Obituaries

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Mark Arthur Pasenelli

Mark Arthur Pasenelli

Mar 3, 2026

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Mark Arthur Pasenelli, born on January 30, 1962, in Perth Amboy, New Jersey. 

Mark left this world on March 3, 2026, in Evanston, Wyoming, surrounded by the love of his family and friends.

Mark was preceded in death by his father, but he is warmly remembered by his devoted mother, Dorothy...

Kyle Weston Gordon

Kyle Weston Gordon

Mar 3, 2026

It is with profound sadness that we share the unexpected passing of Kyle Weston Gordon, age 25, on March 3, 2026. He was a cherished son, brother, and friend who will be remembered for his sense of humor, kind heart, and accepting nature.

Kyle was born on September 23, 2000, in Logan, Utah, to Weston Cregg Gordon and Heather Godding...

Elaine Buell Atkinson

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

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...

John Burton

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...

Roy Edwin "Ed" Pennington

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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.

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

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

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

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...