Wyoming obituaries, Oct. 4-10

Rex started a lifelong love of coaching with a little league team in Torrington in 1961 while attending Eastern Wyoming College.  He married his high school sweetheart in November 1961.  That relationship produced three daughters; Susan Elaine and twins Cathy Lynn and Cindy Lee.  The marriage ended in 1977.  Barbara Lee Brekke became his bride in 1978, and Rex adopted her son Ted.

Rex’s education included an Associate of Business at EWC, Bachelor’s Degree at Oregon State, Master’s Degree at Northern Arizona University, and graduate stints at O.U. and NMSU.  His vocational activities included coaching in various sports from the age of 18 through 74, majoring in wrestling for more than 35 years, including his last 10 years of coaching in Thermopolis. 

Rex’s love of competition led him to the game of Bridge, where, with excellent partners, he achieved the rank of Silver Life Master. 

Rex was preceded in death by his parents Jim and Dorothy Clothier, beloved wife Barbara, his brother Harvey (Myrna) Clothier, and sister Dorothy Ehrman.  He is survived by his brother Gary (Ruth) Clothier, his son Ted Clothier, his daughters Susan (Frank) Martinez, Cathy (Greg) Bryant, Cindy (Keith) Baker, six grandchildren, 14 great grandchildren, and several nieces and nephews.

Rex wrote:

“I have valued my time on earth through loving parents, my precious Barbara, son Ted, daughters Susan, Cathy, and Cindy, and dear friends and students who encouraged me and brought joy and fulfillment to me.  I look forward to a heavenly reunion.”

To send flowers to the family or plant a tree in memory of Rex James Clothier, please visit the Mortimore Funeral Home floral store.

She attended schools in Rock Springs, Wyoming. Marjorie was a proud graduate of Rock Springs High School, class of 1960. After completing her education, she dedicated 35 years of her life as a custodian for the Sweetwater County School District #1, retiring in 2003. Her dedication and care left an indelible mark on countless students and staff throughout the years.

Marjorie was a vibrant soul who cherished outdoor activities such as fishing and camping. She was an avid reader and had a fondness for gambling. Most importantly, she treasured the time spent with her family and friends, creating memories to last a lifetime.

Marjorie’s life was filled with love, dedication, and service to her family and community. She is lovingly remembered by her children: son Steve Dernovich and his wife Leanna of Rock Springs, Wyoming; daughters Crystal Shafer and her companion Chuck Lee of Lake of the Ozarks, Missouri; Marty Dernovich of Reliance, Wyoming; and Kelli Kern and her husband David of Rock Springs, Wyoming. Marjorie also leaves behind her cherished grandchildren, Phillip Shafer and his wife Chelsea, and Crystan Wilkinson and her husband Cody, as well as four great-grandchildren who brought her immense joy. She is survived by several cousins, nieces, and nephews.

She is preceded in death by her beloved husband, August G. Dernovich, her parents, Fred and Myrna Bates, and her sister Leora Bates.

The family respectfully requests donations in Marjorie’s memory be made to Mount Lily #10 Eastern Star, 313 Agate Street, Rock Springs, Wyoming 82901. These contributions will honor her legacy and continue the support of causes dear to her heart.

Funeral Services will be conducted 11:00 am Wednesday, October 7, 2026 at Vase Funeral Chapel, 154 Elk Street, Rock Springs, Wyoming. Graveside Services and Interment will be in the Rest Haven Memorial Gardens.

Friends and family are invited to leave condolences at www.vasefuneralhomes.com.

Marjorie’s generous spirit, loving nature, and enduring strength will be profoundly missed by all who were fortunate to know her. Her memory will live on in the hearts of her family and friends forever.

To send a flower arrangement in memory of Marjorie L. Dernovich, please click here to visit the Vase Funeral Home sympathy store.

After graduating from Snoqualmie High School, he ventured to Alaska.

While in Alaska, he served in the Army for two years, from 1951–1953, in Fairbanks at Ladd Field.

