Zeta Rae Grant: 1938 – 2024
Zeta Rae Grant, a beloved daughter, wife, mother grandmother, and great grandmother passed away on August 31, 2024, at the age of 86, with her family by her side.
On, July 13, 1938 Zeta Rae was born to Ardis Bowman and Hazel Marie Dunn.
Zeta spent her childhood in Texas, attending High School in White Settlement, Texas, later receiving her GED. While raising her children, she spent years working as a waitress and bartender, as well as spent a few years working at The Dallas- Love Airport. Zeta went to work for General Dynamics constructing wiring harnesses for the airline and with this career she later retired.
After a few marriages and six children, or as some may say, her treasured six-pack, Zeta met Jack Grant. Zeta and Jack were married in 1979. It did not take much time for Jack to earn the name “Daddy”.
In 1996, Zeta and Jack would move from Texas to Gillette to be closer to their children and grandchildren.
Zeta lived a vibrant life. She had a love for anything blingy. There was not a day that you would find her without her nails done, the color Red was forever a favorite. Jewelry was always a must; never to be without a ring on her finger and toe or earrings in her ears.
Zeta had a weakness for any knickknack that was a rooster or a snowman. Her home was encompassed in many.
Dogs, a lifelong companion. For years, Zeta bred poodles, and with her last litter, she would then have her 10+ year companion Gabby. Gabby was pampered as a human and never left her side. With her passing, she would then gain Dante. He became her travel partner, shopping partner, and most will never forget, her nail partner. She cared for him as if he was one of her own. Dante was by her side until her passing.
Over the last 20+ years, Zeta has found her home surrounded by many that would call her a friend. She made a community from her neighbors; always enjoying their lunch dates and time together.
Her voice will be missed, and her sayings will forever live. There will be a void left for many, but the joy she left behind will never be forgotten.
Preceded in death by her parents; three children: Jesse Sullivan, William Grubbs, and Hedi Moffit.
Survived by daughter, Gwendolyn Fullington of Fort Worth Texas; son, Ricky Grubbs, of Burleson Texas; son, Joe Michael Grubbs of Fort Worth Texas; son-in- law, Brian Moffit of Weatherford, Texas; and a vast number of grandchildren; great-grandchildren; and great-great-grandchildren.
The family would like to express extra gratitude to the staff of Parkview Apartments and all who have assisted in ensuring her care.
Otis Charles Griffith: 1947 – 2024
On the bright and sunny morning of September 1, 2024, Otis Charles Griffith (age 77) of Moorcroft, Wyoming was welcomed into the arms of Jesus with his devoted wife, Linda, of nearly 56 years at his side.
The oldest of three children, he was born to Lyle and Juanita (Deeder) Griffith in Gillette, Wyoming. He grew up on the family ranch with his two sisters, Carol (Dewey) and Sandy (Wilder). He loved playing mechanic on old cars, fishing and riding horses. He could always find mischief to get into with his friends.
Otis graduated from Moorcroft High School in 1965 and later that fall attended a Denver automotive trade school and countless other training programs throughout his career. He later trained high school kids to become mechanics through the COE program.
He married the love of his life, Linda Kay (Holmes), in 1969 and they started a family right away having three adorable, yet spirited, children. He loved to dance and even took ballroom dancing classes with his wife and friends. Otis could be romantic and occasionally would ask Linda to dance in the living room. In the early days of their marriage, they attended many rodeos and dances and made great memories with friends and family. He had a quiet but deep love for the Lord, except when they would attend church where he loved to dance and clap up and down the aisles, always just a little off-beat.
He was always a hard worker and could fix just about anything. He once had a “truck of many colors.” He assembled doors, a hood, and tailgate from other trucks of all different colors much like the Johnny Cash song, “One Piece at a Time.” It was a sight to behold!
Otis was one of the most generous individuals you would ever meet. He owned a repair shop in the 80s and would often find people broken down on the side of the road and tow them home, offer to fix their vehicle, and let them stay in our house, (yikes)! This led to meeting some really interesting, and sometimes sketchy, but always wonderful people. He taught us all to be kind and giving. He was a very talented mechanic and over the course of his career. He worked on everything from passenger vehicles, heavy equipment, haul trucks, and drills. He would later be known as “The Drill Doctor.”
Otis had a passion for hunting, snowmobiling, music, laughing, and photography. If there was a camera around, he had a twinkle in his eye. Taking pictures of his family and getting his picture taken always made him smile. He spent countless hours organizing and listening to his western music. He loved to hunt with his Remington 700 .25-06 and gutting a deer with an Old Timer three-blade knife. He never carried or used a hunting knife. He loved to snowmobile with his family and friends and could sometimes get a bit adventurous, occasionally losing his child off his arms sending him sliding through the snow. He always looked forward to taking his family to Evans Plunge where they made many good memories.
Later in life, he was blessed with many grandchildren who remember him fondly. Sometimes to keep them entertained, he would give them 2x4s and let them pound nails into them or a piece of plywood and have them remove all the nail. Of course, Papa had so many hammers they each had one to use. He would then take them out for a burger or 4-wheeler riding.
Otis never met a stranger and seemed to know the ancestry of every family in Crook County and somehow always became part of the conversation. Otis, though not a perfect man always loved his family fiercely. He will be missed greatly and remembered fondly by all who knew him.
Otis was preceded in death by his parents, Lyle and Juanita; sister, Carol; child, Terry Lynn; father-in-law, Clinton Holmes; grandparents; aunts; and uncles.
Otis is survived by his wife, Linda; his sons, Mark (Lisa) Griffith, John (Heather) Griffith; daughter, Eliza (Justin) Biesheuvel; sister, Sandy (Pat) Wilder; (10) grandchildren: Brittany (Trevor) Johnson, Austin Griffith, Jordan (Jonathan) Bergeron, Alexis Griffith, Banning Griffith, Michael Daniels, Kevin Hamelton, Tommy Mason, Lori Daniels and Madison Allin; (6) great grandchildren: Lincoln, Reese, Evelyn (Johnson) Patton, Clara (Bergeron), Kye (Posche); and countless other nieces and nephews, family, and friends.
