Obituaries

Gary Alan Herdt

Gary Alan Herdt

Jun 23, 2026

Gary Alan Herdt, 57, of Gillette, Wyoming, passed away peacefully at his home on June 23, 2026. Born on June 10, 1968, Gary spent nearly his entire life in the community he loved, leaving only long enough to proudly serve his country in the United States Air Force. A graduate of Campbell County High School, Gary carried the spirit of...

Lillian Ann Wollman

Lillian Ann Wollman

Jun 21, 2026

Lillian Ann Wollman, 92-3/4, of Gillette, Wyoming, passed away peacefully on June 21, 2026. She was born on September 12, 1933, on the family farm near Grandin, North Dakota, the second of six daughters born to Carl and Amanda (Fisher) Peterson.

Lillian grew up on a dairy farm in North Dakota where a lifelong work ethic was established and later married...

Jose Salvador Carrillo

Jose Salvador Carrillo

Jun 21, 2026

In loving memory of Jose "Sal" Carrillo a beloved soul whose presence brought warmth, laughter, and love to all who were fortunate enough to know him. As his family navigates this incredibly difficult time, any support whether through a kind word, a shared memory, or a generous contribution — means more than words can express. Every gift helps ensure that...

James "JD" Means

James "JD" Means

Jun 18, 2026

Memorial service for James “JD” Means will be held at 1:00 p.m., Tuesday, June 23, 2026 at Gillette Memorial Chapel with Donnie Colby officiating. Visitation will take place at Gillette Memorial Chapel from 4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m., Monday, June 22, 2026. James “JD” Means returned his soul to his maker on June 18, 2026. After a battle with cancer,...

Charles (Charlie) Edward Fahlgren

Charles (Charlie) Edward Fahlgren

Jun 15, 2026

Charles "Charlie" Fahlgren, 63, passed away peacefully on June 15, 2026, at his home in Gillette, Wyoming. He was born March 25, 1963, in Big Timber, Montana, to Claude Fahlgren and Virginia (Harper) RathKamp; the son of a ranching family, a heritage that would shape every chapter of his life. Charlie grew up in Lodge Grass, Montana, where he graduated...

Carol May Clarke

Carol May Clarke

Jun 11, 2026

Carol May Clarke, 82, went home to Jesus June 11, 2026 at Shepherd of The Valley in Casper, Wyoming. Carol was born in Casper, Wyoming to Carl David and Beulaha Alice (McIntyre) Dye of the Manderson/Basin area on January 26, 1944.

Carol married Joe Nelson Clarke on May 20, 1961, in Sheridan, Wyoming. They had their first son Donald in June...

Scott Daniel Muller

Scott Daniel Muller

Jun 9, 2026

With profound sadness and deep love, we announce the passing of Scott Daniel Muller, who peacefully passed away at his home on June 9, 2026, surrounded by the comfort of the place he loved most. While our hearts are broken by his loss, we are grateful for the many memories, lessons, laughter, and love he shared throughout his life.

Scott was...

Devona Lou Terry

Devona Lou Terry

Jun 9, 2026

Devona (Dee) Terry passed away peacefully at her home on June 9, 2026, surrounded by the deep love of her family and her cherished pets by her side.

Dee dedicated many years working at the Veterans Home of Wyoming. She began her career there as a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA), providing hands-on, compassionate care to veterans, before later transitioning to work...

U.S. Flag Retirement Ceremony

U.S. Flag Retirement Ceremony

Jun 9, 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...

Genevieve Julia White

Genevieve Julia White

Jun 7, 2026

Genevieve Julia White, 73, of Gillette, Wyoming passed away on June 7, 2026 with her daughter by her side. Services are pending at this time with Gillette Memorial Chapel.

Bill Hines

Bill Hines

Jun 6, 2026

Bill Bruce Hines (b. 1944; Gillette, Wyoming) crossed over peacefully in his sleep on June 6, 2026.

He is survived by his wife of 57 years, Judy, son Dwight, sister Dorothy, nephew Tom, niece Nancy, daughter-in-law Kate, granddaughter Reina Anne, and grandsons Davis, Finn, John Rhett, and Will. He was preceded in death by his sister Helen, brother John, and his...

Arnold Frank Gonzales

Arnold Frank Gonzales

Jun 5, 2026

Memorial service for Frank Gonzales will be held at 11:00 a.m., Thursday, June 11, 2026 at St. Matthew's Catholic Church with Father Pat Quinn officiating. Frank “Mercy” Gonzales passed away on June 5, 2026 in Gillette, WY surrounded by the love of his kids. Frank was born on July 11, 1955, in Murray, Utah, to Arnoldo Gonzales and Nina Martinez....

Sandra Rae Pruss

Sandra Rae Pruss

Jun 5, 2026

Sandra Rae (Cleveringa) Pruss

Sandra “Sandi” Rae (Cleveringa) Pruss, 81, of Gillette, Wyoming, passed away peacefully on June 5, 2026, at Legacy Living and Rehabilitation Center, surrounded by her family.

Born in Rapid City, South Dakota, Sandi lived a life filled with laughter, determination, and a deep love for family and friends. Throughout her life, she worked in many professions, including serving...

Rhonda Faye Rossiter

Rhonda Faye Rossiter

Jun 1, 2026

Celebration of life for Rhonda Rossiter will be held Sunday, June 14, 2026 at American Legion starting at 12:00 p.m..

Rhonda Faye Rossiter, 72, of Gillette, Wyoming, passed away peacefully at home on Monday, June 1, 2026, surrounded by the love of her family.

Rhonda was born on March 3, 1954, in Fort Madison, Iowa, to Johnny and Birdie Lovette. She was...

Roy Gene Gillman

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

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 August 14, 1939 in Lackawanna, N.Y. to her proud...

John Edward Hau Jr.

John Edward Hau Jr.

May 31, 2026

John Hau, Jr.

July 20, 1960–May 31, 2026

John Hau Jr., 65, of Gillette, Wyoming, passed away on May 31, 2026. Born on July 20, 1960, in Streator, Illinois, John Jr. lived a life marked by his many hobbies, including hunting and fishing, and a deep love for his family.

John Jr. was the beloved son of John and Dorothy Hau. He grew...

Chet Allen Wiitala

Chet Allen Wiitala

May 26, 2026

Chet Allen Wiitala, 65, of Evanston, Wyoming, passed away at home on May 26, 2026, following a cardiac event.

Chet was born June 9, 1960, in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, and was raised in Toivola, Michigan. He graduated from Jeffers High School in 1978 and soon after moved with his family to Gillette, Wyoming.

On May 30, 1981, Chet married Phyllis Niemi in Gillette....

Carol Louise Iwan

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...