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Dennis Lee Brunson, age 69 passed away on June 11, 2026. He was born September 14, 1956 to Don and Doris (Hauf) Graham.

Dennis was raised in the Ranchester/Dayton area and graduated in 1974 from Tongue River HS. He was a football legend, setting many records at TRHS and was honored to be picked to play in Wyoming's First Shrine Bowl game. After his schooling, he became a skilled finish carpenter. Many homes in the area have been beautified by his work. Retirement brought time for gardening, spending time with friends and enjoying his pets. Dennis was a master at making sauerkraut and shared with many.

He is survived by his fiancé Susie Lee Floretta and sisters Debbie Pilcher and Deanne Hines, sister in-law Tammi Brunson. He was proceeded in death by his father Don Graham, mother Doris Lawson, and brother Duane Brunson.

A Celebration of Life will be held on Saturday, June 20, 2026 at the Dayton Community Hall, from 2:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.

Inurnment will take place in the Dayton Cemetery on Tuesday, June 23, 2026 at 11:00 a.m.

Online condolences may be written at https://www.kanefuneral.com/
Champion Kane Funeral Home has been entrusted with local arrangements.

Carlton Dewey May 21, 1951 – June 6, 2026

Sheridan, Wyoming – Carlton “Carl” Dewey, 75, passed away unexpectedly on June 6, 2026, surrounded by loved ones on the ranch he called home. Carl was a devoted and caring husband, father, grandfather, brother, and uncle to his family. To his extended family and friends on the ranch, at church, and in the community, Carl was an absolute joy to all those around him and to everyone who had the pleasure of knowing him.

Born in Illinois, to the late John and Elizabeth Dewey, Carl spent his formative years in Tucson, Arizona. After graduating from the University of Arizona, he began a dedicated career with Chevron. His journey with the company was a testament to his work ethic, rising from local service stations to driving trucks, and eventually moving to Vallejo, California, to serve in corporate new business development.

Despite his success in the corporate world, Carl’s heart remained in the wide-open spaces. After more than a decade in a suit and tie, he returned to Sheridan, Wyoming, to be closer to his parents and fulfill his lifelong dream of ranching. He traded city traffic for the occasional herd of cattle on the road, embracing the peace and hard work of the Wyoming landscape.

Carl was a man of quiet strength, unwavering integrity, and an impeccable sense of humor. He found his greatest joy in the simple, honest moments of life: fixing a tractor, mending a fence with his kids and neighbors, or searching for the perfect local Mexican food. As an avid outdoorsman, he escaped to the mountains to camp, fish and cook over an open fire at every opportunity. Above all, he was a man who could be relied upon for wise advice, a quick laugh, or a helping hand whenever it was needed.

While the ranch was his passion, his family was his greatest legacy. Carl and his wife, Janeen, shared a love story that began when they met and dated in high school. Though they initially took different paths, they eventually found their way back to one another and were married in 1992. Carl introduced Janeen to Sheridan, and to the two enjoyed the ranch and community, where they built a loving life together for over 35 years.

On the ranch, they welcomed family, friends, and even strangers with open arms. Carl loved to drive around the ranch, checking on the herd or fields and did so with Janeen, his kids and the dogs by their side at every opportunity. The two enjoyed each other company spending time in the mountains, summer travel to see family and friends, local church and temple events, hosting dinner parties at the ranch, watching the snow fall while reading a good book together, and the occasion evening just sitting on the porch together watching the deer and cattle graze across the field at sundown. Their deep devotion to one another was apparent to everyone who met them and serves as an example to all.

Carl Joins the love of his life Janeen, and parents John and Elizabeth in the afterlife. Carl was a deeply loving father to Jennifer, John, Kip, and Bill. His influence and kindness will live on through them and his eight grandchildren: Alayna, Benjamin, Easton, Eleanor, Oliver, Amelia, Vivian, and LB. He is also survived by his siblings, Cliff, Mary, and David Dewey, and his two loyal dogs, Cookie and Roxy, who were his constant companions.

A public viewing will take place at The Church Of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints on Saturday, June 20, 2026 at 10:00 a.m., followed by a service at 11:00 a.m., and a reception following the service. A private burial service will be held at the faily ranch on Saturday afternoon.

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Champion Kane Funeral Home has been entrusted with local arrangements.

