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Amber Dawn Neises
October 7, 1976 – September 22, 2010
Amber Dawn Neises, 33, of Arvada, Colorado, passed away on September 22, 2010. Amber was born October 7, 1976 in Sheridan, Wyoming to Dan and Nanita (Waddell) Neises. Amber has four children: Davis Troy Randal, 15; Sylvia Darlene Cuellar, 8; Jeremiah Mathias Cuellar, 5; and Nicolas Andrew Neises, 16 months. Amber was attending College America in Denver.Amber was preceded in death by her brother, Troy Allen Neises and her grandfathers, Harry Waddell and Andrew Neises, as well as other beloved family members. In addition to her children, Amber is survived by her sister, Amy Neises of Loveland, Colorado; her father and stepmother, Dan and Lea Neises of Lafayette, Colorado; her mother and stepfather, Mark and Nanita (Waddell) Pittington of Walden, Colorado, her grandmothers, Darlene Waddell of Sheridan, Wyoming and Alice Neises of Holly, Colorado, many stepsisters and stepbrothers, nieces and nephews, aunts, uncles and cousins.A celebration of Amber’s life will be held on her 34th birthday, October 7, 2010 at 2:00 p.m. at Erlinger’s Avalon Funeral Home, 1320 Centaur Village Drive, Lafayette, Colorado, 303.665.2979. Amber’s remains will be laid to rest with her brother, Troy Allen, in Sheridan, Wyoming.In lieu of flowers, donations may be sent for the children’s trust fund in care of Nanita Pittington, P.O. Box 943, Walden, CO 80480.
Alma Marie Morse
September 27, 1930 – September 25, 2010
Mass of Christian Burial for Alma Morse will be held at 11:00 a.m., Friday, October 1, 2010 at St. Mathew's Catholic Church. Visitation will be held from 5:00-6:00 p.m. with a prayer/vigil service from 6:00-7:00 p.m., Thursday, September 30, 2010 at Gillette Memorial Chapel. Alma Marie Morse passed away Saturday, September 25, 2010 at the Sheridan Manor with her family and friends at her side. Marie was born September 27, 1930 to Uretta and Drew Jackson in Basin, Montana. Marie attended grammar schools in Bozeman, Montana, Sheridan, Wyoming and Hooker, Oklahoma. She graduated from Sheridan High School in 1948. She then attended and received a degree in business from Humans Commercial College in Sheridan, Wyoming. Marie married
Harry O. Morse on June 7, 1952 in Sheridan, Wyoming. They made their home in Midwest, Wyoming. During that time they raised their children, the 4 D’s. Marie was involved in 4-H, Scouts, the rodeo club, Little League Women’s softball and was an avid bowler. Marie spent the winters with her family snowmobiling in the Big Horns and summers at Black Rock Ranger Station in Jackson Hole, Wyoming. While in Midwest, she was employed with Stanolind Oil and Gas, Naval Petroleum Resources, Amoco Oil Production, Longnecker Repair and Ray’s Oilfield Service. In 1975, Harry and Marie relocated to Gillette, Wyoming. Marie worked for Dunbar Well Service for 10 years. She retired while working for Key Energy. Marie continued her love of bowling, enjoyed photography, writing poetry, volunteering for Hospice, caring for her horses and spending time with her grandchildren. She had a lifelong dream come true with a pack trip into the wilderness of the Tetons with her son, David and her brother, Bill. Inspired by this trip, Marie wrote an article titled “Granny’s Pack Trip” and was honored with its publishing in the magazine, Wyoming Wildlife. Marie held the highest regard for all Wyoming wildlife. She helped found and was an avid supporter of her daughter’s non-profit raptor rehabilitation center, N.E.W. Bird Rescue and Rehab. She also enjoyed trips with her sister to Alaska and the Caribbean. Marie is survived by her four children: Denise Nannemann (Lyle), Diane Morse (Doug Lambert) all of Gillette, Wyoming, Danny Morse (Ronda), of Midwest, Wyoming and David Morse (Sue) of Kaycee, Wyoming; her brother, Drew Jackson (Karen) of Laurel, Montana; sister, Paula Corley (Jon) of Gardnerville, Nevada. Marie was also blessed with seven grandchildren and six great-grand children. She was preceded in death by her husband, Harry O. Morse. Memorials are suggested to benefit N.E.W. Bird Rescue and Rehab in Marie's name. Memorials and condolences may be sent in care of Gillette Memorial Chapel, 210 W. 5th Street, Gillette, Wyoming 82716 or condolences via the internet at www.gillettememorialchapel.com.
