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Glen W. ‘Duke’ Stambaugh
Big Horn native Glen W. “Duke” Stambaugh, 86, of Missoula, Mont., died Wednesday, Feb. 25, 2009, at St. Patrick’s Hospital in Missoula. Cremation has taken place. Memorial services will be later. Garden City Funeral Home in Missoula is in charge of arrangements. Born Nov. 17, 1922, in Big Horn, he lived in the Sheridan and Big Horn area until 2005. He worked in the construction industry for years in Wyoming and Decker, Mont.
Survivors include his wife of 35 years, Lucille.
Susan Helvey Nesson
Sheridan native Susan Helvey Nesson, 62, died Monday, March 9, 2009, at her home near Wheatland. Memorial services are 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday at First Christian Church in Wheatland with Pastor Andy Gudahl officiating. Gorman Funeral Homes of Wheatland is in charge of arrangements. Born Jan. 30, 1947, in Sheridan to Robert and Mary (Williams) Helvey, she lived a number of years in Plano, Texas, where she worked for the city, serving as deputy city clerk, city clerk and two terms as mayor. She was a member of Plano Christian Church, where she was pianist and organist. During her time in Wheatland, she was a member of Platte Animal Welfare Services, Royal Neighbors Association and Project Safe, where she served on the board of directors and as finance director. She was also a member and organist of First Christian Church of Wheatland. Survivors include a sister, Ann Holland; three daughters, Julie Van Dover of Big Lake, Minn., Erika Stoker of Sugar Grove, Ill., and Abby Alvarez of Plano; and eight grandchildren. In lieu of flowers, memorials may benefit Project Safe, 1207 Ninth St., Wheatland, WY 82201, or contact (307) 322-4794.
Hollis G. Crowe
Hollis Gertrude Crowe, 96, of Buffalo, died Wednesday, March 11, 2009, at Amie Holt Care Center in Buffalo.
Graveside service is 1 p.m. Wednesday at Willow Grove cemetery in Buffalo. Born April 10, 1912, in Boulder, Colo., to E.C. and Blanche (Hastings) Swallow, she moved with her family in 1921 to Casper, where she graduated from Natrona County High School. She met Harvey Crowe while attending First Christian Church, and the couple were married
Dec. 4, 1934, in Scottsbluff, Neb. They moved to Oregon, where Mr. Crowe taught school in Corvallis and Brownsville. The couple later moved to Wheatland, where Mrs. Crowe played piano briefly in a dance band. The family moved in 1948 to Buffalo, where Mr. Crowe taught and coached. They moved to Sundance in 1956 and to Lance Creek in 1962. Following Mr. Crowe’s retirement in 1973, they returned to Buffalo, where she continued to live after her husband died in 1981. Mrs. Crowe began playing the piano at age 10 and often accompanied her father and others in church. She was involved with music programs in the schools where her husband taught. She enjoyed taking trips with family and at age 89 traveled to England and Scotland to visit family. She shared her love of music with several generations as she played for, and with, grandchildren, great-grandchildren and friends. In addition to her husband, she was preceded in death by two brothers, Gene and Laurence Swallow, and three sisters, Naomi Howard, Leona McKin and Lois Watson. Survivors include a sister, Winnie Allan of Casper; three sons, Harv and Bob of Buffalo and Mike of Torrington; five grandchildren; and eight great-grandchildren. Donations may benefit Amie Holt Care Center in care of Adams Funeral Home, 351 N. Adams, Buffalo, WY 82834.
