Continuing the Crook County News Since 1884
Continuing the Crook County News Since 1884
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Joyce Anne (Strong) Haptonstall, 77, of Upton, Wyoming Funeral services for Joyce Anne (Strong) Haptonstall, 77, of Upton, Wyoming, were held on Sunday, November 10 at the Upton Elementary/ Middle School Auditorium in Upton. Pastor Jeff Newcomer officiated and burial followed at Greenwood Cemetery. Joyce died on Wednesday, November 6, 2024, at the Monument Health in Rapid City, South Dakota, due to a short illness. She was born July 17, 1947, at the home place on the Ames Divide in Crook County...
Friends and neighbors of long-time Sundance rancher and U.S. Forest Service employee Mark Lambert are invited to join Mark's family on Saturday, November 23, 2024, at 2 p.m. at the Black Hills Cowboy Church (5234 Old Highway 14, Beulah, Wyoming) for an informal but heartfelt gathering to pay tribute to Mark, who passed away in Sundance on September 30, 2024....
Our loved one, Carrol Ann (Engle) Ellis, age 80, from Moorcroft, Wyoming, passed away peacefully at her home in Moorcroft on October 30, 2024. She spent her final days surrounded by family and friends that loved her. Carrol Ann Engle was born on November 26, 1943, in New Haven, Wyoming to parents Jay Engle and Martha (Stinson) Engle. She grew up in Upton, Wyoming where she attended all her years of school. She graduated from Upton High School in 1962. After graduation, on June 30, 1962, Carrol...
Randy Kay Pridgeon, beloved wife, mother, grandmother and friend, passed away peacefully at her home in Sundance on October 31, 2024, at the age of 72. Born in Windom, Minnesota, on March 23, 1952, Randy was the cherished only daughter of W.B. and Leora Porter. She was preceded in death by her parents; her little brother, Durand; and her grandparents. Randy spent her formative years in Mankato, Minnesota and Rapid City, South Dakota, before attending Black Hills State College, where she earned...
Khristy Kay (McKenney) Fritz, 62, who was a 1981 graduate of Sundance High School, passed away along with her daughter Amber Marie Fritz, 33, and Amber's three-year-old boy, Asher James Fritz, due to carbon monoxide poisoning at their home in Riverton, Wyoming. Khristy was employed with Riverton schools and helped at Pickerd's Greenhouse in Sundance, Wyoming. Khristy was preceded in death by her husband, Dan; parents, Roy McKenney, Rita (McKenney) Pickerd and stepfather, Albert Pickerd and...
Majesta Lee Byrne "Misty", 45, of Saint Onge, South Dakota, passed away unexpectedly but peacefully on Sunday, October 20, 2024, at Monument Health Hospital in Rapid City. Misty was born in Denver, Colorado, to James Newell and Rosemary Haswell. She grew up in Platteville, Colorado, before moving to Sundance, Wyoming, with her dad James and other mother Laura Newell. Misty graduated from Sundance High School in 1997. Misty stayed in Sundance after graduating and married Kenny Byrne in 2002,...
Beverly Ondriezek, of Upton, Wyoming, passed away at the Sundance Hospital of a brief illness on October 22, 2024. Beverly Ann Ondriezek was born on January 25, 1937, in Chicago, Illinois, to Helen and Omar Menard. She attended and graduated from Lindhlom High School, Illinois in 1953. Following high school, she worked as a bookkeeper at Northern Trust Bank. On a return bus trip from California, she met her future brother-in-law, Lee Roy Ondriezek. While visiting, Lee gave her his brother Joe's...
Donald Robert Heinzen, well-loved father, grandfather, great grandfather, brother, uncle and friend, passed away at his home in Spokane Valley, Washington, on Thursday October 17, 2024 at the age of 90. He was born in Minot, North Dakota, on August 31, 1934, to Frank and Kathryn Heinzen. He was the seventh child of seven children and is preceded in death by his parents and beloved siblings, Marie Sullivan, Ray, Howard, twins Jack and Paul, Richard and brother-like cousin, Jerry Yonke. He is...