Christopher O. Husman
December 30, 1972 – June 20, 2009
Christopher Husman, 37 year old resident of Buffalo passed away in Sheridan, Wyoming on June 20th, 2009. Private memorial services and interment will be held for Chris’s family and friends. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in care of the Adams Funeral Home at 351 N. Adams in Buffalo, Wy. 82834. The funds will be used to support the development of biodiesel technology, in recognition of Chris’s life-long passion in this area. Christopher Olen Husman was born in Cedar Rapids, Iowa on December 30, 1972, to Daryle and Earleen Husman. He spent his youth living primarily in Iowa, and attended school in the Cedar Rapids Community School District, first at Arthur Elementary School, then Franklin Junior High, and finally Washington and Metro Secondary Schools. Upon leaving school, Chris embarked on a career in the contracting and construction industry, specializing in roofing, rough carpentry, tree service and landscaping. Recently before his death, he had received a commercial drivers’ license, and planned to become a long-haul truck driver. In addition to the pleasure he took in his work, Chris also showed great compassion for humanity, and was an ardent believer in personal responsibility and change through personal action. He took an active role in the Iowa caucuses, and was particularly interested in changing the economic and environmental living conditions of people around the world through alternative fuels, such as biodiesel, and alternative sources of food productions, such as harvesting wild sea vegetables. Chris gave his family great joy during his life. He is survived by his mother Earleen Ingalls Husman of Buffalo, his two sisters, Jenefer and Sarah, both of Fountain Hills, Arizona, and by many loving aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces and nephews. His father was the late Daryle Husman.
David Allen Clapham
January 8, 1954 – September 24, 2010
David Allen Clapham, 56, of Dayton passed away after a long battle with COPD and Lung Cancer on Friday, September 24, 2010 at the Veterans Soldiers and Sailors Home in Buffalo. David was born on January 8, 1954 in Hot Springs, SD to Robert and Evelyn (Gunderson) Clapham. The Family lived in Lance Creek, WY. They then moved to Arvada, WY and later to Ranchester, where David attended Kindergarten through 5th grade. David graduated from Arvada/Clearmont High where he took part in Cross Country, Football, Basketball, and Track. He also participated in school plays and was editor of the yearbook. David went to Chadron State College for two years, and then enlisted in the Army as an Image interpreter. After three years, he went back to school at Eastern Montana where he got his business education degree. He went back in the Army where he stayed until his retirement. He served on various posts in the U.S., Germany, and Korea. He was a Desert Storm veteran. In 1985 he was married
to Hae Sun Kim in Korea. They were later divorced. David retired to Dayton in 1996 where he enjoyed studying military history, word and number puzzles, fishing and spoiling nieces and nephews. David was preceded in death by his father, Robert. He is survived by his mother Evelyn (Silverton, ID), his twin brother, Darrel (Linda) of MN, his sister Carleen (Scott) Peterson of ID, his nieces Lauren and Chloe Peterson, and nephews Jacob Clapham and Gavin Peterson. Visitation for David will be on Tuesday, September 28, 2010 at 6 pm at Kane Funeral Home, followed by Christian Wake at 7 pm. Funeral Services will be held at St. Edmond’s Catholic Church in Ranchester at 10 am, Wednesday, September 29, 2010 with Father Bruce Clapham officiating. interment will be held at the Dayton cemetery. All friends and family are welcome. Donations to honor David can be made to the San Benito Monastery, PO Box 510, Dayton, WY, 82836 or the Hospice Susan B. Lawrence, 497 W. Lott Street, Buffalo, WY, 82834. Kane Funeral Home has been entrusted with the arrangements.