William E. Myers
William E. Myers, 73, of Sheridan, died Saturday, March 7, 2009, in Sheridan Memorial Hospital. Viewing is 5:30-7 p.m. Friday at Kane Funeral Home followed by Christian wake service. Funeral Mass is 11 a.m. Saturday at Holy Name Catholic Church. Born Feb. 27, 1936, in Arena Township, Wis., to Leo and Annie Myers, he graduated from Barneveld High School and served in the Air Force until his honorable discharge in 1962. He married
Agnes Pittz on June 17, 1959, in Mineral Point, Wis. Mr. Myers worked at his brother’s gas station in Wisconsin before joining Barneveld Motors for 10 years as a car salesman, then owner. He moved to Wyoming in 1982 and worked for Nelson Chrysler in Cody for six months, then moved to Story and worked at the Chrysler dealership in Buffalo. He later owned and operated the Wagon Box Supper Club and Lodge in Story. He enjoyed spending time with his family and friends, hunting and cars. He was a member of Our Lady of the Pines Catholic Church in Story. He was preceded in death by two sons, Scott Myers and Kevin Myers; and two brothers, Thane Myers and Joe Myers. Survivors include his wife; a daughter, Vicki Sare-Jaye of Orcas Island, Wash.; a son, William L. Myers of Story; nine grandchildren; and four great-grandchildren. In lieu of flowers, memorials may benefit the Bill Myers Memorial Fund, c/o Sunlight Federal Credit Union, 305 S. Main St., Sheridan, WY 82801.
James Marshall Young
James Marshall Young, 83, of Buffalo, died Friday, March 6, 2009, at Wyoming Medical Center in Casper. Services are 2 p.m. today at Adams Funeral Home Chapel with the Rev. Nancy Brooks officiating. Burial will be in Willow Grove cemetery with the American Legion and Veterans of Foreign Wars in charge of military graveside services. Born Feb. 11, 1926, in Buffalo to Marvin and Belle Young, he grew up and attended school in Johnson County, graduating from Johnson County High School in 1944. In June 1944 he joined the Navy and was stationed in the Pacific Theater until June 1946. After the war he returned to Wyoming, where he attended the University of Wyoming and worked as a game warden. He later joined his father in the ranching business south of Buffalo. He married
Phyllis Davis in 1947, and they made their home in Buffalo. They divorced in 1959. He married
Ella Mark, and they continued to live on the family homestead. In 1966 they sold the ranch south of Buffalo and bought a ranch in Natrona County south of Kaycee, where they continued in the ranching business until 1977. Mr. Young was elected mayor of Kaycee and acted as chief of police as well as city maintenance man. In 1982 the couple moved back to Buffalo, where he helped establish Mr. R’s Auto Salvage and worked as a bookkeeper for Pert’s Towing. For the last two years, he worked on the grounds crew at Buffalo Golf Club. He was a member of Anchor Lodge No. 7 AF & AM for more than 50 years and also of American Legion Post 13 and its honor guard. He enjoyed computers and was interested in family genealogy. An avid golfer, he was a loyal fan of Buffalo Bison athletics, especially Bison basketball. He was preceded in death by two brothers. Survivors include his wife; one son, Dave Young of Billings; three daughters, Michele Schluter of Parkman, Edna Young of Buffalo, and Jane Diane Young Navarrette of Buffalo; two grandchildren; and three great-grandchildren. Donations may be made to the Milk Fund at the Bread of Life Food Pantry in care of Adams Funeral Home, 351 N. Adams in Buffalo.
Donald Wilson Gossick
Donald Wilson Gossick, 78, of Buffalo died Saturday, March 7, 2009, at Johnson County Healthcare Center in Buffalo. Private family services will be later. Born March 22, 1930, in Fairfield, Iowa, to Charles and Edith Gossick, he grew up and attended school in Fairfield and graduated from Fairfield High School in 1948. He married
Shirley Dunnock on June 6, 1948. The couple went to Colorado Springs, Colo., on their honeymoon and decided to stay. Mr. Gossick worked in a bakery for more than a year before returning to Fairfield, where he managed several department stores. In 1958, he earned a pilot’s license and became a commercial pilot. In 1968 the couple moved to Florida and bought Avon Park Flying Service Inc., which they operated until 1985 when he retired. They moved to Buffalo in 1986 and purchased land on Hazelton, where they built a cabin. They lived in the cabin and also had a home in Florida. In 1997, they permanently moved to Buffalo. Mr. Gossick was an avid gun collector and a member of the National Rifle Association and the Single Action Shooters Association. He enjoyed playing the trumpet and particularly enjoyed Dixieland music. He also enjoyed the mountains and spending time with his family. Survivors include his wife; two sons, Mark Gossick of Peoria, Ill., and Charles Gossick of Avon Park, Fla.; one daughter, Laura Lawson of Winter Haven, Fla.; one brother, John Gossick of Pontiac, Mich.; seven grandchildren; and nine great-grandchildren.
