Recent Obituaries in Rawlins, Wyoming
Robert Vance Hayes (Hays)
Mar 2, 2025
UPDATE: Service date & time have changed!
Robert Vance “Bob” Hayes passed away Thursday, February 27, 2025 in Hanna Wyoming.
Robert was born to Melvin & Ruth Hayes May 30, 1941 in Rawlins Wyoming
He went to school in Rawlins Wyoming and spent his summers on his grandparents ranch on Rattlesnake pass. That is where he knew he wanted to be a cowboy....
Ellen Marie Flaim
Feb 19, 2025
Ellen Marie Flaim, a beloved wife, mother, and dedicated homemaker, passed away peacefully in her sleep on February 19, 2025, at her home in Rawlins, Wyoming. Born on May 30, 1943 in Superior, Wyoming, Ellen was the daughter of William and Pierina Borzaga. She was a graduate of Rock Springs High School, where she laid the foundation for a life...
John Allen Enloe
Feb 18, 2025
John Allen Enloe, 81 years old, passed away on February 18, 2025 at Southern Utah Veterans Home, after a quick bout of lung cancer.
John was born in Kenney, Illinois in 1943, and was raised on a farm in Owensville Missouri. He joined the Marines in 1964 and served as a Machine Gunner. They were “first boots on the ground” in...
Sharron Wetmore Dexter
Feb 18, 2025
Betty Sharron Dexter, 89, of Rawlins, Wyoming passed away on Tuesday, February 18, 2025. She was born March 23, 1935 in Phoenix, AZ to parents Hughie and Frances V. Wetmore. She moved to Rawlins with her family in April 1938 when her father went to work building the Seminole Dam. Sharron joined the LDS Church in 1949 with her siblings...
Doris Marie Schanck
Feb 16, 2025
Doris Marie Schanck, born on April 7, 1927, in McFadden, Wyoming, peacefully departed this life on February 16, 2025, at the Rawlins Rehab and Wellness Center. A beloved figure in her community and a cherished matriarch to her family, Doris exemplified qualities that will forever remain in the hearts of those who knew her.
Doris was a proud graduate of McFadden...
Christopher William Johnson
Feb 14, 2025
Christopher William Johnson, a beacon of joy and enthusiasm, was born on June 11, 2004, in Oconomowoc, Wisconsin. Tragically, departed this world far too soon on February 14, 2025, following a devastating motor vehicle accident. His presence was a gift; those who knew him will forever remember his infectious smile, animated personality, and profound kindness.
Christopher was an accomplished young man...
Quentin J. Romero
Feb 14, 2025
Quentin Joseph Romero, age 22 of Rawlins, Wyoming passed February 14, 2025, in Sweetwater County, Wyoming in a horrific accident. He was born June 19, 2002, in Irvine, California.
Quentin graduated from Rawlins High School in 2020, where he excelled at football, basketball and indoor track. He continued his education at LCCC and University of Wyoming while enlisted in...
Jimmy R. Martinez
Feb 13, 2025
Jimmy Martinez, born on August 27, 1953, in Rawlins, Wyoming, passed peacefully on February 13, 2025, in Casper, Wyoming, surrounded by his loving family. He was a devoted husband, father, grandfather, brother, and friend, who will be greatly missed by many.
Jimmy dedicated 42 years of his life to the Union Pacific Railroad, retiring from the Maintenance Department with an impeccable...
Flora Maria Gonzales
Feb 5, 2025
Flora Montoya, of Cheyenne, WY (formally of Rawlins) passed away at the age of 90, surrounded by family, on February 5th, 2025.
Named Maria Floraida Martinez, born on November 4, 1934, in Cleveland, New Mexico to Adolfo Martinez and Bersabe Sanchez Martinez. She later moved to Wyoming where she met and married Christopher Montoya in 1954.
Flora was kind, caring, and thoughtful,...