Carolyn Jean Hook, age 80, of Alva, Wyoming, passed away peacefully, to be with our Lord and surrounded by her family at the Crook County Nursing Home on October 15, 2024. Carolyn was born on July 23, 1944, in Spearfish, South Dakota to Hulett (Bill) and Evelyn (Emmy) (Howard) Wood. She was an only child, but considered her first cousins, Sharon and Charlotte her sisters, as they fought, like all siblings do with each other. She started school in Sundance, but then finished her schooling in...
Dorothy M. Clarkson Teague took leave of her residence at Edgewood Vista in Spearfish, South Dakota, on October 16, 2024, at the age of 102. Dotty was born in Berthoud, Colorado, on May 18, 1922, to Vernet and Lenore (Woods) Marsh. She joined two brothers, Kenny and Stan, and together they had many adventures there with family and friends – adventures that would continue for the next 100+ years. At 14, the family moved to Laramie, Wyoming, where she graduated from Laramie High School. While i...
Lella Lee Smith, 94, of Rapid City, South Dakota, and formerly of Belle Fourche, South Dakota, died October 7, 2024 at the Good Samaritan St. Martin Village in Rapid City. Lella was born September 29, 1930 in Belle Fourche to Louis and Etta (Richardson) Shelden. She spent her entire childhood growing up on a ranch near Hulett, Wyoming, with her parents, two sisters and two brothers. She taught rural schools for two years in Wyoming before moving to Belle Fourche in 1960. Lella married Richard...
Laura Jean (Holmes) Moller, 68, of Spearfish, South Dakota, passed away peacefully at home after a courageous five-year battle with cancer on October 12, 2024. Laura was born June 15, 1956, in Valentine, Nebraska, to Verl and Gwendolyn Holmes of Mission, South Dakota. She was the only child and grew up on the Holmes' ranch near Mission, graduating from Todd County High School in Mission. During her early years, she loved living the country life and especially enjoyed horseback riding, making...
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Judith Ann Wood (Wadsworth), a beloved wife, mother, grandmother and friend, who departed from this world on October 4, 2024 at the age of 84. Judy was born in Deadwood, South Dakota, to Ruth (Mehlberg) and Walter Wadsworth. Her early years were spent in Lead, South Dakota. Her father was stationed with the U.S. Cavalry at Ft Meade. After her parents' divorce, her mother married Eric Nyberg. The family then moved to San Diego area where...
Joseph Kieth Niemeyer left this earth to be with the Lord on October 5, 2024. Joseph was born July 29, 1976 in Colorado Springs, Colorado to his parents George Woodrow Niemeyer Jr., and Dianne Lee Niemeyer. Joseph Is survived by his two daughters, Arianna and Jessica; his grandson, Colter; his mother, Dianne; his brother, Jon; his Grandma, Shirley Cross; his Grandpa, Johnny Apricio; his best friends, Gerald and Jason; seven aunts and uncles; 14 first cousins; and hundreds of friends and...
The family of Joseph Mark Lambert is saddened to announce that their beloved father and grandfather passed away in Sundance, Wyoming, September 30, 2024. Mr. Lambert is descended from Colorado ranching roots that date back to 1862, and has resided and ranched in Crook County, Wyoming since 1987. Plans for a fall Celebration of Life are underway....
Bonnie Jean Beaudoin passed away on August 30, 2024, the day before her 82nd birthday in Gillette, Wyoming. She was born August 31, 1942 on a rural farm near Farmer, South Dakota, to Hie and Margaret Heronimus. Bonnie was one of five children raised on a farm between Farmer and Emery, South Dakota. She cherished that time in her life and had countless memories and stories of her school days, their church and farming. After graduation from Farmer High School, Bonnie attended General Beadle State...