This is where he met his future wife, Ann.

They married on June 6, 1953.

In Alaska, they raised three children, Patrice, John, and Nicholas.

Paul loved living in Alaska.

He enjoyed hunting, fishing, being a pilot, and being a big-game guide.

In 1986, after the children were settled in their careers, Paul and Ann moved to Cheyenne.

Paul is survived by his wife of 73 years and their three children.

He is also survived by two granddaughters and three great-grandchildren.

Vigil for the Deceased will be held on Monday October 12 at 6pm at the Church of the Holy Trinity. Funeral Mass will be held the following day, Tuesday October 13 at 10am also at Holy Trinity with a light luncheon being held downstairs after Mass at approximately 11:00 a.m. Everyone is also welcome to join the family to the Cheyenne National Cemetery on Hildreth Road for burial and military honors happening at 1pm.

In lieu of flowers, please donate to a charity of your choosing, if you wish.

Janet lived a life marked by hard work, generosity, and devotion to the people she loved. She worked in many different aspects of the food and beverage industry, bringing her strong work ethic to each role she held. Determined and capable, she also earned her GED while working at Portion Foods in Greeley, Colorado, an accomplishment that reflected both her persistence and her commitment to moving forward.

She was known as a workaholic, stubborn in the way that often comes with strength, and above all, a woman with a heart of gold. Janet would do anything for anybody, and that spirit of giving showed itself again and again throughout her life. She was always creating with her hands—sewing, crocheting, and working on the looms—and she delighted in making things for others. She sewed clothes for her children, and those acts of care became part of the fabric of family life. She also enjoyed traveling and shopping, and she carried her sense of humor and confidence with her everywhere, even shopping with her curlers in.

Some of the memories she leaves behind are simple, warm, and unforgettable. As a kid, you would not want to walk past her without refilling her coffee cup. She always seemed to be sewing or crocheting for somebody, keeping her hands busy and her heart open. These everyday moments captured the love, energy, and unmistakable personality that made Janet so special to those around her.

Janet is survived by her daughters; Tanee Schreiner, Tonee(George) Grubbs, Trinee Seymour and Terri Gonzales. Through them, her love, strength, and example continue on, and her family will carry forward the many lessons she taught through both her words and her actions.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Donald and Opal Keever, as well as her five siblings.

Janet will be remembered with deep love for her determination, her generosity, her humor, and the many ways she cared for others. Her memory will remain a lasting blessing to her family and all who knew her.

No services will be held. There will be a spreading of her late husband, Lloyd, and their dog, Daisy, along with Debra’s cremains, in their special place – the Snowy Range Mountains.

Ralph was born on March 4, 1935, in Afton, Wyoming, to Clarence Taylor and Viona Williamson Taylor. One of six children, he grew up surrounded by the mountains, rivers, and ranchlands of Star Valley. He remembered its beauty with deep affection throughout his life. From his parents, he learned integrity, loyalty to family, gratitude for the Savior, and a willingness to work hard—lessons that shaped the man he became.

Ralph attended Brigham Young University, where he studied animal husbandry—the care and breeding of livestock—and participated on the livestock judging team. In 1955, he was called to serve in the East Central States Mission of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. His experiences as a missionary and the friendships he formed remained precious to him. Decades later, he returned to places where he had served and found joy in discovering how seeds of faith had continued to grow.

While on his mission, Ralph began corresponding with Patricia Jones, a young woman he had first dated in high school. Their letters became the beginning of a lifelong partnership. On June 19, 1957, Ralph and his beloved “Patty” were married in the Salt Lake Temple. Together, they raised ten children. In his life story, he wrote with enduring tenderness and admiration for her character, goodness, and faith.

Ralph served in the United States Army, receiving training in radio teletype communications and serving with the 69th Signal Battalion at Fort Meade, Maryland.

After his military service, he and Patty returned west to build their home and raise their growing family.