Russell Hart
Russell C. Hart Jr., 61, of Sheridan died Thursday, March 5, 2009, in Sheridan Memorial Hospital. Memorial service is 10 a.m. Tuesday at First Christian Church with the Rev. Doug Goodwin officiating. Arrangements are with Champion Ferries Funeral Home. Born April 25, 1947, in Sheridan to Russell C. and Juanita (Bliss) Hart Sr., he grew up and attended schools in Sheridan. He married
Penny Logan in Colorado in 1970. She died in August 2002. In 2004 he married
Rhonda Schnaible in Sheridan. Mr. Hart worked on ranches and in construction until going to work for the city of Sheridan, where he was employed for more than 30 years and retired as city street supervisor. He was a member of Sheridan Elk's Lodge 520 and attended First Christian Church in Sheridan. He enjoyed working with his hands and it was said he could fix or repair almost anything. He also enjoyed hunting and fishing in the Big Horn Mountains with friends and family. In addition to his first wife, a granddaughter preceded him in death. Survivors include his wife; two sons, Jeremy Hart of Fort Riley, Kan., and Jason Hart of Sheridan; one daughter, Jennifer Hart of Billings; three brothers, Bob Swanson of Nisland, S.D., Lloyd Hart of Banner, and Keith Hart of Metolius, Ore.; three sisters, Ethel Willms of Sheridan, Roberta Burtis of Sheridan, and Becky Haeffelin, of Maupin, Ore.; and six grandchildren. Memorials may benefit Children's cemetery Fund, c/o First Interstate Bank, Attn: Margaret Sare, P.O. Box 2007, Sheridan, WY 82801.
Arnold C. Becker
Former Sheridan resident Arnold C. Becker, 97, died Wednesday, March 4, 2009, at his home in Riverton. A viewing will be 6-8 p.m. Sunday at Kane Funeral Home. Services are 2 p.m. Monday at Immanuel Lutheran Church in Sheridan. Burial will follow at Sheridan Municipal cemetery with military rites by American Legion Post 7. Born in Vedigre, Neb., the son of Armnius M. Becker and Louisa (Koeppe) Becker, he lived in Riverton for 16 years and Sheridan for 44 years. He served as a sergeant in the U.S. Army during World War II and was an anti-aircraft gunner in the German Theater. He married
Doris Marie Eckley on Jan. 29, 1945, in Fort Logan, Colo. She died June 9, 1989. Mr. Becker was a member of Immanuel Lutheran Church in Sheridan, where he was an elder. He was a self-employed trucker and owned Becker Trucking. He hauled the second load of uranium out of the Gas Hills and had been employed by Peter Kiewitt, Gilpatrick Construction and McGarvin-Moberly. He also helped build roads into the missile silos in Cheyenne, and had worked all the interstate highways in Wyoming. He held a valid commercial driver’s license until age 92. He enjoyed fishing and snowmobiling and was a member of the Lake DeSmet Boat Club.
In addition to his wife, he was preceded in death by 12 siblings and a daughter, Peggy Lynn Becker. Survivors include two sons, Dave Becker of Riverton and Tony Becker of Grand Junction, Colo.; two daughters, Dixie Loper of Ashland, Ore., and Patricia Sellars of Sweet Home, Ore.; nine grandchildren; 13 great-grandchildren; and eight great-great-grandchildren. Memorials may be made to Immanuel Lutheran Church in care of Kane Funeral Home, 689 Meridian, Sheridan, WY 82801. Online obituaries are available and condolences for the family may be made at: thedavisfuneralhome.com.
