Keith Edward Hammond: 1984 – 2024
Keith Edward Hammond was born on May 10, 1984, in Greeley, Colorado, to Jeffrey and Carlene Hammond.
He passed away on July 3, 2024, outside of Douglas, Wyoming, while at work. He is survived by his parents, Jeffrey and Carlene Hammond of Casper, Wyoming; the love of his life, Paige Harris of Casper, Wyoming; his children: Ashton Hammond, Alicia Hammond, Breckyn Hammond, Gabriella Hammond, and Adelia Hammond, all of Casper, Wyoming; siblings: Robin Paulsen of Casper, Wyoming, Krisandra (Brandon) Lally of Indiana, Samantha Hammond (Kevin Geist) of Casper, Wyoming, Kyle Hammond (Kristina Flores) of Casper, Wyoming, and Nickolas and Jacqueline Proebstel of Montana; grandmother, Patricia Proebstel of Montana; nieces and nephews: Damion (Mya) Howle, Cole (Halee) Paulsen, Bo Paulsen, Naomi Lally, Brandon Lally Jr., Nicholas Lally, Kaydence Geist, Joshua Hammond, McKenzie Geist, Ostara Hammond, Corbin Hewitt, Erykah Hewitt, and Thomas Hewitt; many aunts, uncles, other family members; and friends also survive him.
Keith was happiest when he was spending time with his large family. You could often find him sleeping at family gatherings. Keith had a great sense of humor that left you speechless. He could always be found on his BMX bike in his younger days. He enjoyed fishing, eating, watching football with his dad, anything that involved his children, and riding his one-wheel. His last adventure was taking his best friend, Adelia, on a four-mile ride on his one-wheel while she joined him on her scooter. Keith was a hard-working family who always sacrificed to provide for his family.
After the tragic loss of his nephew, Cruz Paulsen, Keith’s approach to expressing his love underwent a profound change. He became more vocal about his love, never parting without saying ‘I love you’ or giving a big bear hug.
Keith was preceded in death by his paternal grandparents, LaRoy and Helen Hammond; maternal grandparents, Carl and Helen Stinson; granddad, Graham Proebstel; his biological father, Jeff Proebstel; aunts, Linda Jones and Kathy Womack; brother, Jeffrey Hammond Jr., and nephew, Cruz Paulsen.
Details about Keith Edward Hammond’s memorial services are being finalized and will be announced later.
Instead of flowers, a GoFundMe account has been set up via Facebook.
Sue Boardman: 1946 – 2024
Velda “Sue” Boardman, 77, died on July 13, 2024, in Gillette, Wyoming. She was born on October 6, 1946 in DeKalb, Texas to Esma Lee (Harrison) and Leon Forsyth. Sue spent her childhood in West Texas. She spoke often of the times she spent with her grandparents at their country store and summers hoeing cotton. She graduated from High School in Midland, Texas.
She met her spouse, Jeff Eugene Williams, in Lamesa, Texas. They were married and had their first child, Lisa Renea Welch. They were transferred to Gillette, Wyoming in 1969 and quickly fell in love with the state and made it their home. Their second child, Stuart Eugene Williams, was born in 1972.
Sue worked as a library assistant and secretary at Westwood Elementary. She enjoyed working with the children and regularly saw many of them as adults out shopping. In 1985, Jeff passed away from an accident on the job. The next year, Sue retired from the school. She was active in the Girl Scouts as a troop leader. She was active with Jeff and her children in 4-H and FFA.
In 1989, she married local rancher, Earl Louis Boardman. She embraced her life on the ranch, helping Earl with haying, calving, branding and all that ranch life requires. She was active with the Campbell County Fire Department and they sponsored the Fire Truck for the Weston area at their ranch.
She is survived by her children: Lisa Welch (Clay), Stuart Williams, Raymond Freeburg (Kathy), Russell Boardman (Leslie), Glenn Boardman (Mauricio), Jeff Boardman (Shana Duncan); 16 grandchildren; and 16 great-grandchildren. She is also survived by her sisters, Charlene Johnson, Malinda Williams; and brother, Randy Williams.
