Obituaries

Mar 6, 2025

Larry Francis (Dare) Elliott

Born Feb 19, 1939, to Martin Nathaniel Elliott and Josephine Cecilia (Leonard) Elliott at home in Anselmo, NE.

The last of four children, he was very loved and quite spoiled. He got the name 'Dare' because he was often dared to do things like throw a firecracker(cherry bomb) behind the projectionist...

Mar 5, 2025

In loving memory of Sam Bowman Browall

Sam Bowman Browall, 85, of Lander, Wyoming, passed away peacefully on March 5, 2025, at his beloved home. Born on September 9, 1939, in Ada, Oklahoma, he was the son of Carl and Mary Elisabeth Browall. Sam was the middle of three brothers, with his older brother, Carl Jr., and...

Mar 4, 2025

Stephanie Grace Bearstail, 18, of Fort Washakie, Wyoming died on March 4, 2025. The Visitation and All Night Wake will begin 6:00 pm, Sunday, March 9, 2025 in the Rocky Mountain Hall, 19 North Fork Road, Fort Washakie, Wyoming 82514. The Funeral Service will be 10:00 am, Monday, March 10, 2025 also in the Rocky Mountain Hall. Burial will...

Feb 22, 2025

Donald Ralph Johnson, 97, of Lander, Wyoming, passed away on February 22, 2025, in Lander. He was born on January 30, 1928, in Vernal, Utah, to Quince and Chloe Johnson, and grew up on a ranch in Deep Creek, Utah. Don was the seventh of ten children.

After graduating from high school in 1946, Don enlisted in...

Feb 19, 2025

Mervin James Hedges Jr. 73, Lander, Wyoming, passed away on February 19, 2025.  Most knew him as Jim Hedges and he was well known in the county for his 45 years of working for Fremont County Transportation Department.  Over the years his experience made him the," Go to Guy", for any and all problems that arose.

Jim...

Feb 18, 2025

Michael "Mike" Tams passed away at age 88 on Tuesday, February 18, 2025, at Westward Heights Care Center in Lander, Wyoming. He leaves behind a lifetime of love, laughter, and stories that will be told for years to come.

Born on January 1, 1937, in Berkeley, California, to Barbara Tams, Mike later found a strong father figure...

Feb 14, 2025

Sharon Irene (Rodeman, Higgs, Giddings) O'Neill -May 29, 1944 – February 14, 2025

Sharon passed on February 14, 2025, at the age of 80 after a lengthy decline in health due to strokes and other medical conditions. She had been in and out of the hospital, and rehabilitation facilities. Per her wishes, cremation has taken place.

Feb 12, 2025

Monte Gene Richardson

On February 12, 2025, God called home Monte Gene Richardson. Born on January 24, 1956 to Evard Royce and DeEtta Richardson in Rock Springs, Wyoming. Monte is the 7th child out of 11.

On April 9, 1976 he met the love of his life Debbie Shaffer. From that night on they were...

Feb 8, 2025

Richard Murray, of Twin Creek, died unexpectedly on Saturday, February 8th, 2025 at Sage West Lander from heart failure.  He was 72 years old.

Richard Ardean Murray was born in Tecumseh, Nebraska on April 24th, 1952 to Billy and Patricia (Gates) Murray.  He was the second of five children.  The family later moved to Friend, Nebraska.  He...

Feb 3, 2025

Mary Ann Boyle died on Monday, February 3, 2025, at ViewPointe Assisted Living in Colorado Springs, CO. She was 91 years old.

The Rosary will take place at 4:00 PM on Tuesday, February 18, at Hudson's Funeral Home, with visitation following from 4:30 to 6:30 PM. A second visitation will be held from 9:00 to 9:30 AM...

Feb 2, 2025

Arlene Russell, 63, of Lander, Wyoming, passed away on February 2nd at home surrounded by her closest family and friends. A cherished wife, mother, and grandmother, she will always be remembered for her love, compassion, and positive impact on the lives of everyone she met.

Arlene was born on March 30th, 1961 to Melvin M. Russell and...

Feb 2, 2025

Garrett Stanley Revere Sr., 65, of Denver, Colorado died in Denver and was found on February 2, 2025. The Wake Service will begin 6:00 pm, Sunday, February 9, 2025, in the Blue Sky Hall, Ethete, Wyoming. The All Night Wake will then continue in the Family Home. The Funeral Service will be at 10:00 am, Monday, February 10 also...

Feb 1, 2025

Andrew "Drew" Brown V. Bee'eiht Ho3o' Red Star was born to Jubelle Hebah and Andrew Brown IV on July 13, 2002, in Casper, WY.

Growing up, Drew was athletic and loved to compete. He ran cross country, track, played basketball, and competed in dance competitions. During his school years, he placed 2nd at a Wyoming Indian School...

Jan 27, 2025

Meldon Donald Hill Sr (73) made his journey on January 27, 2025, at home surrounded by family. The Wake will be 7pm, Friday, January 31, 2025 in the Rocky Mountain Hall, Fort Washakie, Wyoming. The Visitation will then continue all night in the family home, 11390 US 287, Lander, Wyoming. The Funeral will then begin at 2:00pm, Saturday, February...

Jan 26, 2025

On January 26, 2025, Jacob J. Henan Jr. passed away in his home at the age of 95. His heart was always, and forever shall be, in the mountains of the Wind River Range.

Jacob, known to everyone as "Joe", was born in Fort Washakie, Wyoming August 12, 1929. He was the son of Jacob and Gladys...

Jan 6, 2025

She was a lifelong resident of the Wind River Indian Reservation. In her younger years she attended Mill Creek school and later on went to high school at Lander Valley. She then married Patrick C'Bearing where they lived in Idaho and had 3 girls; the late Julieanna, Patricia, and LaWayne C'Bearing. Then she went on to attend school at...

Jan 5, 2025

JACK EDWARD KINCAID:

73, of Lander, Wyoming passed away on Sunday, January 5th, 2025 at Sage West Health Care.  Born on May 14th, 1951, in Fort Collins, Colorado, the son of James F Kincaid and Gloria J Loisate Kincaid. Jack was preceded in death by his parents and half-brother, Allen Lee Manke. Survivors include:  His wife, Dayle...

Dec 31, 2024

Shirley Elaine Latinis passed on December 31, 2024 at her residence in Peoria Arizona where she lived since 2008 Shirley was born on September 21, 1937 in Fort Washakie, Wyoming to JB and Frances Wallace. She was one of two daughters.

Shirley worked at Teton drugstore, Nu Way café, and the Lander Journal. She was very active...

Dec 30, 2024

Karol Elaine Johnson passed away peacefully at home on Dec. 30, 2024, at the age of 77, following a brief illness. She was preceded in death by her parents, Kenneth and Esther (Rodgers) Johnson, and her great-nephew, Philip Lambertsen. She is survived by her sisters, Diane Dupree and Karen Lambertsen, their children Hilary (Andy), Kirsten (Bruce), and Mike, and...

Dec 25, 2024

Fredric John Latinis passed away on December 25, 2024, at his home in Lander, Wyoming. He lived in Lander, Wyoming for over 70 years. He was born on January 22, 1936, to Marcel and Cleva Latinis in Hudson, Wyoming. He was one of three sons.

Fred married the love of his life, Shirley Timmons, on June 8,...