, Mark, and Marty Steltenpohl; 10 grandchildren and 11 great grandchildren. Visitation for Irene will be Wednesday, August 25, 2010 from 8:30 to 9:30 am at Champion Ferries Funeral Home. Funeral service will be at 10:00 am on Wednesday, August 25 at Champion Ferries Funeral Home with Father Jim Heiser officiating. Interment will follow the service in the Elks Memorial Section of the Sheridan Municipal cemetery. Memorials may be made in IreneÕs name to any number of meaningful causes. The family suggests the Sheridan County Historical Society Museum, the Elks cemetery Fund, or the Sheridan Dog & Cat Shelter.
Marjorie Virginia Marty
February 23, 1925 - August 19, 2010
Marjorie Virginia Marty, 85, of Sheridan, WY, died Thursday, August 19, 2010 at Sheridan Memorial Hospital. Marge was born February 23, 1925 in Sheridan to Oscar G. and Minnie Amanda (Lundberg) Graham. She grew up in Sheridan and attended schools in Sheridan and graduated from Sheridan High School in 1943. Always loving Sheridan, she last resided only three blocks from the house where she was born. In November 1944, she married
Raymond E. Marty in Edgemont, SD. Marge and Ray first lived in Seaside, CA while Ray was assigned to Fort Ord, CA and later in Casper, WY from 1946 to 1948, while Ray trained as automotive technician, returning to Sheridan where they raised their family and started the Coffeen Auto Service. Marge was a former Cub Scout Den Mother and was heavily involved in genealogy research. She loved taking pictures of her family. She loved to travel, especially to visit her family and to Hawaii. Before retirement, Marge worked as a cashier and receptionist for Carl's Supermarket and Best Western Sheridan Center hotel, respectfully. Marge was preceded in death by Ray in 2006, her sister Lylalee 'Ike' Sullivan and her parents. Marge is survived by two sons, Larry (Cynthia) of Divide, CO, and Roger of Lakewood, CO and two daughters, Gayle Wells (Rick Clark) of Sheridan and Susan (Lonnie) Zastrow of Sioux Falls, SD; 11 grandchildren; 26 great grandchildren, numerous nieces and nephews and her loving Schnauzer, Heidi. Marge's family would like to give a special thank you to Marge's neighbors and friends, especially, Gabby & Mike Drennen, Rhonda, Ken & Heather Gould and Bill & Donna Stanbridge. Visitation for Marge will be from 6PM to 8PM, Monday, August 23, 2010 at Champion Ferries Funeral Home. Funeral service will be 2PM, Tuesday, August 24, 2010 at St. Peter's Episcopal Church with Father John Meyer officiating. Interment will be next to Ray in the Sheridan Municipal cemetery. Arrangements are with Champion Ferries Funeral Home. Memorials in memory of Marge may be made to Sheridan Senior Center, 211 Smith St., Sheridan, WY 82801.
Kay Elaine Wolfe Pittman
November 2, 1940 - August 18, 2010
Kay Elaine Wolfe Pittman went to her heavenly home on Wednesday, August 18, 2010. She was born on November 2, 1940 to Bud Wolfe and Evelyn Peggy Hollander. In 1959 she married
David Schreibeis and was blessed with three daughters, Renee Colleen, Kelly Kay and Lynnet Elaine. In 1983 Kay married
Lyle Pittman. She was blessed with countless loved ones, family and friends. She loved all people, and all creatures. Kay was a tireless worker for her whole life. She worked in the hospitality industry as a hotel manager, desk clerk and more. She and Lyle operated a motel and video store together before returning to Sheridan. One of her greatest joys was operating her store 'My Sister's Closet.' At her store, it was not just a place to shop, because Kay welcomed everyone who came in the door and made them a friend. Shopping with Kay was an experience which made all feel like family. She had the unique ability to find ways to make everything old and used to be new and fresh. Kay is survived by her husband Lyle, sister Patty (Bill) Klinkosh, daughters Renee (James) Moshier, Lynnet (Jim) Bede, grandsons Finn and Kavan Bede, many nieces, cousins, and loved ones. In passing from this world she joins her parents, sister Peggy Wolfe Buss, and daughter Kelly Kay Schreibeis in their eternal home. Service for Kay will be held on Monday, August 23, 2010 at 10:00 am at Kane Funeral Home with Reverend James Moshier officiating. A reception will follow at the Trails End Motel and Restaurant. Memorials can be sent to the Kelly Schreibeis Memorial Foundation, P.O. Box 6786, Sheridan, Wyoming. Kane Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.
