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KEITH CRACKENBERGER
OCTOBER 1, 1940 - NOVEMBER 24, 2009
Keith Crackenberger, 69, of Sheridan, passed away on Tuesday, November 24, 2009, at his home. Keith was born in Sheridan, Wyoming, on October 1, 1940, to Joseph and Ruth Salveson Crackenberger. He lived in Sheridan, and worked as a parts man at Cook Ford Sales for 15 years and then was Parts Manager for Sheridan Motor until he retired in 2001. Keith was a member of the Elks Lodge, American Legion Post #7, and was governor of the Moose Lodge from 1987 to 1989. He enjoyed his family, gardening, boating, camping and watching western movies. Keith was preceded in death by his parents and a brother, Joe Crackenberger. He is survived by his daughter, Tammy (Dennis) Corcoran, of Sheridan, and son, Alan (Susan) Crackenberger, of Dayton, sister, Garna (Ernie) Selig, of Sheridan, and brother, Curtis Crackeberger, of Billings, MT, six grandchildren and four great grandchildren. Private family services for Keith will be held. Inurnment will be at the Sheridan Municipal Elks Section. A celebration of Keith’s life will be at a later date. Kane Funeral Home is entrusted with the arrangements.
GLYNN LARRY WARREN
July 7, 1939 - November 23, 2009
Glynn Larry Warren, 70, of Sheridan, died Monday, November 23, 2009, at Sheridan Memorial Hospital. Funeral services are 11 a.m. Saturday at Cornerstone Church with Pastor Tony Forman officiating. Burial will be in Sheridan Municipal cemetery. Arrangements are with Kane Funeral Home. Born July 7, 1939, in Atlantic, Iowa, to Eloise Twilite Mayberry and Glynn James Warren, he was active in 4-H and graduated from high school in Atlantic. After high school, he attended California Polytechnic state University in San Luis Obispo, Calif., graduating with a Bachelor_s Degree in Animal Science. He attended Colorado State University in Fort Collins, Colo., and received a Master_s Degree in Animal Science. During college, he participated in rodeo _calf roping and steer wrestling. He married
June Eisele Rice on Jan. 30, 1965 in Reno, Nevada. He worked in sales and development and was the owner of the Truck Corral for many years. He enjoyed talking to people and was always ready with a joke. His children and grandchildren knew if they lost him in a crowded area they could locate him by following his laugh. He enjoyed racquetball, biking, fishing, camping, walking, and spending time with family and friends. He was known for his homemade ice cream. He attended Cornerstone Church. Survivors include his parents of Lincoln, California, his life-long partner June Warren of Sheridan, children Valerie Rice Kobold, Lisa Rice, Shawn Warren, and Stacey Staben all of Sheridan and Holly Lebsack (Colby) of Wheatland, sister Sally Vallieres of Lincoln, California; brother Jim Warren of Aromas, California; and seven grandchildren; Alison Flack, Madeline Kobold, Kady Wilmer, Rachel Lebsack, Riley Lebsack, Evan Staben, and Blake Staben. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to the Foundation Fighting Blindness, PO Box 17279, Baltimore, MD 21298, or on line at https://www.fightblindness.org, in memory of Larry Warren.
Rose Marie Pedula
Former Sheridan resident Rose Marie Pedula, 98, of Buffalo, died Monday, Nov. 23, 2009, at the Amie Holt Care Center in Buffalo. Funeral services are 11 a.m. Monday at Willow Grove cemetery in Buffalo with Father Ron Stolcis as celebrant. Born July 9, 1911, in Hillsville, Pa., to Carlo and Carmella Raco, she grew up and went to school in Hillsville. In 1937 she moved to Sheridan where she married
Domenic Pedula on Oct. 11, 1937. Mr. Pedula worked for the railroad for 47 years and during that time they lived in several locations including Monarch, Clearmont, and Crow Agency, Mont., among others. In 1965, the couple moved to Sheridan where they retired and lived until Mr. Pedula passed away in 1983. After the death of her husband, Mrs. Pedula continued living in Sheridan at Heritage Towers and Beehive Home before moving to the Amie Holt Care Center in Buffalo in October. She enjoyed quilting and crocheting afghans for her children, grandchildren, and any others in need of a warm quilt. She also enjoyed gardening, canning, and baking bread. She was preceded in death by her husband; three brothers; one sister; and a son. Survivors include daughters Joan Smith of Buffalo and Linda Pedula of Kalama, Wash.; sons Robert Pedula of Leavenworth, Kan., and William Pedula of Big Timber, Mont.; eight grandchildren; and nine great-grandchildren. Memorials may benefit the Amie Holt Care Center in c/o Adams Funeral Home at 351 N. Adams Ave., Buffalo WY 82834.
