Obituaries

Maria R. "Ria" Hopkins

Maria R. "Ria" Hopkins

Jan 9, 2026

Maria Hopkins, age 87, of Bar Nunn, Wyoming passed away Friday, January 9, 2026 after lengthy illness.

She is survived by son, Danny (Susan) Hopkins of Maryville, Tennessee; daughter, Debbie (Monte) Nelms of Bar Nunn, Wyoming; six granddaughters, 11 great grandchildren, and one great great grandchild; sister, Leni (Don) Presley of Maryville, Tennessee; brother, Gunter Ring of Bingen, Germany; and several...

Margaret J. "Margo" Bell

Margaret J. "Margo" Bell

Jan 8, 2026

Margaret J. "Margo" Bell, 78, of Casper, Wyoming passed away Thursday, January 8, 2026.

An obituary will be posted as it becomes available.

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Julia M. Mason

Julia M. Mason

Jan 8, 2026

Julia May Jones-Mason, 80, of Casper, WY, passed away peacefully on January 8, 2026. Born on October 8, 1945, in Leoti, KS, she was the child of Robert and Violet June.

In 1988, she changed her path from being a teacher’s aide at Shoshoni Schools to graduating at the top of her class from Central Wyoming College's Nursing program in 1990,...

Shirley M. Russell

Shirley M. Russell

Jan 7, 2026

Shirley Maxine Russell, 97, of Casper, Wyoming passed away peacefully in her home on the evening of January 7, 2026 surrounded by her devoted family.

Shirley was born on March 14, 1928 in Hawk Springs, WY to Glen and Helen (Smith) Marlatt. She was the third born of seven children. In 1934 the family moved to nearby Yoder, WY where Shirley...

John Ransom Needham

John Ransom Needham

Jan 6, 2026

John Ransom Needham, 27, of Casper, Wyoming passed away Tuesday, January 6, 2026.

A full obituary will be posted as it becomes available.

To share a memory of John or leave a special message for the family, please visit the guestbook below.

Weldon Hersh

Weldon Hersh

Jan 6, 2026

WELDON HERSH – THE BOSS

NOV. 30, 1938 – JAN. 6, 2026 – THE AGE OF 87

One of Wyoming’s own passed away today.

No Services will be held.

Weldon was born on Nov. 30th, 1938 in Wheatland, WY to William Hersh and Ellen (Herrick) Hersh. He spent his childhood in Chugwater, WY and Casper, WY. Weldon spent time in Kalispell Montana helping on...

Gary A. Taylor

Gary A. Taylor

Jan 5, 2026

With saddened hearts we announce the peaceful passing of Gary Taylor on January 5, 2026. Gary Allen Taylor was born August 6, 1957 in Kimball, Nebraska to Chester and Mary Elizabeth (Addleman) Taylor.

Gary is preceded in death by his grandparents, Tom and Dorothy Addleman, father and mother; brother, Allen; sister, Dawn Taylor Williams; brother, Harlan "Harley" Taylor, and brother, Bertie...

Nancy Rae Whitman

Nancy Rae Whitman

Jan 4, 2026

Nancy Rae Whitman, 86, of Austin, Texas passed away Sunday, January 4, 2026.

Nancy was survived by her sister, Eileen Noonan, and brother-in-law, Tom Noonan, both of Casper, Wyoming. 

To share a memory of Nancy or leave a special message for the family, please visit the guestbook below.

Homer El Ray Whitlock

Homer El Ray Whitlock

Jan 4, 2026

Homer El Ray Whitlock

February 7, 1940 – January 4, 2026

Casper, Wyoming

Homer El Ray Whitlock, 85, of Casper, Wyoming passed away Sunday, January 4, 2026. He was born to parents, Homer Clifford Whitlock and Ruby Elizabeth Denison, in Sterling, Utah. He was raised in Bingham Canyon and Lark, Utah later moving to Sandy, Utah. He graduated from Bingham High School in...

Debra Ann Hobbs

Debra Ann Hobbs

Jan 3, 2026

Debra Ann Hobbs, 69, of La Barge, Wyoming passed away Saturday, January 3, 2026.

To share a memory of Debra or leave a special message for the family, please visit the guestbook below.

Mary Caroline Conrad

Mary Caroline Conrad

Jan 2, 2026

Mary Caroline Conrad, 84, of Casper, Wyoming passed away Friday, January 2, 2026.

A full obituary will be posted as it becomes available.

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Billie Klein - Scott

Billie Klein - Scott

Jan 2, 2026

Billie Klein-Scott passed away on January 2, 2026 in Casper Wyoming. Billie was a long time Casper resident and business owner. In 1966 she became a pioneer in the health food retail industry when she purchased and operated Wyoming Natural Foods later changing the name to Billie‘s Natural Foods. During those 30 years she earned a Certified Nutritionist Degree.Billie was...

Beverly Jo Stamm

Beverly Jo Stamm

Jan 2, 2026

Beverly Jo Stamm entered eternal rest in God’s loving arms as the sun set on January 2, 2026.

Beverly was born on February 18, 1934, in Cheyenne, Wyoming. As a young girl, she lived on the Shellback Ranch, where farming and wide-open skies helped shape her love of animals and nature.

She met Byron Stamm on the Cheyenne military base, a meeting...

Bruce B. Parker

Bruce B. Parker

Jan 1, 2026

Bruce B. Parker, age 72, of Casper Wyoming, passed away on January 1, 2026.

Bruce was born in Cortez Colorado to Jerry J. Parker and Charlene Caroline Parker. Bruce grew up in Evanston Wyoming, where he excelled in both athletics and academics. He graduated from Evanston High School, where he once held the school record for hurdles. He went on to...

Janet Marie Pierce

Janet Marie Pierce

Dec 30, 2025

Janet Marie Pierce, 77, of Casper, Wyoming passed away Tuesday, December 30, 2025.

Celebrations of Life are being planned for later dates.

To share a memory of Janet or leave a special message for the family, please visit the guest book below.

Patra Ellen Lee Gingrich

Patra Ellen Lee Gingrich

Dec 30, 2025

Patra Ellen Lee (Nyberg) Gingrich, 87, of Casper, Wyoming passed away Tuesday, December 30, 2025. She was born to Parents Phillip and Alice (McKinney) Nyberg on October 14, 1938 in Kennedy MN. She was raised in Kennedy and graduated from Kennedy High School in 1957. Following graduation she joined the United States Army on June 14, 1957. She proudly served...

Keith Wayne Stetson, Sr.

Keith Wayne Stetson, Sr.

Dec 29, 2025

Keith Wayne Stetson, Sr., age 89, of Casper, Wyoming passed away December 29, 2025.

Per his request, no services will be held.

Earl Allen Stokes, Jr.

Earl Allen Stokes, Jr.

Dec 27, 2025

Earl Allen Stokes, Jr., a beloved figure to many, passed away on December 27, 2025, in Casper, Wyoming, at the age of 92. Born on October 26, 1933, in Mobile, Alabama, Earl led a life rich with love, service, and quiet heroism. He was a loyal servant to his family, friends, and community, leaving behind a legacy of compassion and...

Stephen R. Valkenburg

Stephen R. Valkenburg

Dec 26, 2025

We are sad to announce the passing of our father, Stephen Renald Valkenburg, age 72 of Casper. We will miss his joyful laugh, his ability to talk to anyone, his storytelling, and hugs.

A full obituary will be posted as it becomes available.

A Celebration of Life will be held at 1:30pm, Thursday, January 8, 2026 at North Casper Clubhouse.

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