Wesley Ray McKenney: 1941 – 2024
Wesley Ray McKenney, 83 of Gillette, Wyoming, passed away Wednesday, September 25, 2024
A memorial service for Wesley McKenney will be held at 11 a.m. Friday, October 4, 2024, at Prince of Peace Lutheran Church with Rev. Dr. Eugene Zeller officiating; inurnment to follow at Mt. Pisgah Cemetery.
Robert Royal Thompson: 1981 – 2024
Robert Royal Thompson, 43, of Casper, Wyoming, passed away on Wednesday, September 25, 2024. Born in Lebanon, Oregon, in 1981, Robert brought joy and kindness to all who knew him.
He is survived by his beloved daughter, Kadence Thompson; his fiancée, Sarah Blanton; his parents, Imagean and Dick Thompson; his sisters, Sheila Thornton and Mary Schenk; his brothers-in-law, Norman Schenk and Michael Thornton; his nieces, Hope Schenk and Rhianna Thornton; and his nephew, Taylor Thornton. Robert was also dearly loved by his three dogs, Buddha, Sassy, and Coco, who will miss him deeply. He had a special bond with them, teaching them tricks that delighted everyone around.
Robert worked as a heavy equipment operator, most recently at J and B Manufacturing, and previously at Brutill Construction, where he was well-loved by his colleagues. Known for his generous spirit, Robert was always ready to lend a hand, whether mowing neighbors’ lawns or assisting with other tasks. His mischievous sense of humor and a heart of gold made him unforgettable, and he will be deeply missed by all who knew him.
In his free time, Robert enjoyed trick and stunt kite flying, restoring old tractors, and participating in tractor pulls. He especially loved racing at the Green Acre Corn Maze. His passion for the outdoors and his talent for bringing old equipment back to life were a reflection of his creativity and love of hard work.
A memorial service will be held on Wednesday, October 2, 2024, at 1 p.m. at Newcomer’s Funeral Home, located at 710 East 2nd Street in Casper, Wyoming. The service will also be live-streamed on the funeral home’s website at newcomercasper.com.
The family invites you to share a memory of Robert or leave a message of condolence on the funeral home’s website. In lieu of flowers, contributions to help cover funeral expenses would be greatly appreciated.