WILLIAM ARTHUR “BILL” REYNOLDS
MARCH 3, 1930 - NOVEMBER 9, 2009
William A. Reynolds, 79, of Devore, California, passed away Monday, November 9, 2009. He was born March 3, 1930 in Sheridan, WY, the son of Charles Arthur and Mildred Belle (Wardlaw) Reynolds. He attended schools in Sheridan, WY, Riverton, WY, and Farmington, MO. He enlisted in 1947 in the US Marine Corps, serving in San Diego, CA and on the USS Skagit. He was discharged in 1949 and returned to Sheridan, WY. He later attended Heinman Business School in Sheridan, WY. Bill and Shirley Jean Hamerly were married
May 14, 1950 at the First Baptist Church with the Rev. Oliver Reed officiating. They had three children, Carol Leigh, Bruce Alan and David Arthur Reynolds. They divorced in 1991. Bill was employed for many years by Los Angeles County where he served on the Board of Directors as Treasurer for the Naval Memorial Foundation Inc. Bill married
Gwen Davenport June 29, 1999 in Las Vegas, NV. They loved traveling together and Bill was her constant companion. He discovered welding and stained glass art, making many beautiful pieces that he shared with his extended family. He will be remembered for the many funny stories he loved to tell, the more outrageous, the better. He loved the game of golf and treasured the times playing with his nephew, Jeff Richert in Oregon, as well as others. Bill is survived by his wife Gwen of Devore, CA and two sons Bruce (Karen) Reynolds, and David (Sheril) Reynolds, and daughter Carol (Clark) Garnet, step-son Stephen (Betty) Davenport, and step- daughters Susan K. (Charles) Davenport Smith-DuBay, Debra F. (Sam) Davenport Scott and many grandchildren, great grandchildren, nieces and nephews. He is also survived by three sisters: Junebelle Brawner, Sherman, TX, Hazel (Don) Richert, Canby, OR, and Luella (Bert) Stroup, Sheridan, WY, as well as two half-brothers, Charles Rickus, OH and Fred Rickus, SC. His parents and one brother, Robert Joe Reynolds, preceded Bill in death. Memorial services were held at noon Saturday, Nov. 21, 2009 at the Dickey Funeral Home, Fontana, CA. Remains will be scattered at the family home in Devore, CA at a later date. Condolences may be sent to: Mrs. Gwen Reynolds, 17692 Woodcrest Drive, Devore, CA 92407-1037.
Lloyd Alan Brown
Sheridan resident, Lloyd Alan Brown, 59, passed away on Thursday, November 19, 2009 at the Sheridan Memorial Hospital. Lloyd was born on May 25, 1950, in Hot Springs, South Dakota to Violet Marie (Layton) and James W. Brown. He married
Kathy (Stender) Brown on April 6, 1968, in Edgemont, SD He lived in Pringle, SD for fourteen years, in Edgemont, SD for fourteen years, and then in Sheridan, WY for thirty one years. Lloyd worked for the Burlington Northern Santa Fe Railroad as a Conductor for nine years, and an Engineer for twenty three years. Lloyd loved his family and grandchildren. He loved the Black Hills, and Big Horn Mountains, and loved to hunt and fish, riding his motorcycle and four-wheelers. He enjoyed spending time with friends, the more the merrier, and having fish fries and get togethers. He enjoyed cutting wood and sitting by the campfires. He belonged to the B.L.E., Elks, American Legion, and the Big Horn Mountain Eagles. Lloyd was preceded in death by his parents and baby brother, Ronnie. He is survived by his wife, Kathy, daughters, Wendi Brown, Kristi (Troy) Olson, and Kelli Brown, brother: Cleve (Cynthia) Brown, sister, Sharon Onkka, and four grandchildren, Tazmyn Olson, Triven Olson, Dekken Mayer all of Sheridan, and Tori Launer, of Cheyenne; and numerous nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles and cousins. Visitation will be Monday, November 23, 2009, 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM at Kane Funeral Home. Funeral Services are 10:00 A.M., Tuesday, November 24, 2009 at Kane Funeral Home, with Pastor Doug Goodwin officiating. Memorials in memory of Lloyd can be made to the Donor’s Choice. Kane Funeral Home has been entrusted with the arrangements.