Shirley June Backer Harper was born June 23, 1934 in the old hospital in Midwest, Wyoming to John and Opal Backer. She grew up in Midwest along with her younger brother Bill while her dad worked the oil fields and mother was post master. She attended school in Midwest and graduated from high school in 1952.

After high school she went to the University of Wyoming and graduated as a Registered Nurse in 1955. After becoming a nurse, she moved to Sheridan and began work at the VA Hospital. It was at this time she met and married Bill Harper on February 16, 1957. They went on to raise two children, first came Susan in 1958 then David in 1960. Shirley and Bill spent a lifetime together in love for 61 years until Bill’s passing in 2018.

In the time they were married, Bill and Shirley moved and worked at several ranches together including the Bar V, Beckton Stock Farm, and the Mead Creek ranch where Bill was employed as a cowboy and Shirley was the ranch cook.

In 1964 they moved to the family ranch in Banner, Wyoming and she went back to nursing taking a job at Sheridan Memorial Hospital and later worked at the Schunk Clinic, and Dr. Reeds office. She then returned to work at the VA Hospital in 1972. Shirley retired from the VA in 1991, but wasn’t done yet so she worked as a school nurse for 8 more years. With her entire nursing career lasted nearly 50 years of helping others.

It was her family that gave her the greatest joy with her 2 children, 5 grandchildren, 6 great grandchildren, and 1 great great grandchild. Shirley also loved to create wonderful quilts, insuring that everyone in the family had their own quilt to keep and treasure as a special memory of her and her kindness. Outside of being a doting grandmother, Shirley also enjoyed reading, gardening, and cooking. She also belonged to the Wyoming Nurses Association and The Banner Women’s Club.

Shirley was preceded in death by her parents, her daughter Susie Kay Andrews, her husband Bill Harper, and brother Bill Backer. She is survived by her son David Harper (Sarah), and her grandchildren: Jake Andrews (Vickie), Jeff Andrews (Jessie), Grace Harper, Sebastian Harper, Katherine Harper.

Services will be held at the First Presbyterian Church of Sheridan. Date and time to be announced.

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Champion Kane Funeral Home has been entrusted with local arrangements.

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Kenneth Lawrence Evans, age 94, passed away peacefully on April 4, 2026. He was born on December 19, 1931, and lived a long life marked by hard work, dedication, and deep love for his family.

Ken lived in Casper and Sheridan, along with many other places throughout his life, building lasting memories and friendships wherever he went. He was known as a very hardworking man who took pride in every job he did and every responsibility he carried.

He proudly served in the United States Army as a combat engineer from 1948 until his honorable discharge in 1952. His military service reflected his strength, discipline, and commitment to serving his country.

Following his service, he spent many years working in road construction, mining, and as a fencing contractor. Ken believed in honest work, strong values, and providing for his family through dedication and perseverance. His work ethic was admired by those who knew him and stood as an example to others.

Ken also had a deep love for travel and adventure. He especially enjoyed traveling in his motorhome, making journeys across the country from Alaska to Florida to California and many places in between. Those travels brought him great joy and reflected his independent spirit and love of seeing new places.

Ken was married to his beloved wife, Mary Ann Evans, for 62 wonderful years. Together they built a life centered on love, commitment, and family. He was a proud father to his son, Mike Evans, and a loving father-in-law to Janet.

He was also a cherished grandfather to Jennifer (Paul) Bygness, Stefanie (Will) Connors, Kristina Nicholls, and Troy (Jamie) Welsh, all of whom brought him great pride and joy. He was further blessed with 8 great-grandchildren and 4 great-great-grandchildren, whose lives were part of the lasting legacy he leaves behind.

Ken is also remembered by his siblings, Douglas Keith Evans and Nona (Evans) Krizan, along with numerous nieces, nephews, extended family members, and many friends whose lives he touched throughout the years.

After the passing of his wife, Ken found companionship and happiness spending the next 10 years with Marvis Record. Their time together brought comfort, friendship, and joy during the later years of his life.
He will be remembered for his strength, dependability, and the quiet way he showed love through his actions. His legacy of hard work, service, adventure, and devotion to family will live on in those who knew and loved him.

Kenneth Lawrence Evans will be deeply missed and lovingly remembered by his family and friends.

A Celebration Of Kenneth's Life and Reception will take place on Thursday, June 4th, 2026 at 11:00 a.m., at Champion Kane Funeral Home.

Online condolences may be written at https://www.kanefuneral.com/
Champion Kane Funeral Home has been entrusted with local arrangements.