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Erwin Gene 'Pat' Pavlacky
Erwin Gene “Pat” Pavlacky, the son of Nora and August Pavlacky born in Lusk on Nov. 1, 1929, died Oct. 13, 2000.
He is survived by his wife of 48 years, Ardith L. Pavlacky, six children, several grandchildren and great-grandchildren, two brothers and a sister.
Mr. Pavlacky left Wyoming when he was 14 to see the world. He joined the Air Force when he was 17 and served in England from about 1946-49. After getting out of the service, he traveled all over the U.S. doing all kinds of jobs, trying to find his niche in life. He was a jack of all trades and master of none.
In 1953, he met Ardith through her two sons. They got married and moved around until moving back to Wyoming. His dream was to have a small farm in Wyoming, so he and the family moved back to the Casper area. But his dream was not yet to be realized.
Jobs were pretty scarce at the time, so he took work where he could find it, which meant more traveling and moving.
They ended up in Big Piney where they lived for about 10 years. He worked for a company which transferred him to Idaho where they lived for 10 years before being transferred to Oregon.
They bought a house on two acres in Eagle Creek, Ore., and had cows, sheep and chickens. He got a taste of his dream until he retired from the Williams Corporation in 1988.
He and Ardith moved to Orin Junction where they lived until 1994, when they decided to buy land in Shawnee. They had a few chickens, tended a garden, fed the wild deer and greeted the sunrise every morning. He always said that he loved Wyoming for its wide open spaces, blue skies and sunshine. He was born in Wyoming and wanted to die in Wyoming. He finally attained his dream.
Mr. Pavlacky was one of the most patient, kindest, warmest-hearted people known. He was a good father and teacher.
He was an animal lover and a great musician and shared that love with his family. When he left the world, he didn't leave alone. He took part of all his family and Wyoming with him when God called him home.
A memorial service will be held at 2 p.m. Oct. 18 at the Cicmanec-Pier Funeral Home in Lusk with Pastor Tom Strock officiating.
CRESTINA MARY "CHA CHA" SANCHEZ
A funeral liturgy for Crestina Mary "Cha Cha" Sanchez, 93, will be held at 10 a.m. Jan. 10 at Holy Name Catholic Church in Sheridan with Father Ronald Stolcis as celebrant. Vigil for the Deceased will be held at 7 p.m. Jan. 9 at Champion-Ferries Funeral Home in Sheridan. Interment will be at Sheridan Municipal Cemetery. Mrs. Sanchez died Jan. 6, 2002 at Michael Manor in Douglas, where she was treated with great care and compassion.
She was born July 22, 1908, in San Luis, Colo., to Cristobal and Rosarita Martinez. On Nov. 22, 1926, she married Pascual Sanchez of San Luis. They moved to Sheridan in 1943. Mrs. Sanchez spent her early years caring for her husband and their six children. She enjoyed hunting and fishing with her husband. She liked to embroider, spend time with her family and watch her favorite "soaps" on TV. She was known for her great sense of humor. She acquired the nickname "Cha Cha" from her great-grandchildren. Mrs. Sanchez is survived by daughters Angie Mesa and Ann Benbo and their husbands of Douglas and Sedia Trujillo of Sheridan; sons Art Sanchez and Archie Sanchez and his wife, all of Sheridan; numerous grandchildren, great-grandchildren and great-great-grandchildren; and numerous nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents; husband Pascual; daughter Cora Trujillo; her brothers and sisters; a great-great-granddaughter; and a great-great-grandson. Serving as pallbearers will be Rick LaTosh, Lawrence Trujillo, Carlos Mesa, Chris Burton, Andy Trujillo and Eddie Trujillo. Memorials to the American Cancer Society, P.O. Box 1207, Casper 82602, would be appreciated by the family. Converse Funeral Chapel of Douglas and Champion-Ferries Funeral Home of Sheridan are in charge of arrangements.
ROXIE WINGO
Roxie Wingo, 86, of Shawnee, Okla., died Dec. 24, 2001 at a nursing home there. She was born a twin Aug. 22, 1915, to George E. Rapp and Elizabeth (Winston) Rapp.
She graduated from Meeker High School in Meeker, Okla., in 1934. She married Kelly Wingo on Oct. 11, 1935. He preceded her in death on Nov. 28, 2001. The couple owned and operated a country service station and grocery store north of Shawnee. They opened the store in 1937 and retired after 40 years. She was a 50-year member of a home demonstration club and the First Christian Church of Meeker. She loved to sew and do needlework. In addition to her husband, she was preceded in death by her parents; daughters JoRene Sherburne and Lou Ann Wingo; her twin brother; and four sisters. She is survived by son and daughter-in-law George and Sunnye Wingo of Moore, Okla.; daughter and son-in-law Donaleta "Doni" and Bill Stewart of Douglas; son-in-law Lyle Sherburne of Pryor, Okla.; brother Harry Rapp of Meeker; sister Berna Dean Anderson of Liberty, Texas; eight grandchildren, including Jack Stewart of Douglas, Kelly Stewart of Dallas and Cody Stewart of Weiser, Idaho; and 18 great-grandchildren. Services were held Dec. 28 in Shawnee at the Roesch-Walker Funeral Chapel. Interment was in Fairview Cemetery in Shawnee.
