Recent Obituaries in Rawlins, Wyoming

May 16, 2026

Ronald Virgil Garretson passed away peacefully at his home in Saratoga on May 16, 2026, with his family by his side. He was an active member of the Saratoga and Encampment communities, and his cowboy spirit, sense of humor and patriotism will be missed.

Ron was born on Nov. 4, 1942 to Virgil Richard and Elinor Louise (Meyer) Garretson. He had...

May 14, 2026

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May 12, 2026

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Apr 27, 2026

Apr 24, 2026

It is with deep deep sadness we share the loss of our beloved husband, father, brother, and friend on April 24th, 2026. A devoted husband, a proud father, a loyal sibling and friend with a spirit as wild and open as the Wyoming sky.

Robert Lee Power (Bob) was born May 18th, 1958, in Cortez, Colorado at just 2 lbs. Growing...

Apr 19, 2026

Sammy Junior Flores (Deal) passed peacefully on April 19, 2026, in Rawlins, Wyoming, at the age of 58. He was born on May 29, 1967, in Salinas, California, where he was also raised.

Sammy was a man known for his strong work ethic and dedication. Throughout his life, he built a successful career in the fuel center industry, where he not...

Apr 16, 2026

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Apr 13, 2026

Kristen Noelle Loudon, born April 7, 1981, in Laramie, Wyoming, passed away on April 13, 2026, in Rawlins, Wyoming. Her life was marked by compassion, dedication, and a deep love for those around her.

Kristen was raised in Rawlins and graduated from Rawlins High School in 1999. She embraced a variety of careers throughout her lifetime, but she found particular fulfillment...

Apr 10, 2026

Dr. David Francis Michie, Jr., went home to be with Jesus on Friday, April 10, 2026. He was born September 3, 1933, to David Francis Michie, Sr., and Grace Vivette (Madden) Michie, at the Michie family home in Rawlins, Wyoming.

Known as “D.F.” by family and friends, he attended elementary school in Rawlins, Wyoming. D.F. graduated from Rawlins High School in...

Apr 8, 2026

Mark Steven Flint, born August 5th, 1949, in Blooming Grove, Wisconsin, died at his home on April 8th, 2026. Mark spent the majority of his life in Wyoming, mostly in Cheyenne. He spent many years traveling around the US as an ironworker until retiring from the Ironworkers Union.

Mark enjoyed camping, hunting, and appreciated the beauty of his adopted state of...

Apr 5, 2026

Thomas Lee Hood, known affectionately to many as Tom, passed away peacefully on April 5, 2026, in Rock Springs, Wyoming. Born on July 25, 1946, in Aurora, Illinois, Tom lived a life marked by dedication, service, and a profound love for family and community.

Tom's early years in Aurora set the stage for a lifetime of achievement and passion. He attended...

Apr 2, 2026

Carol Lee (Stepanek) Goff was called home to God on April 2, 2026 at 84 years old, after a period of decline. Carol was the youngest of 9 children to parents Charles and Bessie (Hartl) Stepanek, born near Howells, Nebraska on August 30, 1941. The family later moved to Schuyler, Nebraska, where Carol graduated from Schuyler Central High School in...

Apr 2, 2026

"There can be no greater tribute to our father than to look out at his cherished Elk Mountain in the distance with a smile in our hearts."

Surrounded by his loving family at home, Gary Richard Withrow, age 85, was called home to be with those he loved so dearly.

It was September 22, 1940, in the small coal town of Hanna,...

Mar 31, 2026

Erma Lee Hanson was born on May 6, 1942 in Saratoga, Wyoming. She passed away peacefully at her home surrounded by family on March 31, 2026.

On July 20, 1966, Erma married the love of her life, Tom Hanson. Together they built a life centered around family, resilience, and devotion. 

Erma was a dedicated and loving caregiver, especially to her son Tom,...

Mar 29, 2026

Heidi Meeks, a beloved resident of Sinclair, Wyoming, passed away peacefully on March 29, 2026, surrounded by her loved ones. Born on February 11, 1953, in Rawlins, Wyoming, Heidi’s life was marked by kindness, warmth, and unwavering devotion to family and community.

Heidi dedicated 23 years of her life to public service, working diligently for the State of Wyoming until her...

Mar 28, 2026

Leo “Pete” Pederson, of Encampment, Wyoming, passed away on March 28, 2026, at the age of 77.

Pete was born on March 13, 1949 in Boulder, Colorado. He lived a quiet life that turned out to be a very big one. He was a proud Navy Seabee who served in Vietnam, and after his service he spent his life working hard,...

Mar 24, 2026

Lucy Marie Bonnette, born on May 24, 1933, in Bushnell, Nebraska to Jim and Elizabeth (Lesa) Sorensen passed peacefully on March 24, 2026, at the Rawlins Rehabilitation and Wellness Center. She was surrounded by her daughter Lesa and her honorary daughter Bernie. In the moments before her passing, Lucy listened to her favorite songs, to Lesa singing, and to her...

Mar 22, 2026

Ronald John Bjork, born on February 16, 1943, in Ironwood, Michigan, passed away peacefully on March 22, 2026, in Rawlins, Wyoming, surrounded by his loved ones. He was a man deeply respected and admired for his unwavering willingness to help anyone in need and for the warm companionship he extended to all who knew him.

Mr. Bjork’s professional life was marked...

Mar 9, 2026

Ralph Terry Harper, 78, passed away peacefully, leaving behind a legacy of hard work, love for family, and a deep appreciation for both the outdoors and the simple beauty of everyday life.

Born on November 9, 1947, Ralph lived a life rooted in meaningful connections and the things he loved most. He was a devoted husband to his wife, Marilee Harper,...

Mar 5, 2026

Thomas L. Skidgel, 78, of Rawlins, Wyoming, passed away peacefully on March 5, 2026, in Rawlins, Wyoming, surrounded by his loving family.

Tom was born May 29, 1947, in Rawlins, Wyoming, to Thomas A. Skidgel and Sara Ann Woods Skidgel. Shortly after his birth, the family moved to Sacramento, California, where he lived until 1960, when they returned to Rawlins. Tom...