Andrew Alonzo Lowe
Andrew Alonzo Lowe, 24, of Sheridan died Wednesday, Nov. 18, 2009, at his residence. A Celebration of Life is 1 p.m. Monday at Connor Battlefield State Park in Ranchester with Dave Wagner officiating. Arrangements are with Champion Ferries Funeral Home. Born Jan. 29, 1985, in Hardin, Mont., to Bruce Bernard and Connie Renee (Chatham) Lowe, he grew up and attended schools in Joliet, Mont., Fromberg, Mont., Tongue River, and Fort Mackenzie High School in Sheridan. He was a member of the Tongue River High School FFA. He worked on the farm crew at the Little Horn Ranch at Wyola, Mont. He also drove a belly dump truck, worked in the methane fields, on oil rigs and hauling coal. He enjoyed fishing and hunting, dirt-biking, horseback riding, and spending time with his children. Mr. Lowe was preceded in death by his grandfather, Richard Chatham. His life partner was Samantha Zukowski of Sheridan. Survivors include his parents; a son, James Lowe of Sheridan; a daughter, Courtney Lowe of Sheridan; a brother, Richard Lowe; and two sisters, Deanna Skillman of Tulsa, Okla., and Virginia Lowe of Riverton. A memorial fund for his children has been established at Cowboy State Bank.
Todd Lee Borelson
Todd Lee Borelson, 44, of Sheridan died Friday, Nov. 13, 2009, in Sheridan Memorial Hospital. Graveside services are 10 a.m. Monday in Sheridan Municipal cemetery with Pastor Scott Lee officiating. A reception will immediately follow the service at Easter Seals Acquired Brain Injury Center, 625 E. Fifth St., Sheridan. Arrangements are with Champion Ferries Funeral Home. Mr. Borelson was born July 2, 1965, in Rock Springs to Tony Lee and Betty Jean (Richardson) Borelson. He was employed at the Holiday Lodge. He enjoyed experimenting in the kitchen with his homegrown tomatoes and particularly enjoyed sweet tea and stuffed peppers. His interests included collecting model cars, fishing, hunting, gardening and relaxing with television. He recently graduated from a small-engine-repair class with Easter Seals Wyoming through Sheridan College, of which he was particularly proud. He was known for a kind spirit and helping nature to all he knew. He was preceded in death by his parents. Memorials may benefit an account in his name c/o Sunlight Federal Credit Union, 303 S. Main St., Sheridan WY 82801.
NIELS INGWERSEN
MAY 18, 1935 - NOVEMBER 14, 2009
Madison - Niels Ingwersen, age 74 passed away on Saturday, November 14, 2009, in the HospiceCare Center in Fitchburg, Wisconsin. Niels was born on May 18, 1935, in Horsens, Denmark, to Hans Henrik and Karen (Bach) Ingwersen. He studied Scandinavian literature at the University of Copenhagen, Stockholm University, and the University of Oslo, where he met an American student from Wyoming, Faith Boswell Sloniger, who was to be the love of his life. Faith and Niels were married
in Tybjerg, Denmark in 1961. Together they moved to the United States to study at the University of Chicago, then to Madison, Wisconsin, where Niels was appointed to the Scandinavian Studies faculty at the University of Wisconsin in 1965. For almost forty years, Niels was a key faculty member at UW-Madison, serving several times as chair of Scandinavian Studies and Folklore as well as teaching thousands of students. He also served as visiting professor at the Universities of Odense and Aarhus in Denmark and at UCLA. Niels won several teaching awards for his popular courses on Scandinavian literature. A multimedia version of his class on Hans Christian Andersen had a record enrollment of over 800 students and was one of the first to be offered through the University of Wisconsin Extension on public television. Niels was the author of several scholarly works on Danish literature. In addition, he co-authored two works with his wife, Faith, on Martin A. Hansen and Martin Andersen Nexe. His last book, released in 2008, was on narrative folklore. In 2009, The Nordic Storyteller: Essays in Honor of Niels Ingwersen was published in Cambridge, England. For his promotion of Danish literature and culture in the United States, Niels was knighted on February 7, 1997, with the Order of the Dannebrog, by Queen Margrethe II’s representative. The Order, established in 1671, honors Danish citizens who have contributed to arts, sciences, and commerce. After his retirement in 2003, Niels and Faith began spending long summers outside Sheridan, where Faith had lived during her childhood on her family’s ranch. The open skies and Western landscape held a special place in Niels’s heart. Confirming his belief in participatory democracy, Niels became a United States citizen and cast his first presidential vote in the 2008 election. Niels is survived by his wife, Faith, in Madison; his brother, Jorn; nephew, Thomas; niece Bianca; and grand nephew, Magnus, in Denmark; as well as his sister-in-law, nieces and nephews in Colorado and Oregon, and countless friends on both sides of the Atlantic. Memorials may be gifted to the UW Foundation’s “Faith and Niels Ingwersen Fund, ” US Bank Lockbox 78807, Milwaukee, WI 53278. The Fund supports the Department of Scandinavian Studies at the University of Wisconsin-Madison. A memorial service will be held Saturday, December 5, 2009 at 1:30 PM at FIRST UNITARIAN SOCIETY, 900 University Bay Drive, Madison, WI 53705.