Mary Joan “Jo” Jordan
November 30, 1938 – September 26, 2010
Mary Joan "Jo" Jordan, 71, of Sheridan passed away on Sunday, September, 26, 2010 at Memorial Hospital of Sheridan. Jo was born on November 30, 1938 in Dubuque, IA to Mary (Driscoll) and Louie Wienberger. She worked most of her life as a Bookkeeper. She loved computer games, emailing friends and family, and talking to her best friend Sandy on the phone. She loved collecting family pictures and playing with her grandchildren, she kept watch over her neighborhood. Before she became ill she loved taking care of her yard and garden. She loved watching the deer and had a very special dog named Coyote for many years. She was an avid bowler in her younger days with her team usually in last place. Jo adored her children and grand daughters. Jo was preceded in death by her parents. She is survived by her children; Dawn Helling (Bud) of Sheridan, Julie Jordan (Stephen Peak) of Gillette and Robert Jordan (Kathy Decker) of Wausau, WI. And her grand daughters; Tiffany Helling (David Corns), Stefanie Helling (Dustin Sadler) and Halle Osmon. Donations may be made to the Dog and Cat Shelter of Sheridan, 84 East Ridge Rd., Sheridan, WY 82801. Private graveside services were held on Tuesday, September 28, 2010 at the Sheridan Municipal cemetery.
Kane Funeral Home has been entrusted with the arrangements.
James Abell
September 15, 1978 – September 18, 2010
A tragic car accident claimed the life of James Abell, 32, on Saturday, September 18, 2010, in Fayetteville, North Carolina. He was born on September 15, 1978, in Sheridan, Wyoming. He attended Sagebrush Elementary, Sheridan Central Middle School, Sheridan Junior High School, and Sheridan High School. In his youth, he enjoyed skateboarding, boxing, and music. An avid musician, he played bass guitar in a number of bands from the time he was thirteen years old, in Sheridan and in Colorado. He was adored by his friends for his loyalty, sense of humor, and love of music. James enlisted in the Army in March, 2005, as a cannoneer. He received his basic and advanced individual training at Fort Sill, Oklahoma. He was assigned to the 82nd Airborne Division, Charlie Battery, 1st Battalion, 321st Field Artillery Regiment (Airborne), Fort Bragg, North Carolina, from July, 2005 to June, 2010. During that time, he was deployed to both Iraq and Afghanistan. In June, 2010, he was reassigned to Headquarters and Headquarters Battery, 1st Battalion, 321st Airborne Field Artillery Regiment, where he served as the battalion retention non-commissioned officer. His military awards and decorations include: the Army Commendation Medal with Valor, the Army Commendation Medal with three oak leaf clusters, the Army Achievement Medal, the Army Good Conduct Medal, the National Defense Service Medal, the Afghanistan Campaign Medal with campaign star, the Iraq Campaign Medal with campaign star, the Army Service Ribbon, the Overseas Service Ribbon with number two device, NATO Defense Medal, the Basic Parachutist Badge, the Combat Action Badge, and the Driver Badge. James was preceded in death by his maternal grandmother, Hazel Aegerter, and his paternal grandparents, John A. Abell and Thelma B. Abell. He is survived by his parents, Mike and Sonja Abell, his sister Sasha Johnston, brother-in-law Chris Johnston, and nephews Eli and Caleb, and niece, Alexia. He leaves behind a number of aunts, uncles, cousins, and beloved friends who will also miss him dearly. Funeral Liturgy will be 10:00am on Saturday (Sep. 25th) from Holy Name Catholic Church. Interment will be in Sheridan Municipal cemetery. Military honors are by the Wyoming National Guard. Memorials may benefit St. Jude’s Children’s Research Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN 38105.
