Obituaries
Roy Gene Gillman
Jun 1, 2026
Memorial service for Roy Gillman will be held at 10:30 a.m., Saturday, June 6, 2026 at First United Methodist Church with Pastor Cory Young officiating; a gathering of family and friends will be held one hour prior to services at the church. Fantasy Football, Armchair Quarterback Roy Gillman, of Gillette, Wyoming passed into the arms of Jesus on Monday, June...
Mary Kathleen Smedley
Jun 1, 2026
Mass of Christian Burial for Mary Smedley will be held at 11:00 a.m., Monday, June 8, 2026 at St. Matthew's Catholic Church with Father Steven Titus officiating. Mary Kathleen Canton, Schaper, Smedley journeyed her way to heaven with a joyous anticipation on June 1, 2026. Mary came into this world on September 14, 1939 in Lackawanna, N.Y. to her proud...
U.S. Flag Retirement Ceremony
Jun 1, 2026
Retiring a U.S. flag is the final act of respect for the symbol of the nation. This flag retirement ceremony will be conducted with flags that have become worn, torn, faded, or badly soiled. We will ensure the flags are retired with dignity and respect, reflecting its role as a symbol of the nation, liberty, and the sacrifices of those...
John Edward Hau Jr.
May 31, 2026
John Hau Jr., age 65, of Gillette, Wyoming passed away on May 31, 2026 at his home. No services are planned at this time.
Carol Louise Iwan
May 22, 2026
Carol Louise Iwan, 83, passed away on May 22, 2026, surrounded by the love of her family. Carol was born on April 3, 1943, in Murdo, SD, to Gilbert and Jessie Rodgers.
Carol grew up in the Belvidere, SD area, where she attended and graduated from Belvidere High School in 1961. During her school years, she was honored as Homecoming Queen...
Lucille Clarke Dumbrill
May 19, 2026
Funeral service for Lucille Dumbrill will be at 11:00 a.m. on Thursday, May 28, 2026 at the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in Newcastle, WY, with Ty Checketts officiating. Visitation is one hour prior to service at the church. Burial will take place at 11:00 a.m. on Friday, May 29, 2026 next to her husband in the Gillette-Mt....
Dorothy Mae Schultz (Furrey)
May 19, 2026
Dorothy Mae Schultz (Furrey), born June 8, 1932, in Rosebud, South Dakota, passed away on May 19, 2026, at Primrose Retirement Home. Throughout her life, Dorothy was a cherished educator, devoted mother, and an active member of her community, leaving behind a legacy marked by kindness, creativity, and dedication to family.
Dorothy pursued education, graduating from Black Hills Teachers College. This...
Thomas Dylan Edward Prather
May 15, 2026
Thomas Dylan Edward Prather, 33, passed away at his home in Gillette, Wyoming on May 15, 2026. Thomas was a man who lived life entirely on his own terms-- a fierce protector, a dedicated public servant, a talented athlete, and above all, a deeply loving father.
Born on June 10, 1992, to Jonette "Jonnie" Madsen Mertink and William R. Prather, Thomas...
Carlos Lawreston McFarlane
May 15, 2026
It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Carlos “Prince” McFarlane, who departed this life on May 15, 2026, at the age of 25. Carlos was a beloved son, brother, grandson, nephew, cousin and friend whose presence brought love and meaning to those around him. He will be remembered for his spirit, the memories he created with...
Michelle "Shelly" Joy Alaniz
May 14, 2026
Shelly was born Michelle Joy Fisk to Tom and Carol (Huntley) Fisk on November 2, 1961 in Lansing, Michigan. Tom and Carol had four children; Kim, Michelle, Sandy and Mary. They divorced and Carol remarried; this union gave Shelly two more brothers- David and Jerry Bretz. As a siding installer, Shelly’s step-father’s job moved the blended family often between Michigan,...