SHERI D. TIETJEN
MARCH 14, 1956 – NOVEMBER 18, 2009
Sheri D. Tietjen, 53, of Clearmont, Wyoming, passed away at West View Healthcare Center on Wednesday, November 18, 2009. Sheri was born on March 14, 1956, in Santa Monica, CA. to Donald H. and Ermal Roberts. Sheri graduated from High School and attended college for two years. She married
Blake Tietjen in 1995. Sheri was preceded in death by her parents. She is survived by her husband, Blake, of Clearmont, WY, two sons, Toby Vineyard and grandson Bronc of Arvada, WY, and Tyler Vineyard and grand daughters, Kaytlen, and Kathryn, of Arvada, WY: brother, Donald B. Roberts and family of California, Cousins: Bret Bateman, Richard Hall and family all of Sheridan, WY, two step children, Cole Tietjen, and Keely Tietjen both of Clearmont, WY. Private Family Services will be held. Memorials in honor of Sheri can be made to the YMCA, 417 North Jefferson, Sheridan, WY 82801. Kane Funeral Home has been entrusted with arrangements.
JOHN L. KOBIELUSZ JR.
DECEMBER 28, 1949 – NOVEMBER 15, 2009
John L. Kobielusz Jr. 59, passed away on Sunday, November 15, 2009, at his home in Las Vegas after fighting a long battle with cancer. John L. Kobielusz Jr. was born on December 28, 1949, in Sheridan, Wyoming, to John L. Kobielusz Sr. And Marie (Schwabauer) Kobielusz of Sheridan. While living in Sheridan, John worked for the Burlington Northern Santa Fe Railroad for over 30 years, where he worked as a brakeman/conductor until retiring in 2002 due to his illness. While living in Sheridan, John and Connie enjoyed going to antique auctions, movies, and spending Sundays at the family ranch playing cards, and enjoying family. They were involved with the Kalif Shrine Center for many years, John was Past Potentate of Kalif Shrine, he was a member of the Masonic Blue Lodge #8 of Sheridan. John and Connie attended St. Peter’s Episcopal Church. In 2003 they moved to Las Vegas Nevada, to be closer to major medical, warmer weather and to further Connie’s career with the Veteran’s Administration. While living in Las Vegas they enjoyed Connie’s family, having neighborhood pool parties, going to shows, and visiting the cites. John and Connie are members of the Green Valley Baptist church of Henderson, Nevada. John was preceded in death by his father John L. Kobielusz. Johnis survived by his wife Connie Callier Kobielusz, of Las
Vegas, NV. daughter, Tara Lynn Kobielusz, of Casper, WY, his mother Marie Kobielusz, of Sheridan, WY, sister, Shirley Schuman (Les), Sheridan, WY, niece, Kristi Long of Casper, WY, nephew, Leslie Schuman of Billings, MT. Visitation will be from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM, Thursday, November 19, 2009 at Kane Funeral Home. Funeral Services will be at 10:00 a.m. Friday, November 20, 2009, at St. Peter’s Episcopal Church, with Reverend Kevin Jones and Rob Boyd officiating. A Masonic Burial will follow in the Sheridan Municipal cemetery. A reception will follow at the Kalif Shrine. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Make A Wish Foundation, P.O. Box 273, Casper, WY 82602.
Kane Funeral Home has been entrusted with the arrangements.
Matt A. Hemsath
Matt A. Hemsath, 20, of Buffalo died Tuesday, Nov. 17, 2009. Visitation is 1-9 p.m. today and 8-9:30 a.m. Friday with funeral service to follow at 10 a.m. at Adams Funeral Home Chapel, the Rev. Tom Saur officiating. Burial will be in Willow Grove cemetery with Veterans of Foreign Wars and American Legion in charge of military graveside services. Memorials may benefit the Multiple Sclerosis Society, c/o Adams Funeral Home, 351 N. Adams Ave., Buffalo, WY 82834.