Roy Edgar Britt, III
Jan 31, 2025
Roy Edgar Britt, III, a revered member of the community and a dedicated family man, passed away peacefully at his home on January 31, 2025. Born on November 25, 1943, in Huntsville, Texas, Roy lived a life marked by service, diligence, and a passion for learning.
Roy’s career spanned numerous fields, demonstrating his aptitude as a jack-of-all-trades. He served with distinction...
Lowell Lawrence Campbell
Jan 29, 2025
Lowell Lawrence Campbell, resident of Rawlins, WY passed away on January 29, 2025 at home at the age of 81.
Lowell was born in Drumright, OK on January 22, 1944. He received his high school diploma from Drumright High School on May 25th, 1962. Shortly after, he joined the Navy where he served for 9 years. He held various jobs including...
Donald L. Sims
Jan 21, 2025
We are sad to announce the death of Donald Leroy Sims of McFadden WY, who passed from this world on the 21st of January 2025.
Don was born March 5th, 1930, to Roy and Opal (Printy) Sims in Laramie. He was a graduate of Laramie High School and an alumnus of the University of Wyoming. Don spent...
Dennis A. Martinez
Jan 21, 2025
Dennis A. Martinez, a beloved family man and dedicated worker, passed away on January 21, 2025, in Rawlins, Wyoming, at the age of 86. Born on December 31, 1938, in Albuquerque, New Mexico, Dennis was the son of Connie and Albert Martinez.
He dedicated 13 years of his life to Arch Mineral, followed by 15 years at Bridger Coal, where he...
LeAnna F. Nelson
Jan 15, 2025
LeAnna Fern Nelson was born in Ardmore, Oklahoma February 17, 1970. She lived in Ardmore, OK, Gainsberg, TX, Rock Springs, WY, Baggs, WY and Rawlins, WY. She met the love of her life, Donald Nelson Jr., in 1991 in Rock Springs, WY and married him in Baggs, WY on July 8th 1995. She enjoyed her job as the Assistant Manager...
Robert Craig Patterson
Jan 11, 2025
Craig Patterson, age 71 of Hanna, Wyoming, passed away on Saturday, January 11, 2025 at the Wyoming Medical Center in Casper, Wyoming.
A graveside service was held on Thursday, January 16, 2025 at the Hanna Cemetery.
Benjamin A. Martinez
Jan 7, 2025
Benjamin (Ten Ben) Martinez, resident of Rawlins Wyoming, passed away on January 7, 2025 at Rawlins Rehabilitation at the age of 77.
Benny was born in San Luis Colorado on March 19, 1947 to Jose' and Maria Martinez. He moved to Rawlins as a child and resided here until he enlisted in the Army in 1966, leaving a young family at...
Duane Lytle
Jan 6, 2025
Lauren Duane Lytle was born March 6, 1957 to Clinton Jefferson Lytle and Beulah Mae Helmick Lytle in Grangeville, Idaho.Duane grew up on a beef cattle ranch where they did the old fashioned cattle drives on horseback. He loved the outdoors, gardening, fishing, hunting, family and grandkids. Duane married Dianna Zumwalt December 17, 1990. Over the...
Angeline "Angie" Marken Kinnaman
Dec 25, 2024
A life well lived!! Angeline Marken Kinnaman, known to her many friends as Angie, passed from this life on December 25, 2024. Angie, a proud native of New Mexico, was born November 6, 1934, and had lived in Rawlins since 1961.
Angie led an active and interesting life; her spunk and sparkle were impossible to miss. Angie married a Rawlins native,...
Tonya Lynne Albrandt
Dec 16, 2024
Tonya Lynne Albrandt passed away in Rawlins, Wyoming on December 16, 2024. She was born on February 16, 1970 to Doug Bishop and Darlene Baker Krause. She was married to Shawn Albrandt in 1991. Her passions were photography, drawing, crafting, enjoying the outdoors, wood working and spending time with her family. She loved taking photos of her daughters, grandson, and...