Ervin Ray Keil, 82, of Sundance, Wyoming passed away on September 26, 2024, surrounded by his loving family. Ervin was born on December 31, 1941 in Lemmon, South Dakota, the son of William “Bill” and Alma (Kolb) Keil. He grew up in Perkins County north of the Moreau River with his older sister, Carol and his younger brothers, Dick and Dennis. He attended grade school at Endlee Country School, located near the family homestead. Erv graduated from Newell High School in 1959. Following gra...
Funeral services for James Dean Litzel, 79-year-old resident of Four Corners, Wyoming who passed away Tuesday, September 17, 2024, at the Weston County Hospital in Newcastle Wyoming, were held Friday, September 20, 2024 from the Fidler-Roberts & Isburg Funeral Home in Sundance with Pastor Russ Grimm officiating. Graveside services followed at the Green Mountain Cemetery in Sundance. Friends may donate, in Jimmy Dean's memory to donor's choice or your local FFA chapter. James Dean Litzel,...
Michael J. Stein, 48, of Moorcroft, Wyoming, passed away on September 10, 2024. Michael was born on June 18, 1976 in Mohall, North Dakota to Thomas and Karen Stein. The family moved to Gillette in 1977 where Mikey grew up. He married Kathy Blausey in 1998 and they had two children, Trevor and Kimberly. They later divorced. Mike was an avid fisherman and hunter. He collected eagles, swords and guns. He liked to joke and have fun with his friends and family. Like most men of Wyoming, Mike had...
On the afternoon of August 25, 2024, Devin Fraser shed his earthly struggles and was free to fly. Devin James Fraser was born on May 23, 1988, to Peggy and Andy Fraser, joining big brother Nolan and bringing another level of joy to the Fraser household. Joy, kindness, and a little bit of mischief were Devin's constant companions. Whether teasing his brother or offering a kind word or gesture to someone in need, Devin knew how to bring light into any room. Devin grew up in Moorcroft, attending K-...
Funeral services for Bonnie Beaudoin will be held at 10 a.m. on Friday, October 11, 2024 at the Sundance United Methodist Church. She passed away August 30, 2024. A full obituary will be printed at a later date....
It is with tremendous heartbreak the family announces the passing of Todd Lee McInerney of Sundance, Wyoming. Todd passed away surrounded by loved ones due to complications from a severe traumatic brain injury on Tuesday, August 20, 2024 in Aurora, Colorado. Gerald and Jacquie McInerney welcomed Todd into their lives in Spearfish, South Dakota, on January 1, 1964. He escaped being the New Years Baby by a few hours, but quickly gained the attention back as soon as he was born. Todd spent his...
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the peaceful passing of Carol Lee Sisson on August 22, 2024, in Sundance, Wyoming, at the Sundance Long Term Care Facility. Carol was 86 years old. Born on July 12, 1938, in Gillette, Wyoming, to John and Marguerite Kummerfeld, Carol graduated from Moorcroft High School in 1956. She married the love of her life, Edwin Sisson, on September 20, 1959, in Worland, Wyoming. Together, they raised three beloved sons: Mark, Dwayne and Leslie Sisson. Carol spent...
LaVerne Sipe left this earth on her own terms August 20, 2024. LaVerne Kay Hamilton was born in Lewistown, Montana, to Harry and Elizabeth "Betty" (Matthews) on July 31, 1961. She was the youngest of seven children and spent her childhood in Montana and northeast Wyoming. LaVerne married Daniel Sipe on July 31, 1981, in Gillette, Wyoming. The couple lived in Gillette and welcomed two daughters, Tashina Lynn and Serena René. The family moved to Moorcroft, Wyoming, in 1992 where they made their...
Carol Lea Dewey, 73, of Carlile, Wyoming – known to all for her exuberance and love for life – passed away on Friday, August 2, 2024, with her family by her side. Carol was born to Lyle and Juanita (Deeder) Griffith on November 15, 1950, in Gillette, Wyoming. She was the middle of three children. Though she faced more lifelong health challenges than most, she was still a typical kid who found herself, her brother Otis and sister Sandy in plenty of mischief. Carol graduated from Moorcroft Hig...