She was preceded in death by Jeff Williams; and Earl Boardman; her parents, Esma Lee Williams, Leon Eugene Forsyth; step-dad, “Curly” Williams; and sister, Judy Turner.
Funeral services for Sue Boardman will be at 2:00 p.m. on Friday, July 19, 2024 at Gillette Memorial Chapel; with Chaplain Gordon Harper officiating; interment to follow at Mt. Pisgah Cemetery. Visitation will be 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m., Thursday, July 18, 2024 at Gillette Memorial Chapel. In lieu of flowers the family asks the memorials be sent to the Campbell County Fire Dept. 106 Rohan Ave., Gillette, WY 82716.
Eva Lucille Dabney: 1934 – 2024
Funeral service for Eva Dabney will be held at 10:00 a.m., Saturday, August 3, 2024 at Gillette Memorial Chapel in Gillette, WY=yoming with Bob Moore officiating; interment to follow in Arvada, Wyoming.
Visitation will be held from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m., Friday, August 2, 2024 at Gillette Memorial Chapel.
Eva Lucille Dabney, a beloved soul who touched the lives of many, passed away on July 15, 2024, in Gillette, Wyoming. She was born on November 10, 1934, in North Port, Nebraska, to John and Viola (Bricker) Middleswart. Eva was raised in the Seattle, Washington area and Arvada, Wyoming area. She married the love of her life, Fred R. Dabney, on November 29, 1952. Their bond stood strong for 45 beautiful years, during which they were blessed with seven children.
Eva, beloved by many, was a warm and loving soul who found joy in family gatherings and cherished moments spent together. Her kind heart and gentle demeanor endeared her to everyone she met. Eva’s love for camping, traveling, and crafting filled her days with happiness. She shared her passion for games like cribbage with those around her and always had a project in hand, whether it be sewing, knitting, or crocheting. Her presence brought light and cheer to all who knew her.
In the hearts of her surviving family members, Eva leaves behind a legacy of love and devotion. She is deeply missed by her children: Evelyn (Paul) Hendricks, Viola Rosebrook, Jody (Wayne) Porterfield Judy (Clifford) Swinyer, Virgil (Sondra) Dabney, Mary (Mike) Rodgers; her daughter-in-law, Valorie Dabney; as well as 16 grandchildren; numerous great-grandchildren; and numerous great-great-grandchildren, with another on the way.
Fred Dabney’s passing preceded hers, along with their son, John Dabney. Eva also joins her parents, John and Viola Middleswart; and a brother in eternal peace.
Eva’s presence illuminated the lives of all who had the privilege of knowing her. Her kindness and joy will be dearly missed but forever treasured in the hearts of those she leaves behind.
The family is requesting that all memorials be made to the Arvada Ladies Club.
Corinne May Jurack: 1946 – 2024
Corinne Mary Jurack, 78, born March 6, 1946, in Chicago, Illinois and died July 15, 2024 in Gillette, Wyoming, following illness related to leukemia.
Corinne is better known as Rene, a nickname she received from her younger sibling’s inability to pronounce her name. Rene lived most of her life in Lyons where her parents raised her. She graduated from St. Hugh Elementary and Nazareth Academy High School, attended Rosary College, and retired from Triton College. Rene loved her family and would do absolutely anything for her siblings and many nieces, nephews and great nieces and nephews. After retirement Rene ventured out and lived for a time in Phoenix, Arizona and Battle Mtn, Nevada making friends wherever she went, until when missing family in Illinois, she settled in Monee.
Rene loved flowers, gardening, fishing, and her Church, St. Boniface. Although she wasn’t one to join a group or club, she was always happy to help with events, and became one of the ‘go-to’ people for assistance in getting ready for Mass, distributing Communion, and doing readings. Rene regularly visited the sick and brought Communion to their home or at the nursing home. She also was a friend and helped her neighbors by doing things like bringing mail to those who weren’t able to get out, cleaning broken branches from a driveway, putting trash cans away, or walking a dog. Her generosity was evident when she shared baking from her kitchen, produce from her garden, or rides to appointments.
