Obituaries

Jeffrey Roberts

Jeffrey Roberts

Mar 5, 2026

Jeffrey Wayne Roberts passed away peacefully surrounded by his family on March 5, 2026. Though his diagnosis of pancreatic cancer came only days earlier, Jeff faced the end of his life with the same strength, wit, and spirit that defined him throughout his years.

Jeff was born on May 3, 1963, to Roland and Shirley Roberts. He grew up in Upton,...

Mont Hamblin Jr

Mont Hamblin Jr

Feb 28, 2026

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Mont Edgar Hamblin Jr., who left us on February 28, 2026, at the age of 61. Born on April 14, 1964 to Mont and Dora Hamblin, Mont lived a life dedicated to his family, faith, and community. A devoted husband to his beloved wife, Cathy Hamblin, Mont was a...

Kerry Morgan

Kerry Morgan

2026

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Matthew Ostlund

Matthew Ostlund

2026

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Gerald Fawcett

Gerald Fawcett

Feb 19, 2026

Gerald Lee Fawcett, affectionately known to family and friends as Jerry, passed away on February 19, 2026, in his hometown of Newcastle, Wyoming. Born on February 4, 1946, to Crawford and Alice Fawcett, Jerry lived a life marked by dedication, service, and a strong sense of community. A proud veteran Jerry served in the Navy from 1966 to 1969, a...

Elizabeth Conley

Elizabeth Conley

Feb 18, 2026

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Barbara Brown

Barbara Brown

Feb 5, 2026

Barbara Ann Brown, passed away February 4, 2026 in Newcastle, WY. Barb came down with Covid the first of the year and then had a stroke in the middle of that. Barb was born May 16, 1950 to Jospeh and Mary She leaves a loving husband Bill of 46 years, a son Michael and a daughter Christina of Chicago, IL,...

William Curley

William Curley

Feb 4, 2026

William Curley, a distinguished attorney, passed away on February 4, 2026, in Newcastle, Wyoming, at the age of 80. Born on December 9, 1945, in Bridgeport, Connecticut to Nadine and William Curley.  William dedicated 39 years of his life to the legal profession, achieving a profound impact in his field.

William's academic journey was marked by notable achievements. He earned his...

Jane Slagle

Jane Slagle

Feb 2, 2026

Jane Ann Slagle, born on October 2, 1933, peacefully passed away on February 2, 2026. A devoted wife to Delmar Slagle, Jane lived her life full of love and purpose. She was passionate about playing the piano, sewing, and knitting. In addition, she was always ready for a hike or any activity that kept her moving. Whether it was whipping...

Beverly Minzel

Beverly Minzel

Jan 29, 2026

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the peaceful passing of Beverly Minzel, who left this world on January 29, 2026, at the age of 92. Born on November 28, 1933, in Minneapolis, Minnesota to Charles and Beatrice Baker. Beverly was a loving mother, grandmother, sister, and friend, whose warmth and kindness touched the lives of all who knew...

Louis Gould

Louis Gould

Jan 16, 2026

Louis Marion Gould, 82, of Upton Wyoming, passed away on January 16, 2026. Born in Newcastle, Wyoming on September 8, 1943, to Marion and Gladys Gould. Louie was the second youngest of a large and lively family of 14 children—nine girls and five boys. Growing up in such a full household instilled in him a deep sense of loyalty, humor,...

Elizabeth Goodart

Elizabeth Goodart

Jan 11, 2026

Elizabeth Margaret Boylan Goodart was born October 22, 1936, in Rapid City, South Dakota to her parents Charles Addy and Gertude Richardson Mulleague Boylan. She died at home January 11, 2026, in Newcastle, Wyoming.

Although born in South Dakota, (her grandparents had a homestead in Piedmont) the family relocated to Lynwood, California when Elizabeth was two years old. Elizabeth remembered anti-aircraft...

Alice Vickers

Alice Vickers

Dec 26, 2025

Alice Louise Nickolaisen Vickers passed away peacefully at her home in Newcastle, Wyoming, on December 26th, 2025 after facing a cancer diagnosis with grace and dignity.She was born on December 3rd, 1938, in Milwaukee, Wisconsin to Olav and Louise (Kucik) Nickolaisen. She graduated from Washington High School in 1956. Alice married Karl Cox in 1957. She and Karl embarked on...

Gene Baldwin

Gene Baldwin

Dec 22, 2025

On the morning of December 22nd, long-time area resident and rancher, Gene Baldwin, was called home to be with the Lord and loved ones. Gene was 99 years old and a resident of Mondell Heights in Newcastle, WY. Gene passed peacefully surrounded by family.

Gene was born on August 25, 1926, in the small farming community of Inez, NE, to Robert...

Michael Scott

Michael Scott

Dec 4, 2025

Michael Scott, 61, of Newcastle, Wyoming, went home to be with the Lord on December 4, 2025. He was born in New Orleans, Louisiana on May 7, 1964, to Marvin and Virginia Scott. He had three siblings, brothers Greg (Tina) and Kevin (Chris) and sister Mary.

He married his beloved wife Kathryn Wheeler in Northglenn, Colorado on October 19, 1985. They...

Jeannette Ray

Jeannette Ray

Nov 26, 2025

Carolyn Jeannette Ray, beloved wife, mother, sister, and friend, departed this world on November 26, 2025, at the age of 84, in Sundance, Wyoming, where she spent the last chapter of her life.

Born on August 3, 1941, in Odin, Illinois, to James Clifford Buchanan and Glenda Marie Vinzant. Carolyn was a beacon of warmth and love to everyone fortunate enough...

Patrick McSkimmings

Patrick McSkimmings

Nov 21, 2025

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Wayne Dunn

Wayne Dunn

Nov 20, 2025

Wayne Dunn, 92, beloved Husband, Son, Father, and Brother, was called to his eternal resting place on November 20, 2025. He entered this world on February 27, 1933 in Morgantown, WV, born to Clarence and Mary Dunn. He had seven brothers and three sisters.

Wayne graduated from the University High School in 1952 and worked for different coal mines in West...

Deanna Cummings

Deanna Cummings

Nov 18, 2025

Deanna Marcia Cummings, 61, passed away in Newcastle, Wyoming on November 18, 2025, at Weston County Manor surrounded by loved ones. Deanna was born in Mr. Vernon, Illinois on December 12, 1963. She is the fifth of nine children born to Peggy Dean Morris and Minfred Edward Smith.

Deanna married Roy Allen Cummings on December 26, 1983, in Wayne City, Illinois...

John Fowler

John Fowler

Oct 23, 2025

John Bruneau Fowler, 55, of Newcastle, passed away in a motorcycle accident outside Newcastle, October 23, 2025.

Johnny was born December 4, 1969 in Antioch, CA and grew up on Bethel Island, CA where he enjoyed fishing and exploring the river. In 2002, he moved to Newcastle, WY where Tiffany Kosta (the love of his life) was already there waiting for...