Thelma C. Huff
Thelma C. Huff, 93, of Sheridan, died Tuesday, March 3, 2009, in Westview Health Care Center. Cremation has taken place and graveside services will be later. Arrangements are with Champion Ferries Funeral Home. She was born Dec. 24, 1915, in Moorcroft to Louis and Faye (Ely) Ponson, early day homesteaders on the Belle Fourche River and on Four Horse Creek in Crook County. She attended Moorcroft schools and married
David Huff of Upton on Oct. 3, 1932, in Deadwood, S.D. They resided in Upton until moving to the Banner Ranch at Banner in 1951. They continued to live at Banner until 2002, when they moved to Sheridan. Mrs. Huff was a homemaker all her life. A member of Story Garden Club and American Legion Auxiliary, she enjoyed flowers and yard work. She was preceded in death by her husband of 75 years; one brother; and three sisters, including her twin, Wilma. Survivors include one son, Robert Huff of Sheridan; one daughter, Winnie Borgialli of Buffalo; six grandchildren; 10 great-grandchildren; and two great-great-granddaughters. Memorials may benefit a charity of the donor's choice.
Robert G. Miller
Robert G. Miller, 66, of Banner, died Wednesday, March 4, 2009, in Westview Health Care Center. Funeral service will be 10 a.m. Saturday at Champion Ferries Funeral Home with John Krezelok officiating. Interment will be private in Mount Hope cemetery in Big Horn. Military rites are by the American Legion and Wyoming National Guard. Born June 3, 1942, in Sheridan to Robert and Peggy (Townsend) Miller, he grew up and graduated from high school in Sheridan. He enlisted in the U.S. Navy and served on the USS Coral Sea stationed in Okinawa as a jet engine mechanic. After the service, he returned to the family ranch near Sheridan. He married
Mary Zowada on April 4, 1964, in Sheridan. They lived on the ranch and owned and operated Miller Cattle Co. on Piney Creek. They retired in 1999 and moved to Murphy Gulch. Mrs. Miller died in October. Mr. Miller enjoyed four-wheeling, camping, fishing, and hunting in the mountains. He also enjoyed flying remote-controlled airplanes with one grandson and watching the other play football for Big Horn Rams. In addition to his wife, he was preceded in death by a sister, Barbara Bovee. Survivors include two daughters, Lori Miller of Sheridan and Chris Browning of Gillette; and two grandsons. Memorials may benefit People's Assistance Food Bank, P O. Box 312, Sheridan, WY 82801.
Wilbur ‘Wes’ Bryant
Wilbur “Wes” Bryant, 78, of Sheridan died Monday, March 2, 2009, at Sheridan Memorial Hospital. Cremation has taken place and no services are planned. Kane Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. Born Sept. 2, 1930, in Lusk to John and Joyce Bryant, he worked many years as a carpenter in the coal mining industry. He lived in Gillette before moving to Sheridan. Mr. Bryant enjoyed woodworking, reading and was an active member in the Moose Lodge. He was preceded in death by a son, Jeff Bryant. Survivors include two children, Jay Bryant of Austin, Texas, and Jan Hanten of Gillette; two siblings, James Bryant and Audra Bryant; two grandchildren; and two great-grandchildren.
Myra Spellman
Former Sheridan County teacher Myra Spellman, 91, of Spotted Horse, died Friday, Feb. 27, 2009, at Pioneer Manor Nursing Home in Gillette. Funeral services are 2 p.m. today at Gillette Memorial Chapel with Pastor Peggy Brown officiating. Burial will follow in Mount Pisgah cemetery. Born March 4, 1917, in Capa, S.D., to Joseph and Bessie (Gleason) Tanner, she moved in 1929 to Middle Prong in Campbell County, where the family homesteaded. She attended country schools in South Dakota and Upper Middle Prong in Wyoming and high school in Arvada. She graduated from Gillette High School, her last year combined with Normal School training. She attended Black Hills State College in Spearfish, S.D., and the University of Wyoming. She taught in country schools including South Prong and Spotted Horse in Campbell County and Kendrick, Passaic and Buffalo Creek in Sheridan County. She married
