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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...
Cynthia Lou Hemker
Jan 29, 2026
Cynthia Lou Hemker, age 68, passed away peacefully on January 29, 2026, at Evanston Regional Hospital. She was born on March 18, 1957, in Rock Springs, Wyoming.
Cindy was a loving and devoted wife, mother, and friend whose life was centered around caring for others. She spent much of her career as a bartender, a role that perfectly reflected her...
Paul W. Holwuttle Jr.
Jan 25, 2026
Paul W. Holwuttle Jr., passed away on January 25, 2026, in Evanston, Wyoming, at the age of 89. Born on October 13, 1936, in Lincoln, Nebraska, Paul lived a life filled with passion for his family and a love for the simple joys of life. He married Janet Elaine Harris on June 30, 1956.
Paul dedicated 30 years of his career...
Thomas Edward Brown
Jan 23, 2026
Our beloved father, grandfather and great grandfather, Thomas Edward Brown, passed away peacefully January 23, 2026, at his home in Peoa, Utah, at the age of 92.
He was born March 3, 1933, in Ogden, Utah, to Thomas Edward Brown and Lorea Lee Hickman. He grew up in the small town of Rockport, Utah, where despite living in a small house...
Jane Kallas
Jan 21, 2026
Jane Elizabeth Barton Kallas 97 left this earthly life peacefully back to her Heavenly Father on Wednesday, January 21, 2026. She was born on May 23, 1928, in Evanston, the daughter of John and Annie (Crompton) Barton.
She was an awesome and amazing daughter, sister, wife, mom, grandma, great grandma, great, great grandma, aunt, friend and neighbor. Jane married Fred Kallas...
Paul Robert Smith
Jan 20, 2026
Paul Robert Smith passed away tragically on Tuesday, January 20, 2026, after being struck in an auto-pedestrian accident.
Paul was born on February 5, 1947, in Murray, Utah, to Alfred and Lucy Smith. He spent his childhood in Kamas and Delta, Utah—places he always carried with him. Those small towns helped shape Paul into the steady, familiar presence many came to...
Edward "Nelson" Bowie
Jan 20, 2026
Edward “Nelson” Bowie was born on February 13, 1936, in Cheyenne, Wyoming, to Fred and Edith Bowie. He spent his early years in Wyoming before moving to Cañon City, Colorado, and later to the Greeley area.
In October 1955, Ed enlisted in the United States Marine Corps. During his service, he was stationed in Guam, where he distinguished himself as a...
Jana Lynne Bigelow
Jan 20, 2026
Jana Lynne Bigelow passed away January 20, 2026, after a battle with cancer. Jana was born on February 19, 1951, to John and Rose Bigelow.
Jana loved crocheting, needle point, sewing, and spending time with her grandchildren.
Jana is survived by her children, grandchildren, and brothers. She is preceded in death by her parents.
Family will receive visitors Friday, January 23, 2026, from...
Kevin Raymond Kohl Sr.
Jan 18, 2026
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Kevin Raymond Kohl Sr., who left us on January 18, 2026, at the age of 63. Born on July 18, 1962, in Norfolk, NE, Kevin lived a vibrant life filled with love for God, family, and friends.Kevin was a devoted husband to his beloved wife, Connie Kohl. He was...
Martha E. Snyder Yasuda M.D.
Jan 16, 2026
With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Martha Yasuda, who left us on January 16, 2026, at the age of 72.
Born on September 2, 1953, in Somerset, Ohio, Martha was the beloved daughter of Arthur and Margaret E. (Harlan) Snyder. She graduated from Sheridan High School in Thornville, Ohio, in 1971, before earning her Bachelor of Science degree from...
Rita Stokes
Jan 16, 2026
Rita Eva (Bevilaqua) Stokes, age 95, passed away peacefully on January 16, 2026, in Heber, UT. She was a long-time resident of Kamas and a member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints.
Rita Eva Bevilaqua Stokes was born on February 22, 1930, in Richmond, CA to her parents Giovanni ("John") Bevilaqua and Angiolina ("Lena") (Viola) Bevilaqua. She...
Louise Wright Pace
Jan 13, 2026
Louise Wright Pace, 87, of Wanship, Utah, passed away peacefully on January 13, 2026 in Heber City, Utah.
She was born in Hoytsville, Utah on June 4, 1938, daughter of Jesse and Euphemia “Faye” Wright. She graduated from North Summit High School in 1956, soon after she married the love of her life DA Pace.
They married in July of 1957 and...
Kevin Thomas Burkett
Jan 10, 2026
Kevin Thomas Burkett, 57, of Lyman, passed away January 10, 2026, at home after a battle with cancer. Kevin was born November 5,1968, to Thomas Leroy and Virginia Mary Sparrow Burkett in Norfolk, Virginia. He married the love of his life Christy Dawn Long on December 10, 1991.
Kevin enjoyed hunting, fishing, camping, and riding his most prized possession Rosey. Kevin...
Sandra Gaye Hayes
Jan 6, 2026
Sandra Gaye Sutherland Hayes, 81, wife, mother, grandmother, teacher, neighbor, and friend, passed away January 6, 2026, peacefully in her sleep with the love of her life of 32 years close by.
She was born on March 17, 1944 to Wesley Lesley Voth & Georgia Ernestine (Yoakley) Voth.
Sandy grew up in Colorado. Sandy excelled in Spanish. She served in the Peace...
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