Rita Wilson
August 26, 1920 – September 23, 2010
Rita Wilson of Sheridan Manor, Sheridan WY joined her savior Thursday, September 23, 2010. She was born Aug 26, 1920 in Caputa, SD to Frances Etta Warn and George John Ringlbauer. She attended Rapid City High School. In 1939 she married
Marion Wilson and became a Mother, Partner in his farming endeavors, and the essence of his life. They lived on various farms around Miller, SD for 17 years then moved to Rapid City. Rita moved to Sheridan WY where she lived until her death. She raised chickens to provide the grocery money and bum lambs to buy her first washing machine. She provided a safe and loving home for her children, friends, and family. There was always good food, fun, and a card game if you wanted to lose to the best. She was an avid gardener, professional seamstress and travel agent. She did the hard jobs no matter how difficult or unpleasant the circumstances. She is survived by four children; Nancy Dykeman (Richard) and George Leo Wilson of Phoenix AZ; Richard Wilson (Sue) of Rochester, MN; Frances Morris, (Moe-Guy) of Sheridan, WY; 9 Grandchildren, 11 Great Grandchildren, 3 Great Great grandchildren; three sisters, Bernice Galbraith (Donald Sam) of SD, Fern Wells of AZ, Fay Zuber (Don) of SD, She is predeceased in death by her parents, brother Rod Ringlbauer, sisters Etta Mae Snyder and Virginia Sowers. Behrens Funeral Home in Rapid City will handle arrangements. A mass will be held followed by a gravesite blessing. She will be laid to rest at Mountain View cemetery beside her husband of 49 years. Date and time to be determined. Memorials can be sent to the Benedictine Monastery at PO Box 510, Dayton, WY 82836.
Henry S. Love
December 5, 1931 – September 17, 2010
Henry S. Love, 78, of Sheridan passed away on Friday, September 17, 2010 at the VA Medical Center. Henry was born in Longbranch, New Jersey, on December 5, 1931, to Lt. Col. (RET) Henry Louis and Josephine (Stimson) Love.“Hap” /Henry Love thought being a cowboy was a swell life and loved a good horse, a good dog, a fine long trot, his God, family and country. Cowboy humor included the wrecks. He worked with fine folks on these ranches- Padlock: Kenny Kane: Howard and Audrey Brokaw, and Condicts TY, with Ab Irene's families. Hap and Sue Love have a high regard for the Sheridan, WY., Albuquerque, NM, and Sturgis, SD VA's and their fine health care. Hap was a Mason supporting the Crippled Children and Burn Programs. Hap was preceded in death by his sister, JoAnne L. Sharp. He is survived by his wife, Susan J., and his son, Dan T. Love, nieces, Lisa a Sayer, of Sheridan, WY., Kim (Patterson) Mill of Cheyenne, WY., Donnica (Patterson) Jones of San Diego, CA, and nephew, Rick Patterson III of Firestone, CO. Services will be held Saturday, September 25th, 11 a.m., at Church of Nazarine, 859 Bellevue off of 5th St., conducted by the Army National Guard. A chili lunch will immediately follow at First Methodist Church, 215 W. Works. Kane Funeral Home has been entrusted with the arrangements.
Dorothy Gene Costel
August 22, 1920 – September 13, 2010
Dorothy Gene Costel, a resident of The Bridge in Longmont, CO and former resident of Story, Laramie, and Sheridan, WY passed away peacefully on September 13, 2010 with family at her bedside . Dorothy was preceded in death by her husband, Gerald LeRoy Costel on January 9. 1994. Dorothy was born August 22, 1920 in Toledo, Ohio to Vera M (Johnston) and Edwin Goodrich Her parents divorced when she was young and her mother remarried
