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Kenneth M. Koski
1950 - 2006
The funeral for Ken Koski, 56, the Wyoming state public defender, will be 10:30 a.m. today at St. Mary's Cathedral in Cheyenne with the Rev. Gary Ruzicka officiating. Interment of the urn will be in Olivet Cemetery.
Kenneth Michael (Ken) Koski was born Sept. 6, 1950, to Michael and Jean (Goodson) Koski, in Hot Springs, S.D. He died Sept. 6, pursuing a passion of backpacking in the Wind River Mountains.
Ken attended school in Newcastle, graduating in 1968. He attended Casper College, receiving an associate degree in 1970. He then attended the University of Wyoming, graduating in 1972 with a Bachelor of Arts in German. After graduation he enlisted in the U.S. Marine Corps.
He met his wife, Cheryl (Balin), while stationed at Camp LeJeune in North Carolina in August of 1973.
While in the service, he was awarded the National Defense Service Medal, Marksman Rifle Badge and Marksman Pistol Badge.
He was discharged from active duty, Aug. 15, 1975. He also served in the U.S. Marine Corps Reserve at Buckley Air Force Base, Colo., and eventually was separated from service and obtained the highest rank of major.
He married Cheryl Lynn Balin in West Springfield, Mass., on July 26, 1975. He returned to the University of Wyoming and obtained a Juris Doctorate degree in May 1979 and was admitted to the Wyoming State Bar on Sept. 6, 1979.
After graduating from law school, the family moved to Powell, where Ken served as a law clerk before opening a private law practice and becoming a part - time public defender. In 1995, Ken accepted the position of deputy state public defender and moved with his family to Cheyenne. He was appointed state public defender in 2000, and served in that capacity until his death.
Ken touched many lives with all the interests he had and passions he pursued. He became involved in scouting at a young age and continued to be active by becoming a scout leader in Laramie and then Powell. He always had a tremendous love for the outdoors and continued to pursue this passion throughout his life. Specifically, he tried to impart this love of leisure pursuit to family and friends through frequent Wind River backpacking trips.
He was an avid reader and collected many books on Wyoming. Later on he developed an interest in World War II, specifically his father's 41st Calvary Unit, in which he researched and coordinated meetings among veterans.
From his daily breakfast at the Driftwood to meetings with clients, Ken had a way of meeting and befriending people through all walks of life. He was very generous with his time and loved to promote the state of Wyoming every chance he got. He particularly enjoyed giving personal tours of government buildings in Cheyenne.
In addition to his wife, Cheryl, Ken is survived by his children, Kristie of Berkeley, Calif., Kerri (Adam) Powell, Kris and Katie of Cheyenne; brothers, Kirt of Casper, Keith of Colorado Springs, Colo., and Steve of Wheatland; sisters, Karen Koski of Aurora, Colo., DeeDee Howard, of Colorado Springs and Cindy Goussard of Franktown, Colo.; and numerous aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews and cousins.
Memorial contributions may be made to the Ken Koski Benefit Memorial c/o First National Bank of Pinedale, 61 E. Pine St., Pinedale, WY 82941, with all proceeds going to Wyoming Search and Rescue organizations.
Cremation has taken place at Schrader's Sunset Park Crematory.
Schrader Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
Bucky R. McClain
1978 - 2006
Bucky R. McClain, 27, of Wheatland, died Sept. 14 at Regional West Medical Center in Scottsbluff, Neb.
Bucky was born Dec. 23, 1978, in Wheatland, the son of Cynthia L. (Lipps) and Russell E. McClain. Bucky worked as a mechanic and drove a truck, working at Laramie Peak Ford, Shepard Farms, Double T Trucking and leased on with Americo Carriers. On May 15, he married Patrica S. Crichton in Wheatland. He enjoyed fishing, model trucks, and his children.
He is survived by his wife, Patty McClain of Wheatland; parents, Russell McClain and Cynthia Moore both of Wheatland; six children, Austin McClain, Jordan McClain, Hunter McClain, Alisa McClain, David McClain and Brandon Kline all of Wheatland; a sister, Jennifer Lipps of Seattle, Wash.; brother, Sammy McClain of Wheatland; a step - sister, Melissa Weber of College Station, Texas; two step - brothers, Steven Douglass of Douglas and James Douglass of Wheatland; paternal grandmother, Patricia McClain of Wheatland; maternal grandparents, Ray and Delores Lipps of Casper; and step - grandparents, James and Joan Williams of Wheatland.
He was preceded in death by a sister, Robbin A. McClain on June 6, 2000 and his paternal grandfather, Robert McClain.
Funeral services for Bucky were conducted Tuesday at First Christian Church in Wheatland, with the Rev. Andy Gudahl officiating. Interment was in the Wheatland Cemetery.
Serving as pallbearers were Mike McClain, Bobby McClain, Russell McClain, Roy Cook, Olen Jameson, and Glenn Portwood. Honorary pallbearers were Steven Douglass, James Douglass, Sammy McClain, Jim Williams, and Carl Meier.
