Jacob Alton Hair: 1992 – 2025
Jacob Alton Hair, 33, of Gillette, Wyoming, went to be with his heavenly father on March 6, 2025.
Jacob was born on January 3, 1992, to Maria Louisa Negron in Shreveport, Louisiana. Jacob is survived by his stepdad, Jesse Buckendahl; his stepdad and stepmom, Richard and Linda Forth; his mother, Maria Negron; his best friend and soulmate, Danielle; his children: Israel Hair, Cyrus Hair, Sonny Hair-New, and Oakley Plush; his sisters: Ashley Hair, Samantha Baker, Tricia Forth; and his brother, Anthony Forth; as well as several nieces and nephews.
Jacob was preceded in death by his grandmother, Mary Vassal; and his brother, Daniel Hair.
Jacob was loved by so many and had a significant impact on people’s lives. He always loved with his whole heart. He will be truly missed.
Services in Celebration and Honor of Jacob will be held at Journey Church in Gillette, Wyoming on Saturday, March 15, 2025, at 1 p.m.
“For I know the plans I have for you,” declares the LORD, “plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future.” Jeremiah 29:11.
Chuck Hull: 1945 – 2025
Charles Everett “Chuck” Hull passed away peacefully at home on March 7 at the age of 79. He was born on July 9, 1945, in Lander, Wyoming to Lloyd and Betty Hull.
Chuck was a man of adventure, resilience, and unwavering dedication to his family and community. He was an avid outdoorsman from an early age, and found joy in fishing, hunting, and camping – pastimes he cherished throughout his life. While attending Riverton High School and Black Hills State University, he developed a passion for sports, particularly wrestling, which became a lifelong pursuit. That love extended into his 46-year career as an educator and coach, where he mentored countless students, both in the classroom and on the field. He believed in sacrifice, hard work, and perseverance, lessons he instilled not only in his players but in his own children.
Chuck could do just about anything. Before becoming a teacher, he worked construction, carpentry, and as an electrician—skills he used to provide for his family. But of all his accomplishments, he was proudest of the home and life he built with Lois. For 58 years, they were partners in everything, working hard and making sacrifices to raise a family filled with love, faith, and laughter.
Chuck is survived by his loving wife, Lois; his children: Troy (Lisa) Hull, Cindy (John) Koch, Russell (Cristy) Hull, Leanne (Kent) Wardell, Laura (Jerrod) Hall, and Daniel (Brittney) Hull; 21 grandchildren; and five great-grandchildren, all of whom will forever carry his love in their hearts.
A funeral service will be held at the Lovell LDS Church on March 17 at 10 a.m., with the viewing to start at 9 a.m., and the burial to follow at Mountain View Cemetery in Basin at 2 p.m. The funeral service will be broadcast live on Haskell’s Funeral Home Facebook page.
Chuck’s legacy is one of love, faith, and unwavering dedication to others. He will be deeply missed, but the lessons he taught and the love he shared will live on for generations to come.
Delbert Blake: 1982 – 2025
A Memorial Gathering for Delbert will take place on Wednesday, March 19th at 2 p.m. at Gillette Memorial Chapel.
Delbert John Blake 43, passed away in the early morning hours of March 7, 2025. He was born in Gillette, Wyoming on January 25, 1982. Delbert spent his childhood in Campbell County where he would also graduate high school from Campbell County High School in May of 2000.
He made his living working in the oil fields around Gillette. He grew up in rural Campbell County surrounded by his parents and siblings. Delbert was the youngest of four children. He loved all animals, with cats being his favorite and he has had many cats throughout his life. He enjoyed going to the mountains and going fishing and walking around in the outdoors.
Delbert married Ana Halvorson on December 29, 2003, in Las Vegas, Nevada. To this union one son was born, Delbert Abe Blake. Delbert loved his son very much and enjoyed spending time with him. Delbert and Ana were later divorced.
Delbert was preceded in death by his sister, Laura Blake; his maternal grandfather, John H. Collins; his paternal grandparents, Delbert A. Blake and Ruth Blake.
Delbert was very much loved by his family and friends and will be dearly missed by all. He is survived by his son, Delbert Abe Blake; his parents, Mark and Deborah Blake; sister, Bonnie LaPointe (Kevin); his brother, Shawn Blake (Vickie); maternal grandmother, Carol Hart; and numerous aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, and cousins. Too many to mention but loved by all.
Martha Jean Rich: 1945 – 2025
Services for Martha J. Rich will be held on Monday, March 10, 2025 at 2 p.m. at the Weston County Senior Citizen Center, with burial at Greenwood Cemetery in Newcastle, Wyoming. Coffee and remembrance to follow at the Senior Center in Newcastle. Visitation for friends and family will be at Meridian Mortuary on Sunday, March 9, 2025, from 6 to 8 p.m.
Martha was born on Friday, July 13, 1945 (something she was always very proud of) and left her mortal bonds on March 4, 2025, after her courageous battle with cancer, reuniting with her husband, Ronnie. She was born to Orval and Mae Shields in Newcastle, Wyoming.
Martha was the ninth of ten children and the first to be born in a hospital. She attended schools in Osage and Upton, graduating from Upton High School in 1964. On April 23, 1968, Martha married Ronald D. Rich in Newcastle at the Newcastle Assembly of God Church. In her life, Martha was a Sunday school teacher, a Girl Scouts Brownie leader, a Daisies leader, worked at Red Owl, Jack and Jill, Newcastle Floral, and Super Kmart in Greeley, Colorado. She had a daycare in Williston, North Dakota. Two jobs she excelled in was at the Weston County Manor as an NSA for nine years and at the Weston County Hospital as a dietary aide for nine years.
Perhaps the most dedicated position she held was that of a mother. In 1970, she gave birth to her first daughter Corinda Rae. In 1973, she gave birth to Candice Jo.
Martha is survived by Cori and her friend Phil, and Candi (Earl); grandchildren: Kellan, Shelby, Morgan, and Nathan; bonus grandchildren: Corey and Melinda, Caleb and Hunter; great-grandchildren: Bailey, Brooke, JJ, Kolter, Autumn, Keaton, Adisyn, and Paizley; brother: John (Bertie) Shields of Casper, Wyoming; sisters: Lois of Torrington, Wyoming, and Sarah (John) Wolf of Mesa, Arizona. She is also survived by her in-laws: Carolyn Shields, Marilyn Wright, Terry (Barrett) Rich, Dick (Bonnie) Rich, and Brenda (Alfred) Costello, all of Newcastle, Wyoming, and Evelyn Shields of Texas, and her best friend, Barb Johnson of Newcastle, Wyoming; numerous nephews, nieces, and cousins.
Preceding her in death: her husband of 42 years, Ronnie; twin great-grandchildren: Elena and Aliza; her parents, Orval and Mae Shields; brothers, Charles and Jim Shields; sisters: Esther, Betty, Naomi, and Ruth Shields; in-laws, extended family, and friends.
Pallbearers are: her daughters, Cori and Candi, Phil and Earl, Barrie and Shelby. Honorary pallbearers are: Barb Johnson, John Shields, Terry and Dick Rich, and Terry and Neta Jenkins.
A memorial has been established and donations can be sent to Brenda Costello at 421 Deanne Avenue, Newcastle, Wyoming, 82701.
Honor our mother and best friend, the matriarch… she welcomes you. Condolences may be sent to family in care of Meridian Mortuary at 111 S Railway Avenue, Newcastle, Wyoming, 82701 or expressions of sympathy may also be made online at meridianmortuary.com