Ranching and farming were an important part of Ralph’s life. He worked alongside his father and later operated a dairy and cattle farm near Hamilton, Montana, in the Bitterroot Valley. He approached the work with determination, ingenuity, and an interest in finding better ways to do things. Yet he understood that his greatest riches were found beyond the farm. Reflecting on his life, he wrote, “I have a good family, and I have the gospel.”

His faith guided his choices and his desire to serve. Ralph served in many church callings, including twice as bishop. In Dillon, Montana, he cared for his congregation while also running a ranch and raising a large family with Patty. He later served as bishop of the Idaho City Ward, which encompassed more than 100 square miles. In each calling, he encouraged people to care for one another, reach out to their neighbors, and put love into action through service. Later in life, Ralph and Patty also served a mission together in Texas, giving him the opportunity to return to missionary service with his beloved wife by his side.

Ralph also had a playful sense of humor. His life story includes youthful adventures, family pranks, and mishaps he could laugh about afterward. Alongside those stories are heartfelt expressions of gratitude for the people who taught, helped, and loved him.

Preserving family history mattered deeply to Ralph. He wanted his children and grandchildren to know their ancestors and understand the experiences that had shaped their family. By recording his own memories, he left them a lasting gift: his voice, his testimony, and a window into the life he had lived.

Ralph’s legacy lives on in his family and in the example of faith, perseverance, gratitude, and service he leaves behind.

Ralph was preceded in death by his wife, Patricia, and two sons, Joe and James. He is survived by eight children: Cregg (Lori), Susan Dent (Reed), Leanna Lundell (Gary), Sam (Chris), Heidi Milburn (Trace), Rebecca Peterson (David), Clarence (Bonnie), and Milton (Marie). He is also survived by his sister, Claire Speirs, and many grandchildren and great-grandchildren. In lieu of flowers, please donate to the Church of Jesus Christ of Latterday Saints missionary fund.

To send flowers or plant a memorial tree in memory, please visit Schwab Mortuary & Crematory’s flower store.

A native of Saint Louis, Missouri’s Leduc Street, Sheila was a 1984 graduate of Kennard Navy ROTC Academy High School while working part-time at Children’s Hospital, Boatman Bank and as a summer intern at KMOX-KHTR-KLOU Radio Station where she became fond of making runs for their sports director, Jack Buck, a future hall-of-famer. A long-delayed nursing career was finally realized in 2012-2013 with an Associate Degree of Science, Sheridan College, membership in Phi Theta Kappa Academic Honor Society, a state CNA license and supervisor’s consent to LPN level wages.

Sheila moved to Laramie in 2018 to pursue a double major in Nursing and Social Work from the University, but was slowed by congestive heart failure during the pandemic. Sheila is survived by her husband, Cameron E. Treeby; her mother, Cleola Sales, Buffalo, Wyoming; brother and sister, Willie Phillips and Veronica Phillips, both of St. Louis; sons Alexander Parks, Laramie, and Donovan Smith of Palmdale, California. A Committal Service will be held Friday, October 30, 2:00 P.M. at West Texas Veterans’ Cemetery in Lubbock, Texas. Memorial donations to: Outriders Ranch Dog Association, P.O. Box 2336, Laramie, Wyoming, 82073, in Sheila’s memory. Visit Outridersranch.org website for more information.

Carl was a man who took pride in his work. He worked for Anderson Painting and loved what he did. He also owned his own business, Mr. V Painting. In every job he took on, Carl brought precision and care, making sure each customer was satisfied. His dedication to his craft and the pride he carried in his work will be remembered by those who knew him and by the people whose homes and spaces he helped improve.

He is survived by his brother, Ben VanScoy, who carries forward his memory with love.

Carl was preceded in death by his father, Ralph VanScoy; his mother, Anna VanScoy; and his brother, Bernard VanScoy.

Carl will be remembered for his hardworking spirit, his commitment to doing a job well, and the care he gave through his work. May his memory bring comfort to those who knew and loved him.