Obituaries
Providing Funeral Services to Evanston, WY & Kamas, UT
John Burton
Feb 27, 2026
Born on June 22, 1944, to Harold and Violet Burton, John spent his life ranching on the Upper Bear River. He grew up on the ranch, raised his family on the ranch, and created wonderful memories with his wife, Carolyn, on the ranch. He seldom found reason to leave the ranch and rarely for more than three or four days...
Wyman Kay Ovard
Mar 10, 2026
Wyman "Kay" Ovard March 10, 2026 Wyman "Kay" Ovard, 79, of Evanston, Wyoming, passed away peacefully on March 10, 2026, leaving behind a legacy of hard work, generosity, and unforgettable memories. Kay was a man of many talents and passions. For over 30 years, he built a reputation as a skilled lead mechanic, earning respect for his ability to fix...
Karma Jackson Gilmore
Mar 10, 2026
Karma Jackson Gilmore was born in Randolph, Utah on October 18,1928 to Elmo and Isabelle (Jones) Jackson. She was 97 years old. She was the first-born child of eight children: Ada, Marvin, Marjorie, Morgan, Elmo (Moe), Myrtle, and Belva. Karma attended school in Randolph and later worked as a telephone operator. She met Joseph Fred Gilmore, who was the brother-in-law...
Lacee Sims
Mar 10, 2026
Lacee Sims passed away March 10, 2026 at her home in Evanston surrounded by her loving family.
"Memory has the power to gather roses in Winter"
I hope I have left enough good memories for my family to remember all the good even when it was hard. MoM
A celebration of her life will be announced at a later date....
Carlene Barker
Mar 9, 2026
Carlene Shaw Barker came into this world as the third daughter and third child of six children of Walter and Phoebe Shaw on August 23, 1936 and peacefully returned to her Heavenly Father on March 9, 2026.Carlene was a fun loving person; she most enjoyed spending time with family, especially at the cabin in the Uintas. She enjoyed reading Western novels...
Darnell J Bagley
Mar 7, 2026
Darnell J Bagley passed away March 7, 2026, in Evanston, WY after a valiant 16-year battle with cancer. He was born September 19, 1945, in Afton, WY to Loraine and Geraldine (Ranzenberg) Bagley.
Darnell was raised in Fairview, WY helping on his family ranch. He graduated from Star Valley High School in 1964, then served a mission in Western Canada before...
Stuart LeDell Sandness
Mar 5, 2026
Stuart LeDell Sandness passed away on the morning of March 5, 2026, in Evanston, Wyoming, after his battle with brain cancer. He was born on July 1, 1955, in Lamoure, North Dakota, to Vernon and Delores (Wollerman) Sandness.
Stuart grew up in North Dakota, where he developed a lifelong love for the outdoors. Much of his childhood was spent fishing, trapping,...
Vicky Lee Ricks
Mar 5, 2026
Our beloved Mom and Grandma, Vicky Lee Chestnut Ricks, 77, passed away at her home on March 5, 2026.
She was born in Park City, Utah on February 17, 1949, to Joseph and Gladys (Fisher) Chestnut.
She leaves behind her kids and numerous grandkids, Wesley (Connie) Chestnut of Duchesne, Michelle Clark of Evanston, Rena (Mike) O'Neal of Page AZ and William (Brianna)...
Elaine Buell Atkinson
Mar 1, 2026
Elaine Buell Atkinson passed away on March 1,2026, at the age of 70. Born December 2,1955 in Heber, Utah.
Elaine grew up in Heber with her 6 siblings. She was a member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints. She graduated from Wasatch High School class of 1974 and continued her education at Weber State College starting a lifelong...
Connie Lynn Whittaker
Feb 28, 2026
With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Connie Lynn Whittaker, who left us peacefully on February 28, 2026, at the age of 78. Born on August 21, 1947, in Kemmerer, Wyoming, Connie spent her life dedicated to her family and her work, particularly as a valued employee with Wal-Mart for over 30 years. Her warm spirit and commitment to...
Roy Edwin "Ed" Pennington
Feb 24, 2026
Roy Edwin Pennington, known throughout his life simply as Ed, passed away at his Loveland, Colorado home on February 24, 2026, at the age of 87.
