Joseph W. Mustain, known as J.W., died Wednesday, April 26, 2017 at his home. He was born December 16, 1945 in Laramie to Jerome J and Dorothy L (nee. Hunzker) Mustain.
J.W. graduated from Laramie High School. After high school, he went to WyoTech and joined the Army where he served in the Vietnam War.
He married Norma Hopkins on September 1, 1970 and welcomed his only child, Shawna, in November 1971.
J.W. had many jobs throughout his life including ranch hand on the grandparent’s ranch, bus driver, custodian, construction, security and military.
He enjoyed fishing and spending time with his grandchildren. He loved messing around in his garage, doing leather work and hanging out with his good friends at McDonald’s.
J.W. is preceded in death by his grandparents, parents, wife and step-daughter, Shelly (Hoopes) Nicolson.
He is survived by his daughter, Shawna Mustain, sister, JoAnn (Gary) Spiegelberg, all of Laramie, step-son, Steve (Leslie) Nicolson of Cheyenne and grandchildren, Scott and Dezarae Mustain, both of Laramie and great-grandson, Tristan.
In lieu of flowers, a memorial fund has been set up at ACPE.
A memorial service is scheduled 10:00 a.m. Thursday, May 4 at Harvest Christian Church with Pastor Stephen Knoll, officiating. Military honors will be performed by the Laramie Veterans Honor Guard and the Wyoming National Guard.
To the family of JW, The Walkers are saddened by the news of JW's passing. He was one of the neighbors in the small group of families, who live in the middle of Roach Addition. RIP JW.The Walker family
J.W. was just one of the neighborhood kids in Roach Addition. We had fun and took care of one another. Will always remember him with fond memories. Sorry for the family's loss.
To the family of Joe Mustain- I was so very sorry to hear of Joes passing. He was one of my brother Robert (Bob) Groathouse's dearest friends. He came to Bobs memorial service in June 2014 and I got to see him again in October of 2015 when he again made the trip to Riverton for my brother James (Jim) Groathouse's memorial service. My heart and prayers are with Joe's entire family. Rest In Peace Joe, you were a good friend to many and will certainly be missed by all. Jeannie (Groathouse) Hiltz
Shawna and family, So very sorry for your loss. You are all in my thoughts and prayers. Time will heal but we will never forget the good man he was.