Obituaries
Gregory Harold Wacker
Gregory H. Wacker, 78, of Sheridan, formally of Anderson, CA, passed away on Saturday, March 1, 2025, at the Sheridan Memorial Hospital with his loving family by his side.
Gregory was born in Billings, MT on September 16, 1946. He went to 12 different schools before his parents settled in California. He graduated from high school and enlisted in the Navy. He worked as a millwright in various coal mines and stayed on at Decker Coal for 27 years. He then went to work for Holly Sugar for 11 years until he retired.
Gregory was always working on his Harleys, taking care of his cows, and tinkering in his shop.
He is survived by his wife, Robin Wacker, children, Jason Wacker and Megan Butler, grandchildren, Ellie Butler, Cooley Butler, sisters, Barbara Streetman and Lynn Wacker and brother, Roger Wacker.
A Military Graveside Service is at 10:30 A.M., Tuesday, March 18, 2025, in the Juniper Heights at the Sheridan Municipal Cemetery. A reception will follow at Luminous Brewhouse.
Memorials donations to honor Greg for the Big Horn School “Angel Fund” may be sent in care of Sheridan Funeral Home, 1423 O’Dell Court, Sheridan, WY 82801. This money will be given to help families in need of school lunches.
Online condolences may be made to www.sheridanfuneral.com. Arrangements are under the care of Sheridan Funeral Home.
Cindy Butler
March 4, 2025 at 11:28 pm
Robin, Jason and Megan I’m so sorry to learn of Greg’s passing. He was a great guy who will be greatly missed. May your memories bring you great comfort during this very difficult time. Deepest sympathies to you all.
Shirley Knisley
March 5, 2025 at 6:26 am
So sorry to read this. Sending hugs to you and your family.
Kent and Denise Ruesch
March 6, 2025 at 9:45 am
We are very sorry to learn of Greg’s passing. Prayers and peace to your family.
John and Pat Lien
March 16, 2025 at 12:47 pm
Robin and family, we are so sorry to hear of your loss. John thought so much of your Greg. We will try to be with you on Tuesday but have had a bout of Influenza A with John spending 4 days in the hospital. Our sympathy.