George Lutz who adopted her. They moved to Samaria, MI where she lived until she was 9 when they relocated to Story, WY. Dorothy graduated in 1938 from Rock River High School as her Mom was teaching in the area at that time. Dorothy was united in marriage to Gerald LeRoy Costel on July 17, 1945 at the First Christian Church in Sheridan, WY. They met on the Jeffers family ranch near Sheridan, WY They spent their first few years in Bremerton, WA while Jerry was in the Army Air force. They returned to Buffalo, WY where they ran a motel for a few years until their two children, Carol Dee and Jeri Ann were born. They moved to Sheridan, WY in 1953 where Jerry worked at the UW Experimental Station. They moved to Laramie, WY in 1957 for Jerry to complete his education in Ag and Mechanical engineering. While in Laramie, they had a son, Ronald LeRoy. They returned to Sheridan in 1971 where Jerry was the superintendent for the UW Experimental Farm. Dorothy taught school for a couple of years and then changed to secretarial work for most of her career. She began her career at the Schunk Clinic here in Sheridan, then the UW School of Education with Bernadette Schunk. She also worked for Linden School as a teacher’s aide and the Planning Dept at the Sheridan County Courthouse until her retirement. In 1968, they moved to Somalia, Africa with the USAID program and the University of WY to teach farming to the Africans. They were there for 6 months before a military coup sent all the Americans home. They returned to Baidoa, Africa in 1983 for a 2 year tour with USAID and the University of Wyoming where they farmed and raised crops to teach the Somali’s about farming and grain storage. While in Africa, Dorothy taught English to the natives. They moved into Sheridan at their present location, from the experimental farm, in 1985. We three children thank our parents, and especially our mother, Dorothy, at this time for all the time, efforts, and learning experiences she afforded us. Her life has been long and strong, for which we are grateful. Dorothy was primarily a homemaker until Ron was six, then she worked at the University of WY while in Laramie, at Linden School as a teacher’s aide in Sheridan, and at the Sheridan Courthouse. She was active in the First Presbyterian Churches in Laramie and Sheridan. She was a member of the Presbyterian Women Circle Two, an active member of Chapter AB PEO and the Elks, as Jerry was a lifetime member. She always had these huge vegetable gardens and beautiful flowers. As a family, we enjoy travelling, camping, Sunday drives, and spending 3 weeks in Hawaii with our friends, Donna & Glenn Hood. Dorothy also enjoyed time spent at our cabin on Red Grade, sharing time with longtime family friends Betty and Bill Harrison, Mary Beth Rose, Beth Brewer, and Bob and Kathy Alley. She also enjoyed snowmobiling on Red Grade and Yellowstone National Park with her husband, Jerry, along with Bernie and Jean Kolp of Laramie. Our many friends in Laramie include Jeanne & Harold Alley, Barnie & Virginia Barnes, Mary Lou & Alvin Gale, Donna & Glen Hood, Jean & Bernie Kolp, Quita & Herb Pownall, Ole & Dixon Smith and Fay & Ed Symons. We have know these families for more than 50 years. Dorothy will always be in our hearts. In moving to Longmont in November 2009, she lived at The Bridge, an assisted living facility. While there, she enjoyed the company of her new best friend, Wilma Shaw. Dorothy was preceded in death by her husband, Gerald L Costel, her Mom, Vera Lutz, and her Aunt Eula Lewalk, half-brother-in-law William Costel, and brother & sister-in-Law Eddie (Delma) Costel, Mamie & Roy Costel, in-laws, Lila (Ray) Laymon, Rosena Gilroy, Aunts; Charlie & Ned Trembath, uncles. Survivors include her children Carol (Bob Crouch), Jeri, and Ron (Hannah). Also survived are her seven grandchildren: Tanya Boschee & Chenae (Dan) Sidders, Nolan and Kristy Buckley, Taylor, Jordan & Paul Costel, 2 great-grandchildren, Aiden and Emma Sidders, Son-in-Law, Bob Crouch and daughter, Christine (Jeff) Gossmann, Sister-in-Law Phyllis A. Stevie and son Tom (Leslie Martin) and daughter Piper, half-sister Jeanne Costel and her children Esther & Paul Costel; Phyllis Robinson, cousin & her sons Don (Sue) Robinson and Dick Robinson; Fred (Shirley) Trembath, Imogene Trembath, cousins; Nels Costel, nephew; Memorial services will be held at 10 am on Saturday, September 25, 2010 at the First Presbyterian Church, 2121 Colony Drive, Sheridan, WY, with interment at the Sheridan Municipal cemetery. Cremation has taken place at Ahlberg Funeral Chapel and Crematory in Longmont, CO. Memorial contributions may be made to the Daybreak Program at the Sheridan Senior Center, 211 Smith Street, Sheridan, WY 82801.