George D. Tarrant
July 16, 1924 - August 15, 2010
On Sunday, August 15, 2010, George Daniel Tarrant passed away quietly at the Hospice of Rutherford County, Forest City, North Carolina. George was born in Sheridan, Wyoming, on July 16, 1924. He was raised near Sheridan in rural Banner, Wyoming, where he attended a country school and helped provide for his mother and younger siblings during harsh Wyoming winters. His parents were George J. Tarrant and Katherine (Mills) Tarrant. George's sister was Darlene Dudley, formerly of Columbus and Laurel, Montana, and his brother is Robert Tarrant of Kodiak, Alaska. George graduated from Sheridan High School in 1942 and entered the Marine Corps in 1943. He graduated from the radio communications school at Camp Lejeune, NC, and served in the Pacific, including Hawaii and Okinawa, until 1946. After the war, he returned to Wyoming. He worked at the VA Hospital in Sheridan and drove freight trucks across Montana. On May 28, 1948, he married
Lila May Alberts in Douglas, Wyoming. Over the next several years, George and Lila lived in Afton, Cody, Casper, and Douglas, Wyoming, during which time their daughter, Mary Christine, and son George Steven, were born. During the next few years, they lived in Montana, North Dakota, Wyoming, Oklahoma, Kansas, and South Dakota as jobs took them to various locations. George did electronics and electrical work during all these years for the telephone company, oil companies, and for government contractors on Air Force bases. In 1967, while living in Douglas, Wyoming, he began working for Pacific Power and Light in Casper and Glenrock. Shortly thereafter, George moved his family to Casper, where he remained until retiring as a communications technician for PP&L in 1988. After the death of his wife, Lila, in 1972, he married
Barbara Miller. In 1988 they were divorced, and then, following his retirement, he lived briefly in Sheridan. In 1988, he married
Jean Greub, and they eventually settled in Tucson, Arizona. Shortly after her death in 1993, he moved to Slidell, Louisiana, where he lived until 1999, when he returned to Tucson. Following the death in Tucson in 2009 of his lifelong friend, D'Aun McCormick, he moved to Rutherfordton, North Carolina to be near his daughter. George always had a love for traveling by motor vehicle. His love for driving and his gypsy blood took him all around the United States several times, visiting friends in various places, as well as his daughter and son. He especially loved and looked forward to the times when he and his son and daughter could be together. George was an inquisitive and analytical person who understood far more than most people about cars, radios, anything electronic, and all types of tools and machines. During one period of several months, he completely overhauled and rebuilt the engine in an older Mercedes Benz automobile. George was also very inventive. Once he built a popup camper from scratch and later refurbished a school bus to turn it into an RV. George was preceded in death by his parents, his sister Darlene, and wives Lila and Jean, as well as close friends Jewell Barr and D'Aun McCormick. George is survived by his daughter Mary Christine (Dean) Olsen of Rutherfordton, North Carolina; son, George Steven (Lynn) Tarrant of Butte, Montana; several nieces, nephews, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren. The family would like to extend their deep gratitude to the staff of the Hospice of Rutherford County for their loving and sincere care for George during his stay there. A memorial service will be held on Thursday, August 19, at 2:00 pm at the McMahan Funeral Home in Rutherfordton, NC. In lieu of flowers, it is requested that donations be made to the Hospice of Rutherford County, P.O. Box 336, Forest City, NC 28043.
Robert Donald Furman
December 4, 1932 - August 13, 2010
Robert Donald Furman, 77, of Gillette passed away on August 13, 2010 at Casper Memorial Hospital. Bob was born in Waymouth, MA to Clarence Judson Furman and Helen (Flynn) Furman on December 4, 1932. Bob attended school in Canton, NY and later Pennsylvania Military College in Chester, PA. Bob met his wife of 49 years, Annette in Great Falls, MT. He was an Air Force Pilot and she was an Air Force Nurse. His Air Force career lead him to places like Bell Helicopter International in Isfaham, Iran, Jolly Green Giant Long Range Rescue Army C + Staff in Leavenworth, KS. Bob's Air Force career included the Viet Nam era. He was a Jolly Green Giant long range resque pilot. He attended the Army C & S school in Levenworth Kansas. He was an instructor helicopter pilot for Bell Helicopter International in Isfaham Iran. After his retirement in the Air Force they moved to Wyoming. He worked for Peabody Coal Company in Gillette until 1998. Bob was a humble man, a good husband, father and friend. He was a leader of men, lover of nature and a man of unshakable humility and truth. As a soldier he did not hesitate to seek duty. Bob served with distinction during his Air Force career. He dedicated his life to knowledge. Bob was preceded in death by his parents, and his brother Art. He is survived by his wife, sons Duane, Craig, brothers Jim (Tami), Paul (Pat) and sister Frannie (Dave) and step mother Francis. Along with his nieces and nephews. Service for Bob will be held at Camp Story 11 Presbyterian Road, Story, WY on Friday, August 20, 2010 at 11:00 am with Pastor Donovan Voyght officiating. A reception will follow at the Church. Inurnment will be held at the Arlington National cemetery in Virginia. Memorials may be made to the Jolly Green Giant Education Fund 916 Aloma Fay Lane Fort Walton Beach, Florida 32547. Kane Funeral Home has been entrusted with the arrangements.