Howard “Jim” Spellman on March 5, 1938, at First Christian Church in Sheridan. They worked to expand their ranch near Spotted Horse. Mrs. Spellman enjoyed animals, nature and the outdoors. She belonged to 4-G Ladies Club, Pleasant Hour Ladies Club, Campbell County Historical Society and the Rockpile Museum. She helped raise money to start the Campbell County Senior Center and worked on the Wyoming Centennial Committee for Campbell County. She contributed to the history books “The Wheel of Time, ” about Arvada and surrounding areas, and “The Treasured Years, ” about Campbell County. She helped develop the Lasting Legacy Park in Gillette. She had several poems, stories and musical lyrics published and earned ribbons and awards for artwork and ceramics at county and state fairs. She was preceded in death by two brothers, Willard “Bill” and Arol “Joe” Tanner; and a sister, Clara Smallwood. Survivors include her husband; two sons, Bobby Joe Spellman of Arvada and Don Spellman of Spotted Horse; six grandchildren; 10 great-grandchildren; and two great-great-grandchildren. In lieu of flowers, memorials may benefit the Rockpile Museum. Memorials and condolences may be sent in care of Gillette Memorial Chapel, 210 W. Fifth St., Gillette, WY 82716
Beverly J. Schott
Beverly J. Schott, 76, of Sheridan, died Sunday, March 1, 2009, at Westview Health Care Center. A celebration of life is 1-3 p.m. Saturday at Sheridan Elks Lodge. A private ceremony to scatter her ashes will be later. Kane Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. Born May 20, 1932, to Alonzo and Elizabeth Waggener in Chadron, Neb., she graduated from Chadron High School and married
Bill Schott in 1950. Mrs. Schott enjoyed playing bingo and cards, sewing, sorority, being a member of the DOES, and spending time with her family, especially her grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband; a grandson, Colton Neff; and her brothers and sisters. Survivors include three daughters, Mary Beth Gifford of Sheridan, Tammy Raschke of Craig, Colo., and Billie Jo Robinson of Gillette; a son, Will Schott of Sheridan; 12 grandchildren; and eight great-grandchildren. In lieu of flowers, memorials may benefit Welch Cancer Center, 1585 W. Fifth St., Sheridan, WY 82801.
Margaret R. Cook
Margaret R. Cook, 94, of Sheridan, died Sunday, March 1, 2009, in Sheridan Memorial Hospital. Memorial service is 2:30 p.m. Tuesday in First United Methodist Church with the Rev. Don Derryberry officiating. Arrangements are with Champion Ferries Funeral Home.
Anne Washut Aksamit
Anne Washut Aksamit, 86, of Sheridan, died Sunday, March 1, 2009, at her residence. Rosary is 7 p.m. Wednesday at Champion Ferries Funeral Home. Funeral Liturgy is 10 a.m. Thursday at Holy Name Catholic Church with the Revs. Thomas Ogg and Ronald Stolcis as celebrants. Interment will be in Sheridan Municipal cemetery. Memorials may benefit Holy Name School, 121 S. Connor St., Sheridan WY 82801.
Harriett Bosley
Former Sheridan VA Medical Center employee Harriett Bosley, 86 of Sioux Falls, S.D., died Wednesday, Feb. 25, 2009, at Dougherty Hospice House in Sioux Falls.
Funeral services are 2 p.m. today at Zion Lutheran Church with burial in Woodlawn cemetery. Visitation was Sunday at Heritage Funeral Home. Born Sept. 6, 1922, to Paul and Edna Winckler in Pierre, S.D., she grew up in Pierre and was a member of the Augustana College class of 1944. She trained at the Corwin Nursing School in Pueblo, Colo., and also worked at the Dallas VA Medical Center. She married
Harold W. Bosley of Sheridan in 1946. Mrs. Bosley was devoted to nursing and helping veterans regain their health. She was a member of Beta Sigma Phi sorority, worked with the Wyoming Girl Scouts, and enjoyed camping, walking in the Big Horn Mountains, and playing bridge and mahjong. She was preceded in death by two brothers, Paul Winckler of Littleton, Colo., and Lewis Winckler of Sioux Falls. Survivors include two sons, James Bosley, Sioux Falls, and John Bosley, Sheridan; two sisters, Bernice Haugejonde, Iowa City, Iowa, and Marian Grider, Kingwood, Texas; seven grandchildren; six great-grandchildren; and 10 nieces and nephews. Her obituary and register book can be seen at www.consolingmemories.com.
