Donald W. “Uncle Don” Sanchez, 73, of Cheyenne, died on January 30, 2021 in Cheyenne.
He was born on December 11, 1947 in Chama, Colorado.
Don was an auto body expert and started his own business in 1987, Uncle Don’s Auto Body, and owned the business for 18 years. The decision to name the shop was influenced by the connections he built with people who called him Uncle Don regardless of their relationship.
Don was involved in apprenticeships and mentoring students from Youth Alternatives. But not only did he teach students, he shared his knowledge with other people who came to the Shop for help.
Don took a lot of pride in his work and was considered to be one of the best auto body repairmen in town.
He enjoyed hunting, camping and fishing with his family and friends. He was a master metal craftsman and made artwork from car hoods. He also enjoyed tying flies for his family and made jewelry for the ladies.
He founded the Good Friday Fishing Club to keep his male friends close and their relationships strong.
He is survived by his daughters, Lisa Sanchez (Richard Garcia), Vicky (Vince) Penaflor and Dawn (Warren) Moeller; granddaughters, Kerrie Puente, Casandra (Joseph) Morelli, Katrina Puente, Devyn Penaflor, Marissa Penaflor; and great-granddaughter, Gabriella Morelli; brothers, Ernie Vialpando, William Sanchez, Joseph (Shirley) Sanchez; sister; Dorothy Martinez; and numerous sisters-in-law and brothers in law, and nieces and nephews.
He was preceded in death by his loving wife, Evelyn Sanchez; grandson, Frankie Puente; parents, William and Maggie Sanchez; sister, Ruth Elma Mascarenas; brother, Eddie Vialpando; and sister, Mary Martinez.
Visitation will be Monday, 9-7, at Wiederspahn-Radomsky Chapel.
Private family Vigil for the Deceased and Funeral Liturgy will be at St. Mary’s Cathedral.
Due to COVID restrictions both services at St Mary’s will be limited to immediate family only. We will be having a reception for anyone to attend at the Eagles Lodge, Wednesday, 1:00 p.m. Feel free to wear Denver Bronco attire.
Beulah Mae Hood, 80, of Cheyenne, passed away in her home with her daughter by her side. She was born October 25, 1940 to Jack and Bertha (Hatfield) Norman, in Wichita, Kansas.
Beulah grew up in California and moved to Cheyenne in 1988. She proudly worked for Laramie County School District for many years as a lunch lady. A title that she loved to let everyone know about. Her hobbies she loved as well. Fishing and gardening were the top ones.
June 17, 1962 Beulah married the love of her life Hobert Hood.
Beulah is survived by her children, Susie Maldonado, Dennis (Diane) Hood, Gene (Grace) Hood, and Robin (Robert) Brummond; brother, Eddie Norman and sister Mary Norman 11 grandchildren; 22 great-grandchildren; 13 great-great grandchildren.
She was preceded in death by her parents; husband and a grandson, Russell Boog.
George Nuhn passed quietly and peacefully into the arms of his Savior on February 1, 2021 at the Davis Hospice Center in Cheyenne, WY with his wife and dear friends beside him.
George was born in Miles City, Montana on February 6, 1945. He grew up on the family ranch northwest of Alzada, Montana. He married his high school sweetheart, Karen Brammer, on April 3, 1966. God blessed this union with two sons, Cory and Jared, and two grandsons, Tyler and Kyle. He was a wonderful husband and father, and was an “exceptional” Papa. He was Past Master of Cedar Lodge No. 124 AF & AM in Belle Fourche, SD.
George is survived by his wife, Karen, son, Cory (Katrina), grandsons, Tyler and Kyle, and special “daughter”, Kimberly Gillis.
George was preceded in death by his son, Jared, his parents, grandparents, numerous aunts, uncles and cousins.
A Celebration of a Life Well Lived will be held at a later date. In memory of George, please give to your chosen charity.
Juanita “Fabby” Fletcher, 81, of Cheyenne, WY passed away of Covid on Feb 1, 2021.
She was born in Mora, NM on March 12, 1939. She married James Fletcher on August 26,1978. They raised ten children and had 60 grandchildren. Juanita has nine siblings, and numerous nieces and nephews.
She is proceeded in death by her parents Joe and Isabel Trujillo, brothers Dan & Phill, daughter Diana Romero and four grandchildren.
Viewing will take place Tuesday, February 9th from 9:00 am – 5:00 pm, and Wednesday, February 10th from 10:00 am – 2:00 pm at Wiederspahn-Radomsky Chapel. Services are scheduled for 2:00 pm Wednesday, February 10, 2021 at Wiederspahn-Radomsky Chapel. The service will be streamed live on www.wrcfuneral.com. A reception will immediately follow the service at the VFW 1881.
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