Wyoming neighbors: Obituaries published today
Read through the obituaries published today on trib.com.
THERMOPOLIS—Jacqueline M. “Jacque”: Booth passed away peacefully on February 5, 2019. Jacque was born May 29, 1931 in Thermopolis, WY to Tom and Nellie Buchanan. She graduated from Thermopolis High School and attended the University of Wyoming, where she met her future husband, Elvin Booth. They married in Thermopolis and moved to his family ranch near Lander, WY where they built their home. Jacque and Elvin had four children; Patrice, Judy, Rance and Kristine. The family moved to Casper, WY in 1968.
The couple enjoyed traveling the world together, but was always anxious to return to family and Wyoming. Jacque was an avid painter, baker, seamstress, and gardener. She and Elvin enjoyed many summers in Pinedale where they had a second home which bordered the Bridger-Teton National Forest. She also loved the family get-away, the cabin on the North Fork of the Popo Agie River near Lander. She was always ready to go to the “Canyon” at a moment’s notice.
Jacque is survived by her four children, Patrice Lichliter (Bill deceased), Judy Booth, Rance Booth (Bert), and Kristine Thompson (Lloyd); and her seven grandchildren, Joshua Lichliter (Lisa), Crystal Howell (Marcus), Tye Booth, Sydney Ellbogen, Audrey Whited (Calvin), Michelle Booth, and Corey Ellbogen. She is also survived by five great-grandchildren whom she loved dearly.
She was preceded in death by her husband, Elvin; her parents; and her four siblings Jean, Jim, Pat, and Richie.
A memorial service will be held on Monday, February 11, 2019 at 3pm at Highland Park Community Church.
In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Central Wyoming Hospice and Transitions.
CASPER—Faye Harden Quickel, 77, of Casper passed away Tuesday, January 29, 2019 at Central Wyoming Hospice. Faye was born to the late Benjamin and Mildred Harden on August 5, 1941 in Augusta, Georgia. She married the late Jacob Quickel in 1964.
Faye spent many years in the retail industry as both clerk and manager at such Casper stores as Oke’s Jewelers and Demarcos.
She loved being with people and will be sorely missed by many she grew to know throughout her working and retirement years. In her leisure time she enjoyed reading, cooking, spending time with her “grandpuppy” Mia Bella, and engaging in political banter with her daughter and friends. She loved travelling especially when the destination was a beach.
Faye was a loving and beloved mother, aunt, and friend. The void left by her passing is great but faith ensures those left behind that she is now whole and at peace in Heaven. She will forever live on in the hearts of those who loved her deeply.
Faye is survived by her daughter, Sharon Lynne Donovan of Casper.
She was preceded in death by her parents, Benjamin and Mildred Harden; sister, Landra; brother, Richard; and brother, Benjamin.
Memorial contributions may be made to Central Wyoming Hospice or to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital.
A memorial service will be held at the Newcomer Funeral Home chapel on Saturday, February 16, 2019 at 2 p.m.
To send condolences or leave a special message for the family, please visit NewcomerCasper.com.
MESA, Ariz.—Valarie Ridley Fairchild, 60, of Mesa, Arizona, passed away on January 14, 2019.
Val was a wife, a mother of two sons, Brian and David, and grandmother to four grandchildren.
Val grew up in Casper and went to school at Westwood Grade School, CY Junior High and graduated from the NCHS class of 1976.
She had a 29 year career with Earnhardt Auto Center in Mesa, Arizona.
Val will be forever missed by all who knew and loved her.
Donations can be made in her name to the Alzheimer’s Foundation of America.
GRAND JUNCTION, Colo.—Berry Andrew Swenson, loving husband, son, brother, uncle, stepfather, stepgrandfather and friend, passed away on Monday, January 28, 2019, at the age of 55.
Berry was born on November 16, 1963, in Gillette, Wyoming, to Dr. James Durward and Doris Berry Swenson. He graduated from Campbell County High School in 1982. Berry received his Bachelor of Science Degrees from the University of Wyoming in Math, Natural Science and Science Education in 1987/1988 followed by a Master of Arts in Educational Leadership in 1996. While at the University of Wyoming, he was “Pistol Pete,” Homecoming King, a member of Sigma Alpha Epsilon and in ROTC.
Berry began his career in education by teaching in Texas. Thereafter, he held Athletic Director and Principal positions in Wyoming, Utah, Alaska, and Colorado. Berry made a profound difference during his career as a Principal turning challenged schools into successful performing schools. He is fondly remembered as an educational leader to his colleagues. Berry was a Principal who had a positive impact on his students and he truly cared about their well-being and growth. Colleagues shared that it was an honor to work with Berry—a hardworking man, problem solver, dedicated leader and friend. He stood up, backed and supported his students and kept kids on track.
On March 16, 2007, he married his beloved wife, Amelia Swenson. Together they spent time hunting, hiking, fishing, traveling, and enjoying their pets. Berry traveled abroad, the most memorable of which was a hunting trip to Africa. Berry adored Amelia’s grandson, Charlie, and he was very influential in Charlie’s life. Together they spent many hours fossil hunting and enjoying the outdoors.
Berry is survived by his wife, Amelia; mother, Doris Berry Swenson; his sisters, Kelly (Brad) Sishc and Jamie (Kyle) Cassel; his brother, Eric (Sandy) Swenson; stepdaughter, Kelly Martin and her son, Charles (“Charlie”) Martin; aunt, Dee (John) Hill; cousin, Celeste Hill; nephews, Brock Sishc, Taylor Sishc, Connor Cassel, Jay Cassel and Adam Cassel; and nieces, Sydney (Peter) Holmgren and Erica Swenson.
Berry was preceded in death by his father, Dr. James Durward Swenson, and his nephews, Andrew James Swenson and Samuel Durward Cassel.
A Celebration of Life will be held in the summer in Gillette, Wyoming.
Condolences can be sent to Brown’s Cremation and Funeral Services at www.brownscremationservice.com.
Memorials may be made in Berry’s name to: Shriners Hospital for Children, c/o KALIF Shrine, Box K, Sheridan, WY 82801.