Betty L. Mires
Betty L. Mires, 73, of Sheridan died Friday, Nov. 13, 2009, at Sheridan Memorial Hospital. Cremation has taken place and private family services are planned in the summer. Arrangements are with Kane Funeral Home. Born Aug. 24, 1936, in Saratoga to Bessie (McFarlane) and James Pudge, she married
Donald Mires on Nov. 20, 1953, in Cheyenne. She loved being a mother and grandmother and also enjoyed observing wildlife, reading, crossword puzzles and visits from her family and friends. She was preceded in death by her husband and three sisters. Survivors include three sons, George of Haymarket, Va., Michael of North Hollywood, Calif., and Steven of Redondo Beach, Calif.; two daughters, Teresa Flammer of Van Nuys, Calif., and Barbara Eaton of Sheridan; a brother, James Pudge of Sheridan; a sister, Nellie Talbert of Saratoga; four grandchildren; and numerous nieces and nephews. Memorials may benefit a charity of the donor’s choice.
Edward Thomas ‘Tom’ Collins
Former Sheridan area resident Edward Thomas “Tom” Collins, 78, died Tuesday, Nov. 10, 2009, at the VA Medical Center in Spokane, Wash. Services have taken place. Born Oct. 14, 1931, to Edward and Elizabeth Collins Sr. in Baltimore, he served in the U.S. Navy and U.S. Army receiving honors including Purple Hearts and a Bronze Star. He owned Bear Lodge Resort, drove the Senior MiniBus, and worked in restaurant sales. He volunteered thousands of hours to Boy Scouts of American, National Ski Patrol, American Red Cross and several senior citizen centers. Survivors include his wife, Evelyn; a sister, Nora; nine children, Patrick, Tracy, Katie, Kim, Robby, Mike, Brooke, Rodger and Randy; and numerous grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Memorials may benefit the American Red Cross.
Jane McKiney
Jane McKiney, 44, sister of Starla Crouse of Sheridan, died Thursday, Nov. 12, 2009, at her home in Keystone, S.D. Visitation is 4-8 p.m. Thursday at Fidler Isburg Funeral Chapel in Spearfish, S.D. Funeral services are 3 p.m. Friday at Hulett High School Gymnasium with Pastor Chuck Landon officiating. Burial will be at a later date. Born April 27, 1965, to Warren and Dorothy (Staigle) Wood in Spearfish, she attended school in Hulett and moved to Keystone in 1999. She worked in several medical facilities in the Black Hills and surrounding area, including Rapid City Regional Hospital and most recently at Black Hills Regional Eye Institute as a surgical technician. She was part of the Lions Eye Bank Donor Team. She was preceded in death by her father. In addition to her sister, survivors include her mother; a daughter, Kacie Turbiville of Rapid City; four brothers, Chuck Wood of Gillette, Dale Wood of Moorcroft, Jim Wood of Arlington, Wash., and Steve Wood of Sundance; three sisters, Joan Geis of Rapid City; Mary Kuhl of Sundance, and Sally Jewett of Belle Fourche, S.D.; one granddaughter; and numerous nieces and nephews.
James Eugene Gainey
James Eugene Gainey, 93, of Buffalo died Thursday, Nov. 12, 2009, at Amie Holt Care Center in Buffalo. Visitation is until 5:30 p.m. today at Adams Funeral Home Chapel. Vigil service and rosary are 7 p.m. today at the funeral home. Mass of Christian Burial is 10 a.m. Tuesday at St. John the Baptist Catholic Church in Buffalo with the Rev. Pete Johnson as celebrant. Memorials may benefit Amie Holt Care Center in Buffalo, c/o Adams Funeral Home, 351 N. Adams Ave., Buffalo WY 82834.
David J. Ascoli
David J. Ascoli, 39, died Friday, Nov. 13, 2009, at his Sheridan home. Memorial service is 4:30 p.m. Wednesday at the Rock Church, 100 W. Works St., with Pastor Mike Garneau officiating. Arrangements are with Champion Ferries Funeral Home. Born Dec. 19, 1969, in Huntington, N.Y., to Ralph and Kathryn (Spretnak) Ascoli, he grew up and attended schools in Huntington Station, N.Y., and Cumberland, R.I., and graduated from Bishop Feehan High School in 1988. He was a 2001 graduate of Ohio University. He worked in the banking industry before moving in 2004 to Sheridan, where he was employed as information technology administrator for Western Land Services. He married
Amy Lynn Smith in Las Vegas on April 2, 2005. Mr. Ascoli was a member of Sigma Nu Fraternity at Ohio University and enjoyed e-commerce, designing Web sites, football, music, attending concerts with his wife, and spending time with his family. He was preceded in death by his grandparents. Survivors include his wife; his parents of Edgewood, Ky.; one sister, Kristen Ascoli Schmidlin of Union, Ky.; and numerous aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces, and nephews. Memorials may benefit Sheridan Dog and Cat Shelter, 84 East Ridge Road, Sheridan, WY 82801.