Ed was born in Evanston, Wyoming, on April 24, 1938, to Homer Edwin Pennington and Annie Elizabeth Schofield Pennington. It was a difficult premature home birth, and a doctor later remarked that without the devoted...
Ralph Edward Werner
Feb 22, 2026
It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of our beloved husband, father, and grandfather, Ralph Edward Werner, age 75.
Ralph was born on April 22, 1950, in Quincy, Illinois, to Dorothy and Fred Werner. He was the oldest of five children, with two brothers and two sisters. Ralph graduated from Manitou Springs High School in Manitou Springs, Colorado,...
Robert Alan Fry
Feb 17, 2026
On February 17, 2026, Robert Alan Fry, a friend of the community, passed on.
He had the good fortune of being born in the best town in the world, Hershey, Nebraska, on July 11, 1946. There he picked up values about life, work, people, the land and even baseball.
During 5th grade, his teacher instilled the joy of...
Samuel Herbert Johnson
Feb 17, 2026
Samuel Herbert Johnson, 84, of Lyman, Wyoming, passed away at home on February 17th, 2026 with family and his beloved dog by his side. Born January 1, 1942 in Orem, Utah to Phyllis Pyne and Rell Johnson, Sam was known for his adventurous spirit. His family lived in Palmyra, Utah–a farm community where young Sam learned a strong work ethic...
Shirlene Milliner
Feb 15, 2026
Shirlene Milliner passed away peacefully on February 15, 2026, in Holladay, Utah. She was 90 years old.
Shirlene was born September 16, 1935, in Rexburg, Idaho, to Herman Eugene Wurst and Alberta Jacobs Wurst. She grew up in Sugar City and St. Anthony, Idaho. She spent her childhood working on the family farm, spending time with friends and family, and keeping...
Norma Goldie Stevens
Feb 14, 2026
Norma Stevens, born January 31, 1936 in Starksboro, Vermont. Passed away peacefully February 14, 2026 in Oakley, UT.
She leaves behind a legacy of love, service and dedication to family and community. She was the daughter of Ransom and Gladys Purinton. A bright and determined student. Norma graduated Valedictorian from Bristol High School in Bristol, Vermont.
She attended Brigham Young University for...
Craig Dale Black
Feb 10, 2026
Craig Dale Black, born October 9, 1954 to Elmer Dale and Eva Larane in Evanston, WY and passed away February 10, 2026. He grew up in Evanston where he learned to hunt and fish. He was part of the 4H Bit and Spur Posse. He worked for the Deseret Land & Livestock before going into the Army. He received his...
Juan Montoya
Feb 8, 2026
Juan Montoya, 87, of Evanston, WY passed away on February 8, 2026, in the comfort of his home surrounded by loved ones.
Born on April 18, 1938 in La Jara, New Mexico to Gomencinda Arguello and Miguel Montoya, Juan was the 2nd of four children, having two brothers and one sister. Juan met the love of his life, Patricia Munoz, a...
Teresa Michelle Coots
Feb 3, 2026
Teresa Michelle Coots, born on April 26, 1967, in Ypsilanti, Michigan, and passed away on Tuesday, February 3, 2026, in Evanston, Wyoming at the young age of 58. Teresa was a dedicated and spirited individual who made a lasting impact in every fact of her life, from her career to her beloved family.
In her professional life, Teresa worked as the...
Mary Lou Gunn
Feb 2, 2026
Mary Lou Gunn 88 years old passed away Monday, February 2 in Mesquite NV.
She was born May 23, 1937 in Goshen UT to Melissa Steele Lewis and Robert Arthur Lewis.
She married Rodney Allen Gunn on June 12, 1982 in Ogden, UT. Mary Lou was a member of the LDS Church and was raised in Goshen, UT and graduated high school...
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Crandall Funeral Home is a collection of obituaries for Evanston, WY & Kamas, UT. With services throughout Wyoming and into Utah. These obituaries are updated regularly, find local Evanston, Wyoming & Kamas, Utah obituaries and join us in celebrating memories and honoring their lives and legacies.
