Obituaries
Marjorie Jean Tarno
Dec 29, 2025
Marjorie Jean Tarno age 81, of Gillette passed away on Monday, December 29, 2025 at her home surrounded by family. Funeral service for Marjorie will be at 11 a.m. on Saturday, January 3, 2026 at United Methodist Church with Cory Young officiating. Burial will be at a later date at Mt. Pisgah Cemetery. A full obituary will be added at...
Laura Lee Bedford
Dec 28, 2025
Laura Lee Bedford, 87, of Gillette, Wyoming passed away on December 28, 2025 surrounded by loved ones. Services are being entrusted with Gillette Memorial Chapel.
Linda Marie Lang
Dec 28, 2025
Linda M. Lang age 70, formerly of Pine Haven, WY passed away Sunday, December 28, 2025 in Texas. Arrangements are entrusted in the care of Gillette Memorial Chapel. Full obituary and service information to follow.
Faith Marie Brewer
Dec 27, 2025
Faith Marie Brewer, 82, of Gillette, Wyoming, passed away on December 27, 2025, in Gillette, WY. She was born June 29, 1943, in Buffalo, New York, to Delbert Masseler Hendrickson and EveLynn Ruth Miller Hendrickson.
She is survived by her sister, Geri (George) Bresnick; her daughters, Susan Leiker, Sandy Sherrodd, Carmen (Frank) Heer, and Crystal Nichols; six grandchildren, Johnny, Misty, Ashley,...
Einar Matheson
Dec 24, 2025
Funeral service for Einar Matheson will be held 10:00 a.m., Friday, January 2, 2026 at Central Baptist Church; interment with military honors to follow at Mount Pisgah Cemetery. Visitation will take place Thursday, January 1, 2025 at Gillette Memorial Chapel from 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.. Einar Matheson, 78, was born on June 10, 1947, in Gillette Wyoming where he...
Shannon Faye Van Litsenborgh
Dec 24, 2025
Shannon Faye Van Litsenborgh, 47, of Gillette, Wyoming passed away on December 24, 2025. A luncheon style service will take place Saturday, January 3, 2026 at Walker Funeral Home, 410 Medical Arts Court, Gillette, Wyoming 82716.
Luke Anthoney VanBerkom
Dec 23, 2025
Luke Anthony VanBerkom age 42, passed away on Tuesday ,December 23, 2025 at Monument Health in Rapid City, SD. We humbly ask for your support at this difficult time. Contributions will go directly towards covering final arrangements. No amount is to small, and your kindness-whether through giving or simply keeping our family in your thoughts and prayers. Please use the...
Gerald "Jerry" Richard Mankin
Dec 23, 2025
Gerald Richard “Jerry” Mankin, born on October 16, 1950, left this world on December 23, 2025. A life marked by the radiant spirit of gentle kindness and an unwavering passion for the simple joys of existence, Jerry was a cherished son, brother, and friend to many.
Jerry was the beloved child of James Richard “Dick” and Ruth (Ridenour) Mankin, whose nurturing...
Carleen Rae Eliason
Dec 22, 2025
Carleen Rae (Exe) Eliason, age 83, was welcomed home into the arms of her Savior, Jesus Christ, on the evening of December 22, 2025, at The Legacy in Gillette, WY.
Carleen was the daughter of Arthur and Lillian (Boehrs) Exe. Carleen was born on October 25, 1942, in Venice, CA, as her parents had moved to the west coast to support...
Robert Daniel Holthues
Dec 20, 2025
It is with heavy hearts that we share the passing of Robert Holthues. In the midst of our grief, we are doing our best to honor his final wishes and give him the farewell he deserves.
We humbly ask for any support you may be able to offer during this difficult time. Contributions will go directly toward covering final arrangements and...
Ronda Lee Gaffield
Dec 18, 2025
Ronda Lee Gaffield, born on October 19, 1954, in Sidney, Montana, passed away peacefully at her residence on December 18, 2025, surrounded by her loving family after a long and courageous battle with cancer. Throughout her life, Ronda was known for her friendly personality, creativity, and deep love for her family.
She embarked on a career that spanned various towns in...
David Alan Carpenter
Dec 17, 2025
David Alan Carpenter age 67, of Gillette passed away on Wednesday, December 17, 2025 at Campbell County Health. Funeral arrangements are pending with Gillette Memorial and Walker Crematory.
Michael Everett Norris II
Dec 16, 2025
Michael Everett Norris II passed away on December 16, 2025, surrounded by love, after bravely fighting cancer and complications from chemotherapy. Michael faced his battle with unwavering faith, courage, and grace, fighting until his very last breath. A funeral service will be at New Life Church on Saturday, December 27, 2025, at 11:00 am, with a potluck luncheon to follow...
John Earl Melgaard Sr.
Dec 12, 2025
It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of John Earl Melgaard Sr., a devoted husband, father, grandfather, brother, and friend. Born on August 5, 1956, in Crosby, North Dakota to Alvin Einer and Doris Elaine (Alden) Melgaard. John lived a life marked by hard work, dedication, and an unwavering love for his family. He passed away surrounded...
Martha Ann Vanous
Dec 10, 2025
Martha Ann Vanous was born June 28, 1948, in St Louis Missouri. Martha passed away Wednesday December 10, 2025, peacefully at Gillette Hospital in Gillette Wyoming. Martha survives by her 3 children, 1 sister and 2 brothers. Her family will gather together for a celebration of life next summer in Gillette.
Terry McGuire
Dec 10, 2025
Terry McGuire, age 64, passed away December 10th, 2025. Her last days earthside were spent surrounded by her family sharing old stories, family jokes, and reminiscing. She was born on January 18, 1961 in Michigan to Glen and Margaret (Boak) Pickering, and as one of 14 children, she grew up with no shortage of love and community. In 1981, she...
Donald Fredrick Pedlar
Dec 10, 2025
Donald Fredrick "Don" Pedlar, age 89, of Lander, Wyoming, passed away on December 10, 2025. He was born on July 17, 1936, in Butte, Montana, and carried the spirit of his Montana roots throughout his life.
Early in life he was part of the Navy Reserve for eight years and was elected honor man of his company. He was also a...
Gary Dean Miller
Dec 9, 2025
Gary Dean Miller passed away peacefully on December 9, 2025, at Legacy Living and Rehabilitation Center in Gillette, WY. Gary was born on September 29, 1941, to Frank and Mary (Leavitt) Miller in Cheyenne, WY.
Gary grew up and attended school in Dayton, WY. From an early age, he developed a passion for horses and spent every moment he could horseback...
Jennifer "Jay" Patricia Heimann
Dec 8, 2025
Jennifer “Jay” Heimann, 76, of Gillette, Wyoming, passed away on December 8, 2025, at The Legacy Living and Rehabilitation Center. Jay was born Jennifer Patricia Daniel on February 8, 1949 in Mahnomen, Minnesota, to Bernard H. and Frances G. (O’Rourke) Daniel. She grew up on the family's dairy farm outside Mahnomen and graduated from Mount Saint Benedicts in Crookston, Minnesota....
Jerry Curtis Dexter
Dec 7, 2025
Jerry Curtis Dexter, born on November 18, 1960, in Buffalo, Wyoming, passed away peacefully on December 7, 2025, at Monument Health Rapid City in South Dakota, after suffering a stroke. He was a beloved figure in his community and leaves behind cherished memories and lasting impressions.
Jerry dedicated much of his life to the automotive field, proudly owning a salvage yard...