BARBARA ANN "BOBBI" WERNER
Funeral services for Barbara Ann "Bobbi" Werner, 73, were held Jan. 4, 2002 at Christ Episcopal Church in Douglas with Rev. Marion Canterbury officiating. Interment was at Douglas Park Cemetery. Mrs. Werner died Dec. 31 at her home in Douglas following a courageous battle with cancer. She was born Jan. 7, 1928, to James M. and Lois A. (Blenkarn) Leman in Douglas. She was raised on the family ranch at Upper LaPrele.
In 1945 she graduated from Douglas High School and went on to University of Denver where she got her degree as a medical technician in 1949. She worked at Natrona County Hospital as a technician until early 1950. On April 11, 1950, she married John P. Werner in Douglas and moved to their ranch north of Douglas, where they raised their three children. In addition to her duties as a ranch wife and mother, Mrs. Werner was active in Christ Episcopal Church, American Cancer Society and CowBelles. She served as president of Converse County CowBelles and Wyoming CowBelles. Mrs. Werner won her first bout with cancer in 1972.
In 1978 she began a new career as an active and vocal volunteer for the American Cancer Society. As part of her cancer awareness campaign, she started several service programs in the community, such as Reach to Recovery, CanSurmount and the Cancer Support Group. Her volunteer work extended well past Douglas with national and state board memberships.
Her efforts were honored with numerous awards including the Saint George Award in 1999. The award is given to a small number of individuals across the nation each year to recognize significant volunteer leadership service for the American Cancer Society. Mrs. Werner is survived by sons Jim Werner and wife Lorrie and Mike Werner and wife Nita, all of Douglas; daughter Elaine Moore and husband Frank of Douglas; sister Dorothy Taylor and husband Keith of Douglas; brother Jim Leman and wife Lois of Kennewick, Wash.; 12 grandchildren; and four great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents. Her husband John died on May 6, 1983. Serving as pallbearers were her six grandsons, Frank "Todd" Moore, Keith Moore, David Moore, Kurtis Hillier, Brandon Werner and John "JJ" Werner. Honorary pallbearers were her many friends and family. Memorials to American Cancer Society, Christ Episcopal Church or Mary Barber Gilbert Memorial in care of Converse Funeral Chapel, P.O. Box X, Douglas, would be appreciated by the family.
Converse Funeral Chapel of Douglas was in charge of the arrangements.
LELIA B. ATHENS
Graveside services and interment for Lelia B. Athens, 90, were held Jan. 8, 2002 at Douglas Park Cemetery with Pastor Frank Wiederrecht officiating.
Ms. Athens died Jan. 4 at Michael Manor in Douglas. She was born May 3, 1911, in Creighton, Neb., to Gilbert and Addie (Stults) Tarrant. Lelia moved with her family at an early age to Wyoming, and they homesteaded north of Douglas in the Walker Creek area. She was reared and educated at country schools. She married Raymond Hinckley, then John Anderson.
Both marriages ended in divorce. She worked at Skelly Big Wheel for many years as a waitress. She spent her retirement years in Douglas and resided at Michael Manor at the time of her death. She is survived by her adopted daughter, Linda Weber of Buffalo; daughter-in-law Wanda Schirmer of Douglas; five grandchildren; nine great-grandchildren; and five great-great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her son Jimmy Hinckley, two sisters and two brothers. Converse Funeral Chapel was in charge of arrangements.
ROBERT G. LONGFELLOW
Robert G. Longfellow, 70, of Torrington died Dec. 26, 2001 at Regional West Medical Center in Scottsbluff, Neb. Military services will be at 2 p.m. Jan. 11 at Black Hills National Cemetery in Sturgis, S.D. Cremation has taken place. Mr. Longfellow was born May 28, 1931, in Chicago to George and Hazel (Fabricius) Longfellow. The family moved to California, and he entered the U.S. Air Force in 1951. He served in the Vietnam Conflict and was awarded the Bronze Star. After retiring from the military he worked for the U.S. Postal Service until retiring in 1991 as a supervisor. Mr. Longfellow was a member of the Masonic Lodge in Mesa, Ariz., and Douglas and served as Worshipful Master in 1980. He married Karen Saxer on Feb. 27, 1953, and while in the Air Force traveled extensively. He moved to Torrington in 1996. Mr. Longfellow is survived by his wife Karen of Torrington; daughter Lori and son-in-law Ross Archie of Torrington; grandchildren Cassidy and Kip Archie of Torrington; sister Lois Pierce of Tucson, Ariz.; and numerous nieces and nephews. Memorials to Shriner's Crippled Children's Hospital, Virginia Street and Fairfax, Salt Lake City, Utah, would be appreciated.
PENNY E BURLEY
Funeral services for Penny E. Burley, 64, were held Jan. 3, 2002 at Converse Funeral Chapel in Douglas with Rev. Merrill R. Lanker (retired) officiating. Inurnment will take place at Douglas Park Cemetery at a later date. Mrs. Burley died peacefully Dec. 31 at her home in Douglas.
