Ronald Leroy Dailey

Ronald Leroy Dailey, 89, passed away on Saturday, July 4, 2026, at Sheridan Memorial Hospital in Sheridan, WY.

Born at the old Sheridan Hospital on May 6, 1937, Ron was the son of Bernice Alma (Berry) Dailey. He grew up in Big Horn, Wyoming, and graduated from Big Horn High School in 1955. In April 1957, he joined the United States Air Force, serving 21 months before receiving a Hardship Discharge so he could return home to help his mother on the family ranch after his father was diagnosed with Parkison’s disease.

Ron married Donna Lee Shelton on June 5, 1960; they later divorced in 1979. In February 2009, he began dating Madonna Schutte Rowe, and on July 13, 2013, they became engaged. Madonna remained the most important person in his life from that day forward.

Throughout his working years, Ron was employed at Carl’s IGA, First National Bank, and later served as Clerk of Court for 12 years, retiring in 1999. He was deeply involved in community organizations, including the Kalif Shrine Temple Divan, where he became Potentate in 1985, and the Oriental Band. He was a member of the Elks Club, serving as Exalted Ruler from 1995 – 1996, and dedicated over 30 years to the Kiwanis, serving multiple terms on the board and as president. Ron also spent time serving in the First Christian Church, where he was a deacon for two years and an elder for six. He was a Mason beginning in 1960, joined the Scottish Rite in 1970, and was a member of the York Rite until 1984.

Ron lived a life defined by hard work, kindness, and devotion to his family. He loved watching sports, with a particular focus in golf, baseball, basketball, and football, and proudly cheered for the Buffalo Bills as a big josh Allen fan, along with the Denver Broncos. He enjoyed playing Bingo at the HUB on Tuesdays and Fridays and spending Thursday mornings with his coffee group. Above all, Ron treasured time with his family and was happiest when surrounded by those he loved. His humor, generosity, and unwavering support touched everyone who knew him, and his memory will continue to inspire those whose lives he enriched.

Ron will be deeply missed by his fiancée, Madonna Schutte Rowe; his children Mary Dailey-Smith and Daniel Dailey; grandchildren Shawn (Forest) Dailey, Jennifer (Troy) Darling, Chelsey Mines, Shauna (Rikki) Lammi, Bryan Dailey, and Mitchell (Kami) Dailey; great-grandchildren Samantha (Mathew), Hayden Mines, Kyler Mines, Kyzin Mines, Creedyn Morris, Henry Lammi, Daiyana, and De’Mori; as well as numerous nieces, nephews, and many dear friends.

He was preceded in death by his mother and stepfather; his sister Nancy Poole; brother-in-law Dwight Poole; son-in-law David Smith, great-grandson Jayse Dailey; his beloved dog, Cricket; and numerous aunts, uncles, and cousins.

Cremation has taken place. A Celebration of Life, Masonic Service will be held at 1:00 P.M. on Saturday, August 15, 2026, at the Kalif Shrine, with Military Honors and a reception to follow.

Memorial donations may be made to the Kalif Shrine Travel Fund, 145 W. Loucks St., Sheridan, WY 82801. Online condolences may be made to www.sheridanfuneral.com. Arrangements are under the care of Sheridan Funeral Home.