Courtney Devon Luplow
July 30, 1977 – September 16, 2010
Courtney Devon Luplow, 33, of Sheridan, WY, died Thursday, September 16, 2010 at his residence of natural causes. Mr. Luplow was born in Sheridan, WY July 30, 1977 to Kenneth “Kurt” and Jean (Spratley) Luplow. Courtney grew up and attended schools in the Sheridan area including Woodland Park Grade School, and then Sheridan High School, graduating in 1995. After high school, Courtney worked with his father building log homes (Banner Log Homes) until his health no longer allowed him to work. Courtney attended numerous churches in Sheridan. He enjoyed talking on the phone with his friends, hiking in Tongue river Canyon, and fishing with his Dad. He had made several visits to England to see family and enjoyed reminiscing about those trips. He was preceded in death by his father, Kurt; his paternal grandparents; and his maternal grandfather. Courtney is survived by his mother, Jean Spratley, of Windsor, Berkshire County, England; his step-mother, Terri Luplow, of Banner, WY; two half-brothers, Drew and Craig Luplow, both of Banner, WY; and one half-sister, Alicia Spratley, of Windsor, Berkshire County, England. Many people in the community assisted Courtney during the last few years of his life. They know who they are, and the family thanks them. Memorial service for Courtney will be 2:00 P.M. Friday, September 24, 2010 at the First Christian Church, 102 S. Connor St., with the Rev. Douglas Goodwin officiating. A reception for family and friends will be held immediately after the service in the fellowship hall of the church. Arrangements are with Champion Ferries Funeral Home. Memorials in memory of Courtney may be made to the Diabetes Strip Assistance Program, 1401 W. Fifth St., Sheridan, WY 82801, Sheridan Salvation Army, P. O. Box 2011, Sheridan, WY, 82801, or the People’s Assistance Program, P. O. 312, Sheridan, WY 82801.
Marvin Verdell Johnson
November 21, 1943 – September 16, 2010
Marvin Verdell Johnson, "Starvin Marvin" 66 years old, died on September 16, 2010 in a single motor vehicle accident near Buffalo, Wyoming. Mr. Johnson was born November 21, 1943 in Racine, Minnesota to Ingvald and Pearl Johnson. He attended Wykoff Elementary School and Engen Grade School in Rock Dell, Minnesota and Southern School of Agriculture High School in Waseca, Minnesota. After High School, he entered the U.S. Army, and was stationed in Nurnberg, Germany from 1961-1964. Upon returning from the military, Marvin purchased a Vernon Creamery milk route and drove the milk route until 1965. He then signed on with Sizer Trucking as a truck driver until 1968 when he moved to Belmond, Iowa to help his brother open and operate a black top plant. In 1970, he took a job as a mechanic with I-35 Truck Stop in Williams Iowa until 1977. He moved to Sheridan, Wyoming in 1978 and started his current business, “Starvin’ Marvin’s Lawn Care” business. The Sheridan Press proclaimed Marvin as “The Good Samaritan” in December 2008 because he blew out the sidewalk along Coffeen Avenue when the county trucks could not get out and kept the people of Sheridan safe. Marvin was not only known for his exceptional mechanical abilities, but also for his baking skills. If you could name it, he could bake it: cookies, pies, breads, cinnamon rolls, and doughnuts, just to name a few. Marvin was baptized a Lutheran in 1943 at St. John’s Lutheran Church in Stewartville, Minn. and confirmed at East St. Olaf Church in Rock Dell Minnesota in 1958. He was a member of the Eagle's Lodge and “Wayne's World.” Marvin was preceded in death by his mother, Pearl in 2009, his father, Ingvald in 1967, nephews, Frank Simmons and Tony Johnson. He is survived by 4 brothers and 3 sisters: ElDean (Linda) Johnson, Duluth; LaMar (Perri Bartley) Johnson, Zumbro Falls; Larry K. Johnson, Rochester; Paraleen (Ronald) Pew, Rochester; LuAnn (Wayne) Kurpjuweit, Sheridan WY; Royal Johnson, Stewartville; Sandee Johnson, Rochester; 24 nieces and nephews (Jw Kurpjuweit, Colin Chong), Calif.; Shawna (JC) Rankin, Sheridan; Krystle (Andrew) Newman, Sheridan, Bret (Sharon) Krueger, and 28 great-nephews and nieces. Visitation for Marvin will be held from 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm at Kane Funeral Home on Tuesday, September 21, 2010. Services will be held at 2:00 pm on Wednesday, September 22, 2010, at Kane Funeral Home, with Pastor Tony Forman officiating. A reception will immediately follow at the Eagle’s Lodge at 5th and Main Street, Sheridan, Wyoming. interment will be held at East St. Olaf Lutheran Church in Rock Dell, MN at 4:00 pm, on Sunday, September 26, 2010. Memorials to honor Marvin can be made to the East St. Olaf Lutheran Church in Rock Dell, MN. 55920, or a local charity of your choice. Kane Funeral Home has been entrusted with the arrangements.