She was born May 9, 1937, in Casper to F. Dale and Virginia Anne (Witz) Edwards. She was reared and educated in Casper and graduated from Natrona County High School in 1955. She then attended Casper College. On April 3, 1958, she married her high school sweetheart, Thomas A. Burley, in Casper. Mrs. Burley was first and foremost a mother and homemaker, but also held secretarial positions in Casper and Douglas. At the time of her death she was a deputy Clerk of District Court for Converse County Eighth Judicial District. She loved being around her family and friends, traveling and spending time in the mountains south of Douglas near Esterbrook. Mrs. Burley is survived by her husband of 43 years, Tom, of Douglas; daughter Cynthia Hogan and her family of Douglas; son Jason Burley and his family of Windsor, Calif.; sister Prudence Schmidt and her family of Glendale, Ariz., and Casper; brother Miles Edwards and his family of Ithaca, N.Y.; five grandchildren; two nephews; a niece; and many friends. She was preceded in death by her parents. Memorials to Converse County Cancer Fund in care of Tim Tillard, P.O. Box 58, Douglas, would be appreciated by the family. Converse Funeral Chapel was in charge of arrangements.
Bill Anderson
A private interment for Bill Anderson, 80, was held by his family at Willow Grove Cemetery in Buffalo. Mr. Anderson, a former Buffalo resident, died Feb. 10, 2002 at Wyoming Retirement Home in Basin. William Harold Anderson was born June 18, 1921, in Manville, to Harvey and Mary Anderson. He was reared and educated in Lost Springs. In September 1942 he joined the U.S. Army and served in the European Theater during World War II with Charlie Company of the 90th Division of the Third Army. He was with general Patton when they crossed the Rhine. Mr. Anderson was discharged in March 1946. In April 1947 he married Lulla Tarrant in Douglas, where the couple made their home. Mr. Anderson worked in the oil fields. After his divorce he lived in various places in Wyoming, settling in Rock Springs where he remarried and spent his working life. He became a resident of the Veteran's Home of Wyoming in 1977, where he lived until 1999 when he moved to Annie Holt Care Center. He moved to Wyoming Retirement Center in Basin in August 2001. He was a lifetime member of the VFW and American Legion. Mr. Anderson enjoyed woodworking and spending time in the mountains. He is survived by daughter Linda Webber and her husband Bill of Buffalo; half-brother Malford Watson of Seattle, Wash.; grandson Bill Webber and wife Angie of Buffalo; and great-granddaughter Alescea of Buffalo. He was preceded in death by his parents and a great-granddaughter. Memorials to the Barbara Davis Center for Childhood Diabetes in Denver in care of Adams Funeral Home, 351 N. Adams Ave., Buffalo, 82834, would be appreciated by the family.
Lloyd W. Felton
Funeral services for Lloyd W. Felton, 82, were held Tuesday at the Congregational Church of Christ with Rev. Martin Strom officiating. Interment was at Douglas Park Cemetery with military graveside rites by Samuel Mares American Legion Post #8. Mr. Felton died Feb. 13, 2002 at Michael Manor. He was born Feb. 13, 1920, at Vilas, S.D., to Daniel Webster and Cora Cedelia (Liston) Felton. He was reared and educated in South Dakota, attending grade school in Union Center, S.D. He graduated from high school in New Underwood, S.D., and from Black Hills State in Spearfish. He joined the Army Corps and served 18 months during World War II. He married Ila "Jean" Hines on July 20, 1943, in Broadus, Mont. Mr. Felton worked in the petroleum industry and served as executive vice president with Western Plains Development in Casper. In November 1960, Lloyd and Jean moved to Douglas and ran the bowling alley. Then they moved to Denver where they lived several years caring for their real estate interests. When they returned to Douglas, Mr. Felton worked for the state of Wyoming until he retired. He enjoyed tinkering in his garage. Mr. Felton was an avid Denver Bronco fan and was known as "Bronco Man" at Michael Manor where he resided for the past 13 years. He was a standout athlete in his younger years and became an avid follower of all sports and particularly enjoyed following his grandchildren's activities. He was well liked by friends and acquaintances and was a very nice person. He is survived by sons Jerry Felton and wife Barbara of Lubbock, Texas, Jim Felton and wife Marjorie of Douglas and Gary Felton and wife Kathy of Douglas; sister Gladys Bauer of Tucson, Ariz.; 16 grandchildren; and 17 great-grandchildren. Mr. Felton was preceded in death by his parents; wife Jean on May 17, 1986; and brother Dwight Felton. Pallbearers were his grandsons Jerry, Jeff, Drew, Ryan, Cameron, Colter, Michael, Alex, Jason and Jon Felton. Honorary pallbearers were granddaughters Andrea, Kalee, April, Nicole,Alana and Amber Felton. Memorials to the Multiple Sclerosis Society, 341 East E St., Casper 82604, would be appreciated by the family. Converse Funeral Chapel was in charge of arrangements.
