Recent Obituaries in Rawlins, Wyoming
Kenneth R. Sjolin
Jul 10, 2025
The world became less bright when Kenneth R. Sjolin, 69, passed away unexpectedly on July 10th, 2025, sooner than our hearts were ready, at their retirement home built at the base of the Rawlins Uplift. He left behind a lifetime of memories filled with adventure, love and laughter. Born on May 25, 1956, the son of Otto I. Sjolin, Jr.,...
Kathryn Michele King
Jul 6, 2025
Kathryn Michele King
September 28, 1961 - July 6, 2025
Age 63- Rawlins Wyoming
We cherish the memories of Kathryn Michele King who has courageously departed into the next step of her journey to be with loved ones that have been waiting. Kathryn was a woman of extraordinary strength, quiet grace, and unwavering resilience. As a widowed mother, she raised her two sons...
Robert James Bustos, Sr.
Jul 5, 2025
Robert James Bustos Sr., 66, of Rawlins, Wyoming, passed away on July 5, 2025, in a UTV accident in the Sierra Madre Mountains. He was surrounded by his loving family doing what he loved most: being outdoors and with those he cherished.
Born on March 22, 1959, in Rawlins, Robert was a proud Wyoming native known for his unmatched work ethic,...
"Sue" Mary F. Kunsman
Jun 26, 2025
Mary F. Kunsman, lovingly known as “Sue,” passed away peacefully in her sleep at her home in Rawlins, Wyoming, on June 26, 2025, at the age of 74.
Sue was born on July 20, 1950, in Tampa Bay, Florida, and grew up with a spirited heart and a generous soul. After graduating from high school in Knoxville, Tennessee in 1968, she...
Twila Mae Hawbaker
Jun 22, 2025
Twila Mae (Cloyd) Hawbaker passed away June 22, 2025, at the age of 78 in Rawlins, Wyoming surrounded by her family after a short battle with health issues.
Twila was born October 21, 1946, in Hamburg, Iowa to parents Vernon Leroy “Jack” Cloyd and Ruby Mae (Keys) Cloyd.
She attended school in Estherville, Iowa and graduated...
Ralph Jump
Jun 20, 2025
Ralph Jump went to his Heavenly Father on June 20, 2025, at the age of 81.
Ralph met the love of his life, Robin, when he began helping guide hunts for Saratoga Safari, a business owned by Robin’s uncle. Their bond was immediate, and together they built a life rooted in love, strength, and perseverance. They were blessed with six children—four...
Maureen Judy Shillinger
Jun 17, 2025
Maureen Judy Shillinger, cherished by many and lovingly known as Judy, passed away on June 17, 2025, surrounded by her family in Cheyenne, Wyoming, following a brief illness. Born on September 2, 1962, in Rawlins, Wyoming, Judy lived a life full of joy, dedication, and deep connection with those she loved.
A proud graduate of Rawlins High School in 1981, Judy...
James Kirk Gustafson
Jun 14, 2025
Celebrating the life of James (Jim) Kirk Gustafson.
James was born on May 13, 1982, in Murray, Utah, to parents Linden and Lisa Gustafson. James was followed by six siblings Amanda, Daniel, Christopher, Mike, Kira and Cody. Jimmy was always coming up with crazy wild west shows as a child and would always have his siblings perform different parts. His sister...
Margaret E. Espy
Jun 4, 2025
Margaret Evelyn Grieve Espy, known to all her dear friends as Peg, died on June 4th, 2025. Peg was born on December 22nd, 1934, and was a lifelong resident of Carbon County, living on the family ranch in Savery, Wy and later, the ranch Rawlins.
Peg grew up in the Little Snake River Valley on the Grieve Family Ranch that her...
Nancy L. Vargas
Jun 1, 2025
In Loving Memory of Nancy Vargas -
Nancy Vargas passed away peacefully at home with family by her side on June 1, 2025. She was 73 years old. Born Nancy Lorayn Anderson on December 12, 1951, in Indianapolis, Indiana, to Robert McClelland Anderson and Betty Louise (Sears), the family eventually moved to Independence Missouri where she graduated from...
John A. Maffoni
May 31, 2025
John Alfred Maffoni passed away peacefully at home on May 31, 2025, surrounded by his loved ones. He will be remembered for his devotion to family, loyalty to friends, passion for education, and deep love for Wyoming. His larger-than-life presence will be greatly missed by all who knew him.
He was born on July 6, 1934, to John and Mary Maffoni...
Frederick W. Smith
May 20, 2025
Frederick William Smith was born in Casper, Wyoming on April 3rd, 1940, to William P. Smith and Nelle Cannady Smith and passed away on May 20th, 2025. He grew up in Sinclair, Wyoming and graduated from Rawlins High School in 1958. Fred attended Scottsbluff Junior College in Scottsbluff, Nebraska on a basketball scholarship and went on to attend the University...
Leone M. Hay
May 18, 2025
Leone Hay, of Fort Steele, passed away in the early morning hours of Sunday, May 18, 2025 at Memorial Hospital of Carbon County in Rawlins, Wyoming. Vigil will be held on May 29 at 6:00PM and Funeral Mass on May 30, 2025 at 10:00 AM. Both services will be at St. Joseph’s Catholic Church in Rawlins, WY. Private burial will...
Pauline T. Martinez
May 15, 2025
Pauline T. Martinez, a cherished matriarch, passed away peacefully at the Memorial Hospital of Carbon County in Rawlins, Wyoming, on May 15, 2025, at the age of 74. Born on August 5, 1950, Pauline lived a life brimming with love, laughter, and compassion, touching the hearts of all who were fortunate enough to know her.
Pauline was a beacon of warmth...
Rod Lee Milliken
May 11, 2025
Rod Lee Milliken, 56, of Rawlins, Wyoming passed away on May 11th, 2025 peacefully in his home.
Rod was born on August 20th, 1968 to Robert Terry and Anita Milliken of Rawlins, Wyoming. After graduating from Rawlins High School in 1986 he went on to study at WyoTech to begin a career in mechanics in the automotive industry. After graduation he...
Ronald Irvin Eaton
May 7, 2025
Ronald Irvin Eaton, 77, of Sinclair, Wyoming, passed away peacefully on May 7, 2025, just one day after celebrating his 77th birthday.
A lifelong resident of Sinclair, Ron was a proud and dedicated member of the community. He worked as an operator at the Sinclair Refinery for over 45 years, where he was known for his strong...
Becky Ann Strand
May 7, 2025
It is with devastating sadness that the family announces, longtime Rawlins resident, Becky Strand, passed away early on the morning of May 7th, 2025, at the age of 72. Becky was born in New Orleans, Louisiana, on December 17th, 1952. She spent her early life in and around New Orleans, part of a large and close knit Scots Irish family,...
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