Jeri Lynn Sutton
September 13, 1950 - August 15, 2010
Jeri Lynn Sutton, 59, of Big Horn, passed away on August 15, 2010 at Memorial Hospital of Sheridan. Jeri was born in Casper, WY to Jean Ann (Hook) and Harry E. Sutton on September 13, 1950. Jeri was a custodian for the VA Medical center and School District #2. Jeri was preceded in death by her siblings William Sutton and Tomi Jean Adams. She is survived by her parents, long life companion Jim Erickson, her children Rhonda Baxter and Shane Baxter of Casper. Siblings JoAnn Jackson, Jim Sutton and Judy Vick all of Casper. Also three grandchildren, Nathan, Joshua and Ethan Baxter. Service for Jeri will be at the Newcomer Funeral Home at 710 E. 2nd Street in Casper on Thursday, August 19th, 2010 at 6:00 pm. Kane Funeral Home has been entrusted with the local arrangements..
Harold Lee Schrader Jr.
April 14, 1944 - August 11, 2010
Harold Lee Schrader Jr., 66, of Ranchester, passed away at his home on Wednesday, August 11, 2010. Lee was born on April 14, 1944 in Ionia, MI to Harold Lee and Adele Marriam (Cohler) Schrader. He married
Rosalie Elizabeth Bocek in 1991. Lee was a member of the 7th Cavalry Drum and Bugle Corp., American Legion, Elks. He enjoyed shooting and Collecting guns, cooking, fishing and being with friends. He was a meat cutter by trade and a cowboy. Lee is preceded in death by his wife. He is survived by his children James L. Schrader (Susan) of Niles, MI; Shane L. Schrader of St. Joseph, MI; Michele L Schrader of Benton Harbor, MI; Darrell R.(Wendy) Bocek of Ranchester, WY; Charlene A. Bocek of Golden, CO; Lisa M. Maney (Shawn); Wayne C. Bocek (April) of Sheridan, WY; his siblings Gale E. Smith, Gary W. Schrader and Marlene Housano. Also grandchildren ShaLee L Schrader, Kalie R. Bocek, and Orion L. Moffett. A Visitation for Lee will be held on Monday, August 16, 2010 at Kane Funeral Home from 6:00 to 8:00 pm. A Celebration of Life for Lee will be held at 4:00 at the American Legion on Tuesday, August 17, 2010. Memorials may be make to the Hospice of the Big Horns at 1401 W. 5th St., Sheridan, WY 82801 Kane Funeral Home has been entrusted with the arrangements.
Lora Newcomer
November 9, 1940 - August 11, 2010
Lora Newcomer of Fort Collins, Colorado died peacefully August 11, 2010, at home after a lengthy illness. Lora was born in 1940 to Frances Caroline (Mickey) and Ralph Lyman (Tod) Parker in Sheridan, Wyoming. She grew up on a ranch in southern Montana where she attended a one-room school house. She graduated from Sheridan High School in 1959, after which she married
Edwin (Ted) Newcomer of Buffalo, Wyoming. They spent 20 years in the Air Force and raised four children, traveling extensively. They retired to Laramie, Wyoming where each member of the family attended and graduated from the University of Wyoming. Lora used her Bachelor of Arts in Education and her Bachelor of Fine Arts to teach school in Laramie and later in Cody, Wyoming. While in Cody, Lora served as a docent for the Buffalo Bill Historical Center, specializing in the Western Art collection and the Plains Indians culture. In particular, she enjoyed guiding children's tours. She loved to garden, created art of all kinds, and finished approximately 100 quilts! Lora moved to Colorado with her husband in 2006 after she was diagnosed with a Parkinson-like neurological disease in 2005. She is survived by her husband of 50 years, Ted; son, Paul Newcomer of Cortez, CO; daughters, Lora Massey (Allan) of Fort Collins, Kim Newcomer (Guy Buchanan) of San Diego, CA, and Sharon Koenig (Tom) of Lakewood, CO; and eight grandchildren. Lora also leaves behind her mother of Sheridan, WY; brothers, Frank Parker of Fairport, NY and Bert Parker (Donna) of Spring Branch, TX; sister, Carol Myers (Hap) of Sheridan, WY; and numerous nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her father. A memorial service will be held at 2:00 pm on Saturday, August 14 at Allnutt Funeral Service in Fort Collins. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Buffalo Bill Historical Center in care of Allnutt Funeral Service, 650 W Drake Rd, Fort Collins, CO 80526. A second memorial service will be held in September in Cody, WY.