Christopher Paul Patton
May 13, 2026
Funeral service for Christopher Patton will be at 11:00 a.m. on Thursday, June 4, 2026 at Gillette Memorial Chapel. Burial will be on Friday, June 5, 2026 at 1:00p.m in the Evergreen Cemetery in Hot Springs, SD. Christopher Paul Patton, 57, of Gillette passed away on May 13, 2026 at his home.
We humbly ask for your support at this difficult...
Bobby "Bob" Lynn Tarver
May 13, 2026
Funeral service for Bob Tarver will be held at 11:00 a.m., Wednesday, May 27, 2026, at Family Life Church with Chaplain Gordon Harper officiating; interment to follow at Mt. Pisgah Cemetery with Military Honors provided by American Legion Post # 42 Honor Guard. Visitation will take place from 4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m., Tuesday, May 26, 2026, at Gillette Memorial...
Garry Lee Swingholm
May 10, 2026
Garry Lee Swingholm, 78, of Gillette, Wyoming passed away on May 10, 2026 at the Campbell County Memorial Hospital. Arrangements are pending with Walker Funeral Home.
Roland Kenneth Scott
May 8, 2026
Roland Kenneth Scott, beloved husband, father and grandfather, passed away May 8, 2026, at the age of 91 years at the Legacy Living and Rehabilitation Center in Gillette, Wyoming.
Roland was born in Sweetwater, Texas on August 27, 1934 to John and Myrtle Scott. His childhood was spent in Texas where he grew up with four brothers and two sisters.
After graduating...
Joseph (Tony) Anthony Mullins
May 7, 2026
A Celebration of Life will be held at 1:00 p.m., June 4, 2026, at the Wright Community Center 201 Wright Blvd., Wright, WY.
Tony Ballard Mullins, age 72 of Wright, WY, passed away peacefully on May 7, 2026, surrounded by his family. Tony was born on August 4, 1953, in Gillette, WY to Johnny and Pauline Ballard. When Pauline got remarried...
Harold Fredrick McKinney
May 6, 2026
Harold F. (aka Rick/Mac) McKinney Jr. was born September 4, 1946 in Bozeman, Montana to Allowayne (Rymer) and Harold F McKinney Sr.. He left this world May 6, 2026, at the age of 79, with his daughter and son-in-law by his side.
Harold's family moved to Gillette, WY in 1957. Harold graduated from Campbell County High School in 1966. Harold enlisted...
Victor Alan Vedsted
May 3, 2026
A celebration of life for Victor Alan Vedsted, age 70 of Gillette, Wyoming, will be held on Friday, May 15, 2026 at 11:00 am at New Life Wesleyan Church, 1000 Comanche Ave. with a luncheon to follow. Vic passed away due to natural causes on May 3, 2026 in Gillette, Wyoming. Vic was born in Sterling, Colorado to Jack and...
Eileen M. Suchor
May 3, 2026
Mass of Christian Burial for Eileen Suchor will take place at 11:00 a.m., Monday, May 11, 2026 at St. Matthew’s Catholic Church with Father Steven Titus officiating; interment to follow at Mt. Pisgah Cemetery. Visitation will be held from 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m., Sunday, May 10, 2026 at Gillette Memorial Chapel with vigil to begin at 6:00 p.m..
Eileen Marie...
Nathan Bart Kissack
May 2, 2026
A Memorial Service celebrating Nate’s life will be held Saturday, May 9, 2026, at 2:00 PM at New Life Church, 1000 Comanche Ave, Gillette, with Levi and Jake Kissack officiating. Nathan Bart Kissack, 38, of Gillette, WY accepted Jesus as his Lord and Savior April 29, and days later found eternal peace on Saturday, May 2, 2026, after an eight-year...
Lyle Clyde Baxter
May 1, 2026
Lyle “Tuffy” Clyde Baxter was born in Richfield, Utah to Frances Arline McGurn and Clyde Elmer Baxter on May 13, 1956. He passed away peacefully at the age of 69, surrounded by loved ones on Friday, May 1, 2026; in Sundance, Wyoming.
Lyle grew up in California and graduated from Beaumont High School in 1976. He worked various jobs over the...