Following illness at the beginning of the year, Rene went to live with her sister, Mary-Jo, and family in Wyoming. Although she was not able to do everything, she was able to enjoy the yard, front porch swing, garden, animals, and flowers for her last few months.
Rene was preceded in death by parents, Johanne Jurack, and Stanley Jurack; her brothers, James, and John Jurac; and nephew, Mark Jurack.
She is survived by brother, Tom (Barb) Jurack from LaGrange Hlds, Illinois; sister, Lois Clarke from Milwaukee, Wisconsin; sister -in-law, Anne Marie Jurack of Luckey, Ohio; sister, Mary-Jo (Tom) Divis from Rozet, Wyoming; and brother, Paul Jurack from Chicago, Illinois. Also survived by her beloved nieces and nephews: Karyn Nagle-Matula, Mike (Lisa) Jurack, Shawn (Julia) Clarke, Amanda (Tom) Girard, Jeremy Clarke, James (Meddy)Jurack, Lindy (Brett)Wagner, Daniel (Kim Miller) Jurack, Jacob Divis, Christine (Cody)Kruger, Joe Jurack, Anne Jurack, Sara Jurack; and many grandnieces and nephews.
Funeral arrangements are in progress and will be held in Illinois with burial at Resurrection Cemetery.
Pamela Ann Lynch: 1954 – 2024
Pamela Ann Lynch passed away peacefully at home from a brief battle with ALS on July 12, 2024, at the age of 69.
Pamela was born on Sept 20, 1954 to Nels and Lucille (Reed) Norberg in Hot Springs, South Dakota; she was the youngest of five children. Pam graduated from Campbell County High School in 1972 and later worked for the school district until a work place injury in 1988.
In 1977 Pam married Earl Skiff; they were married until his death in 1984. In 1985, she married Rick Lynch and they were later divorced.
Pam was a faithful servant of the lord and was very active in her church, Holy Trinity Episcopal Church. The Bishop of Wyoming authorized her to be a worship leader in 2018. She was also a member of Daughters of the Cross. When she was diagnosed with ALS in January of this year, the first thing she said to ease the minds of her loved ones was that God had her and would take care of her. Even battling ALS, her faith never wavered.
Pam belonged to TOPS for 33 years. One of her proudest accomplishments was becoming State Queen in 1993, when she traveled to Charleston, WV to represent Wyoming at the regional convention. She was always an inspiration and cheerleader to the other members of the group.
Pam enjoyed going to ceramics at the Senior Center. When they were between teachers, she even taught the class. Besides ceramics, she loved going to lunch at the Senior Center, gardening in the Community Garden, caring for her beautiful indoor plants, and of course her guilty pleasure, professional wrestling.
Pam was loved by many, and they were lucky to have her in their lives. Several of her closest friends and family members will miss getting that early morning text telling them they were loved and to “have a blessed day.”
She is survived by her bother, Garry Norberg; step-sons, Jeremy and Scott Lynch; grandchildren, Hayden, Lexi, Landon, and Kira Lynch; several nieces and nephews; as well as her faithful cat, Guy. She was preceded in death by a son that she miscarried in 1985; her first husband; her parents; sisters, Patty Morsett, Barbara Tryon, and Jacquolyn Eby; nieces, Tammy McElwain and Kimm Stilwell; as well as her loving companion of 15 years, her dog, Pearly Girl.
Her family and friends would like to thank her neurologist Dr. Allen Gee, her primary care provider Amy Hawk, Campbell County Home Health & Hospice, as well her nurse Mindy and social worker Wendy . She received such loving care.
Funeral arrangements are currently being finalized.
Condolences may be sent to Emily Even, 909 Bobolink Ct, Gillette, WY 82716
In leu of flowers please consider making a donation to hospice, The Senior Center- ceramics, Hospice, or the N.E.W Community Health Foundation.