Regina A. Twohy
April 14, 1944 – September 16, 2010
Regina (Gina) A. Twohy, 66, of Sheridan, WY, died Thursday, September 16, 2010, in the Sheridan Memorial Hospital. Gina was born on April 14, 1944, in Acme, WY to Paul and Ann (Boyjko) Wantulok. She grew up east of Sheridan on Dutch Creek most of her youth and graduated from Sheridan High School. She then found her passion, nursing. Gina worked and accumulated many awards & honors for her exceptional skills in nursing. Her last position was in Sheridan at the V.A. Medical Center until health issues ended her career. Gina enjoyed raising her cows, until her health did not allow her to do so anymore, spending time with family and friends, and loved playing her accordion for people. Gina was preceded in death by her parents, and a sister, JoAnn Wantulok. Mrs. Twohy is survived by her companion of 25 plus years, George Legerski; one son, Dan Twohy of Sheridan; one daughter, Sarah (Heath) Rieder of Boulder, MT, and one sister, Nancy Herdt of Wyarno, WY. Memorial service will be 9:00 a.m. on Tuesday, September 21st, at Champion Ferries Funeral Home with Father Jim. Heiser officiating. Memorials may be made to the Shrine Children’s Travel Fund, PO Box K, Sheridan, WY 82801. Arrangements are with Champion Ferries Funeral Home.
Drew G. Mason
March 23, 1959 – September 13, 2010
Funeral services for Drew G. Mason of Casper are at 4 p.m. Friday, Sept. 17, at the Davis Funeral Home of Riverton. Family and friends will officiate. Everyone is invited after the service to a reception at the VFW Hall. Mr. Mason died at the Wyoming Medical Center in Casper on Monday, Sept. 13, 2010 after a short battle with cancer. He was 51. Glenwood Drew Mason was born in Dayton, Ohio, on March 23, 1959, the son of Glenwood Carr Mason and Pauline Rhoda (Scogings) Mason. He was graduated from high school in Walla Walla, Wash. He was graduated from ROTC before entering the U.S. Army in the late 70s. He married
Stacia Coldiron on July 20, 1979, in Thermopolis. Mr. Mason worked in management for auto sales. For over a decade he worked for Fremont Motors in Fremont County and, at the time of his death, was employed as an advertising consultant by Our Town Directories in Casper. His family said Mr. Mason was an avid sports fan, loved golf and pool, playing on several pool leagues, and was an avid fan of the Seattle Seahawks. He coached girls in fast pitch softball for several years in Riverton, including coaching his daughters and the teams on which they played. Survivors include his wife of 31 years, Stacia Mason of Casper, who was at his bedside at the time of his death; daughters Harmony Mason of Loveland, Colorado, and her children Zoe and Mason, and Melody Mason of Casper and her son, Trey; his mother, Pauline Foster of Oregon; sisters, Cheryl Reed of Wisconsin, Sonya Mason and LaVonda Mason, both of Washington state, and Chantel Foster of Oregon; numerous nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his father, Glen Mason of Washington state, and a sister, Christine Boyd of Denver. Services are under the direction of the Davis Funeral Home of Riverton.