Memorials to the Bucky McClain Memorial Fund, in care of First State Bank, P.O. Box 39, Wheatland, WY 82201 for his children, would be appreciated by the family.
Gorman Funeral Homes - Platte Chapel of Wheatland is in charge of the arrangements.
June K. Schuck
1926 - 2006
June Krentz Schuck, 80, died Sept. 10 from Alzheimer's.
She was born April 18, 1926, in Bellevue, Neb.
She lived in Cheyenne and was active in all school sports, music and girl scouting.
She graduated from Cheyenne High School and attended college in Denver.
She was a secretary for United Airlines.
She lived in California, Colorado and Washington.
She married Robert in 1948.
She is survived by her children, David, Teresa, Daniel and Jenifer; three grandchildren; a great - granddaughter; her sister, Mary Lou; and nieces and nephews.
She was preceded in death by her husband, Robert, who died February 2006.
Memorial service will be at 11 a.m. Sept. 22 at Edline - Yahn and Covington Funeral Chapel.
Friends may contribute to the South King County Arboretum Foundation or the Alzheimer's Association.
Quince R. Olsen
1964 - 2006
Quince Ray Olsen, 42, of Burns died Sept. 20 in Pine Bluffs.
He was born Aug. 4, 1964, in Cheyenne.
Mr. Olsen was a consumer protection specialist, lead inspector for the state of Wyoming Department of Agriculture, Technical services (Weight & Measures).
He attended the First Christian Church.
Mr. Olsen attended Laramie County Community College and the University of Wyoming on scholarships, with his activities and achievements obtained from the learning and experiences that he acquired during his years of involvement with FFA and 4 - H. He was on the livestock and meats judging teams both at LCCC and UW. Mr. Olsen graduated with a bachelor's degree in agriculture, specifically meat science, food science and a master's degree in ruminant nutrition. His thesis: "The Effects of Chromium Picolinate on Feeding, Growth and Carcass Characteristics of Growth of Lambs."
Mr. Olsen was a youth member of FFA and 4 - H and continued throughout his adult life to support the youth in those organizations. He was a 4 - H Club leader for the meats judging teams, a member and rater for the horse levels group; a member of Cheyenne Regulators, NRA and an active conservationist, rancher and horseman and an avid outdoorsman and hunter. He loved to cook, as well as being a loving, devoted husband and father.
He is survived by his wife, Sonja K. Olsen, whom he married March 6, 1993, in Pine Bluffs; a daughter, Kaycee M. Olsen of Burns; his father, Gerald C. Olsen of Kimball, Neb.; his grandmother, Doris G. Olsen of Kimball; his mother, Nora F. (Miller) Buxbaum of Las Vegas, Nev.; two brothers, Julian Rael of Maryland and Tony Rael of Las Vegas; and a sister, Melissa "Missy" Forsman of Texas.
The memorial service is 2 p.m. Wednesday at Cheyenne Hills Church, 7505 Hwy. 30, Cheyenne, with the Rev. Kurt Borgaard officiating.
Friends may contribute to the Quince Ray Olsen Memorial Fund that has been set up for his daughter, Kaycee Marie Olsen. Please mail contributions to WyHy Federal Credit Union, c/o Kaycee Olsen, P.O. Box 20050, Cheyenne, WY 82003.
Services are under the direction of Wiederspahn - Radomsky Chapel of the Chimes.
Theresa J. Giles
1963 - 2006
Theresa Jean Giles, 43, of Cheyenne died Sept. 24 in Cheyenne.
She was born Aug. 19, 1963 in Sheridan.
She was a nurse at the Dialysis Center.
She is survived by a daughter, Melanie Giles of Cheyenne; her father, Ken Elliott of Sheridan; and two brothers, Mark Elliott of Gillette and Ken Elliott Jr. of Fairbanks, Alaska.
She was preceded in death by her mother, Carol Elliott.
Private family services will be held in Sheridan at a later date.
Arrangements by Schrader Funeral Home.
Ethel M. Ferguson
1927 - 2006
Ethel M. Ferguson, 79, of Cheyenne died Sept. 24 at United Medical Center - West.
She was born July 30, 1927, in Cheyenne.
Mrs. Ferguson was a homemaker.
She married William Wallace Ferguson in 1975 in Cheyenne.
She was a member of First Baptist Church.
She is survived by her son, Ronald Major of San Diego; a daughter, Linda Lou Cobia of Sumrall, Miss.; a brother, David Bussard of Cheyenne; four grandchildren and one great - grandchild.
Mrs. Ferguson was preceded in death by her husband, William W. Ferguson; her parents, Samuel Jackson and Zelma (Goss) Bussard; three brothers; and one sister.
A memorial service will be 2 p.m. today at Schrader Chapel with Pastor James E. Watson Sr. officiating.
Cremation is at Schrader's Sunset Park Crematory.
